5 influential women in finance share their leadership storiesWomen in all levels of society have faced many obstacles and challenges when it comes to workforce participation and pay equity. Determined women have paved the way for significant improvements, however there is still a distinct lack of women in leadership positions. So what are the best ways to progress further in your career and attain senior leadership positions? - We asked five influential women in the Australian banking and finance industry to share their leadership journeys. View the eBook here: Women on the road to leadership Read the unique stories of these influential women: - Larke Riemer, Director of Women's Markets, Westpac- Sally Kincaid, Chief of Human Resources, QBE- Louisa Francis, General Manager and COO, Client Coverage Group, IB&M, Commonwealth Bank- Linda Macpherson, Associate General Counsel and Member of Banking Executive Team, Suncorp- Lisa Claes, Executive Director, Customer Delivery, ING Direct Be sure to join these inspiring women at Women in Leadership - Banking & Finance 2015, where they will join us in the discussion about advancing your career in this tough and challenging industry. The summit takes place in Sydney on 17 - 19 November. View the summit agenda here: Women in Leadership - Banking & Finance 2015 Hear from over 22 expert speakers including:     Anna Gould, Chief Risk Officer, QBE    Helen Silver, Chief General Manager of the Workers Compensation Division, Allianz    Gillian Larkins, Chief Financial Officer, Perpetual Limited    Jane Foley, Group Executive Strategy, People & Performance, AustralianSuper    Christine Yates, Executive General Manager Private Wealth, NAB    Alexis George, Managing Director - Insurance Global Wealth, ANZ For more information or to register for the summit, visit the website at www.womeninfinancialservices.com.au