On World Day of Social Justice, I found myself reflecting on a question that has shaped my entire board career: how many women does it take to change the conversation in the boardroom?

I’ve […]

My IWD challenge for every director? Choose sponsorship over mentorship.

In the past 12 months, how many times have you offered to mentor a woman? How many times have you actively used your influence […]

Today’s Thursday Thoughts come from a question I’ve been sitting with lately: What’s the difference between sending the elevator down and building more elevators?

For years, I’ve championed one-on-one mentorship. I’ve had sponsors who […]

Today’s #ThursdayThoughts come from new research confirming a pattern I’ve observed across many boardrooms: while female board representation is increasing, persistent gender pay gaps persist at the executive level.

I’ve seen this firsthand.

Companies add women to […]

Today’s #ThursdayThoughts come from some troubling data I’ve been reviewing.

The case for women on boards has rarely been stronger. And yet progress is stalling. From 2024 to 2025, […]

Today’s #ThursdayThoughts highlights how board-ready women plan to pursue board seats this spring. By then, decisions will already be finalized.

I’ve been thinking about this lately […]