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The 10th annual Women in the Workplace report reveals both progress and challenges in corporate America. Women now hold 29% of C-suite roles, up from 17% in 2015. However, this progress is fragile, with only 7% of these roles held by women of color. The increase in female leadership is often due to the expansion of C-suite roles rather than intentional policy changes - companies must adopt sustainable strategies to ensure true equity and diversity. The journey to parity is predicted to take 50 years, which, as Lean In’s Editor-in-Chief, Caroline Fairchild, stated at the Women in Work Summit, is far too long. With focused efforts, this timeline could be shortened. We have a responsibility to keep fighting for the next generation of women in work. #WomenInWork #WiWSummitUS #SupportingWomen #GenderParity

In many organizations, 60% of management roles are filled by men, leaving only 40% for women. This imbalance means fewer women have the opportunity to climb to senior positions, leading to a dwindling representation of women at higher levels. Let's talk about changing the game. #LeadershipDiversity #WomenInBusiness

Research indicates that corporate America promotes men at 30% higher rates than women during their early career stages and that entry-level women are significantly more likely than men to have spent five or more years in the same role. The data suggests we fall short in translating top-level commitment into a truly inclusive work environment. Men, learn how to champion change, impact your organization, and support the talented women around you. https://ow.ly/wix050QZVZp #maleallyship #DSO #dentalindustry #womenleaders Women In DSO®

Investing in women is crucial to accelerating growth, yet women still face significant barriers in the workplace. Did you know that women CEOs are below 5%, and in other senior roles, women make up only about 10%? Even at the mid-level, women hold less than 15% of positions across sectors. This is a clear indication of an inherent trend of women taking supporting roles instead of core functions. As we celebrate this year’s International Women’s Day, let’s reflect on where we are investing our efforts when it comes to women. It's time to #beSeen and #beHeard.

There are still mid-market businesses that have no women in senior leadership positions. How long will it take to accelerate progress and achieve parity? Find the answers in our soon-to-be released Women in Business report. 📝 Sign up now and be one of the first to receive it. http://grnt.tn/vjW #WomenInBusiness #DEI #IWD2024

October is recognized as Women’s History Month with a focus on the theme of "Women at Work: Economic Growth Past, Present and Future." It's an opportunity to recognize and honour the contributions of women in the workforce and to reflect on their impact on economic growth throughout history, in the present day, and for the future. #carreconomy #herstory #Trailblazers #WomeninTrades #WomeninLeadership

Data shows business is better when more women have seats at the table! On International Women's Day, we’re celebrating the contributions of women and their impact on the workplace. Here are just a few stats that prove how valuable women in the workplace are: 👉Companies with more than 30% female executives were more likely to outperform companies that don’t. 👉Between 2012 and 2019, businesses owned by US-based women grew by 16.7% in comparison to 5.2% for other businesses. 👉Companies in the top quarter for gender diversity on executive teams were 25% more likely to have above-average profitability than companies in the fourth quarter. At SpotOn, we’re proud to have many women at our table as a women-owned, women-led company! #InternationalWomensDay

The latest report from Powerful Women is out, and it’s a must-read for anyone passionate about gender diversity in the energy sector. The "State of the Nation 2024" summary reveals both the progress that has been made and the challenges we still face in achieving gender equity. Key highlights that stood out to me: 1. Significant increase in female representation in leadership roles. however The energy sector's leadership roles for women are at 24%, compared to 40% in the financial sector. 2. Cultural challenges, unconscious biases, and a lack of mentors are major barriers. Only 15% of surveyed companies have a structured mentoring program for women. 3. Leadership training programs have contributed to a 12% increase in women achieving senior roles within these companies. Let's keep the momentum going! Dive into the full report in the link below and join the mission with Catalyst Inc. so we can collectively push for a more inclusive and equitable industry for women with over 60 years of research and training tools to support your ambitions. Access the report via this link: https://lnkd.in/eXwXA_XS #GenderDiversity #Leadership #Inclusion #PowerfulWomen #EnergySector 💬 How are you contributing to gender diversity in your organization? Share your initiatives and insights below! ⬇️

The past decade has seen a significant push for diversity on corporate boards, with women making strides in representation. From 23% in 2018 to 32% in 2023, the number of women on S&P 500 boards has soared. Similarly, directors from racially and ethnically diverse groups grew from 20% to 25% during the same period. However, recent data indicates progress has slowed, with only a 1% increase year over year, according to a recent article by Chief. Despite these challenges, women like Shelly Lombard are leading the charge to advocate for greater representation of women on corporate boards. Our recent event discussed the importance of diversity on boards and how women can leverage their presence to drive positive change. Subscribe to our newsletter to stay informed about upcoming events like these, and as a member, you receive exclusive access to event recordings, even if you aren't able to make it. We believe we can make progress, but we have to take action and do it together. 📩 Subscribe now: https://lnkd.in/eKsN7_WN #WomenOnBoards #DiversityInLeadership #Empowerment

eLearning Industry celebrates International Women's Day 2024 ♀️ and explores the significance of women in the labor force. Discover 5 reasons why businesses must invest in women and how that contributes to an inclusive and forward-thinking society. 💪 https://ow.ly/r1ML50QOCuN #womensday #internationalwomensday #leadership #investinwomen