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Early morning flight to The National Minority Supplier Development Council (NMSDCHQ) Business Diversity Leadership Summit and had a treat on my United Airlines flight. Women-Owned products matter...but what's the difference?? The key difference with a woman-owned product lies in the ownership and decision-making within the company. The product itself does not differ in quality, taste, or functionality compared to similar products, but the focus is more on the social and economic impact of supporting women entrepreneurs. By choosing to buy products from women-owned businesses, you contribute to increasing the economic success and representation of women in the business world. It also helps create a positive cycle of support, where successful woman-owned businesses can further invest in their communities and provide opportunities for other women to thrive. #SupplierInclusion #Sysco

Some very interesting food for thought for female leaders. This article was written by a friend of mine who recently started working in Executive Search. Here is an excerpt: “Since starting work in our Technology, Media, Telecommunications & Services Practice, no day has passed without someone contacting me to discuss leadership, their career ambitions or me simply receiving someone’s CV. This is to be expected — we work in executive search — and I love getting to know so many leaders, but what is notable is that in the first three months, all of them have been from men. Not a single woman has reached out to me. Not one.”

It's Women's History Month, a time to celebrate the achievements of this incredible and resilient community. Last week, I had the good fortune of attending the Prospanica National Leadership Summit over International Women's Day with a delegation of UnitedHealth Group leaders. We heard about the important work the Lean In foundation is doing to foster women's leadership and workplace inclusion. They publish an annual report which illustrates the state of women in the workplace and offers action items to increase your company's commitment to and representation of women in leadership positions. Access the report here: https://lnkd.in/gzh5jx66 UnitedHealth Group continues to invest in our female colleagues, where women represent 71% of our global and 76% of our U.S. workforce, and 40% of our top management levels of leadership - and growing. To learn more, view our Sustainability Report: https://lnkd.in/gwpSYbY8

As #womenshistorymonth is coming to a close, it is important to continue to amplify the voices of women in the corporate space. I feel very lucky to have inspiring women in leadership roles to look up to here at #travelers. Hear what our women in leadership learned throughout their careers and what advice they would offer to those navigating their own career journey. Learn more about #careers at Travelers. #WomenInInsurance #DiversityAndInclusion

As the consultant working with Generali on this comprehensive program, we are reminded of the importance of investing in women's growth, giving them the tools to navigate their work environment with Executive Presence and the key role Sponsorship and Allyship plays in making that growth a reality. Sponsored women are 22% more likely to ask for high visibility roles and 27% more likely to ask for a raise. When men are deliberately engaged in gender inclusion programs, 96% of organizations see progress. There is a lot to be said for setting and communicating publically targets for women's growth in leadership and investing in the programs, tools, and platform to make it happen! Bravo! #executivepresence #sponsoship #allyship

✨Meet with top industry leaders at the upcoming World Global Women in Leadership Summit in Orlando, Florida on June 6th and 7th! Join us on this unique event as we come together to discuss some of the complex issues that women in leadership roles are facing. Despite modest gains in representation, there is still a vast number of challenges that lie ahead. It is time to step into power, take action, and amplify our voices. 🌍This year's theme is Breaking Barriers, highlighting the idea of breaking through societal and professional barriers, overcoming stereotypes as we redefine leadership norms. Excitingly, we have an incredible lineup of speakers, including Laura Edwards, Lindiwe Msiza, Samrah Kazmi, Tammy Anderson, Eve Logunova-Parker, Amber Vanderburg, Julie Ellis and many more! In celebration of International Women's Month, we are extending our gratitude to all the incredible women around the globe! As a special gift, we're offering a 10% discount code for this summit. Simply use the code: GWILS10 when registering here https://lnkd.in/ezjxX9eS Let's empower each other, break barriers, and create a future where women thrive in leadership roles. See you at the summit! Interested in speaking at our summits? Reach out to us at speaking@evgevents.com to explore opportunities to contribute and inspire our global audience. Are you looking to be a sponsor for this event or explore sponsorship opportunities for our other events? Contact us at sponsorship@evgevents.com to learn more about how you can get involved. #GWILS #BreakingBarriers #WomenInLeadership #InternationalWomensMonth #Empowerment #LeadershipSummit #OrlandoEvent

📣 A Must-Read from my colleague, Caroline Salen! 📣 Despite the strides made in gender equality, she has noticed a significant gap: Not a single woman has reached out to her in the executive search domain in the first three months. This isn't just a one-off observation; it's a trend I've personally witnessed as well. Diversity is not just a buzzword; it's a necessity. Companies with strong gender diversity are 15% more likely to outperform their competitors. Caroline's mission? To interview a female leader every day for six months. 🌟 Let's amplify her message and ensure that more female leaders step forward. If you know a dynamic female leader, point them in our direction. Let's work together to reflect the society we serve in our workplaces!

📅 Last week I was on a panel for Mews to mark #IWD2024. Organised by Femme Palette and joined by fellow panellists Emily Goldfischer, Mary Li and Charlotte Tuck. Thank you Lucie Neumanova for the invitation.   📖 We shared stories from our career paths, each so varied from the next. Which reminded me of another conversation I was having on a podcast recording is that there is no right career path. We each need to make choices that are right for us. This includes knowing what you want and having the right to change your mind. Sometimes opportunities come to you, sometimes you go looking for it and sometime life happens.   🛎 Across the panel was a mix of operational, corporate and founder experience. Some had some great mentors in the early part of their careers, others not so much. Challenges for women included learning to speak up and lack of support for women's career progression.   ❤️ The lack of support or feeling of loneliness is one that regrettably I often felt, and I did not know where to turn. This is why I created the Inspire Community with Inspiring Women in Hospitality . I do not want anyone to ever feel like they are alone.   🗣 The story that stuck with me was one Charlotte shared. She and her husband run the Old Stocks Inn and she said that she just wants to be treated like the men. For example, when vendors come to the hotel, they greet her husband with a handshake and then get awkward with her. All she wants I a handshake, the same as her husband. Why is this so difficult?    #panel #discussion #power #inspiration #inspiringwomen #womensupportingwomen #women #empoweringwomen #empowerment #empoweredwomenempowerwomen #hospitality #passion #stories #sharing #inspiringwomeninhospitality #celebrate #hotels #learnings #experience #courage #solidarity #group #technology #interview #conversation #global #international #diverse #genderbalance

Here is a mismatch that doesn't add up ! 🌍 Despite women driving over 70% of travel purchases and making up 55% of the industry's workforce, they hold less than 8% of top leadership roles. 💼 Research, including insights from McKinsey & Company, shows companies with diverse leadership perform better financially by 15%. Diversity isn't just fair—it's smart business, sparking innovation and smarter decisions. 🌐 The UNWTO highlights tourism as a field ripe for women's entrepreneurship, yet barriers remain. More women in leadership means not only better business outcomes but also services that better meet the needs of the majority of travelers. How can the travel industry bridge this gap and promote women to leadership positions? Your thoughts can help pave the way for a more inclusive future. #WomenInLeadership #TravelIndustry #DiversityInBusiness #internationalwomensday2024

As we continue to celebrate #WomensHistoryMonth, we are excited to share career advice from our leaders. Hear what our women in leadership learned throughout their careers and what advice they would offer to those navigating their own career journey. Learn more about #careers at Travelers: https://travl.rs/3TJ53H3 #WomenInInsurance #DiversityAndInclusion