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Optum India's "Women in Leadership" program is transforming the workplace! Amit Vaish, VP and Head of Human Capital, talks to Yatin Naik about this initiative designed to retain and empower women employees. Watch the full episode of #TheWorkingLife to understand how Optum is fostering growth, leadership, and creating opportunities for women to excel. #HTSmartcast #WomenInLeadership #womenempowerment LiveMint

We're proud to announce that BUSINESSNEXT has been recognized as the "Best Employer for Women" at the 5th Diversity & Inclusion Excellence Awards and Conclave 2024, organized by ASSOCHAM (The Associated Chambers of Commerce and Industry of India) . It was an honour to receive the award from Delina Khongdup, Member, National Commission for Women. This accolade underscores our commitment to fostering an inclusive workplace where women can thrive and advance their careers. Our dedication to women's empowerment is reflected in our comprehensive initiatives, including flexible work arrangements, targeted leadership development programs, and robust support for employees returning from maternity leave. These efforts have contributed to a workplace where 20% of leadership roles reporting directly to the CEO are held by women, a figure we're actively working to increase. This recognition builds on our previous achievements, including the "Best Organization for Women" award from The Economic Times in 2023 and being named a 'Most Preferred Workplace' for two consecutive years by India Today in collaboration with Marksmen Daily. To learn more about our ongoing commitment to diversity and inclusion, please read the full press release: https://lnkd.in/eWju5UF3 #DiversityAndInclusion #WomenInLeadership #WorkplaceCulture #BestEmployerForWomen #ASSOCHAM #BestOrganizationForWomen #MostPreferredWorkplace #BUSINESSNEXT #UpForTomorrow #NationalCommissionForWomen #CRMNEXT #DATANEXT #CUSTOMERNEXT #GenderEquality #WomenEmpowerment

Former PepsiCo CEO Indra Nooyi became a business icon in her roughly 12 years leading the global behemoth. As one of the very few women of color to run a Fortune 500 company, Nooyi has offered her advice to others over the years who aim to rise through the ranks of corporate America. She’s shared that wisdom in multiple books and, in 2022, debuted a series of lessons on the platform MasterClass. In her class, Nooyi shared some of her most basic tips—like identifying your core competencies—and more advanced guidance, like pinpointing the mega-trends that will shape an industry for a decade or more. Read more here: bit.ly/4dJyUqp

Missed our insightful webinar on Women in Finance and Accounting at Accenture? Watch the complete session now! Dive into in-demand roles, diversity insights, and career opportunities shared by Accenture in India's leaders. Featuring engaging discussions by Shrushti Deshmukh and insights from Sunil Prasad. Special thanks to our speakers and the enthusiastic audience for making it impactful. It was an amazing session packed with career tips! Don't miss out on this enriching experience. Watch now: https://lnkd.in/gebNzAWr #AccentureWebinar #WomenInFinance #CareerGrowth #DiversityAndInclusion #FinanceCareers #WatchNow

Indra Nooyi’s insights are a masterclass in strategic leadership. Her focus on core competencies and anticipating industry trends highlights the importance of staying adaptable and forward-thinking in today’s business environment. Her journey, as one of the few women of color to lead a Fortune 500 company, is a powerful reminder that diversity and innovation go hand in hand. Her journey not only inspires but also challenges us to rethink what is possible in corporate leadership.

Inspiring leadership. Diversity of thinking, innovation, 'leading from the front, back or side, not from up on a pedestal' and bringing your whole self to work reflect her holistic and dejargonised style. I love that Supriya Rao Patwardhan says — "Today, there are companies and legislation saying you have to have female leaders and women on the board. This is an artificial step. You can’t promote women just because they are women." Role model for women power. CNA DHL https://lnkd.in/gXDC4gCd

#LeadHER : Where women at work rise, a balanced culture thrives and opportunity knows no glass ceiling.  🚀 Imagine a world where your women leaders aren't just hoping for change – they are leading it. When I look back on the engagement in our past #LeadHER Roundtables, I am truly delighted because it validates the #purpose behind creating this platform.. Witnessing women leaders and male allies actively participating, sharing insights, and supporting one another's journey is incredibly fulfilling. #Key #takeaways from the past roundtables:  🎤 Roundtable 1 - Accelerating Progress in the Workplace: This discussion focused on the importance of investing in women and how it accelerates progress not only for women themselves, but for society and more so, the economy as a whole. In our heart-centred conversation, Noelle, Brenda Jordan, Partha and I spotlighted the impact of genuinely investing in women and promoting financial independence. We shared personal stories that highlighted the key role of male allies in fostering an inclusive workplace culture.  Watch it here: Accelerating Progress for Women Leaders | Connexus Global (https://lnkd.in/gUy8Pu-y)  🎤 Roundtable 2 - Women Leaders Scaling Businesses Across Borders: The conversation at this roundtable reminded us that challenges are not setbacks but opportunities for growth. Through the insights shared by Aditi Banerjee, Deepti and Kavitha, I am reminded of the importance of staying true to your purpose, leveraging cultural contexts, and challenging stereotypes. Also, that business acumen and ambition know no gender! Watch it here: Women Leaders Scaling Businesses Across Borders | Connexus Global (https://lnkd.in/giW862vF) Come, take a seat at our next #LeadHER Roundtable. It is TODAY.  🎙 Live on LinkedIn.  “Visibility at the Workplace” : April 24th, 6:30 PM IST/ 2 PM BST. Where we will dive into the crucial topic of 'workplace visibility for women leaders' with visibility and reputation experts Nikhil, Claire and Julie. Connexus Global®️Ventures #LeadHERRoundtable #DEI

As we navigate the dynamic landscape of business, recognizing the pivotal role organisations play in championing diversity, equity, and inclusion, especially in facilitating the re-entry of women into the workforce, is crucial. In this empowering journey, organisations can lead the way by: - Crafting initiatives that provide flexibility and mentorship, smoothing the path for women returning to professional life - Provide opportunities for upskilling and reskilling - Creating a workplace culture that values work-life balance, inclusivity, and diversity, ensuring women feel empowered and celebrated Our upcoming webinar on Back to Business: The Role of Organisations in Helping Women Re-enter the Workforce aims to delve deep into organisation's influence in fostering an environment that not only invites women back but propels them towards success. Top industry leaders will provide valuable guidance and share their best practices, offering a unique perspective on how organizations can play a pivotal role in empowering women to resume and thrive in their professional journeys. Know more- https://lnkd.in/gPiEaGXf #DEI #GDEIA #DiversityEquityInclusion #India #Leadership #Motivation #Business #InclusiveWorkplace #Belongingness #Togetherness Boston Consulting Group (BCG) | Deven (Dev) Satghare | Anika Mohla | Hibban Sarang | Charudatt Chindarkar | Sameer Arun Palekar | Ketki Bhagwat | Shubhangi Joshi | India Leadership Council by The Times Group

This article is filled with so many amazing thoughts on inclusion from Indra Nooyi. We agree 💯 that inclusion, equitiy and diversity needs to start with the C-Suite! In fact, we come in and train your leadership rather than hiring a Chief DEI Officer. "I wonder, for instance, if appointing a diversity and inclusion [D&I] vice president alone is the right approach. Diversity and inclusion cannot simply be delegated to one individual. That is a cop-out. It should be on the CEO’s plate as a priority and central to the HR agenda, not something that ebbs and flows with the quality of a diversity and inclusion leader." #inclusionmatters #diversityatwork #diversityintheworkplace #diversityandinclusion #diversitymatters #diversityequityinclusion #inclusion #dei

"If you want to build female leadership, support more women into their first management roles." Sophie Sharp, SVP Global Industries and Value Management at Workday, is passionate about driving real changes, especially in recruitment and supporting newcomers in reaching their first management positions. Sophie's career journey reflects the power of embracing change and seizing opportunities.We had the privilege of hosting Sophie in our Tokyo office for an inspiring roundtable discussion. Here are some of our favorite highlights from our conversation: https://w.day/3UrKYo7 #WDAYLife