At Gartner, our ERGs are open to all associates and enable associate success by supporting development, recognizing life stages, inspiring associates through storytelling and driving engagement through a sense of belonging.
Each March, we honor and celebrate the achievements of women throughout history and in our communities today. This year, in alignment with the International Women’s Day theme, “Give to Gain,” we are reminded that when we give, whether that be through our time, our support, or our donations, we all gain. By bringing individuals from different backgrounds and experiences together, we collectively grow, innovate to benefit our clients, and uplift the communities we serve.
In honor of Women’s History Month and International Women’s Day, Ritika G., Associate Business Intelligence Manager, shared how Gartner’s employee resource groups, open to all associates, have helped her develop and grow her career. Read on to hear what she had to say:
“Through Women at Gartner, open to all associates, I’ve found mentors who I still connect with and who help me learn, grow, and adapt to change. As a young manager, it’s given me perspective and helped me lead my team in a more thoughtful, human way.”
Throughout the month, we will host a series of events, open to all associates, designed to empower associates, focusing on career development, building strong networks and acknowledging defining moments that shape our journeys. The month begins with an inspiring keynote focused on stepping beyond comfort zones and embracing growth. Associates will also have the opportunity to join conversations on executive leadership, gaining insight into what matters most to leaders and learning strategies for standing out as true strategic partners.
In the spirit of “Give to Gain,” we are also inviting associates to give back through hands-on volunteering, whether it’s gardening at the Liberty Street Garden in support of New Friends New Life or preparing meals for those experiencing food insecurity at a community kitchen in Sydney. By giving our time and energy, we not only support our communities but also gain new perspectives, skills, and connections.
Our associates are also invited to attend our global International Women’s Day luncheons to connect with coworkers and learn something new. We’ll also be hosting sessions which focus on well-being and life stages, including workshops on managing stress and interactive discussions about embracing midlife as a time of growth and renewed confidence. A global panel will explore the realities of caregiving across cultures, shining a light on the emotional labor and identity shifts that often go unseen. Finally, an expert communications workshop will provide tools for persuasive messaging, strategic storytelling, and executive presence, empowering associates to communicate with clarity and confidence.
There will be no shortage of ways for all Gartner associates to get involved, learn more and celebrate Women’s History Month and International Women’s Day.