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Celebrating Lloyds Banking Group, nominated for Outstanding Employer! Lloyds Banking Group is committed to building a fully inclusive environment, reflective of the society it serves, where all colleagues can fulfil their potential. Getting this right is at the heart of its purpose to help Britain prosper – a more inclusive society is a more prosperous one, and a diverse business is a better business. It is proud to have been the first FTSE 100 company to set targets to increase ethnic diversity at senior levels and its ethnicity strategy is led from the top and supported by comprehensive plans to ensure the company makes sustainable progress. See the full Outstanding Employer shortlist and find out more about the shortlisted organisations here: https://lnkd.in/eDiDCfhf. See the full list of all public and business awards categories here: https://lnkd.in/ehw2Jhpt. #EthnicityAwards2024 #OutstandingEmployer #DiversityAndInclusion #Leadership #Recognition #EthnicityAwards

Excited to share the transformative power of joining an accelerator program! 🌟 Are you an entrepreneur feeling the weight of loneliness in your journey? Consider this: joining an accelerator program isn't just about business growth—it's about building a thriving community that supports you every step of the way. Here's why: Shared Experience: Surround yourself with peers who understand the challenges you face. Together, you'll navigate the highs and lows of entrepreneurship, fostering camaraderie and support. Networking Opportunities: Accelerators open doors to invaluable networks of mentors, and fellow entrepreneurs. These connections not only expand your business reach but also enrich your personal network. Collaborative Environment: Embrace a culture of collaboration and knowledge-sharing. Engage with like-minded individuals who are just as passionate about innovation and success as you are. Structured Support: Benefit from workshops, group meetings, and peer-to-peer learning sessions tailored to accelerate your growth. Lean on your community for advice, feedback, and encouragement. Accountability Partnerships: Pair up with fellow participants to hold each other accountable. Together, you'll celebrate wins, overcome challenges, and stay motivated on your Ready to elevate your entrepreneurial journey? Let's connect and explore the possibilities together! #Entrepreneurship #AcceleratorProgram #CommunitySupport 🚀🌟

I hope a consideration was “good” and how or where they learnt it! And how the demonstrate it in their practice. And the challenges that often prevent people from promoting ethics, or doing the right thing in business is key. A better world needs “braves”, who are supported by a tribe, of invested warriors- also about underpinning structures of “good”. But l am happy for BBBA, whom, l presume had a ministers ears in the last administration- and hopefully in this one too.  Do you as a organisation teach a “good” business model that enhances black business development, in equitable practice knowledge? And us that Because you are black - and centred in that approach, ie to reforming business models that are often not leading, but just following what has been done in the past, undefined by black input?  Just hoping the answer is yes to all of the above and if it isn’t, maybe build it!  l support your aims 🫶🏿🖤🎓

As Pride Month draws to a close, I would like to reflect on the strides made toward equality and the work that still needs to be done. The celebration of diversity, equity and inclusion is not confined to one month but is a continuous journey. For me, celebrating Pride is about building resilience and renewing my commitment to building a more inclusive investment industry. By embracing diverse perspectives, we not only foster a culture of innovation and inclusion but also unlock greater potential for success and impact. To this end, the CFA Institute DEI Code is a roadmap for a more inclusive investment industry. This transformative code provides a structured framework supporting employers, executive leaders, investment professionals, DEI specialists, and HR professionals in crafting impactful and measurable strategies to enable better people management in the investment industry. Let's continue to champion inclusion, recognizing that every voice adds value to our collective mission. Together, we can build an industry where everyone feels respected, empowered, and valued every day of the year. #Pride #Inclusion #Diversity #Resilience

🌟 Special shoutout to Alison Delaney from Little Bird People Development on her Community Session as part of the Natwest Accelerator program today! 🚀 Alison tackled the topic of Imposter Syndrome, and it hit close to home for me (and many others based on the overwhelmingly positive feedback)! Transparent moment: battling imposter syndrome and lack of self-confidence has been a real journey for me, not just recently, but over the years! Alison's insights were a game changer, prompting me to reflect on my growth and redefine my core values. There were many key takeaways but here are just a couple: 1️⃣ Celebrate Your Brilliance: It's easy to overlook our achievements. Alison talked about acknowledging and celebrating brilliance. 🎉 Embrace your accomplishments, big and small. 2️⃣ Define Your Values: Take a moment to think about your personal values. What truly matters to you as a person? Mine include empathy, authenticity, knowledge, and integrity. These values guide my decisions and actions both in work and personal life. Rebecca Ridler and I take time on a Monday to recognise our achievements from the previous week. It can be all too easy to get caught up in the things that haven’t gone to plan but actually reflecting on what we have achieved has often made us realise how many good things we have overlooked! How do you battle your inner critic and celebrate success? Let's continue supporting each other on this journey of growth! 💪 Thank you again Alison! #ImposterSyndrome #PersonalDevelopment #Reflection #NatwestAccelerator #CommunitySession #SelfEmpowerment

AT BARCLAYS LAST WEEK. "Many FTSE 100 companies talk the talk, but few truly walk the walk when it comes to diversity and inclusion. Kudos to Barclays for not just making promises, but taking concrete steps to uplift the Black community. Their recent commitment to a £15 million fund, aimed at investing in Black-owned businesses, speaks volumes about their dedication to fostering real change. Partnering with Black Foundervine is a strategic move that aligns with Barclays' mission to empower and support underrepresented entrepreneurs. This initiative goes beyond rhetoric, illustrating Barclays' tangible efforts to drive economic empowerment and inclusivity. Here's to more companies following suit and turning words into impactful actions. #Barclays #DiversityandInclusion #BlackFoundervine #EconomicEmpowerment"

Sunsoa IT Solutions Limited believe in fair treatment when it comes to considering anyone for a new opportunity. You cannot Control why your parents didn't get an education You Cannot Control what College, University they went to You cannot control the grades they had. You definitely cannot control your own grades. You certainly cannot control what your ancestors did. The common theme here is you cannot control the past. On top of what we cannot control we here and have suffered these words too many times like, ethnicity, race and culture as being a factor. #Realtalk Lloyds bank did years (a few years) study and found they had a lack of opportunities for coloured people as more legacy admissions. They promised to think more about Diversity. Accenture and JP Morgan are scrapping a programme that gave white peole more opportunity due to privilege. Wow just Wow. The biggest orgs in the world and who is at helm or in a Senior Position? A Coloured person It's more blatent but we only can do whats in our control. We have for years helped any race, colour and background while others form race based organisations. We wil continue to support, guide and promote anyone from anywhere that did or does anything. Be The Change You Want To Happen #SunsoaITSolutions #ShapingFutures #FightforEveryone

In celebration of Women’s History Month, A Seat at the Table, Vantage West’s women’s leadership group, is highlighting its own women leaders. Today, our AVP of Member Experience Operations, Dawn Lepore, shares her insights on being a woman in leadership: 1. What motivated or inspired you to pursue a career in the credit union movement? My story is similar to many people in the credit union movement in that I didn’t set out to pursue a career in credit unions. I started working in the banking industry in my senior year of college as a part-time teller because it gave me flexible hours while I finished my degree. I moved up in my career but ultimately needed a change and found a job at Vantage West through a former banking colleague. I knew very little about credit unions at that time and have since educated myself about credit union history and how we collaborate to positively impact our Members and communities. I love the work that I do, the people I work with, and the Members who trust us with their financial wellness. I’m proud to share the credit union difference with everyone! 2. What advice do you have for aspiring women leaders? One of the most important things you can do is believe in yourself. Know that you have what it takes to achieve your goals, whatever they are. Then build yourself a network. One of the best ways to do this is by finding ways to be of service to others. This creates genuine connections that will help you grow both personally and professionally. 3. How do you balance the demands of your professional life with personal interests and well-being. I don’t buy into the concept of “work-life balance” because that sets people up to believe that it’s possible to achieve a “perfect” balance. Spoiler alert: there is no perfect balance. 😉 Instead, I prioritize and re-prioritize as things change in my life. Sometimes that means spending more time completing work projects. Sometimes that means taking off early to spend time with my kids or taking a day off for my mental health. I am regularly assessing what is most important and I allocate my time accordingly. I also set myself a lot of reminders and calendar events to stay organized! Thank you, Dawn, for sharing your insights with us and for promoting the credit union difference in our community!

I recently saw an article where Aviva CEO Amanda Blanc is spearheading an ambitious initiative to enhance diversity in senior leadership positions. In a recent session with MPs, Blanc revealed that final approval is now required from her and the chief people officer for senior white male recruits. This underscores Aviva's dedication to dismantling gender bias in the UK's financial services sector. As Aviva's inaugural female CEO, Blanc underscores the significance of ensuring a fair and diverse recruitment process. This step isn't rooted in mistrust but in ensuring that every hire is made with inclusivity at the forefront, steering clear of the traditional old boys' network approach. Aviva's policy involves a meticulous review if the preferred candidate for a senior role doesn't contribute to a diverse workforce. This aligns seamlessly with the company's dual focus on securing top talent while fostering an environment that celebrates differences. Blanc, a prominent figure on BP's board, shared insights into the prevalent sexism in the UK financial services sector during the hearing. She emphasized the need for accountability and a robust process for addressing harassment allegations, ensuring that women feel empowered to speak up. Aviva's commitment transcends recruitment, with Blanc championing the Women in Finance Charter initiative. She firmly believes that increasing the representation of women in senior management roles is a pivotal step towards eradicating systemic issues in the industry. If you share the same passion as Amanda and want to ensure that you are taking the right steps in attracting and retaining the top performing diverse talent for the business critical leadership roles in your organisation the I might be able to help. After all, over 57% of our hires since 2017 have been from diverse candidates. to find out more, simply click the link below and we can discuss how I can help you https://lnkd.in/daF3S5GA https://lnkd.in/diZdKzyu

Goldman Sachs Group Inc. has made a surprising change to its “Possibilities Summit” for Black college students: It’s opened the program to White students. At Bank of America Corp., certain internal programs that used to focus on women and minorities have been broadened to include everyone. And at Bank of New York Mellon Corp., executives are being urged to reconsider hard metrics for workforce diversity. Lose them, lawyers have advised. This is what diversity, equity and inclusion looks like on Wall Street today: anxious, fraught – and changing fast. Read more about how it today in our `Big Take':