European Women on Boards (EWOB)

“If we look at the gap in different occupations, female managers are at the greatest disadvantage: they earn 23% less per hour than male managers.” At European Women on Boards, we advocate for gender equality in decision-making. And it’s not just about representation, but also about recognition and equal rights once women reach leadership positions. On this International Equal Pay Day, we remind all actors of change—whether policymakers or private organisations— that much work remains to achieve true gender equality across Europe. Together, let’s take action, continue rising to the top, and open doors for others along the way. Learn more 👉 https://lnkd.in/eEQdiFsH

Meet our EWOB Members! We’re excited to continue our new series featuring the women leaders driving change within our community. Meet Adela Vladutoiu, a Senior Executive Leader with over 28 years of experience in Manufacturing and Consumer Goods. Adela has held key leadership roles at industry giants like Cargill, Bunge, and Greiner, paving the way as the first woman to serve as Plant Director and General Manager. In 2024, she founded ThinkAhead Advisory in Bucharest, Romania, to support small and medium-sized businesses with sustainable growth and leadership strategies. She’s dedicated to empowering women in male-dominated sectors and fostering impactful self-development. Stay tuned as we share more stories from our remarkable members, showcasing the diverse talents and experiences that are shaping a more equitable future.

This year is a special one for EWOB C-Level Program! We’re thrilled to welcome our 10th cohort, bringing together 34 exceptional women leaders from 15 countries. 🌍 These accomplished professionals are embarking on a journey to master strategic leadership from the C-suite and become drivers of change. Over the next few months, we will meet virtually to discuss how to navigate contemporary leadership challenges, explore personal and future-focused leadership, with expert insights and a community of leaders. We wish you all an inspiring journey, full of growth, learnings and meaningful connections! Together, let’s rise to the top and open doors to other women. 💙

How do you handle bias in the workplace? Let's talk about the 4 challenges women leaders might face within organisations: Unconscious biases Stereotypes and societal expectations Underrepresentation and lack of mentorships Limited access to high-impact opportunities Now, we are curious, how do you deal with these challenges? Let us know in the comments. 👇 P.S. If you're interested in these discussions, consider joining the EWOB Community for more in-depth conversations in a supportive and private space!

Meet our EWOB Members! At EWOB we advocate for change. But it’s the powerful women in our community who are making it a reality. Their ambitions, leadership, determination, and vision are driving our positive impact. We’re excited to kick off our portrait series with Aluka Osakwe, a technology leader with extensive international experience in shaping and driving long-term strategies across multiple business functions. Recognised as one of Africa’s top tech talents by ITU in 2021, Aluka’s expertise spans Cloud, AI/ML, SaaS, and IoT solutions. Throughout her career, she has led global projects, managing software, product, and engineering teams at industry giants like SLB, Senergy, and bp. As of 2023, Aluka joined Emrys Consulting as Innovation Director, supporting SMEs, start-ups, and scale-ups in the tech industry, while also offering energy services and digital solutions through her consultancy, Lzerve. Beyond her impressive professional achievements, Aluka is passionate about inspiring the next generation, particularly within the African community, to pursue STEM education. As a coach and tech advisor to SaaS start-ups, she’s dedicated to driving innovation and making a lasting impact in technology and beyond. Stay tuned as we share more about our remarkable members, showcasing the diverse talents and experiences that are shaping a more equitable future. 💙

How do you handle conflicts with board members? While board support can drive an organisation toward its goals, big differences in vision and values can slow progress — and even unseat a CEO! It's crucial to handle disagreements with the board effectively. But how do you do that? In our EWOB Community, we explored and discussed five strategies for navigating conflict with the board as an executive. If you're interested in these discussions, consider joining the EWOB Community for more in-depth conversations in a supportive and private space! https://lnkd.in/exHfZu8h

Are you curious about the fundamentals of impact investing? We warmly invite you to join our upcoming panel discussion featuring four distinguished experts: Dagmar van Ravenswaay Claasen, Wendy (Barbara) Morée, Esma Choho, and Elena Yurchenko! Representing diverse fields such as angel investing, venture capital, family offices, and sustainable growth, they will share their insights on: ✅ where to start, ✅the options available, ✅and the ethical considerations involved in making investment choices. Register to join the conversation on September 17th at 5:00PM CET 👇

Are you a neurodiverse leader or know someone who is? Many neurodivergent individuals, including leaders, often hesitate to disclose their neurodiversity due to fear of discrimination, misunderstanding, or backlash. This is a real concern that can affect their professional and personal lives. We want to break these barriers and we welcome conversations on how we can better support and include you or someone you know as a neurodivergent leader. So we’d like to ask you: Are you a neurodiverse leader? Or do you know someone who is? Nominate yourself or a neurodiverse leader you admire in the comments. 👇

How can you engage male allies in the workplace? During our recent event “How to shape the organisation to embrace DEI at its core”, one of the topics that our speakers discussed was how to involve male allies in the workplace. We heard from Robert Baker, Dr. Elisabeth Ilboudo, Kaumudi Goda, @Kristen Anderson, and Rodrigo Caetano Teixeira, with Nanditha Raghavan moderating. …Ready to take action? Watch the recap video for a quick summary. 👇 And view the full event recording here: https://lnkd.in/eBbXrdYW

Spain adopts ambitious measures in implementing the Women on Boards Directive! 🇪🇸 🇪🇺 Spain has significantly broadened the scope of Women on Boards Directive . Beyond just stock-listed companies, the new law now applies to courts, governments, the General State Administration, professional associations, and even unlisted public interest companies. ✅ What's required? - Boards: At least 40% representation of the underrepresented sex, with fair and equal selection processes. - Senior Management: Aiming for 40% representation, with a "comply or explain" approach for those falling short. 🔎 Who's watching? Compliance will be closely monitored by the Spanish Securities Market Commission and Instituto de las Mujeres, with serious consequences for non-compliance. 🗓 Key dates: - Top 35 companies: 40% by June 30, 2026 - Other listed companies: 40% by June 30, 2027 - Public interest entities: 33% by 2026 and 40% by 2029 Spain's approach is setting a new standard in gender equality! Learn more here 👉 https://lnkd.in/euBdxDKp