Membership is not simply something you join.
It is a community you contribute to.
THE EXCEPTIONAL WOMAN
- But accomplishment alone does not define her.
- She is intentional about her leadership.
We look for women who demonstrate:
Leadership
A meaningful record of leading people, organizations, businesses, initiatives, or communities.
Achievement
Demonstrated professional, entrepreneurial, organizational, or civic accomplishment.
Influence
The ability to shape ideas, create opportunity, bring people together, and positively influence others.
Character
Integrity, professionalism, discretion, respect, and generosity.
Contribution
A genuine willingness to participate, share perspective, and add value to the community.
Impact
Leadership that extends beyond individual success to benefit organizations, professions, people, and communities.
OUR MEMBERSHIP PHILOSOPHY
We believe extraordinary communities are created when accomplished people arrive asking a different question.
Not simply:
“Who can I meet?”
But:
Membership carries a shared commitment
THE EXCEPTIONAL STANDARD
Show Up
Presence matters. Exceptional communities are built through participation.
Be Generous
Share knowledge, relationships, experience, perspective, and opportunity.
Be Curious
Enter conversations prepared to learn—not simply to be known.
Be Real
Titles may get us into rooms. Authenticity allows us to build relationships once we're there.
Be Discreet
Trust is foundational. Conversations within the community are treated with respect and confidentiality.
Open Doors
When you have the ability to create an opportunity for another woman, do it.
Make the Room Better
Every member shares responsibility for the caliber and culture of our community.
By Invitation & Application
We believe extraordinary communities are created when accomplished people arrive asking a different question.
Membership is intentionally selective.
Women may enter the membership consideration process through
Private Invitation
Extended directly by Exceptional Women in Leadership.
Member Nomination
Current members may nominate women they believe exemplify the Exceptional standard.
Application
Qualified women may request consideration for membership.
Membership is not simply something you join.
Founding Member
$495
limited to the first 15 members.
- Member gatherings and leadership programs
- Private member community and directory
- Mentorship and peer connections
- Preferred event pricing
- Founding Member recognition
Signature Member
$795
The primary ongoing membership.
- All core membership benefits
- Quarterly leadership experiences
- Member-only networking events
- Business and professional connections
- Opportunities to mentor, speak, and contribute
Executive Circle
$1,495 $416/month
- Everything included in Signature Membership
- Exclusive executive roundtables
- Curated professional introductions
- Exclusive Intimate leadership dinners
- Priority registration and executive recognition