The Business of Learning, Episode 85: Women at Work — How L&D Can Drive Career Growth

Despite strides toward gender equity, women in the workplace continue to encounter systemic challenges that hinder their career progression. While representation in executive roles has improved over the past decade — rising from 17% to 29% of C-suite positions, according to McKinsey — women, particularly those from underrepresented backgrounds, remain significantly outnumbered. In this episode of The Business of Learning, we spoke with Neha Trivedi, CPTM, HR director, learning and development and talent development at Alight Solutions, to learn more about how L&D can help support women’s career growth. Tune in now to hear the conversation, where we discuss: Real-world examples of programs that have had an impact on women’s career growth. The importance of coaching, mentoring and sponsorship opportunities. Partnering with HR and other business units to create comprehensive development strategies, ensure equitable access to leadership opportunities and embed inclusive practices across the organization.

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This episode is 36:05 long.

This episode was published on Mar 27, 2025.

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