BoWTalks

Good morning and happy Sunday!

Tune in for a jam-packed episode as Shatakshi and Elise sit down with Timothy Toner, Co-Founder and CEO of Vesparum Group.

Tim steps us through his career journey, commenting on his wide-ranging exposure to the world of investment banking gained from his past positions at Macquarie Capital and Lazard.

We hear about his co-founder and brother, Ben, and how the quantum physicist + investment banker sibling duo came together to start Vesparum Group. We then get a comprehensive breakdown of Vesparum Capital and the AI solutions firms Draftable and Affinda and how each entity intricately complements the others.

Tim shares how the organisation’s world-class team operates at the intersection of investment banking, management consulting, AI and data science, making the firm a hotspot for high achieving students starting their careers.

We touch on the impacts of ChatGPT and broader market events on Vesparum’s business before learning how Tim tackles his unique role as a CEO and founder.

Finally, Tim shares some words of wisdom for students and ends the episode with a very special opportunity for BoWTalks listeners! 

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Good morning and happy Friday! Today we are excited to be joined by Katie Hudson, Executive Director and Head of Australian Equities Research at Yarra Capital Management.

Katie has developed a wealth of experience and knowledge over the past 20 years in investment markets, working previously as a Managing Director at Goldman Sachs Asset Management and Portfolio Manager at JM Financial Group and JBWere. 

In today’s episode, Katie shares her experiences in Portfolio Management, being one of only a handful of women in Funds Management across Australia. She also delves into how she found a passion in Asset Management, the lessons she learnt as a Chartered Accountant at PwC and the shift to M&A, Investment Strategy and Equities Research.  She also provides insights into work-life balance, reflecting on her own experiences managing both professional expectations and her personal life. 

Katie offers valuable advice to students beginning their careers and has provided two book recommendations:

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Good morning and happy Friday! Today Lucy and Grace are excited to be joined by a panel of Banking on Women committee members: Lara, Elise, Jordy and Sam! 

The girls have an impressive knowledge of a large variety of internships spanning across different areas including Data Analytics and Technology, Investment Banking, Consulting, and Equity Research at leading firms including Goldman Sachs, Bank of America, KPMG, Deloitte, NAB, Oliver Wyman, and more! 

The episode starts by asking the panel about their different experiences, what the day-in-the-life looks like interning at different companies and how they landed the internship. Then, we take a deep dive into the specific recruitment processes at different companies, where the panel gives advice on resumes and cover letters, the dreaded psychometric testing and video interviews, daunting investment banking technical interviews and consulting case interviews, and unique group interviews. Finally, the girls will discuss the key challenges they faced and how they have dealt with rejection in these highly competitive environments.

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Good morning and happy Friday! Today we are excited to be joined by Kellie Shen, a first-year Real Estate Investment Banking Analyst at Macquarie Capital.

Kellie has just finished her first year out of university, where she studied a double degree of Commerce and Law at the University of Sydney. After completing the summer internship at Macquarie Capital Kellie returned in 2022 as a graduate and so is very familiar with the challenges of applying for competitive internships. Kellie shares her tips on how to get the most out of university life and some of her personal experiences as a young woman in the finance industry.

Kellie sheds some light on the reality of investment banking, giving more detail into the variety of roles and responsibilities which are involved.

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Good morning and happy Friday! Today we are excited to be joined by Jo Masters, Chief Economist at Barrenjoey Capital Partners.

Jo has an impressive career spanning across sectors of the financial industry through an economic lens. With a strong passion for economics, she joins us today to shed some light on the current environment and her personal experiences in the industry.

Jo is a passionate advocate for increasing economic discussion and education, and today shares her expertise as a trusted advisor in economic and policy issues globally. She offers insight into current inflationary pressures and the rising cash rate, exchange rate volatility, COVID-19 and Australia’s position in the ESG shift to net zero.

Jo offers advice to students entering the workforce, some of her key recommendations include:

1. The economist – ‘the day in brief’ email

2. Effective use of LinkedIn

3. Red Notice by Bill Browder

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Good morning and happy Friday! Today we are excited to be joined by Maria Milis, Fixed Income credit specialist at Barrenjoey. With over 20 years of industry experience across markets, Maria shares her expertise and incredible journey in today’s episode. 

Maria has had an impressive career in the financial services industry providing senior sales coverage to clients on Australian Dollar / New Zealand Dollar credit and rates products, with a recent focus on credit and securitisation markets. Throughout her corporate career, Maria has completed roles at Westpac, UBS, Bankers Trust and Macquarie Bank prior to joining Barrenjoey. 

Maria gives us insights into her non-linear career path, talking to the benefits of taking a career-break and living overseas. She speaks to the amazing experience of immersing yourself in different cultures and how her mindset has evolved across the years. 

Maria is very passionate about family and provides us with insights into her early and evolving experiences of work-life balance and fundamentally the developments and strengths which come with the flexibility which working from home provides. 

Finally, she offers advice to students exploring career options at all stages including both those at university only entering the workforce to individuals fully i in the workforce.

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Good morning and happy SWOT Vac! In our final episode of the year, we are joined by Anika, a BoW alumni currently working at L.E.K as a management consultant.

Anika shares her motivations and explorations that led her to a graduate role in consulting. She also touches on how she was able to gauge whether the job was a right fit for her, with her enjoyment of the case interview and exploring a variety of industries being key indicators.

We get insight into a typical day in her life as a consultant, including daily tasks, work hours, and hobbies outside of work. She discusses some of the challenges she faces as well as what she finds are the most rewarding aspects of her job.

The contrast between university and work is stark, and Anika shares her experience of adjusting to new environments and schedules. From morning yoga to taking a break from the office, Anika offers her personal approach to handling stressful work periods.

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Good morning and happy Monday! This week we are excited to be joined by Louise Haslehurst, Investment Director at Quadrant Private Equity. Louise has had an impressive career in finance, and joins us today to shed light on Private Equity as a career option and on her experiences in the finance industry.

Louise speaks about her career, including her move from Investment Banking to Private Equity and the highlights and challenges she has faced thus far working across various stages of the transaction lifecycle.

Louise provides insight into what roles in Investment Banking and Private Equity entail, and offers tips to how a student can best position themselves to break into the industry.

We discuss the negative stigma surrounding the finance industry and debunk the notion that firms make their money at the detriment of society. Finally Louise touches on the finance industry in Australia, including changes she has observed and trends emerging.

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Good morning and happy Monday! Today we are joined by Jess, a fellow committee member at BoW and baking enthusiast. Jess shares her university journey so far, and how her goals and aspirations have changed since setting foot on university grounds (or zoom rooms). It was the confusion she encountered that prompted her to explore the many facets of the financial and professional services industry, and she emphasizes the importance of having a supportive community through the ups and downs.

As much as she enjoyed auditing at the Big 4, Jess was drawn to a career in finance because of its forward-looking nature. She shares her approach to finding a career path that suited her strengths and interest, from taking advantage of university opportunities to reaching out to industry mentors. 

Finally, a busy schedule inevitably comes with the challenge of juggling commitments, and Jess offers insight into how she tries to maintain a healthy balance between work and university. She stresses that finding passion in the work you do is crucial to staying motivated and avoiding burnout during stressful periods.

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Good morning and happy Monday! Today we are excited to be joined by Sangeeta Venkatesan, President of Women in Banking and Finance. Sangeeta has had an impressive global career in the financial services industry, with experience in Investment Banking, Capital Markets and Trading across a range of asset classes. Following her corporate career, Sangeeta founded two companies, including a superannuation fund tailored to women. Now she serves as a Board Member for a range of companies.

In today’s episode Sangeeta discusses her career in the finance industry and shares the lessons she has learnt throughout it. Sangeeta  touches on challenges she has overcome, how  her mindset has evolved throughout the years, and things she has done to maintain balance and give her longevity in the industry. Finally she offers advice to students at the beginning of their careers.

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