We're sharing AHA moments from Ask Her Anything | Sept 19, 2025: Zero to one, how women got their first board roles

Thank you to everyone who joined us for our first Ask Her Anything panel session!

We are especially grateful for our guest speakers, Selena Cuffe, Chief Growth Officer,

Blackstone Consulting, Inc. and Elizabeth Suarez, CEO, Avanza Business Group. As corporate leaders and seasoned board directors, Elizabeth and Selena, along with Light Her Way co-founder, Annette Blum Pearson, shared personal experiences and insights about what brought them to the boardroom and how they acquired the seats that kicked off their ongoing board service.

Edua Lena made sure that everyone in the room walked away with valuable & actionable learnings and we're excited to share a few with the community!

Join us for our next AHA session:

🤔 Purposeful Pathways | How your “why” informs your board path

​​🗓️ October 17 | 9:30am PT / 12:30pm ET

📍 Zoom (register here)

Can't wait for the next panel session?

We're keeping the conversation going in our free Mighty Networks community​

Join us and share your own experiences and questions.

Upcoming Light Her Way Events

10/14/25 - 💬 Monthly ConnectHERS Networking - Free and Fun!​

Whether you’re mulling over career options, working towards a specific goal, or just need to take some time to connect with like-minded souls, come and join for a supportive conversation. Register for our next virtual ConnectHERS session soon!

​​🗓️ October 14 🗓️ November 11 🗓️ December 9

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​🔥She's on Fire - an all women's dance party that ends by bedtime!​

A night out with the girls, dancing to our favorite beats! No reason other than to let off some steam and indulge in joy 💃

🪩Get tickets until now $35 (includes a cocktail + charcuterie)

🗓️ September 25, 6-9 pm PT |📍 Avotoasty, FiDi, San Francisco

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Missed joining Board of AdviseHERS?

​🧑‍🎓 Next Board of AdviseHERS Cohort - January 2026!​ ​Board of AdviseHERS is a board readiness experience designed to equip women with the tools, strategy, and confidence to take a seat at the board table. Cohorts are kept small for powerful connections and conversation. If you're curious and ready to know more, please set up time to talk to get questions answered or to request resources.

💡Corporate Leaders: Let's Connect!💡 ​Explore how Light Her Way can help you build future-ready leaders

We appreciate you! Samantha & Annette Co-founders, Light Her Way & Board of AdviseHERS ​​​