THE BPD Blog

International Women's Day is a global celebration of the achievements and contributions of women in various fields of society. It is also a call to action for accelerating gender equality and empowering women to reach their full potential.

At BPD Zenith, we are proud to support and celebrate the diversity of our people and this includes our female employees. They have representation across the full spectrum of our business from graduates, technical & functional roles, project management and sales through to finance, administration and senior leadership. They play a vital role in our success as a leading IBM Maximo Enterprise Asset Management partner. These roles are placed both regionally and globally offering truly diverse skills, experiences and perspectives that add significant value to the tailored asset management solutions we deliver for our clients.

On this important day, we continue our commitment to creating a culture of inclusion and respect, where diversity can thrive and our female colleagues can be in control of their careers and choices. Our workplace options include flexible working and mentoring programs alongside training opportunities that support both work related and industry advancement.  We’d like to thank our female colleagues for their invaluable contribution to our international group and some of them have agreed to share their journey with us and so it’s over to them! 

Natalie Shanks – Business Development Manager NZ

"I'm very appreciative of the opportunities working for BPD Zenith has offered me, from starting as a Functional consultant then having the opportunity to move into a business development role. The flexibility provided by BPD Zenith with very generous work from home arrangements, work life balance and support with development opportunities is amazing, I feel like a valued member of the team."

Lexie Cui – Marketing Coordinator

"Starting my career at BPD straight out of college has been a fantastic experience. It's a great feeling to work in an environment where everyone's contributions are recognized and celebrated. As we mark International Women's Day, I'm grateful to be part of a company that not only supports women's growth but also actively works towards creating a balanced and equal workspace for all."

Sasri Murray – Customer Success Manager Asia Pacific

"My journey at BPD Zenith began almost four years ago, and I'm incredibly grateful for the supportive environment I've found here. BPD's commitment to professional development through programs and training has been instrumental in my personal growth. Additionally, BPD's focus on fostering a diverse and inclusive workplace has empowered me to thrive. I'm proud to be part of an organisation that values growth and provides the tools and space to succeed."

Santhosh Kosuri – Senior Maximo Consultant

"Started my Maximo Career with BPD Zenith. I am very glad to witness the company tremendous growth from past 8 years and great to be part of it. BPD Zenith always supported and valued individual skill development and work life balance. On this note, I would like to take opportunity to thank BPD Zenith and wonderful team members."

Jesica Gray – Project Manager 

"BPD showed me that being a woman and a mum, wasn’t a limitation for my career. My ideas have always been heard and implemented. I have always been supported during challenging times in projects, and when I had to juggle kids’ illnesses while having deadlines to meet."

Adrian Cassar – Chief Operating Officer APAC

"It has been incredibly pleasing to see the growth and development of the women in the BPD Zenith business over the years.  I have valued the different perspectives, ideas and contributions of the women in our business.  Having a diverse workforce helps bring the best out of us, it broadens our thinking, it challenges the status quo and helps foster better outcomes for our business, our people and our clients.   On a personal front, I have learnt so much from the insights that the women in our business have provided and I look forward to seeing that continue."

Xufeng Jiang – Group Finance Manager 

"It is very pleasing and proud to see the increasing number of women in our business over the years. I feel incredibly supportive, and my voice is always heard. BPD Zenith has been great in terms of providing women with equal opportunities, work-life balance such as flexible working arrangements, remote work options which assisted to maximise my capacity as a working mum and minimise the challenges faced by women in the workforce."

The group believes that investing in diversity is the smart thing to do. In a changing landscape that is seeking inclusivity at every level, it’s the right thing to do. According to a recent report by McKinsey, advancing women's equality in the Asia Pacific region alone could add $4.5 trillion to its collective annual GDP by 2025, a 12 percent increase over the business-as-usual trajectory. Moreover, gender diversity has been shown to enhance organizational performance, creativity, and customer satisfaction.

The work continues to achieve gender parity and inclusion in the workplace and beyond. We remain focussed on improving our practices and policies to foster a more diverse and equitable environment for our employees, partners, and customers. We invite you to join us in this journey and inspire inclusion for a better future.