Insights 7 March 2025

International Women’s Day reflections

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Left to right: Liz Douglas, Daniella McDonnell, Stephanie Johnston, Tiina Winnan and Paula McBride.

This year, International Women’s Day took place on Saturday, 8 March. The day is an opportunity for reflection for many of us, so we asked some of our female leaders at Deutsche Numis to tell us what they would be thinking about on the day.

Liz Douglas, Financial Controller, Deutsche Numis

'I'll be reflecting on the wonderful female leaders I have the pleasure of working with at Deutsche Numis, who are all legendary, highly respected women in their fields. While it is key for women to support one another, I believe it is just as important to have supportive allies in our male leaders - which I'm very happy to say is my experience at Deutsche Numis, making it a really special place to work'. 

Daniella McDonnell, Co-head of Investor Relations, Deutsche Numis

'This International Women's Day I will be reflecting on all the incredible women that have helped me, supported me and inspired me both personally & professionally. We still have many challenges to overcome but it is also a day to reflect on the progress that has been made and that together we can make a meaningful impact towards gender equality'. 

Stephanie Johnston, General Counsel, Deutsche Numis

'I'll be reflecting on the progress that Deutsche Numis has made over the years in terms of attracting and supporting female talent, and the privilege of working alongside such an accomplished group of female leaders within the Deutsche Numis team'.

Tiina Winnan, Head of Operations & Transformation, Deutsche Numis

'This International Women's Day, I'll be reflecting on how lucky and supported I have been in my career and assessing whether I am doing enough to support others'.

Paula McBride, Head of Marketing & Communications, Deutsche Numis

'I'll be reflecting on the many phenomenal female role models I've had the privilege of working with over the course of my career, whose confidence to embrace new challenges and back themselves in times of uncertainty continues to inspire me'.