Careers. Community. Culture.
Lead with Authenticity.
Thrive with the community.
Collectively, we are shaping a future where Asian women are visible, empowered and leading with impact in banking and finance globally.
Our mission is simple: to enable Asian Women to thrive at every career stage. Creating a space where Asian women are fully represented and celebrated, shaping inclusive workplace transformation; so Asian Women can lead with authenticity and drive sustainable impact across global finance.
About
The Asian Women in Banking & Finance Network (AWBFN) is a collective dedicated to empowering, connecting, and amplifying the voices of Asian women across the financial sector.
We bring together professionals, allies, and organisations to advance equity, celebrate culture, and build community.
Vision
To create a community in the banking industry where Asian women are fully represented, empowered, and celebrated — leading with authenticity, shaping inclusive cultures, and driving sustainable impact across global finance.
Our Pillars
Together, we’re shaping a more equitable, visible, and connected future
for Asian women in banking and finance.
CAREERS
Thriving at every career stage with equity and professional growth.
COMMUNITY
Amplified voices, shared experiences, meaningful relationships.
CULTURE
Authentic leadership, representation, and inclusive workplace transformation.
Partner with us
Sponsorship Programme
The Asian Women in Banking & Finance Network (AWBFN) partners with forward-thinking organisations committed to inclusion, equity, and representation.
Our Sponsorship Programme creates meaningful collaboration — driving visibility, leadership, and connection for Asian women professionals across Banking and Finance.
Empowering Asian women across the financial sector through Careers, Culture & Community.
Careers
Empowerment,
Visibility & Leadership
• Speaking opportunities at AWBFN and partner events
• Annual AWBFN impact report
• Diverse Employer Spotlight features for partner organisations *Priority access and discounts to Lotus Leaders Programme
Culture
Inclusion, Brand
& Belonging
• Co-branded campaigns and events across AWBFN platforms
• Inclusive leadership and cross-cultural manager training
• Monthly newsletter with partner highlights and thought pieces
Community
Connection, Wellbeing
& Collaboration
• Quarterly in-person networking events and leadership dinners
• Monthly virtual webinars and peer discussions
• Bi-monthly Reflection & Connection sessions
Benefits
For Sponsors
• Strengthened workforce, brand visibility and DEI credibility
• Access to diverse talent and leadership pipelines
• Recognition as a champion of inclusion and representation
Meet the Team
Upasna and Lydia bring together nearly 40 years of combined industry experience in creating inclusive, equitable, and human-centred workplaces across the global financial and banking sectors.
Upasna, a gender equality advocate and founder of Kaleido – the inclusive talent platform, has led Diversity, Inclusion, and Talent initiatives for organisations such as Google, HSBC, Barclays and Diageo. A Forbes contributor and Ambassador for The Diversity Project, she works with executive leaders to build cultures of Conscious Inclusion and unlock overlooked talent within the investment and finance industries.
Lydia, known as The Conscious Culture Coach, is a transcultural psychotherapist, executive coach, and social justice advocate with a background in banking and finance. She specialises in helping individuals and organisations navigate the intersections of race, culture, and identity, fostering belonging and equity at every level, helping NewsUK, WTW, National Trust and TT Investments. Has also led ERG networks at Fidelity and Investec Bank.
Together, they co-founded the Asian Women in Banking & Finance Network to connect, empower, and amplify the voices of Asian women.
Help us shape the platform for Asian Women in Banking and Finance
As an Asian Woman In Banking And Finance, your insight is invaluable. We’re creating a platform designed to support and elevate Asian women across the industry — and we want your voice at the centre of what we build.
Take our brief 2-minute survey to help us understand the desires, priorities, challenges, and opportunities that matter most to you or your organisation.
Your perspective will directly influence the direction and impact of our network.
Have Questions?
Reach out anytime: hello@awbfnetwork.com