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BIG NEWS???Our 3rd Annual 2025 SQUAD Leadership Program Cohort Applications are OPEN. Who is ready to make some boss moves? It’s even more crucial to build as much wealth and power in our communities. Learn more & apply here ::?https://lnkd.in/gB7s9syu SQUAD is designed to connect and help promote more mid-senior women, women of color, and nonbinary leaders into leadership positions. In an uncertain world, we’ve never been more certain about the power of community to drive the right support, resources & connections. SQUAD Leadership Program helps you :: ???? Unlock your executive presence ???? Propel your career to new heights ???? Cultivate meaningful professional relationships ????? Receive world-class development training The time is NOW, start your application and share it with someone in your network right now, like now now ::?https://lnkd.in/gB7s9syu #professionaldevelopment #networking #lwtsquad

Congratulations to Executive Board Member, Caitlin (CK) Kalinowski ????!!!

The LWT Staff is hyped to vote! As per usual, we take our lead from Queen Latifah. Expect this energy from us all day. Be safe, stay in line, and VOTE! #vote #electionday2024

What was your first tech love? Shenika "Nik" Harris, Esq. Director of Strategic Outreach and Engagement at Human Rights Campaign and a presenter at Lesbians Who Tech & Allies shares the ultimate throwback in today’s installment of ??Back to the Tech Futures?? #tech #techhistory #LWTSUMMIT

"For women's basketball... I always like to say- society finally caught up with us." - Sue Bird Hear Kara Swisher talk with Sue Bird and Megan Rapinoe about how women's sports is finally the moment it deserves and what it has taken to get here. #LWTSUMMIT #WomensSports

Storytelling brings people together to only entertain, but to learn from each other. It is how we understand the world around us and to define our place in it. Listen to Emmy Award winning Director and Producer Nneka Onorah talk about her dedication to telling important stories that haven’t yet been told in a fireside chat with Amazon’s VP, Global Chief Creative Officer, Jo Shoesmith, and Vice President of Strategic Outreach at the Human Rights Campaign, Shenika "Nik" Harris, Esq. Nneka’s newest film, “Megan Thee Stallion: In Her Words” captures Megan Thee Stallion’s rise to stardom, navigating fame, grief, and success. It offers unprecedented access to the multi-faceted artist, unpacking her vulnerable moments and allowing to meet the real Megan Pete behind the persona. You can get tickets now to watch this new original documentary in theaters and it will also debut on Amazon Prime beginning October 31st. #LWTSUMMIT #storytelling #Documentary

What was your first OMG tech moment? Hear from Comedian & Writer Jenny Hagel about how their Tech Future was inspired by Pee-Wee’s playhouse in this week’s installment of :: ??Back to the Tech Futures?? ?#jennyhagel #peewee #facetime #tech #LWTSUMMIT #TechFutures

Is there a badge we can add to our company profile that says Linkedin News mentioned us on LinkedIn? Thank you for the shout-out! Be sure to listen to Jessi Hempel and Neil Blumenthal's session from #LWTSUMMIT

A quick recap of my talk at Lesbians Who Tech & Allies. I spoke on a topic near and dear to my heart: Agile User Research.

When you set out to build a company that is good for society, how do you make sure your intentions go beyond just window dressing? In the 21 years that I have written about startups for Bloomberg Businessweek and Fortune and WIRED, I've seen a lot of companies make short-sighted decisions that compromise their social goals. They blame the economy, or the stock market, or a competitive business landscape. They say it's impossible. But companies like Warby Parker prove it’s possible to build a strong business that does good, *even* after 16 years and *even* in this economy. So how do we ensure that purpose stays at the heart of our work? Cofounder Neil Blumenthal shared his thoughts on a recent episode of the #HelloMondayPodcast: 1. Define Clear Values: Purpose can’t just be a buzzword. Embed your company’s core values into everything you do—from how you hire and treat employees to the sustainability of your supply chain. 2. Measure and Share Impact: Be transparent about your goals and track your progress with hard data. Share what’s working, and just as importantly, what’s not. True commitment to change means accountability, not perfection. 3. Engage Stakeholders: Your employees, customers, and communities should have a voice. Create feedback loops that allow for honest input and adjust your approach based on their needs, not just what looks good in a mission statement. 4. Lead by Example: It’s not enough to talk about doing good—your leadership needs to embody these values. Authenticity comes from action at every level of the company. We don't have to sacrifice social impact for growth. It takes intentionality and accountability, but it’s possible to stay true to mission. And: Big gratitude to Leanne Pittsford & the Lesbians Who Tech & Allies Summit for inviting us to record this episode live in September in New York City! What do you think? How can businesses balance purpose with profitability in today’s challenging environment? Who is doing it well?