/ Globe PR Wire /
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE
New York City USA Dr. P. Ernest Parker, Jr., a recognized expert in corporate governance and strategic leadership, announces the release of his new book, Why Your Next CEO Could Be a Woman: The Case for Women as Natural Leaders. The book presents an in-depth, research-backed argument advocating for the strategic benefits of placing women in the highest corporate and executive roles, challenging the historical imbalance of power in leadership.
Dr. Ernest’s work moves beyond simple calls for diversity. It offers a comprehensive analysis of the inherent traits and leadership styles frequently exhibited by women that are uniquely suited to the complexities of the modern global business environment. The text synthesizes historical narratives, philosophical concepts, and contemporary corporate case studies, including figures such as Indra Nooyi and Margaret Thatcher, to demonstrate how female-led organizations often excel in areas like ethical conduct, collaboration, and stakeholder value creation.
The central premise of the book is that traits historically undervalued in the C-suite, such as emotional intelligence, communication proficiency, and an emphasis on collective growth, are now essential for sustainable organizational success. The author examines how women’s societal and professional experiences cultivate these qualities, positioning them as natural architects of resilient and ethical corporate cultures. Furthermore, the book addresses common barriers to female advancement, providing strategies for organizations to dismantle structural biases and cultivate a leadership pipeline reflective of these changing requirements.
The book is positioned as a critical resource for policymakers, executive recruiters, board members, and business leaders seeking to future-proof their organizations. It provides a strategic blueprint for leveraging diverse leadership talent, asserting that recognizing and promoting women’s intrinsic leadership capabilities is not only an issue of equality but a necessary step for achieving superior performance in the twenty-first century.
Why Your Next CEO Could Be a Woman will be available in hardcover, audio, and ebook format starting in both English and Spanish. Pre-orders are now open through major online bookstores.
About the Author
Dr. P. Ernest Parker, Jr. has over three decades of experience advising public and private sector organizations on ethics, compliance, auditing, and corporate governance. As a founding partner of HLB Liberia, a certified public accounting firm, he provides critical risk guidance to clients. Dedicated to promoting ethical leadership globally, he holds a doctorate in strategic leadership from Regent University, an MBA and MS in strategic management from Indiana University, and is a certified public accountant trained in the U.S. He is also the author of Ethics, What Leadership Ought to Be: A Case for a Spiritual Approach to Leadership.