Macquarie Empowering Women in Finance and Technology Event
On Monday 1st of September, a group of Pymble students and I had the exciting opportunity to attend the Empowering Women in Finance & Technology: Investing in the Next Generation of Leaders event, held at Macquarie Group’s headquarters in Sydney. This program was designed to inspire young women in Years 9 and 10 by showcasing the wide range of career pathways in finance, business, economics, and technology. We had the chance to hear from and network with several influential women in STEM-focused careers, including the CEO of Macquarie, and came away with valuable insights into what it means to be a female leader in traditionally male dominated fields. Alongside these inspiring discussions, we also took part in engaging activities and connected with students from other schools. It was a truly eye-opening and empowering experience that highlighted the importance of female leaders shaping the STEM careers of tomorrow.
Imogen Kee, Year 10
The Macquarie Group Empowering Women in Finance and Tech event provided valuable insights into the financial and technological industry. We engaged in activities exploring markets, stocks, and technology by using interactive games such as Pictionary, which gave us hands-on experience. I most enjoyed the networking lunch session, where I had the chance to speak with recent graduates, including one from our school. They generously shared their experiences, discussing the university subjects that prepared them for their roles, as well as how artificial intelligence is likely to transform both the financial industry and the workplace. We also had the opportunity to hear directly from the CEO, Shemara Wikramanayake, who gave us a broader perspective on leadership within such a large financial organisation. I felt very grateful to be able to attend this excursion, learning valuable information and gaining inspiration to reflect on my own academic journey and the pathways I may wish to pursue in the future. Thank you to GBE teachers for coordinating this opportunity!
Arin Yoon, Year 10
