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Ellect announces Advisory Board tie-up with Veblen Directors Programme

Ellect, a pioneering event series promoting gender equality and diversity in leadership, has partnered with the Veblen Directors Programme (VDP) to establish an advisory board. This collaboration aligns with Ellect’s goal of preparing 100,000 women for leadership positions.

Singapore, Singapore, 22nd Jul 2024 – Ellect, a pioneering event series dedicated to promoting gender equality and diversity in leadership, has joined forces with the Veblen Directors Programme (VDP) to establish an advisory board. VDP connects entrepreneurs and thought leaders with public and private boards.

The collaboration aligns with Ellect’s vision to prepare 100,000 women for pivotal leadership positions.

Announcing the partnership, Sandra D’Souza, CEO/Founder of Ellect and Amazon No. 1 bestselling author of “From Bias to Equality”, said: “We are thrilled to partner with VDP to enhance our mission of empowering women in leadership and board roles. By selecting two exceptional female executives, Nicki Allitt and Claire Reid, we are adding an international dynamic to our Advisory Board.

“Together, we are taking significant strides toward a more balanced and equitable world, where diverse leadership drives innovation and progress.”

Incoming Advisory Board member Nicki Allitt is the Global Head of Strategic Communications at the World Economic Forum in Geneva and brings almost 30 years of global strategic communications experience across a range of industries.

Alitt said: “I am honoured to join the Advisory Board of Ellect. I want to thank VDP for facilitating the connection for this incredible opportunity. I look forward to contributing to Ellect’s mission of fostering a more balanced and equitable world where women leaders can thrive.”

UK-based entrepreneur and investor Claire Reid brings her experience and enthusiasm for equality in leadership, as well as insights from being a woman in leadership across different sectors, from multinational corporations to SMEs.

“Supporting Women into roles of impact and influence is a passionate purpose I share with Sandra and Ellect,” Reid added. 

“I am looking forward to working alongside the other Advisory Board members, as we contribute to Ellect’s mission of empowering women and shaping a more equitable future.” 

About Ellect

Ellect is dedicated to ensuring women are not an underrepresented category in leadership and board roles, contributing to a more balanced and equitable world. Their vision is to prepare 100,000 women leaders for these pivotal positions with three programmes: 

Our Community: Ellect Women is a pioneering event series designed for senior professional women aiming for leadership and board roles. 

Our Accreditation: Ellect Stars in Gender Equality acknowledges that the company has practices in place to support gender equality in their board and their senior leadership team. 

Our Consultation and Training: a series of programs for businesses to increase women representation in C-suite and board roles.

For further information, please contact wecare@ellect.bizhttps://www.ellect.biz/.

 

About Veblen Directors Program

Veblen works with Executives, Thought Leaders and Entrepreneurs to train and connect them with public and private companies needing Board support. Veblen is a global network focused on board priorities such as Investor Relations, Good Governance, ESG and Fundraising.

For further information, please contact VDPs media relations team at info@veblendirectors.com.

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