7 MAY2025W MAN LEADERGLOBAL W MAN LEADERGLOBAL Editor's NoteWomen Leaders: Harbingers Of Change And Prosperity In The Mexican Business LandscapeIn 2024, Nobel Lauriette, Claudia Sheinbaum made history by being chosen as Mexico's very first woman female to be President elect. This development has finally moved the needle for gender equality in the South American nation. But what does it say about gender equality in the country on a whole?Its notable that Mexico achieved 50% female representation in its national parliament in 2024, making it one of the six countries worldwide to achieve such high proportion of women representatives in the parliament. Unfortunately, equal progress has not been made in terms of women's representation in leadership positions in the country's business sector. A McKinsey & Company study from 2022 found that Mexico only had one in ten women CEOs. The number is a far cry from women's representation in the parliament. It is critical for any country's holistic development to promote women into leadership roles. More women at the top are not just an ethical imperative, but also impacts businesses positively. To promote the cause of having more women in leadership roles, GWL magazine shines the spotlight on women leaders who have achieved this feat. One such name to be covered in the current magazine edition of GWL is Nancy Martinez, CEO, Grupo Live. Nancy is a pioneer in helping companies create strategies where well-being and happiness in the workplace are their main competitive advantages. She leads innovative strategies to transform organizational culture, integrating well-being and happiness with productivity. With a passion for helping organizations become more profitable and humane, she assists their employees in progressing and improving their lives.This month, we also feature an interaction with Greta A. Jacobs, Compliance and Risk Prevention Partner, Calatrava Consultores. Greta A. Jacobs is an accomplished compliance and risk prevention expert with a solid foundation in legal risk and compliance. Her extensive experience overseeing a wide range of compliance programs, such as anticorruption, antitrust, and ethics, includes successful contributions to the operations of multinational corporations, like Citibank and Walmart, as well as various privately held businesses. Currently, she offers comprehensive consulting services that address all facets of risk prevention and compliance, helping organizations navigate complex regulatory landscapes.Also read in interview with Jimena Rubio Doring, Founding partner of Rubio & Asociados, who is committed to redefining conventional legal service framework aspiring women leaders to leverage cutting-edge strategies to generate lasting business impact and offer pragmatic solutions. Jimena is a strategic thinker and a forward-looking entrepreneur who has introduced innovative models that simplify decision-making and elevate analytical standards in the legal industry.These prolific women leaders are the harbingers of change and prosperity in the Mexican business landscape. Do let us know your thoughts. Rachita SharmaManaging Editor
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