Tag: Women in Leadership
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Prof. Grace Ononiwu has been appointed as the UK’s first Black African Director-General of Legal Services, marking a landmark moment for diversity and representation in British law.
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Matteson Mayor Sheila Chalmers-Currin has become the first Black woman to lead the Illinois Municipal League in its 112-year history. She plans to focus on collaboration, policy advocacy, and inspiring future leaders.
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Dr. Kimberlee Armstrong, Portland’s first Black woman superintendent, inspired leaders at the Thrive Summit with her vision for equity and change.
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Dolores D. Wharton transformed U.S. corporate boardrooms and cultural institutions as the first Black woman director, leaving a legacy of leadership and advocacy.
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Cynt Marshall, the first Black woman CEO in NBA history, will retire in December 2024 after transforming the Dallas Mavericks and inspiring a new standard of leadership.
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Vivica A. Fox made history in Crossbreed as Hollywood’s first Black female U.S. president in a live-action film, inspiring change in the industry.
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Michelle Watkins becomes Huntsville’s first Black female City Council member, aiming for growth, diversity, and community development in District One and beyond.
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Karen S. Carter has been appointed as Dow’s first female COO, marking a significant milestone in her 30-year career. Read about her journey and leadership vision for Dow.
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Donna Robinson makes history as Cincinnati State’s first Black woman police chief, bringing her 33 years of law enforcement experience to her new role as Director of Public Safety.
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As Michigan celebrates Women’s Equality Day on August 26, 2024, Justice Kyra Harris Bolden stands as a living testament to progress. Bolden, the first Black woman to serve on the Michigan Supreme Court, reflects on her groundbreaking role…
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