Women in Open Banking x Women in Banking & Finance Meetup

Women in Open Banking and Women in Banking & Finance are joining forces for a special afternoon of networking, discussion and community.

Bringing together women from across banking, fintech, payments and wider financial services, the meetup will explore career development, mentoring and the shared experiences that help women thrive throughout their careers.

Through thought-provoking discussions and dedicated networking time, attendees will have the opportunity to connect with peers, share ideas and build relationships across two established industry communities.

Why we’ve joined forces
Women in Open Banking and Women in Banking & Finance share a commitment to supporting women throughout their careers, creating meaningful connections and championing greater diversity across financial services.

By bringing our communities together, we can share experiences, learn from one another and strengthen the professional networks that help women progress.

Register
Attendance is free, but advance registration is required and places are limited.

Click here to find out more and to see the speakers 

Agenda

2.00pm: Welcome networking drinks

2.30pm: Fireside chat with Vicky Soden, CEO, Women in Banking & Finance. Hosted by Ellie Duncan, Community Manager, Women in Open Banking

2.50pm: Panel discussion: Building careers through every life stage
From returning to work after maternity leave, caring responsibilities or a career break to building successful careers across different generations, this discussion will explore what women can learn from one another and how organisations can provide better support.

Moderated by Ellie Duncan, Community Manager, Women in Open Banking

With Jade Eastabrook, Vice President, Large Corporate Open Banking Sales, NatWest
Pippa Byrne, Director of People & Talent, Yapily
Abisola Barber Sherwood, Director, Citibank
Sabree Kansagra, Chief Operating Officer, Women in Banking & Finance

3.25pm: Panel discussion: Mentoring in action
Mentor and mentee pairs from Women in Open Banking and Women in Banking & Finance will share their experiences, lessons learned and practical advice for creating successful mentoring relationships.

Moderated by Ras Gohil, Senior Manager, Corporate Partnerships, Women in Banking & Finance

Hannah Swales, Senior Marketing Manager, Moneyhub
Lisa Scott, Chief Strategy Officer, TrueLayer
Sian-Louise Bendle, Data Governance Manager, Nationwide Building Society
Shakeela Williamson, Senior Marketing Leader

4.00pm Event concludes, drinks reception until 5.30pm

Please note this session is only available to Women in Banking & Finance and Women in Open Banking members.

There is also an optional tick box on the registration form where attendees can request a complimentary delegate pass to Open Banking Expo UK & Europe. This allows you to make the most of the day by attending the wider Expo without having to complete a separate registration.