1. WISTA USA President Alexandra Anagnostis-Irons
Promoting a Diverse Workforce
WISTA USA President Alexandra Anagnostis-Irons

2. Women’s International Shipping & Trading Association
What is WISTA?
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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

3. Vision Mission Mission
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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

4. Promoting a Diverse Workplace
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Why do it?
Is it a burden?
What are the benefits?
Success Stories

5. Why do it?
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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”.

6. Burdensome or Beneficial?
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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

7. Success Stories
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8. Success Stories
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9. Success Stories
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10. Success Stories
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