The Pipeline

𝗧𝗵𝗲 𝗕𝘂𝘀𝗶𝗻𝗲𝘀𝘀 𝗖𝗮𝘀𝗲 𝗳𝗼𝗿 𝗚𝗲𝗻𝗱𝗲𝗿 𝗣𝗮𝗿𝗶𝘁𝘆 Our CEO, Liz Stanley, PhD, wrote this powerful piece for People Management magazine, on the business case for gender parity, in response to Mark Zuckerberg’s recent comments about the need for 'masculine energy' in leadership and the workplace. Liz highlights why embracing gender diversity in leadership and the workforce isn’t just the right thing to do—it’s essential for business success. As we reflect on Zuckerberg’s comments, it’s an important reminder of how far we still have to go in transforming the traditional view of leadership. To truly unlock the potential of the workplace, organisations must break free of outdated stereotypes and make gender parity a priority—not just at the entry level, but in executive roles, boardrooms, and beyond. Read our CEO’s full piece in People Management to learn more about why businesses can’t afford to ignore gender parity any longer: https://lnkd.in/ety9AeSB #GenderParity #BusinessCaseForEquality #WomenInLeadership

'𝐆𝐞𝐧𝐝𝐞𝐫 𝐏𝐚𝐫𝐢𝐭𝐲 𝐒𝐡𝐨𝐮𝐥𝐝 𝐁𝐞 𝐚 𝐁𝐮𝐬𝐢𝐧𝐞𝐬𝐬 𝐑𝐞𝐚𝐥𝐢𝐭𝐲 𝐍𝐨𝐭 𝐉𝐮𝐬𝐭 𝐚𝐧 𝐀𝐬𝐩𝐢𝐫𝐚𝐭𝐢𝐨𝐧' Resharing this crucial message and the powerful insights from our Chair, Professor Geeta Nargund, in her recent letter published in the Financial Times. Professor Nargund highlights the growing pressures against DEI initiatives and the alarming findings from our latest Women Count report, which reveal a decline in gender representation across FTSE 350 companies. Now is not the time to retreat from DEI efforts. Businesses must take bold, decisive action to prevent further setbacks and drive lasting change. Read the full letter here for key insights on what organisations must do next: https://lnkd.in/eS9pbENm

𝗟𝗲𝗮𝗱𝗲𝗿𝘀𝗵𝗶𝗽 𝗦𝘂𝗺𝗺𝗶𝘁 𝗔𝗹𝘂𝗺𝗻𝗮 𝗣𝗿𝗼𝗺𝗼𝘁𝗶𝗼𝗻! A massive congratulations to Linda Worthington on her well-deserved appointment as EIS UK Senior Product Manager at E.ON UK. As one of our Leadership Summit alumni (November 2023), Linda exemplifies the power of investing in women leaders. Her dedication, skills, and leadership continue to drive impact, and we couldn’t be prouder to see her progress. Wishing you continued success in this next chapter, Linda! 🚀🌟

𝗘𝗺𝗽𝗼𝘄𝗲𝗿 𝗬𝗼𝘂𝗿 𝗪𝗼𝗺𝗲𝗻 𝗟𝗲𝗮𝗱𝗲𝗿𝘀 𝘄𝗶𝘁𝗵 𝗧𝗵𝗲 𝗟𝗲𝗮𝗱𝗲𝗿𝘀𝗵𝗶𝗽 𝗦𝘂𝗺𝗺𝗶𝘁 At The Pipeline, we firmly believe that empowering women leaders is essential for unlocking your organisation’s full potential. Research consistently shows that greater gender diversity—both in the workforce and at leadership level—drives enhanced performance and profitability. However, McKinsey & Co.'s 𝘞𝘰𝘮𝘦𝘯 𝘪𝘯 𝘵𝘩𝘦 𝘞𝘰𝘳𝘬𝘱𝘭𝘢𝘤𝘦: 2024 report highlights a concerning trend: for every 100 men promoted to manager in 2024, only 81 women were promoted. Our Leadership Summit programme directly addresses the gender gap in management by equipping mid-to-senior women managers with the skills, confidence, and strategies they need to excel and drive meaningful impact at the top. Focused on peer collaboration, real-world challenges, and practical solutions, this programme delivers transformational outcomes, benefiting both participants and their organisations. Invest in your middle managers to invest in the future of your company. Find out more about the Leadership Summit programme here: https://lnkd.in/eTygGcdK

𝗧𝗼𝗽 𝗙𝗹𝗶𝗴𝗵𝘁 𝗔𝗹𝘂𝗺𝗻𝗮 𝗣𝗿𝗼𝗺𝗼𝘁𝗶𝗼𝗻! Huge congratulations to Alexandra Cliff on her appointment as Chief Financial Officer at Lloyd's! Alex, a proud alumna of our Top Flight programme, has had an impressive journey, joining Lloyd’s as Deputy CFO in November 2022 and serving on the Executive Committee. Her leadership, expertise, and strategic vision make her an outstanding choice for this role. Wishing Alex every success in her new role, Lloyd’s is in great hands! #Leadership #WomenInFinance #TopFlight

𝐓𝐡𝐞 𝐏𝐨𝐰𝐞𝐫 𝐨𝐟 𝐒𝐩𝐨𝐧𝐬𝐨𝐫𝐬𝐡𝐢𝐩 Have you ever wondered why the ascent to leadership for women seems like an uphill battle? As the business world grapples with the scarcity of women in top roles, are we truly tapping into the power of sponsorship to help bridge this gap? Forget mentorship; sponsorship actively propels women's careers forward. Women with sponsors are 20% more likely to be promoted than those without! Yet, sponsorship opportunities for women remain scarce. Without influential advocates championing their growth, many talented women struggle to break through leadership barriers. It’s time to change that. Companies and leaders must step up to actively sponsor women, ensuring they have the visibility, opportunities, and support needed to thrive. 𝐃𝐨 𝐲𝐨𝐮 𝐡𝐚𝐯𝐞 𝐚 𝐬𝐩𝐨𝐧𝐬𝐨𝐫—𝐨𝐫 𝐝𝐨 𝐲𝐨𝐮 𝐰𝐚𝐧𝐭 𝐨𝐧𝐞? Let’s start the conversation! Drop your thoughts in the comments. Read more about the impact of sponsorship and why we need more of it for women here: https://lnkd.in/etdvwPaH  #SponsorshipMatters #WomenInLeadership #CareerGrowth

𝗘𝗺𝗯𝗿𝗮𝗰𝗶𝗻𝗴 𝗧𝗿𝗮𝗻𝘀𝗳𝗼𝗿𝗺𝗮𝘁𝗶𝗼𝗻 𝗮𝗻𝗱 𝗚𝗿𝗼𝘄𝘁𝗵: 𝗧𝗵𝗲 𝗬𝗲𝗮𝗿 𝗼𝗳 𝘁𝗵𝗲 𝗪𝗼𝗼𝗱 𝗦𝗻𝗮𝗸𝗲 As we welcome the Year of the Wood Snake, we step into a period of transformation, renewal, and strategic growth. Celebrated across many Asian cultures, this year encourages us to shed past limitations, embrace change, and move forward with intelligence and perseverance. The Wood Snake is known for its strategic mindset, resilience, and adaptability, qualities that mirror the journey of women in leadership. Just as this zodiac year signals opportunity and progress it also reminds us that success comes from preparation, bold decision-making, and continuous learning. At The Pipeline, we champion women’s leadership development, helping talented women seize opportunities, build strategic influence, and break through barriers in their careers. As this year symbolises growth and renewal, it’s the perfect time for organisations to invest in the next generation of female leaders. What will you shed this year to embrace new leadership opportunities? Leave your comments ⬇️ #WomenInLeadership #LeadershipDevelopment #YearOfTheWoodSnake

𝗛𝗮𝘃𝗲 𝘆𝗼𝘂 𝘃𝗼𝘁𝗲𝗱 𝘆𝗲𝘁? We’re running a poll to uncover the most effective way to retain diverse talent in leadership roles, because building inclusive workplaces isn’t just about hiring diverse leaders, it’s about keeping them and helping them thrive! If you haven’t had your say yet, now’s the time! Cast your vote and let us know what you think. The more voices, the better the insights. Vote now and share with your network! #Leadership #HumanResources #InclusiveWorkplaces

𝗪𝗵𝗮𝘁’𝘀 𝘁𝗵𝗲 𝗺𝗼𝘀𝘁 𝗲𝗳𝗳𝗲𝗰𝘁𝗶𝘃𝗲 𝘄𝗮𝘆 𝘁𝗼 𝗿𝗲𝘁𝗮𝗶𝗻 𝗱𝗶𝘃𝗲𝗿𝘀𝗲 𝘁𝗮𝗹𝗲𝗻𝘁 𝗶𝗻 𝗹𝗲𝗮𝗱𝗲𝗿𝘀𝗵𝗶𝗽 𝗿𝗼𝗹𝗲𝘀? We know that retaining diverse talent is a critical step toward building inclusive and high-performing organisations. But how can businesses truly support diverse leaders to thrive? We want to hear from YOU! 𝘾𝙡𝙞𝙘𝙠 𝙗𝙚𝙡𝙤𝙬 𝙩𝙤 𝙫𝙤𝙩𝙚 𝙖𝙣𝙙 𝙟𝙤𝙞𝙣 𝙩𝙝𝙚 𝙘𝙤𝙣𝙫𝙚𝙧𝙨𝙖𝙩𝙞𝙤𝙣! #GenderParity #Diversity #LeadershipDevelopment

𝗣𝗿𝗼𝗴𝗿𝗲𝘀𝘀 𝗼𝗻 𝗚𝗲𝗻𝗱𝗲𝗿 𝗣𝗮𝘆 𝗚𝗮𝗽 𝗶𝗻 𝗨𝗞 𝗙𝗶𝗻𝗮𝗻𝗰𝗶𝗮𝗹 𝗦𝗲𝗿𝘃𝗶𝗰𝗲𝘀 The gender pay gap for boardroom roles in UK financial services has seen a positive shift, falling by 2 percentage points to 66% over the past year. While this is a step in the right direction, the gap remains unacceptably large, signaling that there is still much work to be done. At The Pipeline, we believe that achieving gender parity in leadership is not only a moral imperative but also a business advantage. Diverse boardrooms foster better decision-making, innovation, and market understanding. To accelerate progress, companies must prioritise: ➡️Transparent and inclusive recruitment and promotion processes ➡️Equipping women with the skills and opportunities to access leadership roles ➡️Creating environments where diverse talent can thrive Discover how The Pipeline is driving change through our bespoke leadership programmes and consultancy services, send us a message. Read the full article on Investment Week here: https://lnkd.in/gvbaE48B #GenderParity #LeadershipDevelopment #GenderPayGap