HOW DO YOU EMBRACE DIVERSITY AND/OR UNCONVENTIONALITY?
Five weeks ago, I quit my very enjoyable, stable, well-paid job in London to explain to my senior management team that I was moving to Mexico to study Spanish, immerse myself in a new culture and gain different perspectives in a more operational career role (which I am still seeking out). This inspired change in my organization, to develop stronger career progression initiatives, and to establish a sabbatical policy for others like me. I also inspired change amongst my friends, several of whom have kickstarted processes to move abroad and seek adventures of their own.
HOW DO YOU EXPRESS YOURSELF CREATIVELY?
First and foremost via dancing - all forms. As a native Irish woman unfortunately I haven’t quite mastered Riverdance just yet but it’s on my list.
Fashion is my second creative vessel - recreating good quality second hand items with my tailor provides my sole inflow of new wardrobe items.
HOW DO YOU THINK YOU CAN CONTRIBUTE TO THE COMMUNITY? WHAT DO YOU FEEL YOU ARE AN EXPERT IN AND COULD GIVE ADVICE TO THE COMMUNITY ON?
As one of only three women in a 60-person investment team in Finance, I have gained a lot of perspectives in pursuing, learning and progressing up through the industry. I regularly mentor young students at the local state schools, and young women at university, on how to confidently pursue the more daunting male-dominated sectors, how to present yourself, how to assert yourself and how to thrive. I take great joy from this and will seek to continue this within the community.
SHARE A VERY VALUABLE INSIGHT YOU DERIVE FROM YOUR PROFESSIONAL EXPERIENCE WITH THE WORLD: