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Women’s leadership network Chief surges to unicorn status

TechCrunch

So it should come as no surprise that Chief , the network designed to develop the leadership skills of women, has hit a $1.1 Chief, the leadership network for women, raises $15 million in funding. This raise comes at a time when professional development is heating up.

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Leadership Evolution at Impact Hub Network

Impact Hub

Vienna, 10 November 2021 – As the Impact Hub Network continues to accelerate the transition to a more just and sustainable future, we are excited to announce an update on our leadership team. Gabriela will continue to support our Ambition 2030 as a Board Director focusing on developing partnerships and engaging in policy efforts.

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Two Top Leadership Challenges—and How to Tackle Them

Entrepreneurs' Organization

Leadership. While we would all agree leadership efforts can always improve, few companies are putting the time or money into developing effective leaders. My team and I recently surveyed 297 business people on the topic of leadership. Here, I delve into networking and the unexpected. ( Networking.

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The Crucible Of Leadership

A VC: Musings of a VC in NYC

Yesterday evening, the Gotham Gal and I went to see Jerry Colonna do a reading from his recent book , Reboot: Leadership and the Art of Growing Up. The Crucible of Leadership. Being myself was never good enough and, as a result, being comfortable in my own leadership was impossible. “If So I went back and read it this morning.

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Improving startup results through female leadership

TechCrunch

During my career — spanning entrepreneurship, academia, arts management and venture capital — I’ve learned the importance of female leadership in contributing to successful outcomes. Let’s take specific actions that will result in more female leadership in the startup world. Hiring to improve results.

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How this theater director built accessible creative spaces to connect communities in Peru 

Young Leaders of the Americas Initiative

DĂ©borah, a 2022 YLAI Fellow , is the founder and director of CAPAZ PerĂş , which develops cultural, educational and social projects for people with disabilities through art programs such as theater and dance. You can’t create, design or develop projects without them, because it’s not representative.”

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5 Essential People to Have in Your Network as You Begin Your Entrepreneurial Journey

StartupNation

Related: How Smart, Strategic Networking Can Transform Your Business During a Crisis. Networking pro. Networking is the way to reach them, along with other like-minded individuals who might serve as partners and vendors to support your startup’s growth. Website developer and designer. Business, marketing or sales coach.