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🙌 Big thanks to Steve McLaughlin from Financial Technology Partners / FT Partners for including Lena Hackelöer in its Women in FinTech Perseverance & Resilience report! The report includes 25 interviews with female founders, CEOs, executives and investors in the fintech industry to gain insight into how perseverance has played a role in their careers, how they have navigated challenging market dynamics, and what work still needs to be done to empower women and further diversity in the industry. Find out more and read the report below 👇

Today, on International Women's Day, we celebrate the achievements and progress of women worldwide and recognize their crucial contributions across all areas of life as we continue our journey toward gender equality. We are thrilled to announce that our CFO, and executive sponsor of our Snapsheet Women Advocacy Group (SWAG), Sue Sell, has been featured in Financial Technology Partners / FT Partners' new Women in FinTech report, themed around “Perseverance." Throughout her interview, Sue reflects on the challenges and triumphs of her career, embodying the spirit of perseverance. She shared that "With determination, organizational skills, and the right people, the toughest tasks can be accomplished." The insights shared by Sue throughout her interview are a testament to the resilience and strength women bring to the FinTech sector and beyond. Shout out to Financial Technology Partners / FT Partners for highlighting one of our own in this incredible report. As we move forward, let's continue to champion the cause of women, celebrate their achievements, and take actionable steps toward fostering diversity and inclusion. Check out the full report on the FT Partners website and share your thoughts and experiences in the comments below on how you believe others can further support and empower women in the workplace! #InternationalWomensDay #WomenInFinTech #DiversityAndInclusion

📣 COMING SOON: Top 100 Women in FinTech 2024! This March in honour of International Women’s Day, we'll be releasing our annual Top 100 Women supplement. The definitive list of 100 women will champion influential fintech leaders who are elevating the industry, as well as those who are leading the charge when it comes to investment, innovation, capitalising on strategic opportunities, and supporting other underrepresented groups. Find out more below! #Top100 #Fintech #WomenInFintech

✨ Exciting news to share! ✨ To say I was thrilled when the news landed in my inbox confirming that I made it onto the Innovate Finance Women in Fintech Powerlist 2023 would be an understatement! 🤩 I couldn’t think of a better day to share it with my network than on International Women’s Day 2024. It's a significant moment, not just for me, but for all the incredible women out there breaking barriers in the industry. This recognition isn't just about my name being on a list; it's about shaking things up, making space for more diversity, and sparking some serious change. My feed has been filled with mixed emotions this year, with a significant theme being that women are tired of having to hold “women focussed” events. I get it, it shouldn’t be happening anymore. However, when you’re reminded of statistics such as women holding only 11% of all Fintech board seats and representing less than 20% of company executives, with only 40% of Fintechs having appointed a woman to their boards*, it showcases why we still need to keep diversity (in all forms) as an agenda item. For now, a big shoutout to all the awesome women (and allies!) making waves in Fintech. Let's keep pushing boundaries and paving the way for a future where everyone's voice is heard. Here's to progress, empowerment, and endless possibilities! 💪 * https://lnkd.in/edRVdDJp #InternationalWomensDay24 #Fintech #DiversityandInclusion #WIFPowerlist23 #WomeninFintech

Very honored to be recognized as part of the Innovate Finance Standout 45 on the Women in Fintech Powerlist 2023 🌟 This recognition means a lot and caps off a difficult, challenging 2023 for me, personally, but also highlights the collective impact of female leaders in the fintech industry. The journey for female entrepreneurs and leaders in fintech is tough. From access to funding and resources to breaking through gender biases, the road to "success" is riddled with obstacles. Despite hurdles, women continue to defy expectations, innovate, and drive meaningful change in the fintech landscape (and obviously beyond). The Women in Fintech Powerlist sheds light on the remarkable contributions of women who are leading the charge in this dynamic industry. It underscores the importance of diversity and inclusion, not only as a moral imperative but also as a strategic advantage in driving innovation and industry growth. I'm acutely aware of my platform and am committed to advocating for greater representation, empowerment, and opportunities for underrepresented voices in the industry. Together, we can create an ecosystem that fosters creativity, collaboration, and success for all. I extend my heartfelt congratulations to all the incredible women who have been recognized on this Powerlist (as well as the ones not on the list). Let us continue to inspire, support, and lift one another as we shape the future of fintech and pave the way for generations to come. 💪🚀 #WomenInFintech #Leadership #DiversityAndInclusion #FintechInnovation #Empowerment

Join Ellevate Network for a full day ( virtual ) of meaningful conversations on multiple business related topics, including the one below. There is a lot of data around a amount of money women are and will be 'controlling'. Great, and will that result is anything being different? That is the key question I will be addressing. Would love YOUR opinion and if you have any resources to validate your opinion please do share in the comment section. See you June 5th. #events #shemoney #money #womenswealth

On Saturday, I powered on the purple suit to film new creative. Because team Fintech Is Femme is gearing up for the marketing campaign for the launch of my debut book: Fintech Feminists: Increasing Inclusion, Redefining Innovation, and Changing the Future for Women Around the World Then, on Sunday, I saw the notification that Kamala Harris is Joe Biden's pick for the presidential race. It was historic. It gave me a similar feeling I had when I read and wrote my book: Hope. Hope that the world will *finally* see what I see -- that when women lead, everyone wins. I then began to see the synergy: My book is a physical representation that we lift everyone when we lift women (in this case, 40 profiles on trailblazing women in #fintech). And now, we have to use our power to rally behind Kamala Harris. I want to use my book as a tool to do this: to take action, organize, and show that there is hope for our financial system, the fintech industry, and our country when women are at the helm. I'll cover what a potential Harris presidency will mean for the future of #fintech and use my platform to showcase women in fintech who are pledging their support. Are you one of them? Drop your name and company in the comments, and I'll be sure to include you in my newsletter Tuesday night. I already see you: Angel Rich of CreditRich; Sofiat A. of Goodfynd; Asya Bradley who shared that 44,000 women got on a Zoom call last night because it's time to get to work -- and they already raised millions in support for our first female president. Imagine that collective power to raise millions and millions for female founders in fintech, too. Let's do this. 💜

"We expect women to be workers as if they don’t have children and to be mothers as if they are not working." - Caroline Ericsson This is just some of the powerful insights shared in the final session of Fintech Week London, "Women of FinTech," by far the best session of the event! Even more impressive was that this panel of women came together at such short notice—only the night before, Lucy Heavens was asked to moderate and find women to join her. This truly showcases the value a community can bring. These incredible women shared their insights and experiences in the fintech industry, highlighting the importance of change, innovation, and support for women in the field. Tiffany Nana Afua Appiah (who I must say is just amazing) emphasised the need for meaningful change: "I needed to be part of change; I like the idea of innovation. If I am going to do something that is part of change, it has to do good." She also shared empowering advice on leveraging available resources and seeking mentorship: "Within the blink of an eye, you have everything accessible—make use of it. Put yourself out there. If you are lacking, get mentors and talk to people. Don’t be afraid to admit you are missing something but then commit to getting better." Alexandra C. about the power of inspiration and representation: "Being inspired by other women allows you to be in the room where it happens." Caroline Ericsson also touched on the importance of advocacy and inclusion: "If women are underrepresented, make no mistake that black women are too. We need specific strategies and actions to ensure black women are included." Nitika Vyas, CFA, founder of Aila Money, shared her journey to fintech, highlighting the challenges and opportunities for women: "Coming from a low-income background, I didn’t know about finances or saving. Entering finance, I saw just how male-dominated it was. It made me question if I wanted to be the 'alpha woman' to get to the top." She found her mission in closing the wealth gap: "Financial stress is the second biggest stressor. My mission is to close the wealth gap and help people achieve life goals through financial literacy." They encouraged tapping into networks: "Women in fintech, please join and sign up. If there’s one network worth your time, it’s these women." Overall, the session was simply fantastic and one to remember! These women highlighted the transformative potential of fintech, the importance of mentorship and networks, and the unique challenges women face in balancing professional and personal roles. #womenoffintech #fintech #women #inclusion #community #networking #fintechweek

How Women Invest hosted a webinar today, spotlighting Fintech and its impactful role in driving innovation. Witnessing successful women share their stories and best practices was truly inspiring. The future for female founders, investors, and entrepreneurs shines brightly with organizations like this paving the path forward. #WomenInFinance #FemaleLeadership

Over the last four years at Money Minx and Arta Finance, I’ve had my fair share of eye-openers about personal finance and investing. But if there’s one thing that consistently gets my attention, it’s the way we, as women, navigate this space. I'm not just talking about spending or investing. It’s about understanding our journeys, which often include longer lifespans and maybe a break or two for family care. Somehow, these crucial conversations often end up being seen as taboo or off-limits. Well, it’s high time we changed that narrative. And what better way to do that than by coming together with other women who get it? On March 19th, Arta Finance teams up with Nicole Casperson for "Trailblazing Women in Fintech." It’s a space for us to dive into those often-ignored conversations, share insights, and maybe even challenge a few norms along the way. Plus you can nominate a female fintech leader to join the expert panel. I nominated one of my colleagues - although I can think of many who would shine on this stage. Spread the word to any women you know in finance and fintech. Can’t wait to see you there and shake up the world of finance together. #womeninfintech #womeninfinance #womenandmoney