Maersk Blazes a Shipping Diversity Trail With First Female CFO

Maersk Blazes a Shipping Diversity Trail With First Female CFO

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The video discusses the historic appointment of a female CEO in the shipping industry, highlighting the challenges and dismal statistics of gender diversity in sectors like shipping and energy. It emphasizes the pressure companies face from investors to improve gender representation and the importance of including women in leadership roles. The conversation also touches on the need to address the talent pipeline to ensure more women can reach C-Suite positions.

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1.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What is the significance of the recent appointment of a female CEO in the shipping industry?

It marks the first female CEO in 114 years.

It is a temporary position.

It is the first time a CEO has been appointed in the industry.

It signifies the end of gender diversity issues.

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MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What percentage of female representation is noted in industries like shipping, oil, and energy?

25%

3%

10%

50%

3.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What is one of the pressures companies face regarding gender diversity?

Pressure from public pensions

Pressure to increase profits

Pressure to hire more male employees

Pressure to reduce workforce

4.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What challenge is associated with increasing female representation in leadership roles?

No available leadership positions

Lack of interest from women

Limited pool of female candidates

Excessive female candidates

5.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What is suggested as a solution to improve female leadership representation?

Hiring more male leaders

Developing a pipeline for future female leaders

Reducing the number of leadership roles

Focusing only on board positions