Membership – EXCEPTIONAL WOMEN IN LEADERSHIP

Membership is not simply something you join.

It is a community you contribute to.

Membership is intentionally curated to create a community distinguished not only by the accomplishments of its members—but by their character, perspective, generosity, and impact.

THE EXCEPTIONAL WOMAN

Exceptional Women in Leadership is a private membership community for accomplished women who value meaningful relationships, continued growth, trusted connection, and the opportunity to elevate others Our members may be CEOs, founders, presidents, executives, entrepreneurs, partners, physicians, attorneys, financial leaders, nonprofit executives, civic leaders, established professionals, and influential leaders across our communities.

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:

“Who can I help?”

Members of Exceptional Women in Leadership are expected to be as interested in the opportunities they can create as the opportunities they may discover.

That spirit of generosity is fundamental to who we are.

Membership carries a shared commitment

THE EXCEPTIONAL STANDARD

Exceptional isn’t a title. It’s how we show up.

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.

MEMBERSHIP SELECTION

By Invitation & Application

We believe extraordinary communities are created when accomplished people arrive asking a different question.

A title alone does not guarantee membership

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

Membership is not simply something you join.

Choose a membership experience designed to support your journey, expand your network, and create meaningful opportunities.

Founding Member

$495

limited to the first 15 members.

Signature Member

$795

The primary ongoing membership.

Executive Circle

$1,495 $416/month

A limited, application-based experience for senior leaders.

YOUR INVITATION TO BE CONSIDERED

Perhaps you already know you belong in this room

Perhaps someone believes you should be in it.

Or perhaps you have reached a point in your leadership journey where the caliber of women surrounding you matters more than ever. We invite you to introduce yourself.

*Membership is limited and subject to selection.