Tag: WomenInLeadership
Women in leadership – from appointment to influence
For years, one question has dominated the conversation around women ascending into leadership positions - how do we enable more women to reach the top?
Women’s rights – is there equality in practice?
Seventy years ago, some 20,000 women marched to the Union Buildings. They took a stand against a proposed law that would strip them of their freedom of movement and ownership of themselves. The law would force them to carry passes that dictated where they could live, work and exist.
Developing female CEOs through skills, support and opportunity
Increasing female CEO representation is critical for business performance, innovation and economic growth. The company also highlights the need to strengthen leadership pipelines and reduce bias within organisations. Research from McKinsey & Company consistently shows that companies with more women in leadership outperform their peers.
Breaking boundaries – Kgomotso Mannya’s marketing leadership journey
Kgomotso Mannya is the Chief Marketing Officer for Samsung Africa. She brings nearly 20 years of experience in leading brand and commercial strategy across beauty, technology and consumer goods. Her career trajectory reflects more than progression. It demonstrates the intentional application of African marketing leadership strategy in complex and evolving markets.
More moms are needed in the workplace + boardrooms
“Being a mom has made me a better businesswoman. Let’s face it, when you have little kids, you stop stressing the little things because you simply don’t have time to. I have always felt that being a woman in business was an advantage, not a disadvantage. Being a mom makes it even more so.” I read this in Harvard Business Review, and I couldn’t agree more, especially when it comes to leadership.
