HIPOWER

THE GOAL

Hipower invites a small group of demonstrated leaders inside a corporation to form a “ring” each year with the goal of building community together and a platform to drive change. Our premise is that a twelve-month commitment builds trust and the capacity to explore new boundaries as each participant answers the question “What do you want to be known for?”

THE BENEFITS

Hipower creates a network inside of a corporation of leaders who are laser-focused on accelerating the goals and ambitions of the women in their network. As executive women we use our platforms to drive the change we want to see in our society. We push each other, showcase each other's platforms, and use hard work and creativity to realize our visions. We thrive on our deep bonds with each other inside of our workplace and within our communities.

PEER ADVISORY EXECUTIVE FORUMS

THE GOAL

In a corporate setting, it can be isolating at the top. The UPWARD Peer Advisory Executive Forum is committed to changing that by inviting accomplished female executives within a company to participate in a peer advisory setting designed to promote strategic decision making and critical thinking that as a result drives better business performance. This program creates a safe and confidential space, with a non-compete environment, built to provide authentic support, deliver clarity, and drive more significant impact.

THE BENEFITS

The UPWARD Peer Advisory Executive Forum tackles the unique issues head-on that a corporation is facing amongst women executives. This program encourages participants to ask tough questions, get beneath problems, and explore real answers – all within a supportive environment that is committed to honesty, trust, and transparency. UPWARD Peer Advisory Executive Forum unites the powerhouse female executives inside of a corporation and asks them to solve real-time challenges. Our structured, experiential learning process is designed to sharpen strategic decision-making skills, build confidence and expertise, foster authentic peer relationships, and give executive women actionable next steps to improve business performance.

Allies-in-Action

THE GOAL

The Allies-In-Action program exists to build the vital link of gender equity to leadership.These ally groups help guide men on how they can partner with their female colleagues to advance women’s leadership and equality by breaking ingrained gender stereotypes and overcoming unconscious biases, developing and supporting the talented women around them, and grating productive and respectful working relationships.

THE BENEFITS

According to McKinsey & Company, the most diverse corporations are now more likely than ever to outperform and ultimately drive more profit than their less diverse peers. In fact, the top quartile of diverse companies are 33% more likely to outperform on EBIT margin with inclusive workplaces outperforming S&P 500 stock performance by four times. UPWARD is committed to helping male leaders become mentors, sponsors, and allies for the advancement of women, while driving organizational performance. This program establishes a pathway inside your organization for executive men to be a part in the solution by providing them with the tools required to build productive, respectful, and equal relationships. The Allies-In-Action program is facilitated by UPWARD Men Chapter Leaders, over the course of 8 weeks in a virtual meeting environment and provides a community of mentors ready to guide male leaders to becoming successful allies to women

BOARD LEADERSHIP

THE GOAL

The UPWARD Board Leadership program is committed to achieving gender parity in the boardroom by providing professional and executive women with the strategic tools, resources, knowledge, and opportunities to be effective board members and pursue a board seat.

THE BENEFITS

UPWARD is a community of executive women passionate about personal development, career advancement, and community leadership. The Board Leadership Program provides an opportunity for members to increase their knowledge of board governance, strengthen their leadership skills, and enhance their community trusteeship with a certification program, and then guides them to demonstrate their new knowledge by engaging in nonprofit board service.