How Girls With Impact Helps Foster Young Female Entrepreneurship

The video discusses the impact of diversity on the bottom line, focusing on female leadership and entrepreneurship. Jennifer Openshaw, CEO of Girls With Impact, shares insights from a study showing women's success in business, despite being underrepresented. The Girls With Impact program equips young women with skills through a mini-MBA, preparing them for leadership roles. The video also highlights challenges women face in the for-profit sector and introduces the concept of STEME, emphasizing entrepreneurship alongside STEM education.

What percentage of first-place CEOs in college venture competitions are women?

• 22%

• 32%

• 51%

• 45%

What unique skills do women bring to the workforce according to the discussion?

• Financial acumen

• Technical skills

• Collaboration and research

• Marketing expertise

What is the primary goal of the Girls With Impact program?

• To promote sports among women

• To teach coding skills

• To offer a mini-MBA and prepare women for leadership

• To provide financial aid

Why are women more visible in nonprofit leadership roles?

• Nonprofits offer better salaries

• They lack skills for the for-profit sector

• They prefer nonprofit work

• They have more opportunities in nonprofits

What does the 'E' in STEME stand for?

• Engineering

• Economics

• Entrepreneurship

• Education