She emphasises her advocacy for empowering women, highlighting that nearly 80% of Packaging World’s management and sales teams are women. ‘This represents a significant shift from my earlier career at Nampak, where I was often the only female in management. There has been some serious progress made towards female leadership in these fields,’ Jill comments.
She believes that the key to impactful leadership lies in embracing the unique qualities women bring to the table. ‘Historically, women have been apologetic about their softer, gentler approach to business,’ Jill observes, ‘but we should embrace who we are and empower our female workforce.’ She notes the importance of fostering environments where women can lead authentically, without conforming to traditional male leadership styles.
Jill’s insights highlight the ongoing evolution in the industry, where women are increasingly stepping into leadership roles.
