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In today’s world of business, the only consistency is inconsistency, where the most adept leaders will be able to navigate this increasingly complex landscape. Leaders find themselves trapped between the old and the new. Overlapping global crises demand that we break free to shape a better future.  Our CEO Sharmla Chetty and President of Global Markets, Vishal Patel explore how organizations and their leaders can build the courage and capabilities to act on the signals of our new world.  To read their article, and many more, download our free Dialogue issue here: https://lnkd.in/e-rAHxQe

As we reflect on the past four years of our Women’s Month event, the purpose remains clear: to amplify women's voices and create real, lasting change. My journey as a young activist taught me that while passion ignites movement, education and persistence secure a seat at the table. This platform was born from that belief, but Women’s Month is not just about celebration—it’s a call to action. According to S&P’s Global Broad Market Index, women hold only 5% of CEO roles, and though progress is being made, it is not fast enough. As AI reshapes our world, now is the time for us to ensure that women are not just participants but leaders in this transformation. The insights we’ve gained—on AI’s potential to reduce bias and the need to support young women in STEM—are not mere discussions. They must become commitments to action. Gender equality is not a once-a-year conversation. It demands our daily, intentional efforts—whether in our homes, workplaces, or communities. Empowering women benefits us all, but it requires consistent focus and resolve. While Women’s Month has drawn to a close, I challenge each of us to keep the momentum alive. Let us turn reflection into action and build a future where women lead, innovate, and thrive daily.

Our latest Dialogue issue is live! CEOs have faced unprecedented change in recent years, where adaptability has become a key hallmark of success. Our latest issue delves into some of the ways leaders can – and should - embrace change. We encounter purpose-driven executives who recognize the scale of the challenge, and how to overcome these obstacles by developing leaders at all levels of the organization. The global leaders sharing their expertise in this latest issue offer differing approaches to leadership, but each defines what it takes for a leader to steer through an era of tumultuous change. Whether you’re an established leader of an organization, or are working towards that goal, this issue of Dialogue, our final for 2024, is a must-read. Download your free copy here: https://lnkd.in/e-rAHxQe

As part of our new partnership with the The Corporate Governance Institute—one of the leading firms to support existing and aspiring leaders on corporate governance—we're delighted to bring a new webinar on AI in governance. Led by AI expert and Novela founder Clark Boyd, this free-to-attend live session will give an overview on: – Using AI Governance Technologies – Navigating Regulatory Compliance – Balancing Innovation with Control The webinar will deep-dive on other AI themes in governance, including the critical role of technology, practical insights into how organizations can leverage cutting-edge tools to ensure compliance, transparency, and ethical AI use. We’ll also discuss the implications of the EU AI Act, offering guidance on aligning your governance practices with new regulatory requirements. Don’t miss this opportunity to stay ahead in the evolving governance landscape! Register here: https://lnkd.in/ekhc6W3A

Our footprint is truly global, and one of the areas where we’re seeing a significant increase in activity is across the Middle East.       We are delighted to be a strategic partner of Kuwait Foundation for the Advancement of Sciences (KFAS) and look forward to hearing how our program bolsters the knowledge and insight of this cohort of High Potential leaders.   

Today we were delighted to welcome Mastercard's Chief People Officer, Michael Fraccaro, in an inspirational fireside chat: “Envisioning 2030: How AI Redefines Our World,” discussing the transformative potential of artificial intelligence to reshape the future and its important intersection with inclusion. Our CEO, Sharmla Chetty, said: “It is wonderful to have Michael and Mastercard here with us in South Africa at this event, given their purpose and commitment to inclusion for all.” Michael discussed the intersection of two AIs – artificial intelligence and advancing inclusion. Mastercard is committed to bringing people and technology together to drive progress, through key initiatives like AI for Social Good and Girls4Tech, their STEM education program that has touched over 7 million girls globally. This inspiring initiative creates curiosity in STEM topics to help build lifelong connections to the fields. Fraccaro commented “We saw a gap in women engineers and knew we needed to start creating opportunities at a young age.” #WomensMonthSA #HumanizingLeadership

Our event today is for the people of tomorrow. One such person is Jophiel Summer, a local student councillor. Jophiel kickstarted our event – “Humanizing Leadership in the AI World" – with a plea. A plea that we keep her generation, and future generations, at the heart of the decisions we make today. Jophiel spoke beautifully and gave attendees pause for thought on how her generation - Gen Alpha – can provide valuable insight to the multi-generational leaders in attendance today. #WomensMonthSA International Women’s Forum of South Africa African Women Chartered Accountants (AWCA)

🎉 Humanizing Leadership in the AI World – In Celebration of Women’s Month 🎉 We have kicked off our event with a powerful reflection on what it means to become "Real"—a journey that resonates deeply as we explore the evolving roles of AI and human leadership. Our AI World Navigator, Iman Rappetti, opened the event, and we delved into discussions that challenged us to think about how AI will shape our future and how emotional intelligence must lead the way. A huge thank you to our incredible sponsors, partners, and everyone who made this gathering possible. With over 10 sponsors, 40+ speakers, 375+ companies, and 900+ participants, this event is a true testament to the collective power of women leadership in South Africa. Stay tuned for more insights and highlights throughout the day. Remember to share your thoughts and moments using #WomensMonthSA #AIandLeadership #DukeCE

In 2023 female leaders from DANONE SOUTHERN AFRICA attended the Duke Corporate Education women's event and this year we are proud to have one of our very own leaders Thandeka Ngqumeya on stage providing insights in to the fascinating and relevant topic of AI. Thandeka will share her knowledge about the relationship between Marketing and AI and whilst AI has step changed the way we collect data there still needs to be a human interpretation. AI allows us to provide an understanding of what our consumers are listening to, and what goes into a grocery basket, their frequency of purchase, their switching into and out of products, how they respond to advertising messages, we must appreciate and acknowledge the psyche that drives the action. #womensmonth #womenempowerment #womenupliftingwomen

75% of the delegates in the FoodBev Manufacturing SETA International Executive Entrepreneurial Leadership Development Programme administered by Duke Corporate Education and Duke University comprises of women that are working to shape an inclusive food & beverages manufacturing sector that creates jobs. #OurBeneficiariesHaveFaces #FoodBevLeaders #FoodBevLeadersGoGlobal