Financial Alliance for Women’s Post

Technology is often seen as gender agnostic, potentially removing human biases in financial services. However, barriers excluding women from digital access persist in both traditional and fintech ecosystems, underscoring the need for intentional design. The Financial Alliance for Women Hackathon 2024 promotes gender-intelligent fintech, uniting diverse talent to create inclusive financial services that empower women and tap into a significant market opportunity. Selected fintechs will receive one-on-one mentoring, participate in peer learning clinics focused on women-centered strategies, and pitch to top global financial executives. The winning fintech will be named FEMALE ECONOMY FINTECH OF THE YEAR 2024 and receive a $25,000 cash prize. If you’re a fintech addressing any of these challenges, apply by *July 14th*! - Financing Women-owned/led Businesses - Building Business Capability of Female Entrepreneurs - Transforming Mass Market Women's Investment Capabilities - Greening the CVP For Women Apply Here 👉https://lnkd.in/dxDUecr3 #AllianceHack24 #ChampioningTheFemaleEconomy #Fintechs #FinancialInclusion #FintechFounders

Promoting a fintech environment that is gender inclusive is important if we are to experience a more robust output from fintech space. Great work by Financial Alliance for Women. PS: Application is open to Fintech company promoting gender inclusivity as your very core. See post on how to ap #PO #Fintech #Women

Women represent the world’s largest and fastest-growing market—and one that has been largely overlooked by the incumbent and fintech sectors alike. By overlooking the female economy opportunity, fintechs are leaving trillions on the table. === In 2019, the Financial Alliance for Women identified the fintech sector as a significant business opportunity to address key issues in the financial inclusion of women globally, which the traditional sector has struggled with and instituted the Alliance Hackathon to develop scalable solutions that solve key female economy challenges. This year’s edition, sponsored by Moniepoint Group (Inc) and HSBC, with the theme – Shaping Economies through Gender-Intelligent Fintech showcased cutting-edge solutions aimed at advancing financial inclusion and empowerment. DETAILS; https://lnkd.in/dwkSdPP6

By overlooking the female economy opportunity, fintechs are leaving trillions on the table. The Financial Alliance for Women Hackathon 2024 represents a unique chance for fintechs to learn how to become gender-intelligent! Calling all fintechs around the globe working to solve one of the below challenges to apply to the Alliance Hack by filling this form before July 14th!  Financing Women-owned/led Businesses Building Business Capability of Female Entrepreneurs Transforming Mass Market Women's Investment Capabilities Greening the CVP For Women Fintechs selected to participate in the Alliance Hackathon 2024, will receive one-on-one mentoring from a highly experienced mentor cohort, take part in peer learning clinics focused on building a successful women-centered strategy, and get the chance to pitch in front of a panel of high-impact executives from global financial services institutions. The winning fintech will be positioned as the FEMALE ECONOMY FINTECH OF THE YEAR 2024 and receive a US$25,000 cash prize. https://lnkd.in/e8rGDm8k #AllianceHack24 #AllianceHack2024 #ChampionningTheFemaleEconomy #fintechs #financialinclusion #FintechFounders

Our #fintechs, aiming to foster women's financial inclusion encounter several challenges, including serving diverse customer segments, understanding their transition journeys, and facilitating their unique paths to financial graduation. Some important strategies discovered to serve women customers better include - Segmentation and Personalization I User-Centric Design I Financial Education and Literacy I Product Progression and Graduation I Digitalization and Accessibility I Engagement and Support I Partnerships and Ecosystem Integration Are you on such a journey too? Then this is an initiative for you, that aspires to work closely with #fintechs & impact over 25 million #women by 2026. More Details: https://lnkd.in/g8bHjfPS  Apply here: https://lnkd.in/gCiceQAU Apply by - 31st May 2024 #IIMAVentures #Fintechs #FinancialInclusion #WomenatFront #GenderGap #FinancialProduct Bill & Melinda Gates Foundation | Pawan Bakhshi, Ph.D. | Prabir Borooah | Sanjay Jain | Hemendra Mathur | Priyanka Agarwal Chopra | Supriya Sharma | Vipul Patel | Sandeep Koujalgi | Dr. Pallavi Tak | Trisha Ghoshal

Women represent the world’s largest and fastest-growing market—and one that has been largely overlooked by the incumbent and fintech sectors alike. By overlooking the female economy opportunity, fintechs are leaving trillions on the table. The Financial Alliance for Women Hackathon 2024 represents a unique chance for fintechs to learn how to become gender-intelligent! Calling all fintechs around the globe working to solve one of the below challenges to apply to the Alliance Hack by filling this form before July 14th! · Financing Women-owned/led Businesses · Building Business Capability of Female Entrepreneurs · Transforming Mass Market Women's Investment Capabilities · Greening the CVP For Women https://lnkd.in/eprvGtia

27% of top female Fintech leaders in the UK cite lack of industry recognition for their contribution as a key barrier to their success within the sector. Initiatives such as the Innovate Finance Women in FinTech Powerlist are crucial for levelling the playing field and shining a well-deserved light on some of the most influential contributions to the sector. Applications close at 11pm tonight, so apply for yourself or nominate someone to help get the recognition they deserve. 🚀 #fintechinnovation #womeninfintech #womeninfinance #genderequality #tech

Want to know what’s really happening for women in #fintech check out these two reports. CEOs, CMOs and executives share their insights. Some are surprising, some are what you would expect but their voices matter and I’m proud to help amplify them.

Women represent the world’s largest and fastest-growing market—and one that has been largely overlooked by the incumbent and fintech sectors alike. By overlooking the female economy opportunity, fintechs are leaving trillions on the table.   The Financial Alliance for Women Hackathon 2024 represents a unique chance for #fintechs to learn how to become gender-intelligent!   Calling all fintechs around the globe working to solve one of the below challenges to apply to the Alliance Hack by filling this form before July 14th!   -      Financing Women-owned/led Businesses -      Building Business Capability of Female Entrepreneurs -      Transforming Mass Market Women's Investment Capabilities -      Greening the CVP For Women   Fintechs selected to participate in the Alliance Hackathon 2024, will receive one-on-one mentoring from a highly experienced mentor cohort, take part in peer learning clinics focused on building a successful women-centered strategy, and get the chance to pitch in front of a panel of high-impact executives from global financial services institutions.   The winning fintech will be positioned as the FEMALE ECONOMY FINTECH OF THE YEAR 2024 and receive a US$25,000 cash prize.   The top three winners will also receive a year-long free membership to the Financial Alliance for Women, enabling them access to world’s largest network of financial services providers with winning strategies for the Women’s Markets.   #AllianceHack24 #AllianceHack2024 #ChampionTheFemaleEconomy #fintechs #financialinclusion #FintechFounders #FintechCircle #FintechPulse #WomenInFintech #Fintech https://lnkd.in/dXpU3jdw

As we step into 2024, the #fintech #industry stands at a crossroads of #innovation and #inclusion, with #female #leadership playing a pivotal role in shaping its future. This transformative era marks a significant departure from traditional financial paradigms, moving towards a more inclusive and equitable financial ecosystem powered by digital innovation. The influence of women in fintech has grown exponentially, breaking barriers and setting new benchmarks for success. Their leadership is characterized by a unique blend of technological savvy, strategic vision, and a deep commitment to creating a more inclusive financial world. Women leaders in fintech are not just participants; they are shaping the narrative, driving innovation, and ensuring that technology serves a wider purpose beyond profit—aiming to address and solve real-world challenges. #Key #Trends Shaping the #Future Innovation and Inclusivity: Female fintech leaders are at the forefront of leveraging technology to create more inclusive financial products and services. Their approach often involves considering diverse consumer needs, thus democratizing access to financial services for underserved communities. Sustainability and Ethics: There's a growing emphasis on sustainability and ethical practices within fintech, championed by female leaders who advocate for responsible innovation. This includes prioritizing environmental concerns and promoting financial literacy and wellness. Collaboration Over Competition: Women in fintech are fostering a culture of collaboration, recognizing the power of partnerships in accelerating growth and innovation. This collaborative approach extends across startups, financial institutions, and regulatory bodies, aiming to create a more cohesive ecosystem. Despite the progress, challenges remain, including overcoming gender biases and ensuring equal access to funding and resources for women-led fintech initiatives. However, these challenges also present opportunities for systemic change, advocating for policies and practices that support diversity and inclusion at every level of the industry. The journey towards female empowerment in fintech is ongoing. As we navigate through 2024, it's clear that the contributions of women are not only enriching the fintech landscape but are also critical in driving sustainable growth and innovation. The future of fintech is undeniably inclusive, with female leaders continuing to inspire, innovate, and lead the charge towards a more equitable financial world. The role of female leadership in fintech in 2024 is a testament to the transformative power of diversity and innovation. As the industry continues to evolve, the influence of women will undoubtedly play a crucial role in shaping its trajectory, making fintech a beacon of inclusivity and progress.