Divershefy Club

11/21/2025

⏳ 1 Day to Go!
Tomorrow, we dive into a powerful conversation on Investment Challenges for Women Founders — a crucial dialogue shaping the future of inclusive entrepreneurship.
Divershefy, in collaboration with i4 Mentors Foundation, brings you the Founders Series, where Women Founders connect with Investors and Senior Women Leaders who can accelerate their growth and provide pathways to Advisory and Board roles.
🎙 Panellists:
Dr. Shailpriya Gupta | Urvi Bablaa | Dr. Srikanth Sundararajan
👥 Co-Hosts: Sylvia Smetana & Dr. Rajbir Singh
📅 November 22nd, 2025
⏰ 11:00 AM IST / 6:30 AM CET / 1:30 PM SGT / 4:30 PM AEDT
Whether you’re a Women Founder seeking investments, an Investor interested in diversifying your portfolio, or a Senior Woman Leader ready to guide the next generation, this session is for you.
🔗 Register now:
https://us06web.zoom.us/meeting/register/pRCtMPH9RU2LgOD2UftE0Q

09/29/2025

True leadership begins not at the boardroom door, but in your own home! One of the most powerful lessons from Gretta Antonecsu’s Video of Leadership Starts at Home is that you can’t lead others effectively unless you first lead yourself.

In this video, Gretta—an accomplished Global Leader, Board Director, Digital Transformation Expert, and Executive Coach —shares how self-leadership, integrity, and leading with presence start from the inside out. (Yes, even when no one’s watching.)

Gretta is a thought leader and recently started leading a movement: One Million Women on Boards! - joining requires fitness and training. Gretta's specialty is working with Senior Leaders to upgrade to Executive Identity! Please visit her recent LinkedIn post here.

What you will learn:
Self-leadership is foundational — the daily habits, mindset, and rituals you cultivate at home ripple into every meeting room you walk into
Consistency over spotlight moments — leadership is less about heroic gestures and more about showing up, aligning actions with values, and staying steady under pressure
The invisible work matters — emotional regulation, reflection, and self-awareness are not “soft” skills; they are nonnegotiables at the C-Suite and Board level
Scaling outward — when your inner compass is calibrated, influence, trust, and credibility naturally expand, both at work and in life

That’s exactly why the Leadership Skills short course (available inside our Global Leader Membership) goes deep here. We don’t just teach frameworks — we help you integrate leadership practices into your daily living, so that when you enter any room, you bring presence, clarity, and impact.

Take the step: subscribe to the Global Leader Membership → gain access to this short course + more modules designed to sharpen your leadership edge → join a community of women leaders making real impact.

Subscribe today to the Global Leader Membership to unlock the full Masterclass experience and an incredible deal where you get 6 Short Courses included in the membership. Each Short Course consists of 8 to 12 videos of about 30 minutes with MCQs and an optional online certificate.

Get a free sneak peek of the Short Course on Leadership Skills here. https://www.divershefy.com/offers/oS5r2H8X



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Divershefy brings women into Boardrooms and C-Suites globally. The number of women in Top Leadership is still low, around 20 % globally and it is hardly impr...

09/26/2025

Our 5th Anniversary is just around the corner! Remember that feeling of connection, growth, and empowerment you get from being part of the Divershefy Club community?

On October 1st, we're bringing that energy to a virtual meeting to celebrate our incredible 5-year journey! It's a great moment to honor the collective impact we've made, share inspiring stories, and shape the future of inclusive leadership together.

This isn’t just an anniversary. It’s a celebration of YOU — the Mentors, Alumni, Leaders, and Members who have fueled our journey and turned Divershefy into a thriving global community for women leaders.

Why you can’t miss this celebration:
Reconnect with Mentors, GLCP & LIP Alumni, and Members from across the globe
Share your leadership wins & hear inspiring stories from others
Celebrate the milestones, memories & impact we’ve built together
Contribute your ideas to co-create Divershefy’s next chapter

Date: October 1, 2025
Time: 8:00 PM IST | 4:30 PM CEST | 10:30 AM EDT | 7:30 AM PDT

To be part of this celebration, send us an email at [email protected] to receive your invite.

This is more than an event — it’s a moment to celebrate our shared impact and ignite the future of inclusive leadership. Don’t miss your chance to be in the room with the women leaders shaping tomorrow.

09/25/2025

Leadership isn’t a title — it’s a multi-faceted skillset you intentionally cultivate every day!
In this short clip “10 Essential Leadership Elements”, Gretta Antonescu outlines the core building blocks that distinguish ordinary managers from transformational leaders.

Gretta is a thought leader and recently started leading a movement: One Million Women on Boards! - joining requires fitness and training. Gretta's specialty is working with Senior Leaders to upgrade to Executive Identity!

Please visit her recent LinkedIn post here (https://www.linkedin.com/posts/gretta-antonescu_antonescu-gretta-executiveadvisory-activity-7370754548178583552-5aey?utm_source=share&utm_medium=member_ios&rcm=ACoAAAHI_7IBICh9B-ObgimuXgSWXUE8iaVfYnw) .

What you’ll master inside the Leadership Skills short course:
Clarity of Vision & Purpose — knowing why you lead sharpens every decision you make
Emotional Intelligence — tune in to yourself first; then tune in to others and lead with empathy
Integrity & Consistency — your reputation is built through small, aligned actions over time
Resilience & Adaptability — true leaders rise in the face of uncertainty
Courageous Communication — speaking truth with care, even when it’s hard
Empowerment & Delegation — leadership multiplies when you shift from doing to enabling
Strategic Thinking — seeing patterns, trends, and the long game
Learning Mindset — curiosity, reflection, and growth as daily rituals
Influence & Trust Building — leadership without legitimacy won’t last
Legacy Mindset — leading with long-term impact in mind, beyond your tenure

These aren’t just “nice to have” traits — they’re the practical levers you’ll activate inside the Short Course on “Leadership Skills”. We work through frameworks and real-life application labs so each of these 10 elements becomes a lived skill rather than a checklist.

Ready to begin? Subscribe (https://www.divershefy.com/offers/jduZzeBv) to Global Leader Membership to unlock the full Masterclass experience and an incredible deal where you get 6 Short Courses included in the membership. Each Short Course consists of 8 to 12 videos of about 30 minutes with MCQs and an optional online certificate.

Get a free sneak peek of the Short Course on Leadership Skills here. https://www.divershefy.com/offers/oS5r2H8X



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Divershefy brings women into Boardrooms and C-Suites globally. The number of women in Top Leadership is still low, around 20 % globally and it is hardly impr...

09/22/2025

It's hard to believe it's been 5 years since Divershefy Club first began! We’re thrilled to invite you to a very special milestone: the 5th Anniversary of Divershefy Club on October 1st, 2025!

This milestone isn't just an anniversary; it's a testament to the incredible community of mentors, alumni, and leaders who have shaped our journey. We are so excited to celebrate our 5th anniversary with the people who made it all possible.

Over the past five years, Divershefy has grown into a powerful global community of senior women leaders, Mentors, GLCP alumni, and advocates for inclusive leadership. This journey has been shaped by your energy, insights, and unwavering commitment—and now, it’s time to celebrate you.

Why this celebration matters:
1. It’s a moment to honor the collective impact we’ve made in advancing women’s leadership across industries and borders
2. A chance to reconnect with the voices and faces that have shaped Divershefy’s journey
3. An opportunity to co-create the next chapter of our vision for inclusive, empowered leadership

What’s in store:
> Reconnect with fellow Mentors, GLCP and LIP Alumni and Divershefy Members
> Share updates from your leadership journey and hear inspiring stories from others
> Contribute your ideas to shape Divershefy’s future direction
> Celebrate the milestones, memories, and momentum we’ve built together
> Explore new opportunities to collaborate, mentor, and lead within the community

Event Details:
Date: October 1, 2025
Time: 8:00 - 9:00 pm IST (4:30 PM CEST / 10:30 AM EDT / 7:30 AM PDT)

To join this event, please send an email to [email protected] to receive an invite.

Let’s celebrate the journey, the impact, and the future we’re building together.

09/22/2025

Can Neuroscience make you a better Leader? Yes—and the science backs it.
Neuroscience shows us that self-awareness isn’t just a mindset—it’s brain science. By tapping into emotional intelligence, mindfulness, and introspection, leaders can rewire their brains for sharper decisions, deeper empathy, and lasting impact. Better brain, better leader.

This short clip gives you a sneak peek. The full Masterclass is now available to members of Divershefy’s Global Leader Membership, where we explore how understanding the brain’s wiring can transform leadership styles, boost emotional intelligence, and elevate decision-making. It’s not just theory—it’s actionable insight for real-world impact.

What’s inside the full Masterclass?
Deep insights from international thought leaders
Real-world frameworks for global leadership success
Interactive discussions and reflections to sharpen your edge

This Masterclass is part of the “Leadership Skills” Short Course, which offers a dynamic blend of perspectives and practical tools to help emerging and experienced leaders elevate their impact. The Leadership Skills Short Course includes:
Grow Your Self-Awareness to Lead – Kristina Natt och Dag, PhD. explores how self-awareness forms the foundation of authentic and effective leadership
5 Lessons of Leadership – Ilieva Ageenko, PhD shares timeless principles that help leaders build trust, drive results, and inspire teams
Better Leadership through 4 Rooms of Change – Elin Perttu introduces a powerful model for navigating personal and organizational change with clarity and empathy
Leaders of the Future – Gretta Antonescu discusses the evolving expectations of leadership and the skills needed to thrive in tomorrow’s workplace
Design Thinking Applications in Leadership – Nitisha Baalay demonstrates how creative problem-solving and user-centric thinking can enhance leadership impact

Subscribe today to the Global Leader Membership to unlock the full Masterclass experience and an incredible deal where you get 6 Short Courses included in the membership.

Each Short Course consists of 8 to 12 videos of about 30 minutes with MCQs and an optional online certificate.

Get a free sneak peek of the Short Course on Leadership Skills here. https://lnkd.in/gCx63xFt

Let’s build a future where leadership is both brain-smart and heart-led.

09/19/2025

Can Neuroscience make you a better Leader? Yes—and the science backs it.

Neuroscience shows us that self-awareness isn’t just a mindset—it’s brain science. By tapping into emotional intelligence, mindfulness, and introspection, leaders can rewire their brains for sharper decisions, deeper empathy, and lasting impact. Better brain, better leader.

This short clip gives you a sneak peek. The full Masterclass is now available to members of Divershefy’s Global Leader Membership, where we explore how understanding the brain’s wiring can transform leadership styles, boost emotional intelligence, and elevate decision-making. It’s not just theory—it’s actionable insight for real-world impact.

What’s inside the full Masterclass?

Deep insights from international thought leaders

Real-world frameworks for global leadership success

Interactive discussions and reflections to sharpen your edge

This Masterclass is part of the “Leadership Skills” Short Course, which offers a dynamic blend of perspectives and practical tools to help emerging and experienced leaders elevate their impact. The Leadership Skills Short Course includes:

Grow Your Self-Awareness to Lead – Tina Natt och Dag explores how self-awareness forms the foundation of authentic and effective leadership

5 Lessons of Leadership – Ilieva Ageenko shares timeless principles that help leaders build trust, drive results, and inspire teams

Better Leadership through 4 Rooms of Change – Elin Perttu introduces a powerful model for navigating personal and organizational change with clarity and empathy

Leaders of the Future – Gretta Antonescu discusses the evolving expectations of leadership and the skills needed to thrive in tomorrow’s workplace

Design Thinking Applications in Leadership – Nitisha Baalay demonstrates how creative problem-solving and user-centric thinking can enhance leadership impact

Subscribe today to the Global Leader Membership to unlock the full Masterclass experience and an incredible deal where you get 6 Short Courses included in the membership.

Each Short Course consists of 8 to 12 videos of about 30 minutes with MCQs and an optional online certificate.

Get a free sneak peek of the Short Course on Leadership Skills here. https://www.divershefy.com/offers/oS5r2H8X

Let’s build a future where leadership is both brain-smart and heart-led.

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09/18/2025

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Power vs. Likability: Must We Choose? Have you been called aggressive when you were assertive? Does stepping into your power mean sacrificing likability? Or is that a false trade-off?

In our recent Fireside chat with Kate Mason, PhD and Divershefy Founder Sylvia Smetana on August 29th, 2025, we explored this very tension—how leaders can command respect and build genuine connections without compromising either. This thought-provoking video challenges the notion that influence and warmth are at odds.
Key takeaway: True power isn’t about dominance. It’s about presence, clarity, and the ability to inspire trust.
As professionals, we don’t have to choose between being respected and being liked. The most impactful leaders are those who balance both - authenticity and authority.

Let’s rethink what it means to lead. Watch this short video to get a glimpse of the impactful session https://lnkd.in/gYSGdJkp. And don’t miss the bonus resource link at the end of this post.

Explore powerful topics like strategic influencing, intercultural leadership, and inclusive decision-making—while connecting with a global network of changemakers through the Divershefy Membership.

Why Join? Here’s What You’ll Gain
> Access to exclusive Leadership Masterclasses and live Fireside Chats
> Priority invitations to networking events and thought leadership forums
> Curated resources to support your professional growth and visibility
> A supportive space to amplify your voice and share your journey
> Job opportunities for Leaders
> NEW starting October 1st, 2025: 6 virtual Short Courses
Each Short Course consists of 8 to 12 videos of about 30 minutes with MCQs and an optional online certificate.
> Leadership Skills (October 2025)
> Understanding AI and AI Strategy (November 2025)
> Career Building (December 2025)
> Personal Branding (1. Q. 2026)
> Intercultural Leadership (2026)
Global Strategy (2026)
Each Short Course will also become available to purchase for $49 each. The Divershefy Membership includes all the above benefits with 6 short courses at a fantastic price of $199. What are you waiting for?

Save now and get all the benefits by signing up on our Membership Page https://lnkd.in/gFMxa_ng. Become part of a movement that’s reshaping leadership from the inside out. Join the Divershefy Ecosystem, where women support women to reach the top.

Bonus Resource: Dive into Kate’s Book
For deeper insights into the challenges and triumphs of women in leadership, check out Kate’s book “Powerfully Likable” —a must-read for anyone committed to driving equity and impact here - https://lnkd.in/gsjD2cKx

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09/10/2025

Behind every Global Leader is a journey of mentorship, inspiration, and breakthrough learning.

Behind the GLCP — world-class mentors, global speakers, and transformational milestones come together to shape tomorrow’s women leaders.

From C-level and Board Mentors guiding one-on-one journeys,
to global speakers, unlocking leadership insights through live Masterclasses,
to milestones of growth celebrated by our alumni community worldwide —
This is the ecosystem that fuels the Global Leader Certification Program (GLCP).

And the results? Women leaders stepping with confidence into global leadership roles, ready to create impact and thrive as leaders.

The next Cohort begins this December 2025 — a golden opportunity for your organization to invest in its future leaders.

Nominate (https://www.divershefy.com/GLCPnominations) by October 31st, 2025.
Early Bird discount of 40 % for those nominated and paid by October 1st 2025!
To get discount code and pricing outside the US please email [email protected].
Know more about the program here: https://www.divershefy.com/training-program

09/02/2025

The world is changing faster than ever, and the geopolitical landscape is shifting daily. Now is the time to equip your senior women leaders with the skills to navigate this new era.
The deadline to nominate your top talent for the highly-rated Global Leader Certification Program is October 31st, 2025. Don't wait—secure your company's future today.
Swipe through to see why investing in Global Leadership is no longer optional—it’s essential.
Why Global Leaders Now?
Because today’s geopolitical climate demands resilience, foresight, and agility at a global scale.
The Butterfly Effect:
They recognize the interconnectedness of global trade and understand the Butterfly Effect—how small actions can create powerful global ripples.
Innovation Hotspots:
Where will the next hub emerge? Should we already have a presence there? Which innovations can we integrate into our portfolio—and in which country?
Mastering Virtual Leadership:
They know how to keep teams inspired and aligned, across borders and time zones, without losing impact.
The Ethical Imperative:
Global leaders understand their responsibility, act with integrity, and ensure their organization’s social & environmental impact is positive.
Nominate Your Leaders now and save 40 % if nominated and paid before October 1st, 2025!

https://www.divershefy.com/offers/SNYhHQH8...
For pricing outside the US, please contact [email protected].
To nominate your senior women leaders (10–20 years of experience) for Divershefy & HYSEA’s Global Leader Certification Program from outside the US, please use this link.
www.divershefy.com/GLCPnominations
Deadline: October 31, 2025
Next Cohort Starts: December 2025
Find out more here - https://www.divershefy.com/training-program