Charting a Bold Course
Led by Co-Founders Malli Gero and Stephanie Sonnabend, the organization was originally called 2020 Women on Boards. Our transformative goal: 20% women on boards by 2020.
Turning Data into Action
Launched the Gender Diversity Index™—the first of its kind—to track women on public boards, introduced a company rating system to benchmark board equity, and held the first in-person event, National Conversation on Board Diversity, to spark national awareness.
Mobilizing a Movement
On 12/12/12, hosted simultaneous events in key U.S. cities, including NY, Boston, and LA to establish a national network of allies and leaders accelerating gender balance and equity on corporate boards.
Reaching a Milestone
Women surpassed 20% of board seats in Fortune 1000 companies and states began proposing legislation to require and report board diversity.
Expanding Reach
Betsy Berkhemer-Credaire became CEO and launched the first educational program, Get on Board,
to help prepare women for board service and unlocks new leadership opportunities.
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Mobilized volunteers and Leadership Committee teams in multiple locations around the U.S.
Surpassing Goal Before Deadline
Advocated for California’s SB826 law, mandating women on boards, and met the 20% state goal across Russell 3000 companies — a year ahead of schedule.
Embracing A New Era
Heather Spilsbury named Chief Marketing Officer, and the organization rebranded as 50/50 Women on Boards, setting a new vision: 50% women and 20% women of color on boards.
Raising the Bar
Hosted events in 20+ global cities, expanded programs with two additional board readiness workshops, and launched The Networking Hub to connect aspiring board leaders.
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Our quarterly and annual Gender Diversity Index™ reports began tracking race & ethnicity metrics, reimagining company rankings to reflect broader board diversity.
Showcasing Board-Ready Women
Strategic networking events expanded beyond the U.S. to include five global locations: London, Mexico City, Nairobi, Tokyo, and Toronto.
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50 Women to Watch for Boards launched, drawing 1,000+ applicants in the first two years, with 20% of honorees securing board seats.
Growing the Leadership Team
Heather Spilsbury named CEO, Betsy Berkhemer-Credaire named President, and the global leadership team expanded with new talent.
Reaching 30%
Women held 30% of Russell 3000 board seats — a historic breakthrough increasing gender balance on corporate boards.
Recognizing Leadership Volunteers
Celebrated volunteer community growth with inaugural in-person chairs retreat, bringing together our network of xxx+ dedicated Leadership Committee teams who drive our mission forward.
Leading the Future: 2025 and Beyond
Celebrating our 15th Anniversary and driving toward 50% gender parity and 20% women of color on boards through education, advocacy, and global collaboration–with your support!
