There was a worry that such a policy would hamper businesses, create resentment among the male staff and perhaps also discourage companies from employing women. However, this has proved to be misplaced.
For once they shed their formal wear and business suits to set the ramp on fire!
The lack of a strong diversity policy on the part of companies, a limited pool of women candidates as well as socio-cultural factors contribute to their low numbers.
Twelve retail asssociates were felicitated as regional winners, three top national winners.
The Dubai-based Lifestyle International runs a retail chain.
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