To commemorate the International Women’s Day, we are featuring women who have made notable contributions in their respective industries. We aim to explore the tenacity of each and discover how they pushed boundaries to rise to the top.
What is the main challenge that you’ve faced as a woman in your industry?
To prove that a TV presenter in our century is beyond a good looking woman.
What has been the most empowering moment in your career?
Being addressed as educated, sophisticated not only in the field of my career but also the degree I hold.
Which powerful woman do you admire the most and why?
Serena Williams – she is committed and devoted to her passion not letting any barrier stop her from her goals and dreams.
Do you have any advice for women wanting to start their own business or work their way up the ladder?
Never wait for someone to create your opportunity, build one for yourself, alter it to you and never stop working towards your dreams. Think about it, work for it and it will happen.
What main change would you like to see for young girls in the next generation?
To create their own opportunities and not depending on the boxes society has built up for them to fit in only. Society needs to be more supportive in the directions they choose to build up on.