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How portfolio companies build gender diversity

Portfolio company executives emphasise the importance of networking opportunities and favourable leave policies to address gender imbalance

Private equity firms have long had the reputation of being a “boys’ club” and often that reputation extends to the management teams and boards of their portfolio companies.

But several women who spoke at a recent event shared steps they have taken to address the gender imbalance at their own companies, all of which are backed by Vista Equity Partners.

Three...