Summer 2026

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Better Together FINDING THE PERFECT WORKOUT BUDDY

How a partner can improve your fitnes BY: Jody Trierweiler FITNESS We all know that exercise is important for should be exercising on a regular and consistent basis. But so many of us fall short. According to the  CDC, only 24% of American adults are meeting the current activity guidelines of at least 150 minutes of

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FORWARD TOGETHER BUILDING ECOSYSTEMS, NOT SILOS

BY: Evelyn Summerville CAREER There’s an African proverb that I often refer to in my coaching practice: “If you want to go fast, go alone. If you want to go far, go together.” Women in leadership are periodically choosing between the two, going alone or going together. Sometimes it’s a choice, not for selfish motives, but

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Smart Summer Skincare Tips for the CAREER WOMAN

BY: Rechelle Andrews BEAUTY Maintain your summer glow while driving impact! Summer moves fast—just like your career. Between early routine should work as efficiently and intelligently as you do. Think of it as part of The  female Blueprint: investing in your selfcare so you can elevate your confidence and reduce stress while continuing to lead, support, and uplift  others.

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SPONSORSHIP IS CURRENCY Building belonging through access, advocacy and intentional growth

BY: Stephanie Hancock CAREER Opportunity within organizations does not move randomly. It flows through relationships, trust and influence. Learn about the real currency in leadership and how it can be used to build intentional growth. Opportunity flows through sponsorship. While mentorship has long been emphasized in leadership development, research shows sponsorship plays a more direct

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Women Who Rise TOGETHER Leadership, Impact and the Power of Supporting Other Women

Leadership, Impact and the Power of Supporting Other Wome BY: Priya Kumar LEADERSHIP Women are redefining leadership in ways that extend far beyond boardrooms and titles. Today’s most impactful women leaders are not only building successful careers, but also helping other women grow emotionally, financially, and professionally. Their leadership is rooted in collaboration, mentorship, and empowerment

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Find Your Groove, Make Your Move

Networking tips to build stronger relationships with Sydney Davis BY: Marci Bryan WORKPLACE Sydney Davis is helping shape more sustainable systems for modern working women through her work in wellness, workforce innovation, and community capital. Davis is the founder of TotalCare Studio, a women-centered coworking and wellness space redefining how mothers balance work, childcare, and self-care under

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CAREER MASTERED 2026 LEADERSHIP, LEGACY, & THE POWER OF ELEVATING OTHERS

By: Dr. Lisa J. Lindsay Wicker   There are conferences people attend. And then there are experiences that stay with you long after the final applause . . . creating moments that challenge leaders to think bigger, lead differently, and recommit themselves to building opportunity for others. The 12th National Career Mastered Women’s Leadership &

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My Sister’s Keeper Sponsorship vs. Mentorship + How to Secure Both

By Lisa Nichols Career   Any executive leader will tell you that they have reached their success in part due to the relationships they’ve developed throughout their career. Performance and abilities are essential to securing a leadership position, but without key connections, they will only take you so far. For women in the corporate sector, knowing

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THE VOICE of WOMEN LEADERS Supporting, Sponsoring & Scaling Others

Some conversations inspire. Others challenge. And then there are the rare, unforgettable moments that fundamentally redefine leadership. At the Career Mastered Awards 2026, one such “dropthe-mic” moment unfolded during an extraordinary conversation between Johnson C. Smith University President Dr. Valerie Kinloch, Career Mastered Trailblazer Honoree, and acclaimed award-winning journalist and National Living Legends Honoree Soledad

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Executive Presence and Purpose-Driven Leadership A RECAP of the 2026 Career Mastered National Summit & Awards

BY: Career Mastered Staff FEATURE Voices of Women Leaders & Allies Converging to Shape the Future of Influence, Power, and Connection In an era where leadership is being redefined in real time, the 12th National Career Mastered® Women’s History Leadership and Allies Summit & Awards served as a living laboratory for what executive presence and purpose-driven

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MEN How to Intentionally Create Space, Share Access and Multiply Impact

BY: Kayvonna K. Stigall WORKPLACE When being intentional, a person can ensure that their actions and support are purposeful as well as  meaningful. When men intentionally create space and share access in the workplace and boardroom with women, they make a multiplying impact by fostering positive change and growth in business and in the community. There

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Outshine BY LIFTING OTHERS SCALE YOUR BRAND THROUGH IMPACT Why helping others grow strengthens your own professional presence

BY: Nicole Hudson Career Here’s the thing about personal branding that most people get wrong: it’s not about self-promotion. The leaders who actually stand out aren’t just focused on their own visibility. They’re known for helping others succeed. When you build a reputation for opening doors and creating real opportunities, your brand takes care of itself.

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WOMEN EMPOWERMENT LEANING ON OTHERS FOR HELP

BY: DR SABRINA JACKSON  In the modern narrative of female success, we often celebrate the “Superwoman”—the one who manages a high-powered career, nurtures a family, maintains a social life, and keeps a pristine home, all without breaking a sweat. We have mistakenly equated empowerment with total self-reliance. However, true empowerment isn’t about carrying the world on

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Behind every success is a Story! And what a story we have to tell.

The 12th National Women’s Leadership & Allies Summit & Awards is truly one for the books. This year, the power of women’s voices was heard loud and clear. Women from across the nation showed up boldly, purposefully, and with undeniable presence as we explored our theme, “Making Connections: Driving Leadership Together.” Through meaningful dialogue, authentic

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