Why We Need More Women in the C-Suite (And the Numbers Prove It)

Let’s start with the ugly truth: women hold less than 30% of C-suite positions and only about 10% of Fortune 500 CEO roles.

But here’s the kicker: when women are in leadership, companies are 25–30% more likely to outperform their peers. Translation? Fewer women at the table = leaving money on the table.

Why Women Leaders Outperform

1. Different Perspectives = Better Decisions
   Diverse leadership teams avoid echo chambers and spot opportunities others miss.

2. Empathy as a Strength
   Women leaders tend to emphasize culture, retention, and customer experience, three things that directly impact revenue.

3. Strategic Risk-Taking
   Contrary to old stereotypes, studies show women in leadership take calculated risks that often pay off more sustainably.

So What’s the Problem?

Bias. Plain and simple. Women are too often underestimated, second-guessed, or pigeonholed into “support” roles rather than growth-driving leadership positions.

Why This Matters for Your Business

If your executive team doesn’t reflect diversity in gender and perspective, you’re operating at a competitive disadvantage.

This isn’t about “checking a box.” It’s about unlocking performance that’s been sitting right in front of us. It’s time for more women to take their rightful seat at the growth table.