The Chief Operating Officer of Oracle has expressed that providing opportunities for women and continuing to reduce the gender gap are key objectives for the company. In Mexico, the CEO and the General Director of Oracle are women, and 52% of their executive committee is composed of women who have stepped up to take on their roles. The company aims to create spaces for minorities that are currently underrepresented in leadership positions.
Safra Catz, CEO of Oracle, leads the "Oracle Women Leadership" program with a focus on promoting the advancement of women, especially in Latin America. Since 2010 at the company, she highlights the progress made in reducing the gender gap through this global program. María Helena, with more than 15 years in the business world, emphasizes the importance of daring to seize opportunities and create spaces to demonstrate capabilities, especially in environments where women are a minority.
María Helena stresses that promoting a culture of inclusion goes beyond written policies; it is a mindset that is reflected in day-to-day life. Since her beginnings at Oracle, she has participated in diversity and inclusion groups out of conviction, seeking to foster trust and connection among areas with the purpose of the company. Despite facing social resistance in some cases, María Helena emphasizes the importance of driving actions from within to be an authentic voice in promoting diversity.
María Helena's vision of equity is not limited to gender but extends to providing opportunities to all underrepresented minorities, including women and racial minorities. As Business Operations for Oracle Mexico, María Helena leads the strategy for LATAM in the country, supporting leaders in decision-making and seeking ways to improve operational efficiency. She emphasizes the importance of humanizing in a technological environment to connect effectively.
