Based on trends in its industry related to more female enrollments in accounting than male enrollments, continued turnover and stagnation of female managers, more flexible work arrangements being offered to females, and women occupying only 11-31% of all senior leadership positions in its industry, Skoda Minotti recognized the need to enhance its recruitment, retention, and advancement of women; sustain a positive and supportive environment for the firm’s female employees; and offer work/life balance which enables women to succeed both in and outside the office.
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