Lale Topcuoglu on Meritocracy

Breaking the Glass Ceiling

In this episode, Lale Topcuoglu, Head of Credits at Swiss Re gives her outlook on what true inclusivity looks like. She provides a unique point of view by expounding on her experience immigrating to the United States. Lale explains how transitioning to this country provided the opportunity to compare her preconceptions of equity in western culture with reality. Her own experience inspired her to claim her seat at the table, culminating in her current position in finance with a global organization. Lale shares how her vision of meritocracy reflects inclusion at its highest peak, and she further details how Wall Street has evolved since she started. While there is more to be done, it is encouraging and awe inspiring to see the new generation push past the status quo. This is a far cry from her own experience and it is gratifying to see emerging leaders demanding and developing a culture of inclusion, belonging, and respect. Join Lale as she calls on her listeners to break the glass ceiling.

Tune in for perspectives on:
• Moving Past the Status Quo
• Retention in Finance 
• The value of initiative