Women In Banking and Finance Fortnightly Newsletter
October 20, 2023 Edition 34
2023 KangaNews-Westpac Corporate Debt Summit
Yesterday WiBF CEO, Stephanie Girard and WiBF Business Development, Lisa Wallis were honoured to attend the 2023 KangaNews - Westpac Corporate Debt Summit at the esteemed Hilton in Sydney with over 600 guests.
The event brought together top executives, experts, and professionals from the corporate banking and finance world. The summit, hosted by KangaNews and sponsored by Westpac, offered a platform for in-depth discussions on critical banking and financial matters and economic outlook.
The summit kicked off with Nell Hutton , Chief Executive of Westpac Institutional Bank , delivering the opening address, followed by Luci Ellis , Chief Economist at Westpac Institutional Bank , providing a comprehensive economic update and outlook.
One of the day's highlights was the CEO's roundtable, a panel discussion featuring top industry leaders, including Kelly Bayer Rosmarin (Chief Executive, Optus ), Sean Bilton (Chief Executive and Managing Director, Estia Health ), Andrew Harding (Managing Director and Chief Executive, Aurizon ), and Matthew Adcock (Principal, Blackstone ). The panel delved into topics such as belt-tightening, business performance, soft landings, sustainability, artificial intelligence, and the changing business landscape.
The summit featured a series of engaging panel discussions throughout the day, delving into critical subjects such as price discovery and liquidity assumptions, the effective implementation of sustainable finance in transition, and a deep dive into credit quality and asset performance. The event reached its conclusion with an informative Q&A session.
The KangaNews-Westpac Corporate Debt Summit 2023 served as an invaluable forum where industry leaders shared insights and strategies for navigating the ever-evolving financial landscape. We express our gratitude to KangaNews and Westpac for allowing WiBF to be part of this enriching experience.
Mentoring for Success final in-person workshop
Time flies! We celebrated the final in-person Sydney workshop for our 2023 WiBF Mentoring for Success Program last week.
The gathering provided an opportunity to engage in insightful discussions between mentors and mentees on their year-long experiences along with the valuable knowledge they've accumulated during this 8 month program.
We extend our heartfelt gratitude to our esteemed panelists who generously shared their wisdom as mentors in the program: Deana Candelori - Regional Chief Operating Officers, Asia/NZ, Commonwealth Bank of Australia; Nickie De Silva - Division Director, Group Treasury, 麦格理集团 ; Tarek El Rakshy - Managing Director, Head of Project Finance Australia, SMBC Group ; and Michael Peric - Global Head of Balance Sheet Trading, 澳新银行 .
As we close this chapter of the program, we'd like to express our sincere thanks to everyone who contributed to the success of the WiBF Mentoring for Success Program in 2023. It's been an incredible journey, and we look forward to the bright futures ahead for our participants.
If you want to learn more about this program and want to register for the 2024 cohort, please join us for our in-person Grande Finale in Sydney on 14th November. For all the details, contact [email protected]
We are thrilled to announce that we are now accepting expressions of interest from mentors and mentees interested in participating in the 2024 WiBF Mentoring Program .
Our flagship program seamlessly integrates informal and formal sessions between mentors and mentees, along with a series of carefully curated events and workshops. These components are designed to fast-track career advancement, bolster leadership and mentoring skills, and foster valuable connections within the industry.
We take immense pride in having transformed the lives of over 1,370 participants throughout the past 14 years.
Join us on this transformative journey.
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Congratulations to our 2023 second cohort graduates of WiBF’s Workplace Wellbeing & Flourishing Leadership Program.
Please join us in congratulating the 96 attendees who recently completed the program.
This WiBF program covers the latest science and practice on 27 core aspects leaders need for career success including: building confidence, personal branding, mentors and sponsors, wellbeing and authentic leadership. The program received resounding praise from its graduates, with numerous attendees sharing their transformative experiences:
“It was a great experience to be part of WIBF Wellbeing & Flourishing Leadership program and I can definitely say that this program is one of the most transformative experiences I’ve had to date. I got tremendous value from this program and gain a lot of new insights. Andrew Rooke is an amazing coach/facilitator and helped explain the different concepts really well. I’ve learned a lot just by listening but even more so when I got to interact and hear from other participants. A lot of the participants were genuinely open in sharing their thoughts, opinions and experiences. Thank you WIBF and Andrew for this opportunity and looking forward to joining your other programs in the future.”
"I wanted to take a moment to express my heartfelt gratitude for the incredible experience I had as part of your program. It truly was a blast, and I can't thank you and the entire team enough for the transformative journey you've guided us through. I'm excited to apply the knowledge and insights gained for mastering our minds, nurturing self-growth, and becoming integral leaders in my daily practice. Once again, thank you for your guidance and support throughout this journey."
"I honestly feel sad when I think that tomorrow’s session is our last in this program. The program felt like a journey. I am grateful I was given the opportunity to meet you and learn from you. It’s been eye-opening and liberating, the things you’ve shared made me feel different about myself and how I perceive things, you have given key pieces of the puzzle which helps see a bigger picture. Thank you for providing practical tools which I know are powerful and that I will definitely use for my personal development and also try with the team."
WiBF's Workplace Wellbeing & Flourishing Leadership Program continues to empower leaders with the knowledge and skills they need to thrive in their careers and make a positive impact on their organisations.
Congratulations once again to the graduates!
Make sure to book your seat today for the next session starting in May 2024.
Discover the power of data analytics
We're thrilled to introduce an exciting enhancement to our WiBF member dashboard !
Member representatives can now dive into the world of analytics, gaining valuable insights into their respective organisations. Explore data-driven trends, patterns, and more, to drive informed decisions and make a real impact. We’re committed to providing an exceptional experience for our members and look forward to continuing to improve our member dashboard for an even better user experience.
Click to watch the video demo of these exciting new changes below.
Did you know you have FREE ACCESS to the new WiBF Member Dashboard?
To explore our latest features and learn how to log in seamlessly, take a look at the demo video in the article below.
Your ease of access is our priority, please reach out to the WiBF team via the contact button below if you would like our help to make the most of your WiBF Member Dashboard.
Want to improve your recruitment strategy?
Skill-based recruiting is a hiring method that focuses on a candidate's skills and abilities rather than their background, education or past work experience. This approach enables organisations to identify and hire candidates based on their ability to perform the job, rather than what is outlined on their resume.
Read the article below written by one of WiBF’s corporate member, Rebecca Percossi , Executive Managing Director, APAC - Trimont .
FREE UPCOMING WEBINAR
As the year-end approaches, it's a great time to reflect on our achievements and set meaningful goals for 2024.
Join Teresa to explore goal-setting research and debunk common myths to boost your chances of success.
By the end of this webinar, participants will understand:
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Explore other upcoming webinars FREE for WiBF members
Join us every Tuesday at 12:15pm AEST for our captivating webinars. These sessions provide you with the perfect opportunity to gain new insights and elevate your current skill set while enjoying your lunch break.
Check out the line up below and click the button to register via the WiBF Member Dashboard.
24th October
12:15 pm - 1:00 pm AEST
Diversity dialogues: The art of valuing all voices with Anneli Blundell CSP (She/Her)
7th November
12:15 pm - 1:00 pm AEST
How to future proof your career with Melita Long, Career and Executive Coach, PCDAA
14th November
12:15 pm - 1:00 pm AEST
Hope for wealth? The Financial Literacy and Wellbeing among Australian Women with Cathy Wu
21st November
12:15 pm - 1:00 pm AEST
The Imperative of Inclusion in the Green Economy Workforce with Grace Kerrison
5th December
12:15 pm - 1:00 pm AEST
ESG 101 with Dianna Enlund
Register for all upcoming webinars with one click via the link below.
FREE WiBF ON-DEMAND Missed our latest webinar?
MA Financial Group s’ Executive Director, Will Liang , recently hosted a webinar offering insights into the underlying mechanisms of generative AI, real-world applications within finance, and the implications and opportunities they present.
If you want to learn more about AI in the financial landscape, this webinar is for you! Catch up now and watch via WiBF On-Demand.
More in 2024
Are you already a valued member of WiBF? We invite you to explore the exciting possibilities of upgrading your membership for 2024! WiBF is thrilled to unveil our 2024 membership packages, each brimming with captivating enhancements.
Dive into an enriching experience with over 15 brand-new masterclasses that span a diverse range of critical topics, including ESG initiatives, performance assessment, AI, Diversity and Inclusion, conflict resolution, and much more.Curious to discover what's in store for 2024?
Simply click the link below to explore the 2024 WiBF Membership Pack.
“NEW” Take Our Monthly Industry Poll
We're eager to deepen our understanding of our members. So, we're reaching out to invite you to share your experiences. Please click the link below to respond to this fortnight's anonymous question and share your personal experiences:
"Do you believe that your organisation values diversity and inclusion?"
The insights we gather may be utilised in aggregate form for statistical purposes and shared on our website, both to support others and enhance our comprehension of our members.
Industry News.
The dangerous cultural messages about getting older, by Stephanie Burns
Perhaps it is time we stopped blaming our age, not everything is about aging.
Stephanie Burns’ new book will take you down a path of exploring, what is a significantly bad feature of the world we occupy: The negative messages we are surrounded by about aging. Messages that can seep in, take root and solidify.
This book is not about getting motivated. It is not about willpower. It is not about simply thinking positively. What it is about, is your ability to walk a legitimate path to real change. Available on Amazon.
Claudia Goldin wins Nobel economics prize for work on gender pay gap
The Harvard professor Claudia Goldin has won the Nobel economics prize in recognition of her ground-breaking work examining wage inequality between men and women.
Read the article via the Guardian.
The firm breaking the stereotype of male-dominated investor teams
Read the article via Women's Agenda.
Congratulations to the winners of the 2023 Women’s Agenda Leadership Awards
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Chief Operating Officer at Commonwealth Bank
1 年It was an absolute privilege to participate in the WiBF mentoring ?program and share our insights on the panel. I look forward to the opportunity again next year!?