Elena Aktypi

Managing Director, We Lead

Eleni is the Managing Director of WE LEAD, a nonprofit organization founded by Libra Philanthropies in 2023 to empower women to shape the future of everything, starting with the tech industry. With the vision of a world where all women - cisgender and transgender - have equal opportunities to enter, grow, and lead in the technology sector, WE LEAD offers a holistic career development program that gives participants the tools and knowledge they need to succeed. Prior to her current role, Eleni worked as a Head of Marketing and Communications at Dialectica, a fast-growing information services company with offices across the world. Before that, she was leading the global communication strategy of Blueground, a real estate tech company that re-invents the way people experience big-city living. She started her career at PR agencies when she was working with big corporations on their communications strategies. Eleni holds a diploma in Negotiations and a Bachelor’s degree in Business Administration from Athens University of Economics and Business.

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Upcoming Sessions

May, 30, 2024
16:00 -
16:30 EEST
30 MINS
STAGE: NEW STAGE
Culture

[Roundtable Discussion] How to Create an Inclusive Culture and Improve Recruitment Diversity in Tech

This roundtable discussiom aims to provide guidance on how to foster an inclusive culture and enhance recruitment diversity within the tech industry. By implementing these strategies, companies can create a more welcoming environment for individuals from diverse backgrounds, leading to improved innovation, productivity, and overall success.

Key Points of Discussion
1) How do you create a culture that values diversity and promotes inclusivity? Which are the methods that help to encourage open dialogue, respect different perspectives, and provide opportunities for professional growth and development?
2) What are some challenges that tech businesses often face in becoming a more inclusive brand? How can you implement unbiased hiring practices? What actions can you take to enhance the inclusiveness and accessibility of your recruitment processes?
3) How can tech leaders embrace the value of inclusion as a driver for growth and success in the tech industry and encompass different perspectives, experiences, and ideas?
4) How can you establish Diversity, Equity and Inclusion Initiatives and develop specific initiatives and programs aimed at increasing diversity within the organization?
5) How do you regularly monitor and evaluate the effectiveness of diversity and inclusion efforts?
Elena Aktypi
Elena Aktypi
Managing Director, We Lead
Christina Leimoni
Christina Leimoni
Chief Operations Officer Southeastern Europe, Microsoft
Eleftheria Despoinara
Eleftheria Despoinara
Applied Intelligence Principal Director | I&D Lead, Accenture

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Diversity And Inclusion DEI Summit 2024

June, 5, 2024
16:00 -
16:30 EEST
Diversity, Equity & Inclusion as a Culture

[Roundtable Discussion] Diversity, Equity & Inclusion as a Culture: How to Change the Status Quo

Organizational purpose has a big impact on its mission, customers, employees, and how competitive it is. Today, businesses are expected to tackle social issues like racism, inclusion, the climate crisis, and sustainable development.

Leaders face the question of how to use their corporate voice and influence. We chat with executives who are actively shaping their company's values to create a diverse and inclusive culture.

Our panel discussion looks at diversity, equity, and inclusion (DEI) in driving positive change. The panelists will challenge the usual way of doing things and share DEI strategies and best practices for organizations. They'll talk about DEI as a shift in culture, not just a set of rules. They'll look at how to make DEI a part of the core values and everyday actions.
Elena Aktypi
Elena Aktypi
Managing Director, We Lead
Zefi Dimadama
Zefi Dimadama
Secretary General for Equality and Human Rights
Dr Lilian Dogiama
Dr. Lilian Dogiama
Head of Equality, Diversity, Inclusion and Belonging, Cambridge University Press & Assessment

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