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Join us for the next episode of #YPOPresents, where Zoe Cunningham (Director, Softwire), Bukola Smith (CEO, FSDH Merchant Bank Ltd), and Debby Carreau (CEO & Founder, Inspired HR Ltd) share insights on building impactful mentorship and sponsorship programs, fostering male allyship, and rethinking #leadershipdevelopment to ensure more women reach top positions. Want to drive meaningful change? Learn how #leaders can champion talent, create #inclusiveworkplaces, and build stronger leadership pipelines. Register today to be notified when we go #live! #business #leadership #LinkedInLive YPO Africa YPO Europe YPO Canada

Just returned from an incredible Leadership Days experience in Rome at the YPO Leadership and Global Board of Directors Meeting' #ROME2025. As Co-Chair of the Chapters and Regions Committee (CRC), alongside Alan Marash and Dave Sutton I have the privilege of facilitating communication and addressing the needs of Regional Chairs and members from around the world. This role has pushed me out of my comfort zone, as have all my servant leadership roles in YPO It's helped me develop new leadership skills, particularly empathy and active listening. The Rome meeting was a truly unforgettable experience, with +38 leaders (current & elected) from diverse regions coming together to discuss and shape key topics for our organization. The collaboration and listening were inspiring! A special thank you to our peer James Ferragamo sharing his valuable experiences, expertly moderated by Christian Foddis , CRC only ! I'm also grateful to the YPO Management, Global Board members, our Chair Suite Debby Carreau Raymond Watt and Brett Keith and specially to our Chairman Sofyan Almoayed for his leadership and making these meetings possible! Thank you all YPO ! #BetterLeaders #ServantLeadership #YPO #ROME2025

Creating #inclusive spaces where women thrive requires intentional practices, Carrie Freeman says. It's not just about increasing participation—it’s about building a culture where women feel supported, both personally and professionally. True inclusivity also requires a collective effort—including the support of male allies. ?? Learn more about how #YPO leaders are driving inclusive change. https://on.ypo.org/3Ppki5n #IWD2025 #InclusiveLeadership #ForAllWomenAndGirls #BetterLeadersBetterWorld #WomenInLeadership

Women leaders face many challenges, but as Maria Eugenia Brizuela de Avila shares, true #leadership begins with purpose, energy, and action. When women lead with confidence and #connection, they don’t just succeed—they flourish. YPO provides a network that empowers women to lead with resilience and strength. Ready to expand your leadership network? ?? Discover how YPO can help you grow and connect. https://on.ypo.org/3Ppki5n #ForAllWomenAndGirls #IWD2025 #BetterLeadersBetterWorld #WomenInLeadership

What an incredible journey at YPO GLC and YPO EDGE this year, in Barcelona! ???? I was proud to be one of the elected officers, empowered and trained at the YPO Global Leadership Conference (GLC) to lead with purpose, drive innovation, and make a lasting impact within our chapters, regions, and networks. We gained invaluable strategies, leadership techniques, and deep insights to help us transform our communities. Following GLC, I attended EDGE, YPO's flagship event, bringing together world class speakers, discussions and experiences that challenged and expanded our thinking. Almost 3k global leaders, CEOs and Presidents, from 80+ countries came together for an event that was equal parts learning, connection, and inspiration; and this year was even more special as we celebrated YPO’s 75th anniversary! The agenda focused on 3 major global themes: ?? The AI Revolution: Understanding AI as a paradigm shift, not just a trend, and exploring its integration into business and leadership strategies. ?? Navigating Geopolitical Uncertainty: Insights into how shifting global dynamics impact economies, businesses, and leadership decisions. ?? Unlocking Health & Wellbeing: How prioritizing personal health and longevity can enhance leadership and decision-making. Some of my biggest takeaways: ?? Reinvention is key --> The best leaders constantly adapt, whether in business or personal growth. Something that I am going through myself, at the moment (more on that later). ?? Collaboration over competition --> The best ideas come from shared knowledge, not isolation. ?? Wellbeing is a leadership skill --> Sustainable success starts with taking care of yourself and your people (I'm all about this at the moment; will soon share more details). I’m also excited to share that I’ll be taking on a new role as Vice Membership Officer for YPO UAE, partnering with Stephane and our incoming Chapter Chair Avinash. Looking forward to contributing to this incredible community and supporting more leaders unlock their full potential. A huge thank you to Sofyan, Juan M. & team for their leadership in making this such a remarkable event! And special shout-out to the YPO UAE chapter; an amazing group of people, Adriana, my friend and the best travel companion I could ask for, and all the incredible peers I met at the event. #YPO #YPOGLC2025 #YPOEDGE2025 #Leadership #AI #Geopolitics #HealthAndWellness #Entrepreneurship #YPO75 #LifelongLearning

"Mentorship creates impact that lasts a lifetime" For Shiyin Cai #mentorship isn’t just something she received—it’s something she pays forward. Through YPO, she has built a global #network of support and now dedicates her time to guiding the next generation of #WomenLeaders. ?? Learn more about how YPO women leaders are shaping the future. https://on.ypo.org/3Ppki5n #ForAllWomenAndGirls #IWD2025 #WomenWhoLead #BetterLeadersBetterWorld

Sharon Cunningham is leading #innovation at transforming #cancer treatment at Shorla Oncology. With 3 FDA-approved drugs and more on the way, her company is reimagining #oncology drugs and treatment to address gaps in care and provide for underserved populations, particularly women and children. By combining in-house #innovation with strategic acquisitions, Shorla Oncology has built a steady pipeline and growing portfolio, all in line with its mission to improve lives through #science. Learn how Cunningham continues to lead with purpose and bring #health solutions to those who need them most: https://on.ypo.org/40sNIWj #business #leadership #health #pharma #medicine

How can #businesses truly thrive without understanding the full experiences of their employees and customers? Dr. Christine Crawford shares why #GenderDiversity is not just a value but a necessity. With women making up half the workforce and customer base, businesses must acknowledge their unique perspectives to drive meaningful impact. #InclusiveLeadership isn’t just the right thing to do—it’s a business imperative. Discover how #YPO leaders are championing change. https://lnkd.in/ec5qq8TR #ForAllWomenAndGirls #IWD2025 #BetterLeadersBetterWorld

Empowered women lead the way. The next generation is watching. This?International Women’s Day, we celebrate the?leaders, changemakers, and innovators who are shaping the future. Under the United Nations' theme,?“For ALL women and girls: Rights. Equality. Empowerment,”?we recognize that leadership is not just about breaking barriers—it’s about ensuring no one is left behind. At?YPO, leadership is a lifelong journey, and today, we honor the extraordinary?women in our community?who continue to inspire, mentor, and elevate each other and the next generation. Throughout the month, YPO women leaders will share the advice, lessons, and leadership insights — because empowered women create empowered leaders. Happy International Women’s Day to the women of YPO and beyond — leaders, mentors, and changemakers who are shaping the world. #ForAllWomenAndGirls #IWD2025 #WomenWhoLead #BetterLeadersBetterWorld

#IWD2025 isn’t just about recognition — it’s about action. ? This year, the United Nations is calling for progress in women’s rights, gender equality, and empowerment, but as these three leaders prove, progress doesn’t happen with words alone. It takes bold moves, tough conversations, and a refusal to wait for permission. ? Olubunmi Aboderin Talabi is rewriting the future — literally. Through the Akada Children’s Book Festival, she’s not only increasing access to books for young readers in Nigeria, she’s also creating opportunities for female authors to be heard, published, and recognized. ? Debby Carreau, CEO & Founder of Inspired HR Ltd is breaking corporate biases and pushing beyond mentorship to sponsorship. She knows women aren’t missing from leadership because of talent, but because of systemic barriers—and she’s making sure organizations don’t just talk about change, but implement it. ? Janine Grainger didn’t wait for a seat at the table — she built her own. As Co-Founder of Easy Crypto, she’s ensuring women are at the forefront of finance, technology, and investment. Her mission? A future where women don’t just participate in finance, they lead it. ? Each of these women is proving that impact isn’t about waiting for change, it’s about creating it.? ? This #IWD2025, let’s celebrate by taking real action. https://on.ypo.org/4bLSGSl ? #ForAllWomenAndGirls #WomenWhoLead #BetterLeadersBetterWorld