Women In Banking and Finance
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Women In Banking and Finance Fortnightly Newsletter

Edition 42, March 8, 2024

We were delighted to host Diversity in Markets: Breaking Barriers, with our esteemed partner, CommBank Business and Institutional yesterday in Melbourne.

The in-person event provided an ideal setting to explore the vital topic of diversity in markets, all in honour of International Women's Day. The room buzzed with enthusiasm, featuring recent graduates to university students, all eager to network and draw inspiration from the remarkable individuals in attendance.

A special thank you goes out to our esteemed panellists, Nicole Killey, Shelby Kaye , Dr. Roshanthi Dias, PhD , and our exceptional moderator, Rebecca Crabb . Your insights were not only invaluable but also crucial in steering the conversation toward focused and engaging discussions.


WiBF's FREE Special Virtual Celebration

Thank you to everyone who joined us for an inspiring event today hosted by the incredible Diana D'Ambra AM FAICD , recognised with the Order of Australia for her outstanding service to the banking and finance industry.

The session provided a deep dive into discussions with WiBF Peak Performance Coaches Ricky Nowak, Executive Coach, Speaker and MC and Suzanne Mercier. , exploring challenges and opportunities in creating equity.

Happy International Women's Day!


To celebrate international Women’s Day, WiBF is delighted to announce that nominations for the WiBF 2024 National Industry Awards are open now!

Join us in celebrating the trailblazers and champions of gender diversity in Australia's banking and finance sector.

Submit your nominations now and be part of history! Last year, we received over 250 outstanding nominations. Let's break that record together in 2024!

Nominate yourself, a colleague, or an inspiring organisation now for the WiBF 2024 National Industry Awards. Let the celebration begin! Nominations close, May 17th.

Nominate Now

Click above to relive the magic from last year with some of our 2023 WiBF Award winners.

Help us spread the word!


Unlock the Future: Climate Change - Financial Impact of Physical Risk Masterclass with Rick Lord !

Are you ready to empower yourself with the knowledge and tools essential for navigating the complex landscape of climate change and its financial implications? Join our upcoming Masterclass on Thursday, 21st March 2024, featuring Rick Lord, a distinguished climate and sustainability expert with over 15 years of invaluable experience.


?? What to Expect:

  • Insider Insights: Rick Lord will share his wealth of knowledge, providing insider insights into climate physical risk scenario analysis.
  • Cutting-Edge Topics: Dive into crucial subjects such as modelling climate change hazards, leveraging the latest generation climate models, understanding the importance of geospatial data, and harnessing proprietary and third-party asset data.
  • Financial Impact Mastery: Learn the art of quantifying the financial impact of climate physical risk and witness how organisations are transforming this data into strategic decision-making gold.
  • Interactive Learning: Engage in a 2.5-hour interactive session designed to equip you with practical approaches that you can apply in real-world scenarios.


Date: Thursday, 21st March 2024

Time: 9:00 am to 11:30 am AEDT

Platform: Zoom Meeting


?? Why Join?

  • Future-Proof Your Knowledge: Stay ahead of the curve by understanding the intricate link between climate change and financial impacts, crucial for future-proofing your career and organisation.
  • Strategic Decision-Making: Gain practical skills to leverage climate physical risk data for informed, strategic decision-making, aligning your organisation with sustainability goals.
  • Network with Peers: Connect with like-minded professionals, fostering valuable relationships within a community passionate about climate resilience and sustainability.

Don't miss this chance to join Rick Lord on March 21st.

How much does a WiBF Masterclass cost?

You can use your 2024 WiBF Inclusion spots towards our masterclasses and attend for free. Each WiBF member organisation has a certain number of masterclass inclusions to use in 2024. If you are unsure please contact your WiBF representative or our friendly team.

If all of your inclusions have been used, additional placements can be purchased for the special WiBF Member Discounted rate of $550.00 + GST per Masterclass.


We look forward to your participation in this enriching Masterclass!

Register now


WiBF Webinars - Free for all WiBF Members!

Simply log in to your WiBF Member Dashboard account or Register a new account with your work email address to access and register. Click here if you need help with logins.

Awaken Your Leadership with Andrew Rooke

12th March

12:15 pm - 1:00 pm AEDT


Awaken Your Leadership! Join Andrew Rooke , former Executive Director now CEO advisor, as he guides us towards a whole new way of being and leading. A way that is suitable for the complex issues of our time, and for you to tap into your inner gold. You will walk away from this webinar with a greater understanding of the relationship with yourself and your leadership style.

Register


Fine Tune Your Presentation Skills with Ricky Nowak, Executive Coach, Speaker and MC

19th March

12:15 pm - 1:00 pm AEDT


Elevate your executive presence in the competitive world of banking and finance with this exclusive webinar, “Fine Tuning Your Presentation Skills for Women in Banking and Finance.” Join us to gain invaluable insights tailored to empower you in the dynamic professional services industry where you will learn to command attention, project confidence, and articulate your ideas with precision.

Register


Cut Through Stress Like a Productivity Ninja with Julie Jones


26th March

12:15 pm - 1:00 pm AEDT


A Productivity Ninja? is calm and prepared, skilled and ruthless in how they deal with the many enemies of productivity and wellbeing.

Julie will share with you some of the top characteristics of the Productivity Ninja?, and help you identify specific ways you can implement them. A fun and fast session full of tips and hacks to help you beat overwhelm, procrastination and get stuff done!

Register


EXCLUSIVE TO MEMBERS

Can’t make our webinars live? Did you know all WiBF webinars are available to stream for free, any time via WiBF on Demand?

Log in now to catch up on our latest webinar. Simply log in to your WiBF Member Dashboard account or Register a new account with your work email address to access and watch now.

WiBF on Demand


‘NEW’ WiBF Podcast: Banking and Finance Leaders Shaping the Industry

Step into the world of banking and finance with WiBF's Leaders Shaping the Industry Podcast—an inspiring platform designed to share thought leadership, innovation, and empowering stories.

Tune in now via the link below and subscribe to stay up to date with future episodes.

Listen now


Partner with UNSW Business School:

Do you want to connect and engage with students from UNSW Business School – Australia’s #1 Business School renowned for its top-ranked Education and Career Services?

By collaborating with UNSW, you can tap into their pool of highly motivated and skilled undergraduate, postgraduate and MBA students majoring in diverse fields such as Marketing, Accounting, Information Systems, Economics, Finance, Human Resource Management, and Actuarial Studies.

At the Business School, their mission is to empower every student to have an opportunity to get industry experience and insights into the world of business before they graduate. And they need you to help us make their mission a reality.

There are several ways that UNSW industry partners work with them and their students:

  • Host students for internships
  • Provide Industry Projects
  • Guest Speaking opportunities
  • Mentor students

How would you like to engage with UNSW Business School in 2024 and beyond? Take their short poll here . Have something else in mind? Please contact [email protected] to explore tailored engagement options for your organisation.


Maximise your WiBF membership benefits and explore the resources at your fingertips! Explore the WiBF Calendar 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.


Suzanne Mercier.

Transformational Coach: Possibilities, Inclusion & Leadership | Author | Behavioural change Consultant | Expert in moving past #ImposterSyndrome | Living and working in Cammeraygal country

8 个月

You certainly support your membership with a wide array of learning and networking opportunities WiBF. Thanks for the opportunity to be part of it.

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