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our monthly networking drinks event on the 3rd Thursday of each month.
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Tickets / registration will be available on OutSavvy.
News:
Networking Event 2026
The first networking event of 2026 has just been announced. Please get your ticket here and join us on 19 February 2026 at Bar Soho.
InterBank LGBT+ Forum Impact Report 2025
Happy New Year! In 2025, the InterBank LGBT+ Forum continued to bring together organisations, allies, and leaders from across the industry to share insight, strengthen collaboration, and advance meaningful LGBT+ inclusion.
As we step into the new year, we’re proud to share our 2025 Impact Report,
highlighting our work throughout the year. Please read the full report here.
Our upcoming events:
The well-received InterBank monthly networking event will return in February 2026. Stay tuned for the date and venue!
Previous events:
InterBank Proud Futures: Celebrating authenticity, inclusion and opportunity in financial services
On 4 November 2025, InterBank hosted its first-ever Proud Futures event; a vibrant, inspiring afternoon dedicated to spotlighting careers in financial services for LGBTQ+ students and allies. Held in partnership with 19 InterBank firms, the event brought together students, industry professionals and advocates for an afternoon of honest conversation, connection and empowerment.
The energy in the room was palpable from the start. Attendees were welcomed into a space where authenticity was both encouraged and celebrated. The day’s agenda was packed with a panel discussion, networking sessions and a keynote address from Dame Julia Hoggett, CEO of the London Stock Exchange. Dame Julia’s powerful words set the tone: “Bringing your full self to work isn’t just good for you, it’s good for business. Authenticity drives creativity, trust and collaboration.”
Throughout the event, panellists shared their personal journeys into financial services, offering candid insights into the challenges and triumphs of building a career while staying true to oneself. Max Taylor, President of EUROUT, captured the spirit of exploration with a memorable analogy: “Internships are like career tapas, try a bit of everything, and you’ll discover what truly excites you.”
Key themes emerged from the day’s conversations:
- Authenticity is a strength: Embracing who you are fosters innovation and trust within teams.
- Inclusion is essential: Every action and decision should be shaped by a commitment to diversity and belonging.
- Networking matters: Building connections opens doors and helps overcome imposter syndrome.
- Leadership is for everyone: “You can lead from any seat, leadership is about influence, not hierarchy.”
Students left with practical advice and renewed confidence. “Keep an open mind about opportunities, say yes and go for it!” was a recurring message. Panellists encouraged attendees not to let stereotypes limit their ambitions and to remember that leadership comes in many forms.
The Proud Futures event was more than just a career fair, it was a celebration of community, courage and the bright future ahead for LGBTQ+ talent in financial services. As we look forward to building on this momentum in 2026, we remain committed to fostering spaces where everyone can thrive by being their authentic selves.
Thank you to all the students, speakers and partner firms who made this event such a resounding success. Together, we’re shaping a more inclusive, dynamic industry, one where everyone’s future is truly proud.
Check out some highlights in the photos below!
Pride 2024 Celebrations @ South Place Hotel
InterBank returns to South Place Hotel for our 2024 Pride Month Networking event! Thank you for SPH for looking after us!
September 2023 Event @ Nobu
Captured by @byNoelYeo
What an amazing night with all of you as we were hosted by Nobu for the first time. We are grateful to staff of the Nobu Bar who took care of us and provided a great space to host. Noel Yeo offered his fabulous talents and photographed our event.
Our Pride Celebration 2023 @ Yard Bar
Captured by @byNoelYeo
Thank you to everyone who came out to celebrate and we hope you had an amazing Pride season. Big thanks to the Yard Bar staff who took care of us and provided a great space to host. We are so pleased that Noel Yeo offered his talents and photographed our event. Stay PROUD and see you at the next one!
About our networking events
InterBank holds monthly networking drinks at locations in the City and Canary Wharf. Make sure you’re on our mailing list or follow us on social media announcements.
The InterBank LGBT+ Forum members also collaborate to sponsor and hold the following events:
- BFI Flare: The London Lesbian & Gay Film Festival: the Interbank LGBT Forum sponsors a film at the annual festival held at the British Film Institute. To find out more about the festival, go to http://www.bfi.org.uk/flare
- Positive East Red Run: the InterBank LGBT+ Forum sponsored the Positive East Red Run. For more details, please see http://www.redrun.org.uk
** NB photos maybe taken at our event for future InterBank communications and/or publications. **