100 Women In Finance

On 3 July, 100 Women In Finance’s Singapore Education committee organized a ‘Net-Walking’ event, hosted by MSCI Inc. Participants shared perspectives on sustainability and climate issues as they enjoyed an evening walk around Singapore’s iconic Marina Bay area, whilst networking using prompts provided. The 'net-walking' was followed by formal networking drinks and canapes, where MSCI shared insights from their recent thought leadership studies, including views on progress in gender equity on boards and climate and sustainability efforts locally. Thank you to our hosts MSCI Inc. and the team Jurgita Balaisyte, Elsa Ben Hamou Dassonville and Jo Ann Reddy and their colleagues and clients for making this event such a success. Thanks also to our Singapore committee members Ashlesha Vaishampayan, CAIA and Jasmine Jalif for organizing this event. Alpha Baid Saumya Aggarwal Anastasija Cerniavskaja Xiaodan Chen Vera Lau Ravena Jazmine Rao BFP, ACA Sojung Sophia Yoon #100WF #womeninfinance #finance #networking #sustainability

Last week, members in London convened to hear from Vica Manos of Anthemis Group, Maia Monell of Nav.it and Annie Coleridge of The Lowdown about the growing intersection of healthcare with fintech. The discussion, moderated by Daniel Garsin of Elixirr, covered potential opportunities in diagnostic tools and software, patient monitoring, as well as the required investment to bring innovative ideas to market. Thank you to Anthemis Group and Elixirr for hosting this dynamic event and to Honor Huyette for the introduction. Thanks also to Jane Singer of our London Education committee for opening the session and organizing on behalf of 100 Women In Finance. Victoria Caro, CFA Anna Nolan Lucy Balicki Embla H. Sonja Khundakar Manon Mendez Elizabeth (Libbi) Ross #100WF #womeninfinance #finance #ai #healthcare

On June 12 in New York, HE Ambassador Lachezara Stoeva, Permanent Representative of Bulgaria to the United Nations, hosted a special evening to connect 100 Women In Finance Senior Practitioners with the United Nations. The event offered insights into the workings of the United Nations and how the attendees and the private sector could contribute, specifically toward the implementation and financing of the SDGs and efforts on advancing women. Topics addressed included: ● How nations make goals to meet the economic, social, and environmental challenges ● What steps might be needed to meet the goals ● Status of international cooperation in moving forward sustainable development globally and how the private sector can participate Attendees heard from an impressive line up of speakers: ✦ HE Ambassador Lachezara Stoeva, Permanent Representative of Bulgaria to the United Nations ✦ Shari Spiegel, Director Financing for Sustainable Development Office, Department of Economic and Social Affairs ✦ Mariangela Parra-Lancourt, PhD, Chief Strategic Engagement and Policy Integration, The United Nations Department of Economic and Social Affairs (UN DESA) ✦ Anna Falth, Global Head Women's Empowerment Principles, UN Women ✦ Sari J. Mayer, CAIA, Director of Marketing and Investor Relations, Global Credit Advisers, LLC ✦ Yvonne Beri, Director, ReGenerative Investing and Philanthropy, Plenitude LLC/ UN Special Consultative Status, Main Representative and Focal Point Special thanks to our speakers, host and to Sari and Yvonne for organizing this event on behalf of 100 Women In Finance. #100WF #womeninfinance #finance #unitednations

Exciting news! We are in the process of planning our upcoming Impact Investing Symposium set for October 1, along with Global FundWomen Week in New York City, the dates of which will be confirmed soon. We are delighted to share that we have partnered with Peregrine Communications to promote these events for the second consecutive year. Their PR prowess plays a pivotal role in elevating our message and extending our outreach to a broader spectrum of individuals. Thank you to Peregrine for their continued and generous in-kind support! Sarah Finley Lois Wilkins, CMP Carolina De Brigard #100WF #womeninfinance #FundWomen #ImpactInvestingSymposium #vision3040 #peers #networking #ideasharing

12 July | Hong Kong | How Technology Helps Advance ESG Investing and Tackles Greenwashing ➤ Today, asset managers face mounting scrutiny from investors, consumers and regulators regarding greenwashing, the process where companies overstate their ESG credentials and activities. Explore the latest developments in the ESG market and the critical role technology can potentially play to help advance ESG investing and tackle concerns of greenwashing. PARTICIPANTS ✦ Shannon Li, LSEG (London Stock Exchange Group) ✦ Jasmine Ling, HSBC ✦ Elsa Pau, BlueOnion ✦ Benson Wong, JPMorganChase (Moderator) Following the program, share your perspective on ESG investments as you network with colleagues over drinks and refreshments. Registration is required. Register here: https://bit.ly/45UKpIA Guests are invited to attend and learn more about 100 Women In Finance. This program is a collaboration between 100WFinTech and the FinTech Association of Hong Kong (FTAHK), and is hosted by HSBC. Kenzy Goodwin Paul Chew Megan Clunnie Folasade Femi-Lawal (FCA,FCIT,MBA) Marija Flynn Dr (Mrs) Markie Idowu Cecilia Mueller Chen Joyce Li, CFA Tram Anh Nguyen Marianne O Lydia Ofori, CFA, CAIA Rachel S. Alicia Vidler Elisabeth Wadsworth Chloe Wong Wendy Wong Elaine X. Steffanie Yuen #100WF #womeninfinance #finance #esg #greenwashing

Thank you to our panelists Esther Boujard, Stéphanie COURTADON, Charles F., Gorka G., Jessica Reyes, Laureen Sulpice, Pascal Molinelli, and moderator Joanna Pecenik Vergès d’Espagne for sharing your insights and expertise with our Paris members during "Demystifying the Retailization of Funds in France and Luxembourg" on June 13. The dynamic event shed light on the evolving landscape of private equity products accessible to retail investors. During the session, the panel explored the trend of retailization, the most appropriate investment vehicles for this purpose, and the regulatory and practical challenges encountered during fundraising from retail investors. The conversation also delved into the critical role of sustainability and ESG factors for retail investors and provided a forward-looking perspective on the sector, with a particular focus on the developments surrounding ELTIF 2.0. Thank you to our host, A&O Shearman, and to our distinguished speakers and moderator who contributed their valuable perspectives and expertise on this complex and dynamic topic. Special recognition is due to Joanna Pecenik Vergès d’Espagne and Sarah Gannon for organizing this event, and to the rest of the committee for their ongoing support. Don't miss future events in Paris, follow the location webpage here: https://bit.ly/3xZ6Srh Hannah Rossiter Isabelle Simon Annie Barthelemy Thais Batista Saab Somesha Ferdinand Emilie Fleury-Caduc Nathalie PECQUENARD Linda Sharkey Joanna Thompson de Colonges #100WF #womeninfinance #finance #funds #Retailization

Thank you BIL Suisse for hosting the kick-off event celebrating the 15th Anniversary Year of 100 Women In Finance in Zurich with "The Rise of the Female Economy" on June 13. Lizanne Atherly, CFA, Founder of Minds2Capital and co-founder of the 100 Women In Finance's Zurich location moderated a fireside chat with Maryann U., Managing Director at BIL Suisse. Maryann shared her inspiring personal experiences on her journey to financial literacy, highlighting how she reached a position to build, preserve, and utilize wealth, and how she now shares this knowledge with peers and the next generation. Thank you also to our Zurich committee chair Alysa Kodisch for organizing this event along with Daniela Medina of BIL Suisse and to the rest of the Zurich committee for their ongoing support. Although location co-founder Françoise Birnholz and previous chair Cecilia Mueller Chen were unable to attend, we were delighted to be joined by former committee chair and current 100WF Global Council member, sona blessing. Claudia M. Christen Neda Derlokova Anjeza Kadilli, PhD Agnieszka Schirm Ruby Senger- Cloudas #100WF #womeninfinance #finance #financialliteracy #femaleeconomy

Recently in Northern California, Moss Adams hosted 100WF's "FinTech and AI Frontiers: Insights and Empowering Innovators," where the panel delved into the application of AI in finance, fundraising strategies, scaling company growth, and VC due diligence. The panelists shared up-to-the-minute and unique insights into FinTech trends. Thank you to Cameron Peake of Restive Ventures, Kelsey Willock Jones of Aura Finance, Sue Xu of Amino Capital and moderator Theresa Wright of Moss Adams for sharing your time and expertise with our members. Special thanks to Marianne O of our California, North and Fintech committees for making this event possible. Learn more about 100WFinTech initiative here: https://bit.ly/3ufeOmJ #100WF #womeninfinance #fintech #ai #fintechfounders

16 July | Edina, MN | Overview and Outlook with Jody Gunderson, Managing Principal, AB CarVal, and Marcia Page, Founder & CEO, MPowered Capital. ➤ Gain an insider's view of the current credit investing market and hear what they see on the horizon for 2024. Take note of lessons learned from their careers as trailblazers rising to leadership roles. Susanna Gibbons, CFA of University of Minnesota - Carlson School of Management will moderated the discussion. Following the program, raise a glass to celebrate the 10th anniversary of the relaunch of the 100 Women In Finance Minneapolis group, as you network with colleagues while enjoying appetizers and great conversation. Register here: https://bit.ly/3W6E2i8 Thank you to AB CarVal and MPowered Capital for sponsoring this event and to our Minneapolis committee for producing it. Christine Winters Christina Dahlheimer Alison Dubay Kris Kittiko Maren Lapham Molly Mammen Krista Olson Michele Walker #100WF #womeninfinance #finance #creditinvesting #leadership

3 July | London | Deploying AI within the Healthcare Sector with Vica Manos of Anthemis Group, Maia Monell of Nav.it and Liz Walker of Unum UK. Hear about potential opportunities in diagnostic tools and software, patient monitoring and personalised healthcare among other topics. Consider that innovators will need funding to bring their ideas to market and compete for institutional adoption. How will investors view this prospect? Gain insights from our panelists during this session moderated by Daniel Garsin of Elixirr. Following the program, share your ideas as you network with colleagues over drinks and appetizers. Registration is required. RSVP now: https://bit.ly/3VL8gWm  Guests in the finance industry are invited to attend and learn more about 100WF. Thank you to Anthemis Group and Elixirr for hosting this event and to our London Education committee for producing it. Victoria Caro, CFA Anna Nolan Lucy Balicki Laetitia de Pastre Embla H. Sonja Khundakar Manon Mendez Elizabeth (Libbi) Ross Jane Singer #100WF #womeninfinance #finance #ai #healthcare