Did you know that on average men have 90% larger pensions and 35% more wealth than women?* Take control of your financial future and join us as our experts delve into how to overcome the unique financial challenges facing women. This event is hosted in partnership with Independent Women part of Forvis Mazars, the UK’s first IFA specialising in wealth management for women, providing extraordinary financial planning, tax and investment expertise.

Regardless of where you are in your financial literacy journey, you’ll gain actionable steps and practical advice on financial planning and wealth management.

Aligned with the IWD 2025 campaign theme, “Accelerate Action,” we want to empower you to make proactive moves toward improving your pension and gaining financial security.

Do you have a woman in your life who you admire, or an ally who’d benefit from the event? Then bring them along as collectively we can drive meaningful change through shared experiences and learning.

The event will feature a panel discussion followed by a networking session with drinks.

Key themes and topics:

• Setting the scene: The gender wealth and pension gap
• Managing wealth and financial independence
• Investing for the future
• Family, partners, and financial conversations
• Career breaks, retirement, and legacy planning
• Collective action: The importance of allies and mentors
• Actionable steps for self-investment

Whether you are just starting your financial journey or looking to refine your strategy, this event offers practical tools to empower you to take control of your financial future.

*Women's Budget Group, 2023

• This event is particularly relevant for mid to late career women seeking to enhance their financial independence and security, but all are welcome to gain valuable insights.
• We encourage allies, mentors, and decision-makers to attend and learn how they can play a pivotal role in driving change and supporting women’s financial journeys.
• ICAS students
• ICAS members
• Non-members

• Fiona Donnelly CAICAS, Director of SustainabilityFiona drives sustainability efforts within ICAS and externally for members. She also represents ICAS on various collaborative groups including the Global Accounting Alliance and Chartered Accountants Worldwide.

• Lesley MackintoshIndependent Women, FounderLesley has over 30 years' experience advising clients on their personal and business finances helping them identify their financial priorities and creating plans which bring their goals to fruition. Throughout this time, Lesley has advised numerous clients with a diverse range of financial situations, particularly for inherited wealth, business and succession planning, divorce, and estate planning.

• Louisa KnoxShepperd and Wedderburn, PartnerLouisa is a partner within the pensions team and has an extensive range of experience advising on all pensions law issues for trustees and companies.