FT Adviser's Diversity Awards, now in their seventh year, aim to showcase the best initiatives, campaigns and success stories over the past 12 months when it comes to diversity and inclusion in the financial services sector.

This year's Awards will be held on Thursday, 19 June at The Westin London City.

The Westin London City boasts an impressive riverside location and spectacular views over London's historic River Thames.

Date: 19 June 2025 

Venue: Westin London City | 60 Upper Thames St., EC4V 3AD

Timings:

18:30 Drinks reception

19:10 Welcome address from Simoney Kyriakou, Editor, FT Adviser

19:20 Dinner

21:15 Awards ceremony hosted by Sarah de Lagarde

22:15 Post-awards drinks

23:00 Carriages

Dress code: Black tie

Accommodation: Need a place to stay? Click here to find the availability around the venue

Getting there: The Closest tube station is Mansion House (5-minute walk). By train, there are two options - Cannon Street and Blackfriars, both within a 10-minute walk.

Accessibility travel plan link | TFL’s step-free access guide

For table enquiries, please contact Alex.predescu@ft.com

Sarah Lagarde: Motivational Speaker, 80% Human, 20% Bionic

Sarah de Lagarde holds the position of Global Head of Corporate Affairs at Janus Henderson Investors, a role she assumed in 2023.

With a career spanning over two decades in the financial industry communications, Sarah has developed her expertise through roles at prominent asset management firms.

In 2022, Sarah experienced a significant personal challenge when an accident on the London Underground led to her becoming a double amputee. Despite this adversity, she has continued to engage in her professional and public speaking activities, leveraging her personal story to advocate for diversity, equity, and inclusion. 

To find out more, visit: www.sarahdelagarde.com

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