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Why Women in Leadership Make the World Better

March 12, 2025 • Melissa Franks

In this episode, Melissa dives deep into the significance of International Women's Day and why we can’t let it be ignored. Melissa shares her personal experiences as a woman navigating corporate leadership, the impact of Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion (DEI) initiatives on her career, and the undeniable benefits of having women in leadership roles.

She lays out seven compelling reasons why businesses, economies, and societies thrive when women are in decision-making positions, including:

✅ Higher business performance

✅ Diverse perspectives that drive innovation

✅ Economic expansion through female workforce participation

✅ More inclusive and flexible work environments

✅ Stronger mentorship and role models for future generations

✅ Better ethical governance and risk management

✅ Greater social impact and corporate responsibility

Melissa also shares candid personal stories from her time in male-dominated industries, including the pivotal moments that shaped her approach to leadership and advocacy for women in business.

Whether you’re an entrepreneur, executive, or advocate for women’s advancement, this episode will inspire you to champion diversity and support women in leadership.

🎧 Tune in now and let’s keep the momentum going beyond International Women’s Day!