Allison Weir, MBA, SPHR’s Post

It’s Women’s History month, and every day, we’ll be thinking about the women that came before us and drove positive change on the planet. Kamala Harris is making history right now with the Women In the Sustainable Economy (WISE) initiative which is investing more than $1.4 billion globally to boost women’s access to employment, training, leadership roles, and financing in green and blue industries. We can do this! 💪 https://hubs.li/Q02mBMsl0

Kicking off Women's History Month with a spotlight on our female founders. Did you know that within our portfolio, 28% of companies have a female CEO at the helm and 36% have at least 1 female founder on the team? Get to know more about them and our portcos in our ESG report. Download it here: https://lnkd.in/g6KaMert Dorothea K. Roolin Njotosetiadi Nellie Wartoft Cha-Ly K. Francesca Chia Van Le Amy Lingmin Le Vu Van Sue-Anne Toh Shi Ling Tai Sati Rasuanto

On this #IWD24, Monk's Hill Ventures is proud to have invested in companies with meaningful female representation in the founding teams, with a whopping 28% of companies helmed by a female CEO and 60% of companies having a female board member. This is not a box-ticking exercise - we hold both men and women to the same exacting standards and we expect the same accountability and excellence from them, just as founders should demand the same from their investors and board members. As a female founder and now female investor, I wouldn't expect anything less. At its core, we want to back simply the best teams and invest in the best people, including our colleagues. Women represent not only the majority of MHV's workforce but also 53% of our leadership. We believe the diversity of lived experiences and perspectives this brings ultimately strengthens and adds to our decision making rigor. Come talk to us and find out for yourself.

🌟 Empowering Reflection for Women's Month 🌟 It’s Thankful Thursday, and I’m diving into a powerful quote by Alice Walker: "The most common way people give up their power is by thinking they don’t have any." These words resonate deeply, and I reflect on the strength and potential within all women. It's easy to underestimate our own power, to doubt our abilities, and to believe that we don't have what it takes to make a difference. But Walker's wisdom reminds us that our power lies not in external validation or recognition but within ourselves. 💪🏽 So, here's a challenge for you: Take a moment to reflect on a time when you felt powerless or doubted yourself. How did you overcome that feeling? What steps did you take to reclaim your power and confidence? 🧐 Share your reflections 🗣️ in the comments below and let's inspire one another with stories of resilience, determination, and empowerment. Your experiences may be just the encouragement someone else needs to tap into their own power and potential. Together, let's celebrate the strength and resilience of women everywhere. By sharing our stories and lifting each other up, we reaffirm that our power is limitless and our potential knows no bounds. 🚀 Join the conversation and let's empower each other to embrace our power, seize opportunities, and create positive change in our lives and communities.

Great day with the ladies of Plancentric Financial Group virtually attending the Northwestern Mutual WISE Women's Summit! Some of my takeaways: -Reframe your stress stories (is it an ordeal or an adventure - I choose adventure!) -It's your choice to be fearless - what more will you do as you fear less? -You may not always get it right - intention is everything -Be bold, step up and ask for help when you need it -Create an environment where it's safe to fail - let go of the perfect

Come back to yourself. It's so easy to lose ourselves in what other people need and want from us. We bend and mold ourselves to what we think others need of us and before we know it we've lost ourselves and have no idea what it is we want and need anymore. Join our Women's Transformation Circle and come back to you. Stop merely surviving and start thriving! (Link in bio and comments)

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Every March since 1987, Congress and U.S. Presidents have designated March as Women’s History Month. For over 10 years running, our media brand The Crude Life has featured a different woman every day of the month. Today’s women in industry are not only modern-day leaders, but truly are defining history. Personally, I believe women are vital in energy. Today more than ever. From a female’s point of view to intuition to specific skill sets, women are vital in energy. I understand there are still many in industry who disagree, however, it is getting better everyday. Our brands will continue to support Women in Energy and their positive contributions to industry. We encourage those of you who disagree to listen to the interviews, hear their stories and find out why many are supporting Women in Energy like The Crude Life! Everyone at The Crude Life is grateful for all your contributions to industry, to your communities and to our planet. https://lnkd.in/gcFt45Nw

As Women’s History Month 2024 comes to a close, I am grateful for the chance to reflect on the remarkable contributions of women both past and present. Often, we hear about a woman's success story, but seldom about the obstacles and setbacks that may have impeded progress. Women are extraordinary. They are powerful, compassionate, insightful, thought-provoking, results-oriented, and agents of change in both personal and professional realms. The journey to hone these qualities while achieving desired outcomes can be daunting. Why? Because all too often, there aren't enough opportunities to laugh, to enjoy the scent of flowers, to dance to great music, or to simply take a moment to exist. My admiration gravitates towards those whose words or actions have had a profound effect—Ida B. Wells, Toni Morrison, Shirley Chisolm, Patricia Harris, Constance Baker Motley, Catherine Johnson, Phillis Wheatley Peters, Mahalia Jackson, Harriet Tubman, among many others. To some, they may seem a disparate group, but to me, they are examples of courage, persistence, strength, character, the arts, motherhood, relationships, human rights, and justice. These women were the quiet forces who left legacies without seeking recognition, as well as pioneers who blazed trails with a fiery spirit, aiming to make a difference with every endeavor. As Women’s History Month draws to an end, let us: 1) Celebrate and uplift the incredible women around us 2) Recognize those who continue to make a significant impact, whether boldly or quietly 3) Support women, become allies for their growth, and contribute to reducing inequalities #Herstorycontinues 

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