Josie Sheppard

The Society for Human Resource Management (SHRM) is the world's largest HR association with almost 325,000 members. The non-profit company is based in Alexandria, VA and has subsidiaries in India and the United States. The company aims to create better workplaces and address critical issues affecting society that impact work. Johnny C. Taylor has been the CEO of the company since 2017.

The American Society for Training & Development is a professional association that is dedicated to the training and development field. The non-profit company is based in Alexandria, VA and has subsidiaries in the United States.

The American Marketing Association operates professional associations for marketers. The company offers services to marketing professionals including best practices and research studies, job resources, publications and directories. Its publications include flagship semi-monthly magazine Marketing News, as well as journal of marketing, journal of public policy and marketing and a variety of newsletters. The company was founded in 1931 and is headquartered in Chicago, IL.

The National Association of Women Business Owners (NAWBO) is a monthly e-publication dedicated to helping its members and the 9.1 million-plus women entrepreneurs across the country to power their “whole professional you”—in their business, in their lifestyle, and in their community. The non-profit company is based in McLean, VA. Teana McDonald has been the CEO of the company since 2012. The Circle is an ever-evolving national program designed specifically for premier members who own larger businesses that exceed $1 million in annual revenue. This program offers exceptional connections, access, and learning opportunities above and beyond membership.

Women Presidents' Organization is a global organization that was founded in 1997 by Dr. Marsha Firestone. The non-profit company is based in New York, NY, and the CEO of the company is Camille Burns. The organization brings together women business leaders worldwide to share insights, support, and encourage each other in their professional development and business strategies. Each WPO chapter serves as a professionally-facilitated peer advisory group for members where they can harness the momentum of their successes and cultivate new strategies that will take them even further. WPO members have guided their business to generate at least $2 million USD in gross annual sales (or $1 million USD for a service-based business).

The Women's Business Enterprise National Council (WBENC) is a third-party certifier of businesses owned and operated by women. The non-profit company is based in Washington. WBENC is a leader in supporting consumer-oriented female entrepreneurs and those who do business with them by raising awareness for why, where, and how to buy women-owned. Founded in 1997, WBENC has over 18,000 certified women's business enterprises, 14 national regional partner organizations, and more than 500 corporate members, most of which are Fortune 500 companies. Pamela Prince-Eason has been the CEO of the American company since 2011.

Women in Technology (WIT) is a non-profit organization with over 18,000 members worldwide, including more than 1,000 members in the local area. The non-profit company is based in Alexandria, VA. The organization provides leadership development, technology education, networking, and mentoring opportunities for women at all levels of their careers and for girls interested in STEM. WIT aims to make the state with the highest percentage of women in the STEM workforce by partnering with the community to provide opportunities that champion women throughout their education and career. The company was founded by Gavriella Schuster, Deborah Gore Cassidy.

American Management Association provides education seminars and sells educational materials. The firm is a global membership-based association that provides a full range of management development and educational services to individuals, companies and government agencies worldwide. The company was founded in 1913 and is headquartered in New York, NY.

The American Institute of Certified Public Accountants provides vocational education in accounting. The company provides services to the accounting community, regulatory bodies, and other organizations. It also operates in Jersey City, Washington, and Lewisville. It was founded in 1887 and is headquartered in New York City, NY.

McCormack & Farrow provides human resource management services. Its services include hiring division, group, C-level and top functional executives to the industries such as information technology, healthcare, manufacturing and financial institutions. The company was founded in 1983 and is headquartered at Costa Mesa, CA.

Project Management Institute, Inc. provides project management services. Its advance careers improve organizational success and further mature the profession of project management through globally recognized standards, certifications, resources, tools, academic research, publications, professional development courses and networking opportunities. The company was founded by James Snyder, Eric Jenett, Gordon Davis, E. A. Engman and Susan C. Gallagher in 1969 and is headquartered in Philadelphia, PA.

Cornell University is an educational institution that offers undergraduate and post graduate programs. It was founded in 1865 and is based in Ithaca, NY.

The American Association of University Women is an organization that aims to address the lifelong pay gap between men and women, which results in women having significantly less income than men during their retirement years. The organization, led by CEO Gloria L. Blackwell, is based in Washington. The organization also focuses on combating sex discrimination in various forms, such as unfair pay, pregnancy discrimination, sexual harassment, sexual assault, and violations of Title IX of the Education Amendments of 1972.

The Network of Executive Women organizes events and learning programs for its members. The non-profit company is based in Houston, TX. Lisa P. Baird has been the CEO of the company since 2023.

QED National, Inc. provides IT staffing, management and security services. It also offers data center solutions. The company was founded by Colleen Molter in 1993 and is headquartered in New York, NY.

Project Management Solutions, Inc. provides management consulting services. Its services include project management office (PMO) deployment, operation, and enhancement, project portfolio, organizational change, demand and resource management, project review and recovery, maturity advancement, methodology implementation, project management mentors, and vendor management. The company was founded by J. Kent Crawford in 1996 and is headquartered in Glen Mills, PA.

Efficient Collaborative Retail Marketing Co. LLC provides business solutions to help buyers and manufacturers improve sales and reduce expenses. It hosts e­fficient program planning sessions to conduct category-specific events that consist of one-on-one planning sessions scheduled between manufacturers, buyers, and distributors to review new items, marketing initiatives, and strategic direction. The company was founded by Charlie Bowlus and Mitch Bowlus in 1994 and is headquartered in Solon, OH.

Business Council for Peace engages in the provision of business advice to companies on how to scale businesses to create employment and expand the economic power of women. The company was founded by Toni Maloney in 2002 and is headquartered in Southampton, NY.

Part of Prestige Consumer Healthcare, Inc., Dental Concepts LLC markets therapeutic oral care products. The company is based in Paramus, NJ. Dental Concepts was acquired by Prestige Consumer Healthcare, Inc. on November 14, 2005 for $30.20 million.

National Association of Chain Drug Stores, Inc. represents the chain community pharmacy industry. The non-profit company is based in Alexandria, VA and has subsidiaries in the United States. The company's mission is to advance the interests and objectives of pharmacies, which are the face of neighborhood healthcare. The CEO of the company is Steven C. Anderson.

Education Success Foundation, Inc. operates secondary education schools. The company is headquartered in Rochester, NY.

Manhattan Chamber of Commerce, Inc. operates as a membership organization for business associations. It offers business referral groups, chamber on-the-go, and export documents. The company was founded in 1920 and is headquartered in New York, NY.

The Manhattan Area Chamber of Commerce provides business and professional association services. The non-profit company is based in Manhattan, KS. The company was founded in 1925. The CEO is Jason Smith.

Toastmasters International is a non-profit educational organization that teaches public speaking and leadership skills through a worldwide network of clubs. The organization has approximately 270,000 members in more than 14,200 clubs across 148 countries. Since 1924, Toastmasters International has helped people from diverse backgrounds become more confident speakers, communicators, and leaders. The American company is headquartered in an undisclosed location.

Marymount California University functions as a College/University. It provides educational services. The company is headquartered in Rancho Palos Verdes, CA.

Founded in 1924, Saks Fifth Avenue LLC is a subsidiary of Hudson's Bay Co. that sells women's and men's apparel, shoes, handbags, and jewelry through online channels. The company is based in Boston, MA.

C2G Partners provides marketing and analytic consulting services. It also offers network design and technical architecture, SLA management, managed network services, proforma operations planning, call center policies and reporting, gatekeepers and administrative management, product management and training programs. The company was founded by Peggy McHale and Sandi Webster in 2002 and is headquartered in Newark, NJ.

The Boston Club, Inc. operates as a non-profit organization. It promotes the advancement of women to significant and visible leadership roles. The company was founded in 1976 and is headquartered in Marblehead, MA.

CREW Boston promotes advancement of women within the commercial real estate industry. It offers social and community service activities throughout and has established the CREW Boston Educational Foundation, which supports a scholarship for any female undergraduate and/or graduate student interested in pursuing a career in commercial real estate upon graduation. The company was founded in 1982 and is headquartered in Boston, MA.

The Urban Land Institute operates as a non-commercial research organization. It provides leadership in the responsible use of land and in creating and sustaining thriving communities worldwide. The company was founded on December 14, 1936 and is headquartered in Washington, DC.

International Council of Shopping Centers, Inc. serves the global retail real estate industry. Its programs include webinars, global awards program, exhibit, sponsorship and advertising, opportunities. The company was founded in 1957 and is headquartered in New York, NY.

New England Development Corp. engages in the development and management of real estate property. Its projects include shopping centers, residential buildings, and office spaces. The company was founded by Stephen R. Karp in 1972 and is headquartered in Boston, MA.

YMCA of Greater Rochester provides social services. It seeks to place Christian principles into practice through its programs for the community to build a healthy spirit, mind and body for all. The company was founded in 1854 and is headquartered in Rochester, NY.