AND-E Introduces Elevate Initiative, Empowering Women in Leadership Positions
In a significant stride towards gender equality, AND-E (Aioi Nissay Dowa Insurance Europe) has launched the 'Elevate' program, a comprehensive leadership development initiative designed to empower female colleagues and foster a more inclusive work environment within the organization.
The 12-month 'Elevate' program, which will support 14 colleagues from various areas of the business, aims to dismantle barriers for women and propel them forward in leadership roles. The program is co-created with Michelle Minnikin, an organizational psychologist and advocate for cultural change, and includes sessions for male leaders to explore gender dynamics and allyship.
The 'Elevate' program is built on the Rise Above methodology, focusing on dismantling deep-rooted conditioning, perfectionism, and people-pleasing. It offers expert coaching, Strengthscope assessments, real-world application, and peer-led storytelling to help participants navigate their leadership journeys.
Warren Hetz, UK CEO of AND-E, stated that the 'Elevate' program aims to create a ripple effect, embedding inclusivity and collaboration into the organizational culture. This initiative aligns with the direction of the Financial Conduct Authority (FCA) by contributing to a more structured and measurable approach to diversity and inclusion.
By investing in women through programs like 'Elevate', AND-E aims to remain an employer of choice for diverse talent in the financial services sector. The program is part of a broader approach to foster allyship, collaboration, and mentorship within AND-E, and is one component of a comprehensive strategy to focus on ED&I within the organization.
The 'Elevate' program is not the only initiative aimed at promoting gender diversity in leadership roles. Navigator Investment Services in Singapore has also launched ELEVATE, an enablement ecosystem for financial advisers, providing best-in-class insights, resources, and value-added services to support advisers in delivering meaningful advisory to their clients.
While specific details about the 'Elevate' program by AND-E are not widely documented, the program's objectives are clear: to create a more inclusive and equitable work environment, to enhance female representation in leadership, and to demonstrate a commitment to cultural change in the insurance sector. The 'Elevate' program is hoped to inspire others to follow suit in promoting sustainable gender equality.
- AND-E's 'Elevate' program, designed to foster a more inclusive work environment, not only focuses on leadership development for women but also includes sessions for male leaders to understand gender dynamics and allyship.
- The 12-month 'Elevate' program, based on the Rise Above methodology, provides expert coaching, Strengthscope assessments, and peer-led storytelling to help participants navigate their leadership journeys and dismantle deep-rooted conditioning.
- By investing in the 'Elevate' program, AND-E aims to remain a preferred employer for diverse talent in the financial services sector, contributing to a more structured and measurable approach to diversity and inclusion, as directed by the Financial Conduct Authority (FCA).
- Inspired by AND-E's 'Elevate' program, Navigator Investment Services in Singapore has launched ELEVATE, an initiative aimed at providing resources and services for financial advisers to uphold gender diversity in leadership roles.
