Every year you wait is another year someone less capable gets the seat that should be yours
Limited seats. Individually chosen.
₹38 LPA five years ago. ₹46 LPA today. Five years, two new titles, and a number that's barely moved. It was never about talent or effort — you've proven both for years.
What no one taught you is how the top actually works: how some women double their CTC in two years while equally capable ones keep waiting, and how the same role pays ₹40 LPA in one company and ₹90 in another. That's what the 100 Board Members Program gives you — the skill to turn your years of experience into authority the room finally respects, and the positioning to claim the seat you've already earned.
Click “Request Your Seat” and submit your application.
Join the exclusive WhatsApp group and complete the Day 1 & 2 activities
Day 3 - A LIVE Orientation with Rajesh Bhat. The grand finale of the challenge, and the final stage of selection.
Selected candidates are invited to enrol in the full 100 Board Members cohort.
Your ambition gets you here. Your commitment earns you the seat.
“I GREW MORE IN 3 YEARS THAN I HAD IN THE PREVIOUS 10.”
I started stepping into conversations I used to hesitate to enter. I realized I had been operating below my potential - not because I lacked capability, but because I had never been trained to think at that level.
“ZERO TO ₹30 CRORE. ONE STATE TO FOURTEEN. IN TWO YEARS.”
I joined at a turning point—moving from a senior corporate role into entrepreneurship. The shift was not just strategic; it was personal. I became clearer, more decisive, and far more confident in handling pressure. What stayed with me most was the mindset shift. It changed how I lead, how I respond, and how I grow.
“OFTEN THE ONLY WOMAN IN THE ROOM. THE PROGRAM CHANGED THAT.”
I needed more than competence. I needed strategic confidence and clarity under pressure. It changed how I think at senior levels and how I handle challenges.
“I TOOK ON 2X THE RESPONSIBILITY AND FELT STEADY.”
I took on 2x the responsibility and felt steady and confident through the transition. Building my profile changed how I positioned myself—it gave me greater clarity, stronger conviction, and a sharper sense of direction. It directly influenced the kind of roles I was considered for and the conversations I was invited into.
Rajesh, a visionary entrepreneur, has led three groundbreaking startups: Head Held High, 1Bridge, and Iron Lady. Beyond his business successes, Rajesh's unconventional leadership style and commitment to gender equality have gained global recognition.
His bold choice to wear a saree in professional settings has sparked conversations and challenged stereotypes, amplifying the discourse on gender equality. Rajesh's innovative leadership has earned him accolades from influential figures like Amitabh Bachchan and CNN, who named him one of "The Real Heroes of India."
Passionate about empowering women and fostering entrepreneurship, Rajesh collaborates with business leaders to pioneer new approaches to women's leadership in corporate environments. His dedication to creating a more inclusive world extends beyond business, reflecting his commitment to driving meaningful change.
Iron Lady leads the way in transformative leadership programmes tailored specifically for women, harnessing a unique blend of effective methodologies such as the Art of War, Business War Tactics, and the Strength-Based Excellence model. Developed over 25+ years of rigorous research and implementation, our programmes deliver relevant, impactful content designed to empower women in today's dynamic business landscape.
Helmed by esteemed industry veterans Simon Newman (Ex-CEO of Aviva Singapore), Sridhar Sambandam (Ex-CEO of Bajaj Auto), Rajesh Bhat (Founder and Director, MWE/Iron Lady, TEDx Speaker), and Suvarna Hegde (CEO, Co-Founder, MWE/Iron Lady), Iron Lady is committed to driving measurable and enduring results in women's leadership development.
Partnering with esteemed institutions like TISS, NSDC, and NASSCOM Foundation for certification and impact measurement, Iron Lady ensures the delivery of programmes that produce tangible outcomes. Our comprehensive approach includes a dynamic mix of classroom sessions, app-based learning modules, and personalised mentoring, empowering women to excel and lead with confidence.
To date, the programmes have empowered over 78,000 women with Business War Tactics! These women have successfully applied these tactics and principles and achieved significant milestones in their careers.
Limited seats. Individually chosen.
Yes, completely free. The 3-day challenge and orientation cost nothing. Based on the challenge, selected candidates are invited to enrol in the full cohort, which is paid — details are shared during orientation.
Once you apply, you'll be invited to join a private WhatsApp group to begin the 3-day challenge, and our team will reach out personally to make sure you're all set. Day 1 and Day 2 involve short activities, and Day 3 is a live orientation with Rajesh Bhat as the final stage of selection. Based on your involvement and the assessments through the challenge, selected candidates are invited to enrol in the cohort.
Iron Lady is a purpose driven mission - supported by thousands of volunteers, and Industry Stalwarts. All the program investments are way below similar programs in the market.
The orientation and all cohort sessions are conducted live and are fully interactive. The 3-day challenge runs through a private WhatsApp group with daily assignments.
Senior women professionals, entrepreneurs, and business leaders with at least 8 years of experience, ready to step into board-level roles and top-table authority.
Choose yourself this time
59th Cohort - Acceptance closes in
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