photographer: jonne lucia op de weegh© | make-up artist: amber britt from art of colors
isha choudhary(she/her)
it operations manager at shell
about
from a young age, i was fascinated by technology. how do things work? how can you solve complex problems? that curiosity drove me to pursue this career. what motivates me every day is the impact i have on people and their work. i manage it services, if they’re not available, others can’t do their jobs. that responsibility gives real meaning to my work.
why is visibility of role models so important?
the equals webpage says: “you can’t be what you can’t see.” i strongly believe that. visibility is essential for diversity in tech. it not only highlights the possibilities but also reinforces the idea that success is within reach.
when i started, i rarely saw people of my gender or background in leadership roles. if you don’t see female ceos, that path feels less accessible. a lack of representation makes it harder to picture yourself in those positions.
that’s why visibility matters. not just to prove that we can succeed, but to open doors for the next generation. representation builds confidence, and by breaking barriers, we make it easier for others to envision themselves in spaces they might never have considered.
i want to be that inspiration!
shell
shell has the ambition to become one of the most diverse and inclusive organisations in the world – where everyone feels valued and respected, where the richness of perspectives helps us to create strong connections wherever we do business. our role models can inspire women to take on the exciting challenge of stepping into tech, take on leadership positions or become entrepreneurs. in this way, we can power progress together.”