“I have seen Break the ceiling, touch the sky conference go from strength to strength every year. This year’s conference was the best yet, bringing together great participation from CEO’s, C-Suite executives, Diversity & Inclusion practitioners and founders/heads of businesses. Anthony’s BTCTTS summit is really mobilizing a movement for building more gender balanced workplaces. It has something for everyone – CEO’s to learn from one another on how to drive change and progress towards gender diversity Women who are looking for advise on how to take their careers forward and Men who want to be champions of change.”
(2018 World Edition)

Amita Chaudhury

Director, Sustainable business, South East Asia and Australasia at Unilever

“Thanks Anthony, for everything. I think this book (Break the ceiling touch the sky) may have been a cross point in your life. It seems so much positive energy and creativity has come from this adventure that you are now reaching a new dimension: closer to the sky. I do not know if our paths will cross again, but I sincerely hope so. There is something inspiring about the kind of magic you can create, as a man honoring women: I think it’s unique. Stay blessed.”

Valerie Khan

Chairperson of the Acid Survivors Foundation, Pakistan

“The Coca-Cola Company is proud to be accelerating accelerating gender equality at all levels of our organization and within the communities we serve. As a founding and world sponsor of Break the Ceiling Touch the Sky ® and partner for MISSION 2029 FOR A BETTER WORLD, we are delighted to spotlight how women are reshaping, reinventing, and transforming industries“

Christina Ruggiero

President, Global Nutrition Category, The Coca-Cola Company

“Nine years ago, I joined my first Break the Ceiling Touch the Sky event, a summit that became a movement that Anthony Rose started, and is dedicated to the advancement of women in business, and a platform that brings together so many leaders, companies and industries for a common cause.  Fast forward 34 events and almost a decade later, it’s so impressive and inspiring to see what Anthony has achieved in bringing people together from around the world to address diversity and inclusion strategies that are critical to business sustainability.

Joining many of our (Eurofins) clients in Singapore this week was a great way to reinforce that importance of building a better world together through DEI and reimagined business practices.

We are grateful for the opportunity to be part of such an impactful event!”

Natalia Shuman

Group Executive Vice President, Europe/Asia, Eurofins

“We are delighted to be a partner and a sponsor of Break the Ceiling Touch the Sky®  in multiple geographies and also serve on the MISSION 2029 FOR A BETTER WORLD council. At BIC, we are committed to fostering a diverse and inclusive culture where team members are encouraged to understand, and be curious about other’s experiences, cultures, and perspectives.  Break the ceiling touch the sky® perfectly aligns with the BIC commitment of creating an inclusive environment where female leaders can grow and thrive and reach executive levels of leadership. It is our utmost pleasure to be long-standing partners, globally, as well as in North America.”

Chester Twigg

Global Chief Commercial Officer, BIC

“Progress comes slowly at first, then all at once. Anthony Rose has deftly articulated the moment of empowerment currently being seized by female business leaders around the globe. The title says it all: “Break the Ceiling, Touch the Sky.” That’s what Anthony and the 43 woman who shared their stories with him have done, shattering gender stereotypes in the process.”

Laura Desmond

Global CEO, Starcom MediaVest Group

Thank you so very much for supporting mothers and children in India through the book sales (of Break the ceiling touch the sky). I’m so pleased that your organization continues to make such tremendous progress on issues that are vital to the core of Save the Children’s own work in gender diversity, and that you raise awareness about women’s leadership to new heights. You have done so much to drive this movement forward! It was an honour for Save the Children to once again be the recipient of the proceeds of your book. I join my colleagues in sending my grateful appreciation for your continued support for Save the Children’s work – in India and around the world. Thank you for your commitment and dedication.”

Carolyn Miles

Global CEO, Save the Children

“We are proud to be a Platinum sponsor once again of the 2024 Middle East Edition of Break the ceiling touch the sky. Renewing our partnership reiterates our commitment to our ongoing mission to make FHH’s workplace environment more inclusive and inviting for females. I am proud of the progress our company is making in this arena, adopting best practices, and celebrating the efforts and contributions of its females by rolling out world-class policies and programs that ensure they are operating in a supportive environment that allows them to unleash their potential and thrive.”

James Michael Lafferty

CEO, Fine Hygienic Holding

Women play a vital role in today’s economy and this event Break the ceiling touch the sky® has helped and empowered the women in the UAE to address the huge opportunity for them,

Abdul Rahman Al Thehaiban

SVP, Oracle Middle East and Africa

“It was a great pleasure participating at the 2018 Middle East Edition of Break the ceiling touch the sky. I enjoyed engaging with the panelists and the participants. It was a great turn out and the speakers were phenomenal”

Dr. Dalya Al Muthanna

President GE Gulf

“An Africa Edition of Break the ceiling touch the sky® is an important development in the mission for global gender diversity & inclusion. Gender diverse companies are financially more successful, better employers, greater innovators, and better corporate citizens. Bureau Veritas Africa looks forward to sharing and learning best practices on leadership, diversity & inclusion best practices alongside many other winning organizations at the 2022 Africa Edition of Break the ceiling touch the sky.”

Marc Roussel

EVP France, Africa, Government Services, Bureau Veritas

“Thank you Anthony. It was a privilege to attend this event. So many new thoughts and perspectives to learn from. Thank you for letting me be part of the panel. I loved sharing my experiences and learnings with the wider community.”

Sapna Balan

Walmart Labs

“Thank you for the wonderful opportunity to meet and interact with such inspiring and amazing women. Every panel offered diverse opinions and practical solutions. I enjoyed all the sessions. All the panelists were excellent.”

Farina Kidwai

Lead Engineer, Emerson

“I just want to say thank you for a wonderful engaging day. There were many moments where I was able to reflect on my career, my management practices and areas to focus/improve. Thank you for the opportunity you have created for us all to be a part of something bigger! Being the father of two amazing daughters this hit home more than just in my career and the careers of my employees. This event will make me a better father and a better leader.”

Jeremy Perkins

IS Director, Stryker

 “Break the ceiling touch the sky®  fuels conversations and strategies around development of women as leaders at all levels, with the aim of keeping them on track to the top. We applaud initiatives like this one to fast-forward gender-balanced boardrooms across Asia Pacific. In the battle for top talent,  embracing diversity and inclusion  is today’s smartest, most rewarding competitive advantage.”

Lynne Anne Davis

President of Asia Pacific for FleishmanHillard

Tata Sampann  and House of Rose Professional share a common objective of helping tap the phenomenal potential of women as leaders- at home , in business & society. We are delighted to be a part of Break the ceiling touch the sky®

Richa Arora

Chief Operating Officer, (Consumer Products Business), Tata Chemicals

“I’m so inspired by the Break the ceiling touch the sky  mission and it was a privilege to be a part of such a special day.  I am proud that Coca-Cola is a World Sponsor of Break the ceiling touch the sky®.”

Carrie Niggli

Senior director of customer development for Middle East and North Africa, The Coca-Cola Company

“In the United States, women are leading more than ever. Together, we are driving change, creating opportunity, and defining a more innovative, inclusive future. In healthcare, we see it every day in the more than 2200 Kroger Health pharmacies and 220 clinics across the USA. We are proud to once again champion the cause at the 2024 Americas Edition of Break the ceiling touch the sky and support Mission 2029 for a Better World.”  

Colleen Lindholz

President, Kroger Health