nomination categories

Nominate yourself or a fellow colleague from the categories below, you may choose to nominate multiple entries.

ACCOUNTANT OF THE YEAR

An accountant professional who has consistently met or exceeded challenging objectives to ensure the highest quality of provision of accountancy and related services. The award is based on achievements made in the period 1 January 2018 – 1 January 2019.

Rebecca Self – HSBC

Alys Littler – LV=

Jean Stephens – RSM International

Lucianna Raffaini – Whirlpool UK

WINNER:

Lucianna Raffaini – Whirlpool UK

ADVOCATE OF THE YEAR

 

The organisation or person regardless of gender, that has gone out of its/her/his way to support the cause of getting more female representation in senior levels and stamping out barriers to growth for women in financial services.

Sarah Cooper-Jones – NatWest

David Nikolich – ABSTRACT

Faith Price – Capital on Tap

James Clarry – Coutts & Co

Lynne Darcey Quigley – Darcey Quigley & Co

Louise Rix – Forward Partners

Kate Bohn – Lloyd’s Banking

Nicolas Bertrand – London Stock Exchange Group

Sarah Stokes – Pension Claim Consulting

Debbie Hoskins – RBS

WINNER:

Sarah Cooper-Jones – NatWest

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AMBASSADOR OF THE YEAR

This category celebrates the individual who has achieved a long-term impact on the way people and organisations think about and practice gender diversity. The Ambassador of the Year will be a prominent person in business and/or financial services who publicly champions gender parity in the sector. The Ambassador of the Year is ambitious, bold, daring, charismatic, and unabashedly dedicated towards encouraging women in the sector to grow.

Phil Hall – AAT

Joanna Rhule – M&G Investments

Michelle Owen – Deutsche Bank

Carolyn Porretta – Macquarie Group

Les Matheson – RBS

Sue Douthwaite – Santander UK

Cheryl Adams – Santander UK

Seonaid Mackenzie – Sturgeon Ventures LLP

Miranda Brown – The Miranda Brown Diversity Leadership Foundation

Sophie Robson – UBS

WINNER:

Miranda Brown – The Miranda Brown Diversity Leadership Foundation

BANKER OF THE YEAR

The most influential and inspirational woman in banking, who has overseen strong financial performance  and successfully guided the bank in best business practices, expansion into new markets, or innovation in terms of new products or services. The award is based on achievements made in the period 1 January 2018 – 1 January 2019.

Maria Harris – Atom Bank

Nike Shoge – Barclays

Rebecca Hughes – Coutts & Co

Vicky Davies – Danske Bank

Aastha Gurbax – J.P. Morgan

Saadia Mujeeb – NatWest Markets

Angela Chau – Santander Corporate Bank

Megan McDonald – Standard Bank

Isabelle Jenkins – PwC

Anne Boden – Starling Bank

WINNER:

Anne Boden – Starling Bank

DISRUPTOR OF THE YEAR

An individual who has reinvigorated gender diversity in the financial services industry by providing new and innovative ways to improve the gender balance in the sector across levels.

Chloe Chambraud – Business in the Community, The Prince’s Responsible Business Network

Tamara Gillan – Cherry London & The WealthiHer Network

Sophia Bantanidis – Citi

Sarah Rench – EY

Wendy Gallagher – Invest Connections

Valentina Kristensen – OakNorth

Amy Clarke – Tribe Impact Capital

Hayley Sudbury – WERKIN

WINNER:

Chloe Chambraud – Business in the Community, The Prince’s Responsible Business Network

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DIVERSITY INITIATIVE OF THE YEAR

This category focuses on a specific diversity initiative or project that has been established to promote diversity in finance: in a specific company or for the wider community. Judges will assess the impact of this project and how successful it has been – based on tangible results – in closing the gender gap and promoting diversity in finance.

Julie Humphreys – AIG

Njy Rios – Ayming

Kiersten Barnet – Bloomberg LP

Sarah Noeckel – Dawn Capital

Danae Kyriakopoulou – Official Monetary and Financial Institutions Forum

Jen Davidson – The Clear Company

Tamara Gillian – The WealthiHer Network

Alexa Bailey – Visa

Tulsi Naidu – Zurich Insurance

WINNER:

Julie Humphreys – AIG

EMPLOYER OF THE YEAR

The company that has proactively cultivated an inclusive and diverse workforce, aiming to achieve equal gender representation at all levels.

AAT

Aviva Investors

Darcey Quigley & Co

Evolution Financial Planning

HUBX

LV=

PwC

RBS

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WINNER:

PwC

FINANCE TEAM OF THE YEAR (LEAD BY A WOMAN)

A finance team, led by a woman, that has delivered real value – with tangible business results – to a company. Judges will look at projects and achievements, along with examples of best practice, leadership, ROI generated and alignment to business goals. The award is based on achievements made in the period 1 January 2018 – 1 January 2019.

Sumindra Bains-Cleary – Apex Fund Services

Sarah Abrahams – Grant Thornton UK LLP

Liz Hamilton – LV=

Louise Jack – Macquarie Group

Julie Baker – Natwest

Krina Patel – SmartDCC

Lisa Barter-Ng – Totally plc

Louisa Sedgwick – Vida Homeloans

FINANCIAL ADVISOR OF THE YEAR

This award recognises the standout financial adviser who has achieved outstanding returns while championing financial inclusivity. The award is based on achievements made in the period 1 January 2018 – 1 January 2019.

Helen Howcroft – Equanimity IFA

Rebecca Robertson – Evolution Financial Planning

Catriona Lumiste – Financial Care Solutions

Rosie Hooper – Quilter Private Client Adviser

Hayley North – Rose & North

Susannah M. Gray – SORBUS Partners LLP

Mary Waring – Wealth for Women

Sian Bird – Wesleyan

Oonagh Morrison – Wesleyan

WINNER:

Rebecca Robertson – Evolution Financial Planning

FINTECH CHAMPION OF THE YEAR (BANKING)

The most innovative and agile woman in a leadership role within a banking company.

Nicole Sandler – Barclays

Sophia Bantanidis – Citi

Kaushalya Somasundaram – HSBC Bank

Natasha Vernier – Monzo Bank

Cristina Alba Ochoa – OakNorth

WINNER:

Cristina Alba Ochoa – OakNorth

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FINTECH CHAMPION OF THE YEAR (FUNDING)

The most innovative and agile woman in a leadership role within a funding company.

Uma Rajah – CapitalRise

Susanne Chishti – FINTECH Circle

Katrin Herrling – Funding Xchange

Roxane Sanguinetti – HUBX

ShanShan Fu – Issufy

Karen Kerrigan – Seedrs

WINNER:

Susanne Chishti – FINTECH Circle

FINTECH CHAMPION OF THE YEAR (OPEN INNOVATION)

The most innovative and agile woman in a leadership role within an open innovation company.

Devie Mohan – Burnmark

Cathi Harrison – Apricity Compliance

Clare Flynn Levy – Essentia Analytics

Francesca Hodgson – GoodBox

Nichola Hunter – LiquidityEdge

Jenna Wright – LMAX Digital

Gemma Godfrey – Moola

Anna Kuriakose – TotallyMoney

WINNER:

Devie Mohan – Burnmark

FUND MANAGER OF THE YEAR

This award recognises the fund manager that has outperformed peers in her field, with a proven aptitude for effective stock selection and an understanding and anticipation of market patterns. The award is based on achievements made in the period 1 January 2018 – 1 January 2019.

Esther Law – Amundi Asset Management

Stephanie Niven – Aviva Investors

Priya Kainth – Barclays Investment Bank

Magda Branet – Candriam

Camila Astaburuaga – EFG Asset Management UK

Noelle Cazalis – Rathbone Brothers

Jean Roche – Schroders

Petra Posnikova – VAR Capital

Katrina Norris – Waverton Investment Management

WINNER:

Esther Law – Amundi Asset Management

INSURANCE LEADER OF THE YEAR

The strongest senior-level contender in the insurance sector who has an outstanding track record in attracting and managing clients and bringing in successful deals, whilst demonstrating exceptional leadership. The award is based on achievements made in the period 1 January 2018 – 1 January 2019.

Sima Ruparelia – AIG

Mary Duffy – AIG

Melanie James – DLA Piper UK

Dr. Hema Prem – Infosys

Dr. Vina Theodorakopoulou – Munich Re

Shazia Azim – PwC

Sushma MacGeoch – Womble Bond Dickinson

Rose St Louis – Zurich Insurance

JOINT WINNERS:

Shazia Azim – PwC & Rose St Louis – Zurich Insurance

LEGAL ADVISER OF THE YEAR

The corporate lawyer that has broken barriers to advancement and carved out a niche for herself in the firm and wider sector, as well as paving the way for diversity in leadership. The award is based on achievements made in the period 1 January 2018 – 1 January 2019.

Karen Holden – A City Law Firm

Alison Chan – Formerly at Climate Bonds Initiative

Jelena Madir – European Bank for Reconstruction and Development

Lara Oyesanya – Klarna Bank AB

Jennifer Kafcas – McGuireWoods London LLP

Lesley Gregory – Memery Crystal LLP

Suzanne Kingston – Mills & Reeve

Leigh Kirkpatrick – RBS

Rebecca Mauleverer – Shoosmiths LLP

WINNER:

Lesley Gregory – Memery Crystal LLP

RISING STAR OF THE YEAR

The best and brightest woman in the first five years of working within the financial services industry. Judges will be looking for nominees who have a unique and inspiring story to tell.

Hayley Clow – Atkins Bland

Emma Jenkins – Cantab Asset Management

Alison Robb – Coutts & Co

Sara MacGrath – BNP Paribas

Allyson Clarke – Growthdeck

Lucy White – GrowthInvest

Juliette Souliman – Octopus Ventures

Kate Rjabinina – Social Tech Trust

Rebecca Lilley – Tokio Marine HCC

Alibar Crosthwaite – Trinity Lifetime Partners

WINNER:

Juliette Souliman – Octopus Ventures

SPECIALIST INVESTOR OF THE YEAR

The leading investor in private equity, venture capital, business angel or investing institution. The winner of this award will be a role model for women in a wide range of disciplines. The award is based on achievements made in the period 1 January 2018 – 1 January 2019.

Sarah Turner – Angel Academe

Vica Manos – Anthemis Group

Freya Macken – Aurelius Equity Opportunities

Jannat Shah – AXA Venture Partners

Colette Ballou – Ballou Capital

Yodia Lo – Church Commissioners for England

Mirja Lehmler-Brown – Hayfin Capital Management

Katherine Wilson – Illuminate Financial

Kirsty Grant – Seedrs

Anya Navidski – Voulez Capital

WINNER:

Anya Navidski – Voulez Capital

WEALTH MANAGER OF THE YEAR

The wealth manager that displays an outstanding track record of performance in various financial conditions. The award is based on achievements made in the period 1 January 2018 – 1 January 2019.

Anna Sofat – Addidi Wealth

Siobhan Reason – Coutts & Co

Sulochana Sarma – Deloitte

Sujata Rastogi – HSBC Global Private Banking

Lucy Coutts – JM Finn

Serena Doshi – LGT Vestra

Charlotte Ransom – Netwealth Investments

Tracey Reddings – Reddings Wealth Management

Rosie Hooper – Quilter

WINNER:

Charlotte Ransom – Netwealth Investments

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WOMAN OF THE YEAR

The inspiring leader who has challenged, influenced or revolutionised the culture of the financial services sector. The winner of this award will be chosen from a shortlist of winners in other categories.

Terrie Smith – DigiSEq

Tania Eyanga – Excelsum Africa Ventures Group

Francesca Hodgson – Goodbox

Charlotte Crosswell – Innovate Finance

Jade Bentwood – London & Capital

Aisling Kane – Metro Bank

Cindy Monk – Pepper UK

Sinead McHale – Satago Financial Solutions

Janthana Kaenprakhamroy – Tapoly

Miranda Brawn – The Miranda Brawn Diversity Leadership Foundation

WINNER:

Miranda Brawn – The Miranda Brawn Diversity Leadership Foundation

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