The Week That Was: Grey Grants $9,500, ITT Inc. Appoints Mary Laschinger, Orzigul Kozikhonova Represents Uzbekistan & More

Today, many women are stepping into their more assertive side, showing leadership qualities and proving they can stand alongside men in various roles. These women leaders are making impressive strides, emphasizing their management skills and displaying all the talents they possess. Over the past decade, we've seen a noticeable rise in women starting their own businesses and actively participating in corporate and entrepreneurial spaces, which has contributed quite a bit to societal growth. What used to be a male-dominated industry is now seeing more women taking on important roles.

Recently, the Global Woman Leader Team added several inspiring women to their list, aiming to motivate others around the world to chase their dreams. We’ve made sure to celebrate all the major accomplishments of women without missing a beat.

Explore GWL’s news section to know more.

Grey Grants $9,500 to Support Four Women Founders in Brazil & Nigeria

Global banking platform Grey, has recently revealed the winners of its ‘UpGreyed Her’ 2025 initiative, celebrating women shaping the future of international business. It awarded $9,500 in equity-free grants to four women-led ventures, highlighting its evolution from an Africa-focused program to a global catalyst for female entrepreneurship.

CIC Group & Women's World Banking Drive Inclusive Insurance for Women in Africa

CIC Group joins forces with Women’s World Banking (WWB) to expand gender-responsive insurance offerings in underserved markets. The partnership aims to scale innovative, inclusive insurance solutions that empower women economically and protect long-term wellbeing.

American Manufacturing Company ITT Inc. Appoints Mary Laschinger to Board of Directors

Mary Laschinger was elected to the Board of Directors of ITT Inc. (NYSE: ITT) on May 21, with immediate effect. As the former Chair and CEO of Veritiv Corporation, a significant provider of business-to-business distribution solutions, Laschinger brings a wealth of leadership experience from 2014 until 2020, when she retired.

Orzigul Kozikhonova Represents Uzbekistan at International Youth & Women's Forum

Orzigul Kozikhonova, the Chair of the Senate Committee of the Oliy Majlis of Uzbekistan on Youth, Women, Culture, and Sports, took part in the "Women's Perspective" session of the 16th International Economic Forum "Russia – Islamic World: KazanForum," held in Kazan, the capital of the Republic of Tatarstan, Russian Federation.

Dr. Sarah Johnson Appointed Senior Vice President for Office of Johns Hopkins

Johns Hopkins Medicine (JHM) officially has appointed Sarah Johnson Conway, M.D. as the permanent Senior Vice President of the Office of Johns Hopkins Physicians (OJHP) and Physician Group Practice, overseeing both Johns Hopkins Medicine and the Johns Hopkins Health System. Dr. Conway assumed the role on an interim basis in November 2023, and now she permanently assumes the role.