August 2024 Newsletter
August 30, 2024
St. Joseph Chapter Sponsors Madam President Camp
The second St. Joseph Madam President Camp sponsored by the St. Joseph Chapter of Quorum Initiative was held this summer at Missouri Western State University in St. Joseph Missouri. Thirty-two young women ages 11 – 13 attended the camp. Five amazing women facilitated the camp to teach the girls about leadership, civic engagement, activism, communication and self-discovery.
Through a series of discussion, guest speakers, and group interactions, these young women learned how to engage in their communities and speak up regarding issues that are important to them. Along the way, they found their voices.
Quorum member Maddie Stenger participates in White House Roundtable Discussion
Congratulations to Quorum member, Maddie Stenger on her recent participation in a Pride VC Ecosystem Roundtable discussion at the White House! The discussion took place with Administration officials and leaders from the business community on the state of capital allocation to LGBTQ+ led and focused funds and startups, Administration policies to foster equitable opportunity, and areas for further collaboration.
We are proud to have amazing members representing the Quorum community at the highest levels, and we look forward to seeing the positive impact of these discussions.
Daring to Transcend
Quorum members, Somi Kim and Gitanjali Sakhuja featured in “Daring to Transcend” podcasts!
Recently, Quorum members, Gitanjali Sakhuja and Somi Kim were featured in episodes of Karen Ann Bulluck’s YouTube show and podcast “Daring to Transcend.”
In the August 6th Daring to Transcend podcast, Gitanjali Sakhuja, the General Counsel for Eyesea in Washington, D.C. spoke with Karen Ann. Gitanjali shared “her journey of turning the serious topic of compliance into something enjoyable and engaging.” She also discussed ways she “uses creativity to build strong teams, solve tough problems, and create a positive work environment. From her love of dance to her innovative ideas in the workplace, Gitanjali’s story shows that compliance can be more than just rules – it can be a chance to connect and grow.” Watch here.
On August 13th, Somi Kim discussed “How to Rebuild Your Life After a Layoff: A Story of Growth & Reinvention” with Karen Ann. In the episode of the Daring to Transcend podcast, Somi, a design strategist, discussed how to turn setbacks into success and bounce back stronger. Watch here.
Registration is open for our 2024 HOW Women Lead Change forum. Sponsored by Nixon Peabody LLC, the event will take place in their beautiful offices at 55 West 46th Street in NYC.
Check out our website to see the full agenda and learn more about our panelists.
One of our event sponsors, PONO, is offering a 20% discount on purchases and a 10% donation to the organization. Use the discount link “HOW2024” on the PONO website through December 1st to take advantage!
Reminder
Special Offer for Reboot & Nourish Coaching Program
Natascha Demner is offering a special rate for a Quorum-only Reboot & Nourish 21-day group coaching program, a gentle cleanse focused on gut health and nervous system balance. (Natascha was a big hit at both our 2024 HOW Retreat and in her July Speaker Series session on “Unlocking the Microbiome.”)
The program is designed to put you in touch with your body, lower inflammation and break through habits that may no longer serve you, focusing on what to ADD IN rather than only on what to remove temporarily. We NOURISH ourselves deeply in order to give our systems the REBOOT we crave. The course will leave you feeling restored and energized, empowered to tackle your work and life with renewed vigor allowing you to show up as your best self.
Virtual meetings will take place on Tuesdays, September 24th, October 1st & October 8th – 7:30 pm – 8:45 pm ET. If you have to miss a call you can receive a ZOOM recording.
Find information about the course and testimonials here. To register.
Quorum Live: A Conversation Series with Quorum Members and Friends
Quorum Live, our series of casual conversations with Quorum members and friends continues with moderator Julie Livingston, WantLeverage Communications.
On August 6th, we completed a three part Women’s Health Series in partnership with OM Health Hub. In case you missed the live versions, you can catch up in Quorum’s video library on our YouTube channel.
June 6th, Part 1: “Medical Gaslighting: Breaking the Barriers of Male-Centric Medicine” with Anca Griffiths, CEO at OM and Co-author of “Why Women Aren’t Winning at Health (but can).” Watch here.
July 9, Part 2, “Unmasking the Predatory Wellness Industry: Empowering Women to Make Informed Health Choices.” Watch here.
August 6, Part 3, “Overcoming Internalized Beliefs to Win at Health.” Watch here.
Check out the book “Why Women Aren’t Winning At Health (but can)” by Anca Griffiths, Dr. Alyson J. McGregor and Dr. Marjorie Jenkins here.
Congratulations to Quorum members!
Andreina Botto on her new position as Innovation and Business Development Consultant at the United Nations!
Amy Ho on her nomination for the Women on the Rise 2024 list celebrating exceptional women in corporate leadership by Paradigm for Parity!
Jennifer Mailander on her new position as Vice President / Deputy General Counsel at Fannie Mae!
Welcome our new members!
Julie Cobb, St. Joseph chapter
Ashly McGinnis, St. Joseph chapter
In case you missed it…
Leadership Study
For the second year, the Quorum community has been invited to work with the Association of Executive Search and Leadership Consultants, the standard-setting global association of the executive search and leadership consulting profession. Many of you may remember Lynne Murphy Rivera and Karen Greenbaum presenting at our signature event last November!
AESC conducts an anonymous leadership survey every year, and we’re eager to share it with our membership. Please consider taking 10 minutes to complete the survey and ensure the voices of women leaders are heard! We will make the report available to our members when it is released.
