Women Leaders Key Contributors to Asia's Rapid Economic Development

By: Editor Team | Saturday, 1 July 2023

The region of Asia has been experiencing rapid economic development. Referred to as the engine of growth in the global economy, Asia has seen a host of women leaders carving a niche for themselves and contributing to the region's economic growth. Other than conquering the political and socio-economic realms, women's rise in the world of business has been strong and swift. These women leaders and entrepreneurs have become key drivers of economic growth and are influencing sustainable development as well.Having overcome societal and systemic challenges these women leaders have paved their own path and are also motivating the next generation of women leaders to rise too.

The current edition of Women Entrepreneur magazine acknowledges Indian origin women leaders who have build successful companies in Asia.

Bijal Jhaveri, Founder & CEO, The Career Works is one such name. Bijal pursued her education at Mumbai University, where she completed her BA in Economics, followed by an MBA. She has also taken up online courses to stay updated and looks forward to learn more in the future. Her mantra is to work hard, help others, and continuously upgrade her skills.

Amita Menon, Founder, HIGHQ is another successful woman leader from Asia. With a strong passion for education and a desire to help children succeed, Amita founded HIGHQ in 2007 ­ offering a unique and holistic approach to education that has helped countless children achieve success and reach their full potential.

Joining the prolific women is Radhika Mayani, Founder, LEFT-HANDESIGN. With around two decades of diverse professional experience, she is a creative and innovative thinker, spearheading an impact-driven business LEFT-HANDESIGN. Radhika is consciously contributing to the eco-friendly product market through her company LEFT-HANDESIGN-Singapore's first Plantable sustainable stationery and lifestyle brand playfully designed with light & love.

Also get to know about Swati Sinha, Co-Founder, Swan International. Having an MBA from The Wharton School, Swati is taking strong initiatives to help small growers and buyers while offering them ideas, platforms, and financial support and helping them to build their market in the global trade.

These women are shining beacons of the rising power of women in Asia and across the world. Their success stories will pave the way for the future generation of women to carve a niche for themselves in the highly competitive global business landscape. But as these women gave proven, a woman can achieve anything that she puts her mind to. Do let us know your thoughts.