What an inspiring and productive day at the 2025 Chairs Retreat! We had the privilege of coming together to discuss our mission, reflect on the success of 2024, and chart an ambitious course for the future. From networking and team-building to strategic brainstorming, it was a powerful gathering of minds and voices dedicated to creating meaningful change in boardrooms. Some key highlights from the day: 🔹 A deep dive into the impact of our local events and 2024 outcomes, with data-driven insights that show the growth and success of our programs. 🔹 2025 initiatives and our multi-year strategic plan focused on expanding revenue streams, enhancing volunteer engagement, and laying the groundwork for our 15-year campaign. 🔹 A thoughtful discussion on navigating setbacks, addressing slowing growth, and the importance of keeping the momentum going despite challenges. 🔹 Energizing brainstorming sessions for committee and event planning, where we identified key opportunities for enhanced collaboration and strategy. This retreat was a reminder of how far we've come and the incredible impact of the work we’re doing together. The passion and dedication in the room are setting the stage for even more success in the year ahead! We can’t wait to carry this energy forward into 2025 and beyond as we continue to push for greater diversity in boardrooms across the country and throughout the world. #Leadership #DiversityOnBoards #StrategicPlanning #50WomenToWatch #Collaboration #WomenInLeadership #BoardDiversity #50/50WomenOnBoards
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The leading global education & advocacy campaign accelerating gender balance and diversity on corporate boards. #5050WOB
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50/50 Women on Boards™ is the leading nonprofit global education & advocacy campaign committed to advancing gender balance and diversity on corporate boards.
In 2010 we launched 2020 Women on Boards, now 50/50 Women on Boards, to educate, advocate and collaborate with corporations and action groups committed to advancing women to corporate boards. Reaching and exceeding our initial goal of 20% women directors by 2020, our new campaign boldly calls for women to hold 50% of all corporate board seats and women of color to hold at least 20% of corporate board seats.
Our proprietary 50/50 Women on Boards Gender Diversity Index™ transparently tracks women's progress on Russell 3000 Index company boards. Quarterly and annually, we analyze the data and disseminate insights to encourage meaningful change across all levels of leadership.
If you are a woman aspiring to serve on a board or board-ready, we offer interactive workshops with experienced corporate directors to give you the tools to pursue a corporate board seat. We invite all to participate in our public awareness campaigns and tentpole events, including our Global Conversation on Board Diversity™.
If you are a corporation searching for ways to elevate your DE&I efforts for your employees, clients, or key stakeholders, we encourage you to get involved by partnering with our campaign or hosting a corporate board program for women in your network.
More than 80% of our revenue funds our research, educational programs, and public awareness campaigns.
Get involved: www.5050wob.com
Have questions? Email: info@5050wob.com
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Employees at 50/50 Women on Boards
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Tara Rethore
C-Suite Advisor | Global Executive Coach | Keynote Speaker | Award-Winning Author | Brand Ambassador | Guiding leaders to make their strategy real…
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John Driver, NACD.DC
CEO | Independent Director | NACD Directorship Certified™️ | NACD Certificate in Cybersecurity Oversight
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EY Global Lead Account Partner/M&A Partner
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We’re thrilled to celebrate Barbara Bouza, FAIA, one of our 2024 50 Women to Watch for Boards, on her recent appointment to the SCI-Arc Board of Trustees! A visionary leader in architecture and design, Barbara has consistently pushed the boundaries of innovation, from leading Walt Disney Imagineering’s groundbreaking projects to shaping immersive, human-centered environments at Gensler. Her expertise and leadership will no doubt help SCI-Arc continue its mission of fostering bold experimentation and transformative ideas in architecture. We can’t wait to see the impact she makes in this new role! Congratulations, Barbara! 👏 https://lnkd.in/g4fC5NM9 #50WomenToWatch #WomenOnBoards #Leadership #Architecture #SCIAarc #BoardDiversity
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Happy Lunar New Year from 50/50 Women on Boards! As we welcome the Year of the Snake, a symbol of wisdom, resilience, and transformation, we celebrate the strides we've made toward gender balance in boardrooms and the opportunities ahead. Like the snake, we embrace adaptability and strategic growth, knowing that every step forward brings us closer to a more inclusive and diverse future in leadership. Wishing you a year filled with success, new opportunities, and prosperity! 恭喜發財 🧧 #5050WOB #LunarNewYear #WomenOnBoards #YearOfTheSnake
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🌟 Spotlight on Sarah M. Aiosa, MPH, one of our 2024 50 Women to Watch for Boards! As President, Latin America for Merck & Co., Sarah leads a $2B+ P&L for the Human Health Portfolio across 30+ countries, managing a team of 5,000 employees. Under her leadership as CEO/Managing Director of MSD Sweden, the company was recognized as one of the Best Places to Work. A trailblazer in corporate leadership, Sarah was named one of the 50 Most Powerful Latinas by ALPFA in 2023. She is also an Executive Member of the Latino Corporate Directors Association (LCDA) and holds a Board Ready Certification in Excellence in Board Governance from LCDA, KPMG, and University of California, College of the Law, San Francisco (formerly UC Hastings). Sarah’s strategic vision and operational expertise make her a powerhouse leader and a driving force for progress. Join us in celebrating her remarkable achievements and impact in corporate leadership! #5050WomenOnBoards #50WomenToWatch #WomenInLeadership #LatinaLeaders #BoardDiversity
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Nicole Adrien, NACD.DC is a dynamic, bilingual business executive with over 20 years of experience in financial services. As the Chief Product Officer and Global Head of Client Relations at Oaktree Capital Management—an alternative asset manager with ~$190 billion in AUM—she brings unmatched expertise in strategy, operations, and leadership. Her core strengths include: 🔹 Corporate strategy, branding, and marketing 🔹 Product development and pricing 🔹 Operational strategy and growth initiatives 🔹 Change management and business process reengineering Nicole is a proven leader of multi-disciplinary teams and a strategic powerhouse who drives impactful organizational transformations and growth initiatives. Beyond her professional accomplishments, she is a dedicated mentor to mid-level executives, guiding them through culture shifts and brand-related initiatives. Join us in celebrating Nicole and the incredible journey that positions her as a change-maker in corporate leadership. Her vision will undoubtedly shape the future of boardrooms. Discover her expertise: https://lnkd.in/gfHVxMcY #5050WomenOnBoards #50WomenToWatch #BoardDiversity #Leadership #WomenOnBoards
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We stand with our CEO in opposing actions that undermine progress toward inclusive workplaces and equitable representation. Heather’s powerful message highlights the critical need to protect and advance DEI initiatives. #RepresentationMatters #EqualRights #OpportunityForAll
CEO of 50/50 Women on Boards | Independent Board Director @Goodwill Southern Calif. | Let's Go!!
As the CEO of 50/50 Women on Boards, I am deeply concerned by the President's recent decision to place all federal diversity, equity, and inclusion (DEI) employees on paid leave. Additionally, his directive for the attorney general to develop a plan deterring private-sector from adopting or continuing DEI programs and an placing an order to ensure that federal funds will not be used to promote gender inclusivity, undermines years of progress toward creating inclusive workplaces and equitable representation across industries. It also sends a clear and troubling message about perpetuating systemic inequities. At 50/50 Women on Boards, we’ve spent 15 years driving gender balance and diversity on corporate boards. Yet as of June 30, 2024, women hold only 30% of board seats in Russell 3000 companies, and women of color represent just 8%. These figures underscore the critical need for sustained DEI efforts to address systemic barriers and foster inclusion. Dismantling these efforts sends a concerning signal about our nation’s commitment to diversity. Framing this decision as a return to "merit-based" hiring—while disregarding the structural obstacles many groups face—undermines fairness and progress. These actions threaten not only to stall advancement but also to reverse the hard-fought gains achieved over decades. Policymakers and leaders have a responsibility to strengthen, not weaken, initiatives that promote diversity and equity. By doing so, we can build a more inclusive and representative society that reflects the richness of our collective talent and potential. We must remain vigilant and united in advocating for equity, opportunity, and progress. #representationmatters #equalrights #opportunityforall ---- "Mr. Trump is also directing the attorney general to create a plan to deter the private sector from adopting or continuing DEI programs. "As a part of this plan, each agency shall identify up to nine potential civil compliance investigations of publicly traded corporations, large non-profit corporations or associations, foundations with assets of 500 million dollars or more, State and local bar and medical associations, and institutions of higher education with endowments over 1 billion dollars," Tuesday's order read. The orders also includes a review of spaces that have been renamed under DEI initiatives. It's unclear how they will affect the private sector. A Trump administration official Monday advised businesses to "wait and see" how further guidance will pertain to them."
Trump signs orders ending diversity programs; federal DEI staffers being placed on leave
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Today, President Joe Biden formally recognized the Equal Rights Amendment (ERA) as the 28th Amendment to the U.S. Constitution—the most substantive advancement of women’s rights since the 19th Amendment granted women the right to vote in 1920. This amendment affirms that “equality of rights under the law shall not be denied or abridged by the United States or by any State on account of sex,” permanently enshrining gender equality into the foundation of our nation’s laws and ushering in a new era for gender parity. At 50/50 Women on Boards, we celebrate this monumental achievement as a critical step toward building a more equitable future. The ERA strengthens the foundation for fair and inclusive workplaces, opening doors for women, women of color, and marginalized genders to lead at the highest levels. While this momentous decision lays the groundwork for progress, the fight for true equality continues. Together, we will keep pushing for diverse leadership and representation—not just in boardrooms, but in every space where equality matters. Learn more about this landmark decision and what it means for the future of equal rights in the U.S.: https://lnkd.in/g6S5Z9HZ #5050WomenOnBoards #ERA #GenderEquality #DiverseLeadership
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"Ambition is the fuel for progress." One of our incredible 50 Women to Watch from the 2024 cohort Amira K.S. Barger, MBA,CVA,CFRE reflects on the complex dynamics of ambition, especially for women in corporate spaces. She shares her personal experience of a moment that shaped her understanding of mentorship, ambition, and the systemic barriers that often hinder women's progress in leadership roles. 🌟 Read Amira’s full article to see how ambition can be a force for positive change — not just for individuals, but for entire organizations.
📚Author, The Price of Nice, coming OCT 2025 | Global Communications Executive | Professor | Board Director |
🚨 Ambition is not a dirty word. 🚨I wrote for MSNBC/Know Your Value about how ambition—especially in women—is often treated like a problem. Spoiler alert: It’s not. 🎯 In 2014, a mentor told me, “Your ambition scares people. Tone it down.” This only confirmed one thing: my ambition was her insecurity. Fast-forward to today, and I wear that critique like a badge of honor. 🙌🏾 Your ambition isn’t the issue; the systems that hinder it are. As we dive into 2025, we can each: ➡️ Build a personal "advisory board"—an ally, a mentor, a sponsor. ➡️ Challenge organizations to make leadership pipelines equitable and inclusive. ➡️ Never let anyone tell you to “tone it down.” 💡 Read my full op-ed here: https://lnkd.in/ezMGFcsj Tag your allies, mentors, and sponsors below. Let’s make this the year women’s leadership transforms everything. 👇🏾 #Leadership #Ambition #WomenAtWork #DEI #BlackWomenLead
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We’re kicking off 2025 strong by celebrating Maj. Gen. Linda Urrutia-Varhall (Ret.), a 2024 50 Women to Watch, on her appointment to The Aerospace Corporation's Board of Trustees. With her extensive background as the former director of operations at the National Geospatial-Intelligence Agency, Maj. Gen. Urrutia-Varhall brings invaluable global strategy and partnership expertise to Aerospace during this exciting time of rapid growth in the space industry. 👏 Congratulations to Maj. Gen. Urrutia-Varhall on this prestigious appointment and her continued leadership! Read the full news release here: https://lnkd.in/gmUGEQ5a #BOT #BoardOfTrustees #50WomenToWatch #WomenInLeadership #DiversityInLeadership #Trailblazers #SpaceIndustry #2025StartStrong
#PressRelease We are excited to welcome retired Air Force Maj. Gen. Linda Urrutia-Varhall, former director of operations at the National Geospatial-Intelligence Agency, to Aerospace's Board of Trustees. With an extensive background in developing and executing strategies and partnerships on a global scale, Maj. Gen. Urrutia-Varhall brings invaluable insights and experience to Aerospace during a period of rapid evolution in the space industry. “As the space domain becomes increasingly dynamic, greater integration across our government customers and mission areas will be critical to outpacing the evolving threat environment. We’re delighted to welcome Maj. Gen. Urrutia-Varhall to our Board of Trustees, where her leadership and expertise within the U.S. Air Force and Intelligence Community will be invaluable in advancing innovative and integrated solutions to evolving threats facing our nation’s space enterprise.” — Steve Isakowitz, Aerospace president and chief executive officer. Find the full news release here: https://lnkd.in/gmUGEQ5a #BOT #boardoftrustees
Aerospace Appoints Retired Major General Urrutia-Varhall to Board of Trustees | The Aerospace Corporation
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The recent ruling striking down Nasdaq’s board diversity rule is a significant setback for transparency and progress in corporate governance. At 50/50 Women on Boards, we know that diverse boards are essential for fostering innovation, better decision-making, and stronger performance. In this Bloomberg article by Jeff Green, Simone Foxman, and Katherine Doherty, our CEO Heather Marie Spilsbury highlights the ripple effects of California's gender mandate and why investors continue to demand transparency on board diversity—even as legal challenges threaten these efforts. While Nasdaq concedes this ruling, Goldman Sachs remains committed to its diversity requirements. What will it take for companies to maintain momentum in the face of growing resistance? Read more for insights from Heather, Jared L. Landaw, and Rob Du Boff, CFA: https://lnkd.in/gG-Rfx4Z. Let’s continue the conversation. How can we keep pushing for gender-balanced and diverse boards in a shifting landscape?
In 2020, an observer could be forgiven for thinking the US might be considering something akin to a quota system for women on boards like was already gaining steam in Europe. California was mandating gender minimums and Goldman Sachs said it wouldn't underwrite IPOs for companies that lacked a diverse board. Later that year, Nasdaq joined in, saying it was also going to ask listed companies to add diverse members, with a focus on women, or explain why they couldn't. First the California law was struck down by courts in 2022. And this week, the Nasdaq rule suffered the same fate. Only Goldman's mandate remains. I assisted my Bloomberg News colleagues Simone Foxman and Katherine Doherty, along with Andrew Ramonas and Sridhar Natarajan in adding some reporting for your weekend reading. Click on this gift link for insights from Heather Marie Spilsbury at 50/50 Women on Boards, Jared L. Landaw at Syracuse University, and Rob Du Boff, CFA from Bloomberg Intelligence. Gift link here: https://lnkd.in/gFUaDcg6