Women's Inclusion in Decision Making Roles to Boost Regional Progress in Asia

By: Rachita Sharma, Managing Editor | Monday, 18 November 2024

Gender equality and women’s empowerment have long been areas of concern globally. The world has realised that women’s inclusion in the workforce is not only, ethically the right thing to aspire for, but it also makes business sense. Various reports and studies have highlighted the business advantages that women’s inclusion in the workforce and leadership teams can bring about. 

Countries and organizations globally now give ample emphasis to promote women’s empowerment. Take for instance the 2030 Agenda for Sustainable Development and the Community Vision 2025 of the Association for Southeast Asian Nations (ASEAN), which counts Gender equality and women’s empowerment as its top priority.

Their vision is to build a region that is inclusive and sustainable. Doing our bit to create a more inclusive world, Women Entrepreneur magazine highlights the commendable work done by Asian women leaders in creative roles. In the current edition of the magazine, we focus the spotlight on such prolific women leaders who are leveraging their out of the box approach to build successful companies. 

Carla Abou Zeid, CMO, Roche Diagnostic is one such woman. Carla holds a master’s degrees in biology and business administration, with further studies in digital marketing and sustainability. Her commitment to environmental sustainability and impactful work in healthcare has earned her numerous accolades, including an upcoming White Page International award. Carla has also received multiple certificates of appreciation from Boehringer ingelheim, Medtronic, MENA Stroke Society, and the Angel Society, along with over 15 awards and recognition from Lions Clubs, highlighting her significant contributions to both fields.

Moving on towards Chief Creative Officers we feature an interaction with Vera Bulanova, CCO at Bimi Boo Kids. Her journey is marked by her determination to pursue her passion, leading her to build a successful career. She came onboard Bimi Boo Kids, where she found a platform that allowed her to flourish and achieve her goals. Her role as CCO at Bimi Boo Kids highlights her commitment to innovation and excellence in the creative industry. Her contributions to Bimi Boo Kids have been instrumental in driving the company's creative vision forward. 

Another noteworthy Chief Creative Officer from Asia is Khalda Ibrahim, CEO and CCO, The TRIBE Group. Khalda is an exceptionally talented and creative leader, skillfully balancing her roles as CEO and Chief Creative Officer of The TRIBE Group. She effectively manages daily operations while driving innovative and strategic initiatives, demonstrating her versatility and insight.

Get to know more about these women leaders and the secret to their professional success.