Hayley Barnard

George Town, Cayman Islands — The 4th annual Spectrum Financial Services Conference is set to make waves this year, with a dynamic lineup of speakers, headlined by Hayley Barnard, CEO of Mix Diversity Developers. Barnard, a global thought leader in diversity and inclusion, will deliver a compelling keynote entitled “Global Perspectives: Gender, Inclusiveness, and the Business Imperative”, focusing on the powerful role that gender inclusiveness plays in transforming financial services worldwide.

Taking place on October 10^th at the Ritz Carlton, Spectrum has earned its place as a leading forum for discussing key issues facing the financial services industry. Barnard’s keynote will challenge conventional perspectives, offering fresh insights into how embracing diversity is no longer just a moral responsibility but a strategic business advantage that drives innovation, strengthens corporate culture, and enhances financial performance.

Barnard will explore the ways in which companies can create more inclusive environments, the impact of gender diversity on client relationships, and actionable steps organizations can take to implement best practices for inclusiveness in the workplace.

“Financial services are at the heart of global economic growth and fostering gender inclusiveness is a critical factor for sustained success in this evolving landscape,” says Barnard. “I’m excited to share how forward-thinking institutions can leverage diversity to build resilient, high-performing businesses”.

Paul Byles, founder of Spectrum, expressed enthusiasm about the impact Barnard’s talk will have on attendees. “We are honored to have Hayley Barnard at this year’s event as a key international speaker. Her global expertise and practical approach to gender inclusiveness in the business world align perfectly with Spectrum’s goal of inspiring industry leaders to stay ahead of the curve. The wider business community need innovative, inclusive thinking now more than ever.”

The session promises to offer key takeaways that will resonate with industry professionals at all levels, from leadership to those working on the frontlines of client engagement.

This year’s Spectrum will also examine innovations in wealth management, diversity, regulatory convergence.

Spectrum 2024 is the only conference that brings together industry leaders, innovators, regulators and government officials, to debate and discuss policy related matters affecting modern financial services centres and the opportunities for Cayman.

The full-day event takes place on 10 October at the Ritz-Carlton Grand Cayman.

Produced and hosted by FTS, Spectrum is a ‘must attend’ event for senior managers, partners and financial services business leaders from the public and private sector. As the only financial services event in Cayman centered on cross-sector future industry growth, the conference offers excellent networking and sponsorship opportunities, while also promoting the advantages of IFCs and the Cayman Islands’ financial services sector.

Spectrum 2024 is a full-day event, taking place on 10 October 2024 at The Ritz-Carlton Grand Cayman and further information can be found on the website at www.spectrum.ky.

Sponsors of Spectrum 2024 include: BDO Cayman Islands, Cayman National, CIBC Caribbean, Cayman Islands Funds Administrators Association, the Ministry of Financial Services & Commerce, Catalyst, Proven Bank, Monetaforge, Tower, Cayman Finance, the Ministry of Sustainability and Climate Resiliency, and IFC Media.

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About Spectrum 

Spectrum is an annual financial services conference that brings together the leading industry representatives, innovators and commentators with international governance and regulatory bodies and their representatives to; discuss global issues and opportunities impacting the Cayman Islands financial services industry and; promote the benefits of IFCs and international financial services to the global economy.