Over the years, we have continued to see progress at a snail’s pace when it comes to women moving into leadership positions throughout the spectrums of the business world. But that tide starting to pick up some traction.

Tucked along a busy Midtown Sacramento street, a hidden gem is emerging, promising a vibrant, creative safe space for community building, connection and creative expression to thrive.

Founded 86 years ago with a mission of providing protection, superior service, and education, Bender Insurance Solutions remains a unique employee-owned, family-led commercial insurance and surety brokerage in the Sacramento region. In addition, the company is currently led by all women.  

Bank of Marin knows that establishing strong and lasting relationships with a wide-ranging group of clients starts with understanding each person and their unique business. It’s why it has built a team in Greater Sacramento that represents this diverse market at every level – whether it’s gender, culture, or socio-economic.

Randle Communications is a full-service public relations and public affairs firm with a full suite of in-house creative services. No challenge is too big and no detail is too small.

“Paul’s Place has been a project close to my heart for many years and now it’s fulfilling its entire potential,” says architect Maria Ogrydziak of the innovative fourstory building she designed to take people needing a home on a journey to stability.

For over eight decades, the California Employers Association (CEA) has been supporting businesses of all sizes and industries with HR solutions, training and professional development services.

“I love what I do,” says Kirsten Hansen. “Nursing enables me to use my critical thinking skills while caring for people at the most core level and critical times.”