Episodes Description

In today’s episode of the All Inclusive Podcast, we welcome Susanne Kirndorfer, former Head of Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion (Europe) at ThoughtWorks. Susanne dives into breaking barriers for women in tech, sharing how to navigate systemic biases, champion inclusion in leadership, and create equitable workplace cultures.

She reveals practical strategies to bridge the gap between mentorship and sponsorship, foster inclusive environments, and implement accountability measures for leaders, highlighting how organizations can move beyond performative DEI efforts to drive real change. Susanne also discusses the impact of gender stereotypes in tech, the role of allyship, and why inclusion must be a shared responsibility across all levels of an organization.

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🎥 In this episode, Susanne Kirndorfer discusses:

• Why women are often over-mentored but under-sponsored—and how leaders can bridge this gap to create real opportunities.
• The systemic biases that prevent women from advancing and how organizations can dismantle these barriers.
• The role of mentorship, sponsorship, and accountability in building diverse leadership pipelines.
• Why inclusion must be a shared responsibility and how companies can integrate DEI into their core business strategy.

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