What’s Stopping Women in Tech from Thriving?
In today’s episode of the All Inclusive Podcast, we welcome Susanne Kirndorfer, former Head of Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion (Europe) at ThoughtWorks. Susanne dives into breaking barriers for women in tech, sharing how to navigate systemic biases, champion inclusion in leadership, and create equitable workplace cultures.
She reveals practical strategies to bridge the gap between mentorship and sponsorship, foster inclusive environments, and implement accountability measures for leaders, highlighting how organizations can move beyond performative DEI efforts to drive real change. Susanne also discusses the impact of gender stereotypes in tech, the role of allyship, and why inclusion must be a shared responsibility across all levels of an organization.
Don’t miss this insightful conversation with one of today’s leading voices in workplace inclusion and equity!
Connect with Susanne Kirndofer: https://www.linkedin.com/in/susanne-kirndorfer/
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Episode Highlights
00:00 - Introduction
04:30 - What’s Holding Women in Tech Back?09:20 - The Sponsorship Gap: Why Mentorship Isn’t Enough15:10 - Breaking Stereotypes & Building Inclusive Workplaces22:45 - Measuring Progress: How to Track Real Inclusion30:50 - Leadership’s Role in Driving Change40:20 - The Future of Women in Tech & Final Thoughts
All Inclusive with Natasha Rainey
Tune into Natasha Rainey’s weekly discussions with industry leaders, workplace culture experts, and innovators from top global companies. Explore actionable strategies for creating inclusive, thriving work environments that foster belonging, drive innovation, and elevate performance. Let’s reimagine the future of workplace culture—one conversation at a time.
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