Earlier this year we announced our expansion into Sweden. To read the full press release click here.

Despite benefitting from a highly educated student population and a well-established investment ecosystem, a 2023 report found that only 17% of funds in Sweden are run by female portfolio managers[1] - which although higher than the UK’s 12%, is still far from representative of gender equality in the industry. To address this, GAIN Sweden aims to educate and inspire the next generation of Swedish female & non-binary investment professionals through the launch of the same initiatives that have generated significant impact in the UK.

GAIN has emerged as the largest initiative in the UK dedicated to strengthening the pipeline of female entry-level candidates into the investment sector. In less than 5 years, the organisation has reached over 50,000 students through its wide range of initiatives including the Investment Challenge, the GAIN Investment Insight Programme, and the flagship GAIN Empower Investment Internship Programme which has places 380+ students in investment management internships. Beyond these programmes, GAIN offers free panel events, school talks, workshops, a podcast, job board and a bursary scheme, all of which aim to educate, develop and inspire the next generation of female and non-binary investment professionals. 

"Stepping into Sweden marks a significant milestone for GAIN, reflecting on the remarkable impact we have had in the UK. With the invaluable support of our corporate supporters and industry volunteers, we've directly enriched the careers of more than 50,000 students in the UK through our programs and events. As GAIN grows internationally, we're inspired by our achievements in the UK and optimistic about replicating this success in Sweden - ensuring that our initiatives continue to improve gender diversity in investment management and empower female and non-binary students to join this exciting industry worldwide. GAIN is open to opportunities for expansion in markets where our programs and network can be impactful. We are grateful to our sponsoring firms in the UK, to our new backers in Sweden, and would welcome opportunities to partner with more firms.” said Tanya Tracey, GAIN UK CEO

“The low female representation among decision makers in the investment industry has a significant and long-lasting effect on society. GAIN’s programmes in the UK aimed at making female investor role models more accessible and providing educational content and real-life work opportunities have shown significant impact already; a staggering 63% of GAIN’s 2023 interns were offered full-time employment in the industry! Sweden’s investment industry is in desperate need for an initiative like this. Despite often being referenced as a highly egalitarian society, the Swedish investment industry lags behind many other European countries in terms of diversity among investment teams and funding to diverse founding teams. I am hugely hopeful for the change that GAIN will bring to the Swedish investment industry and urge everyone who shares our vision and mission to get on board!” said Caroline Hultman, GAIN UK Co-founder & GAIN Sweden Trustee Board Chair 

With the leading private equity firm Altor Equity Partners as its first investment partner in Sweden, GAIN Sweden will launch the same initiatives that have significantly strengthened and diversified the UK entry-level investment management pipeline.

“When we met with GAIN we were impressed by their ambitions, methods and track record in the UK. We are proud to be backing their expansion and look forward to the effect their programs and initiatives will have on students in Sweden. GAIN is addressing an issue that is affecting the whole investment community and the lack of diversity is a missed opportunity of highly needed talent. We see that their programs fill a gap where very few initiatives are active today. Our aim is that the students they reach, educate and inspire become our peers, colleagues and partners in the future.”  said Linnéa Ekroth, Senior Associate at Altor Equity Partners.

GAIN Sweden is actively exploring collaborations with industry professionals and investment firms who share the vision of a diverse investment management industry and welcomes interested parties to get in touch, either by following us on LinkedIn or contacting GAIN Sweden Managing Director Emmy Sendow on emmy@gainuk.org. The official launch of GAIN Sweden is scheduled for later in 2024. GAIN Sweden will operate as a separate entity, managed locally. The GAIN UK team will continue its focus on the UK market, ensuring that both territories thrive independently.

PRESS RELEASE: GAIN UK to expand into Sweden