NYWICI Presents: Roundtable Discussion
with Global Women in PR –
Harassment in the Communications Industry
Results from Global Women in PR’s Annual Index revealed that more than half—53%--oof women of all levels reported facing harassment in their workplace, the most common forms being psychological, power and personal harassment. Approximately one third of those who reported the harassment either left or were encouraged to leave their organizations, while no action was taken in the case of another third.
With many companies continuing to grapple with the optimal mix of remote vs. in-person working, the index also explored the prevalence and perceived benefits of flexible work as well as the impact of flexible work on career progression.
Conducted in partnership with the strategic insight agency Opinium, this research covers women working in PR across 35 countries divided equally between agency and in-house plus 10% independent practitioners.
Our panelists will discuss the findings of this year’s index and explore solutions to drive positive change in the industry.
Date: January 31, 2024 | 12:00 - 1:00 pm EST
Location: Virtual Event on Zoom (Link to Event Will be Received Post Registration)
This is event is complimentary admission for all.
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ABOUT SUE Hardwick
Sue was a board director at Affinity (part of Porter Novelli Countrywide) and Media Square. She has run her own boutique PR business specializing in sport sponsorship, luxury goods and telecommunications.
She has close links with the leisure marine industry handling global communications for number of clients within this sector. She has strong organizational and creative abilities, is a good communicator and excellent strategic thinker. An experienced advisor on communications issues, Susan has handled a wide portfolio of UK and international clients in the drinks industry, sport, education and telecommunications.
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ABOUT LINDA DESCANO, CFA®
Linda is a past president of New York Women in Communications and currently serves as the organization’s Treasurer. Linda’s day job is as Executive Vice President at Havas Red, where she specializes in corporate communications and leads the agency’s global executive visibility practice, Peaks. A CFA® charterholder, Linda brings financial and analytical savvy that helps her deliver data-driven results for clients and the boards on which she serves. Linda joined Havas in October 2015 after serving in numerous senior-level positions at Citi, including as CEO of the bank’s award-winning financial services business for women, Women & Co., and CAO of Global Marketing & Public Affairs.
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ABOUT melissa arulappan
Melissa Arulappan has spent over three decades in challenging and exciting communication roles in the corporate and consultancy sector in India. She is currently Director, Communications at Target in India. She was earlier India Communications Head of healthcare service firm IQVIA and, prior to that, Vice President & Director, Development of the erstwhile Corporate Voice | Weber Shandwick (now Weber Shandwick). Passionate about nurturing and developing talent, Melissa is actively involved in teaching PR and running professional development initiatives. She enjoys travelling, baking and sports. Melissa holds a postgraduate degree in medical and psychiatric social work and an advanced diploma in PR, and is a Chevening Scholar, Women in Leadership and Management. She was also a Reputation Today’s 100 Most Important Professionals in 2020 and is listed as a social media influencer in the PR industry in India. She is a Founder Member and Vice President of the Global Women in PR – India Chapter and was earlier Council Member of the Global Communication Certification Council (GCCC) of the International Association of Business Communicators (IABC).
