
The reskilling revolution can transform the future of work for women
The need for digital skills is an opportunity to keep more women in the workforce and ensure they reach more senior roles.
Degree in Government and East Asian Studies, Harvard College; Postgraduate degree in Business, Harvard Business School. With Boston Consulting Group (BCG): 1984, with Tokyo office; 1988, managed global Post Merger Integration topic, led Consumer Practice, New York and Global Marketing & Sales practice; 2007, re-joined Tokyo office; currently, Senior Partner, Managing Director and Global Marketing Leader. Member, Executive Committee, BCG.
The need for digital skills is an opportunity to keep more women in the workforce and ensure they reach more senior roles.
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