WISTA USA President Alexandra Anagnostis-Irons Promoting a Diverse Workforce WISTA USA President Alexandra Anagnostis-Irons
Women’s International Shipping & Trading Association What is WISTA? USA Women’s International Shipping & Trading Association WISTA is a worldwide networking organization for women at the management level in the maritime industry WISTA has over 2500 members in 34 countries WISTA USA, comprised of 391 from 21 states & DC, has the most members
Vision Mission Mission USA Vision WISTA is a professional organization for women in shipping and related fields, focusing on improving levels of competency in the maritime industry Mission To attract more women into the industry and support women in management positions. With networking, education and mentoring, WISTA enhances members' competence and empowers them in their careers
Promoting a Diverse Workplace USA Why do it? Is it a burden? What are the benefits? Success Stories
Why do it? USA If you want to participate in a global arena, you have to be able to understand the needs and expectations of other cultures. Diversity generates a wider spectrum of ideas and solutions. Finding the right person for the “job”.
Burdensome or Beneficial? USA Burden Benefit Fair employment practices Greater innovation Continual training Drives economic growth Marketing of EOE practice Greater talent selection Clear communication Lower turnover Increased levels of competitiveness (market) Increased productivity
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