In a city renowned for its dynamic sports and entertainment industry, the Atlanta Hawks have taken a bold step towards fostering gender equity and empowering women in the workplace with the launch of the She LEADS program. This innovative initiative, now in its inaugural year, has been a beacon of support and growth for early-career women across Atlanta.
Inspired by the glaring gender disparities observed in corporate America, the She LEADS program was born out of a collective desire to be part of the solution. “When you think about the business world, women are not at levels where men tend to be,” said Camye Mackey, EVP and Chief People And Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion Officer at the Atlanta Hawks. “We wanted to focus on early-career women who are still excited about their careers, open to learning, developing, changing, and just really needed that wrap-around support system.”
Partnering with community leaders and experienced mid to senior level career women, the She LEADS program embarked on a mission to provide tailored support and development opportunities to over 50 early-career women in Atlanta. Each participant was paired with a mentor who aligned with their desired career pathway, ensuring personalized guidance and support throughout their journey.
Although this was the program’s first year, the impact has already been profound. “The direct impact is these women are ready,” said Mackey. “They have found the brilliance within themselves and are ready to go out and speak up, let their voices be heard.”
The She LEADS graduation event, which took place prior to the Hawks game at State Farm Arena, was a culmination of empowerment and celebration. The graduation featured individual headshots, a “What Now” workshop, a thought-provoking panel discussion titled “Navigating the Path to Leadership: Wisdom and Tactics from Trailblazing Women” and a keynote address from Atlanta Ronald McDonald House Charities…
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