Empowering Tomorrow's Leaders: Lenovo's Trailblazing Women Leadership Program
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Embark on an inspiring journey into Lenovo's groundbreaking initiative aimed at cultivating and empowering women leaders. In this session, we delve deep into the strategies, insights, and transformative impact of Lenovo's highly successful women leadership program. Discover how Lenovo has prioritized diversity, equity, and inclusion by designing a comprehensive program that addresses the unique challenges and opportunities faced by women in the tech industry. From coaching and skill development to networking and advocacy, the program is underscored by executives' commitment to the participants' success and advancement. Explore how Lenovo fosters a supportive ecosystem for women to thrive and ascend to leadership positions.
Learning Objectives:
- Explore the Structure and Components of Lenovo's Women Leadership Program: Examine the key elements of the program designed to empower women, including coaching, skill development, networking, and advocacy.
- Analyze Strategies for Overcoming Barriers to Female Leadership: Investigate the specific barriers that women face in advancing to leadership positions in the tech industry and how Lenovo's program addresses these challenges. Learn about the strategies and initiatives implemented by Lenovo to eliminate these barriers and promote gender equity.
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Jennifer Broerman Spencer
As the Director, Global Diversity & Inclusion, Jen improves the work experience for all employees through inclusive programs, policies, and behaviors. During her 9+ years at Lenovo, Jen has held several roles within HR. With over 20 years of experience in leadership and development, she has a deep understanding of how to create and deliver effective training programs that promote a more inclusive culture. Working women and mothers are especially important to Jen. She founded and co-chaired Lenovo’s new mother’s group for 3.5 years and is an active board member of Women in Lenovo Leadership (WILL). Jen has a MBA from The George Washington University and a bachelor’s degree in Journalism from the University of Wisconsin Madison. Outside of work Jen enjoys spending time with her husband and two young daughters. She loves yoga and hiking.