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“When I dare to be powerful — to use my strength in the service of my vision — then it becomes less and less important whether I am afraid.”

- Audre Lorde

CelebratingtheRealEstateWarriors! Dearreaders,

WelcometoourlatestissueofCIOWomenMagazine,wherewecelebratetheremarkable achievementsofwomenwhoaretransformingthelandscapeofrealestate.

Forfartoolong,thisindustryhasbeendominatedbymen.Butapowerfulshiftisunderway.Women arenotonlyenteringthefieldingreaternumbers,buttheyarealsorisingtopositionsofleadership, challengingthestatusquo,anddrivinginnovation.

Onourcoverthismonth,wefeaturetheinspiringstoryofClaudiaPatriciaEusse.Herjourneyisa testamenttoresilience,vision,andanunwaveringcommitmenttoexcellence.Throughher accomplishments,Claudiaisnotonlyforgingherownpath,butalsopavingthewayforfuture generationsofwomeninrealestate.

Withinthesepages,you’llencounteradiversegroupofwomenleaderswhoaremakingsignificant contributionsacrossallfacetsoftheindustry.Frompioneeringdeveloperstovisionaryinvestors,from ingeniousarchitectstoimpactfulsustainabilitychampions,thesewomenareredefiningwhatitmeans tobealeaderinrealestate.

Theirstoriesarenotjustaboutindividualsuccesses.Theyareacollectiveforceshapingthefutureofan industrythatiscriticaltoourcommunitiesandourglobaleconomy Throughtheirexpertise,passion, anddedication,theyarecreatingmoreinclusiveworkplaces,fosteringsustainablepractices,and drivingpositivechange.

Asyoudelveintothisissue,weencourageyoutobeinspiredbythejourneysoftheseremarkable women.There’sawealthofknowledge,experience,andinsightstobegainedfromtheirperspectives.

Together,let’scelebratetheirachievementsandbuildontheirmomentum.Thefutureofrealestateis bright,andwomenareattheforefront,leadingthewaytowardsamoreinnovative,equitable,and sustainableindustry.

Claudia Patricia Eusse

Anactress,singer,model,andproducerPriyankaChopraJonasisaninfluential globaliconwhoisalsoaUnitedNationsGoodwillAmbassadorandaformer MissWorld.Anactorturnedphilanthropisthasredefinedsuccessandbrokenall theboundarieswithhertalent,andrelentlesspursuitofexcellence.Priyankahas conqueredtherealmofnotonlyBollywoodbutalsoHollywood,leavingan indeliblemarkontheentertainmentindustry.Thisarticleembarksyouonthe journeyofPriyankaChopraalsoknownasDesiGirlbecomingaglobalicon,her achievements,andtheimpactofherworkattheinternationallevel.

SeriesofAchievements:

Priyanka’sjourneyfromBollywoodtoHollywoodexemplifiesherresilience, talent,andversatility.Shehasshatteredthestereotypesandredefinedsuccessby impactingattheinternationallevel.Here’sthelistofherachievements:

LIST OF OF PRIYANKA CHOPRA: CHOPRA: PRIYANKA ACHIEVEMENTS

Two National Film Awards

Highest-paid actress in India

Star of the American television series Baywatch

Advocate for women’s empowerment and education

Miss World 2000

Star of the ABC series Quantico Five Film Fare Awards

United Nations Goodwill Ambassador

Critic of the caste system in India

Priyanka Chopra Jonas, the name resonates with talent, beauty, and charisma has become one of the most successful personalities in the global entertainment industry. The former Miss World (2000) represented India in the beauty pageant and captivated the judges' attention with her poise and intelligence. This prestigious title catapulted her into the limelight and opened doors to the world of showbiz.

Following the triumph, Desi Girl started acting in Bollywood, the Indian Film Industry. “The Hero: Love Story of a Spy” was her debut lm in which she showcased her acting skills and ventured into the entertainment industry. She is known for choosing versatile roles in Hindi movies like Aitraaz, Bur, 7 Khoon Maaf, Fashion, Bajirao Mastani, Mary Kom, etc. Priyanka portrayed her acting talent with a wide range of characters in these lms for which she received great acclamation in various award functions. After establishing herself as the most successful and unique Bollywood actress, she turned to the Hollywood entertainment industry.

The Cosmic Stor y of Success

Life Lessons On Being Extraordinary m Priyanka Fro opra Jonas Ch

Inthedazzlingworldoftheenvironment,veryfew starsshinelikePriyankaChopraJonas.Her extraordinaryjourneyofbecominganinternational iconshowcasesherversatilityandpioneeringspirit. Hereareafewlifelessonsyoucanlearnfromher:

CreatingandCultivatingaLifeofHappiness

Itisaveryimportantlifelessonyoucanlearnfrom Priyankaasaccordingtoher,ifyouknowyourselfworthasaperson,youfeelempoweredandmake effortstoreachyourfullestpotentialandcapabilities. Shehascreatedandcultivatedalifeofhappiness throughherphilanthropicactivitiesandentertaining peoplethroughheruniqueactingskills.Priyanka exemplifiesthatsenseofself-worthistherootcause ofherhappiness.

Thelongestrelationshipyouhaveiswithyourself

Priyankalooksuptoherparentsasthemostinfluential peopleinherlifewhilegrowingup.Shehada meaningfulrelationshipwithherfather,andthat’swhy shewasdeeplyaffectedwhenhepassedaway.During suchtoughtimes,shelearnedthatitisacrucialthing tobuildahealthyrelationshipwithyourself.By choosingyourselfoveranythingelse,youdon’tallow otherstodictateyourlife.Shestatedthisfactwhile shootinghermovie,TheWhiteTiger

Ageisjustanumber

TheactresstiedtheknotwithNickJonasin 2018whenshewas36yearsoldandhewas 25yearsold.Theagegapbetweenbothof themhasneverstoppedherfromowningher relationshipwithhim.Furthermore,she becameamotherinherlate30sand symbolizedthatageisjustanumber.Despite beingatthepeakofhercareer,Priyanka Choprastoodupforacceptingmotherhood throughsurrogacyandsaidthereisnoperfect timetobecomeamother.

Theskyisthelimit

Priyankaisthemostsuitableactresswhocan provethephrase,“Skyisthelimit”.Her careergrowthisthebestillustrationof crossingyourboundaries.Shestartedher journeyasanactressinBollywoodandright nowrulingtheheartsofpeoplelikeno actressdidbefore.Thoughshechosetowork inHollywood,sheneverforgotherrootsand representedtheIndianculturewithfullof graceandhumbleness.Shetaughtthattaking risksisanessentialfactorinyourlifeandby this,yougettoopengatesfornew opportunities.

PersonalMilestones

Priyanka’sentrepreneurialspirithas manifestedinherventuresoutsidethe entertainmentindustry.Shehasbeenin thelimelightduetohermarriagetothe AmericansingerandactorNickJonas. Theirmarriagehasbeenseenasacrossculturaluniontocelebratetheloveto transcendgeographicalboundaries.Her fansadmirehereffortsandthestruggle shemadethroughoutthejourney.She continuestoblazeforupcomingactors. Additionally,shecontinuedtobeinthe newsduetoherbabydaughterMalti MarieChopraJonaswhowasconceived throughasurrogate.Thecoupleenjoying familyholidaysonworld-famous beachesandresortshavecapturedmajor applauseontheinternet.

Beingfinanciallyindependent

Onceatasocialevent,PriyankaChopra said,“Itdoesn’tmatterwhosedaughter youare.Itdoesn’tmatterwhoyoumarry Youwillbefinanciallyindependent.”The abilitytosupportoneselffinanciallyfor day-to-dayexpensesistheforemost importantthinginthepathof empowerment.InIndiansociety,ithas beentaughtthathomemakingisthe primaryjobofwomen,andachieving careergoalsisthesecondaryone.She startedworkingwhenshewas17years oldandhermothersupportedher, however,sheasksthatnobodyshould waitforsomeonetosaythatthisisthe opportunityanddoit.Youshouldflyon yourown.

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CONCLUSION

The life story of Priyanka Chopra Jonas is a testament to the profound connection between cosmic energy and human destiny. She was included in the list of 100 Most Inuential People of Time Magazine in 2016 and has been featured in Forbes’ 100 Most Inuential Women of the Year. Coming from a very small town situated in India she has conquered the dazzling highlights in her career. In short, no dream is too big for you to achieve and with the right mindset, anything is possible. We hope you enjoyed reading our article and were inspired by Priyanka’s incredible journey.

Patcia Eusse

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Redefining Real Estate Leadership with Effectiveness and Gender Advocacy

EUSSE GROUP CEO

IInthepastfewyears,realestatehas evolvedintoamorewelcomingsector forwomen,givingthemample opportunitiestogrowasleadersand contributetothesector’sgrowth. Whilecertainchallengesrelatedto genderdiversitytendtopersist,more womenaredefyingtheoddsand breakingtheshacklesofinequalities withprideandpassion.Essentially, ClaudiaPatriciaEusse(CEOof TheEusseGroup)hasearned recognitionintherealestatelandscape forhereffectivestrategiesof organizationalsuccessaswellasher advocacytowardsgenderequalityin theindustry

For20years,ClaudiaPatriciahas beenactivelyinvolvedinrealestate andmarketinginSouthFlorida, extendingherinfluencetoLasVegas andCalifornia.Presently,sheoffers herexpertiseasarepresentativefor someoftheleadingluxurydevelopers inMiami.Forthepasttwoandhalf years,Claudiahassuccessfully undertakentheresponsibilityof dedicatedlypromotingtheARIA RESERVEMIAMIprojectbyMelo Group–aprojectthathasachieved substantialsuccess(withsales exceeding$200mninthelasttwo years)underherrepresentation. Claudia’sextensiveexperienceand practicalstrategiesmakeherakey playerinrealestateandthemarketing landscape.

AcingtheTransitionwithZeal

and Enthusiasm

AlthoughClaudiaPatriciahasa backgroundinbroadcastjournalism, whereshewasactivelyengagedin high-demand,dailynewsreportingthat requiredtimely,on-airpresentations, transitioningtorealestatehas surprisinglybeensmoother.She highlightsdailytimelinesascrucialin journalism; however,inrealestate, transactiontimelinesvary,sometimes fromtwoweekstoamonth.Thelatter makesthepacesomewhatrelaxed, requiringadifferentapproachto copingwiththeworkrhythm.Despite thedifferences,sheappreciatesthe shift.Whilebothfieldsdemandlong hours,realestateinvolvesmore follow-up,contrastingwiththedaily intensityofnewsreporting.Moreover, Claudia’speople-orientednaturealigns wellwithherinterestinlearningabout individualsandtheirbackgrounds,a traitshecarriesfromherjournalism days.Herexperiencesinbroadcast journalismandrealestatehavebeen instrumentalinshapinghercurrent position,allowinghertonavigatethe nuancesofbothfieldseffectively.

Presently,ClaudiaPatriciaservesas theVicePresidentofSalesforARIA RESERVEMIAMIaremarkable$1.8 bnprojectinwhatiscurrentlyreferred toastheBillionaires’RoadinMiami. Spanningfrom17thto36thStreet,this projectisparticularlysignificantfor her,comingintoplayjustbeforethe pandemiclockdowninMiami. Expressinghergratitude,sheredirected herplansfromanotherprojecttojoin ARIARESERVEMIAMI.Being acquaintedwiththeareaforovera decade,Claudiavaluesthearea’s connectivity,withplansfora boardwalklinkingtoKaseya,the Kaseya Center,andthePerformance ArtsCenter—allwithinashort walkingdistanceoflessthan minutes.

Herenthusiasmforthisvibrantand upscaleregionisgroundedinher deepconnectionwiththearea. GratefulforherroleintheMelo team,sheactivelycontributestothe successofARIARESERVE MIAMI.

AStraightforwardPhilosophyof Success

“Success is being consistent and perseverance. I tell everybody and preach it every time,” itsan accumulationoffalsestepsthat createthemomentumforthe quantumjumpcalled“Success” saysClaudiaPatricia.Fosteringsuch amindset,sheconsistently emphasizesthisinhercoaching sessionsandseminarstoensure constantorganizationalsuccess.She alsostressestheimportanceof listeningtopeople,oftenreminding othersduringthesesessions.Inthe rushtocompletetransactionsor securesales,individualssometimes overlookthehumanaspectofthe personinfrontofthem.

Whetherdealingwithbrokersor clients,Claudiaemphasizes establishingastrongconnectionand understandingtheindividual’s preferences,familysituation,and lifestyle,whethertheyareyoung professionals,entrepreneurs,or families.Buildingthisunderstanding iscrucial,notsolelyformakinga salebutalsofordeveloping meaningfulconnections;hence,she believesingettingtoknowpeople, whetherornottheymakea purchase.Additionally,shevalues learningaboutdifferentculturesand countries,acknowledgingthatthis knowledgecontributestoabroader understandingofhowtheworld operates.“Getting to know the human being is very important,” assertsClaudia.

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A woman leader should always remember the word woman‘‘

TechnologyforContinuousGrowth

Despitehercomprehensiveindustryand marketexperience,ClaudiaPatriciaasserts herselfasanoldschoolandconsidersherself newtothelatesttechnologyadvancements, saying, “I believe technology is blowing us away. It’s so fast, but I love it.” Sherecallsan instancewheresheexperiencedthe transformativepowerofAIwhilerecently creatingavideousingherimageanimatedby AI.Inthisthree-minutepresentation,she showcasedherexpertiseindifferent languages,includingTurkish,Russian, French,andMandarin,reachingaudiences globally.

Recognizingitsefficiencyineliminating geographicalbarriers,Claudiaenthusiastically embracestechnology.Sheemphasizesthe convenienceitbringstoclientswhonolonger needtovisitaphysicallocationtoexplore properties,owingtotoolslikeGoogleEarth. Sheiscommittedtocontinuouslearning, attendingtwoorthreeseminarsatHarvard annually.Shefurthernotes, “I believe in investing in technology and in ourselves to be better persons and also to be able to leave something back to humanity. I’m very much into helping out the community. So, I love technology and being involved with people. It’s my thing.”

EmpoweringWomenby EmbracingPersonalIdentity

Withanimpressiveportfolioanda lucrativeprofessionalcareer,Claudia Patriciaisarenownedfaceinreal estatewhoconstantlysetsvarious examplesofwomen’sempowerment intheindustry.Whileemphasizing how“Awomanleadershould alwaysremembertheword woman,”shebelievesinthesynergy ofbothmaleandfemale perspectives.Drawingonher experienceasamother,Claudia notesthatwomenleadersoftenbring anurturingqualitytotheirroles. Reflectingonhigh-profileexecutives, Claudiaobservesthateveryone sharescommongroundregardlessof status.

Claudiaadvocatesforaless defensiveandmorenurturing approachasawomanandamother. Shesuggeststhatempathizingand understandingothers’perspectives allowswomentoachievediverse goals.Claudiaencourageswomen leaderstospeakoutconfidentlybut advisesapproachingheatedsituations patiently,allowingtimeforthingsto

cooldownbeforeexpressing opinions.Acknowledgingwomen’s challenges,shehasseensignificant progressinvariousindustriesover thelastcentury.However,sheviews thecurrenteraasfavorable,with ampleopportunitiesforwomen. “We have done something like a quantum jump in the last century. So, we’re in the right era, and I believe that if we remember how to be nourished, we could accomplish a lot more,” she remarks.

Atthehelm,Claudiagreatly prioritizessupportingtheladies workingwithher,particularlyyoung professionalswithsmallchildren. Havingexperiencedthechallengesof divorcewhileherdaughterwasjust 19monthsold,Claudiaisdeeply empathetictothestrugglesfacedby womeninsimilarsituations.She considersassistingwomenin achievingtheirdreams,supporting theirfamilies,andfostering teamworkessential.Claudia advocatesforacollaborativeA-Team approach,emphasizingunique contributionsfromeachmember, valuingteamworkevenwhenroles differmetaphorically,and highlightingtheimportanceof effectivecommunicationandsetting asideegosduringchallengingtimes. Acknowledgingherchallengeinthe delegation,Claudiaemphasizesthe importanceofoverseeingtasksto ensureeveryonecontributes, believingthatalignmentandshared goalsmaketheteammoreefficient andyieldvisibleresults.Moreover, herleadershipandcommunication skillshaveearnedheraccolades, includingbeingnamedRealEstate CoachoftheYearforSouthFlorida. Gratefulfortheopportunitiesthatlife andtheuniversehavepresentedto heroveralmosttwodecades,she attributeshersuccesstotheblessings fromGod.

LeadingtheIndustryandContributingtothe Community

ClaudiaPatriciaobtainedherrealestatelicenseand subsequentlyearnedherbrokerlicense.Currently,she expressesdeepgratitudeforobtainingstateapprovalfor twonon-profits.Oneofthem,SuccessfulWomen’s, organizesanannualgalacalledSuccessfulWomenLeaders, nowinitsthirdedition.Claudiainitiatedthisgalato recognizewomenentrepreneurs,acknowledgingthe collaborativeeffortsofwomenandmeninaccomplishing theirdreams.Inhergala,shespecificallyhonorswomen entrepreneurswhoworkalongsidesupportivemenwitha firmbeliefinthepowerfulsynergythatariseswhenboth genderscollaborate.

Inaddition,Claudiaisactivelyinvolvedinachildren’s foundation.Sheencouragesbrokerstocontributebusiness toherteam,enablingthefoundationtoprovidefoodand toystounderprivilegedchildreninvariouscountries, includingColombiaandtheUnitedStates.Throughthis initiative,sheaddressesessentialneedssuchasschool materialssupportingchildren’seducation.Infact,she considershercommitmenttothesephilanthropiceffortsas hermostsignificantaccomplishmentandalifemission. “This is what I was brought into Earth for, and just being able to help it gives me a great gratitude to keep doing what I do every day,” Claudiaaffirms.

Despitebeingaworkaholic,Claudiacherishesqualitytime withherdaughter,settingasidetechnologytoengagein activitieslikepicnics,beachoutings,andsailing.Shefinds solaceinnature,enjoyingmomentsinthemountainsand simplepleasureslikewatchingTVwithherdaughterand petsathome.Claudiatakesjoyincooking,especially duringholidays,valuingthetraditionsofpreparingmeals herselfandfindingcomfortinthewarmthofherownhome.

ConfrontingGender-RelatedBarriers

Throughouthercareer,ClaudiaPatriciahasexperienced severalchallenges,especiallygender-relatedones.Infact, shehasencounteredchallengingsituationswhere individualshaveacteddisrespectfullyduringnegotiations intheUS,evenresortingtoyelling.Intheseinstances,she haslearnednottoreactimmediatelybuttoallowthe situationtocooldown.Later,sheaddressesthebehavior, assertingherrighttorespectasahumanbeing.

Insuchsituations,Claudiaemphasizestheimportanceof maintainingcomposureandnotstoopingtothesamelevel

ofdisrespect.Herchallengingexperienceshavemoved hertoemphasizethevalueofcopingmechanisms, meditation,exercise,andnurturingoneself.Drawingfrom herexperiences,shesharesinsightsfromthebook“The FourAgreements”byMiguelCervantes,whichhighlights thatwhenpeopleexpressangerorfrustration,itoften stemsfromtheirissuesratherthanbeingareflectionofthe individualbeingyelledat.

Claudiaextendsthisunderstandingtoherteam, encouragingopencommunicationaboutpersonalissues whilemaintainingprofessionalismintheworkplace, underscoringtheneedtofocusonbusinessmattersduring workhours,particularlywhenrepresentingasignificant projectlikethe$1.8billiondevelopmentsheleads.She believesthatearningrespectinvolvesnotengagingin confrontationsbutstayingfocusedondeliveringresults. Throughherexperiences,Claudiahaslearnedthat maintainingprofessionalismandnotallowingoneselfto bedraggedintounnecessaryconflictsfostersamore respectfulandproductiveworkenvironment.

MovingForward,StayingFocused,andBeingGrateful

ClaudiaPatriciadrawsinspirationfromherupbringing, which,thoughchallenging,instilledinherastrongwork ethic.Sheemphasizestheimportanceofmovingforward, stayingfocused,andmaintaininggratitudedailyand sharesherbeliefthatpersonalstoriesarevital,but individualsshouldavoidvictimizingthemselves. Moreover,herresilienceisevidentasshelikenslife’s challengestolearningtowalk.Whilesheconstantlydraws inspirationfromherpeers,sheismajorlyinspiredby OprahWinfreyforhercontributionstothecommunityand motivationalimpact,andsheacknowledgestheinfluence ofMotherTeresaandhermotherandgrandmother

Hergrandmother’sexperiencesasablackwomaninSouth Americaduringthe70sareapoignantexampleof progressoverthedecades.Claudiarecognizesthecontrast betweenfamilieswithvaryingfinancialbackgrounds, allowinghertoappreciatetheimportanceofhumility, love,andacceptance.

Despiteherachievements,sheremainsfocusedon continuouslearningandgrowth.Herprimaryjob,she asserts,istobeabettermotherandcontributetoher foundations.Lookingahead,sheenvisionsbuilding anotherfamilyandfurtheraccomplishinghergoalsasa woman,recognizingtheongoingjourneyofselfimprovement.

EnvisioningOpportunities andGlobalExpansion

ClaudiaPatriciaenvisionsexpandinghercompanybyexploringfranchiseopportunities, explicitlyfocusingonenteringtheEuropeanmarket.Shehasinitiateddiscussionswithpotential partnerstofacilitatethisexpansion,aimingtoelevateherbusinesstothenextlevel.Claudiasees thecontinuousgrowthofherteamandtechnologicaladvancements,suchasvirtual communicationplatformslikeZoom,askeyfactorsenablingthisinternationalexpansion.She believesconnectinggloballywillbenefitherselfandherteam,assheaimstorepresent developersandnonprofitsinadditionalcountries.Overall,Claudiaisdeterminedtogrowher businessinternationallyandisoptimisticaboutthepotentialsuccessofopeningnewfranchises.

Dont Give Up‘‘

‘‘ The Ultimate Motto

Stressingtheimportanceofperseverance,drawingfromherown experiencesoffinancialstruggles,Claudiaadvisesindividualsnottogive upduringchallengingtimesandrecommendscreatingabudgetto navigatedifficulties.Reflectingonherjourney,sheemphasizesthevalue ofhardwork,sharingmomentsfromherpastwhenshetookunpaid internshipsandworkedwithoutasalary.Shebelievesintheprinciplethat persistencepaysoffandencouragesleveragingfreeadvertisingplatforms likeInstagramandFacebook,whicharemoreaccessiblenowcomparedto whenshestartedinrealestate.Inhercoachingsessions,Claudiaurges brokerstoembracetechnologyandtakeadvantageofincentivesofferedby developers,emphasizingtheneedtobuildafinancialcushionwhile remainingdeterminedtomoveforward.Inconclusion,Claudiaadvises: “Keep on going because you will make it sooner or later. There’s no reason to give up. As long as you have something, you can always sell it. So always keep on going, and talk to people.”

Easter Island

d Heads:

Built In Honor Or To Hide Bodies?

TheMoaistatuesaremonumentsonEasterIslandinChile.Thehighlightsoftheseislands

aretheheads.Itisbelievedthatthemoaiwerebuiltin1400-1650A.D,approximately.Itis theeasternmostoutpostofthePolynesianislandworld.Theislandstandsaloneabout1900 kmeastofPitcairnIslandand3540kmwestofChile.Anenormoustriangleisformedabout14 mileslongand7mileswide,theareaisabout63squaremiles.ThehighestpointMt.Terevakais 1969feetabovesealevel.

Themoaistatuesarebelievedtobebuiltinhonorofchieftainsorotherimportantpeoplewhowere deceased.Thestoneplatformscalledahu,rectangularinshape,wereusedwhichweretombsforthe peoplethatthestatuesrepresented.Thefeaturesofthestatuesweremadeintentionallywith differentcharacteristicssincetheywereintendedtokeeptheappearanceofthepersonthey represented.

Atthattime,agroupofcarversexistedfromwhomthestatueswerebought.Asthebartersystem prevailedinthosetimes,thebuyingtribewouldpaywithwhatevertheyhadinlargequantities. Bananas,sweetpotatoes,chickens,mats,andobsidiantools.Asalargerstatuewouldmeanahigher cost,biggerstatueswouldalsomeanmoregreatnesstothetribe.Itwouldalsobeproofthatthemen atworkarecleverandhard-workingenoughtopay.

HistoryofEasterIslands:

Somethousandyearsago,asmallgroupofPolynesiansreached theworld’sgreatestoceaninsearchofnewland.Forgenerations, theirancestorshadexpandedtowardstheeastinthevastPacific Ocean,guidedonlybythestars.Anewpieceoflandwasfound. ThesettlersofthetinyvirginislandcalledtheirnewhomeTe PitooteHenua,whichmeans“TheNaveloftheWorld”.The nameseemedtofitwitheaseandtheywerethinkingthatthere canbenoplacedistantthanthis.

TheinhabitantsknownasRapaNui,builtacivilizationofart, capableofcarving,raising,andtransportinghundredsofmassive monolithstatuesusingtheirownhandsandstone.Asculpted writingcalledrono-ronohasevolved.Aculturehadevolved,full ofintellect,achievements,music,andlegends-againstallodds.It wasinanenvironmentonewouldnotevenexpect.Since childhood,adetailedunderstandingofhistorywasimbibedto makethechildrenknowwheretheirrootscomefrom.Until today,theRapaNuipeoplerememberthelineagebacktothe timewhenKingHotuMatu’adisembarkedatthebeachof Anakenaquitesometimeago.

HowtogettoEasterIsland:

ItisastonishingwhenwethinkabouthowPolynesian peoplereachedRapaNuiinthefirstplace.Getting theretodayisfareasier,buttheislandisstillvery muchatadistance.LongflightsfromRapaNui, Santiago,andTahitiareavailabletoreachthere.

Climate:

Theclimateissubtropicali.e.sunnyanddry.The warmestmonthsareJanuarytillMarch.Theaverage temperatureis73*F(23*C)andthecoolestmonths areJunetillAugustwhentheaveragetemperatureis 64*F(18*C).Theaverageannualprecipitationis about49inchesbutwithconsiderableannual variation.Septemberhappenstobethedriestmonth andtheheaviestrainfalloccursduringJuneandJuly bythepassageofaustralwinterfronts.WindsinJune andAugustareirregular;duringtherestoftheyear tradewindsfromtheeastandthesoutheastare dominant.

Traditions, Beliefs & Attitudes:

1. Polynesian culture dominates Easter Island:

The culture is heavily dominated by, both, the Polynesian culture and the unique experience it has from constant isolation and limited resources. First introduced to the rest of the world by Dutch sailors, the population was soon reduced due to an influx of European foreigners who brought along diseases and slave trading in the 1700s.

2. Locals are excellent craftsmen:

Along with everyday tasks, the locals are excellent craftsmen. They work with wood, fiber, and feathers to create symbols of religious power. The culture is heavily tied to the ecclesiastical hierarchy which they followed. The developed societies which suited their status. The status is directly linked to their descent as the gods are very powerful and well-respected.

3. Traditional tobogganing:

Locally known as Haka Pei, also known as traditional tobogganing, is a form of a traditional race. There is no ice involved in this. The locals build toboggans with wood and they toboggan down a hill of dirt or grass, alone or in two pairs.

4. Takona- the body paint:

A variety of traditional clothing is worn during the festive season. Takona is another part of their traditions of celebrating the people and the Rapa Nui. Takona is a type of a body-paint. It is made out of all-natural pigments. They draw symbols all over their bodies to relive the mythologies of their tribe and the history of Easter Island.

Locals are excellent craftsmen:

5. Ivi Atua:

The traditional belief of Rapa Nui culture is known as Ivi Atua. It is the belief that the soul is immortal. The belief also states that their spirit ancestors help them throughout their lives. Their supreme and creator God is known as Make-Make. They believe in the Mana, meaning the mental and supernatural power held by the chiefs of the tribe. These beliefs that they hold are the reasons why they have festivals in respect of their ancestors. It is their way of paying tribute to continue to help and guide them.

Locals are excellent craftsmen:

6. Incredible Facts about the Easter Island:

Easter Island is the world's most isolated island. Has transparent water upto 60 metres down.

Post the civil wars, epidemics, slave raids, famine, and deforestation, out of the 1877 population only 111 was remaining.

It is known by multiple names. Paasch-Eyland, Rapa Nui, Te Pito O Te Henua.

There are 900 Eastern Island Statues. About 887 of them are waiting to be discovered.

In 1914, a team of archeologists found out the heads have bodies inside too. Till then the statues were known as Easter Island heads.

UNESCO has declared Rapa Nui National Park as a World Heritage Site in 1995.

Things to do at Easter Island:

Rano Raraku Park

Ÿ Main attraction on Easter Island

Ÿ The Moai can be seen in all stages of production.

Sunrise from Tongariki Anakena Beach

Ÿ Witness the sunrise from right behind 15 moai statues on an Ahu (ceremonial platfrom)

Ÿ Surprisingly, the sunrise happens at 8.30 am there.

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One of the best beaches and easily accessible

A small beach, but no issues as there aren't many visitors. You can enjoy your solitude in peace.

Myths Surrounding the Easter Island:

#Myth1:TheMoaiarestoneheads:

MoaiisthenamegiventotheanthropomorphicstonestatuesbuiltbytheearlyRapanuipeople.Theislandisfamousfor thesameglobally,butoftentheyarereferredtoasstoneheads.Recently,manyoftheMoaihavebeendugoutandare displayedinalltheirgloryattheUNESCO-recognizedRapaNuiNationalPark.

#Myth2:Twotribesexist:longearsandshortears:

AccordingtoaKevinCostnerfilm,RapaNui,thelong-earandshort-eartribesmaymakegreatnamesforHollywood.But it’snowthoughtthatthemuchmorelikelythetermshanaueepeandhanaumomokomeanstockypeopleandslender people.Thelongearsweretherulingclasswhodominatedandtheshortearsweretheworkingclass.

#Myth3:TheMoaiwerecarvedbyaliens:

OneofthewilderEasterIslandmythscomesfromthecontinuallyengagingAncientAlienTheorists.Accordingtotheir opinion,earlyhumanswerefartooprimitivetohaveconceivedtheideaofbuildingthesestonemonoliths.Itcouldhave neverbeencarvedwiththetechnologythatexistedatthetime,sotheymusthavehadhelpfromastronautsoralienswho visitedtheEarthinancienttimes.

Empowering Excellence: The Rise of CIO Women Leaders in the Tech World

In the dynamic landscape of the tech industry, where innovation and adaptability are key drivers of success, the emergence of Chief Information Ofcer (CIO) women leaders is a noteworthy trend. The traditionally male-dominated eld is experiencing a transformation as talented and visionary women assume leadership roles in technologydriven organizations. This article explores the challenges, achievements, and growing inuence of CIO women leaders, highlighting the importance of diversity and inclusion in shaping the future of technology.

TheChangingFaceofTechLeadership

Historically,thetechnologysectorhasgrappledwithgender imbalances,withwomenoftenunderrepresentedinleadership positions.However,thetideisturning,andCIOwomen leadersarebreakingthroughtheglassceiling.As organizationsrecognizethevalueofdiverseperspectivesand skillsets,womenareincreasinglybeingappointedtoCIO roles,steeringcompaniestowardinnovationandsuccess.

ChampioningDiversityandInclusion

TheascentofCIOwomenleadersisnotmerelyaresultof genderquotasbutisindicativeofabroadershifttowards fosteringdiversityandinclusionintheworkplace. Organizationsthatactivelyencourageadiverseworkforce, includingwomeninleadershippositions,benefitfromarich tapestryofideasandapproaches.CIOwomenleadersbring uniqueinsightstothetable,challengingconventional thinkinganddrivinginnovation.

TheRoleofEducationandMentorship

Educationplaysapivotalroleinempoweringwomento pursuecareersintechnologyandultimatelyascendto leadershiproles.Initiativesaimedatencouragingyounggirls topursueSTEM(Science,Technology,Engineering,and Mathematics)educationareessentialincultivatingapipeline oftalentedwomenenteringthetechindustry.Additionally, mentorshipprogramsthatconnectaspiringfemaleleaders withexperiencedCIOsprovideguidanceandsupportcrucial forprofessionaldevelopment.

OvercomingChallenges

WhilethestridesmadebyCIOwomenleadersare commendable,challengespersist.Genderbias,stereotypes, andalackofrepresentationindecision-makingprocessesare obstaclesthatwomenintechleadershiprolesoftenface. Creatingaworkplaceculturethatvaluesmeritocracy, equality,andfairnessiscrucialinovercomingthese challenges.Organizationsneedtoimplementpoliciesthat promotegenderequalityandactivelyaddressanyinstancesof biasordiscrimination.

BreakingStereotypes

Thestereotypeoftechleadershipbeingamale-dominated domainisslowlyerodingasCIOwomenleadersshatter preconceivednotions.Thesewomenbringadiverserangeof skills,perspectives,andleadershipstylestothetable.By challengingstereotypes,CIOwomenleaderspavethewayfor futuregenerationsofwomenaspiringtomaketheirmarkin technologyleadershiproles.

CIOWomenLeadersDrivingInnovation

Theinfusionofdiverseleadershipstylesintothetechnologysectorisfosteringa cultureofinnovation.CIOwomenleadersarenotonlybreakingdownbarriersbut arealsodrivingtransformativechangeswithintheirorganizations.Bychampioning technologicaladvancements,theseleadersareensuringthattheircompaniesremain competitiveinanever-evolvingmarket.

StrategicVisionandDecision-Making

CIOwomenleadersareknownfortheirstrategicvisionandtheabilitytomake informeddecisionsthatpropeltheirorganizationsforward.Theirleadershipextends beyondthetraditionalrealmsofITmanagement,influencingoverallbusiness strategies.TheintersectionoftechnologyandbusinessiswhereCIOwomenleaders thrive,leveragingtheirexpertisetoaligntechnologicalinvestmentswithbroader organizationalgoals.

BalancingTechnicalProwesswithSoftSkills

OneofthedistinguishingfactorsofCIOwomenleadersistheiradeptnessat balancingtechnicalprowesswithessentialsoftskills.Effectivecommunication, emotionalintelligence,andcollaborationareascrucialastechnicalacumenin leadershiproles.CIOwomenleadersexcelinbuildingstrongteamsandfosteringa collaborativeenvironmentwhereideasflourishandinnovationthrives.

CaseStudiesofCIOWomenLeaders

TobetterunderstandtheimpactofCIOwomenleaders,it’sinsightfultoexplore specificcasestudies.Onenotableexampleisthejourneyof[CompanyX],where [CIOWomanLeader]tookthehelm.Throughherstrategicvisionandtechnological expertise,[CIOWomanLeader]spearheadedinitiativesthatresultedin[specific achievements],positioningthecompanyasatrailblazerintheindustry.

TheImportanceofNetworking

NetworkingplaysapivotalroleinthecareerprogressionofCIOwomenleaders. Buildingprofessionalconnections,bothwithinandoutsidetheorganization, providesopportunitiesforcollaboration,mentorship,andknowledgeexchange. Industryevents,conferences,andnetworkinggroupsspecificallyfocusedon womenintechnologyofferplatformsforCIOwomenleaderstoconnectandshare experiences.

THE FUTURE LANDSCAPE

As the number of CIO women leaders continues to grow, the future of tech leadership appears more inclusive and dynamic. Organizations that embrace diversity and actively support the development of women leaders will be better positioned to navigate the challenges of the digital age. The legacy of CIO women leaders will extend beyond their individual achievements, serving as an inspiration for future generations of women in technology.