DC Advisory UK becomes first investment banking partner for The 93% Club focused on improving opportunities for state educated talent

The partnership sees DC Advisory become a corporate member of 93% Professionals - the UK’s first and only network for state educated professionals and is part of DC Advisory’s wider commitment to UN Sustainable Development Goal 10: Reducing Inequalities. The partnership will provide:

• Guidance and support for The 93% Club members around career development and industry knowledge from a readymade network of professionals
• Mentorship opportunities for leaders within DC Advisory to pay it forward to the next generation of talent
• Networking opportunities to build connections in the city, including introductions and opportunities for future career success

This partnership is a critical part of ensuring the firm’s mission to create an inclusive workplace with reduced barriers to entry, is authentic and is an important and necessary commitment to improving social mobility in investment banking.

Tim Morris, CEO, DC Advisory UK, commented: “As a business we are committed to ensuring a diverse workforce in all respects. We recognise that a significant part of what we do relies on establishing strong external networks, which we know is frequently built on cultural affinity. This partnership is designed to level the playing field for our state-educated employees, while also providing opportunities and support for the next generation of state-educated talent. We’re delighted to launch the partnership and look forward to putting it into action to make a difference.”

Sophie Pender, Founder and CEO of the 93% Club, commented: “Investment banking has historically been notorious for its ‘network’ driven nature and has had significant challenges in ensuring that those from lower socioeconomic backgrounds are set up for success once they enter the doors. We’re delighted to welcome DC Advisory as members of this game changing network. Together we will build on our mission to ensure that the school you went to, the family you were born into, or the areas you were born has no impact on ability to access the support your need to excel in your career.”

About DC Advisory

DC Advisory is an international investment bank committed to making a difference. As part of an established global business, we offer access to over 750 professionals in 24 locations throughout Asia, Europe, and the US. Across 11 industry focused teams, we offer tailored, independent advice on M&A, debt raisings and restructurings, private capital, and access to unrivalled Asia investment knowledge. For more information, visit http://www.dcadvisory.com/aboutus

About The 93% Club

The 93% Club is a members’ club for people who went to state schools. Its mission is to empower state educated people to realise their ambitions by leveraging the power of community. The 93% Club has taken the centuries-old concept of exclusive and elusive old boys' networks and created an alternative: the UK’s least exclusive members’ club – redistributing influence and opportunities back into the hands of the 93%.

The 93% Professionals’ arm of the business mobilises state-educated professionals and allies across the UK through its online platform and events providing access to a readymade network of professionals to assist with improving career development opportunities for 93% Professionals members.

Learn more at www.93percent.club