Empowering Women Leaders in the World of Fractional Business

In this edition of our newsletter:

1. Discover insights from our fractional executive experts with two articles on AI and a groundbreaking new awards program recognizing feminine leadership traits.
2. Join us for an engaging event on Money, the second workshop in our five-part series: Women & Power, Money & Growth Workshop Series.
3. Celebrate with us as we pay tribute to exceptional leadership.

Dear reader,

?I am writing this on the first day of summer, a significant time of transition, and the first Strawberry Moon in 40 years.

?This newsletter covers my journey from one phase of my career as a corporate software engineer and the pivot to where I am now as a startup founder and member of the vibrant and trailblazing community of women that comprise AcornOak.

The Strawberry Moon or Flower Moon, a symbol of abundance, occurs when June's full moon coincides with the first night of summer. Whether or not celestial occurrences feel connected to your path, embrace them as symbolic moments to reflect on where you are, identify what might be missing or need to change, and recalibrate your next steps towards action.

I hope you take inspiration from my story to take the first step in a project or passion you have been putting off for tomorrow for too long. The moon is full, and the days are at their longest; what better time to begin than now?

Best regards,

Sonia Cook-Broen

Fractional Technologist Officer, Founder of TheTechMargin

From Our Experts’ Desks

• Creative Technology in The Age of AI by Sonia Cook-Broen . Read
• Women lead differently, and AcornOak is recognizing inherently feminine leadership traits in their 2024 Summer Leadership Awards by our collective minds at AcornOak Community . Read

Tribute to Exceptional Leadership

We are celebrating the transformative impact of women in leadership!?

Join us in congratulating Lindsey Marie Chakraborty for her outstanding leadership and her significant contributions to her field.

This award honors a woman who has been forced to lead with only half of their power.? Their innate feminine gifts (empathy, caring, intuition, sensitivity, emotional intelligence, grace) are too often dismissed or demeaned in the workplace.?This award celebrates women who combine these gifts with their strength, determination, fierceness, and power to lead authentically.?

Your nomination can help shine a light on the achievements of women who are making a difference, leading with authenticity, and inspiring those around them to strive for a world with greater gender balance and inclusivity.

?Nominate your visionary leader or learn more about the AcornOak Summer Leadership Awards today.

Nominate today!??

What's New in the Industry

Navigating and Shifting Power Structures for Women

Join us for the second workshop: Welcome to The Women & Power, Money & Growth Workshop Series!

Get ready—these events are set to be truly transformative.

On August 14th, Rúna Bouius will explore the dynamics of power in the workplace.

This workshop will challenge you to examine your perceptions of power and gender-specific barriers, providing strategies to navigate and reshape these dynamics.?We hope you can join us. Free event thanks to all our generous speakers.

Empower Women, Transform the World.

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We Are Growing!

A few seats remain open for fractional executive women.

Kindred communities are an essential part of thriving in the new economy.?Join our Community of Successful Fractional Executive Women.

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