Transforming Tech Leadership: Women’s Leadership Program

95%
apply program learnings directly at work
92%
developed skills to advance their careers
87%
grew personally and professionally

Introduction

A leading European semiconductor company, with deep roots in innovation and a strong global footprint, recognized a critical challenge: a male‑dominated workforce with limited representation of women in leadership roles. Like much of the semiconductor industry, the organization faced the need to strengthen its leadership pipeline and retain talent.

  • 95% apply program learnings directly at work
  • 92% developed skills to advance their careers
  • 87% grew personally and professionally
  • 87% built meaningful peer connections

The Challenge

Addressing Imbalance in a Male-Dominated Industry

A young professional woman is sitting at a desk in front of a computer, smiling and waving at her screen.

As the company grew, the company recognized the need to strengthen its leadership pipeline and retain diverse talent.

  • Workforce imbalance: Predominantly male leadership in a highly technical field.
  • Retention risk: Women professionals lacked clear pathways to advancement.
  • Collaboration needs: Global teams require stronger cross‑cultural leadership skills.

The organization sought a solution that would not only equip women with leadership skills but also transform organizational culture.

As part of the Women’s Leadership Program, participants defined their leadership style, broadened influencing skills, and learned from mentors across the company.
— VP,
Talent Acquisition & Inclusion

The Aurora Solution

Scaling a Program that Transforms Skills, Mindsets, and Behaviors

A man and woman professional are sitting at a desk in front of a computer monitor, and the text from the computer screen is overlayed so we can see what they're looking at.

In 2023, the company partnered with Aurora to launch the Women’s Leadership Program (WLP). Designed to empower women leaders, the program combined experiential learning, mentorship, and global collaboration.

  • Program Growth:
  • 2023: 30 participants
  • 2024: 60 participants
  • 2025: 120 participants

Aurora’s approach emphasized mindset shifts, leadership behaviors, and peer networks — creating a scalable model that aligned with the company’s culture of innovation and inclusion.

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This program is not just about gaining new skills; it’s about transforming mindset and leadership behaviors. Since completing the program, we’ve seen stronger self‑awareness, confidence, and a commitment to mentoring others.
— Manager,
Aurora Participant

The Results

Measurable Growth, Stronger Collaboration, and Empowered Leaders

The impact of the WLP has been both measurable and transformative:

95%
apply program learnings directly at work
92%
developed skills to advance their careers
87%
grew personally and professionally

Broader Impact

Redefining Leadership Pipelines for Innovation

By investing in women leaders, the semiconductor company is reshaping its leadership pipeline and setting a precedent in the European semiconductor industry. The program has:

  • Increased representation of women in leadership roles
  • Strengthened collaboration across global teams
  • Enhanced retention and engagement of high‑potential talent
  • Positioned company as a champion of equity and inclusion in tech
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