Women in logistics – Insights from Izabela Kalinska
March 2025 – In this inspiring conversation, Izabela Kalinska, Client Experience Manager at JLR, and Lucie Dobeer, Unipart’s first female Head of Automotive, shed light on the evolving landscape of women in logistics. Join us for a fascinating chat with two leading women who are breaking barriers and driving change in a traditionally male-dominated industry.
Hear Izabela’s unexpected journey into logistics, highlighting the industry’s dynamism and potential for innovation. Discover how her initial perception of logistics as “just a job” transformed into a passion, showcasing the unexpected paths that can lead to fulfilling careers for women in logistics.
Both Izabela and Lucie acknowledge a positive shift in the logistics industry, with more women taking on leadership roles and contributing their unique perspectives. They emphasise the importance of visibility and role models, inspiring young women to envision themselves as future leaders in logistics.
While acknowledging the historical male dominance in the industry, Izabela and Lucie view challenges as opportunities for growth and transformation. They discuss the ongoing need for more diverse perspectives, hires, and creativity to drive innovation and success.
And, Izabela and Lucie offer their advice for companies seeking to champion gender diversity and inclusion:
- Update policies: Focus on flexible working arrangements and current needs.
- Fair hiring practices: Hire for skills and talent, breaking biases and looking beyond gender.
- Leadership-led change: Drive change from the top, setting examples and promoting diversity.
Izabela and Lucie’s insights provide a route for creating a more inclusive and diverse logistics landscape. Their passion for empowering women in logistics is contagious, and their advice is a call to action for companies to embrace change and unlock the potential of a truly diverse workforce.
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