Women at the Table Collaboration with T. Rowe Price
At our recent Women at the Table event, hosted in collaboration with T. Rowe Price, we had the privilege of hearing from extraordinary women shaping the worlds of digital assets, quant finance, data science, technology, and AI. The evening was filled with inspiring stories, invaluable advice, and actionable insights that left everyone motivated to take bold steps in their careers.
Here are just a few of the highlights:
- Kicki Frisch shared her journey from coding and medical device development to becoming a Software Engineering Manager at T. Rowe Price, reminding us that careers are dynamic and that embracing change can unlock new opportunities.
- Siddika Badat outlined four empowering lessons for professional growth: embrace curiosity, fail well, ask questions, and always seek the “why” behind tasks. Her insights resonated as a blueprint for continuous learning and success.
- Claudia Parera, PhD, inspired us with her passion for AI and data, recounting her academic achievements and career rise as a Senior Investment Data Scientist. Her advice? Follow your passion and seize every opportunity—whether it’s an internship, networking event, or research program.
- Raluca Andra offered a fascinating behind-the-scenes look at innovation and collaboration in equity research, showing how technology fuels her team’s success at T. Rowe Price.
- Bhawana Haritwal introduced Harvey Coleman’s PIE model, emphasizing that while performance is key, building your image and exposure plays an even greater role in career growth.
- Oumaima Benkiran shared her inspiring career journey, spanning multiple countries and industries, including her current role. Her reflections on leadership resilience and adaptability highlighted the importance of confidence and flexibility in navigating complex environments and driving success.
- Gemma Penson brought AI to life, sharing practical insights on “prompt engineering” and how to optimise AI tools for workplace efficiency, drawing on her extensive experience across academia and industry.
- Jenny Wotton inspired everyone with her resilience in overcoming bias as one of only two women in her Computer Science cohort. Her journey into leadership proves the power of perseverance and self-belief.
The evening reminded us of the importance of empowering women to lead and innovate in tech and finance. Thank you to all the speakers, T. Rowe Price, and everyone who joined us for this unforgettable event.
You can see a highlight reel from our event below, and please join our Women at the Table LinkedIn community here.