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Empowered and inspired after attending an incredible women's leadership breakfast this morning. Surrounded by dynamic and accomplished women, I took away valuable insights on leadership, resilience, and lifting each other up. Grateful for moments like these! Here's to embracing our strengths, supporting one another, and making a positive impact in our spheres of influence. 💪🙌 #womenleaders #Empowerment #LeadershipJourney What do you want to leave behind?

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Wondering about who to nominate? Learn more about two past UMKC Women's Council board members who were given this honor in 2023 in this blog I put together. Through this piece, I enjoyed learning about how far we have come and the women who led us here: https://lnkd.in/g6KQieYk #womensupportingwomen #nonprofit #blogarticle #blog #blogger

Reminder that the deadline to apply for CRN's 2024 Women of the Channel list is this Friday, Jan. 19! The annual list will be published on CRN's website and in CRN Magazine, recognizing women in channel executive or leadership roles for their accomplishments over the past year and their impact on the technology industry. Here's where to apply ↓ #CRNWOTC24

As we reflect on the month of March, traditionally celebrated as Women's History Month, it's vital to recognize that the legacies of remarkable women, especially those from BIPOC communities, are not confined to any single month. The contributions of these women are woven into the fabric of our daily lives, shaping the society we live in, the freedoms we enjoy, and the innovations that propel us forward. Yet, too often, the stories of these trailblazers remain unsung, their achievements tucked away in the footnotes of history. It is not enough to honor these women with a fleeting acknowledgment; their legacies deserve to be integrated into the mainstream narrative, celebrated and remembered 24/7, for their impact transcends time and is felt in countless ways, every single day. The challenge we face is not merely one of remembrance but of active recognition and amplification. It is up to us—educators, leaders, parents, peers—to ensure that the tales of BIPOC women who have contributed to our collective progress are told and retold. These women, from scientists to activists, from inventors to pioneers in arts and culture, have not only shaped their respective fields but have also paved the way for future generations to dream bigger and reach further. Let us challenge ourselves and others to provide space for these stories, not just in our history books but in our conversations and platforms. By doing so, we acknowledge the undeniable truth that our combined success is built on the diverse and powerful contributions of all individuals, particularly those who have had to overcome the greatest barriers to leave their indelible mark on our world. #womenshistorymonth #ourfacesourvoices

Meet our colleague from Soitron UK 🎤💁♀️ Kayleigh Maggs, Business Development Manager at Soitron UK, was interviewed by Women Who Sell. It's a community that enables women to challenge stereotypes & showcase women who sell 🔦 📍"I believe women can bring unique qualities to sales such as warmth, sensitivity, and empathy" 📍 Read more about her approach in the full article (linked in comments) 👇

“Authenticity is the daily practice of letting go of who we think we're supposed to be and embracing who we are." - Brené Brown Check out my latest article for more insights on living authentically.👇🏾

International Women's Day might be over, but we're celebrating all month long! 🙌 Read our latest Blog Post 🖥️ about women leadership in the Fair industry, including here, and some obstacles we're actively overcoming: https://lnkd.in/ggxwAK6Z

As we reflect on the month of March, traditionally celebrated as Women's History Month, it's vital to recognize that the legacies of remarkable women, especially those from BIPOC communities, are not confined to any single month. The contributions of these women are woven into the fabric of our daily lives, shaping the society we live in, the freedoms we enjoy, and the innovations that propel us forward. Yet, too often, the stories of these trailblazers remain unsung, their achievements tucked away in the footnotes of history. It is not enough to honor these women with a fleeting acknowledgment; their legacies deserve to be integrated into the mainstream narrative, celebrated and remembered 24/7, for their impact transcends time and is felt in countless ways, every single day. The challenge we face is not merely one of remembrance but of active recognition and amplification. It is up to us—educators, leaders, parents, peers—to ensure that the tales of BIPOC women who have contributed to our collective progress are told and retold. These women, from scientists to activists, from inventors to pioneers in arts and culture, have not only shaped their respective fields but have also paved the way for future generations to dream bigger and reach further. Let us challenge ourselves and others to provide space for these stories, not just in our history books but in our conversations and platforms. By doing so, we acknowledge the undeniable truth that our combined success is built on the diverse and powerful contributions of all individuals, particularly those who have had to overcome the greatest barriers to leave their indelible mark on our world. #womenshistorymonth #ourfacesourvoices

This panel was AMAZING. Some big pieces I took out of this: 1. 60% of DEI roles are held by white women - diversity does not end at gender. Hiring on white women for your corporate team does not make your team diverse. bias is just as much about who you help as it is who you hurt. 2. CSR’s main KPI’s should be the efficacy with which their campaigns address real problems; not the marketability of those actions. Asya Hill was sending absolute HEAT on this subject 👏🏻🙌🏻 3. WHY COLUMBUS-ING: black and brown folks built this industry from pre prohibition to our current day. White people with capitol swept in to “discover and perfect” this “brand new” industrial opportunity and are severely limiting their feedback from POC by not including them in their corporate structures. The entire panel was filled with actionable items for attendees and valuable insight at how you can not only make your company more equitable for people of color- but how to make your company a safe place for them to express their opinions in the first place. Thought provoking af y’all 💓 huge thank you to Black CannaBusiness expo for putting on these valuable panels!