Women in Finance Society: President

I believe I am the best fit for the role of President of UCL Women in Finance because I combine strong leadership ability with a genuine passion for the society’s purpose. I am proactive and comfortable taking initiative, however I also value collaboration and the importance of supporting a team to achieve shared goals. Effective leadership requires vision and accountability to bring out the best in a team, all qualities I am confident I can offer, to empower women pursuing careers in finance. 

I would like to strengthen the society’s impact through expanding professional connections by fostering an inclusive community and building on relationships with industry partners like HSBC. As President, I would prioritise clear communication and delivering tangible value to our members. I am ready to take on the responsibility of guiding the society with dedication, professionalism, and ambition, ensuring it continues to grow and thrive. My reliability and commitment to the society’s purpose will enable me to contribute positively and help elevate the society’s presence this year.

I am nominating myself for this position because I can bring a clear vision for how the society can continue to grow through fostering a close-knit, supportive community for our members. Most importantly, I am fully invested in representing the society with integrity and enthusiasm that make a lasting impact on our members’ careers.

Hi everyone! I’m Amy, a second year BSc Medical Innovation and Enterprise student. I was previously a First-Year Representative and currently vice-president for WinF and over the past two academic years, I’ve worked closely with the executive team and helped deliver the Share the Vision event, seeing firsthand how this society empowers women to break barriers in an information- gap industry. This urged me to take that to the next level as your Vice-President.
My experiences interning in private equity, consulting, and marketing has taught me how to lead teams, manage high-pressure projects, and think strategically, skills I’ll use to expand opportunities for our members. But above all, I’m approachable, friendly, and have always been very passionate about helping others grow.
If elected, I’ll focus on leading the committee to create impactful events, foster genuine connections, and ensure that every member feels confident and supported to reach their full potential. #loveseeingwomenwin!

Hi, I am Christina, a first year Geography and Economics student at UCL. I strongly resonate with the founding vision of Women in Finance, which was created to address the barriers young women face when entering the financial industry. While progress has been made, the gender gap remains real, and I believe our society plays a vital role in building confidence, clarity and access to opportunity.

If elected, I would focus on expanding awareness and accessibility. Many talented women at UCL are curious about finance but may feel intimidated or unsure where to start. I want to introduce more introductory and beginner friendly sessions that demystify key areas of finance, from investment banking to asset management and fintech, so more women feel informed and empowered to explore these paths.

At the same time, I would ensure that corporate partnerships translate into tangible benefits such as skill based workshops, structured interview preparation and meaningful networking opportunities. I would also introduce small mentoring circles where members can discuss applications, career uncertainty and imposter syndrome in a supportive environment.

My goal is to build a society that balances professional excellence with genuine community, helping more UCL women not only enter finance, but thrive and lead within it.

Last year, during my finance internship, I walked into a meeting where I was the only woman at the table. Everyone else was a senior man and I felt slightly out of place. Then the CEO walked in. She was confident and composed, and the whole room shifted. People listened. There was instant respect. I remember thinking: that’s the presence I want more women to feel they can have in finance. That’s why the Women in Finance Society matters so much. Every event I attended left me feeling more prepared.

If elected president, I want us to build on what already works (the welcoming atmosphere, the workshops) but also go further.

1. There are so many events for women in finance happening across the city, conferences, networking evenings. For example, I’ll be attending the British International Investment International Women’s Day event. I want our society to organise group attendance so members feel confident going together.
2. Second, I want to organise more visits to firms, so members can actually see what finance looks like in practice.
3. And third, I want us to learn the practical side of finance. Workshops on things like financial modelling, or what different roles mean

Finance becomes much less intimidating when you understand how it works. I want to make Women in Finance a place where women feel confident, informed, and connected across London’s financial ecosystem. Because when women walk into those rooms in the future, I want them to feel they belong there.