Leading with Purpose: Get to Know The Women At Soreto - Meet Shivani

At Soreto, we're all about gender equality. So, for International Women's Day 2024, we chatted with the awesome women on our team to hear what inspires them and what gender inclusion truly means to them.

Meet Shivani Jain , Sales and Partnerships Director at Soreto:

1. Hi Shivani, tell us a bit about yourself and what you do at Soreto?

I am the Sales and Partnerships Director at Soreto! The best part about working here is that it's very challenging and keeps me on my toes. This has helped me become the strong person I am today. It also taught me that with the right attitude, dedication, and hard work, I can achieve anything in life!

I come from a History and Economics background, so I've always found technology very interesting and I decided to work with SaaS companies from early on in my career. In my first job, I worked on a Women's safety App in India and met brave, strong survivors, and women who wanted to support each other to no end!

I pursued my Master's in Development Studies in the UK, and wrote my Thesis on 'How Technology Could Be Leveraged For Developmental Work' - something I am still very passionate about today! I am always on the lookout for social enterprises dedicated to this cause and try to support them however I can!

2. What is your proudest achievement whilst working at Soreto?

My proudest achievement at Soreto has been the opportunity to work with such a talented and intelligent group of people - who I learn from everyday! I am lucky to be a part of such a supportive team. One who looks after me and has helped me grow professionally and personally.

3. Which women inspire you the most?

We often talk about famous civil rights activists and women who are changing the world, but since this year's theme is inclusion, I want to take a second to talk about the everyday women! For me, the everyday women like my mother, my female friends, my female colleagues, and women in my family inspire me the most as often these women are neglected and underappreciated in their homes and their workplaces. Seeing their sacrifice and love has inspired me to do better in life and carry it forward for future generations.

From a business perspective, JK Rowling and Oprah Winfrey are profoundly inspiring figures. JK Rowling's journey from rejection to global success with "Harry Potter" and her philanthropy through organisations like Lumos and Volant showcase her commitment to positive change.

Similarly, Oprah's philanthropy and advocacy for girls' education demonstrate her dedication to empowerment. Both women used their platforms for good, and it reminds me of the importance of using our influence to uplift others and drive positive change in our communities.

4. This year’s International Women’s Day theme is #InspireInclusion, what does this mean to you?

#InspireInclusion?to me means encouraging everyone to recognise the unique perspectives and contributions of people from all walks of life and the promotion of diversity in leadership and decision-making positions. By championing such values, having a deeper understanding of them, and realising the urgency of how imperative they are, businesses can harness the full potential of diverse perspectives, leading to better decision-making and innovation!?

That's brilliant, thanks Shivani! As we celebrate International Women's Day 2024, we are reminded of the strength and diversity within our team and the ongoing journey towards achieving gender equality. We remain committed to amplifying the voices of women and advocating for greater inclusivity in all aspects of our work and beyond.