Black Women On Boards’ Post

Starting BW3L (Black Women: Life, Love, and Leadership) was a defining moment for me. A space where Black Women could find growth, joy, and abundance. Creating this affinity space was about refusing to shrink, about transitioning from fear to power, and about achieving in places that weren't designed for us. To every Black Woman watching this: don't let fear hold you back. Embrace your strength and continue to exist with pride and purpose. Imagine what you could achieve if you didn't have fear. What would you do? #BlackWomen #AffinitySpace #Leadership #Growth #Joy #Fear

In the 10th anniversary of the Women in the Workplace 2024 report by McKinsey & Company in partnership with Lean In, Black women face significant barriers to leadership. While 54% of Black women were promoted to the manager level, this still reflects a decline in representation, underscoring the need for ongoing advocacy and support in our workplaces. We need more than representation; we need lasting, systemic change! 👉 Click here for more insights https://lnkd.in/eRyC5nT

Black women leaders have long been at the forefront of advancing racial equity, overcoming systemic barriers, and organizing against harm. But as we continue to shatter glass ceilings, we find ourselves atop glass cliffs—given more responsibility with less support. We know it doesn’t have to be this way. In partnership with @CommonFuture, our own Maia Blankenship joined a powerful panel of Black visionaries to discuss how investing in Black brilliance now can secure the future we all deserve.  💡 Read the blog, share the insights, and join us as we invest in and advocate for Black women leaders. Let’s build a future where we not only win but protect those wins. 💪🏿 #BlackLeaders #RacialEquity #BlackWallStreet #TrustBlackWomen #BWF #InvestInBlackBrilliance https://lnkd.in/eqvtYJfZ

The Real Rules of the Corporate Game Ever feel like you’re playing a game with hidden rules? You’re not imagining it. Corporate America has a playbook, but most of it is unspoken. As Black women, we’re often left guessing. That’s why I wrote “Playing the Game While Black Womaning in Corporate America™.” It’s about understanding that the game is rigged, but with the right strategies, we can still win. The rules may not be fair, but with preparation, we can navigate this landscape and thrive. The countdown continues. #PlayingTheGame #BWICA #BlackWomaningInCorporateAmerica”:

For Black women running organizations working to support local Black communities, they also need a space to uphold them as they navigate leading organizations. To increase their leadership in the face of social challenges, Black women are coming together to offer support and innovative tools. https://bit.ly/3YQA3YA #MAKERS #MAKERWomen

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!

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?

We had the incredible opportunity to attend a thought-provoking “Phenomenal Women Panel” discussion on Black Women in Real Estate held at the Cushman & Wakefield office London. As non-technical women in the industry this event was an eye-opener, highlighting the unique experiences, challenges and triumphs of all types of Black women in a predominantly male-dominated sector.   Key takeaways from the event: 🔴 Representation Matters: Hearing from successful Black women in construction was truly inspiring. Their stories underscore the importance of true diversity and inclusion in the industry. 🔴 Breaking Barriers: The panellists shared their experiences of overcoming significant obstacles, from gender bias to racial discrimination, and their journeys are a testament to resilience and determination, whilst also highlighting the importance of retention, keeping women that look like us in the industry in hopes that it inspires the next generation of black women. 🔴 Mentorship and Support: A recurring theme was the crucial role of mentorship and support networks. Having a strong community and allies can make all the difference in navigating and succeeding in the industry. They gave specific advice on how to seek out mentorship and how it can be used to propel your career. Innovation and Leadership: These women are not just "minorities" participating in the industry; they are leaders and innovators, driving change and paving the way for future generations.   Thank you to the organizers BWRE (Black Women Real) and all the amazing panellists for such an enlightening discussion Nannette Sakyi MRICS, Carolina Lopato R, Sheryl Owen, Cheryl Effiom and Beryl Mutandiro.   #WomenInConstruction #DiversityAndInclusion #BlackWomenLead #ConstructionIndustry #BreakingBarriers #MentorshipMatters

E.L.F. BEAUTY is genuinely changing the Board game. Their new campaign highlights how many publicly traded companies LACK women and diversity on their Board of Directors. The stats are startling: • Women make up only 27% of US corporate boards • The average US corporate board is 88% white • There are 2x more men named Dick than Hispanic women. • Black women and Asian women barely outnumber men named Dick. • There are 19x more men named Dick than women of Middle Eastern descent. • There are only 3 Native American women serving on these boards. E.L.F.'s "So Many Dicks" campaign is proving that diverse Boards create profitability for everyone. https://lnkd.in/eiYupqb3

📢 Delve into the industry's growth with Illinois Women in Cannabis and the sidelining of key communities. Understand the compounded challenges Black women face in this space. The panelist will explore how the compromising of Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion (DEI) initiatives by white-dominated leadership impacts the industry, with a particular focus on the unique experiences of Black women.