Denise Mannix

With an established and acknowledged career in gender equity, leadership and organizational development, Denise has earned a reputation as a speaker, conference chair and moderator at global conferences; an invited contributor for webinars, podcasts, and articles; while leading the Lean In Network Energy team in its segment on women and the energy industry on Bloomberg TV’s Advancements with Ted Danson, broadcast globally. Her passionate interest in difference and gender equity has seen her ‘do’ not just ‘talk’. Denise founded Equity in Leadership purposed to achieve executive and board equity for women; is President of Lean In Network Energy a global, non-profit dedicated to challenging, changing and collaborating for elevating women and advancing gender equity in the energy sector and beyond; and, underpinning the knowledge and research she brings to her agency, advocacy, and influence in her soon-to-be-completed PhD by Research focusing on gender equity for women in executive leadership. Denise is highly-qualified, credentialled and practised in a variety of leadership, transformation and emotional intelligence programs including The Leadership Challenge, 4 Disciplines of Execution, MSCEIT (Mayer, Salovey, Caruso Emotional Intelligence Test) and ETaC (Evaluating Truth and Credibility). She has also developed and conducted mentoring/coaching programs. An original and inspired thinker, Denise is defined by her tireless energy and commitment to make real change by creating a legacy of advancing gender equity. She is frequently described as a ‘straight-talker’ and ‘inspirational’.

Session Overview

Wednesday, 5 November

16:45

Diversity, Leadership and Development Conference Room A 16:45 - 17:25

How can the energy sector navigate DEI amid global political shifts?

From clean energy technologies and rapidly advancing artificial intelligence (AI) capabilities to innovative financing mechanisms and forward-thinking policymaking, the energy sector is in the throes of unparalleled transformation. As a critical pillar of the global economy, the associated opportunities are immense. However, our industry will also need to overcome various challenges in order to ensure energy remains a force for opportunity and shared prosperity. Adopting a more diverse, equitable and inclusive approach to industry progress and strategic growth, for instance, has become increasingly complex, especially in the context of recent political shifts. Exploring the intersection between political dynamics, energy policy, organisational strategy, and diversity, equity and inclusion (DEI) initiatives will play a crucial role in helping our industry navigate the way forward.

Attendee insights:

Better understand DEI’s impact on the evolution of the global energy sector as organisations attempt to reconcile workforce strategies with a rapidly shifting political landscape.

Thursday, 7 November

14:00

Voices of Tomorrow Conference Room B 14:00 - 15:00

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Achieving gender parity in leadership roles at energy organisations

A BCG study reveals a clear link between diversity and inclusion and improved financial performance. Notably, energy companies with above-average representation of women in top roles (21% or higher) saw significant increases in returns on equity. Moreover, diverse and inclusive workplaces attract a wider range of talent, retain staff more effectively, and boost employee satisfaction. By creating an environment that values diversity and fosters inclusion, energy companies can tap into the best minds and drive innovation in the industry’s future.

Attendee Insight:

Share strategies and explore how different businesses are excelling in the advancement of gender parity in leadership to better drive innovation and problem-solving.