Greenwich’s most influential women philanthropists gathered over tea to hear how Greenwich-based Girls With Impact is driving change as the non-profit leads the charge nationally on women’s equal opportunity in business.

Girls With Impact is thrilled to announce an exciting partnership with Command Education, an elite college consulting firm renowned for its personalized approach to admissions. We’re working together to bring world-class college preparation resources to our students.

New York, NY – Addressing the $12 trillion economic opportunity of women reported by McKinsey*, top HR leaders called for dismantling old systems and structures and taking action – from destigmatizing traditionally male-dominated roles and industries to building a lateral-first job progression culture.

“We have such a rich pool of potential CEOs,” said Nooyi. “Here’s the issue: We have to make sure we don’t put barriers in their way. We have an extraordinary talent base in women. They’re hungry and want to leave a mark on the world. But we still haven’t learned how to grease the skids for them. We still make it so hard for them to be anybody.”

This innovative mentorship initiative is designed to connect young women aged 14-24 with professionals for impactful one-hour mentoring sessions. The program aims to guide in four key areas: Entrepreneurship, Professional Development, Personal Development, and Financial Life Skills. You do not need to be a current student or graduate of the Academy to request a mentor.

The quarterly GWI IGNITE! Venture Competition provides a stage for young women to showcase their entrepreneurial spirit and creativity. With guidance from industry experts and the opportunity to win prize money, participants are equipped with the resources they need to transform their ideas into successful ventures.