Women's Participation in Business, Political & Public Life Beneficial for All

By: Rachita Sharma, Managing Editor | Tuesday, 24 September 2024

Women form nearly half of the world’s population, but continue to be a minority in the workforce. Their representation is even lower in top leadership roles. With a lack of opportunity and a conducive environment, women have to fight an uphill battle to join the workforce and an even tougher battle to reach the top echelons of the business world.

But businesses and governments are gaining the awareness about the advantages of having more women in the workforce and leadership positions. It has also been widely acknowledged that women’s equal participation in business, political and public life is beneficial for all. It has also been recognized as a marker for achieving the Sustainable Development Goals by 2030.

In such a scenario, emphasis must be on creating work strictures and societal structures that support women’s foray & growth in the world of business. Another critical factor that can support women in their working ambitions is the presence of role models. Having role models to look up to can enable women to believe that they too can have it all.

The Women Entrepreneurs Review magazine believes in this wholeheartedly and is on a mission to tell the success stories of women leaders from across the world. The current edition of the magazine introduces readers to some of the most prolific women leaders from varied industries.

On the cover page we have Sharmila Agarwal, Founder, Prisha Publications. She is a creative genius who is an author, artist and Ikebana specialist. Armed with a tenacity to Sharmila is an inspiring artist and a catalyst for budding authors as well.

We also feature Ifrah Naseem Ansari, Director, OAC Woollens, a dynamic woman entrepreneur who plays a pivotal role in managing and expanding her family's business. She brings creativity and innovation to the company while actively promoting women's empowerment and fostering the development of rural employees.

Phanipriya Vangala, COO, Headrun is another woman leader featured in the current edition. Phanipriya drives operational excellence and strategic growth initiatives. Her expertise spans managing complex projects and fostering a culture of continuous improvement.

In this magazine edition also read about Debasree Roy Sarkar, Managing Director, Peerless Hotels & Resorts. With a background in mass communication and hospitality management, she champions transformational leadership in the hospitality sector, driving innovation and guest satisfaction.

Another prolific leader under the spotlight is Shilpi Thapar, Certified Independent Director/Arbitrator & Mediator, Practising Company Secretary. Shilpi has a strong foundation in law and corporate governance, with over 20 years of experience focusing on company law, insolvency & bankruptcy law, corporate governance, board processes and alternative dispute resolution.

From the legal field we also feature Ankita Kashyap, Partner, Think Law. Her strategic thinking and innovative approach have significantly contributed to the firm's growth and success.

Last yet not the least we have Sonkee Shah, CEO, ARCH Foundation. Sonkee excels in designing and delivering impactful CSR initiatives.

Read on to know more about these women leaders and the secret to their success as business leaders.

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