Why Leen Kawas Says Modern Motherhood Could Be the Secret Weapon Your C-Suite Is Missing — And Why Boards Are Blind to It
The Problem Companies Don’t Want to Admit
Most companies still operate under an outdated assumption: that serious leadership requires total professional dedication, and caregiving responsibilities are obstacles to overcome. Leen Kawas puts it bluntly when she talks about traditionally male-dominated industries—men in these sectors typically handle large workloads requiring significant time investments, and women juggling job and caregiving tasks often struggle to meet those expectations.
It’s a setup that makes no sense when you look at the data. Leen Kawas points to substantial research showing that companies with women in executive roles see higher returns, more inclusive cultures, and innovation that has “a different, unique flavor.” She’s seen this pattern repeatedly: women-led companies demonstrate 60 percent better performance than similar businesses led by men.
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