FT Board Director Programme’s Post

I was so blown away by the Women Empowerment Awards back in September that even months later, my inspiration led me to capturing my reflections with pen and paper. I firmly believe that it is upon all of us to act as allies and contribute to empowering girls, young women, and women from diverse backgrounds. These awards create an inviting environment for women to celebrate themselves boldly and unapologetically and it's critical that young girls and women from all backgrounds can see a path to success. By showcasing these remarkable women, it sparks inspiration, igniting a sense of wonder—the kind of wonder that unleashes our potential in a world full of possibilities. As women, we possess the superpower and capacity to build community, foster togetherness, and support connection. With our collective power, we are creating ripples of change that will have a profound, long-lasting impact on future generations. Together, we are unstoppable. Our strength multiplies in numbers, and our unity as a community is more formidable. We are collectively building the power to effect change. As Jully Black eloquently put it at the event, "It’s not about giving from an empty cup, it’s about giving from the overflow." To all the women out there, let's stand together, amplify our voices, be a community of awesomeness, and extend a helping hand to one another. Keep rocking it, keep letting your sparkle shine, and don't let anyone or anything dim your light. Together, we can raise the hill so that others can see further. Be a mentor, be an advocate, be a champion. Here are some of my key takeaways: 📢 Give back and share your knowledge and experience with others. Mobilize girls and women to recognize their value as leaders and support their efforts. 📢 Understand that we are all navigating the journey to success, and it's okay not to be okay. Be willing to be vulnerable and ask for help. Recognize that the climb to success isn't easy. To prevail, we must stand together, linking arms and holding each other's hands. Let us shift from envy to empowerment. 📢 Unapologetically occupy the space you need to be yourself. Have the courage to fearlessly pursue your intentions and believe in your dreams. Assert your worth. 📢 Understand that life is a continuous journey of growth, and we continuously learn from new people we meet. Embrace others with open arms and invite them into your community. This is the beauty of community-building—it never stops evolving. 📢 Remember, you are the light—shine it brightly and never allow anything or anyone to dim your brilliance. Believe in the words of the song, "This little light of mine, I’m going to let it shine, let it shine, all the time." Read more of my insights in the below link. Congratulations Klaudia Zinaty for your powerful vision in uniting us together! #liftingup #womensupportingwomen #network #community #strongertogether

The success of HOC and HOCP over the past half-century has been shaped by a cadre of women leaders. Today, in fact, women comprise nearly half of HOC’s senior management team. This #WomensHistoryMonth we celebrate their contributions. Read all about them!  Click here to learn more -----> https://lnkd.in/ePF75MRv #HousingOpportunitiesCommission

#DEI is the cornerstone of our mission. During #WomensHistoryMonth, Adtalem's VP of Diversity, Equity and Inclusion, Katrina D. Jackson, speaks to the importance of this year's theme "Women Who Advocate for #DEI" and reflects on the influential women in her life who have shaped her into who she is today. Who are the influential women in your life? Comment below!

American Banker names Kim Fitzsimmons as one of 2024’s Most Influential Women in Payments   Each year, American Banker recognizes and celebrates trailblazing women leaders in the payments sector with the Most Influential Women in Payments program. Since 2013, this initiative has recognized the professional achievements and influence of top-performing women executives who have made a significant impact on their people, their businesses, and the industry as a whole. Read the article here https://lnkd.in/e7KiyTnM

Tune into the inaugural episode of Boardroom Beyond, hosted with Jennifer Reynolds, Women Corporate Directors (WCD) CEO, and Deborah Ellinger,  a Senior Advisor at Boston Consulting Group; Former CEO and Board Member of Multiple Companies, including Tupperware and iRobot; and a board member at WCD and a member of the Tampa chapter. This episode delves into the strides and challenges in achieving gender and ethnic diversity in today's boardrooms. Listen to the first episode of Boardroom Beyond with Jennifer Reynolds and Deborah Ellinger here: https://lnkd.in/gNhPgtKF Have a topic for discussion? Share your suggestions in the comments below! #WomenOnBoards #BoardroomBeyond #Diversity #WomenLeaders

In honor of Women’s History Month, I want to take a moment to pay it forward by sharing some of the best career advice I received: - Everyone - especially people in under-represented groups - needs both a mentor and a sponsor. A mentor advises you, teaches you, and gives you feedback. A sponsor speaks FOR you when you're not in "the room where it happens," setting you up for opportunities. - Try to find work that you think is interesting (at least a good portion of the time!). This will drive you to keep learning, to go the extra mile to help your clients and your team, and to hold yourself to high standards. Not only will those traits help you stand out to mentors and sponsors, but you'll also have a lot more fun. - Set boundaries that work for you, so you can refuel and re-energize. Boundaries look very different for different people, but no one will do it for you. Remember that part of doing the work well is taking care of yourself. #womenshistorymonth #LifeAtWittKieffer #ImpactfulLeadership

It's vital to get more women on advisory and governing boards to represent diversity. The bottom line isn't just about getting more women in board positions just to tick a box; companies with diversity at the top perform better and we all benefit. It's about recognizing and valuing the contributions of women in leadership roles and opening opportunities for them to excel. https://bit.ly/4aQFlHq #WomeninResearch #MRX #MarketResearch

Need board-ready talent for your board? Here is a great place to start. 41% of Russell 3000 public companies still have two or fewer women on their boards. 50/50 Women on Boards remains committed to achieving gender parity, aiming for women to occupy 50% of corporate board seats, with at least 20% of all seats held by women of color. #boardsofdirectors #womenleaders https://lnkd.in/eBuCE4xU

As a leader at Capco, it's our responsibility not only to #inspireinclusion but to also make inclusion happen.

Women supporting women is the basis of a networking group established by female colleagues working across our sawmills and woodlands divisions, which have traditionally had less female representation. As we approach International Women’s Day, we are recognizing the important contributions that women bring to our team. Learn more about Growing Women Leaders at https://bit.ly/3V2IVbN