Sustainable Wealth Management Revisited: Female Leaders Transforming the Industry

This edited book discusses the transformative impact of women in the financial sector, spotlighting female leaders pioneering sustainable wealth management practices. Through in-depth interviews, case studies, and expert analysis, it explores how these women are challenging traditional financial paradigms, driving innovation, and fostering a more inclusive and responsible approach to finance.

This holistic approach provides a roadmap for sustainable and inclusive wealth management practices that align with global sustainability goals. Perfect for finance professionals, aspiring leaders, and anyone interested in the evolving landscape of financial services, this book is a tribute to the power of diversity and the crucial role of women in steering the industry towards a more sustainable future.

Dr. Karen Wendt is the President of Sustainable Finance (Cham, Switzerland) and CEO of ECCOS Impact GmbH (Cham, Switzerland). She is also a serial entrepreneur, ecosystem architect, futurist scientist and co-editor of the Sustainable Finance book series at Springer. She advises companies on sustainability and SDG integration into risk management and is ian impact investor herself, Her career encompasses leading roles in international management, sustainable finance, and strategy development. She is currently conducting research on social entrepreneurship, stock exchanges and portfolio engineering.

Dr. Marta Ra has extensive experience in sustainable finance, particularly through her roles at Radicant Bank, a Swiss digital bank aligned with the UN Sustainable Development Goals (SDG). During the opening phase of the newly launched bank, she supported it in various capacities, including as Community Head, Head of PR, and Head of Sales. As Head of Sales, she led the bank to achieve a 300% increase in assets under management starting in early 2024. As the co-founder and president of Women in Sustainable Finance (WISF), an international association promoting financial literacy and sustainable finance practices, she regularly contributes to the field of sustainable finance. Her contributions include speaking engagements at major conferences and features in prominent media outlets such as Forbes and Bloomberg.