Evolving Workplace Culture with Srini Sundararajan

Evolving Workplace Culture with Srini Sundararajan

Author: PM Power Consulting February 27, 2026 Duration: 47:57

This is part of the specials we have every year focusing on women in IT.

In this conversation, Srini Sundararajan shares his experiences and perspectives on empowering women in the workplace, particularly in IT. Srini's key messages include:


- His upbringing which emphasized the importance of education and non-discrimination between genders.

- His early professional experiences, including managing and interacting with women colleagues for the first time.

- The importance of treating women as equals in the workforce and his approach to avoiding gender discrimination.

- His story of hiring and supporting a woman who was returning to the workforce after a seven-year break.

- Insights into managing women in his team and the different challenges they face, such as work-life balance and societal expectations.

- Instances from his career that highlight the importance of recognizing and addressing unique challenges faced by women, such as menstrual cycles and maternity breaks.

- Advice on inclusive policies like paternity leave to support working families.

- Emphasizing the role men can play in ensuring a comfortable and empowering work environment for women.

Through real-life stories and learned lessons, Srini Sundararajan illustrates the importance of empathy, fairness, and structural support in empowering women in the IT industry.




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