While 2024 will soon get over, the past month has witnessed the recruitment of umpteen female leaders in acclaimed organisations from various sectors. While some have taken up new roles in existing organizations, others have bagged newfound opportunities by moving to new organizations. These appointments unanimously showcase the growth of women leaders across industries and geographies. GWL covers everything you need to know about these new appointments.

Currently in 2024, women leaders are considered to be an integral part of the corporate realm. Organisations in this contemporary world, are trying to balance out their workforce by fostering an equitable environment where women are treated well and paid well. Numerous renowned firms are taking initiatives of incorporating female employees in their boardrooms.

Considering a report by Grant Thornton, there has been a 1.1pp of increase in the women held senior management roles percentage i.e., 32.4 percent in 2023 to 33.5 percent in 2024, globally. This exemplifies that companies are showing their willingness towards having women in their leadership chairs while women being enthusiastic to hold such positions. However, the growth is evidently slow.

In the month of October, Global Woman Leader has covered several women leaders who acquired new positions in prominent companies.

Let’s learn who these women are!