We're long past having to defend or explain why women…
“We're long past having to defend or explain why women should be on boards, given all the data that shows how companies with female as well as male directors perform better. It's unfortunate when companies with a large percentage of women constituents don't reflect that in their boardrooms.”
About This Quote
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Women improve board performance, yet many companies still under‑represent them despite evidence.
In simple terms: Women on boards boost performance, but are still scarce.
Key Takeaway
Promote gender balance on boards.
Themes
leadership
gender equality
corporate governance
performance
Mood
inspirational
motivational
Type
business
leadership
When to use this quote
- executive recruitment
- shareholder advocacy
- policy advocacy
Key Concepts
diversity economics
board dynamics
organizational effectiveness
Questions to Reflect On
- What barriers prevent gender‑balanced boards?
- How can data drive change?
A Different Perspective
Resistance may arise from entrenched networks.