Plans to increase the number of British female entrepreneurs by 50% have taken a leap forward, with Women Code. Major banks and venture capital firms signalling their support.
A host of inspirational women in finance were recognised for their outstanding achievements in the sector at the third annual Women in Finance Awards, 2019, on 26 June.
Sam Smith, founder and CEO of finnCap Group plc, summarises the key factors female-led businesses need to consider when seeking to raise growth capital. She also outlines some of the challenges they face.
UK workers in STEM struggle to name key role models in their industry and are more likely to recognise the Big Bang Theory’s Dr Sheldon Cooper over celebrated real-life scientists and mathematicians, highlights new research.
Sarah Kirk, Global Diversity and Inclusion Director from global recruitment specialists, Michael Page, explains why we need to put the ‘I’ in team.
Failing to hire diverse talent into leadership roles is a commercial mistake
Positive action is an important tool in dismantling gender barriers in employment. It is also an underused enabler of widespread equality.
