Prerna Nayyar’s Post

How many allies do you need to win a cause? The answer depends directly on your position in society's power hierarchy. The more underrepresented a group is, the more voices it needs to be heard. Last week, private sector leaders from around the world gathered in São Paulo to address today’s most urgent global challenges, including persistent gender gaps and low representation and inclusion in business. It was inspiring to experience for two days the diversity of the planet at the #B20SummitBrazil. Interacting with people from different nationalities, colors, cultures, backgrounds, and industries further reinforced my belief in the power of diversity – it’s where innovation, creativity, and the boldest solutions come from to finally start moving the needle toward inclusive growth for a sustainable future. On behalf of the entire Action Council, I would like to thank everyone who attended the #B20SummitBrazil for the constructive debates, calls for action and for being there standing by our side. Thank you CNI - Confederação Nacional da Indústria for the outstanding organization, Fernanda Mayol and McKinsey & Company for being such an incredible knowledge partner, Amazon Web Services (AWS) for providing all the support, Rachel Maia, our Deputy Chair, all our Co-Chairs and each member of the Action Council who have been essential since day one. Thank you also to everyone reading this post, including you who is reading it right now (yes, you!). I invite you to read our Policy Paper, available in the comments, and become an ally in this cause so that our recommendations can move from paper to real impact in the lives of billions of women, black people, and all underrepresented groups living in G20 countries. The more allies we have, the greater our chances of winning our cause. Let's do this together!

My career started working around strong female leaders at a young age, and I’m grateful for how they inspired me and how they each had their own style to learn from as I evolved. As I’ve moved into tech, it’s been interesting to see how the industry has evolved over the years to become a more welcoming place for women, however there is certainly still more to do. There is a crucial need for meaningful research and action in this space and I'm excited to share a new report created by AND Digital that delves into this topic in much more detail: "Rewards and Resilience". The report dives into the dual experience of women leaders in tech, surveying over 200 women leaders in tech roles to highlight the successes and challenges of being a leader in the industry. Download the report to get involved in the discussion and let me know if you want to get involved.

A few weeks ago, we shared a list of women tech leaders creating outstanding content on LinkedIn. The response was incredible. We saw women in the tech community tag others, creating an amazing chain reaction of support and mutual admiration. Based on the names we got in the comment section, we’ve built a second list with women challenging the norm in a male-dominated industry: - Brooke Sweedar - Tammy Hart - Doina Leovchin - Erika Dietrick - Alexis Bertholf - Anna J McDougall - Sarah Gruneisen 🐉 - Jaidie V. - Gloriann Sahay Are we missing any must-follow female tech leaders? Let us know in the comments! *** ♻️ P.S. Repost if you found this helpful #TechLeadership #CTOinsights #CTOAdvice

Did you know women occupy just 10% of tech leadership roles in the UK? Companies like Google and FT are making strides to change this, but we need to do more. Our 2024 Women in Software initiative aims to amplify the voices of software’s best and brightest women. We invite you to join us by nominating a woman or initiative in your organization for one of this year's lists: 🌟 The PowerList celebrates trailblazing women in software development who are role models in their communities. 🌟 The ChangeMakers showcases organizations making tech more inclusive. Nominations close on 1st of August, so vote now and be part of the movement! *link in the comments to nominate* #WomenInTech #Leadership #Diversity

Today, we have Shertina Mawuenyega, Vice President and Enterprise Data Governance Leader at Synchrony, sharing her experience of being a part of WLDA and how it impacted her life and career in 2024. WLDA is built on a simple but powerful premise: creating a fair digital future. It is a movement to ensure women have an equal role in shaping our AI-driven future. We are designed for smart ambitious female technology executive leaders who already have a seat at the table, and who are leveraging our platform to increase their ability to create a ripple effect in their organizations. What We Do: - A community of senior tech executives from Fortune 1000 companies - Provide thought leadership, events and educational programs - Match mentors with emerging women leaders. Together, we’re sparking positive change that will benefit future generations.

In 2023, the percentage of women in tech leadership roles has unfortunately fallen to just 28%. (Source: Women in Tech Network) This decline highlights a critical need for continued advocacy and support to ensure more women can break through the barriers and achieve leadership positions in the tech industry. Let’s work together to change this statistic and elevate more women to leadership roles! 💪 Here’s how you can make a difference: 1. Support Women in Tech – Advocate for diversity and inclusion in your workplace. 2. Mentor and Sponsor – Help elevate and guide the next generation of female tech leaders. 3. Celebrate and Amplify – Share stories of successful women in tech to inspire others. Join us in championing the cause and driving change in the tech world. Your support can help shift the narrative and create a more inclusive future. https://lnkd.in/gVcFJWy5 #WomenInTech #LeadershipMatters #TechDiversity #EmpowerWomen #SupportWomenInTech #ChangeTheStats #WomenInLeadership #InclusionInTech

9 in 10 women have experienced gender bias on their road to tech leadership, and yet, 89% still say they love their jobs. The path for women in tech hasn't been the smoothest. Despite making up 50% of the UK workforce, our industry sees women only occupying just 5% of leadership roles. Why? We surveyed 200+ female tech leaders to answer that question. In this eye-opening report, 200 women share the candid, inspiring and difficult experiences that have shaped their career journeys. From determination, success and love for the job; to the bias, imposter syndrome and lack of support that holds women back. Our report provides reassuring validation for other female leaders, inspiration and advice for aspiring leaders, and a blueprint for businesses who want to do better. You can read it here: https://hubs.ly/Q02HX3v00

BIG things can happen when more women participate in key functions. How do we know that? At UPS we’ve had amazing women leaders, be it in the air, in operations, behind the wheel, or in the boardroom, who’ve become role models for others. On ‘Women in Engineering Day’, let’s celebrate all the trail blazing women role models in engineering and beyond! 💥

I can’t hear you… Can you Speak UP!? Last week we kicked off NetApp’s Speak Up! EBC program sponsored by NetApp Women in Technology We are empowering our female talent to tap into their YOUness and build their confidence to literally Speak Up! as presenters in our Executive Briefing Centers. According to McKinsey, only 25% of computing jobs in the United States are held by women. The statistics remind us of the journey ahead: despite progress, women remain significantly underrepresented in tech leadership roles. But here's where the magic happens: companies with gender diversity at the executive level outperform peers on profitability and value creation. That’s why I’m proud to be an executive sponsor of this program. We’re helping NetApp’s women to tap into their superpowers and not only break the glass ceiling, but to SMASH through it. Speak Up! is about finding out that special recipe burning deep within you that makes you, YOU. It’s your YOUness equation. It’s about understanding and building your own beliefs, removing barriers, and taking ownership of your superpower and turning your dreams into reality. Because trust me, we each have a wildly fulfilling and purpose-led life to live. It’s just a matter of having the courage and ambition to do the work to find it. All this to say, your voice matters, and your story matters. The time is now and we want to hear YOU, so Speak Up! #Empowerment #WomenInTech #ElevateWomenVoices #ExecutiveBriefingCenter #SpeakUp #EBC #WomenLeadership #WIT #NetApp

87% of Fortune 500 companies with female CEOs report above-average profits. 📈 Women still face systemic barriers to executive roles and remain significantly underrepresented Women-led tech companies are shown to generate higher revenue and capital efficiency 💰 There is also a leadership paradox where women need more experience to get executive roles, but they can't get roles that give them the experience they need. 🔁 No more waiting. Let's break through barriers and rise and thrive on our terms Scroll through the carousel and tell us in the comments what challenges you are facing as a women in tech leader. #WomenInTech #WomenInLeadership #LeadershipDevelopment #DiversityAndInclusion #TechLeadership P.S. New This week - Breaking the Leadership Paradox in Tech. Free Download Report. Keep an eye out for it mid-week this week. 🙌🏽