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  • Wallace Gundy
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    Wallace Gundy on Transformation and Resilience

    When Wallace Gundy reflects on her MBA journey at the University of Rochester’s Simon Business School, one word comes to mind: transformational. From the moment she was named a Forté Fellow, Wallace knew she was part of something bigger than herself — a community of ambitious, mission-driven women determined to lead with confidence and purpose. […]

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  • Gouri LeDonne on Purposeful Leadership and Paying It Forward
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    Gouri LeDonne on Purposeful Leadership and Paying It Forward

    Gouri LeDonne’s journey as a leader is rooted in purpose, community, and a deep belief in the power of women to transform the world around them. As one of the first recipients of the Edie Hunt Award, a longtime supporter of Forté, and a mentor to many, Gouri exemplifies what it means to lead with […]

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  • A Guide for Giving Tuesday
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    A Guide for Giving Tuesday (Without Losing Your Sanity or Your Wallet)

    This piece draws on insights generously shared by Asha Aravindakshan of GlobalGiving, Lydia Gosselin, CFP, and Michelle Ormsby of Teach For America Detroit during their recent webinar, which emphasized that giving is not only impactful but also strategic. Let’s be honest. Giving Tuesday can feel like a full-contact sport. Your inbox is overflowing, your favorite […]

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  • Champions for Change Tricia Oscolin
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    Tricia Osolin on Creativity, Confidence, and Leading with Integrity

    When Tricia Osolin, University of Chicago (Booth School of Business) ‘14, made the leap from Hollywood creative campaigns to business school, she wasn’t just changing industries — she was challenging expectations. “Going back to school for an MBA was not the norm,” she recalls. “Most people at my agency asked, ‘Why would you want to […]

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  • Champions for Change Diti Bhasin
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    Diti Bhasin on Belonging, Boldness, and Building the Future of Leadership

    When Diti Bhasin stepped into her MBA journey, she wasn’t just seeking a credential — she was searching for community, clarity, and a way to lead with purpose. Today, as Principal and Chief Strategy Officer at Flexability, she’s doing just that: shaping inclusive workplaces and championing equity from the inside out. But her journey began […]

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