Gwen K. Young

With realistic optimism in our corner, we can guard against cynicism, inertia, and burnout. We can better understand that we are not spinning our wheels; that we are doing much needed work for women in business; and significant successes for both women and their organizations are our likely outcomes.

In 2025, WBC will continue its mission to advance women leaders, working toward equal position, pay, and power for all women in business while building a more inclusive business landscape.

Collaborative efforts have led to impactful movements, from calls for pay equity in women’s soccer to greater pay transparency across industries. Innovation thrives when companies come together to address the skills and changes needed in today’s rapidly evolving landscape. But how we collaborate also matters—accountability plays a big role in making real progress.

Last month, we gathered hundreds of business leaders across the nation for the Women Business Collaborative’s Annual Action for Impact Summit. We heard from amazing speakers and exchanged ideas on how to use our collective experiences to boost women’s leadership. In true WBC spirit, we focused on tangible steps to create a more just and equitable workplace for women in business.

On Women’s Equality Day, it’s important to acknowledge the progress made toward gender equality while also addressing the challenges that remain for women in the workplace. Some companies have faced

At WBC, the spirit of competition and celebration is soaring as the Summer Olympics in Paris unfold. While we cheer on our favorite athletes, we are all witnesses to a

This month, Women Business Collaborative is focusing on intersectionality and how it informs the experiences of women of color in the workforce. We know that all women face barriers to

The International Women’s Day (IWD) 2024 campaign theme, “Inspire Inclusion,” highlights the importance of understanding and valuing women’s inclusion: with more women actively participating fully in a broad range of fields,