Simone Wu
An accomplished leader, C-Suite executive, and corporate board member, Simone Wu has over 30 years of experience in technology, telecommunications, travel, hospitality, and franchising. She brings a pragmatic global perspective
OUR MISSION
The mission of DirectWomen is to increase the representation of women lawyers on corporate boards.
In order to conduct its various programs, DirectWomen relies on the support of corporate and law firm sponsorships, as well as individual donations. Join the coalition of leading companies, AmLaw 100 law firms, and individual donors that reinforce their commitment to good corporate governance by supporting DirectWomen.
Click here to view the different sponsor levels.
If you are interested in sponsoring, please contact Executive Director Shawn Taylor Kaminski (skaminski@directwomen.org) or call DirectWomen at (833) 239-6636.
DirectWomen’s network includes more than:
- 286 Board Institute alumnae
- 65 CEOs
- 195 Corporate Board Directors
- 268 General Counsels and Chief Legal Officers
- 94 Corporate Secretaries
- A vibrant group of volunteers, including executive search firm principals and other leaders of the business community.
Nearly forty percent (40%) of DirectWomen alumnae have been elected to serve on at least one corporate board.
DirectWomen is grateful to the ever-growing network of individuals and organizations that support our work.
DirectWomen is an independent 501(c)(3) organization. Contributions to DirectWomen are tax-deductible to the full extent allowed by the law.
Thank you for your support of DirectWomen’s important work!
SUCCESS STORIES
Marla S. Persky
Marla Persky is CEO and President of WOMN LLC, a company dedicated to helping women succeed in the business of law by increasing their knowledge of and acuity with financial
Jennifer S. Zucker
Jennifer Zucker is a seasoned business advisor, public company director, senior military officer, public sector strategist and lawyer focused on counselling corporations and their leaders on a broad range of