She Speaks CEO

What She Speaks CEO does

She Speaks CEO is a privately held, U.S.-based women's leadership organization and networking platform that serves female founders, corporate executives (C-suite and senior leaders), and rising professionals preparing for executive roles. Founded by Priscilla Nakane and operating as a bootstrapped entity with 1-10 employees, the company is built around an integrated ecosystem comprising three subscription membership tiers (Standard at $39/month, Annual at $299/year, Platinum C-Track at $499/year), an annual multi-day National Women in Leadership Conference (Denver 2026), a quarterly She Speaks CEO Magazine in print and digital, an anthology book series featuring women CEOs, and a recurring slate of regional and signature events tied to major industry weeks (CES Las Vegas, HumanX San Francisco, Festival Week Austin). Revenue is diversified across subscription memberships, one-time conference ticket sales, corporate sponsorships and exhibitor fees (including an Executive Leadership Partnership tier at $25K+ with 20+ attendees), magazine advertising, donations, and anthology co-authoring, with distribution handled through self-serve digital sign-up for individuals and direct enterprise sales for corporate group and sponsorship partnerships.

Name

She Speaks CEO

Legal name

She Speaks CEO Women in Leadership Org

Website

https://shespeaksceo.com

Company type

Private

Founded year

2022

Operating status

Operating

Headcount range

1–10 employees

Short description

She Speaks CEO is a U.S. women's leadership organization and networking platform serving female founders, C-suite executives, and rising leaders through subscription memberships, an annual national conference, a quarterly magazine, regional events, and corporate sponsorships.

Ownership category

akta.pro rank

Product category

Professional Networking and Women's Leadership Development

NAICS

Convention and Trade Show Organizers (56192), Newspaper, Periodical, Book, and Directory Publishers (5131), Advertising, Public Relations, and Related Services (5418)

SIC

Services-Membership Organizations (8600), Services-Management Services (8741), Periodicals: Publishing Or Publishing & Printing (2721), Books: Publishing Or Publishing & Printing (2731)

akta.pro primary industry

Executive Leadership & C-Suite Development (EDABAAAA)

akta.pro secondary industries

Corporate & Leadership Development (BPACANAA), Organizational Culture & Values-Based Leadership (EDABAAAE), Executive Leadership Summits (C-Suite, Board, Strategy Offsites) (THAHAMAA), Executive & Leadership Reputation Management (MPAAAOAE)

Keywords

• Women leadership development
• Professional networking events
• Executive membership community
• Women leadership conference
• Quarterly executive magazine

Headquarters

HQ city

Los Angeles

HQ country

United States

HQ region

North America

Markets served

GTM type

B2C

Offering type

Services

Cost components

Personnel, Marketing or Sales, Operations, Technology or R&D, Others

Revenue model

1. Membership Subscriptions: Three-tiered membership program: Standard Membership at $39/month, Annual Membership at $299/year, and Platinum C-Track Membership at $499/year. Membership provides access to private community, networking roundtables, mentorship programs, conferences at discounted rates, webinars, and She Speaks CEO Magazine.
2. Conference Tickets and Curated Access: Revenue generated from ticket sales to the annual National Women in Leadership Conference (held in Denver, CO) through two tracks: C-Track VIP (executive access) and Ascend Track (standard full conference access). Also includes curated access program with limited seats.
3. Sponsorships and Exhibitor Fees: Corporate group partnerships, sponsorship packages, and exhibitor fees at the annual conference and at-event activations. Partnership tiers include Leadership Group Partner (10+ attendees), Executive Leadership Partnership ($25K+ sponsorship with 20+ attendees), and optional enhancements.
4. Magazine Advertising: She Speaks CEO Magazine is published quarterly in print and digital formats. Revenue is generated through advertising placements reaching Fortune 500 executives, She Speaks CEO members, and strategic partners.
5. Donations and Sponsorships: The organization accepts online donations at $10, $50, $100, and $200 levels with options for one-time or monthly recurring contributions to support the mission of empowering women in leadership.
6. Anthology Book Co-Authoring: She Speaks CEO produces an anthology book series featuring powerhouse women CEOs, founders, and leaders. Revenue or contribution model related to co-author applications and feature placements.

Pricing tiers

Go-to-market motion1 record

Distribution channels5 records

Marketing channels9 records

Core offering

She Speaks CEO sells a women's leadership development ecosystem centered on an annual multi-day National Women in Leadership Conference, a quarterly She Speaks CEO Magazine, a tiered paid membership community, and an anthology book series. The company also generates revenue through corporate sponsorships, partnership packages, magazine advertising, and online donations to support women in leadership programming.

Product overview

She Speaks CEO is a national women's leadership ecosystem comprising four core offerings: an annual Women in Leadership Conference (multi-day event in Denver), a quarterly Magazine (print and digital publication), a Membership program (with Standard, Annual, and Platinum C-Track tiers), and an Anthology Book series. Additional programming includes signature events during major industry weeks (CES, HumanX Week, Festival Week), regional Women of Impact Brunches, and corporate partnership programs. The ecosystem is designed to provide leadership development, visibility, mentorship, and networking for women executives, founders, and rising leaders.

Differentiator

Problem solved

Functional benefit

Products and services

• She Speaks CEO Membership Subscription-based membership program for women leaders offering access to a private community, quarterly networking roundtables, mentorship programs, partner perks, and a digital badge across three tiers: Standard ($39/month), Annual ($299/year), and Platinum C-Track ($499/year with VIP experiences and C-suite programming).
• She Speaks CEO National Women in Leadership Conference Annual multi-day flagship conference for women executives, founders, and rising leaders featuring keynotes, workshops, executive roundtables, and networking, held in Denver, CO with two differentiated tracks: C-Track VIP for executives and Ascend Track for the broader attendee base.
• She Speaks CEO Magazine Quarterly magazine published in print and digital formats featuring executive insights, thought leadership, and curated stories for members, Fortune 500 executives, strategic partners, and select subscribers; advertising placements available.
• She Speaks CEO Anthology Book Anthology book series showcasing the journeys, strategies, and leadership stories of women CEOs, founders, and leaders, sold to readers and used as a thought leadership and community engagement vehicle.
• She Speaks CEO Women in Tech & Leadership Reception (CES) Annual signature event held during CES Week in Las Vegas hosting women in tech and leadership for curated networking, panel discussions, and community building; 2026 edition attracted over 300 RSVPs.
• Women in Tech & AI Leadership Lounge (HumanX Week) Invite-only intimate gathering during HumanX Week for women founders, executives, operators, and investors in tech and AI, held at Press Club in San Francisco near Moscone Center.
• Women of Impact Brunch Elegant brunch event honoring trailblazing women leaders with awards and recognition, sold out in Las Vegas on June 28, 2025 with honorees spanning government, sports, healthcare, and hospitality.
• "She's In The Lead" Panel + Mixer Women in Leadership Panel + Mixer presented by F1 Arcade during Festival Week ATX 2025 in Austin, Texas, drawing over 200 high-achieving women and 1,200+ additional interested registrants.
• Corporate Group Partnership Program Partnership program for organizations to empower women leaders through group conference attendance, speaking opportunities, and high-visibility sponsorship packages at the Women in Leadership Conference, including Leadership Group Partner (10+ attendees) and Executive Leadership Partnership (20+ attendees, $25K+ sponsorship) tiers.

Quantifiable outcome

• Over 200 women leaders attended the 'She's In the Lead' event in Austin, with an additional 1,200+ women registering interest
• +2 more outcomes

Named customers4 records

Segments5 records

Ideal customer profiles2 records

Technology focussed No

API detail

Has API

No

API docs

API detail

Core technology

AI maturity

App detail

AI capability1 record

Partnerships

17 partnerships are on record, tiered core and minor.

• Visit DenvercoreGTM or Marketing Partner · 1 January 2026Visit Denver served as the official sponsor and hospitality partner for the 2026 National Women in Leadership Conference in Denver, CO. Provided morning coffee sponsorship and collaborated on hotel room block arrangements at the Sheraton Denver Downtown.
• The V AgencycoreGTM or Marketing Partner · 28 June 2025The V Agency produced the Women of Impact Business Leadership Brunch in Las Vegas (June 28, 2025) in partnership with She Speaks CEO. The V Agency is described as a women's leadership platform that co-produced the event.
• F1 Arcade USAcoreGTM or Marketing Partner · 1 January 2025F1 Arcade USA served as the presenting sponsor for the 'She's In the Lead' Women in Leadership Panel + Mixer at Festival Week ATX 2025 and as venue host for the CES 2026 Women in Tech + Leadership Reception at F1 Arcade Las Vegas (The Forum Shops at Caesars Palace). F1 Arcade also sponsored the Las Vegas Women of Impact Brunch 2025. The partnership aligns F1 Arcade's brand expansion with She Speaks CEO's women executive audience.
• MarblismminorGTM or Marketing PartnerMarblism is listed as a content sponsor for the She Speaks CEO 2026 conference and provided design/marketing support. The partnership includes AI and future-of-work content collaboration.
• Selfpublishing.comminorGTM or Marketing PartnerSelfpublishing.com is listed as a trusted partner and content sponsor. Powered the 'Building Leadership Authority' session at the 2026 conference. Provides book publishing resources to the She Speaks CEO community.
• Second Chance GlobalminorGTM or Marketing PartnerSecond Chance Global is listed as a Social Impact Partner and trusted partner. Featured in the Social Impact Partner Highlight at the 2026 conference opening. Ashley Petress, Co-Founder of Second Chance Global, participated as a speaker.
• Sheraton Denver DowntowncoreOthersSheraton Denver Downtown served as the official venue for the 2026 National Women in Leadership Conference (May 15-17, 2026), offering special conference rates starting at $242 per night for attendees.
• Press Club (San Francisco)minorOthersPress Club, located in the Four Seasons Hotel San Francisco near Moscone Center, served as the venue for the Women in Tech & AI Leadership Lounge during HumanX Week 2026 (April 7, 2026).
• WonderbellyminorGTM or Marketing PartnerWonderbelly served as a product sponsor at the F1 Arcade x She Speaks CEO ATX event. Listed as a product sponsor in the She Speaks CEO partner ecosystem.
• St. Cecilia SodaminorGTM or Marketing PartnerSt. Cecilia Soda served as a product sponsor at the F1 Arcade x She Speaks CEO ATX event and as a content sponsor for the CES 2026 Women in Tech + Leadership Reception.
• Cintron WorldminorGTM or Marketing PartnerCintron World is the Official Hydration Partner of the She Speaks CEO Conference 2026. Featured in elevated hydration programming at the Denver conference.
• BTA (Business Travel Accommodations)minorOthersBTA is listed as a trusted partner of She Speaks CEO, providing business travel and accommodations services for conference attendees.
• TVA (The Vision Agency)minorGTM or Marketing PartnerTVA is listed as a trusted partner of She Speaks CEO and featured in the partner ecosystem for the 2026 conference.
• Rebel StyleminorGTM or Marketing PartnerRebel Style is listed as a trusted partner and brand partner of She Speaks CEO. Tammy Hickey of Rebel Style spoke at the 2026 conference.
• The Sparklings Las VegasminorOthersThe Sparklings Las Vegas served as the venue for the sold-out Women of Impact Business Leadership Brunch on June 28, 2025. Described as a luxe, modern event space.
• OpenClassroomminorGTM or Marketing PartnerOpenClassroom served as a community event sponsor at She Speaks CES 2025, providing information on apprenticeships and training resources for attendees.
• Eisner AmperminorGTM or Marketing PartnerEisner Amper is listed as a trusted partner and featured advertiser in the She Speaks CEO ecosystem, providing accounting and business advisory services.

Scale indicators5 records

Recent moves7 records

Expansion highlights5 records

Direct peers

• Watermark: Watermark is a women's leadership organization hosting conferences, events, and member programming for executive women. It competes directly with She Speaks CEO's National Women in Leadership Conference and membership offerings, particularly in the U.S. market.
• Ellevate Network: Ellevate Network is a global professional women's network with a large member base, virtual and in-person events, and corporate partnerships. It competes with She Speaks CEO for individual members, event attendance, and enterprise sponsorship across the women's leadership category.
• Chief: Chief is a private membership network for women executives (VP and C-suite) offering curated peer groups, events, and leadership programming. It directly competes with She Speaks CEO's C-Track VIP membership and conference for the same high-seniority women executive audience and corporate sponsorship dollars.

Broad incumbents

• Forte Foundation: Forte Foundation is a nonprofit focused on launching women into leadership roles through education, networking, and corporate programs. It overlaps with She Speaks CEO's leadership development and corporate partnership offerings, though Forte is more concentrated on business school and early-career pipelines.
• Lean In: Lean In is a large, well-funded nonprofit organization offering women's leadership circles, education, and corporate programming. It is a broader incumbent in the women's leadership development space and competes with She Speaks CEO for corporate partner mindshare and member engagement.
• Catalyst: Catalyst is a global nonprofit research and advisory organization advancing women in leadership through corporate consulting, research reports, and events. It is a broad incumbent that competes for enterprise women's leadership programming budgets and executive audience attention.
• Seramount (formerly Working Mother Media): Seramount is a corporate membership organization providing research, events, and advisory services on diversity, equity, and inclusion in the workplace. It overlaps with She Speaks CEO's corporate partnership offerings and competes for Fortune 500 sponsorship and partnership budgets.
• MAKERS: MAKERS is a women's leadership media and events platform producing large-scale conferences (MAKERS Conference) and editorial content. It overlaps with She Speaks CEO's conference and magazine offerings and competes for corporate sponsorship and executive speakers.

Emerging players

• The V Agency: The V Agency is a women's leadership platform that co-produced the 2025 Las Vegas Women of Impact Brunch with She Speaks CEO. It is an emerging peer in the women's executive events space with partial overlap in audience and programming approach.
• Women in Tech: Women in Tech is a global organization hosting events, awards, and community programs for women in technology. It overlaps with She Speaks CEO's CES and HumanX Week programming targeting women in tech and leadership roles.

Market position

Strengths4 records

Weaknesses4 records

Competitive moat4 records

Key risks6 records

Key highlights6 records

Customer concentration

• Facebookfacebook.com/profile.php
• LinkedInlinkedin.com/company/shespeaksceo
• Instagraminstagram.com/shespeaksceo_official
• TikToktiktok.com/shespeaksceo

Revenue estimate

Valuation estimate

Number of profiles

Profiles1 record

Funding overview

Funding rounds

Investors

Funding detail is available on the Subscription and Enterprise plan.Contact sales →

M&A

Investments

M&A and investment is available on the Subscription and Enterprise plan.Contact sales →

Frequently asked questions about She Speaks CEO