It is almost time for this year’s European Women in Finance Awards, and we at Markets Media are looking forward to seeing 2024’s nominees for the Crystal Ladder award and recognising the talent of those across the trading and finance industry.
Celebrating those who are breaking through glass ceilings, last year’s Crystal Ladder award went to Amber Wright, global head of fixed income and e-trading at RJ O’Brien. She spoke to Global Trading last year, recalling that “I definitely never envisioned working in the financial sector, and I applied to multiple internships on the basis that I needed to earn money during the summer to support my studies.”
After earning a spot on the Barclays Markets internship, which led to a full-time role on the Fixed Income Relative Value desk, “I had imposter syndrome on a daily basis and struggled to feel like I belonged in this industry”, she said.
“However, as I have matured and gained experience, I am now confident in my abilities and know I deserve to be in the position I am in, from the work I have done. I hope to educate others from backgrounds similar to mine, that they can achieve too.”
This year’s ceremony will take place at the Pan Pacific London on Wednesday 25th September. Nominations are open until August 23rd. We look forward to reading your submissions and celebrating the work of women across the industry.
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