Indian-Origin Man Criticized for Misogynistic LinkedIn Message to British CEO

Nirmal Patel told Louisa Klouda, CEO of Fenchurch Legal, that he avoids working with women, prompting backlash on social media.

Louisa Klouda, CEO of Fenchurch Legal, shared a LinkedIn exchange where Nirmal Patel stated he 'tends not to work with women.'
Patel's message concluded with the phrase 'Be well sweetheart,' which many found unprofessional and condescending.
The conversation began after Patel reached out in December 2024 and followed up with a question mark in early January 2025.
Klouda's LinkedIn post criticizing Patel's remarks received widespread support, with users condemning his outdated views.
Social media users highlighted the persistence of misogyny in professional spaces and praised Klouda's response as empowering.