At J.P. Morgan Asset Management gender diversity and equity is at the heart of our work. We are proud that in our Global Liquidity business, women make up 50% of our client service team and 35% of our Operating Committee. It’s our belief that equal opportunity is central to innovation.
To celebrate Women’s History Month, we asked members of our Global Liquidity leadership team to share their views
“We owe it to the next generation to not only be bold and go after what we want professionally, but to also help each other along the way. When women support women, great things happen. Encourage someone to share their idea during a meeting, create opportunities to lift someone’s exposure, take that new mom for coffee. Boosting someone’s confidence not only helps them succeed but creates a collaborative, supportive environment, that will only make our industry better.”
Paula Stibbe, Head of Global Liquidity, Client
“Since joining JP Morgan 36 years ago, It’s refreshing to see so many more women joining the industry, specifically in portfolio management roles. These women not only have a seat at the table, but are leading the conversation and driving change. It’s imperative we keep up the focus to ensure the retention of female talent and ensure women have equal opportunities to progress their careers.”
Cecilia Junker, Fixed Income Portfolio Manager
“Having started my career in finance nearly 40 years ago, I have witnessed a tremendous shift focused on empowering women and leveling the playing field. We still have a ways to go but big change happens in small ways, everyday. Investing in women and having diversity in leadership is critical to bringing new perspectives, which we know leads to stronger and better performing companies.”
Doris Grillo, Portfolio Manager
“It’s not acceptable in today’s world to be passive. We need to prioritize inclusion at all levels and be educated on all the various aspects of DE&I. Be active in how you lead with an inclusive mindset, be open to having uncomfortable conversations, and hold yourself accountable. Together we can all help to build the inclusion we’re striving for – within our team, within our organizations and within our communities.”
Jasmine Acosta, CFO & Senior Business Manager
“I’ve had several strong female mentors throughout my 20 years in asset management who’ve all taught me different lessons. One piece of advice I carry forward is the necessity to naturally build your own confidence and brand regardless of gender or other DE&I characteristics. This mentor was confident yet humble; she communicated in a very direct and transparent way, but was kind and dedicated time to bringing up junior women around her—encouraging them to put their hands up and push their careers forward. As an early stage role model she had a lasting impact on how I wanted to be seen.”
Jemma Clee, Investment Specialist