Breaking barriers: Challenges and opportunities for women in financial advice

In honour of International Women's Day, host Maja Garaca Djurdjevic sits down with Naomi Christopher, the head of marketing and public relations at Lonsec, to delve into the challenges and opportunities that women face in the world of financial advice. The conversation focuses on the importance of diverse voices and thoughts in the industry, the setbacks women faced due to the pandemic, and the role of financial literacy in bridging the gender pay gap. Ms Christopher shares her 13-year journey in the industry, offering valuable insights and perspectives gained from working across various parts of the finance world, including technology, research, and investment management. She speaks passionately about the challenges women face in financial advice and how to overcome them, all while encouraging diverse voices and thoughts in the industry. Moreover, Ms Christopher advocates for the importance of diverse voices and inclusion in the financial services industry, believing that a diversity of thought is critical to success, not only in financial advice but in all sectors. Overall, this episode of "The ifa Show" offers insights into the challenges and opportunities facing women in financial advice and serves as a reminder of the importance of elevating diverse voices.