July 2024
Rally against the "double bind" holding women down!
Inclusive Business Innovation
We're teaming up with Rotman’s Executive Programs to present an exciting online asynchronous course: Inclusive Business Innovation. The course is led by GATE's founding director, Sarah Kaplan, and a host of other engaging faculty, and seamlessly integrates business analytics, human-centred design, and inclusive leadership. Together, we'll unveil untapped avenues for business innovation by employing an intersectional gender lens. Earn your microcredential today!
How many LGBTQ+ corporate directors does Canada have? We investigated
Sarah Kaplan and Jane Griffith discuss barriers that keep LGBTQ+ people out of leadership roles and board directorships, and what corporates can do to help.
MiCrédito: Designing microfinance products for first-time women entrepreneurs in Nicaragua
This case study examines how Mujer Emprende, a microcredit product developed by MiCredito uses innovative features to de-risk 'risky' clients and maintain profitability, all while supporting women led businesses.
Busted
Busted is a podcast series that busts prominent myths surrounding gender and the economy by teaming up with leading experts in the field. We uncover the origins of myths and find out what the research actually says and give you the tools to bust each myth yourself!
Pigment Paradox: A podcast on colourism in India and beyond
In this podcast, BMO GATE MBA Fellow Nishtha Taneja tackles the tough topic of colourism in the workplace and beyond.
Women see less benefit of returning to office: report
GATE's Senior Research Associate Carmina Ravanera speaks to HRD Canada about remote work and making workplaces more inclusive.
May 2024
Accessibility is NOT Optional!
Traditional corporate leadership structures are failing women in the C-suite
GATE's research on capital markets is featured in this article on corporate leadership and the lack of representation of women in the C-suite. (Photo credits: Shutterstock via The Conversation)
Lavender Ceiling: LGBTQ+ Board Directors in Canada
A research overview on LGBTQ+ representation in Canadian corporate boards. In partnership with LGBTQ+ Corporate Directors Canada Association.