Women & Innovation: The Module Xero Way
Our commitment to gender equity is not just a social responsibility—it is a powerful strategy to unlock human potential, foster sustainable growth, and drive transformative change across sectors.
“At Module Xero, we believe that true innovation and sustainable growth are only possible when impact decisions are made with the inclusion, consideration and engagement of women and when women are empowered to lead, thrive, and shape the future.”
Our Commitment to the United Nations Women’s Empowerment Principles (WEPs)
Module Xero proudly aligns with the Women’s Empowerment Principles (WEPs)—a UN and UN Women initiative. By committing to the Women’s Empowerment Principles, we are reinforcing our dedication to building inclusive systems, equitable opportunities, and environments where every woman’s voice is valued.
“This commitment is not just a responsibility—it is a powerful strategy to unlock human potential and drive transformative change.”
By embracing the WEPs, we are reinforcing our dedication to:
Building inclusive systems
Creating equitable opportunities
Fostering environments where women’s voices are valued
Strategically having women in lead position to unlock transformative changes.
Empowerment Through Action: Our Founder’s Impact
Led by Sheena Bhalla, Module Xero is deeply rooted in real-world action and advocacy for women across industries:
🔹She Shapes AI
As a Committee Member, Sheena champions global recognition for female trailblazers who use AI ethically and impactfully to solve social challenges. Know more here.
🔹 For Empowering Women (FEW), Japan
Sheena served as Head of Communications, amplifying the voices and stories of women in Japan and fostering empowerment through visibility and networking. Know more here.
🔹 DataLEADS: Leadership Development
At DataLEADS, she led leadership development initiatives for their teams focussing on inner compass & value design, empowering women- especially upcoming talent, focusing on capability building, confidence, and authentic leadership. Know more here.
🔹 Mentorship & Coaching
Sheena’s long-standing practice of mentoring women goes beyond structured programs. She’s personally coached women across industries—from big tech to media and beyond. Here’s what they say:
Women leaders on the leadership work conducted by Moduel Xero
“We are immensely grateful to Sheena Bhalla for conducting a transformative three-day workshop for our Business Development team. Her expertise in helping us craft a North Star goal and fostering a strong foundation of values and culture has been truly inspiring. Thank you for your invaluable insights and impactful guidance.”
Voices of Impact: What Women Say About Sheena
“Sheena is an exceptional coach who brings out the best in her clients. Her coaching style is both empowering and supportive, allowing me to grow while staying true to myself. Even after our time at Google, I continue to seek her insight for key life and career decisions. Her combination of sharp insight and compassion is unmatched.”
Devika Chitnis - Sheena’s Team Member at Google
PR, Partnerships & Events | Zoya | Ex-Google, Ex-NDTV
“Sheena is a natural mentor. Her support is tailored, honest, and grounded in deep care. From building psychological safety to helping me develop a rigorous personal development plan, she has helped me grow holistically. Sheena hones in on root blockers with clarity, and empowers you to move forward constructively.”
Jenna Cheah
Program Manager, News | Google
“Strong, empathetic, and a role model—Sheena’s mentorship has shaped both my career and personal development. She has an uncanny ability to spot growth areas and open doors to real opportunities. Her presence, feedback, and belief in my potential motivated me to reach higher. Her impact on me is lasting.”
Cheryl Chong
Operational Excellence | Vendor Management | Ex-Meta
“Sheena came into my life at a very crucial juncture. She is a natural mentor who has over the years nudged me towards trusting my instincts and believing in my abilities. I feel very privileged having her by my side through many milestones. She is able to provide psychological safety along with honest and direct feedback, custom tailoring her approach to best suit my needs. Sheena provides a framework where her mentees can see their stories from all angles…”
Namrata Majumdar
Assistant Director, Production Coordinator, Entrepreneur
Team Xero for inclusion
Xiangyun Lim (Lim), director at Module Xero comes from a background of profiling, supporting and enabling equality in our personal and professional lives. In addition to our work at Module Xero, Lim is also a publisher on mental wellness and has spoken, moderated and led multiple panels and workshops on a national scale (Singapore).
She has also been a mentor throughout her professional career with a focus on young adults coming from marginalised backgrounds. As a previous journalist, she has profiled more than 50 leaders, entrepreneurs, and female trailblazers.
As someone on the autism spectrum, Lim brings a unique lens to leadership and strategy. Her role as Strategy Head at Module Xero, is a testament to the power of neurodiversity in shaping bold, inclusive futures. We are proud to champion an environment where individuals thrive not despite their differences, but because of them.
🛤 Where We’re Headed
We’re building an ecosystem where all genders have equal opportunity to lead, innovate, and thrive—not as exceptions but as the standard. From inclusive hiring to equitable policies and global partnerships, gender equity is a pillar of our long-term strategy.
At Module Xero, we have specific modules for underrepresented communities, including women,focused on enabling and empowering them as leaders in each of their industries.
📬 Let’s Build the Future Together
If you’re a female innovator, builder, thinker, or ally—we want to hear from you. Let’s create a world where inclusive innovation is the norm, not the exception.
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