"This year’s theme for International Women’s Day – Accelerate Action – places a significant task upon our shoulders. At the current rate of progress, it is estimated that it won’t be until 2158 that we achieve full gender parity, which is about five generations from now, according to data from the World Economic Forum."
For those of us leading the cybersecurity industry forward, we need to step outside the box and take more significant and more ambitious strides forward in our goal of increasing representation and creating an inclusive culture. I’m seeing a need for more diverse voices across cybersecurity. This gap requires organisations to create environments where everyone feels empowered to speak and contribute.
In my role at Rubrik as Vice President, Global Channels and Alliances, I am committed to promoting equity and inclusion with fair hiring practices, which means that our final stage candidates should always reflect diverse groups. This approach has led to 33% of our channel organisation being represented by women. As great as this accomplishment is, achieving higher representation isn’t the only goal towards a truly equitable workforce. Organisations must ensure these employees have the opportunities and support to reach their full potential, which is what I am also keenly focused on at Rubrik. In addition to contributing to talent retention and growth, I strive to foster an inclusive culture where everyone can thrive, emphasising the importance of diversity and equality within our organisation."
