Why We Started Pinkcareers?
Conventional wisdom says that women hit a “glass ceiling” that prevents them from reaching positions of leadership. But according to McKinsey and LeanIn.org, the biggest obstacle women face is the step up from entry-level position to manager or the “broken rung”. Once women fall behind on their first promotion, it’s a catch-up game from there – both in terms of career advancement and the confidence to see themselves as a leader.
What would be possible if early-career women had access to the tools and coaching that have traditionally been available to only mid-career or senior-level executives? And at a fraction of the cost?
Pinkcareers makes this possible. We offer expert advice, resources, and coaching to high-potential women in the first 10 years of their careers so they can advance towards positions of leadership from day one. We partner with organizations to provide 1:1 coaching, high-touch point leadership programs, and career training to their high-potential women. Working with Pinkcareers, they can discover their authentic leadership style, solidify their confidence to lead, and thrive with their uniqueness and differences. In turn, organizations build a truly sustainable pipeline of exceptional global female leaders.
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Meet the Founder
Richa Bansal
Richa Bansal is a seasoned professional with a decade of experience in strategy, operations, engineering, supply chain, and management. As one of the only women in the room for most of her career in the Oil & Gas and IT industry, she has seen first-hand the struggles of young professional women as they navigate the corporate ladder.
Richa founded Pinkcareers so that women can get access to early career development and coaching through a learning format that’s flexible, effective and meets the needs of modern working women.
Richa earned a Bachelor’s from IIT Delhi, India, a Master’s from Purdue University, USA, and an M.B.A. from Rice University, USA. When she is not working on Pinkcareers, she loves to travel the world with her husband and two little boys.
Meet The Team
Robyn Kenkel
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Nancy Zakhour
Pinkcareers Mentor
Patti Urbina
Pinkcareers Mentor
Emily Hilton
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