It happened! The first 'Flipping Feminism' event took place in Davos at the World Economic Forum - a CNBC televised debate asking 'Why Sex Matters' to engage men (as well as women, but that's easier) on gender equality in the corporate world.Our panel was fantastic. Sir Martin Sorrell, Carlos Ghosn and Muhtar Kent gave passionate speeches. But it was the women who got me really excited because it's such a rare treat to meet female global business leaders (because there are so few of them)! Orit Gadiesh, the Bain and Co Chairwoman, was laser sharp with real X-Factor. Arianna Huffington was smart, humorous, kind and a very classy lady. And Sheryl Sandberg instantly became my hero. Google her and you'll see why. She's truly remarkable yet still manages to be a warm, humble and generous person who clearly does all she can to support other women.
Take a look at the video if you have time http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=nw0vaRiWIp0
and send me your critique or just check out what others have said following a New York Times write-up: http://dealbook.blogs.nytimes.com/2010/01/30/tale-of-woman-sleep-deprivation-and-financial-meltdown/
