Many firms have created employee resource groups, diversity councils, and allyship or mentorship programs for women. Yet where do these well meant initiatives translate into meaningful change – and how?

Most large companies around the world – even in countries where representation isn’t mandated -- have programs in place that have been designed to increase the number of women in senior leadership roles. Unfortunately, despite the many programs, the number of women on boards, in the C-Suite, and roaming the hallways of senior management remains woefully low. Only a few companies are truly moving the needle… but how?

Here, some of the world’s success storie....