Ellect seen on Nasdaq Tower
Sandra D’Souza as Founder of Ellect was selected as one of 13 entrepreneurs globally to participate in Nasdaq Entrepreneur Center’s Milestone Makers Program in 2021. She successfully completed the program which resulted in her profile being displayed on Nasdaq Tower among other successful entrepreneurs.
Our Mission
Ellect enabling 100,000 women worldwide to achieve leadership and board roles by 2030.
Who Do We Help
Women in Corporate roles
Women Entrepreneurs
Women in Government Jobs
Breaking The Gender Leadership Barrier
Introducing PRISM FRAMEWORK™
Ellect is on a mission to enable 100,000 women worldwide to achieve leadership and board roles by 2030.
The PRISM Framework™: A collective strategy to increase women’s representation in leadership and boardrooms by addressing systemic barriers and unconscious bias.
Presence
Ellect Fashion elevates executive presence with purpose-driven, custom-measured professional wear. Confidence starts with how you show up.
Relationship
Ellect Women events create powerful, authentic connections. Because who you know matters, and we help you to connect with the right people.
Impact
Ellect Stars recognises and accredits companies that are achieving real gender balance in leadership, inspiring others to follow suit.
Skillset
Ellepreneur equips women with entrepreneurial and leadership capabilities to take their seat at the table — or build their own.
Mindset
CoachSue, our AI-powered executive coach, helps women shift internal beliefs, build confidence, and navigate leadership challenges with clarity.
Awareness and Knowledge Sharing
“A game-changing work on crafting a gender-diverse workplace from the voices of those in charge.”
Irene Natividad
President, Global Summit of Women and Chair, Corporate Women Directors International
Introducing the “From Bias to Equality Podcast Series,” a transformative journey into the world of corporate leadership and inclusivity.
Join Sandra D’Souza, host and author of From Bias to Equality as she explores the path from biased practices to fostering diverse and inclusive workplaces.
The Gender Unconscious Bias Personality Test is a free and quick assessment that can help you uncover any unconscious biases you may have about gender. By taking this test, you’ll gain valuable insights into how you perceive and interact with gender in different situations, from the workplace to social settings and beyond.
Our Why?
We are committed to ensuring that women are not an underrepresented category in leadership and board roles so that we live in a better and balanced world.
Awards and Nominations
Ellect
Most Influential CEO 2023 –
Sydney (Business Consulting)
From Bias to Equality
Australian Business Book Awards 2023 –
Social Responsibility Finalist
From Bias to Equality
The Leadership Awards 2023 –
Leadership Book of the Year – Author Finalist
Ellect
Telstra Best of Business Awards 2024 – NSW (Accelerating Women)
Sandra D’Souza
BPW Australia National Awards 2023 – Freda Miriklis Women’s Empowerment Award
Sandra D’Souza
2024 Recalibrate Gender Equity Awards – Finalist
Our Social Impact is Good For Business
“Our work is aligned with United Nations Sustainable Development Goals No. 5 – Gender Equality and No. 10 – Reduced Inequalities.
Research upon research have shown the benefits of diversity in business. McKinsey in their research have published that Companies with low rates of both gender and racial diversity are 29% more likely to make less money (See Delivering Through Diversity 2018)
Strategic Alliances
