BBW PARADIGM SHIFT
WEBINAR SERIES

Our webinar provides a platform for leaders and emerging voices in global finance to propose transformative solutions addressing systemic challenges in the International Financial Architecture. Through in-depth interviews, the series explores innovative ideas to reshape global finance, emphasizing ecological sustainability and long-term resilience.


2026

February 17

Building Financial Resilience: Integrating Water-related Risks into Central Banks & Regulatory Frameworks

​In this webinar, Sophie Trémolet joins Prof. Jon Isham and Dr. Patricia Calderon, to explore how to equip financial supervisors, central banks and policymakers with a clearer understanding of how water-related risks arise and the importance of integrating them in financial stability to build resilience. The session will draw on the OECD’s report of October 2025, authored by Policy Analyst Lylah Davies, "Embedding water-related risks in financial stability frameworks", with Sophie Trémolet's bringing OECD's policy outlook. 


March 28

2025

May 2

Financial Architecture Reform in an Era of Fragmentation: Pathways for Progress Beyond Traditional Multilateralism

In this Beyond Bretton Woods Paradigm Shift Webinar, Dr. Vera Songwe, Chair and Founder of the Liquidity and Sustainability Facility, joins David McNair of The ONE Campaign to explore bold pathways for reforming the global financial system amid rising fragmentation. Drawing from the Spring Meetings and the new “Healthy Debt on a Healthy Planet” report, they discuss how to align sovereign debt with sustainability, rethink multilateralism, and unlock financing for climate and development in an era of shifting global power.


February 19


2024

Small changes, big results: 10 small fixes to the global financial system that could make a huge impact – a view from Wall Street

In this Beyond Bretton Woods Paradigm Shift Webinar, Dr. Aniket Shah, Managing Director at Jefferies and Global Head of Sustainability and Transition Strategy, explores ten small yet powerful financial reforms that could reshape global markets for the better. From decarbonizing major sectors to unlocking private capital for natural assets, Shah offers a Wall Street perspective on how targeted, practical changes can drive systemic impact in a world facing intersecting climate and economic crises.


Africa’s Next Move: Rethinking Finance & Governance In a Changing World

As Africa navigates a rapidly shifting global economy, the need for financial independence and effective governance has never been more critical. In this Beyond Bretton Woods Paradigm Shift Webinar, Patrick Achi, former Prime Minister of Côte d’Ivoire and External Advisor to the Bretton Woods@80 Initiative, joins Michael Sheldrick, Co-Founder of Global Citizen, to explore the future of Africa’s financial and economic landscape.

November 20

Zambia: Debt Default, IMF, and the Phoenix-like Emergence from the Ashes

Join us for the second session in our series on Wednesday, November 20, at 9 am ET, featuring Jito Kayumba, Special Assistant to the President of Zambia for Finance and Investment. Moderated by William Hynes, Senior Climate Economist at the World Bank, the session explores Zambia’s journey as a leading copper supplier vital for decarbonization, its debt default, and the role of eco-centric solutions in its IMF-led restructuring.


October 23

Can Bridgetown Initiative Bridge The Global Finance Stalemate?

The BBW Paradigm Shift Webinar Series features leaders and emerging voices proposing innovative solutions for systemic changes in global finance. In our first session, Pep Bardouille, Director of the Bridgetown Initiative, discussed eco-centric solutions for debt restructuring, moderated by Sara Murawski, BBW member and 2024 Top 50 Sustainable Woman in Sustainable Finance. To watch this insightful discussion below: