At HealthConnect247, women aren’t just part of the conversation—they’re shaping the future of healthcare. This International Women’s Month, we sat down with three of our phenomenal female professionals to explore what #AccelerateAction and Inclusivity means to them. Their perspectives shed light on the challenges and triumphs of women in healthcare, offering inspiration for future leaders.
1. Olufunke Oduode (Sales Manager): Empowering Through Connection
What does Women’s Day “Accelerate Action” mean to you, and how does it influence your leadership in sales?
Accelerate Action is more than a theme—it’s a mindset. For me, it means driving real, measurable change by ensuring women don’t just have a seat at the table but are actively shaping strategy, closing deals, and leading innovation. As Sales Manager at HealthConnect247, it fuels my leadership style—balancing data-driven decision-making with empathy, resilience, and agility to break barriers and create opportunities. Sales isn’t just about numbers; it’s about people, and accelerating action means making inclusivity a competitive advantage.
Absolutely! Can you share a moment when your unique perspective as a woman contributed to a successful sales strategy?
A major deal with a multinational healthcare provider had stalled over concerns beyond cost—they wanted impact and trust. I shifted our approach from a hard-sell to a consultative partnership, focusing on long-term patient outcomes and value alignment. By balancing data with storytelling and empathy, I reframed the conversation, earning buy-in and securing a multi-year contract. That moment reinforced that in sales, emotional intelligence is just as powerful as strategy.
Yes, emotional Intelligence is just as powerful! Can you also highlight a project where gender diversity improved team performance?
During my time in the telecoms industry, we were launching a new enterprise solution, but initial traction was slow. The challenge? Our approach was too technical, missing the human element that decision-makers valued. With a diverse team—men driving the technical positioning and women shaping the engagement strategy—we reworked our pitch to balance data with real-world impact. By tailoring the messaging to address both operational efficiency and end-user experience, we not only won over key stakeholders but also exceeded our sales targets. That experience proved that the best strategies come from teams that think differently but work towards the same goal.
2. Chinenye Wamah (Head of Operations): Navigating Leadership and Innovation
Chinenye, what does inclusivity in operations look like at HealthConnect247, and how have you contributed to this culture?
At HealthConnect247, inclusivity in operations means creating a diverse, and, and supportive atmosphere in which staff and patients feel appreciated, respected, and heard. This involves making healthcare services more accessible, diversifying recruiting processes, and implementing inclusive workplace policies that take into account different backgrounds, skills, and opinions.
That’s great! Could you share an example of a challenge you faced as a woman in operations and how you successfully overcame it?
One of the difficulties I had as a woman in operations was navigating decision-making in a male-dominated workplace where my insights were initially dismissed. To address this, I used data-driven tactics, showed verifiable benefit through operational efficiencies, and developed strong stakeholder relationships. By firmly arguing for my ideas and encouraging collaboration, I acquired trust and influence, ensuring that varied viewpoints were considered in key choices.
On this International Women's month, I encourage women to recognize their strengths, support one another, and promote substantial change in leadership and operations.
3. Justina Emechete (Care Coordinator): Bridging Gaps in Patient Care
Can you share an instance where your perspective as a woman helped you resolve a challenging patient situation?
Hmm…There was this particular patient I called to let him know the services he has access to on the platform, but he started to hurl insults at us. However, as a woman, a nation builder, and a mother, I was able to calm myself, respond in a polite way, and, at the end of the day, he accepted the offer.
Thank you for sharing these insights with us!
These narratives from HealthConnect247’s female professionals exemplify dedication, resilience, and the diverse roles women play in advancing healthcare. Their stories inspire us to continue striving for excellence and equity in all facets of our work.
