KEYNOTE The Economic Argument: Why supporting women in the workplace is not just morally good, but economically essential
About
Ian Elliott, UK chief people officer at PwC, delivered an inspiring talk, calling for employers, as critical stakeholders and drivers of change, to take responsibility to reduce the organisational inequalities that exist, and which are further delaying progress.
As Elliott pointed out: “Young women entering the workplace today will wait 50 to 70 years before the gender pay gap is eroded if change is not accelerated. Research from PwC's Women In Work Index showed there would be a $4.6trillion gain from increasing the female employment rate across the OECD to match that of Sweden’s, and to close the gender pay gap, that would increase female earnings at the same time by $2tn across the OECD, which would of course pour back into the economy. Apart from the fact it would be fairer, the impact gender parity would have on all our businesses would be huge.”
Speaker
Ian Elliot
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I am PwC UK’s Chief People Officer. I am passionate about cultivating a fair culture which embraces difference and about leading our people as they continue to grow, develop and flourish in their careers at PwC.
I have over 20 years' experience of Forensic work and in recent years I have led a number of the most high-profile investigations in the UK for a range of private sector and Government clients.
I have extensive experience of investigations into both financial and non-financial matters, typically involving highly sensitive and confidential issues, often across multiple jurisdictions. I regularly advise clients on bribery and corruption matters, governance and risk and a range of technology issues, including cyber security and information governance.
I'm married to my wonderful wife Sarah and we have two fantastic daughters, Ellie and Amy. I'm lucky to call Ilkley in Yorkshire my home and in my spare time you will find me training for my next marathon, walking in the Yorkshire Dales or on the Northumberland coast, watching live music or supporting my beloved Newcastle United.
