Past Event | Empowerment in Action: An evening for Inclusive Work Culture
Reflecting on an Inspiring Evening: Women’s Empowerment in an Inclusive Workplace
Our recent panel discussion was a resounding success, bringing together female leaders who have broken barriers in their industries and subject-matter experts:
- Valerie d'Argembeau - Senior Executive in Private Banking
- Betul Genc - SVP, Head of ASEAN at Adecco
- Stefanie Ng - CEO, South East Asia of Audemars Piguet
- Francois Suquet - Group VP HR, STMicroelectronics Asia Pacific
- Amaury Jordan - Partner at TriLake Partners, who moderated the discussion
Julie Raneda, Chair of SwissCham, opened the event with a warm welcome, emphasizing the significance and necessity of this conversation. Lucie Hulme from TriLake Partners, set the tone by highlighting the diverse approaches to improving women's equity through the panelists' journey.
Key Takeaways
- Breaking Barriers: Betul reminded us to never settle for less, and her perspective on evolving from quotas to embedding gender equity into company culture was eye-opening. Valerie shared her journey as the first female senior manager of her company in Singapore, stressing the ongoing challenges of navigating limited opportunities while maintaining self-belief.
- Confronting Unconscious Biases: François urged us to challenge unconscious biases, stressing that gender diversity not only drives innovation but also serves as a competitive advantage.
- Actionable Strategies: Stefanie Ng’s attention on future generations and the practical advice shared on navigating biases and personal growth provided essential thoughts for building a supportive and equitable workplace. The panelists discussed the critical roles of confidence, mentorship, and allieship in overcoming career obstacles.
The evening concluded with a networking reception generously sponsored by TriLake Partners where discussions continued, enriched by engaging exchanges among participants.
A heartfelt thank you to everyone who joined and contributed to this meaningful discussion, proving that together, we can drive significant change.
