Honeywell India Hosts 'LeadHERS in Tech', Breaks New Ground in Empowering Women to Lead in Tech

by  EVENTFAQS Bureau Industry Watch | March 24, 2025 | News

Honeywell India LeadHERS in Tech

Honeywell India hosted its flagship event, ‘LeadHERS in Tech’, at its Bengaluru campus, bringing together over 200 women professionals from the technology industry. The event served as a platform for innovators, thought leaders, and changemakers to highlight the role of women in driving breakthroughs in technology and fostering a future where women take the lead in innovation.

Anant Maheshwari, President & CEO of Global Regions, Honeywell, delivered the keynote address, emphasizing the importance of diverse voices in shaping the future of technology. He underscored that women are not only contributing to current advancements but are also pivotal in defining the next era of innovation. Maheshwari called for greater empowerment of women to lead and highlighted the significance of initiatives like ‘LeadHERS in Tech’ in providing a platform for women to shape the industry’s future.

A fireside chat featured Ashish Modi, President of Honeywell India, and Niranjan Kalyandurg, President of Honeywell Technology Solutions, who discussed the role of male allyship in fostering an inclusive workplace. They emphasized the importance of sponsorship in advancing women’s careers and addressed gender biases, calling for training to mitigate unconscious blind spots. Their discussion concluded with a call for women to be bold, vocal, and actively shape the technology landscape.

The event’s highlight was a panel discussion titled "Breaking Barriers in Tech: Stories of Resilience and Innovation," featuring industry leaders such as Latha Chemrakalam from Continental, Sidharth Balachandran from the Airbus Innovation Centre, Ashwini Siddhi from GoDaddy, and Sumedha Limaye from Quest Global. They shared insights on how women are challenging the status quo in tech and leading bold, forward-thinking approaches. Additionally, inspirational talks were delivered by Vandana Suri, founder of TAXSHE, India’s women-only taxi service, and Nisha Millet, a former Olympic swimmer, who shared their journeys of perseverance and success.

The event also hosted the ‘InnovateHER contest,’ where women-led teams showcased tech-driven solutions for real-world challenges. The contest underscored the power of diverse perspectives in problem-solving and the essential role women play in shaping the future of technology. Attendees also participated in specialized masterclasses and toured the Honeywell Experience Center, exploring the company’s innovations in aviation, automation, and energy transition, alongside its diversity and inclusion initiatives.

Anita Vijaykrishnan, VP of Engineering and India Leader at Honeywell Technology Solutions said, “Women in tech are just solving problems—they are shaping the future. ‘LeadHERS in Tech’ marks the beginning of a transformative journey, serving as a call to action to inspire and empower women across the tech industry. At Honeywell, we recognize women’s leadership in every breakthrough and are proud to support and elevate their capabilities and contributions. Our mission is to continue fostering an environment where women-led innovations can thrive and lead the way forward.”

Honeywell reaffirmed its commitment to empowering women and fostering technical leadership through innovative solutions across various domains. In building automation, the company has enhanced communication technologies, enabling cost-effective, high-speed networks. In fire safety, Honeywell’s IoT solutions provide real-time alerts, remote monitoring, and smarter evacuation processes. Additionally, in industrial automation and energy transition, its Protonium suite optimizes green hydrogen production, improving efficiency and reducing costs in sectors like cement and steel.

Through ‘LeadHERS in Tech,’ Honeywell continues to champion gender diversity and inclusion, reinforcing the vital role of women in shaping the technological future.