Our episode this week revolves around the transformative power of women's entrepreneurship and the critical importance of amplifying women's voices in the business sphere. We are privileged to host Wendy Diamond, a distinguished entrepreneur and advocate for compassionate capitalism, who has dedicated her career to empowering women globally. She elucidates her journey of creating Women's Entrepreneurship Day, an initiative aimed at fostering economic empowerment and systemic change for women entrepreneurs.

Through her numerous ventures, Wendy highlights the significant impact that women-led enterprises can have on societal progress and economic development. This episode serves as a rallying call for listeners to engage with and support the movement towards gender equality in business, emphasizing the vital role of collaboration and community in achieving these goals.

Our Guest This Week:

In this week’s episode of #WisdomofWomen we have a 🌟 Trailblazing Visionary of Compassionate Capitalism 🌟 in our midst! She is a Legendary Firestarter for Women Worldwide!

Wendy Diamond is a serial entrepreneur, impact investor, and global changemaker whose ventures span business, philanthropy, and media. She is the founder of LDP Ventures and the visionary behind the Women’s Entrepreneurship Day Organization (WEDO), a movement celebrated in 144 countries and 65 universities to empower women in business worldwide. Wendy also pioneered the pet lifestyle industry as Chief Pet Officer of Animal Fair Media, Inc., where she built the first-ever media company devoted to animal rescue and the pet–human bond. As an author of 10 books, sought-after global speaker, and frequent media guest, she has amplified conversations around purpose-driven business, women’s leadership, and social good. Recognized by the United Nations, she continues to convene heads of state, investors, and women founders to drive systemic change through entrepreneurship.

Takeaways:

• Women's Entrepreneurship Day, established in 2013, aims to empower women globally through entrepreneurship.
• Wendy's initiatives focus on providing microloans to impoverished women, fostering economic empowerment.
• The collaboration of governments and business leaders is essential to create systemic change for women entrepreneurs.
• Empathy and community are critical for successful entrepreneurship, as demonstrated by Wendy Diamond's journey.
• The Women's Entrepreneurship Day Organization actively seeks to engage women in meaningful collaborations worldwide.

Burning Questions Answered:

1.What actually happens when you join WEDO — beyond the feel-good impact?

2.How has Wendy designed WEDO so members get access, education, and community that genuinely moves their businesses forward?

3.What kinds of rooms does WEDO open for women — from the UN to hedge fund salons to maximum security prisons?

4.How can you contribute as an ambassador, member, or founder in a way that feels aligned and sustainable?

Chapters:

05:24 The Birth of Women's Entrepreneurship Day

15:11 Empowering Women Entrepreneurs

16:51 The Impact of Women's Entrepreneurship Day

26:08 Shifting Focus to Impactful Causes

Favorite Quotes:

“You’d rather have a little of something huge than a lot of nothing.”

“Wherever you are in this world, you can make a difference.”

Guest Offers & Contact Information:

Attend the WEDO Summit on November 14th – Virtual or in NYC at the United Nations: