October 2023 Newsletter
October 13, 2023
Countdown to HOW Women Lead Change Forum
We’re in the countdown stage for the 2023 HOW Women Lead Change Forum on November 3rd in New York City.
One of the gifts of attending the HOW Forum is taking time for yourself to reflect on where you’ve been and where you want to go in your life and career. Women often neglect this important aspect of professional development and self-care. Allowing yourself the time and space away from work to do just that can not only be revitalizing, but can move you in new, exciting directions. Many attendees have said that they do their best brainstorming at HOW because of the inspiring women they meet.
Register now for Quorum’s HOW Women Lead Change forum!
Roadblocks Affecting Gender Equality At Work
Sharon Peake
Founder and CEO
Shape Talent
On October 2nd, Sharon Peake, Founder & CEO of Shape Talent, spoke to our London chapter about “The 4Ds Preventing Gender Equality at Work and How to Address Them.”
In her talk, Sharon addressed the organizational barriers which prevent women from being considered for next level roles. One of them is the lack of professional development support. Sharon’s research shows that women get less sponsorships – internal advocates which can help with advancement – and fewer “stretch” assignments. When it comes to performance reviews, it’s more common for women to receive more vague and personal feedback.
Quorum Live: A Conversation Series with Quorum Members and Friends
Join us for Quorum Live, an ongoing series of timely conversations with Quorum members and friends on creating change for women in the workplace.
On September 18th, Susan Lindner, Founder and CEO, Innovation Storytellers, spoke with Julie Livingston about “The Power of Innovation Storytelling to Create Change and Increase Your Influence at Work.” As Susan said, “women need other advocates to support their breakthrough ideas in order for that idea to be heard, received and be shared with someone else.” This creates a steamroll effect and builds momentum. Watch the replay here.
Coming Up:
Mark your calendar for the next Quorum Live with special guest Carlinde Kallianiotis, CEO of Ginger US for a conversation on “Empowering Women’s Voices In The Workplace” on Wednesday, October 18th, at 12pm EDT. Carlinde will also be leading an interactive workshop, “HOW We Raise Our Voices” at the HOW Women Lead Change Forum on November 3rd in New York City.
Subscribe to our YouTube channel to watch future episodes. Reach out to Diane Silverman to be a guest on Quorum Live.
Welcome our new member!
Gurjot Sidhu, Global Head of Digital Marketing, CBRE
Of interest to local chapters…
Washington DC Conversation on Board Diversity
Join DC Chapter member Amy Brown for this 50/50 Women on Boards event featuring in-person strategic networking.
October 25, 2023
2:00pm – 4pm EDT
Arena Stage, Washington, D.C.
Use this link for more information or to register.