Exness, a technology-driven multi-asset broker, has become a platinum sponsor of the Forbes "20 Women in Tech in Cyprus Award, strengthening its support for women in the tech industry.。The event, which took place on 8 December 2023 at City of Dreams in Limassol, aims to recognize women entrepreneurs and professionals in the field of science and technology, celebrating their achievements in the industry and their social impact.。

Meanwhile, Exness Chief Administrative Officer Elena Krutova represented the company at the Forbes Cyprus Future Fintech Summit and joined a panel discussing the tech industry and gender diversity.。More than 1,000 professionals from more than 100 fintech companies around the world attended the summit, where more than 20 in-depth talks were held to discuss current trends and future directions.。

During the panel discussion, Krutova emphasized the importance of gender diversity in the field of technology。She spoke about the importance of accepting differences between men and women in the workplace, recognizing that real progress and diversity lie in balance, and also about the importance of inviting men to engage in dialogue on diversity and representation.。

Krutova also described Exness's efforts to close the gender gap and promote women in leadership and expert positions.。Exness has been at the forefront of workplace diversity and inclusion, with the report showing its female workforce ratio at 36..9%, with significant female representation in leadership positions, including C-level executives。She stressed that increasing visibility, recognition and career development is essential to enhance women's career development in the technology sector and overall inclusiveness in the workplace.。

Her advice to aspiring women leaders in tech is to be more confident every day。"Women have the same great skills and track record。Why belittle your past successes?？"

She also talks about how women bring "softer" skills - emotional intelligence, empathy and resilience。She said, "Don't be shy about showing! The current BANI world needs these skills!。"

Another important point is that women can develop better products for women - "Who knows women better than women?？"

Finally, Krutova believes that ensuring proper support - "with your family, friends, or network, having a good mentor。"

Exness is a global multi-asset broker that uniquely combines technology with professional ethics to create a favorable market for traders and raise industry benchmarks。Today, Exness is recognized as the most traded retail market maker。