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Looking forward to this panel… The realities of Black women in leadership have arrived at the center of discourse across the nation. Black women leaders and their accomplices are driving the effort to unpack and move through shared experiences of harm. In this discussion, four leaders come together for a discussion on black women leadership and the archetypes that enable injustice. https://lnkd.in/eQvZHNmQ

As a Black businesswoman owning a financial advising firm, I am thrilled to witness a significant moment in history with President Joe Biden endorsing Kamala Harris as the presidential nominee. This endorsement is more than just a political move; it is a powerful statement about women's empowerment and the potential for Black women entrepreneurs to break barriers and achieve greatness. Kamala Harris's journey to this point is a testament to the resilience, intelligence, and leadership that women, particularly Black women, bring to the table. Her nomination symbolizes a breaking of the glass ceiling and serves as an inspiration for all women striving to make their mark in their respective fields. 👏Seeing a woman of color in such a prominent position reinforces the belief that we can overcome these hurdles and excel. 👏Empowerment begins with representation. When we see ourselves reflected in leadership roles, it fuels our ambition and validates our aspirations. 👏Kamala Harris's nomination encourages us to dream bigger and aim higher, knowing that our contributions are valuable and our voices matter. As we celebrate this milestone, let's also focus on practical steps to support and uplift Black women entrepreneurs. By doing so, we not only empower individual women but also strengthen our communities and drive economic growth. #WomenEmpowerment #BlackWomenEntrepreneurs #Leadership #Inspiration

In a world where diversity and inclusion are increasingly in the spotlight, it’s imperative to recognize and celebrate the remarkable achievements of Black women leaders who are leaving an indelible mark on corporate America. As champions of progress, Diversity Woman Magazine created the Elite 100 to honor these trailblazers during Black History Month – a cohort of exceptional Black women who are reshaping the landscape of corporate leadership.

I’ve never said this before… But the truth is, I’m here because someone else believed in me… Someone gave me their vote of confidence and it got me the Director title. But not every black woman in the workplace will have the know-how to get the support that she needs to move ahead in her career. And while we want to tell ourselves that we’re making progress in getting more black women into leadership positions, the stats don’t lie… In the 2023 women in the workplace report: → women of colour represented 1 in 16 C-Suite leaders → For every 100 men that were promoted last year, only 54 black women were promoted → Only 7% of VPs and Senior VPs were women of colour That’s why my purpose has never been more clear to me: 𝙈𝙤𝙧𝙚 𝙡𝙚𝙖𝙙𝙚𝙧𝙨𝙝𝙞𝙥 𝙥𝙤𝙨𝙞𝙩𝙞𝙤𝙣𝙨 𝙖𝙣𝙙 𝙈𝙤𝙧𝙚 𝙢𝙤𝙣𝙚𝙮 𝙞𝙣 𝙩𝙝𝙚 𝙝𝙖𝙣𝙙𝙨 𝙤𝙛 𝙗𝙡𝙖𝙘𝙠 𝙬𝙤𝙢𝙚𝙣 🔥 And we’re here to make history this women’s history month with something that’s never done before. Stay tuned for a special announcement next week 🖤 Drop a 🔥 in the comments below, if you’re ready to make history with me this women’s month ________ #Leadershipdevelopment #careeradvancement #diversityandinclusion #womenleadership #elevatewithrebecca

I’ve never said this before… But the truth is, I’m here because someone else believed in me… Someone gave me their vote of confidence and it got me the Director title. But not every black woman in the workplace will have the know-how to get the support that she needs to move ahead in her career. And while we want to tell ourselves that we’re making progress in getting more black women into leadership positions, the stats don’t lie… In the 2023 women in the workplace report: → women of colour represented 1 in 16 C-Suite leaders → For every 100 men that were promoted last year, only 54 black women were promoted → Only 7% of VPs and Senior VPs were women of colour That’s why my purpose has never been more clear to me: 𝙈𝙤𝙧𝙚 𝙡𝙚𝙖𝙙𝙚𝙧𝙨𝙝𝙞𝙥 𝙥𝙤𝙨𝙞𝙩𝙞𝙤𝙣𝙨 𝙖𝙣𝙙 𝙈𝙤𝙧𝙚 𝙢𝙤𝙣𝙚𝙮 𝙞𝙣 𝙩𝙝𝙚 𝙝𝙖𝙣𝙙𝙨 𝙤𝙛 𝙗𝙡𝙖𝙘𝙠 𝙬𝙤𝙢𝙚𝙣 🔥 And we’re here to make history this women’s history month with something that’s never done before. Stay tuned for a special announcement next week 🖤 Drop a 🔥 in the comments below, if you’re ready to make history with me this women’s month ________ #Leadershipdevelopment #careeradvancement #diversityandinclusion #womenleadership #elevatewithrebecca

Regardless of politics, it's striking how many were surprised by VP Harris's exceptional debate performance. This underscores the stark reality of how far Black women must go to be acknowledged for their abilities. VP Harris isn’t singular - there are numerous equally talented Black women in politics, unrecognized by most Americans. This issue extends beyond politics to our organizations. The talent for diverse leadership roles already exists internally; we must be bold enough to acknowledge it. #Leadership #DiversityAndInclusion #BlackWomenInLeadership #TalentWithin

This article delves into the unique qualities and challenges that shape the leadership journey of Black women. From navigating intersectional identities to redefining traditional leadership paradigms, our contributions are invaluable and often overlooked. Black women in leadership often face additional challenges regarding equality in work metrics (moving targets) and budgets (limiting resources). How does your organization keep discrimination and stereotyping out of teams? While transparency and radical honesty can help decrease bias when assigning projects, it may not be enough.

This #Juneteenth, we celebrate the resilience and leadership of Black women who have continually led the charge for social change. This powerful article sheds light on the often unseen labor of Black women leaders in our workplaces. Embrace the imperative of #DEI and support the transformative #leadership of women of color. Read more: https://ow.ly/x47150SlEL4

Explore the professional challenges and triumphs of Indigenous and Black women in today’s workforce, highlighting their journey of resilience, strength, and cultural pride. Discover how communities like Nacr3 empower these women to break barriers, redefine leadership, and embrace their unique identities as powerful assets. This blog celebrates their path of strength, resilience, and sparkle, offering insight into how they’re reshaping professional landscapes and inspiring future generations. Subscribe to my blog at medium.com/nacr3 for the latest on how we Sparkle! Dr. Dori B.

Black women are grossly underrepresented in leadership roles in corporate America and are consistently overlooked when filling positions of authority. Black women comprise less than 1.5% of senior and executive leadership roles in the top Fortune 500 companies. Once the rare Black woman secures a leadership role, she is often the only Black female in the room leaving her feeling hyper-visible; but at the same time, “socially invisible”. In other words, their underrepresentation makes Black women highly visible in their workplace; and yet they report greater isolation and difficulty being perceived as credible; having very limited power, authority, control, access to resources, and fewer opportunities for senior management sponsorship. This is #theinvisibleelephant phenomenon, being hyper-visible and ignored as if invisible, simultaneously. I am here to encourage Black women project managers and leaders and let you know that you are not alone; you are not invisible. Sometimes just knowing you are not alone in your situation can help you to persevere. Let’s support and encourage each other. If you, like me, have ever felt like or witnessed the invisible elephant, leave a 👍, ❤️ , or an ‘amen’ in the comments.