Michela Silvestri Champions Women’s Advancement in Digital Finance. Look at New Initiatives Set to Impact the Industry in 2024

Michela Silvestri highlighted the role of digital assets in shaping the economy of the future

US/NY – February 14, 2024 —

Michela Silvestri, a prominent figure in the digital finance industry, has consistently championed the advancement of women’s presence within the sector. Her recent involvement in several initiatives underscores the recent progress being made in empowering women.

Despite strides in gender equality across different industries, the digital financial sector faces a significant gender gap. It is crucial to enhance the representation of women in corporate roles, not only in traditional finance but also in the digital assets space. The persistent underrepresentation in finance and technology emphasizes the urgent need for concerted efforts to bridge this gap and promote inclusivity.

Several acclaimed female leaders are driving efforts to challenge this status quo, with Michela Silvestri standing out among them. Michela is a pioneering female leader advocating for the integration of digital assets within the global financial policy agenda, using her influence to educate firms on the positive economic prospects of this cutting-edge technology. 

Michela is a prominent female figure in the asset management landscape, boasting a distinguished career that began as the Business Development Manager at Huobi Global, where she spearheaded institutional business development initiatives for EMEA, while also managing investor relationships for the firm. In her current role as the Business Development Manager for the largest crypto exchange, she actively participates in initiatives to attract over a billion users to Web3. She collaborates with several communities like UN Women, London Women in Web3 and Women in Web3, with the mission of promoting the transformative potential that this technology holds for the economy.

In a recent piece, Michela shares insights into her journey and the inspiration fueling her efforts to empower women within the financial sector: 

“When I embarked on my finance career over six years ago, I found myself in a solitary journey of self-building. There were no mentors, no shortcuts, and no guiding hand to elevate my skills. It was a lonely path. Even today, as I attend crypto asset management conferences, I often find myself as the sole female professional in the room. Those experiences fuel my motivation to empower more women to enter this space”

“I constantly find myself pondering these questions: How frequently are they invited to contribute their insights as speakers on financial-focused panels? What is the representation of women in leadership positions within hedge funds and prop firms operating in the digital assets space? The reality is that this disparity persists not only within traditional finance (TradFi) but has also permeated into the digital assets space”

Many initiatives can be applied to achieve gender equality in Web3 and financial services, according to Silvestri, some of them are:

• Leadership development programs for women.
• Collaboration for industry-wide change. Financial firms and educational institutions should unite to exchange best practices, establish industry standards, and jointly tackle challenges and opportunities related to gender diversity. Women in Tech’s new academy is an excellent example of this. 
• Joining multiple support networks and C-Level communities like LWLW3 and Women in Web3.
• Highlighting success stories of women in financial and asset management roles to inspire the next generation of professionals.

She emphasizes that the digital financial sector presents abundant opportunities, and the noticeable absence of women underscores the imperative for collective action. Women in this field should unite, collaborate, and serve as inspirations to encourage others to pursue careers in finance.

Silvestri finishes by highlighting “We all have a role to play. The inclusion of women in the digital financial sector stands as a potent catalyst capable of propelling not only gender equality but also fostering corporate earnings, economic growth, and narrowing income disparities. Yet, progress remains elusive unless we consistently and proactively confront this urgent issue. It needs collective efforts, encouraging collaboration to effectively bridge the existing gap and pave the way for a more inclusive and equitable financial landscape”

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