Women in M&A supported by Ansarada

In the male-dominated world of finance, it is an irony the globe’s most powerful financier is a woman: Janet Yellen. Ms Yellen is chair of the Board of Governors of the Federal Reserve System. But no major investment bank’s chief executive or head of mergers and acquisitions is a woman.

The lack of women in management roles

Catalyst, an organization that aims to expand opportunities for women, found women made up just 15 percent of executive and senior level managers in U.S. investment banking and securities dealing industries in 2009. That was down from 16 per cent in 2008 and 18 per cent in 2007.

Women in mergers and acquisitions 

Ansarada, the only digital platform designed exclusively for M&A,  invited a group of senior and junior women M&A dealmakers to a champagne dinner in Sydney on 20 November 2014 with Louis Vuitton.

 “I’ve had the good fortune to meet many amazing women who work in the M&A industry and we understand the additional pressures they can face in their career,” says Ansarada chief executive Sam Riley.

With the underrepresentation of women in merger and acquisition leadership roles comes unique challenges for career progression. Women in these positions are struggling to overcome the hurdles of becoming successful in M&A. 

Ansarada’s inclusive culture

Women make up half of Ansarada's senior management team. The company was cofounded in 2005 by two women: chief financial officer Rachel Riley and Daphne Chang along with Mr Riley and Andrew Slavin, ansarada’s chief technology officer. “Today’s marketplace increasingly values leaders who are transparent, inclusive and compassionate,” says Mr Riley.

“These values and others like listening, networking and a nurturing nature are all natural traits women typically exhibit much more strongly than men. You see those values in action in any leader bringing about authentic long lasting positive change to an organization,” Mr Riley adds.

“The lack of women in the ranks of leadership across business and investment banking is from a lack of momentum of days past. It must change and Ansarada is passionate about praising the women already there at the table and supporting the up and coming trail blazers on their journey too."

Join us in reshaping the industry by embracing diversity and supporting the success of women in M&A and the future of investment bankers.

M&A women supported by Ansarada

The underrepresentation of women in M&A leadership roles is a pressing issue, but Ansarada is leading by example with an inclusive culture and a senior management team of 50% women.

As we recognize the unique challenges women face in advancing their careers, we invite M&A professionals to leverage Ansarada's virtual data rooms, designed exclusively for M&A transactions, empowering women to navigate deals securely and efficiently. 

FAQs

How can diversity and inclusion be promoted within the mergers and acquisitions sector?

To foster diversity and inclusion in M&A, companies can implement inclusive hiring practices, provide mentorship and networking opportunities, offer diversity training, and encourage diverse perspectives in decision-making.

What is the current representation of women in mergers and acquisitions?

Women remain underrepresented in mergers and acquisitions, especially in leadership roles. Efforts to attract, retain, and promote women in deal-making positions are necessary to address this gender disparity.

What is the National Women in M&A Network?

The National Women in M&A Network is a professional organization dedicated to advancing women's roles in the industry. Through networking, mentorship, and resources, it supports the career development of women in M&A, aiming to promote greater gender diversity and inclusion.