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The Importance of Diversity, Inclusion, and Equity on Corporate Boards: A Focus on Women

The Importance of Diversity, Inclusion, and Equity on Corporate Boards: A Focus on Women

An effective board of directors is crucial to the success of any organization. While the average person might not be able to name an organization's...
Women's History Month 2024

Women's History Month 2024

As we celebrate Women's History Month 2024, it is a time to reflect on incredible achievements and contributions of women throughout history. It is a time to honor the trailblazing women who have fought for equal rights, shattered glass ceilings, and
Healthy Boards = Healthier Organizations

Healthy Boards = Healthier Organizations

Mental health in the boardroom is an increasingly important topic, and there is growing recognition of the impact it can have on business performance and productivity. Corporate decision-making directly affects employees, customers, and other stakeholders. It is imperative that mental health is given appropriate attention and consideration at this level.
G100 Appoints Valerie Dwyer as first UK Chair for Micro, Small & Medium Enterprises

G100 Appoints Valerie Dwyer as first UK Chair for Micro, Small & Medium Enterprises

Her remit also includes sustainability, working towards UN Sustainable Development Goal No. 5, Achieve Gender Equality and empower all women & girls

Three “L’s” to Making an Impact

Three “L’s” to Making an Impact

The problem of lack of gender diversity in the highest levels of corporations, including boards isn’t new and although the problem has long been recognized, progress to address it has been slow...
Blog Guidelines

Blog Guidelines

We're delighted to welcome new Guest Bloggers and appreciate all who return year after year to share posts! If you have a blog post you'd like to add to our site, send an email via the Contact page on our website. Best length for maximum blog post reach is typically between 3,000 to 5,000 words (some reports say up to 10,000 words)...
How To Delegate As A Woman When Your Plate Is Full

How To Delegate As A Woman When Your Plate Is Full

Women make up almost half of the work force in the United States, and women own close to 10 million businesses. Not only are there more women joining the workforce, the working mother has become the...
Got Goals for 2019? Bring Women to the Table!

Got Goals for 2019? Bring Women to the Table!

You already know this: women add much more to your executive board than the requisite leadership, industry skills and exceptional intelligence. Study after study has revealed that putting a woman on...
Leakage in the Female Talent Pipeline

Leakage in the Female Talent Pipeline

Recent changes in legislation and statute on both sides of the Atlantic have focused attention on the female talent pipeline. A raft of research evidence demonstrates that having a greater degree of gender...
The Importance of Women Leaders in the Era of #MeToo

The Importance of Women Leaders in the Era of #MeToo

by Robyn Forman Pollack, Esq. —   The #MeToo Movement has given every organization a choice. Do nothing about workplace issues and face financial ...
Can you be heard from your seat at the table?

Can you be heard from your seat at the table?

You've made it! You have a seat at the table. Your colleagues (all male) congratulate you and welcome you warmly. Then they talk amongst...
I Change The World. I Am An Engineer.

I Change The World. I Am An Engineer.

by Kristen Pressner, IEEE.tv Specials, 2015 — Insightful and wildly popular keynote address at 2015 IEEE Women in Engineering event sharing 3 prag...