Europe's Top 10 Women CEOs Leading the Business World of 2024

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Women Leaders Trailblazing Europe urope stands witness to a remarkable evolu?on in corporate leadership, with women CEOs at the forefront of driving E change and innova?on. These visionary leaders break barriers, challenge stereotypes, and reshape the business landscape with their strategic vision and unwavering determina?on. From mul?na?onal corpora?ons to innova?ve startups, women CEOs across Europe are making significant strides in diverse industries, including technology, finance, healthcare, and manufacturing. Their leadership is characterized by resilience, crea?vity, and a commitment to driving sustainable growth and social impact. Despite facing systemic challenges and cultural biases, these trailblazing women thrive in tradi?onally male-dominated sectors, proving their capabili?es as astute decision-makers, inspiring mentors, and agents of posi?ve change. Their achievements reflect their success and symbolize progress toward greater gender equality and diversity in corporate leadership. Through the latest edi?on of Europe's Top 10 Women CEOs Leading the Business World of 2024, these leaders drive financial performance and priori?ze social responsibility, environmental sustainability, and inclusive growth. Their leadership extends beyond boardrooms, fostering inclusive work cultures, championing diversity, and empowering the next genera?on of female leaders. In an era of rapid technological advancement, geopoli?cal uncertainty, and global challenges, the leadership of women CEOs brings a fresh perspec?ve, resilience, and agility to navigate complexi?es and drive business success. Their contribu?ons are reshaping the business world of 2024 and beyond, se?ng new standards for leadership excellence and inspiring future genera?ons to strive for greatness. Robert฀S. E E

Women Leaders Trailblazing Europe urope stands witness to a remarkable evolu?on in corporate leadership, with women CEOs at the forefront of driving E change and innova?on. These visionary leaders break barriers, challenge stereotypes, and reshape the business landscape with their strategic vision and unwavering determina?on. From mul?na?onal corpora?ons to innova?ve startups, women CEOs across Europe are making significant strides in diverse industries, including technology, finance, healthcare, and manufacturing. Their leadership is characterized by resilience, crea?vity, and a commitment to driving sustainable growth and social impact. Despite facing systemic challenges and cultural biases, these trailblazing women thrive in tradi?onally male-dominated sectors, proving their capabili?es as astute decision-makers, inspiring mentors, and agents of posi?ve change. Their achievements reflect their success and symbolize progress toward greater gender equality and diversity in corporate leadership. Through the latest edi?on of Europe's Top 10 Women CEOs Leading the Business World of 2024, these leaders drive financial performance and priori?ze social responsibility, environmental sustainability, and inclusive growth. Their leadership extends beyond boardrooms, fostering inclusive work cultures, championing diversity, and empowering the next genera?on of female leaders. In an era of rapid technological advancement, geopoli?cal uncertainty, and global challenges, the leadership of women CEOs brings a fresh perspec?ve, resilience, and agility to navigate complexi?es and drive business success. Their contribu?ons are reshaping the business world of 2024 and beyond, se?ng new standards for leadership excellence and inspiring future genera?ons to strive for greatness. Robert฀S. E

CONTENTS 08 Strength in Adversity: Insights and Inspiration from Sarah Watts COVER STORY Articles Breaking Barriers European Women CEOs Making 18 Strides in Corporate Leadership Trends, Challenges, and Opportunities Exploring the Dynamics of the European 22 Business Landscape

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C Strength in Adversity: Insights and Inspiration from o S v t e o Sarah r r y Watts “Over the last 25 years we’ve completed 250 leisure developments, and currently have more than £500m of projects in various stages of planning or construction.” Sarah Wa?s CEO Alliance Leisure

Europe's Top 10 Women CEOs Leading the Business World of 2024 approach ensures excellence at every stage from scoping to Sevenoaks District Council. “It really made me reflect on hriving communi?es boast inclusive leisure facili?es, ongoing sustainability. Through her leadership, Alliance our journey,” she recalls. vibrant spaces for all ages and abili?es. Laughter Leisure develops spaces and empowers leisure operators T mingles with ac?vity, fostering social connec?on and with sales, marke?ng and customer excellence From humble beginnings, naviga?ng challenges with well-being. Here, health and happiness intertwine with programmes. determina?on and resilience to now overseeing everyday life. This is the vision brought to life by Alliance remarkable projects like the £20m Whiteoak Leisure Centre As a leader in the industry, Sarah and Alliance Leisure stand in Kent, Sarah’s trajectory exemplifies the power of Leisure, the UK’s leading leisure development specialist. as pillars of exper?se. With an end-to-end solu?on for perseverance and vision. “If my ?me was going to be spent For over 25 years, they’ve been transforming spaces into public sector bodies, they streamline the process of away from them, it had to be spent doing something ac?ve environments that nurture health and happiness in scoping, procuring and building sustainable leisure facili?es worthy of my ?me,” she affirms. These experiences have everyday life. epitomizing efficiency and exper?se. shaped her career path and reaffirmed her commitment to excellence in the leisure industry. Pioneering this transforma?ve path is Sarah Wa?s, CEO of Perseverance and Purpose Turning Adversity into Opportunity Alliance Leisure. With her visionary leadership, Sarah has Sarah reflects on the pivotal moments that have guided her spearheaded numerous projects, each one exemplifies her career journey. “Having my daughters changed me Sarah’s journey in the leisure industry is a living example of commitment to thriving communi?es. From mul?-site fundamentally as a person,” she shares. Parenthood ignited the transforma?ve power of passion and perseverance. C regenera?on ventures to op?mizing government funding a newfound sense of purpose, compelling her to seek “I’ve benefited hugely from physical ac?vity throughout my for sustainability, Sarah’s impact spans far and wide with meaningful pursuits. life,” she shares, highligh?ng the personal significance of o investments totaling over £370 million. exercise. Mo?vated by her experiences and a desire for v Transi?oning from small-scale projects to larger endeavors, posi?ve change, Sarah founded Alliance Leisure 25 years Sarah found herself at a crossroads when Alliance Leisure ago. Juggling motherhood and consultancy work, she e Sarah’s dedica?on to community impact and social value is embarked on its first major construc?on venture with seized opportuni?es to make a difference in public leisure. evident in every project she undertakes. Her holis?c r “Our original proposi?on was financial,” she recalls, reflec?ng on the challenges of introducing innova?ve S funding solu?ons to hesitant stakeholders. t A pivotal moment arose when a council’s funding for o leisure facili?es in Kingston upon Hull was abruptly r withdrawn. “Someone in the council remembered a mad girl who’d been talking about financing,” Sarah recounts. In y a daring move, she stepped in to salvage the development which was marking a turning point for Alliance Leisure. This project exemplifies Sarah’s knack for turning adversity into opportunity. “Notably, Sarah’s vision extends past business success. “I want to help ensure that different types of exercise can be made achieving 100% available to everyone,” she emphasizes, advoca?ng for confidence in leadership inclusive and accessible fitness opportuni?es. Moreover, from every team member is she is commi?ed to nurturing talent, par?cularly among young women. “When people have talent, it deserves to be among Sarah’s proudest nurtured,” Sarah asserts, emphasizing the importance of achievements, as mentorship and support in career development. recognized by Investors This serves as inspira?on for everyone for social change in People.” alike. Sarah’s journey underscores the value of resilience, innova?on and a steadfast commitment to one’s vision. As she con?nues to pioneer advancements in the leisure industry, her impact resonates outside the confines of business.

A Well-Rounded Educa?on Redefining Limits Sarah reflects on the enduring impact of her educa?on at Sarah reflects on the challenges of scaling Alliance Leisure Loughborough University. “My educa?on at Loughborough to address broader community needs. “One of my biggest gave me such valuable experiences,” she recalls. The challenges was transi?oning Alliance Leisure from single university ins?lled in her a sense of independence while fostering las?ng friendships that con?nue to shape her site developments to delivery transforma?on across en?re professional endeavors. por?olios,” she shares. This shi? requires close collabora?on with local authori?es to align leisure As a CEO, Sarah emphasizes the importance of striking a provision with broader place and regenera?on agendas. balance between independence and rela?onship-building. “Success as a CEO relies on a good balance of Expanding the business meant recrui?ng top talent but independence and being able to work hard under your own steam alongside being able to make and maintain really also diversifying the supply chain to accommodate projects strong rela?onships,” she affirms. of varying scales. “I’m now proud that Alliance Leisure can deliver projects of a scale that I never could have foreseen Her passion for leisure was cul?vated during her university C twenty-five years ago,” Sarah remarks. years and propelled her into the sector. This founda?on fueled her interest in sports and paved the way for her to o The challenges Sarah faced and overcame underscore the become deeply involved in the leisure industry. v importance of adaptability and strategic expansion in Sarah’s journey reflects the value of both personal growth e mee?ng evolving industry demands. With a dedicated and professional networking. The lessons learned at team and a robust supply chain, Alliance Leisure con?nues r Loughborough con?nue to influence her approach to to pioneer transforma?ve projects that exceed leadership and collabora?on, reinforcing the significance of S expecta?ons and drive posi?ve change in communi?es. a well-rounded educa?on in shaping successful careers. t Self-Belief in Ac?on o r Sarah reflects on the invaluable lesson she gleaned from her spor?ng endeavors, par?cularly Judo. “The greatest y thing I learned from sports—Judo in par?cular is definitely the importance of self-belief,” she shares. Her determina?on to achieve her black belt at a young age, “Motivated by her despite doubts from others, fueled her drive to succeed. experiences and a desire for positive change, Sarah This consistent self-belief extends to her professional life, where Sarah encourages her team to push boundaries and founded Alliance Leisure 25 years aim higher. “I’m always encouraging my team to push ago. Juggling motherhood and harder and aim higher with their work too,” she affirms. consultancy work, she seized Their bold approach has led to surprising successes, with Alliance Leisure securing contracts that seemed out of opportunities to make a reach ini?ally. difference in public leisure.” This exemplifies the power of self-confidence and perseverance. Her experiences on the Judo mat con?nue to inform her leadership style inspiring both herself and her team to pursue excellence and overcome challenges with firm determina?on.

our senior team have been with us for over a decade,” Celebra?ng Commitment Sarah notes proudly. This loyalty is a representa?on of the company’s reputa?on as a fair and flexible employer. Sarah likens her approach to nurturing her business and team to that of a mother. “I have always nurtured the Sarah expresses gra?tude for her team, describing them as business and the team as a mother,” she shares. Drawing dedicated, hard-working individuals. Their commitment has contributed to Alliance Leisure’s reputa?on for from her personal experience, she emphasizes the longevity and stability. Notably, achieving 100% confidence importance of providing support both professionally and “Success as a in leadership from every team member is among Sarah’s personally. CEO relies on a good proudest achievements, as recognized by Investors in People. balance of independence Flexibility is the founda?on of Alliance Leisure’s work and being able to work culture, allowing individuals to balance their work and Her leadership philosophy reinforces the value of empathy, hard under your own flexibility and mutual respect in fostering a thriving work personal commitments. “We adopt a very flexible approach environment. As Alliance Leisure con?nues to grow and steam alongside being able to work,” Sarah explains, highligh?ng the company’s evolve, Sarah remains commi?ed to suppor?ng her team commitment to empowering its team members. to make and maintain and nurturing a culture of success and sa?sfac?on. C really strong The result of this suppor?ve environment is evident in the Leading with Strength o relationships.” long-term dedica?on of Alliance Leisure’s staff. “Most of v Sarah reflects on the challenges she faced in a predominantly male-dominated sector. “Par?cularly in the e early days the sector was incredibly male-dominated,” she r recalls. As one of the few women in leadership posi?ons, she o?en found herself overlooked in mee?ngs, despite S her exper?se. t Despite these obstacles, Sarah remains steadfast in her o approach. “Essen?ally, I don’t diminish myself as a woman r “I’ve had to make sacrifices along the way,” she or my womanhood in order to fit around a male-centric acknowledges. Sarah recalls missing some of her A pivotal moment occurred in 2004 when the PWLB industry – it’s more like a superpower,” she asserts. Rather y daughters’ school produc?ons and working late into the devolved borrowing responsibility to local authori?es, than conforming to stereotypes, she embraces her unique night a?er they were asleep. However, her daughters reshaping funding dynamics. “We had to really quickly perspec?ve and strengths. affirm that they always felt like a priority. evolve, becoming a development partner,” Sarah recalls. This shi? led Alliance Leisure to pioneer the concept of Her resilience has paid off, as she now stands as a Now that her daughters have le? home, Sarah priori?zes development partnerships, revolu?onizing the industry. trailblazer for women in the industry. “Here I am twenty- self-care. “I s?ll find it’s really important to make ?me to five years later, with the incredible opportunity to open take care of myself – whether that be by exercising or Con?nuing to push boundaries, Alliance Leisure introduced doors for women in the industry that were firmly shut for enjoying a cocktail or two!” she affirms. As she navigates diverse facili?es like spas, ten-pin bowling and high ropes me not so long ago,” Sarah reflects. the demands of work and personal life, Sarah suggests this into the public sector. “We con?nue to bring the newest as a reminder of the importance of priori?zing both family and most sought-a?er products to our clients,” Sarah Priori?zing Family and Well-Being and self-care amidst professional responsibili?es. emphasizes. Collabora?on with a shi?ing supply chain ensures ongoing innova?on and relevance. Sarah reflects on the challenges of balancing motherhood Empowering Health and Happiness with the demands of Alliance Leisure. “Ironically, I le? my Today, Alliance Leisure goes beyond revenue-focused role at Bristol City Council to dedicate more ?me to the Sarah reflects on Alliance Leisure’s journey of innova?on projects, focusing on social needs and sustainability. Sarah family, but once Alliance Leisure became established the and adapta?on in the ever-evolving landscape of leisure. explains that Alliance Leisure repurposes, remodels and demands of the business on my ?me put incredible stress “The landscape of leisure has changed astronomically since develops new wellness facili?es. The company offers on my role as a mother,” she shares. Despite the Alliance Leisure first began,” she notes. An?cipa?ng shi?s comprehensive advisory services from facility feasibility to difficul?es, Sarah managed to maintain a semblance of scoping the art of the possible. and trends, the company has stayed abreast of innova?ons balance, making sacrifices along the way. and also driven them forward.

“Her passion for leisure was cultivated during her university years and propelled her into the sector.” Currently, Alliance Leisure is spearheading a transforma?ve Looking ahead, Sarah envisions a health-focused future for project with Durham County Council. “We are developing the leisure sector. “I’ve set up a ‘health supergroup’ to and building a whole host of facili?es (five so far) as part of embed health-related programming across the sector,” she a £100m+ transforma?on programme,” Sarah reveals. This reveals. This ini?a?ve reflects Alliance Leisure’s ambi?ous ini?a?ve is set to revolu?onize fitness provision in the county, showcasing the impact of collabora?ve commitment to advancing community well-being and partnerships and high-quality workmanship. driving posi?ve change in the industry. Staying Strong The Power of Collabora?on Sarah encourages women to embrace their strengths and Sarah emphasizes the importance of fostering genuine remain resilient. “Own your strengths and don’t let people dim your light and your courage,” she advises. Recognizing rela?onships and delivering top-quality work. “It ul?mately the uniqueness and capabili?es of women is crucial. comes down to fostering a genuinely friendly and collabora?ve rela?onship whilst delivering the highest Despite challenges, Sarah emphasizes the importance of standard of work possible,” she explains. This approach has perseverance. “Keep working hard, even when ?mes are been integral to Alliance Leisure’s success. tough,” she urges. Balancing hard work with enjoyment is crucial for maintaining well-being and resilience. When iden?fying talent for their team, Sarah priori?zes Her words serve as a reminder for all readers to remain individuals who can cul?vate strong client rela?onships. steadfast in their pursuits, celebrate their achievements “The capability to create that rela?onship is what we look and priori?ze self-care amidst life’s demands. out for most when we spot talent,” she notes. This emphasis on collabora?on has led to longstanding partnerships with some local authori?es spanning over two decades.

Breaking Barriers European Women CEOs Making Strides in Corporate Leadership A n the tradi?onally male-dominated world of corporate leadership, European women CEOs r I are increasingly breaking barriers, sha?ering t glass ceilings, and redefining the landscape of business leadership. Despite facing systemic i challenges and cultural barriers, these trailblazing c women are rising to the top of their respec?ve l industries, challenging stereotypes, and inspiring future genera?ons of female leaders. e The Rise of Women CEOs in Europe In recent years, Europe has witnessed a significant increase in the number of women ascending to the highest ranks of corporate leadership. From mul?na?onal corpora?ons to innova?ve startups, women CEOs are making their mark across diverse industries, including technology, finance, healthcare, and manufacturing. This rise in female leadership reflects a growing recogni?on of the value of diversity in driving business success, fostering innova?on, and enhancing corporate governance. MAY 2024 MAY 2024 www.ciowomenleaders.com www.ciowomenleaders.com 18 19

Challenges Faced by Women CEOs in organiza?onal culture, leadership development, and diversity ini?a?ves. By championing gender equality, "The future belongs to Despite progress, women CEOs in Europe con?nue to face promo?ng inclusive leadership, and empowering women numerous challenges on their path to leadership. Gender to reach their full poten?al, these trailblazing leaders are those who believe driving meaningful progress toward a more equitable and bias, stereotypes, and unconscious bias o?en hinder women's advancement in the corporate world, leading to diverse business environment. in the beauty of underrepresenta?on in senior management and board their dreams." posi?ons. Addi?onally, women are more likely to Conclusion encounter barriers related to work-life balance, childcare - Eleanor Roosevelt responsibili?es, and access to networks and mentorship European women CEOs are making significant strides in opportuni?es. corporate leadership, breaking barriers and paving the way for future genera?ons of female leaders. Through Breaking Barriers and Overcoming Adversity resilience, determina?on, and visionary leadership, these trailblazing women are challenging stereotypes, driving Despite these challenges, European women CEOs have innova?on, and making a posi?ve impact on the corporate demonstrated resilience, determina?on, and excep?onal world and beyond. As we celebrate their achievements, let leadership skills in naviga?ng the complexi?es of the us con?nue to support and empower women leaders, corporate world. Through perseverance, hard work, and ensuring that diversity and inclusion remain central pillars strategic decision-making, they have sha?ered stereotypes, of business leadership in Europe and beyond. challenged tradi?onal norms, and proven their ability to lead with vision, integrity, and innova?on. Examples of European Women CEOs Making Strides 1. Isabelle Kocher - Former CEO of ENGIE: Isabelle Kocher made history as the first female CEO of a major French mul?na?onal corpora?on, leading the energy giant ENGIE from 2016 to 2020. Under her leadership, ENGIE underwent a successful transforma?on, focusing on renewable energy, digitaliza?on, and sustainability ini?a?ves. 2. Helena Helmersson - CEO of H&M Group: Helena Helmersson became the CEO of H&M Group in January 2020, making her one of the few female leaders in the global fashion industry. She is commi?ed to driving sustainability ini?a?ves and digital innova?on at H&M while also promo?ng diversity and inclusion within the organiza?on. 3. Emma Walmsley - CEO of GlaxoSmithKline (GSK): Emma Walmsley became the CEO of GSK in 2017, becoming one of the most prominent women leaders in the pharmaceu?cal industry. She has focused on strengthening GSK's pharmaceu?cals business, driving innova?on, and enhancing the company's pipeline of new drugs. Impact on Corporate Leadership and Beyond The rise of women CEOs in Europe is not only reshaping the corporate landscape but also inspiring posi?ve change MAY 2024 www.ciowomenleaders.com 20

Trends, Challenges, and Opportunities Exploring the Dynamics of the European Business Landscape he European business landscape is a dynamic and ever-evolving A ecosystem that encompasses a diverse range of industries, T cultures, and economic systems. From the bustling streets of Paris r to the financial hubs of London and Frankfurt, Europe offers a rich t tapestry of opportuni?es for entrepreneurs, investors, and innovators alike. Further, we will delve into the current trends shaping the European i business scene, the challenges faced by companies opera?ng in the c region, and the myriad of opportuni?es wai?ng to be seized. l Trends Shaping the European Business Landscape e 1. Digital Transforma?on: Like the rest of the world, Europe is undergoing a digital revolu?on, with businesses embracing technology to streamline opera?ons, enhance customer experiences, and drive innova?on. From e-commerce giants like Amazon to fintech startups revolu?onizing the banking sector, digitaliza?on is reshaping tradi?onal business models across the con?nent. 2. Sustainability and Corporate Responsibility: With growing concerns about climate change and environmental degrada?on, European businesses are increasingly focusing on sustainability and corporate responsibility. Companies are implemen?ng eco-friendly prac?ces, reducing carbon footprints, and inves?ng in renewable energy sources to meet consumer demand for greener products and services. 3. Rise of Entrepreneurship: Europe has seen a surge in entrepreneurial ac?vity in recent years, fueled by a vibrant startup ecosystem, access to venture capital, and government support for innova?on. Ci?es like Berlin, Stockholm, and Barcelona have emerged as hotspots for startups, a?rac?ng talent from around the world and fostering a culture of crea?vity and collabora?on. MAY 2024 MAY 2024 www.ciowomenleaders.com www.ciowomenleaders.com 22 23

www.ciowomenleaders.com 4. Globaliza?on and Interna?onal Trade: Despite 2. Sustainability Solu?ons: The growing demand for geopoli?cal uncertain?es and trade tensions, Europe sustainable products and services presents opportuni?es remains a key player in the global economy, with for businesses to differen?ate themselves and tap into new businesses expanding their reach beyond domes?c market segments. Companies that priori?ze environmental borders. The European Union (EU) provides a single market sustainability, social responsibility, and ethical prac?ces can of over 450 million consumers, facilita?ng trade and gain a compe??ve edge and build long-term brand loyalty. investment across member states and beyond. 3. Interna?onal Expansion: Despite challenges such as Challenges Facing European Businesses Brexit and regulatory complexity, Europe remains a lucra?ve market for companies looking to expand 1. Regulatory Complexity: The European business interna?onally. Strategic partnerships, joint ventures, and landscape is characterized by a complex regulatory mergers and acquisi?ons can help businesses enter new framework with varying laws and regula?ons across markets, diversify revenue streams, and capitalize on different countries and industries. Naviga?ng this emerging opportuni?es. regulatory maze can be daun?ng for businesses, especially Some small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) looking to 4. Talent Acquisi?on and Diversity: Europe boasts a highly expand interna?onally. skilled workforce, mul?cultural talent pool, and diverse customer base, providing businesses with a compe??ve 2. Brexit Uncertainty: The United Kingdom's departure advantage in the global marketplace. Inves?ng in talent from the EU has introduced a new layer of uncertainty for acquisi?on, training, and diversity and inclusion ini?a?ves Women businesses opera?ng in Europe. The implica?ons of Brexit can foster innova?on, crea?vity, and employee on trade, supply chains, and regulatory compliance are s?ll engagement, driving business success. unfolding, posing challenges for companies with opera?ons are born in the UK and the EU. Conclusion Leaders 3. Economic Vola?lity: Europe has faced economic The European business landscape is a dynamic and challenges in recent years, including sluggish growth, high mul?faceted ecosystem shaped by evolving trends, unemployment rates, and sovereign debt crises in some complex challenges, and abundant opportuni?es. From countries. Economic vola?lity and uncertainty can impact digital transforma?on and sustainability to globaliza?on consumer spending, investor confidence, and business and innova?on, businesses across Europe must navigate a expansion plans, crea?ng headwinds for companies across rapidly changing environment to thrive in today's the region. compe??ve marketplace. By embracing change, leveraging strengths, and seizing opportuni?es, European companies 4. Digital Disrup?on: While digitaliza?on presents can chart a course for sustainable growth, innova?on, and opportuni?es for businesses, it also poses challenges, success in the years to come. par?cularly for tradi?onal industries that are slow to adapt to technological change. Companies risk being le? behind if they fail to embrace digital transforma?on and innovate in response to changing consumer preferences and market dynamics. Opportuni?es for Growth and Innova?on 1. Emerging Technologies: Europe is home to leading research ins?tu?ons, tech startups, and mul?na?onal corpora?ons driving innova?on in areas such as ar?ficial intelligence, blockchain, biotechnology, and clean energy. Inves?ng in emerging technologies can posi?on businesses for future growth and compe??veness in global markets. MAY 2024 www.ciowomenleaders.com 24

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Europe's Top 10 Women CEOs Leading the Business World of 2024

Europe's Top 10 Women CEOs Leading the Business World of 2024

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