HEATHER CYKOSKI
ESG LEADERSHIP
HEATHER CYKOSKI
TITLE : SENIOR VICE PRESIDENT , INDUSTRIAL AUTOMATION US & PROCESS AUTOMATION
COMPANY : SCHNEIDER ELECTRIC INDUSTRY : ENERGY and tracking our progress within our business ,” she says . “ We ’ re creating opportunities for women and witnessing their growth first-hand .”
As sustainability becomes a core part of company strategy , proposition , and culture , are we likely to see more gender diversity in leadership ?
DeLuca believes so . She says data shows that more diverse leadership and more diverse teams boost productivity , attract new talent , build more trust , boost profitability , create new opportunities , and more . As companies continue to invest in ESG strategies , they will continue to see the benefits of more diverse leadership teams and prioritise those leaders as part of their culture and strategy .
LOCATION : CANADA
Heather became an engineer because she knew she “ could bring something different to the profession as a woman ”. She ’ s now spent 25 years in energy and industrial engineering , securing numerous honours , including being named 10 Most Influential Women in Technology in 2020 . As SVP , Heather works closely with partners and stakeholders to address the industry ’ s green energy trilemma of balancing modernisation plans , managing security concerns , and working within limited resources . “ We empower individuals and organisations of all kinds to make the most of the energy and resources they have available , bridging progress and sustainability for all .” sustainabilitymag . com 103