Success Stories from Women Rising and Male Allies Programme

Since 2021, we’ve supported the participation of 83 women and 25 male allies at Theta.

The Women Rising initiative is all about career empowerment and leadership development. Our next cohort is scheduled for March 2026.

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Highlights from Participants

The latest cohort of the Women Rising programme and the Male Allies have kindly shared a few insights about their growth journeys with us. Here’s a glimpse into how the programme has helped to support their goals.

In what ways has the Women Rising programme impacted your professional journey and what's a standout moment from your experience in the programme?

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Kei Serrano – Product Marketing Manager

Participating in the Women Rising program was a fun and insightful experience. I found myself gaining clarity, confidence and a renewed sense of purpose in my career and within my role. I’ve always loved what I do, and this program reaffirmed why I need to continually pursue and grow in my career. But most importantly, to pursue it with more gratitude than the day before.

The course content was thoughtfully designed with a mix of inspiring discussions and actionable strategies. But beyond the curriculum, the connections I made were truly the highlight. Engaging with fellow women professionals not only broadened my perspective but also strengthened my network.

Overall, the Women Rising program gave me a confidence boost to take up more space and get more curious and learn from others.

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Shikha Gupta – Test Analyst

This program has been a wonderful platform to connect with women from all around the world. The lessons and content are so thoughtfully designed that with each module, you feel more connected, confident, and inspired.

One of the most eye-opening realizations for me was discovering just how loud my inner critic had been. Many talks and examples truly shook me, prompting me to re-think certain aspects of my life. I began organising my days much more effectively.

Key takeaways:

• Crafting a clear vision for my life and defining my purpose.
• Identifying and developing my strengths.
• Asking myself “What do I truly want most?” and moving toward it with the right tools.
• Gaining clarity on the roles of mentors and sponsors - and learning how to fast-track results through their guidance.
• Developing executive presence and effective communication to elevate my career impact.

This program has inspired a mindset shift that will stay with me forever.

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Meg Hope – Lead Consultant

For me I enjoyed the programme and found it enlightening, especially in regards to leaning into leadership and understanding how to overcome my internal critic.

The group sessions for me were my favourite part – as having a platform to discuss vulnerable things with my female peers in male dominated industries offered great perspective.

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Donald Long – Managed Service Operations Practice Lead

Growing up, I was surrounded by strong women -my three sisters and my mother - all of whom commanded respect and stood their ground. I never recognised the gender biases they faced, such as the "Double Bind" and "Likeability Penalty," until I participated in the Women Rising - Male Allies program. This experience revealed the challenges they overcame, especially exclusion from "The Old Boys Club," without ever giving up.

Reflecting on this, I realised my unconscious bias in linking their success to being formidable. I was wrong and now realise that no woman should need to be considered “formidable” to be seen as an equal in the workplace.

Now, I actively work to ensure fairness for female colleagues and appreciate my family’s true qualities: tenacity, courage and indomitable spirit. By changing my perspective, I gained a deeper understanding and respect for their resilience.

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Congratulations to all participants on your dedication and achievements. Keep thriving and leading the way!