The many reactions, thoughtful op-eds, and often times angry commentary have been pouring in ever since the controversial Anti-Diversity memo from a now ex-Googler leaked into the mainstream last weekend and caused an uproar within the tech community. As a woman who has worked in Silicon Valley and experienced gender bias, I’m the first to
Diversity & Inclusion
As we look at the changing landscape of business, it’s hard to find an industry that hasn’t been affected by technological disruption. Sectors ranging from transportation to the music industry have had to accept and quickly adapt to the age of change. One of the latest fields currently undergoing a renaissance of sorts is the
Diversity & Inclusion
When one thinks of the legal industry, diversity isn’t a word that usually comes to mind. And perhaps rightfully so, as the legal profession is one of the few remaining industries to yet undergo a diversity revolution. According to the National Association of Women Lawyers annual survey, women make up about 18% of equity partners,
Leadership
We all know that vision is one of the cornerstones to effective leadership. Yet despite this well known fact, I’ve worked with many leaders who struggle to effectively communicate their vision, and I am always surprised at how often many leaders overlook this important step. After much analysis, I’ve come to the conclusion that there
Women in Business
Since the feminist movement began, the power and position of women has changed drastically. Today, women not only make up 51% of the population, they also influence 85% of all consumer spending in the US. Undoubtedly the biggest economic opportunity of the 21st century for businesses, it is also one of the greatest opportunities for
