We want all women to be paid fairly, treated with respect, and given equal opportunities to learn, grow, and lead. We want to kick bias out of workplaces and everywhere, because no one should be treated unfairly because of who they are—and because inclusive workplaces bring out the best in everyone. Together, we can make work work for women in a way it never has before.
“We need more women at every table where decisions are made. We need to push back against gender inequality in every form—now more than ever. A more equal workplace and world would be better in every way.”
Senior Associate, People & Operations
Hometown
Honolulu, HI, USA
What does leaning in mean to you?
Leaning in means showing up as your true self.
Who is a changemaker that you admire?
My grandmother. She was both my mother and father figure and raised me to believe I could accomplish all my goals regardless of race, gender, and circumstances. I am who I am today because of her.
SVP, Partnerships and Company Programs
Hometown
Sunnyvale, CA, USA
What does leaning in mean to you?
Dreaming big, taking risks, stepping outside of your comfort zone. Leaning in is the pursuit of the life that you have envisioned for yourself across all dimensions—personal and professional.
What career advice do you live by?
Ask, ask, ask -- if you don't ask for what you want, you’ll never get it!
VP, Communications
Hometown
Castro Valley, CA, USA
Why is an equal world important to you?
When there is equity we can all realize our full potential - not just in what we achieve but, importantly, who we are. That's a world I want to live in.
What does leaning in mean to you?
To me, leaning in means being your authentic self and being able to follow the path you want to create for your own life despite barriers that may be put in front of you.
Sr. Communications Manager
Hometown
San Jose, CA, US
Why is an equal world important to you?
Everyone deserves a chance to thrive in life and no one group deserves opportunity more than another. To create an equal world, we all have to do our part and that starts by identifying privilege, challenging inequalities, and finding ways to support the underrepresented.
What does leaning in mean to you?
It’s pushing past self doubt to recognize that your contributions are valuable and having the confidence to make your voice heard.
Editor in Chief, Vice President of Education
Hometown
Montclair, NJ, USA
Why is an equal world important to you?
Because I want my son to enter a world where gender does not define how he views leadership or advancement.
What does leaning in mean to you?
Leaning in means picking your path to progress and having no barriers in your way to get there.
Manager, Goldberg Scholarship Program
Hometown
Glencoe, IL, USA
Why is an equal world important to you?
Everyone deserves a chance to thrive in life and no one group deserves opportunity more than another. To create an equal world, we all have to do our part and that starts by identifying privilege, challenging inequalities, and finding ways to support the underrepresented.
What career advice do you live by?
No task is too small and no act of kindness is too little.
Director, B2B Marketing
Hometown
Boise, ID, US
What does leaning in mean to you?
Stepping outside of your comfort zone is critical for growth. Leaning in means getting comfortable with discomfort.
What career advice do you live by?
Something that has always stuck with me is the phrase, “You don’t know what you don’t know.” It’s a good reminder that curiosity leads to innovation, and asking questions is okay.
Executive Assistant
Hometown
West Covina, CA USA
What does leaning in mean to you?
Because an equal world means happier and healthier communities where we can truly love, accept, and serve one another.
What career advice do you live by?
Ask questions, fail fast, learn from them and move on.
Sr. Director, Lean In Circles and Company Programs
Hometown
London, UK
Why is an equal world important to you?
Because it’s only by harnessing the full potential of women’s talents that we stand a chance of tackling the world’s largest problems that exist today. Equality can’t wait.
What career advice do you live by?
“When you’re offered a seat on a rocket ship—get on!” - Eric Schmidt
Lead, Design
Hometown
San José, CA, USA
Why is an equal world important to you?
Everyone benefits when all individuals have an equal opportunity to prosper.
What does leaning in mean to you?
It means ensuring your voice is heard and your strengths are recognized. Become a force of nature, fight for what you believe in, and fiercely advocate for yourself and others.
Director, Lean In Girls Partnerships
Hometown
Villa Park, CA, USA
Why is an equal world important to you?
Everyone deserves equal opportunity. Equity is not only a universal right, but by bringing all voices to the table (AND listening to them), we amplify the impact.
What does leaning in mean to you?
To me, leaning in means getting comfortable with being uncomfortable, showing up as my authentic self, and knowing it's okay to not be perfect.
Principal, Mixed Methods Research
Hometown
Berkeley, CA, USA
What does leaning in mean to you?
Leaning in is about showing up and fully participating in places where you're not expected to - even if it's uncomfortable.
What career advice do you live by?
Be grateful for your strengths, and don't be afraid to use them. Be grateful for your weaknesses, because they remind you of how much you need others. Be yourself, fully.
Sr. Manager, Exec Comms
Hometown
Windsor, United Kingdom
What does leaning in mean to you?
When women and girls have the opportunity to reach their full potential, our communities are safer, our countries are stronger, and our entire world thrives.
What is your superpower at work?
Turning big ideas into powerful prose.
Senior Manager, Performance Marketing
Hometown
Menlo Park, CA
What does leaning in mean to you?
Leaning In means creating the best world that you can
What is your superpower at work?
2 generations ago, the women in my family had bound feet and few rights. Change happens faster than we think. I'm working on making a better world for my daughter.
Chief of Staff, Office of the Founder
Hometown
Rochester, NY USA
Why is an equal world important to you?
We are stronger when everyone has a seat at the table. When voices are excluded from the conversation, we all feel it. But when our lived experiences are celebrated and invited in, we can make smarter decisions and build a better future.
What mantra do you live by?
We show who we are in little ways - with the words we use, the decisions we make, and the small acts of kindness we perform.
VP, Lean In Girls
Hometown
Alexandria, VA, USA
What does leaning in mean to you?
Appreciating my strengths and utilizing them to improve the world around me. It's about speaking up when something isn’t right. It means betting on myself and taking risks in order to achieve and experience more than I ever thought possible.
What is your superpower at work?
My superpower at work is being able to anticipate problems or issues before they happen. I'm not saying I'm psychic but...
Marketing Manager
Hometown
Eden Prairie, MN, US
What does leaning in mean to you?
Leaning in means being your authentic self and making sure that others can do the same.
Why is an equal world important to you?
A more equitable world is critical to ensure that all individuals are given opportunities, support and space to thrive and to be well.
Research Project Manager
Hometown
Fullerton, CA, USA
Why is an equal world important to you?
In an equal world, we can grow up fully believing that all opportunities are within our grasp.
What does leaning in mean to you?
Living and speaking your truth, and not being afraid to take up space.
Sr. Communications Specialist
Hometown
Cleveland/Lakewood, Ohio
What does leaning in mean to you?
Silencing your self-doubt, taking a leap of faith to go after whatever it is you want, and trusting that you are ready and deserving!
What mantra advice do you live by?
“Everything you've ever wanted is sitting on the other side of fear.” - George Adair
Sr. Manager, Programmatic Content
Hometown
London, UK
What does leaning in mean to you?
It means standing up against injustice, even if there’s a personal cost.
What is your superpower at work?
Reading very fast.
Director, Network Leaders Program
Hometown
Cirencester, Gloucestershire, UK
What does leaning in mean to you?
It means not being alone, having like minded people to encourage and support you. It also means being active, helping others and in turn being brave and pushing yourself out of your comfort zone.
What is your superpower at work?
Inspiring and motivating people into action.
Sr. Manager, Head of Social
Hometown
Brooklyn, NY, USA
What does leaning in mean to you?
Leaning in looks different for me because I’m a Black woman. But if I have to narrow it down, it means staying true to myself, knowing my worth (and adding tax to it), and calling out gender bias and racial discrimination (see something, say something).
What career advice do you live by?
Find a way or make one. (My HBCU’s motto. S/O to Clark Atlanta University)
Senior Manager, Research and Education
Hometown
Tucson, Arizona
What does leaning in mean to you?
Pushing back against the internal voices and external forces that tell women they aren't competent, deserving, or smart enough to dream big and pursue those dreams. It means relentlessly fighting to ensure all women can sit at the table and lead.
What mantra do you live by?
Approach everything with a growth mindset: embrace challenges, learn from failures, and always believe in your ability to succeed through hard work, feedback, and perseverance.
CEO, Co-Founder
Hometown
Dallas, PA, USA
What does leaning in mean to you?
Leaning in means ignoring the inner voice that says you’re not good enough—a result of years of biased messages and systemic barriers. It means silencing that voice—even though it can be hard—and believing in yourself. And it means taking a seat at the table, and making space for more women beside you.
What career advice do you live by?
Be clear about what really matters—to you, to your team, to your mission—and work tirelessly to do those things well.
SVP, Operations
Hometown
Charleston, SC USA
Why is an equal world important to you?
Dr. Maya Angelou said it best - no one can be free until all of us are free.
Lean In Programs Manager
Hometown
Berkeley, CA, USA
Why is an equal world important to you?
As the daughter of immigrants who left their country due political and religious oppression, I've always had basic freedoms because I, by chance, was born in the USA. I believe every human deserve freedom, regardless of the passport they hold.
What does leaning in mean to you?
Leaning in means doing what make you scared despite the imposter syndrome you may feel, or the negative thoughts in your head. Leaning in is saying "screw it" and just diving in to reach your fullest potential (whatever that means to you).
Senior Lead, Design
Hometown
San Carlos, CA, USA
What does leaning in mean to you?
Leaning in to me is a continued perseverance to help advance the ambitions of yourself and those you care for.
What is your superpower at work?
Not stressing out :)
Sr. Chief of Staff
Hometown
Palo Alto, CA
What does leaning in mean to you?
Advocating for, believing in, and investing in yourself while mentoring others so they can lead their own journeys. I wouldn't be where I am today without the women leaders who remembered the second half of that sentence!
What is your superpower at work?
I'm a human sponge (can absorb a lot of info) and a Swiss Army knife (can solve any problem)!
Sr. Recruiting Manager
Hometown
Winchester, MA, USA
Why is an equal world important to you?
The more people I meet, the more I realize that, for many reasons, not everyone is empowered to use their voice or take up space or have dreams. That burns me. There is untapped power in the voices left behind and I am here to help them rise.
What career advice do you live by?
Invest in people and they will invest in you.
Senior Manager, Email Marketing
Hometown
Minneapolis, Minnesota, USA
Why is an equal world important to you?
To quote Paul Wellstone, "We all do better when we all do better." And we all do better if we actually get a fair chance to do better.
What does leaning in mean to you?
Showing up, being myself, listening, learning, accepting others, supporting others, being the change.
Sr. Director, Lean In Girls Marketing
Hometown
Vancouver, BC, Canada
Why is an equal world important to you?
I see a world of abundance and innovation when everyone is afforded equitable access to opportunities, resources, and recognition.
What career advice do you live by?
Approach everything with curiosity and a growth mindset.
Manager, Business Operations & Partnerships
Hometown
Fresno, CA, USA
Why is an equal world important to you?
How we look, where we grow up, and who we know shouldn’t matter. Bias, discrimination and exclusion are limiting people’s opportunity to thrive and promotes the same cyclical issues, generation after generation. Equality has to matter for change to happen.
What career advice do you live by?
Live life to the fullest: whether it’s work, school, or personal life. Live a life you are happy with and take opportunities that help you grow.
Social Media Lead, Option B
Hometown
Laguna Niguel, California
Why is an equal world important to you?
All of our lives hold value, and yet not all human lives have historically been treated as though they have worth. People of all lived experiences deserve access to opportunities.
What does leaning in mean to you?
To me, it means advocating for myself and using the privileges I have to amplify the voices of those who have most often been silenced.
Research Lead, Gender and Intersectionality
Hometown
Brooklyn, New York, USA
Why is an equal world important to you?
An equal world is the foundation we need to unlock the potential existing in and around us every day. People thrive when given a fair share of resources and opportunity, and when people thrive, communities everywhere reap the benefits.
What does leaning in mean to you?
To me, leaning in means being brave enough to face the challenges and barriers that hold us all back from experiencing a more equitable world.
