OPEN Finance

OPEN Finance is a voluntary organization of LGBT employee networking group leaders at financial services firms.

Founded in 2009, OPEN Finance is a volunteer network that combines the expertise of our member firm's employee resource groups to drive forward LGBT equality and diversity. Meeting on a monthly basis, OPEN Finance members share best practices on building membership, engaging senior management and straight allies, promoting inclusive work environments, and coordinating events and philanthropic activities.

10/22/2025

October 2025 OPEN Finance Member Rep meeting, the year is not over yet! And we have some big things planned to end the year!

Thank you for hosting us!

07/02/2025

From panels, to speaker series and networking events, our OPEN finance member representatives were everywhere to be seen this past Pride month! We hope you joined us for our event!

‼️Stay tuned for some recaps on some of our events in future post!
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06/22/2025

🏳️‍🌈🏳️‍⚧️🎉Kick off your Pride weekend with OPEN Finance’s annual PRIDE networking event. Join us at and see old friends and make some new ones as we gear up for Pride in NYC! Click the link in bio and register today. See you there 👋🏻👋🏻

06/05/2025

Last month on May 5th, our OPEN Finance Book Club returned!!

Our inaugural book was My Tender Matador by Pedro Lemebel. A poignant and beautifully written story that resonates with themes of love, identity, and resilience.

Thank you for spending the time with us! Our Book Club aims to provide an opportunity where professionals from all around NYC can come together to explore thought-provoking literature and make some new connections along the way.

Thank you for excellently revitalising Book Club with !!

Look out for our future sessions and don’t miss out on opportunity to engage and connect with fellow readers, and dive deep into the world of literature!

05/09/2025

This past Wednesday, in honor of the International Day Against Homophobia, Biphobia and Transphobia (IDAHOBIT), UBS and OPEN Finance Speaker Series hosted a marquee event at UBS’s Eleven Madison Office.

Jake Scrivens, Global Head of Litigation and Executive Sponsor of the Global LGBTQ+ Ally Program at UBS, moderated a conversation with the renowned author and founder of podcast “Making Gay History” podcast, Eric Marcus .

This podcast aims to bring LGBTQ+ history to life through the voices of the trailblazers who have lived through it. Make sure to give it a listen!!

Thank you UBS for a wonderful Wednesday lunch! Thank you Eric for being such an engaging guest! Thank you to our OPEN Finance Speaker Series. Shout out to Adrian and Maxine for phenomenal hosting!!

Look out for more OPEN Finance events.

04/10/2025

Scenes from our OPEN Finance March member rep meeting. We had over 35 individuals present from 20+ firms working to benefit LGBTQ+ individuals in finance and putting on a variety of events to connect us all.

🚨Click the link in our bio and sign up to our newsletter today to get involved! 🚨

03/06/2025

For this month, we have Maxine Cline (she/her/they).

Maxine is a rep for UBS and has been involved with OPEN Finance for 4+ years! They have been elected as co-chair of the Best Practices committee.

“As someone who deeply values community and awareness, OPEN Finance has given me a fantastic privilege of getting to know so many different member firms and the different ways they work to uplift their employee base. As a transgender, bisexual, asexual, and neurodivergent woman, the amount of diversity OPEN Finance showcases continues to make me feel included and gives me a greater sense of belonging in the industry.

You can meet Maxine in-person at the NYC Pride 2025 Corporate Summit on March 6th at Deutsche Bank (1 Columbus Circle New York, NY 1001)!!
RSVP Here: https://www.eventbrite.com/e/nyc-pride-2025-corporate-summit-tickets-1216860124389?aff=oddtdtcreator

01/27/2025

Introducing OPEN Finance Monthly Committee Chair Spotlight!! This way you get to know our 2025 elected team members better!

For this month, we have Debjyoti Dey a.k.a DJ (he/him) 🫶

DJ is a rep for Deloitte/CISSP and has been involved with OPEN Finance for 4 years! He has been re-elected as co-chair of the Networking Committee 🥳

“I joined because OPEN Finance represents diversity and provides a platform where I feel seen and valued. It aligns with my passion for fostering relationships, showcasing leadership, and building inclusive communities. I love the opportunity to interact with people and create spaces for expats to connect, find their community, and thrive together. OPEN Finance’s mission resonates with my drive to make meaningful connections and inspire positive change.” - DJ

DJ, along with Networking Committee Co-Chair have many activities in store for you! Upcoming Events🚨Boxers on January 30th and OutFit on February 1st 🚨

Checkout our bio for more details and look out for more events to meet DJ and other members!

01/21/2025

Keep your New Year’s resolutions going strong with Open Finance and .fit.manhattan as we get ready for an empowering afternoon of fitness, fun, and connection!

Join us for a high-energy Strength & Conditioning workout, designed for ALL fitness levels. This session will challenge and energize you with expert-led exercises focused on building strength, endurance, and conditioning that will leave you feeling strong and accomplished.

But the fun doesn’t stop there! After the workout, stick around for a refreshing booze-free social. Connect with like-minded individuals in a relaxed, uplifting environment. Savor alcohol-free beverages and healthy snacks while enjoying great conversations, music, and a supportive community vibe.

This is the perfect opportunity to push your limits, celebrate your efforts, and unwind without the hangover. Come for the workout, stay for the connection, and leave feeling better than ever!

WANT TICKETS? click the link in the bio!

Details:

📅 Date: Saturday Feb 1st

⏰ Time: 12:30pm -2:30pm

📍 Location: OUT-FIT Workout Studio | Chelsea

🎟️ Cost: $35

01/17/2025

A few of our favorite moments from the 8th Annual Open Finance Forum that took place in December 2024. ✅✅

🚨Do you know that the Open Finance forum is the only one-day, action packed conference that focuses exclusively on the impact that the financial service industry can have in creating inclusive workplaces and communities for LGBTQAI+ and ally individuals globally. This year featured powerful key note speeches, panel discussions, break outs and interactive networking sessions. 🚨

Want to know more info? Click on the Open Finance Link in the bio and subscribe to our newsletter! 📰

09/25/2024

OPEN Finance members proudly attended the Open for Business Coalition Forum on September 24th in New York during the UN General Assembly. The successful event, hosted by American Express, brought together leaders from various sectors to discuss LGBTQIA+ inclusion in business.

The forum featured a compelling keynote address by Jessica Stern, the United States Special Envoy to Advance the Human Rights of LGBTQI+ Persons, who emphasized the crucial role of businesses in advancing global LGBTQ+ equality.

Open for Business shared insights on their upcoming research and programs, with a focus on emerging trends in LGBTQ+ inclusion across Southeast Asia, Central and Eastern Europe, and East Africa. The event culminated in an engaging panel discussion on supporting the LGBTQ+ community in challenging geographic contexts.

Notable speakers included Emma Codd from Deloitte, T.K. Nkwe from Standard Chartered, and Violeta Dudova from JPMorgan Chase, who shared valuable perspectives on driving LGBTQ+ inclusion through business initiatives. The forum provided an excellent opportunity for networking and collaboration among coalition members, reinforcing the collective commitment to advancing LGBTQ+ rights globally.

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