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ELLA THE BANKER
Written By Liam Sprinkle and Shamim Okolloh
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ABOUT
Ella and her elementary school friends are off on a field trip to Pesa Bank. Adventure awaits as they explore what happens at banks. They are marveled by Nuru, the banker, as they learn the intricate ways of banking and take a ride down the famous money slide.
“Ella The Banker” is a children’s book co-authored by Liam Sprinkle (10 years) and his mom, Shamim Okolloh, a Little Rock based banker. Liam was inspired by his eight-year-old sister, Ella, who dreams of becoming a banker like her mom. The book encourages girls to consider a career in commercial banking because women, especially women of color, are often underrepresented in the field.
“Ella the Banker” represents the possibilities for young girls to see, believe and become whatever they choose.
MEET THE AUTHORS
SHAMIM OKOLLOH
Shamim was born and raised in Kenya. A Spelman College and The Clinton School of Public Service graduate, she transitioned from the nonprofit sector to banking. Based in Little Rock, Arkansas, she is raising her two children (Liam and Ella) and serves unbanked and underbanked families as an advocate for upward economic mobility. Shamim enjoys cooking, watching movies and traveling.
LIAM SPRINKLE
Liam is often spotted reading a book, a love that inspired him to want to write his own since he was eight years old. In January 2023, he teamed up with his mom to co-author his first book, turning his dream to reality while in the fifth grade. Liam enjoys reading chapter books, playing video games, coding, and riding his bike.
INSPIRED BY ELLA:
Ella wanted to be famous since she was in kindergarten. One afternoon while at her work with her mother, she said “Mommy, I want to be a banker just like you.” She was encouraged to be a commercial banker and inspired the main character in the book, co-written by her mom and brother. Ella enjoys playing with her friends, doing math, crafting, and traveling.
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