True Story London Podcast 12 - A Complicated Honour w/Ayanda Tambo
Nov 15, 2023
Ayanda Tambo shares her surreal experience of receiving an award from Boris Johnson as part of the 10,000 Black Interns program. Currently working in investment management, Ayanda discusses the complexities of recognition in a politically charged environment. She navigates her career aspirations during the pandemic, highlighting the importance of diversity in finance. Ayanda emphasizes the need for allyship and representation while balancing personal ambitions with societal expectations and reflections on her journey as a Black intern.
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Award Night At Downing Street
- Ayanda Tambo shared her surreal experience receiving an award at Downing Street presented by Boris Johnson.
- She was shocked to be chosen among 29 nominees for the Alexander Paul Award honoring creativity and leadership.
Changing Views on Finance Careers
- Initial assumptions about finance careers being boring and elitist were challenged through internships.
- Exposure to economic discussions and career events shifted Ayanda's perspective positively towards investment management.
Honored Yet Tokenized Experience
- Receiving an award at Downing Street sparked conflicting feelings of honor and tokenism.
- The event highlighted contradictions in societal progress and government’s selective celebration of diversity.