Allyship in Action: Joining Forces for Equality

In the November edition of East Midlands Chamber Magazine, Synthosys co-founder Dr Vanessa Pozzali shared her personal journey from doubt to success — a story shaped by resilience, perseverance, and a determination to break systemic barriers.

In the article, Vanessa reflected on her struggles with dyslexia, the societal expectations placed on women, and the biases that still hold women back in leadership today. She challenged the narrative that imposter syndrome and inequality are “individual issues,” reframing them as systemic problems that demand cultural and organisational change.

Takeaway: Equality is not just a women’s issue — it’s a collective responsibility. Real progress comes when organisations move beyond surface solutions and address the unconscious cultural dynamics that limit opportunity.

👉 Read the full article here