Scope For Improvement: Women Lacking At Executive Levels In China

Gender equality and women’s empowerment have long been areas of concern globally. The world is gradually realizing that women’s inclusion in the workforce is not only the ethically right thing to aspire for, but it also makes business sense. Various reports and studies have highlighted the business advantages that women’s inclusion in the workforce and leadership teams can bring about.

Countries and organizations globally now give ample emphasis to promote women’s empowerment. Take for instance the 2030 Agenda for Sustainable Development and the Community Vision 2025 of the Association for Southeast Asian Nations (ASEAN), which counts Gender equality and women’s empowerment as its top priority. Their vision is to build a region that is inclusive and sustainable.

Looking at China specifically, there has been an increase in women’s workforce participation. However, this number does to translate to the executive level in Chinese corporate world.

Women in China have equal access to education and job opportunities. Women also reach mid-level management positions at fairly the same level as women in other progressive countries. That is when their careers face challenges. According to reports, women make up only 19 percent of executives in China.

This makes the existing women leaders and their journeys even more noteworthy.

In this edition, we introduce readers to Jany Hejuan Zhao, the Founder and CEO of TMTPOST Group, leading the company with a focus on innovative media solutions. With a track record as an outstanding investigative journalist and a passion for societal impact, Zhao drives TMTPOST's growth and steers strategic direction in the dynamic media landscape.

Read in in depth interaction with Jany in the current edition of GWL magazine.