What if the next stage of your career isn’t up the ladder—but outward? Abby Kearns shows how she turned decades in enterprise tech into an ecosystem role that compounds learning, access, and influence.

Your next chapter isn’t just about what’s possible—it begins with taking time to reflect on who you’ve become. Jane Firth and Erin Essenmacher share how Athena’s Architect Your Next Chapter course helps women reflect on their experiences, reconnect with their purpose, and design a more fulfilling future.

As AI investment surges to unprecedented heights, Athena’s October “Ripped from the Headlines” Salon—led by Andrea Bonime-Blanc—dives into whether we’re witnessing a fleeting bubble, looming trouble, or the dawn of a transformative new era.

When growth demands a new version of ourselves, doubt often whispers louder than direction. In this reflection featuring insights from Eventbrite CEO Julia Hartz, we explore how women leaders can recognize the “off-ramps” that appear along the journey—and choose, instead, the courage to stay in.

What does it take to lead through the AI surge? At a recent Athena salon, Lila Tretikov shared hard-won lessons on bias, capital, governance, and imagination.

Power follows capital—and for too long, women have been excluded from both. Coco Brown, CEO of Athena Alliance, calls on us to claim not just access but ownership in shaping the future of leadership.

Erin Essenmacher explores how the definition of an effective director is shifting in today’s dynamic environment — from compliance and expertise to foresight, curiosity, and the ability to add real value in the boardroom.

Networking doesn’t have to feel transactional—it starts with belonging, curiosity, and the simple invitation: “Let’s be friends.” Read on for 10 tips to turn contacts into catalysts for opportunity and momentum.