This International Women’s Day, Women in Family Business is proud to launch Women in Power: Lived Realities of Leadership in Family Enterprises—a groundbreaking report authored by Marina Vaughan Spitzy and Ramia Marielle El Agamy. Based on a global survey of 106 women, this study explores the candid experiences, challenges, and triumphs of women leading within family enterprises. From informal entry and role ambiguity to prolonged proving periods, the report sheds light on the realities that shape their leadership journeys.
The findings reveal a powerful insight: women’s capability and commitment are rarely in doubt. What often varies is the clarity of their mandates, the transfer of authority, and the readiness of the systems they enter. Rather than focusing on comparison or generalization, this study illuminates the lived experiences of women in leadership, offering practical recommendations for fostering more inclusive and intentional transitions.
To celebrate the launch, we invite you to watch our exclusive video discussion and listen to the full podcast episode embedded below, where Marina and Ramia delve into the report’s key insights, personal stories, and actionable steps for creating environments where women can thrive.
For those eager to dive deeper, the full report is available for download. Explore the data, stories, and recommendations that can transform how family enterprises prepare for and empower women in leadership roles.
At Women in Family Business, we believe that understanding these realities is the first step toward meaningful change. This International Women’s Day, let’s celebrate the women reshaping family enterprises and commit to building systems that meet them halfway.