Opinion

June 29, 2020

There’s never been a better time to hire women in tech

The rise of remote and flexible working and a looming recession mean tech companies have fewer excuses not to hire women — and more incentives to do so.


Caroline Ramade

5 min read

Caroline Ramade, founder and CEO of 50intech

When pressed on their lack of gender diversity, companies often focus on the pipeline problem — the suggestion that there aren't enough women entering STEM fields. 

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