ICMA Future Leaders (IFL) is designed to benefit the younger generation of capital market professionals in ICMA’s membership, connecting them with the services and networking opportunities which can enhance their skills and careers.
It is led by a steering committee that provides the Association with guidance and input on how best to communicate with the younger generation working in the debt capital markets, organising events and other initiatives to cultivate this community.
IFL is here not only to bridge the gap - to help young professionals to navigate and find their way in the complex world of capital markets - but also to make a positive impact on careers through its various initiatives.
IFL focuses on four core areas and getting involved starts with you!
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Networking
 Networking face to face events in the respective regions
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Training
 Support and guide young professionals towards Education & Training
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Mentoring
 Coffee Connection sessions - Connecting future leaders with senior members of the ICMA community |
Brainstorming
 Participate in the IFL Essay Competition
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IFL News
30 September: Empowering the Next Generation in Finance
ICMA Future Leaders Austria invites finance and banking professionals to join the next ICMA Future Leaders regional networking event.
This inaugural event will bring together young professionals and seasoned leaders in the finance and banking sectors, all under the inspiring theme of leadership and empowerment.
The keynote speech "Brave New Leadership - Empowering the Next Generation in Finance" will be delivered by Katja Bauer, a managing director, trainer and coach at Synergy, with a passion for helping people implement transformation. Following the keynote, a panel discussion featuring industry leaders will share insights on strategies for developing and empowering young talent, bridging the gap between leadership and management, and self-leadership skills for young professionals.
11 June: Enter the ICMA Future Leaders Essay Competition
Professionals with a maximum of 8 years experience in financial markets and who currently work for ICMA member firms are invited to take part in the ICMA Future Leaders (IFL) essay competition on the theme of ‘Navigating the future of finance: Transforming capital markets for new talent’.
Find out more and how to enter
For more information on how you can access and get involved, follow the ICMA Future Leaders LinkedIn page, and sign up to our newsletter to stay informed.
You may also contact futureleaders@icmagroup.org or your regional representatives from the Committee members tab.
ICMA Future Leaders is led by a steering committee composed of individuals drawn from ICMA member firms from Europe, Asia Pacific and Africa. Members of this committee are as follows:
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Ezien Hoo |
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| Austria | ||
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Alexander Schierlinger |
Katsiaryna Souvandjiev |
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| Belgium | ||
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Astrid De Schryver Sustainable Finance Solutions Expert |
Sébastien Van Campenhoudt Head of Chairman Office |
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| France | ||
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Alina ShaptefratsFixed Income Product Manager |
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| Germany | ||
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Maximilian Klinkenbusch |
Samira Lampe |
Oliver Pilz |
| Iberia | ||
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Mercedes Badía Ortega |
Carlos Soler Martin |
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| Italy | ||
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Viviana Massari |
Marta Molteni |
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| Ireland | ||
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Neal BreslinOf Counsel |
Hannah MalikGlobal Banking & Markets Internal Control |
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| Luxembourg | ||
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Camilo Realpe |
Jean-François Thielens |
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| Netherlands | ||
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Majoke Hegen |
Piotr Pasterny |
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| Nordics | ||
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Anna Reuterskiöld |
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| South Africa | ||
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Rhulane Mahane |
Prudence Zitha |
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| Switzerland & Liechtenstein | ||
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Charlotte Müller |
Ingo Stössel |
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| UK | ||
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Alexander Malitsky |
Thomas Capon |
Michael Sansen |
| West Africa | ||
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Odinaka Linus-Nwokonkwo |
Chukwuebuka Ikem |
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In order to facilitate the communication within this community, ICMA members have nominated their main representative for ICMA Future Leaders:
