WOMEN EXECUTIVE LEADERSHIP, INC.
WESTON, FLORIDA

Founded in 1999 by Cindy Kushner, Women Executive Leadership, Inc. (WEL) is a Florida-based organization dedicated to advocating for, educating about, and connecting accomplished women across diverse business sectors. WEL's mission centers around bridging the gap between companies committed to gender diversity on boards and executive teams, and qualified female candidates prepared to fill these roles. The organization's membership features executive women from various industries in Florida, with a national reach facilitated through its partnership with the 20/20 Women on Boards campaign. WEL plays a pivotal role in expanding the pool of board candidates beyond traditional parameters by raising awareness about the importance of including qualified women in decision-makers’ consideration sets. This initiative aims to not just increase the number of women in leadership positions, but to ensure that highly capable female professionals are accessible for these roles. Cindy Kushner’s philosophy emphasizes selecting the right person for each role, thereby promoting a broader diversity of talent. Cindy Kushner has leveraged her experience as a Partner with Crowe Horwath LLP and extensive involvement with various governance and advisory boards to strengthen WEL's impact. The organization is headquartered in Weston, Broward County, Florida, and maintains its status through consistent annual reports and regulatory compliance activities, such as a recent reinstatement event on October 9, 2024. Women Executive Leadership, Inc.'s leadership includes Cindy Kushner and Stacy Burgess as key Directors. Further details about the organization are available at their website: [womenexecutiveleadership.com](http://www.womenexecutiveleadership.com).