Anne Lauvergeon is one alarmingly impressive woman. Not only is she the CEO of Areva, but the energy industry is notorious for poor female representation –  an issue she has worked to counter and she explains in this article exactly why it’s worth it. Her thoughts are especially timely given the French lower house has just passed a quota bill – 40% of corporate boards to be made up for women within 6 years.

“What will really matter is to change the roles of women within all companies.”

Lauvergeon offers a succinct view point and a description of her walking the talk, and her advancing women tip.

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