Top Talent isn’t discovered.
It’s developed.

Fix The Broken Rung partners with forward-thinking companies to develop and retain women, immigrant, and BIPOC high-potentials. Backed by proprietary data and field-tested strategies, we help you accelerate the leadership pipeline at pace and at scale.

Work with us to:

  • Equip executives with proven strategies to identify, develop, and advance talent across cultural, generational, and gender differences.

  • Boost the strategic impact and productivity of high-potentials from historically-underestimated groups, preparing them for a wider scope of accountability.

Preeti Joshi and Rachel Demesa, Inclusion & Diversity Leads
CIBC

“Amal delivered a powerful session to 250+ leaders on 'Accelerating intersectional inclusion and talent development.' Her message resonated deeply—those impacted felt seen, while others gained eye-opening insights. Also, her delivery was impeccable!”

Eloise Tan, VP Inclusion, Sustainability, Engagement
Canadian Blood Services

“Amal designed and facilitated a session that equipped 60+ leaders with pragmatic strategies they could immediately implement. Her human-centered approach shifted perspectives and delivered measurable impact, with overwhelmingly positive feedback.”

Our Solutions

Executive Workshops

Focus: Equipping executives to sponsor, retain, and engage historically-underestimated talent—while fostering inclusive, high-performance cultures.

Key Topics:

  • Leading across cultural, generational, and gender differences

  • Effective allyship: from mentorship to sponsorship

  • Fostering psychological safety through cultural intelligence

  • Translating belonging into real business impact (productivity, innovation, retention)

  • Outcomes: Leaders are equipped to unlock the full potential of top talent from all backgrounds, driving productivity, impact, and team engagement at speed and scale

  • Format Options:

    • Interactive Workshops (half/full day)

    • Executive Roundtables (short-format sessions to align on strategic priorities)

    • Ongoing Coaching (supporting leaders through real-life challenges)

Talent Accelerators

Jump the Rung

Audience: Early- to mid-career high-potentials

  • Purpose: Address the “Broken Rung” head-on—equip women with the leadership, communication, and strategic skills needed to confidently step into management.

  • Outcomes:

    • Immediate gains in strategic impact, productivity, and feelings of belonging.

    • Boost productivity by enhancing team collaboration, conflict resolution, and decision-making, ensuring smoother project execution.

    • Support business growth by equipping leaders to communicate strategic goals and drive alignment across departments and teams.

  • Format Options:

    • Virtual or In-Person

    • 8-week accelerator


Next Rung

Audience: Emerging executives

  • Purpose: Break through the higher-level barriers preventing BIPOC and immigrant women from reaching the C-suite.

  • Outcomes:

    • Equip leaders to drive alignment, manage change, and influence cross-functional collaboration.

    • Enable transformational leadership by solving complex challenges and driving enterprise-wide initiatives.

    • Prepare executives to shape strategy, champion innovation, and lead for long-term growth.

  • Format Options:

    • Virtual or In-Person

    • 8-week accelerator

Why This Matters Now

Business Imperatives

Executives seek increased productivity, faster innovation, and stronger impact—all of which flourish when untapped talent is developed and supported.

Demographic Shifts in Canada

New waves of immigration demand culturally attuned leadership. Organizations that fail to adapt risk losing top talent to more inclusive workplaces.

Post-Pandemic Work Realities

Traditional DEI training isn’t cutting it; leaders need fresh, data-driven methods that prevent disengagement, reduce attrition, and maintain high-impact performance.

Noubahar Hasnain, Sales Manager
Common Wealth Retirement

“Prior to joining the program, I was resigned to having little control over my career. I have now been promoted twice in 18 months thanks to strategies I learned in the Jump the Rung accelerator. I now know that while the 'Broken Rung' may be real, it doesn’t have to define your path. By actively communicating your career aspirations, leaning into your strengths and seeking sponsorship, you can advance your career with confidence.”

Lubana Azad, Fraud Prevention Manager
CIBC

“Before attending the program, I was burnt out and frustrated that my hard work wasn’t achieving the impact I aimed for. Within the first few sessions, I felt re-energized. I learned how to identify and take on work with higher visibility and practice strategic leadership, which had a significant impact on our department and organization. Analysts across the country began reaching out to me because they trusted me to act on trends they noticed. Because of that collaboration, we stopped over $1. 5mm in fraud. As a result, I was just rated as an “Exceeds Expectations” in my performance review, plus I got a massive bonus and a 10% raise. ”