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Melissa johnston

Women are leading the shift toward a more human centreed tech industry

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Women in AI are driving a shift from quota-filling to human-centred tech, tackling bias and reshaping leadership across the industry.
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Lessons from the frontlines: A woman's journey in payments and leadership

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From hyperinflation in Sofia to leading fintech in New York, a CFO shows how resilience and risk‑taking can redefine women's careers.
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Empowering women in tech: why we need to be more intentional

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To close tech's gender gap, leaders must champion women with pay transparency, mentorship, male allyship and everyday intentional action.
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Opinion: why women in tech Are redesigning safety - and what that means for us all

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Women in security tech are redesigning safety from front doors to smart locks, proving diverse leadership makes everyone feel more secure.
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The smart money is on inclusion

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Smart capital is flowing to infrastructure that lifts women, using digital tech to turn inclusion and resilience into core investment value.
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Beyond representation - Why women are critical to the future of digital infrastructure

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Women are vital to building resilient, innovative digital infrastructure, yet underrepresentation threatens growth and stability worldwide.
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How women are redefining leadership in the IT industry

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Women in IT are redefining leadership, blending mindset, accountability and empathy to build resilient, high‑performing tech teams.
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Six leaders shortlisted for Veuve Clicquot Bold Awards

Fri, 27th Feb 2026
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Veuve Clicquot names six women leading change in hospitality, music, fashion and climate as finalists for its 2026 Bold Awards.
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'Give to Gain' push to turn IWD 2026 into real change

Fri, 27th Feb 2026
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Tech and finance leaders urge IWD 2026's 'Give to Gain' theme to move beyond slogans, driving real structural change for women at work.
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Schneider Electric tops global sustainability rankings

Tue, 27th Jan 2026
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Schneider Electric tops 2025 global ESG rankings with best-in-class scores from World Benchmarking Alliance, EcoVadis, CDP and MSCI.
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Victoria University honours Dame Theresa, Sir David

Tue, 6th Jan 2026
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Victoria University of Wellington to award honorary doctorates to Dame Theresa Gattung and Sir David Carruthers in December.
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Kosterman makes F1 Academy debut with livery honouring 200 women

Thu, 21st Aug 2025
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Esmee Kosterman debuts in F1 Academy at Zandvoort, driving a car showcasing 200 women role models to inspire equality in motorsport and STEM.
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Visibility matters: Amanda Spencer on breaking barriers in engineering

Mon, 23rd Jun 2025
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Amanda Spencer highlights the crucial role of visibility and advocacy in breaking gender barriers and fostering inclusion in engineering leadership.
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2degrees launches SupportHER Club to boost girls in sport

Thu, 13th Mar 2025
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2degrees has launched the SupportHER Club to empower young girls in New Zealand, aiming to promote sports participation amidst declining engagement rates.
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TeamViewer partners with F1 Academy to empower women

Wed, 12th Mar 2025
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TeamViewer has partnered with F1 Academy, committing to boost female representation in motorsport over the next two years and enhance inclusivity in the sport.
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Tech firms champion women in tech ahead of IWD 2025

Sat, 8th Mar 2025
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As International Women's Day approaches, tech firms like CMTG and Fugro champion gender equality, advocating initiatives to boost female participation in the industry.
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Reimagining the workplace that was never built for women

Sat, 8th Mar 2025
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In tech, the conversation about women has shifted from entry to retention and influence, as traditional structures hinder their leadership advancement.
Susan knox

Riding in safety: How technology can protect female passengers on the road

Fri, 7th Mar 2025
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This International Women's Day, focus on advancing female safety in travel as technology and chauffeur services enhance the security of solo female passengers.
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Leveraging unconscious bias to attract more women into Tech roles

Fri, 7th Mar 2025
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On International Women's Day, Inde highlights how leveraging unconscious bias can effectively attract more women into tech roles and support their career growth.
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In a Room of Men: Harnessing Opportunity in the Tech Sector

Fri, 7th Mar 2025
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In a male-dominated tech landscape, one woman's journey highlights the importance of leveraging personal strength and communication to achieve success.