Deepa Purushothaman

About the Author

Deepa Purushothaman is a trailblazing leadership consultant, executive coach, and advocate for workplace equity, with over two decades of experience in corporate America at firms like McKinsey & Company. As a woman of color who shattered glass ceilings in male-dominated boardrooms, she draws from her personal journey and professional insights to empower others. Her groundbreaking book, The First, the Few, the Only: How Women of Color Can Redefine Power in Corporate America – An Axiom Award-Winning Roadmap to Workplace Belonging and Transformation, offers a vital roadmap for fostering inclusion and reimagining power dynamics. Purushothaman's work challenges systemic biases, inspiring organizations and individuals to build more equitable futures where diverse voices lead with authenticity and impact.