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Save the date for South Africa’s first GTR Women in Trade Finance event!The issues surrounding acquiring, developing and retaining diverse talent are echoed across the corporate world. But in the finance sector, tackling these issues has never been more urgent. Join GTR and a selection of leading speakers in discussing ways in which we can future-proof our industry. More details on what we’ll be covering and how you can play a role will follow in due course.
(Please note that this is an event for ladies and gentlemen)
Key event information:
Monday, November 4th, 2019
Hogan Lovells
140 West St Sandown, Sandton 2031, South Africa
15.30-18.00, followed by an evening networking
(Formal discussion starting at 16:00, leading into networking drinks reception at 18:00 onwards)
Join GTR on social media and follow the official conference hashtag: #GTRWiTF
Programme
15.30 Registration and networking
16.00 Opening remarks
Shannon Manders, Editorial Director, Global Trade Review (GTR)
16.10 Welcome remarks (from our hosts)
Laurie Hammond, Partner, Hogan Lovells (South Africa)
16.20 Panel discussion: Leadership, taking inspiration and the importance of role models
A key message in this conversation seems to be around the role of the individual, a situation which lends itself to the idea of ‘role models’ and finding the necessary sources of inspiration. Among the points to be addressed:
- What’s new in the conversation? Have there been any recent changes to suggest the diversity and inclusion conversation is being taken more seriously?
- Is there enough actual action to go with the talk? What is the output of the various programmes and initiatives? What are the government policies around gender equality?
- Does the corporate environment provide women with the support structure they need? Are we seeing greater flexibility? How can more men be brought on the journey?
- What inspires young women across the African continent today? How important is it to encourage greater interaction with influential women and potential role models?
- How competitive is the trade finance sector when it comes to attracting and retaining diverse talent? What is being done to address the gap in African women’s ability to access finance?
Jacqueline Chimhanzi, Chief Executive Officer, African Leadership Institute
Lauren Callie, Head of Group Corporate Affairs, Letshego
Caroline Parker, Managing Director, FTI Consulting
Gabisile Mashigo, TWC Sector Head, Resources & State Owned Enterprises, Rand Merchant Bank (RMB)
Belinda Dreyer, Legal Principal Marketing, Anglo Operations
Moderator: Shannon Manders, Editorial Director, Global Trade Review (GTR)
17.20 ‘Speak up’ session: Our delegates have their say!
This closing session will provide members of the audience with the opportunity to ‘speak up’, posing questions to our panellists and sharing their own anecdotes and experiences. Full and frank discussion is encouraged!
17.50 Concluding remarks
18.00 Networking drinks
Lauren Callie, Head of Group Corporate Affairs, Letshego
Gabisile Mashigo, TWC Sector Head, Resources & State Owned Enterprises, Rand Merchant Bank (RMB)
Caroline Parker, Managing Director, FTI Consulting
Jacqueline Chimhanzi, Chief Executive Officer, African Leadership Institute
Hosted by: Shannon Manders, Editorial Director, Global Trade Review (GTR)
Venue: Hogan Lovells
Address: 140 West St, Sandown, Sandton, 2196, South Africa
Website: https://www.hoganlovells.com/en/locations/johannesburg