In today’s competitive landscape, personal branding has become a cornerstone...
At Ascent Club, we are more than a leadership platform — we are a movement. A movement to redefine the narrative of female leadership globally. Here, ambition meets opportunity, and talent is transformed into global influence.
At Ascent Club, we champion the narrative of robust female representation in C-level and board leadership roles. Our chief focus is to identify and amplify the presence of top female talent globally and prepare them to attract senior leadership roles while also seamlessly connecting them to board and C-level opportunities.
We are on a mission to close the gender gap in leadership by providing African female executives with the critical resources they need to build visibility, attract sponsorship, and secure board and C-suite roles globally.
We equip women to lead with authority and influence, using personal branding strategies that set them apart as thought leaders and industry pioneers.
To create a world where women, particularly from Africa, are equally represented in leadership, shaping global policies and influencing key decisions that impact industries and societies.
We aim to build a future where African women lead with confidence, backed by strong personal brands, and supported by powerful networks that drive gender equality and diversity.
Africa faces a critical challenge in building a robust pipeline of female leaders ready for C-suite and board roles.
Nearly half of women entering the workforce drop out before reaching senior leadership, and in Africa, female representation in middle management has declined annually since 2015.
At Ascent Club, we’re reversing this trend by empowering C-suite and board-ready women, especially African women, to overcome barriers like sponsorship gaps, limited networks, and visibility. Through advanced personal branding, leadership development, and strategic networking, we’re positioning women to secure global leadership roles and shape the future of African talent.
Empowering Women.
Shaping Futures.
Women in Corporate Africa work HARD, driving the success of startups, conglomerates, and listed companies. Yet, when it’s time to step into leadership, many hit a brick wall due to structural and cultural barriers.
At Ascent Club, we’re changing this narrative by equipping women with in-depth leadership training, mentorship from senior leaders, strategic relationship-building skills, and a supportive community of like-minded women.
By raising their visibility and creating a sustainable “ladder” for advancement, we’re breaking barriers and building a future of formidable female leadership in Africa and globally
Join our community of ambitious career women ready to amplify their impact and ascend to the heights of their careers. At Ascent Club, we fuel your aspirations and equip you to soar.
Benefits include:
Tailored Leadership Development: Personalized pathways to help you secure board roles, C-suite positions, and global speaking opportunities.
Personal Branding Mastery: Craft a leadership brand that commands the attention of global decision-makers.
Exclusive Networks: Access powerful allies and sponsors to accelerate your leadership journey.
Support Global Gender Equality: Join a movement empowering African women to lead at the highest levels and championing gender equality worldwide.
Your next level of leadership starts with Ascent Club!
Get access to our exclusive learning platform designed for Pre C-suite and board-ready women like you. This learning platform gives you a wealth of tailored resources, courses, and expert insights to sharpen your skills and knowledge and prepared you for the C-suite/Board
Gain privileged access to our job opportunity board, where we carefully curate C-suite job openings tailored to your aspirations. Additionally, receive recruitment coaching sessions to help you navigate the hiring process with confidence and finesse.
Enjoy special pricing on any of our paid activities or events. Whether it's workshops, conferences, or networking events, you get to be a part of these impactful experiences at a discounted rate, exclusively as a community member.
Receive a quarterly dispatch of premium resources curated just for you. Access a treasure trove of ebooks, guides, templates, and more, meticulously crafted to aid your growth and success as you navigate the c-suite and the board
Join a community of ambitious, driven female leaders who understand your journey. Collaborate, learn, and grow alongside women who are as committed to breaking barriers as you are. Together, you’ll build lasting relationships that amplify your influence and accelerate your success.
Gain access to a network of esteemed C-level leaders and board executives, offering invaluable insights and guidance. This exclusive mentorship connects you with accomplished professionals who can support and accelerate your journey to executive and board roles
Discover a safe space where ambitious women fuel their dreams and amplify their impact. Our community equips you with tools and connections to overcome challenges and claim leadership
Join our open access community of audacious career women seeking to amplify their impact and rise to the pinnacles of their careers. Here we fuel your aspirations and give wings to your ambitions.
Benefits:
Tailored Leadership Development: Our platform offers personalized learning and leadership pathways based on each member’s unique career goals, providing the tools needed to secure board positions, C-suite roles, and global speaking opportunities.
Personal Branding Mastery: We help women articulate their leadership vision and establish personal brands that attract the attention of international decision-makers..
Exclusive, High-Impact Networks : We connect members with powerful allies and sponsors, ensuring that they have the support needed to accelerate their leadership journey.
Support for Global Gender Equality: By joining Ascent Club, you become a part of a global movement advancing gender equality in leadership, particularly focusing on empowering African women to lead at the highest levels.
We help you articulate your unique leadership vision and build a powerful personal brand. Learn to communicate your value, stand out as a thought leader, and attract the attention of global decision-makers.
Benefits:
Access to Exclusive Learning Platform: Get access to our exclusive learning platform designed for Pre C-suite and board-ready women like you. This learning platform gives you a wealth of tailored resources, courses, and expert insights to sharpen your skills and knowledge and prepared you for the C-suite/Board
Curated C-Suite and Board Opportunities: Gain privileged access to our job opportunity board, where we carefully curate C-suite job openings tailored to your aspirations. Additionally, receive recruitment coaching sessions to help you navigate the hiring process with confidence and finesse.
Discounted Fees on Paid Activities/Events: Enjoy special pricing on any of our paid activities or events. Whether it’s workshops, conferences, or networking events, you get to be a part of these impactful experiences at a discounted rate, exclusively as a community member.
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