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Our mission is to ignite cultures in the corporate and scale up world to enable diversity and gender equality to be woven into the everyday fabric of leadership and business — where it’s not reserved for one day a year, but lived and led every day.
These monthly conversations are about moving beyond buzzwords, having honest dialogue, and creating real momentum around gender equality and diversity.
Whether you’re here as a leader, a colleague, or simply someone who cares, your presence matters. Because equality isn’t just a women’s issue — it’s a leadership issue, a business issue, a human issue. And change starts with conversations like this one.
Join us on the 8th of every month at 20:00 CET (+GMT 1) for an interactive think tank where bold ideas meet practical steps. This live event brings together change-makers, leaders, and curious minds.
If you believe change doesn’t happen once a year, but every hour of every day – this event is for you.
But what happens when the noise dies down? Because real progress isn’t made on a single day.
It’s made in the quiet, consistent choices:
👂 how we listen
💬 how we speak up
🤝 how we lead — every day, in every room
< 5%
of Fortune 500
33%
less paid
Globally, women earn about 77 cents for every dollar earned by men
130
years behind
At the current rate, it will take over 130 years to achieve full gender parity
Discover the trailblazing leaders and experts who have already stepped into Real Talk, Real Change. Hear their unfiltered insights, real-world stories, and bold perspectives — and find out how to access past recordings so you don’t miss a moment of the movement.
Real change doesn’t happen in boardroom statements or glossy reports — it starts with brave, messy, honest conversations. That’s why we created Real Talk, Real Change: a space where leaders, subject matter experts, and conscious professionals come together to share not just theories, but real experiences from business life. These are voices from the inside — leaders who have navigated the complexities of culture, inclusion, and leadership first-hand. No empty slogans. No performative pledges. Just powerful insights, unfiltered stories, and the courage to challenge the status quo — live. Join us if you’re ready to move beyond talk and drive true impact where it matters most.
Curious who’s already joined the conversation? Scroll down to explore our past speakers — bold leaders, strategists, and trailblazers who have shared unfiltered insights from the frontlines of business and culture. Missed a live session? No problem. You can discover each guest’s story and find out how to access the recordings below. Let their experiences inspire you to think deeper, lead braver, and act with intention.
In Real Talk, Real Change, we go beyond the glossy statements and performative posts. We ask the uncomfortable questions, unpack the unspoken dynamics, and challenge leaders to think — and act — differently. Whether you’re a seasoned executive, a rising leader, or someone passionate about inclusion, these live conversations are for you. Join us on Instagram and be part of a community that’s ready to create real impact — not just headlines.
🔍 Why self-leadership is the foundation of lasting cultural change
🌱 How small, consistent actions create real shifts in workplaces and systems
🧠 The challenge of reconciling personal identity with leadership roles — especially for women
🗣 The discomfort around celebrating Women’s Day and how to turn that tension into thoughtful action
On 8 August, we will welcome Natalies as our next guest for Real Talk, Real Change.
Senior Multicultural Copywriter | DJ | Mentor | Cultural Storyteller
Joining us live from Oakland, California
Born to immigrant parents with roots in Colombia and Palestine, Natalie Leal brings a richly layered perspective to the conversation on equity and representation. Her multicultural lens isn’t just personal — it’s deeply professional.
As a Senior Multicultural Copywriter in the streaming audio space, Natalie is on a mission to challenge tired tropes and reframe how diverse audiences are portrayed in media. She crafts narratives that reflect the full humanity, nuance, and everyday realities of those too often simplified or sidelined.
Her drive? To honour the depth and diversity of the audiences that fall under the “multicultural” umbrella — through every effort, every word.
She’s not just shaping copy. She’s shifting culture.
Beyond the page, Natalie brings her full-spectrum energy to everything she does — from mentoring bilingual students to gig as DJ , dancing freely, and grounding herself with her beloved dog by her side.
As she powerfully puts it:
– We [Latinos] are full humans — we don’t just exist for these celebrations or big moments. We exist every day and we occupy a range of spaces, workplaces and lifestyles.
On 8 July, Fredrika Erlandsson joined our 3rd Equity Edit of Real Talk, Real Change.
Founder of VOCA Mentorship and a transformative force in retail, e-commerce, and consumer goods, Fredrika has spent over 25 years scaling global brands, transforming company cultures, and leading large teams through both steady growth and turbulent change. She knows that true change isn’t about ticking boxes — it’s about creating real alignment at every level.
As she powerfully states, “Inclusion isn’t a side project – it’s a business strategy. Diverse teams don’t just feel better, they perform better.”
Fredrika doesn’t just discuss strategy — she lives it. As the founder of VOCA, a mentoring platform for senior leaders, and soon-to-be author of The Power of Alignment – Strategy Made Simple, she is on a mission to turn big visions into bold, actionable results.
Together, we will explore what it really takes to build inclusive strategies, create cultures of alignment, and lead teams that truly thrive. Expect unfiltered insights, practical takeaways, and perspectives that move beyond the performative and into real, lasting impact.
On 8 June, we welcomed Harriet Bodö as our guest for the second edition of Real Talk, Real Change.
An Executive Coach, leadership strategist, and Advisory Board member, Harriet works with senior leaders and teams to drive transformation at the critical intersection of people, performance, and purpose. With an impressive international background in iGaming and an ICF Associate Certified Coach credential, she brings a powerful mix of strategic clarity and deep human insight.
Harriet joined us to share her experiences guiding leaders through agile transformation, hybrid work challenges, and high-stakes cultural shifts — always with a focus on building psychological safety, real inclusion, and lasting impact. Known for her direct communication style and clear vision, she empowers organisations to lead with confidence, adapt with agility, and create environments where innovation and well-being can thrive together.
Fluent in Swedish, Finnish, and English, Harriet’s Nordic edge combined with her global perspective sparked a lively and eye-opening discussion. We explored what it truly takes to lead through change, champion gender equity beyond lip service, and build cultures that move beyond performative gestures.
This session continued our commitment to raw, unfiltered dialogue — with leaders who don’t just talk about change but live it every day.
On 8 April, we launched the Real Talk, Real Change series globally with our premiere guest: Sherry Double (IG: @thecomebackwarrior).
A true powerhouse in FinTech and Real Estate, Sherry has redefined what it means to rise from the ashes and lead with unstoppable courage. Her mission is to help high-performing women become forces of innovation in their own lives — because, as she says, “When women rise, they don’t just recover – they reinvent the world.”
Sherry joined us live from Dubai to share her extraordinary journey: from launching her own brokerage and co-founding a disruptive FinTech startup to surviving a life-threatening medical crisis that completely transformed her identity. Her rebirth inspired the creation of her Fireproof Framework™ and Phoenix Protocol™, designed to help women turn adversity into authority.
We connected through the Start Over Movement and as co-authors of the Start Over – Turn Any Loss into a Sensational Comeback book series. Our shared mission? Turning adversity into agency and stories into strategies for real change.
Together, we explored intuitive leadership, reinvention, and what equity looks like beyond the hashtags — in business and in life.
This premiere set the tone for the series: no fluff, no filters — just honest, powerful conversations with leaders who truly walk the talk.
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