Thursday, June 17, 2010

In the U.K., Tough Times For Female Directors


Lucy Dimes embodies what it means to be determined. With a degree in business, an M.B.A. from the London Business School and a graduate of Harvard Business School's Global Women in Leadership Program, 44-year-old Ms. Dimes has always been keen to stretch her abilities and take on new challenges.

That's why she's here today at 20 Carlton House Terrace, the headquarters of mining company Anglo American PLC. All the approximately 45 other women are seeking exposure to the chairmen and other top executives who influence British board appointments.

The rare meeting has been organized by the Professional Boards Forum, who say they bring together leading chairmen with outstanding female board candidates, as part of a broader push to include more women in powerful positions in the U.K.

See full Article.