Oct 26Closing the healthcare gap at the annual Pink Ribbon Girls’ “Ignite The Fight” GalaCEO Cheryl Contee shares her personal connection to the fight against cancer in her touching keynote address. At The Impact Seat Foundation, we’re passionate about funding equitable access to healthcare for all women, especially for women of color. When Black women are 42% more likely to die from breast cancer…Breast Cancer Awareness2 min readBreast Cancer Awareness2 min read
Sep 28Supporting the next generation of women-led innovationThe Impact Seat Foundation Sponsors the 2022 Women’s Venture Summit Hosted by Stella Women entrepreneurs are severely underfunded — to date, they’ve received less than 4% of all venture capital dollars. When 50% of the human populace only receives 4% of all funding, the world misses out on valuable, life-changing…Wvs 20223 min readWvs 20223 min read
Sep 21CEO Cheryl Contee on the Importance of Progressive Leadership in 2022 & BeyondAs we approach the 2022 elections, we’re reminded how imperative diverse and progressive leadership is to our democracy and our economy. Progressives are the key players our country needs to ensure equity and equal opportunity for marginalized groups, and access to healthcare for women across the US. A key part…Netroots Nation3 min readNetroots Nation3 min read
Sep 2What is the ANCHOR Method? ‘R’ is for Refresh and ReturnThroughout my career, many have asked me, “What’s the most important thing you’ve learned as an investor?” My answer is always the same: The value of a diverse board of directors. In my book Build Your Board, Build Your Business, I teach the ANCHOR method as a resource to develop…Investing2 min readInvesting2 min read
Aug 30A New Approach: Full Stack Philanthropy Aligned at Every LevelAt The Impact Seat Foundation, our mission is to create a world in which women, and particularly women of color, can succeed as business leaders. …Philanthropy2 min readPhilanthropy2 min read
Aug 30“Founding to Exit” with Cheryl Contee: Watch the Full Inside “VC” PanelThis June, we had the honor of joining Goodlight Capital’s “Inside Venture Capital Summit”, where 500+ VC professionals from all over the globe tuned in virtually to learn more about best practices, sustainability, DEI, future of work and more! During the Summit, our CEO Cheryl Contee explored the tough reality…Female Founders3 min readFemale Founders3 min read
Aug 30Celebrating 50 Years of Title IX and Women’s Equity with the 19th News SummitThe conversation around hard-won achievements that have opened doors and created more equitable opportunities for women in American society has never been more urgent. Thus, The Impact Seat Foundation is proud to have sponsored this year’s 19th News Hybrid Summit: 50 Years of Title IX. This summit covered a range…19th News2 min read19th News2 min read
Aug 30Helping Female Founders Find Success on the Startup Life LIVE Show with Ande LyonsOur CEO Cheryl Contee had the pleasure of sitting down recently with 4x founder and startup champion Ande Lyons, host of the popular Startup Life LIVE show. …Startup Life2 min readStartup Life2 min read
Aug 30What is the ANCHOR Method? ‘O’ is for OrganizeThroughout my professional life as an investor in startups, I’ve seen the incredible value of an effective board of directors. A strong board will truly bring your business to new levels, especially when it is composed of a diverse group of people from varying backgrounds, industries and perspectives. In my…Organizing2 min readOrganizing2 min read
Aug 30What is the ANCHOR Method? ‘H’ is for Honor (Your Legal Duties)A diverse team brings a range of perspectives, experiences, knowledge and relationship capital to your business. I’ve learned first-hand over my many years of analyzing and investing how an effective board of directors can bring a business to new heights. In my book, Build Your Board, Build Your Business, I…Business Law2 min readBusiness Law2 min read
