Advertising Quote by Laurel J. Richie
“Early on in my career, when I was working at an advertising agency, I went to a very senior-level meeting and I distinctly remember the inside of the boardroom: every single seat was occupied by a man. In that moment, I made a private promise to myself that I would do everything in my power to bring more diversity to these rooms where leaders gathered and decisions were made. As my career unfolded and I worked on a wide range of clients and gained experience across lots of different industries, the businesses I enjoyed the most where those that focused on women.”
About This Quote
Source Speech: 2015, Women in Leadership Conference
Seeing a male‑only boardroom sparked a commitment to increase gender diversity in leadership spaces.
In simple terms: Commit to diversifying leadership.
Key Takeaway
Act to bring more women into decision‑making roles.
Themes
gender equality
leadership
diversity
advocacy
Mood
determined
hopeful
Type
inspirational
call‑to‑action
When to use this quote
- corporate boardrooms
- hiring panels
- project teams
- industry conferences
Key Concepts
inclusion
empowerment
systemic change
Questions to Reflect On
- What steps can you take to mentor women?
- How can organizations measure progress toward diversity?
A Different Perspective
Changing entrenched cultures takes time and resistance.
