Tariff policy in the U.S. places a disproportionate cost burden on women. Women’s apparel is taxed at 16.7% compared to 13.6% for men’s—leading to an annual $2.77B gender tariff gap that inflates to $8–11B at checkout due to markups. With 97% of apparel and 98% of footwear imported, the impact is widespread. Katica Roy uncovers how gender-based price disparities were embedded into trade classifications and what economic reforms can restore fairness, reduce household costs, and improve consumer equity.

DEI isn't just a values issue—it's an economic one. DEI is not just about fairness—it’s about financial performance. Katica Roy’s original research across 4,161 companies in 29 countries shows that every 10% increase in intersectional gender equity is associated with a 1–2% increase in revenue. As backlash against DEI efforts grows, Roy highlights the measurable risk to revenue and business resilience and offers a data-driven case for embedding equity as a core business strategy.

Countries with higher political gender parity see stronger outcomes in education, health, and workforce readiness. Yet globally, women hold only 28% of parliamentary seats and 10.5% of head-of-state roles. Katica Roy explores how electing more women leads to policy environments that prepare nations for automation, care needs, and future labor market shifts.

Curtailing women’s rights often accompanies a decline in democratic norms and economic performance. A 10% drop in gender inequality is linked to a 1–2% rise in revenue. Katica Roy connects the global rollback of gender rights with weakened labor participation and innovation—and demonstrates how equity safeguards both democracy and prosperity.

Budget freezes and shutdowns harm women disproportionately. Women make up 69% of the lowest earners and do 2.3x more unpaid care work. Katica Roy outlines how cuts to education, healthcare, and child care disrupt economic security for families—and how gender-responsive policy can build resilience into government systems.

Women earn 83 cents to every dollar men earn and lead households with 45% less median wealth. These disparities reduce consumer power and restrict economic mobility. Katica Roy explains how closing equity gaps increases innovation, labor force participation, and GDP—turning marginalized populations into market drivers.

Workplace inequity causes attrition, underutilized talent, and massive productivity losses. Katica Roy shows how plugging the "leaks" in hiring, promotion, and pay can restore $3.1 trillion to the U.S. economy. She presents a data-driven roadmap to redesign talent systems for sustainable growth.

Men lead 90% of Fortune 500 companies yet are often sidelined in equity conversations. Katica Roy reframes gender equity as a shared opportunity. Her research across 4,161 companies in 29 countries found that every 10% increase in intersectional gender equity is associated with a 1–2% increase in revenue. She provides actionable strategies to bring male leaders into the dialogue as co-creators of equitable, high-performing workplaces.

Gender equity isn’t just a national issue—it’s a local economic lever. Closing gender gaps in workforce participation could grow U.S. GDP by $3.1 trillion and global GDP by 11%. Katica Roy tailors her analysis to your sector or region to show how inclusive practices expand economic opportunity.

Gender equity is the common thread running through education, healthcare, labor, and Social Security. With 40% of U.S. households relying on women as primary earners, underinvestment weakens entire communities. Katica Roy demonstrates how advancing equity can solve multiple policy challenges at once.

Although many CEOs say gender equity is a top priority, only 22% of employees see it tracked. Katica Roy illustrates how AI can reduce bias across the employee lifecycle, from hiring to promotion—strengthening fairness and business outcomes alike.

DEI is not a cost center—it’s a revenue driver. Katica Roy delivers the metrics and market rationale for embedding equity into corporate strategy, aligning DEI efforts with ESG mandates, shareholder value, and long-term economic resilience.