Heather Spilsbury
CEO of 50/50 Women on Boards, a nonprofit education and advocacy campaign driving the movement toward gender balance and diversity on corporate boards.
Top 5 podcasts with Heather Spilsbury
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Jun 21, 2023 • 52min
Powell Leans Into Hawkish Message
Cate Ambrose discusses private equity deals and trends, while Heather Spilsbury talks about increasing gender diversity in corporate governance. The podcast also covers Fed Chair Jay Powell's testimony, the controversy surrounding Reddit's API usage, and market conditions.
Dec 4, 2025 • 1h 12min
Own Your Value: Career Advice No One Told You
Heather Spilsbury, COO of 50-50 Women on Boards, and Jasani Courtney, VP of HR at the American Bureau of Shipping, share powerful insights on owning your career value. Heather highlights the importance of self-advocacy and confidence, debunking the myth that hard work alone gets noticed. Jasani stresses the necessity of negotiation, revealing why companies prefer you to negotiate and advising on the best strategies for salary discussions. Together, they empower listeners to shift from being overlooked to in-demand by effectively marketing themselves.
Apr 17, 2025 • 11min
Disparity of Women on Boards
Heather Spilsbury, CEO of 50/50 Women on Boards, leads a nonprofit focused on advancing gender balance in corporate governance. She discusses the impressive rise of women on boards from 9% in 2010 to 26% in 2023, and the positive impact of diversity on shareholder returns. The conversation delves into the challenges of implementing effective DEI initiatives in a politically charged corporate landscape. They also explore global efforts aimed at enhancing women's representation in leadership and the socio-economic benefits anticipated from these initiatives.
Jul 13, 2024 • 29min
Elevate Your Career: Using Negotiation to Climb the Corporate Ladder with Heather Spilsbury
Heather Spilsbury, COO at 50/50 Women on Boards, shares insights on using negotiation to advance careers. Topics include confidence, personal branding, and self-advocacy. Learn about the '50 Women to Watch for Boards' program and how women can secure leadership positions through negotiation skills.
Mar 8, 2024 • 35min
US Jobless Rate Hits Two-Year High Even as Hiring Stays Strong
US jobless rate hits a two-year high despite strong hiring. Topics include gender diversity on boards, wealth transfer implications for women, and the impact of demographics on the stock market. Discussion on job market trends, gig workers, and challenges in talent acquisition. Exploring the importance of diversity in corporate leadership and the significance of tailored financial advice for women.
