Episode 8: Diversity and Derivatives

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The financial industry has increased its focus on improving gender diversity in the workforce in recent years, but there is still a long way to go. How can firms gain momentum in tackling this issue and what impact has the coronavirus pandemic had on diversity initiatives? PIMCO’s Tracey Jordal and Amanda Pullinger from 100 Women in Finance give their perspectives.

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