WiS Rising Star Program 2025
article by Structured Finance Association
The SFA Women in Securitization (WiS ) Rising Star Award recognizes and celebrates the achievements of women making significant contributions to the industry. WiS Diamond Sponsors can shine a spotlight on emerging talent by nominating a Rising Star for WiS!
Qualifications
- Female
- Employed by a WiS Diamond Sponsor Firm for at least one year
- 15 years or less of industry experience
- Based in the U.S. or Canada
- Each applicant will need a recommendation letter supplied by an MD, Group Head, or equivalent who can speak to her work accomplishments and leadership skills
- Each Diamond Sponsor Firm can nominate ONE rising star.
Benefits
- Complimentary pass to SFVegas
- Complimentary 3-night stay at Park MGM for SFVegas
- Invitation to participate in VIP WiS Events at SFVegas
- Invitation to participate in WiS Meet-and-Greet Opportunity
- Invitation to participate in roundtable session at SFVegas
- Profile on SFA website and SFA social media channels
- Special recognition banner to include in personal email signature
- 12 months of group coaching led by an executive coach
- 12 months of mentorship by members of the WiS Rising Star Advisory Council
- Special events and workshops throughout the year
For any inquiries, please contact wis@structuredfinance.org.