Jim Guilfoyle’s Post

As we celebrate International Women’s Day, Merciport proudly embraces the spirit of empowerment, reflecting our dedication to fostering positive change in the lives of women, particularly those in rural areas. This year, our focus is on the heart of every home—the kitchen. We embark on a mission to transition women still using traditional cooking methods to the safety and efficiency of LPG gas, not just as a fuel but as a symbol of inclusion and empowerment. In many homes, the kitchen is more than a space for preparing meals; it’s a sanctuary, a place where stories are shared, and bonds are strengthened. However, for some women in rural areas, this haven can be overshadowed by the challenges posed by traditional cooking methods. Merciport recognizes this reality and strives to transform it through our #MerciportCares campaign. From Traditional to Transformative: A Journey of Inclusion Transitioning to LPG is not just about changing cooking methods; it symbolizes a transformative journey towards a safer and cleaner future. It’s a step towards inclusion, acknowledging that every woman, regardless of her background, deserves access to modern and sustainable solutions. Merciport is committed to ensuring that no woman is left behind in this journey of progress. Merciport Cares: Building a Community of Empowerment Beyond the physical transformation, Merciport Cares is about building a community— a community of empowered women supporting and inspiring one another. This International Women’s Day, join us in creating a ripple effect of change that transcends the boundaries of traditional norms. Our commitment to women empowerment extends beyond campaigns- It’s embedded in our organizational ethos. We believe in fostering an inclusive workplace that embraces diversity and empowers women at every level. From leadership roles to community initiatives, Merciport stands as a testament to the strength that comes from diverse perspectives. This International Women’s Day, Merciport is not just gifting LPG cylinders; we’re lighting the flame of change. We’re fostering a community of empowered women who inspire inclusion, resilience, and progress. As we celebrate the achievements and contributions of women globally, let us also recognize the power we hold to create positive change, one kitchen at a time. Together, we ignite the flame that illuminates the path toward a brighter, safer, and more inclusive future. Happy International Women’s Day! 💚 #MerciportCares

Looking back: The maritime industry has traditionally been male dominated! STOP looking back 👀 🔙 Today there are challenges related to the working environment, attitudes, harassment, adaptation of equipment, the practical design of the workplace, working conditions and terms of employment may represent obstacles to female participation in the industry. Some of these challenges are perceived as being more significant at sea than in onshore part of the maritime sector ‼ 𝗬𝗼𝘂 𝗺𝗮𝘆 𝗮𝗰𝗸𝗻𝗼𝘄𝗹𝗲𝗱𝗴𝗲 𝘁𝗵𝗲 𝗽𝗮𝘀𝘁 𝗮𝗻𝗱 𝗶𝘁 𝗵𝗮𝘀 𝘀𝗵𝗮𝗽𝗲𝗱 𝘄𝗵𝗼 𝘆𝗼𝘂 𝗮𝗿𝗲 𝘁𝗼𝗱𝗮𝘆 🔵 𝗗𝗼 𝘆𝗼𝘂 𝗸𝗻𝗼𝘄 𝘄𝗵𝗮𝘁 𝘆𝗼𝘂 𝘄𝗮𝗻𝘁 𝗳𝗼𝗿 𝘆𝗼𝘂𝗿 𝗳𝘂𝘁𝘂𝗿𝗲❗ ❓ The words diversity, equality and inclusion is written and talked about all over the place! In Norway several companies have signed the #40by30 pledge which WISTA Norway launched March 8th in 2022. The companies have committed to create specific goals to increase diversity and to strive towards 40% women in leading positions by 2023. In two months time two years have passed and I would love to know what some of these companies have done. You can rely on the company you are working for or you can take charge yourself. What have you done in these two years as an individual for your own career? The present is the only thing we are certain of, however you can influence and shape the future according to what you want, if you take charge. Focus on what you want, focus on growth and set clear and realistic goals. Break them smaller and establish manageable steps and make sure to celebrate your success along the way. Establish leadership values to support your strategy and making decisions. Remember to be open to new experiences and opportunities as they may lead you to a better place. Always stay focused and if you practice gratitude it may help you to influence and be even more optimistic about the future. If you want to embrace the future with confidence and enthusiasm take charge and let me know if you want some support with that. 1️⃣ Reflect 2️⃣ Reset 3️⃣ Create #sustainableleadership #growingtogether #bettertogether #coaching #sparringpartner #shipping #maritimeindustry 📷 Lumiere Studio

It’s International Women’s Day, so we’re shining a light on Women@Qonto. The two Qontoers who spearheaded the launch of the Women@Qonto employee resource group (ERG) are Emilia Maria Pezzini, Brand & Communication Lead for Italy, and Pauline Heinrich, Global PR & Communications Lead. Their aim is to promote women’s empowerment, foster inclusive leadership, and raise awareness and understanding around diversity, equity, and inclusion. Why do we need a Women@Qonto ERG? Well, despite women making up 44% of Qonto’s workforce, we strongly believe there’s still a considerable way to go to achieve true inclusion. Women@Qonto offers resources and training, and their ultimate ambition is to develop effective DEI strategies for all Qonto offices. Today, on #InternationalWomensDay, we want to celebrate the progress we’ve already made, while recognizing the path we have ahead of us and everything left to achieve. Together, let's build a future where women’s empowerment isn’t an ideal - it’s a given. #IDW2024

Cannot wait to have a positive, heart and eye opening discussion with these brilliant women of our cruise industry: Kate McCue Marie-Caroline Laurent Anne-Marie Spinosi And some numbers as I like supporting any matter with numbers ☺️ 🌊 📝 57% of women in maritime industry are employed by the cruise industry and this sense leads the way in providing equitable and meaningful career opportunities to women across the maritime sector. 🌊 📝 Of the 1.25 million seafarers worldwide, women make up just 2% – showing us there’s still plenty of room for growth in the cruise sector, and in the maritime industry as a whole. 🌊 📝 Female captains make up just under 3% of cruise ship captains worldwide though – but this number is slowly growing. This panel will evaluate the ways, tools and platforms we need as women to create to encourage young women to join the maritime and our vibrant cruise industry. #tarragonaport #64MedCruiseGA #portstogether #Inclusiveness

Happy International Women's Day! Today, March 8, we celebrate the strength, courage and achievements of the amazing women around the world. Special shoutout to the amazing women of Amerail Systems who constantly make a difference every day. We couldn't do it without you. 💗 #hoteldesign #hotellobby #lobby #hotels #hotelier #hospitality #hotelindustry #hotelbusiness #travel #hospitalitynews #hotelmanagement

To all you awesome women out there - Happy International Women's Day! This day always brings me back to Poland - and especially memories of my childhood in communist Poland. Celebrating International Women's Day was a big thing there (and in other communist countries) as these communist block women really had to be superwomen to manage work and queueing for loo roll and other essentials on a daily basis (yup, loooooooooooooong queues really were a thing due to shortages of just about everything) plus doing all the cooking & the housework! So in return they'd get flowers (I think in communist times these were the ever popular carnations rather than tulips - but correct me if I'm wrong on this fellow ex-communist block peeps!) and very often - TIGHTS. Yes, TIGHTS! (and stockings) Because new tights were not easy to get in those times! One of those goods you'd never think of as luxury goods in the West but behind the Iron Curtain... I still remember the ever popular 'repasacja rajstop' shops around towns! (They'd be special services for mending ladders in tights and stockings) And even to this day IWD is celebrated widely in Poland, which I actually really love and always miss in the UK! Nowadays it's mainly tulips women get there this day (at least that was the case 15-30 years ago!). From the men in their lives, sometimes female friends, too, and often in the streets from various businesses and social initiatives Do you celebrate IWD in any way? #internationalwomensday #tulips #tights #ironcurtain

If you are a woman working in transport in Asia, what does your ideal network look like? 🤔 Take part in this survey and help shape the next steps for Women on the Move Transforming Transport in Asia!

It is a wrap! 🎉 Our very first "Puilaetco x WoMen in Finance Belgium #WIFChallenge Virtual Coffee" session took place on Tuesday 6 March by videoconference, in order to take an inclusive approach and ensure that all our employees could take part, regardless of their place of work or personal organisation. Half an hour, not a minute more, to address major issues such as the disparities that are still far too marked between women and men in the business world, the difficulties encountered in certain sectors of activity, but also the clear advantages that women can have in terms of behaviour, negotiation, diplomacy, resilience, etc.   As Yonca Braeckman (CEO of Impact Shakers) says, "Based on the enormous number of exceptional founders we come across every day, we see a strong need to accelerate investment in impact solutions by diverse founding teams to tap into their ability to innovate and create impact at scale. We see time and time again that diverse teams outperform and right now, we need innovative solutions for people and planet to outperform."   We definitely keep in mind a very inspiring and powerful 'punchline' from our CEO Ludivine Pilate who spontaneously said "As a woman, never feel the need to try to become a man to be successful, just be successful by being successful".   Thanks once again WoMen in Finance Belgium - Adèle Warin and Claire Godding to hold this initiative and creating so much enriching talks and debates around diversity, inclusion and equity! Thanks to all participants Anne-Aymone de Baré Stephanie Sauvage Mathieu BONTE Candice Schoemans Didier Greps Salomé Bauherz Michael Marque Isolde Corne Gregory Morel Mireia Izaguirre Sophie Clauwaert Joanna Stajkowska-Bastouil Fabrice Digrado Nina van wettere Birgitte De Bodt Gilles COLLARD Ludivine Pilate Zina El Kacemi Ilya Safran Daniel Lagrange Sofie Verbraecken. #Puilaetco #Quintet #WIFchallenge #RicherLife #Diversity #Equity #Inclusion

🌟 Ambitious DE&I goals for Ecolab CEE Region by 2025 🌟 We aim to elevate the representation of women in high/managerial positions, increase sales diversity by attracting more women in sales, ensure inclusive hiring and continue with the Family Matters Program.... These are just some of the goals, introduced by our DE&I manager Constantin Băcică (he, him) during our late #internationalwomensday2024 event.    During the webinar we shared photos how different countries in CEE&CIS celebrated and discussed #intersectionality with Anca and Peter. A relatively new term, describing that people who belong to multiple marginalized groups are at greater risk for bias, microaggressions and discrimination in the workplace than those who only belong to one or none.   The journey begins with each of us. Let’s challenge our biases, learn continuously, and lead with intersectionality in mind. By removing barriers and acting as inclusion ambassadors, we inspire others to follow. Together, we’ll create a workplace where everyone thrives. 💞   Thanks to my great #ecolab DE&I CEE and E3 colleagues: Anca Simin, Peter Kalocsai, Anita Seweryn-Brąglewicz, Renata Janusz, Constantin Băcică (he, him), Stephanie Huditz, Andrea Formánková, Barbara Spicka, Tanja Krajnc