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Women at the Top - How Bumble and Honest are Paving the Way

Offered By: The Aspen Institute via YouTube

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Explore a compelling conversation featuring Whitney Wolfe Herd, founder and CEO of Bumble, and Jessica Alba, founder and chief creative officer of The Honest Company, as they discuss their journeys from start-ups to successful mission-driven companies. Delve into topics such as advocacy, social impact, and global expansion, as these influential women share insights on redefining entrepreneurship and overcoming obstacles. Learn about their experiences going public, responding to challenges like the Supreme Court decisions, and addressing environmental concerns. Gain valuable advice on staying strategic, engaging in today's world, and maintaining personal well-being while building a business. Discover how these leaders navigated mansplaining, strange advice, and the importance of staying true to one's principles. This 50-minute talk, part of the 2022 Aspen Ideas Festival, offers a unique perspective on female leadership and the power of perseverance in the business world.

Syllabus

Intro
Jessicas story
Going public
How hard is going public
The Supreme Court
Bumbles Response
Toxic Chemicals
Staying Strategic
How to Engage in 2022
Be Relentless
Write It All Down
Mansplaining
Strange advice
What matters to you
Advice and takeaways
Selfcare


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The Aspen Institute

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