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title: "Driving gender balance in insurance: why men and women must work together"
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# Driving gender balance in insurance: why men and women must work together

[Carmen Powell](https://iscmembers.isc-group.co/blog/author/carmen-powell)

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Stronger businesses are built when men and women lead together. Collaboration across genders drives better decisions, greater innovation, and stronger cultures.

In her latest article in [Insurance Business UK](https://www.linkedin.com/company/insurance-business-uk/), [Carmen Powell](https://www.linkedin.com/in/carmen-powell369/), CEO of [ISC Group](https://www.linkedin.com/company/iscgroupglobal/) explores how the insurance industry is at a pivotal moment in the pursuit of true gender balance. She shares, "With a shared commitment, clear strategy, and a focus on long-term cultural change, organisations that embrace cross-gender collaboration and balanced leadership will not only unlock the full potential of their talent, but also gain a distinct competitive advantage."

Read the full article at [https://www.insurancebusinessmag.com/uk/news/breaking-news/driving-gender-balance-in-insurance-545839.aspx](https://www.insurancebusinessmag.com/uk/news/breaking-news/driving-gender-balance-in-insurance-545839.aspx) 

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