She highlighted several strategies for enhancing women’s representation in the workplace. She emphasized the importance of having a 50% slate of women candidates during recruitment, regardless of the current representation levels. Roma also advocated for diverse hiring panels to mitigate groupthink and ensure diverse perspectives are considered. Additionally, she encouraged organizations to broaden their search beyond specific industries or functions and focus on candidates’ competencies and potential. She noted that creating a virtuous cycle through strong initial hires can lead to increased representation over time.
