The Network for current and aspiring women CIO's
What are She-IO's Misson, Values & Vision?
Mission
Empowering women CIOs to thrive through collaboration, mentorship, and professional growth within our dedicated network.
Values
1. Empowerment: Fostering an environment where the skills and talents of women CIOs flourish.
2. Collaboration: Encouraging a collective approach where knowledge sharing and mutual support lead to collective success.
3. Diversity and Inclusion: Committed to creating equal opportunities for women, anyone who identifies as a woman and non-binary leaders at every level within the tech industry, with a focus on executive/c-suite level.
4. Innovation: Embracing innovation as a driving force, encouraging creative thinking and technological advancements led by women in leadership.
5. Integrity: Upholding the highest standards of integrity, fostering an environment built on trust, honesty, and ethical conduct.
6. Role Modeling: Dedicated to serving as role models for aspiring women CIOs, demonstrating leadership, resilience, and excellence to inspire the next generation of technology leader
7. Research: Understanding and identifying the barriers for the next generation of CIOs and supporting them on their path
Vision
Pioneering a future where women CIOs thrive, fostering a network that not only breaks barriers but actively increases opportunities for women in technology leadership, shaping a more inclusive and diverse industry.
She-IOWhat is She-IO?
The famous adage says it’s “lonely at the top” and all the data captured regarding women leaders in technology backs this up:
Globally, women remain underrepresented in leadership roles in the tech industry,
including Chief Information Officer positions.
According to a 2021 survey by ISACA, women make up around 22% of IT professionals
globally, highlighting the gender gap in the tech sector.
Women account for less than a third of FTSE 100 CIOs
In the UK, the percentage of women in technology leadership roles, including CIOs, has historically been lower than in other industries.
According to the 2020 "Women in Tech" report by Booking.com, women hold only 12% of leadership roles in technology in the UK.
Being a senior female technology leader can put incumbants in a position of isolation. Some women would never consider the option of becoming a CIO as they don’t believe they have the correct skills. She-IO aims to create a network of supportive members to provide opportunities for discourse outside of the workplace, to provide a supportive environment to all women and non-binary technology leaders and to help those with the correct skills and attributes to become senior leaders.
Contact
For more information, please contact
info@She-IO.com