This week, women around the world have been making bold moves and hitting impressive milestones. In Bangladesh, Captain Tasmin Doza became the first woman director in the aviation sector, while Singapore’s CAAS teamed up with Women in Aviation to inspire future female leaders. In Greater Philadelphia, women-owned businesses achieved a record £875 million in revenue, and Blackwattle in Australia launched a mentorship program to bridge the gender gap in finance. Absa and the African Development Bank are backing women entrepreneurs in Africa, while South Africa gears up to prioritize gender equality at the 2025 G20. On a more glamorous note, Australia’s Olympic star Jess Fox hit the runway with L’Oréal Paris, though not all news was rosy, with the UK reporting a slight dip in female corporate executives. From aviation to entrepreneurship and even the catwalk, it’s been a week of progress and empowerment for women everywhere!
Captain Tasmin Doza becomes the first woman director in Bangladesh’s aviation sector
Captain Tasmin Doza has been appointed as the Director of Flight Operations at Biman Bangladesh Airlines. Captain Tasmin Doza has made history as the first woman to be appointed as a director of a Bangladeshi airline. Before her new role, Captain Doza served as the chief of the training flight operations department at Biman Airlines.
CAAS and WAI-SG collaborate to support women in the aviation sector
The Civil Aviation Authority of Singapore (CAAS) and the Women in Aviation Singapore Chapter (WAI-SG) have entered into a Memorandum of Understanding (MOU) aimed at encouraging girls and young women to pursue careers in aviation and to nurture the next generation of female leaders in the field.
Women-owned businesses in Greater Philadelphia have made a remarkable comeback, surpassing the £875 million revenue mark in 2023. This achievement, as highlighted in the latest edition of the Business Journal’s List of Highest Revenue-Earning Women-Owned Businesses, underscores a decade of resilience and progress in the region’s entrepreneurial landscape.
Blackwattle Investment Partners, a recently established Australian investment firm, is launching a new initiative aimed at increasing female representation in the funds management industry. Acknowledging the ongoing gender disparity, particularly in leadership positions, the firm is set to roll out its Women in Finance Mentorship Program.
The African Development Bank and Absa Group, a prominent financial services provider in Africa, have announced a significant partnership to implement a groundbreaking financial initiative. This agreement aims to boost funding for underserved sectors in South Africa and throughout the continent, specifically targeting women-owned businesses, young entrepreneurs, and small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs).
South Africa to take over the G20 leadership in 2025 to support women
As South Africa gears up to host the Group of 20 (G20) Summit in 2025, Minister of Women, Youth, and Persons with Disabilities, Sindisiwe Chikunga, has reiterated the country’s dedication to prioritizing gender equality and women’s empowerment on the global stage.
Australian Olympic star Jess Fox associates with iconic beauty firm L’Oreal Paris
Australia’s Olympic star Jess Fox has made the bold move to be associated with the ionic beauty legend L’Oreal Paris and will be walking the ramp for their program Walk Your Worth Runway. The program is commemorated to celebrate women’s empowerment and will happen at the Sydney Opera House. The walk features the beauty firm’s well-known tagline “Because You’re Worth It”.
Bahrain International Exhibition and Convention Centre recently hosted the 7th International Maintenance, Reliability, and Asset Management Conference (MaintCon 2024), where a special event organized by the Women in Industry and Asset Management (WIAM) Committee highlighted the essential roles women play in the workplace.
A fall in Britain’s female corporates in 2024, the Pipeline reports
The representation of women in executive roles within corporate Britain has experienced a troubling decline, marking the first drop in eight years. A report from The Pipeline, a consultancy focused on gender diversity in senior corporate positions, revealed that the proportion of women on executive committees at the UK’s top 350 listed companies fell to 32% in 2024, down from a revised 33% in the previous year.
‘Her Money, Her Power’ initiative advocates women’s empowerment
The ‘Her Money, Her Power’ initiative has been at the forefront of advocating for women’s financial and economic empowerment, aiming for gender equality across Nigeria. Recently, Anita Ukah emerged as the winner of the initiative’s challenge during the just-concluded Season 9 of BBNaija, showcasing her exceptional talent and determination.
PA Media appoints Ranj Begley as its new Chief Revenue Officer and Managing Director
PA Media has announced its new Chief Revenue Officer and Managing Director, Ranj Begley. Ranj will be responsible for managing both the business and day-to-day operations of PA Media, the main news agency. She will also lead key business strategies for the wider group. Ranj will join the executive team and report directly to Emily Shelley, the new Group CEO.