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IF YOU BLINKED YOU MISSED IT: NO. 24 THE MOST POWERFUL WOMEN IN BUSINESS GLOBAL: FORTUNE OCT/NOV 2024. This list covers other hi-level positions in addition to CEO, like CFO, and more. 55 women lead Fortune 500 companies, about 10%; a long ways to go. But it will increase as a result of more women in med school than men / more women in law school than men / and about parity for MBAs: 50% women/50% men. In this current rankings, 8 of the women are CEOs and more in Healthcare. Here are the rankings: No. 2 Karen Lynch: Pres & CEO CVS; 5. Emma Walmsley CEO GSK; 11. Gail Boudreaux Pres & CEO Elevance Health; 24. Heather Cianfrocco CEO Optum; 33. Belen Garijo CEO Merck KGAA; 60. Sarah London CEO Centene; 70. Jennifer Taubert Exec VP & WW Chairman, Innovative Medicine, JnJ; 72. Reshma Kewalramani Pres & CEO Vertex Pharmaceuticals. Congratulations on moving upward and onward! Dr. Bill Trombetta PhD & Attorney (Pharmaceutical Marketing) (Diversity & Inclusion).

As more women ascend to leadership roles, the future of healthcare is increasingly bright, characterized by greater inclusivity, innovation, and excellence. Women leaders bring diverse perspectives and unique insights that drive transformative change in healthcare practices and policies. Their contributions are vital in shaping a more equitable and forward-thinking industry. Supporting and empowering women leaders is crucial for maintaining this positive momentum. By fostering an environment that values and promotes female leadership, the healthcare industry can continue to benefit from the diverse talents and perspectives that women bring to the table. As we look to the future, the commitment to supporting women in leadership will be key to driving continued progress and excellence in healthcare. #WomenInLeadership #HealthcareInnovation #DiversityAndInclusion #FutureOfHealthcare

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Thrilled that our CEO, Sharon Samjitsingh will be in the spotlight as part of this series by WBL (Women Business Leaders of the US Health Care Industry Foundation)! Stay tuned for more details on her session in the spotlight. #digitalhealth #womenfounders #womenleaders

Clarkston’s Erica Parks Murray, LaToya Lee Jones, and Brandon Miller recently attended the 8th annual Women of Color in Pharma (WOCIP) Conference in Scottsdale, Arizona. The overarching message of this year’s conference was “Unity – Amplify, Activate, Act.” Professionals shared the latest trends, challenges, and opportunities on how to best promote #unity in the #LifeSciences industry, with a focus on six key themes: 1) health equity and inclusive research 2) mentorship, leadership and career empowerment 3) health, wellness, and sisterhood 4) corporate strategy 5) industry and market trends 6) collaboration Here is part one of our takeaways from the conference: https://hubs.ly/Q02YXYjR0 #HealthEquity #WOCIP

At #WOCIP's opening session yesterday, Charlotte Jones-Burton, MD, MS emphasized the importance of #unity, #amplification, and #action in advancing #healthequity. She highlighted the challenges faced by women, particularly #womenofcolor, in the workplace and #healthcare system and encouraged attendees to use their collective power to drive positive change and create a more equitable future. Key Takeaways: 1. #PersonalExperienceandEmpathy: Charlotte shared a deeply personal experience to illustrate the importance of women's health and the challenges faced by women, particularly in accessing quality healthcare. 2. #UnityandCollectiveAction: Charlotte emphasized the power of unity and collective action in addressing systemic inequalities in healthcare and the workplace. 3. #AdvancingHealthEquity: The WOCIP conference aims to advance health equity by amplifying the voices of the underserved, activating solutions, and acting with urgency and intention. 4. #EmpoweringWomenLeaders: Charlotte encouraged women to embrace their leadership potential, build strong networks, and support one another in their professional and personal lives. Follow along as we share updates from the Women of Color in Pharma (WOCIP) 8th Annual Conference in Scottsdale, AZ! Our team at Clarkston would love to continue the conversation as well - you can reach us here: https://lnkd.in/gsErzNmf Erica Parks Murray, LaToya Lee Jones, Brandon Miller

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At Optum, we are building an organization – a community of people who, together, can truly transform health care. In this journey, diverse teams and leadership, including women, are playing a transformative role. Overall, we are proud of the momentum of women in the health care industry and continue to highlight success stories and spread best practices. For areas that still lag, we continue to remove barriers and address issues that matter. More in this The Economic Times Insights feature. #optum #unitedhealthgroup #diversityequityinclusion Abhishek Kumar Amit Vaish Anindya Datta Ashish Madan Chetan Bulsari Harish Gudi Rohit Agarwal Sameer Bansal Surinder Singh Swati Rangachari

Thanks American College of Healthcare Executives for a great session in the Women's Healthcare Leaders Series featuring Carla Braxton MD, MBA,FACS, FACHE. Openly discussing experiences that are unique to women healthcare leaders is important and empowering. If you are a member of ACHE, make sure to take advantage of these learning opportunities (and if you are in healthcare, join ACHE). #lifelonglearner #ACHE #FACHE #womenleaders