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 Vision
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
Our Programs
Community
Ellect Women is a pioneering event series designed for senior professional women aiming for leadership and board roles.
It provides a platform for networking and collaboration, fostering valuable connections to support and empower women in their growth to top-tier positions. This event stands as a beacon for women leaders, offering the tools and community needed to lead and succeed in their respective fields.
Accreditation
Ellect Stars in Gender Equality acknowledges that the company has practices in place to support gender equality in their board and their senior leadership team.
The qualifying companies are then eligible to receive a digital badge (using blockchain technology and cannot be copied by others) that they can proudly showcase their achievement on their website or social media.
Consultation/Training
Ellect offers consultation/training programs for both individual and businesses to increase Women Representation in C-Suite and Board Roles.
For Individuals:
- Ellepreneur – coming soon
- Career Accelerator Program (Coaching) – coming soon
- Directors Program
For Businesses:
- Executive Gender-Inclusive Briefing
- Gender-Inclusive Advisory Program
- Lead Across Boundaries
- Women@Ellect
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
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)