Ellevate Network
| Formation | 1997 |
|---|---|
| Type | Professional association |
| Headquarters | New York, NY |
Chair | Sallie Krawcheck |
COO / President | Kristy Wallace |
| Website | http://www.ellevatenetwork.com |
Formerly called | 85 Broads |
Ellevate Network (formerly 85 Broads) is a global network for professional women, providing opportunities for women to connect, learn, and invest in themselves. Founded in 1997[1] to bring high-achieving women in finance together, the network now serves women across industries and around the world. Ellevate Network is chaired by Sallie Krawcheck.[2]
Ellevate has over 40 chapters in the United States and around the world.
History
Krawcheck acquired 85 Broads Unlimited LLC in 2013 and rebranded the organization as Ellevate in 2014.[3][4]
Services
Ellevate Network hosts networking events around the world: online webinars, online networking, and career advice on topics like creating a personal brand, growing a business, finding a mentor, reinventing your career, and finding balance and fulfillment. Special events, opportunities and advice are available for young professionals, working mothers, entrepreneurs, and senior executives.
Partnerships
On March 21, Ellevate announced a partnership with American Corporate Partners, a women's veteran mentoring program.[5][6]
References
- ↑ "Connecting Best and Brightest Women — Janet Hanson 85 Broads". Wharton Work/Life. Retrieved 2016-03-24.
- ↑ "Our Team | Ellevate". www.ellevatenetwork.com. Retrieved 2016-03-24.
- ↑ "85 Broads is changing its name to Ellevate, will invest in women via index fund, Sallie Krawcheck says - Bizwomen". The Business Journals. Retrieved 2016-03-24.
- ↑ Marcinek, Laura. "Krawcheck to Acquire 85 Broads From Ex-Goldman Executive". Bloomberg.com. Retrieved 2016-03-24.
- ↑ "American Corporate Partners Launches Mentoring Initiative for Transitioning Women Veterans". acp-usa.org. Retrieved 2016-03-24.
- ↑ "Help a Transitioning Female Veteran Find Her Next Career". www.ellevatenetwork.com. Retrieved 2016-03-24.