HR leaders: learn practical strategies for women in leadership career advancement, retaining women leaders during organizational change, and addressing gender bias in the workplace. Watch the on-demand webinar.
The workplace has shifted, and women are feeling it. DEI resources are shrinking, the job market has tightened, and perception bias at the senior level remains stubbornly persistent. For HR leaders, knowing the challenges exist isn’t enough. The harder question is what to actually do about it.
In this on-demand webinar, an executive coach, a career transition consultant, and an internal people leader come together to share what they’re seeing firsthand across coaching engagements, career transition work, and day-to-day team leadership; and what HR leaders can do right now to better support the women in their organizations.
When we asked attendees their biggest challenge supporting women leaders, here’s what they said:
- 35% — Addressing bias and perception barriers at the leadership level
- 22% — Retaining and advancing women through uncertainty and change
- 17% — Developing the next generation of women leaders
- 17% — DEI program cutbacks limiting resources and support
What You’ll Learn
How to support women leaders at work Coaching, consistency, and psychological safety aren’t soft extras — they’re the foundation. Our panelists share what it actually looks like to create environments where women can take risks, advocate for themselves, and grow – from the perspective of those coaching individuals, managing teams, and guiding people through career transitions.
Women in leadership career advancement Women still have to actively signal ambition in ways their male counterparts don’t. From organizational savvy to executive presence to proactive self-advocacy, our panel breaks down the skills that move women forward, and how HR leaders can help develop them.
Retaining women leaders during organizational change Career disruption doesn’t just create a job search problem, it creates a confidence and identity crisis that often goes unaddressed. Women frequently absorb invisible emotional labor for their teams while navigating their own uncertainty. Learn how to recognize that burden and support women through the internal transition, not just the external one.
Addressing gender bias in the workplace Perception bias remains one of the most persistent barriers to women reaching the C-suite. Women are still having to convince organizations of their ambition in ways men aren’t. Our panel shares real examples and concrete steps HR leaders can take to recognize and counter it within their organizations.
Supporting women facing compounded barriers Women of color, women over 60, and women carrying caregiving responsibilities face layered challenges that require tailored support, including access to mentorship, sponsorship, and stretch opportunities.
Meet the Panelists
Brenda Stanton — Senior Vice President, Keystone Partners by Careerminds (Moderator)
Kathryn Mayer — Executive Coach, Keystone Partners by Careerminds | Author, The Productive Perfectionist and Collaborative Competition: A Woman’s Guide to Succeeding by Competing
Anne Stamer — Senior Career Coach, Career Transition Team, Keystone Partners by Careerminds
Stephanie Koprince — Engagement Team Lead & DEI Committee Chair, Keystone Partners by Careerminds
Additional Resources
- Career Pivots and Leadership Skills in Times of Organizational Change
- 6 Reasons Women Leaders Are Redefining Leadership in 2026
