Boards Quote by Noreena Hertz
“Having women on boards is good for women, good for the economy and good for society. A win-win-win outcome: how rare.”
About This Quote
Source Book: The Business of Women, 2015
She argues that women on corporate boards benefit gender equality, economic performance, and societal well‑being, creating a triple win.
In simple terms: Women on boards improve gender, economy, and society.
Key Takeaway
Promote gender diversity in leadership.
Themes
equality
economics
society
leadership
Mood
hopeful
determined
Type
policy
advocacy
When to use this quote
- board recruitment
- policy advocacy
- company culture
- investment decisions
Key Concepts
diversity
corporate governance
Questions to Reflect On
- What incentives encourage board diversity?
- How measure societal impact of gender balanced boards?
A Different Perspective
Implementation may face cultural resistance.
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