The rise of female leadership

Purpose This paper aims to review the latest management developments across the globe and pinpoint practical implications from cutting-edge research and case studies. Design/methodology/approach This briefing is prepared by an independent writer who adds their own impartial comments and places the articles in context. Findings This research paper aimed to explore the impact of female CEOs on corporate ESG performance and the underlying mechanisms through which this impact occurs. The major results showed that female CEOs significantly enhance ESG performance, primarily through green innovation and philanthropic activities. However, environmental uncertainty weakens this positive impact, while CEO shareholding strengthens it. The two most pertinent managerial insights are the importance of embracing diversity in leadership and fostering a culture of green innovation. Originality/value The briefing saves busy executives, strategists and researchers hours of reading time by selecting only the very best, most pertinent information and presenting it in a condensed and easy-to-digest format.