Women In Banking and Finance
Fortnightly Newsletter
Edition 52, July 25, 2024

Women In Banking and Finance Fortnightly Newsletter

Did you see the announcement?! RBA Governor Michele Bullock will be speaking at the WiBF 2024 National Industry Awards!

We are delighted to announce that Sangeeta Venkatesan , President of Women in Banking and Finance (WiBF), will be conducting an exclusive interview with Michele Bullock , the Governor of the Reserve Bank of Australia (RBA).

Michele Bullock, an esteemed Australian economist, made history by becoming the first woman to hold the role of Governor of the RBA on 18 September 2023. Her insights and experiences one year into her new role will undoubtedly provide invaluable perspectives on the current and future of the industry in Australia.

Sangeeta Venkatesan is a prominent leader in the financial services industry and advocate for gender diversity, who currently serves on several boards, including Mercer Investments and SW Accountants and Advisors. Her conversation with Governor Bullock promises to be a highlight of the event, offering deep insights into the strides being made towards a more inclusive industry.


WiBF 2024 National Industry Award Finalists

This week, we had an exciting announcement as we revealed our WiBF 2024 National Industry Award Finalists !

The WiBF National Industry Awards highlight the dedication, talent, and leadership demonstrated by individuals who are making significant contributions to their fields. We are thrilled to announce this year's finalists, who have shown exceptional performance and commitment in their respective categories. Their hard work, innovation, and leadership are an inspiration to us all. Join us in congratulating these extraordinary professionals and celebrating their achievements.

WiBF Award for Achievement in Assets and Fund Management:

Sponsored by SW Accountants & Advisors

  • Bianca Ogden – Platinum Asset Management Limited
  • Frida Panayi – Metrics Credit Partners
  • Kathleen Yeung – Qualitas Group
  • Melissa Kingham – Haben Property Fund
  • Natasha Millward – Metrics Credit Partners


WiBF Award for Achievement in Private Wealth and Superannuation:

Sponsored by Thomas Frost Executive

  • Carolyn O’Reilly – Perpetual Limited
  • Jess Newman – Macquarie Group Limited
  • Maria Lykouras – JBWere
  • Roxanne Gorman – Perpetual Limited
  • Vasha Azoor – AustralianSuper


WiBF Award for Achievement in Retail Banking:

Sponsored by EY

  • Alina Timofeeva – Macquarie Group Limited
  • Christina Cardarello – BOQ Group
  • Elizabeth Farrell – Westpac Group
  • Karen Hartley – BOQ Group
  • Sarah Willsallen – Westpac Group


WiBF Award for Achievement in SME & Business Banking:

Sponsored by Turks

  • Alex Foran – National Australia Bank
  • Jenny Strong – Macquarie Group Limited
  • Lucia La Bella – National Australia Bank
  • Pauline Gazzard – Westpac Group
  • Sam Harrison – Rural Bank – A Division of Bendigo and Adelaide Bank


WiBF Award for Achievement in Institutional, Corporate and Investment Banking:

Sponsored by HSBC Bank Australia Limited

  • Cleyde Hazell – State Street
  • Jenny Hutchings – ANZ
  • Kate Russell – ANZ
  • Olivia del Piano – Deutsche Bank
  • Vicky Lau – Deutsche Bank


WiBF Award for Achievement in Regulation & Compliance:

Sponsored by Credit Corp

  • Angela Green – Westpac Group
  • Archana Yallajosula – Protiviti
  • Helen Wheatley – Sumitomo Mitsui Banking Corporation (SMBC)
  • Qing Liu – Moody’s Corporation
  • Rani Mina – HSBC Bank Australia Limited


WiBF Award for Achievement in Professional Services:

Sponsored by Financial Education Professionals

  • Amanda Lee – SW Accountants & Advisors
  • Emily Moore – Westpac Banking Corporation
  • Emma Newnham – King & Wood Mallesons
  • Helen Waldron – Macquarie Group Limited
  • Saranga Ranasinghe – Moody’s Corporation


WiBF Award for Achievement in Operations, Technology or Customer Support:

Sponsored by Commonwealth Bank of Australia

  • Gemma Soutter – Macquarie Group
  • Hannah Janson – Bendigo and Adelaide Bank
  • Lavanya Murali – HSBC Bank Australia Limited
  • Olivia Brosca – National Australia Bank
  • Tanuja Joseph – National Australia Bank

WiBF Award for Achievement in Corporate Affairs “NEW 2024”:

Sponsored by Westpac Group

  • Elizabeth Rudall – ANZ
  • Inge Roggeveen – Moody’s Corporation
  • Mia Popplewell – Deutsche Bank
  • Westpac Corporate Affairs Team – Westpac Banking Corporation


WiBF Award for Achievement in an EA/PA role:

Sponsored by Toyota Finance Australia

  • Chloe Abramowitz – Real Asset Management Group
  • Melanie Tong – Moody’s Corporation
  • Renée Cunningham – Sumitomo Mitsui Banking Corporation (SMBC)
  • Rouzz Lichaa – HSBC Bank Australia Limited
  • Tomoko Brown – Toyota Finance Australia


WiBF Award for Product or Technical Innovator:

Sponsored by Ansarada

  • Chloe Yeung – Unloan – A Division of The Commonwealth Bank of Australia
  • Katherine Persoglia – The Brokers’ Bible
  • Tanvi Majmudar – National Australia Bank
  • Vanessa Rowe – Commonwealth Bank of Australia
  • Yish Koh – Kit – A brand of Commonwealth Bank of Australia New Digital Businesses


WiBF Rising Star Award:

Sponsored by Macquarie Group Limited

  • Arshu Maskey – EY
  • Isabella Morris – Deutsche Bank
  • Jamila Sabazova – Macquarie Group Limited
  • Jessica Clarke – EY
  • Miriam Green – EY


WiBF Inclusive Leader Award:

Sponsored by Deutsche Bank

  • Donald Daniel – National Australia Bank
  • Jessica Magro – Westpac Group
  • Naomi Evans – Bendigo and Adelaide Bank
  • Nicholas Sweeney – Macquarie Group Limited
  • Qing Liu – Moody’s Corporation


WiBF Inclusive Workplace Award of the Year:

Sponsored by Commonwealth Bank of Australia

  • Alana Mackay and Jessica Magro – on behalf of Mob Tech Program – Westpac Group
  • Dianna Enlund – on behalf of S&P Global
  • Simone Peters – on behalf of Macquarie Group
  • Sromona Banerjee – on behalf of Moody’s Corporation
  • Tracey Chung – on behalf of Jarden


WiBF ESG and Sustainability Initiative of the Year:

Sponsored by ANZ

  • Brooke Pettit – on behalf of Bendigo and Adelaide Bank
  • Camilla Waterhouse, Monique McCullough, Cherry Chau – on behalf of Commonwealth Bank of Australia
  • Kate Jones – on behalf of National Australia Bank
  • Noa Sela & Alexander Graham – on behalf of MoneyMe Financial Group
  • Selina Li – on behalf of Bloomberg


WiBF Mentor of the Year “NEW 2024”:

Sponsored by Westpac Group

  • Benjamin Duff – Macquarie Bank
  • Glenn Morgan – Deutsche Bank
  • Nathalie Moss – Bendigo and Adelaide Bank
  • Surani Meegahage – Moody’s Corporation
  • Zekija Glamocic – Commonwealth Bank of Australia


WiBF Award Ticket purchases

With finalists now announced, we encourage you to purchase your tickets as we have limited availability left. Don’t miss your chance—get your tickets now!

Buy Tickets Now


WiBF Award Sponsorships

Finally, we have two remaining sponsorship opportunities for those who wish to elevate their brand and support gender diversity in the banking and finance sector. Available sponsorships include the prestigious VIP Lounge and the exclusive photo experience. Please click the link below for further details.

Sponsorships


Interview with Alicia Chang: Insights into Corporate Finance at Jarden

Recently, WiBF interviewed Alicia Chang, Analyst, Corporate Finance from Jarden, a proud WiBF Bronze Corporate Member to discuss insights on a career in Corporate Finance.

Alicia Chang’s journey and experiences in corporate finance offer a compelling narrative for those considering this dynamic and challenging field. Alicia’s insights underscore the importance of resilience, ongoing education, and seizing opportunities. Her story echoes the need for continuous learning and highlights the immense power of transferrable skills.

Read her story now


WiBF’s First New Zealand (Auckland) In-Person Event!

WiBF's online offerings are available worldwide and accessible to all professionals employed by a WiBF Corporate Member, regardless of your gender or location. But we are so thrilled to announce the extension of our in-person offerings to New Zealand, marking the first of many exciting events to come! This is an event not to be missed!

Accenture, WiBF, and INFINZ warmly invite you to a banking, finance, and insurance industry networking evening in Auckland, NZ, on the 22nd of August from 5:00-6:30 pm.

Mark your calendars and join us for drinks and canapés as we celebrate two momentous occasions: WiBF’s official launch in New Zealand and the opening of the new Accenture office. Designed in collaboration with Ngāti Whātua ōrākei, the space has been created as a social hub to foster community, collaboration, and innovation. It’s the perfect place to ignite conversations with industry peers and build new connections.

Register now


Welcome Newest WIBF Members

WiBF is thrilled to welcome our newest members who have joined us this year!

We are excited to have you as part of our vibrant community and look forward to supporting your professional growth and fostering meaningful connections within the industry. Welcome aboard!

Newest Silver Members

  • Bank of China
  • Crédit Agricole Corporate and Investment Bank (CACIB)
  • E&P
  • Microsoft
  • MUFG
  • Natixis Australia Pty Ltd

Newest Bronze Members

  • Alceon Pty Ltd
  • Alpha FMC
  • AMAL Trustees Pty Ltd
  • Grant Thornton
  • ICA Partners
  • Jarden Group
  • Merricks Capital Services Pty Ltd
  • Metrics Credit Partners
  • Resimac


Free Upcoming Webinars

All WiBF webinars are free and unlimited to WiBF Members! Join us during your lunch break for some thought-provoking discussions, or gather a group and participate together from your boardroom. Take a sneak peek at our upcoming webinar line-up below and register now.


July 30th

> 12:15 pm - 1:00 pm AEST

> Virtual event

Unlock Your Potential – The Secrets of Boundaries, Habits and Celebration


August 6th

> 12:15 pm - 1:00 pm AEST

> Virtual event

Communicate with Confidence and Build Trust with Dr Mahler


August 13th

> 12:15 pm - 1:00 pm AEST

> Virtual event

Bust the Box: Transforming Limiting Mindsets with Suzanne Mercier


August 20th

> 12:15 pm - 1:00 pm AEST

> Virtual event

Rules of Belonging Masterclass: Cultural Literacy with Fiona Robertson


Don't miss out on these fantastic opportunities to learn, grow, and network.

Register Now

Simply log in to your dashboard to register, can’t make it live? Catch up on our webinars with WiBF on Demand. If you ever run into any problems with your WiBF Member Dashboard, feel free to reach out to our helpful team.


Explore our upcoming Masterclasses

Don't miss out on WiBF's exclusive 2.5-hour masterclasses—there are only four left for 2024! These masterclasses offer a unique opportunity to delve into enriching topics with industry experts.

September 12th

9:00 am - 11:30 am

Masterclass – The Leadership Star: A Practical Guide to Building Engagement


October 3rd

9:00 am - 11:30 am

Masterclass – Overcoming Perfectionism


November 7th

9:00 am - 11:30 am

Masterclass – Nature and Biodiversity Risk Reporting


December 5th

9:00 am - 11:30 am

Masterclass – Leading the Way: Mastering Leadership in Hybrid Roles

Register Now


WiBF is a not-for-profit membership association aimed at increasing the representation of female leaders in the banking and finance sector. WiBF is immensely grateful for the unwavering support of its Corporate Members, without whom our work would not be possible.


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