Female representation on boards: why it matters and how to achieve it

By Matt McIntyre, Executive Consultant at OnTrack International

Consultants, businesses, and the media have observed, analysed and discussed the lack of women in senior leadership positions from almost every angle. Why aren’t there more? Why should there be more? Does it matter?

First, it matters.

Evidence shows that organisations with more women in senior roles are more profitable, provide a higher quality of service, and are more socially responsible. It impacts recruitment – people want to join a modern and diverse organisation, an […]

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