Through years of discipline, smart investing, strategic planning, and a deep love for financial literacy, I was able to retire from the Air Force at 38 and achieve FIRE (Financial Independence, Retire Early) by 45.

What started as a $60K investment grew into a multimillion-dollar portfolio, proving that financial freedom is possible with the right mindset and strategy. Now, I’m passionate about helping others achieve financial independence, teaching the principles of smart investing, leadership, and wealth-building so they, too, can take control of their future.

Vision

“To create a world where financial freedom is accessible to anyone willing to learn and take action. By sharing smart investing principles, leadership strategies, and wealth-building techniques, I aim to inspire a community of self-sufficient earners who can break financial barriers, build generational wealth, and achieve true success—on their own terms.” 

mY Core Values

Integrity First

Success begins with honesty, transparency, and ethical decision-making. I am committed to guiding others with integrity, ensuring that financial literacy and wealth-building are based on trust, responsibility, and faith-driven principles.

Service Before Self

True leadership is about empowering others. My mission is to provide knowledge, mentorship, and strategic guidance to those seeking financial freedom, always prioritizing meaningful relationships and long-term success.

Excellence in All We Do

Whether in leadership, investing, or wealth-building, I believe in continuous learning, disciplined execution, and strategic growth. Success is not about shortcuts—it’s about dedication, mastery, and helping others achieve their highest potential.

Janelle Just Quinn

Founder of Empowered Investor

Janelle, a Charleston, South Carolina native, was raised on James Island. Her journey began with lessons in resilience, hard work, and faith. Guided by the quiet strength of her mother, who navigated life’s challenges with grace and strategic financial choices, Janelle learned early on the importance of perseverance and financial independence. At the same time, her father’s gentle, nurturing nature taught her to embrace compassion and care.

Driven by a calling to lead and serve, Janelle enlisted in the United States Air Force. Her military career took her from Washington, D.C. to Okinawa, Japan, across Europe, and to several assignments throughout the United States. Along the way, she discovered her passion for leadership and financial literacy. While fulfilling her military duties, Janelle also pursued higher education—earning a degree in Business Management, a Master’s in Business Management, and a Financial Planning certificate from Boston University.

Her leadership journey continued as she rose through the ranks to become a Medical Service Corps Officer, a role demanding strategic vision and financial stewardship. Retiring honorably from the Air Force at 38 and achieving Financial Independence, Retire Early (FIRE) by 45, Janelle’s story is one of grit, vision, and smart financial decisions. Through disciplined investing and strategic planning, she transformed an initial $60,000 investment into a multimillion-dollar portfolio.

Today, she is dedicated to empowering others to take control of their financial futures through knowledge, discipline, and strategic planning—proving that with the right tools, anything is possible.

| Company Biography

Founded in 2025, “Empowered Investor” was built on the principles of strong leadership, smart investing, and financial empowerment. With over 20 years of military leadership experience and a proven track record of financial success, Janelle created her company to help individuals take control of their financial future through education, strategy, and disciplined decision-making.