Balance the Board was created in 2022, by two of the founders of Plan B Mentoring – a mentoring platform set up in 2017 to help women progress to senior leadership and board level. Its aim was simple; to encourage women to believe in themselves and their ability to contribute at the most senior levels, to the success of their organisations, through advice and support from objective mentors. Today, Balance the Board goes beyond gender diversity, supporting and embracing all under-represented communities, encouraging greater balance on boards and championing more inclusive cultures. It's mission is to equip talented individuals from all dimensions of diversity to be the best they can be, through empowerment, learning and challenge, by creating a network that will mentor and support the next generation of inclusive leaders. Thank you for a great session today - all the mentors were brilliant and gave me some really good insight and guidance.. Plan B is such a great idea! I thoroughly enjoyed the sessions.. It has certainly given me a chance to reflect and think about how I grow and release my potential! Each of the mentors gave me valuable feedback and food for thought in the short time I spent with them. I never fail to be blown away by Plan B events - virtual or otherwise. I think it’s the immense generosity of time, insights and advice that the Mentors give, Also, exposure to such high achievers and thoroughly nice people. I got so much out of this even The Plan B Programme and mentors have given me the confidence to focus on the progression of my career. Such a wealth of experience, success and talent across the entire hospitality sector willing to support and encourage me to step out of my comfort zone and maximise my potential. Not only has this benefited me but also my company. Since joining Plan B I have gained 2 promotions within the same employer. Thank you so much for the opportunity. I thoroughly enjoyed meeting all the mentors, I still can't quite believe Plan B exists. I have to pinch myself that I've 'found' hospitality - the warmth, support and incredible generosity I've witnessed in only a few months - blows me away. We run regular speed-mentoring events where you get the opportunity to have up to five 15-minute mentoring sessions with the cream of industry boardrooms. You can share your challenges and ask for advice that will help your career soar.
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"A Mentor is someone who allows you to see the hope inside yourself."
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The transformative power of cross-company mentoring—a cornerstone of our efforts at Balance the... The proportion of women in board roles in Britain’s biggest listed companies has risen above 40%... The Female FTSE Board Report is an annual publication looking at trends in women’s... The study reveals how gender disparities are worsening in the face of “cascading” global... Women account for only 23% of senior leadership roles. Career investors provide vital career growth.
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Harnessing cross-company mentorship for meaningful change
13 June 2024
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Women in board roles at UK’s biggest listed firms above 40% for first time
1 June 2023
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Female FTSE Board Report
1 June 2023
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Without investment, gender equality will take nearly 300 years: UN report
1 June 2023
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Mentors Aren't Enough: What Women Need to Advance
24 April 2023
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