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Happy Automotive Service Professionals Week! 🚗 Today, I want to celebrate the amazing women making strides in the automotive industry like Loren Roberts, Director of Marketing at Jim Ellis Automotive Group. Did you know that women represent just over 21% of car dealership employees according to the Bureau of Labor Statistics? Despite the challenges they face, women like Loren are breaking barriers and paving the way for future generations. Here's to all the incredible professionals making a difference every day! How do you think we should continue to support and uplift women in automotive roles as they drive innovation and success in this dynamic industry? #AutomotiveServiceProfessionalsWeek #WomenInAutomotive #DiversityAndInclusion 🌟

Celebrating Women in Our Industry: Vivian Allen Join us for Part Two of our series as we continue to honor and celebrate Women's History Month! Vivian Allen, President and CEO of SigmaPro Engineering & Manufacturing, LLC has forged her way in the manufacturing industry, promoting inclusivity and fueling innovation! We are honored to share her insights on industry challenges, working moms, and workforce development. #WomensHistoryMonth #InspireInclusion #Mastercam - Read her story here

🎉 IT'S A WEEK SINCE OUR MEMBERS GATHERED AT OUR ANNUAL AUTOMOTIVE 30% CLUB CONFERENCE! 🎉 Key messages from the day include: *We need to fix the broken rungs in the management ladder that prevent women progressing with their career in automotive *Gender balance benefits men as well as women - we all win *Female leaders have a key role to play in actively driving change *We must encourage women to be pioneers and trailblazers, to be the first female in historically male roles *Increasing female representation in decision-making and customer facing roles will serve the female customer better *Industry transformation is leading us to need to upskill, reskill and find new skills - we need to seek them in wider talent pools and redesign our job roles to attract and keep high performing people *Everyone has an important role in this transformation - we all need to play our part in taking action, no matter how big or small that is, the collective combination will drive huge change *Project Moonshot is an ambitious project to achieve a significant increase in female operational leadership within 5 years Here's what our fabulous panel members Le Etta Pearce of Dealer Auction Dudley Wilson of Lithia & Driveway Justine Rebecca Bates of Inchcape UK and Stuart Price FCIPD of Zenith Vehicles had to say about the day, including their one word summaries of how they felt about the event. Huge thanks to all our speakers and attendees. We will share more content about our conference next week, and it will soon be available for catch up viewing on our website. The Institute of the Motor Industry (IMI) is the Partner Sponsor of the Automotive 30% Club #FocusOn30by30 #ChangeTheGame #CollaborateToAccelerate #WinningGenderBalancedBusiness #StrongerTogether

"I don't want to be the only woman. I want to be one of many." In a world where diversity is still an ongoing challenge, being the sole woman in a room can feel both empowering and isolating. This video highlights a powerful message: the need for greater female representation in every sector. Women bring unique perspectives, innovative ideas, and dynamic leadership styles that are crucial for the success and growth of any organization. Yet, far too often, we find ourselves in the minority, fighting to be heard and seen. It's time to change the narrative. We must strive for environments where women are not just included but are an integral part of the decision-making process. Here's what we can do: - Mentorship and Sponsorship: Support and uplift women in your organisation by providing mentorship and sponsorship opportunities. - Inclusive Hiring Practices: Ensure hiring practices are inclusive and aimed at achieving diversity at all levels (it's about values not gender). - Creating Support Networks: Foster support networks within your workplace where women can share their experiences and advocate for each other. - Celebrating Achievements: Acknowledge and celebrate the achievements of women, making their successes visible and inspiring the next generation. Let's commit to being part of the solution, not just for ourselves but for the women who will follow. Together, we can create a future where being "one of many" is the norm, not the exception. Video Source: Mercedes-Benz AG #motivation #inspiration #leadership #passion #future

Our latest #thoughtleadership piece in CIO MEDIA March 2024 edition "Most Influential Women Shaping the Future of Business 2024" on top tips for getting your voice heard at the table. It's important as a leader to create the space for all voices to be heard, and facilitate the space, create an environment of trust, and demonstrate the value of respect so people feel comfortable enough to speak up. It's also important as a leader to consider context: culture, what's going on in someone's life that may impact on their willingness to speak, group dynamics, perhaps even a personal trait to only speak up if they know they are right or have all the facts. While a leader has a role to play, it is also important for people to take responsibility for their own actions - including ensuring they are heard at the table. Everyone has a valuable contribution to make - make sure yours is included. Article on page 34: https://lnkd.in/gnh2JfuB #digitalleadership #leadershipandmanagement #leadershipcoaching #femaleleaders #femaleleadership #womenempoweringwomen #managementconsulting #managementskills

Cleary Gottlieb Steen & Hamilton LLP had the pleasure of hosting our alum, Delphine Mourot - Haxaire, last night to discuss her new book, "Take the Lead: How women leaders are driving success through innovation." This is an insightful book that provides plenty of food for thought in looking at your career - and while it focuses on women and challenges women face, its message is universal. Thanks to Delphine and our attendees for such a dynamic discussion! #womeninleadership #takethelead

Empowering voices, driving change! Explore the impactful stories of the incredible women taking center stage at Car Dealer Live, reshaping the automotive industry. From leadership to innovation, these trailblazers are transforming the face of the sector #IndustryLeaders https://bit.ly/43feG3p

Are you a woman leading with passion, innovation, and impact in your field? We’re looking for inspiring leaders, creators, and trailblazers for the Biz Women Awards 2024. Nominate yourself or someone you know who embodies excellence in business! Categories range from Entrepreneurship, Leadership, Innovation, to Women in Law and more, see post! Let’s celebrate the remarkable achievements of women in business! #BizWomenAwards #WomenInBusiness #BizWomen #WomenLeadership #WomenEntrepreneurs #WomenInLaw #BusinessExcellence #FemaleFounders #WomenInInnovation #Empowerment #FemaleEmpowerment #WomenInDesign #WomenInTech #WomenInSustainability #WomenInLeadership #FemaleLeaders #tech #technology #creative #design #sustainability #ecommerce #innovation #WomeninFinance #accountant #solicitor #fintech

"Behind Every Great Woman, There Are More Great Women: A Women’s History Month Celebration...Simply put, this means that across General Motors, there are women affecting, shaping, and expanding our company. There are the women you know, and the ones you have yet to meet – all of whom are worth celebrating...From the Damsels of Design to automotive’s 1st woman CEO Mary Barra, GM has a rich #legacy of #women shaping and redefining the #automotive industry." Source: https://lnkd.in/efg2AUUj "With fewer than 10% of Fortune 500 companies helmed by women, Mary Barra is a standout—and the most #authentic leader I know...A staunch believer in the #science of #climatechange, Barra spearheaded GM’s commitment to sell only zero-emission vehicles by 2035 because, as she said, 'it’s the right thing to do.' An agent of change, her #power lies in #empowering others. She urges women to go for it, knowing firsthand that too often they talk themselves out of opportunities simply because they don’t meet an expansive set of predetermined criteria." excerpt by Ginni Rometty in TIME here: https://lnkd.in/efYVsjjm "General Motors is the only S&P 500 company with no pay gap. The company publishes a gender #paygap of 3% or less in all pay bands (mean, unadjusted)." excerpt and #data from Equileap's December 2020 Report "GENDER #EQUALITY IN THE U.S. Assessing 500 leading companies on #workplace equality including #healthcare benefits." here: https://lnkd.in/eMWENa26 Mary Barra Crystal Windham Betsy Ancker-Johnson Jamie Brewer Doneen McDowell Carrie Morton Kristy Rasbach Sigal Cordeiro Jean Liu-Barnocki Muna Hamza Constance Smith Melinda Gray, BSME, MBA Nettie Seabrooks & Betty Skelton Frankman are GM Women in #Leadership, #AcceleratingProgress & #DrivingImpact Every. Single. Day! #InvestinWomen #Investing #Business #assetmanagement #wealthmanagement #talent #Innovation #inclusion #money #cultureofmoney

Empowered Women Empower Women!   I'm incredibly proud to celebrate Susan, who has just been recognized in our company's monthly Employee Spotlight at LIQUI MOLY USA Inc. !   Almost three years ago as I was building out LIQUI MOLY's North American Operations and Marketing team from the ground up, I interviewed Susan and knew right away she was something special—strong, direct, fun, and incredibly personable. Even though she wasn’t the right fit for the role which I was hiring for, I couldn’t let her slip away. I got the green light to create a position for her—and I’m so glad I did.   Susan quickly became one of my most impactful hires. She not only shaped my team, but also shaped me as a leader. Her vast director-level experience across various industries has provided invaluable insights that have profoundly contributed to my own growth. As my Executive Assistant, she gave me confidence during challenging situations when I needed it most and helped me build a strong team.   Her tireless work, great attitude, advocacy for fairness, equal rights, and especially the success of women in a male-dominated industry like the automotive aftermarket, inspires me every day. Susan stands firm in her beliefs—it's not about clapping back, but about establishing boundaries and proving our worth, which women often need to do repeatedly unfortunately.   She’s always in my corner, encourages me to keep going, but she also challenges me. As a young female leader trying to navigate this industry, I am forever grateful to have her as a mentor and role model. Who inspires you on your journey? 💬   #Leadership #WomenInLeadership #LIQUIMOLY #Teamwork #WomenInBusiness #WomenInAutocare #SemaBusinessWomenNetwork #WomenInMotorsport  #WomenInAutomotive #AutomotiveAftermarket #AutoCareIndustry #DiversityInAutomotive #SEMAWomen #EmpowerWomen