Women’s month insights: Geetanjali Sachwani on leadership, growth, and breaking barriers

As part of the Media4Growth women’s month series, Geetanjali Sachwani, VP and Head of Marketing, Franklin Templeton shares her perspective on navigating the industry as a woman, the unique strengths women bring to leadership, and the biases that still persist. 

Geetanjali emphasizes the power of balancing logic with intuition, blending strength with compassion, and making decisions that consider both immediate impact and long-term consequences. She reflects on the early career pressures of chasing titles and recognition but highlights how her definition of success has evolved—now centered on meaningful work and personal growth. 

She also addresses the biases women continue to face, from being overlooked in conversations to being judged for their leadership style. Despite this, she has chosen to lead with authenticity, proving that empathy and expertise can coexist. She stresses the importance of becoming a subject matter expert, as true knowledge and skill are what ultimately command respect in the industry. 

While challenges persist, Geetanjali acknowledges the importance of allies—both men and women—who have supported her journey and helped amplify her voice. Her story is a testament to the resilience, adaptability, and strength that women bring to the workplace, paving the way for a more inclusive and empowered future.