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Jane Fraser on Being the Only Woman Leading a Major US Bank
Bloomberg Originalsยท2025-07-08 17:47

Diversity & Inclusion - The industry acknowledges the underrepresentation of women in leadership roles, specifically noting only one woman leading a major US bank [1] - Unconscious or conscious biases exist within the system, hindering women's advancement [2] - Diversity is not just a matter of fairness but a competitive advantage, as excluding women cuts off access to 50% of the workforce [4] - The business case for diversity is overwhelmingly clear, and it's frustrating when people don't recognize it [4] Challenges & Opportunities - It's frustrating when women are asked questions that men in similar positions are not [3] - The focus should be on providing opportunities for everyone, creating a win-win situation rather than a zero-sum game [3] - Breaking through and achieving gender equality should become business as usual, not an unusual occurrence [2]