🌟 MissEmpowher Note
Welcome to another empowering week with Miss EmpowHer! This roundup is packed with opportunities, stories, and resources just for you.
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👟 Miss EmpowHer IT Girl Walk — NYC
Start your morning with movement, connection, and confidence! Join Miss EmpowHer Ambassador Katie Goyette Riva for a casual community walk through Central Park on Tuesday, August 12 from 7:30–8:30 AM. Whether you're looking to meet inspiring women or just enjoy a peaceful stroll, this event is all about good vibes and great conversation.
📍 Meet at The Met | Open to all women | Comfy + cute fits encouraged
🚀 Resources for You
Founders
Ulta Acquires Space NK — A Global Power Move
Ulta Beauty has officially entered the UK market by acquiring British retailer Space NK, a strategic step in its international expansion. Space NK will remain a standalone brand, gaining access to Ulta’s resources and scale.
🔍 Takeaway: Strategic partnerships can fast-track global growth—something every founder should keep in mind.
Professionals
Dive into this inspiring conversation with Caitlyn Kumi, founder of Miss EmpowHer and Forbes 30 Under 30 honoree, as she shares how to cultivate wealth, confidence, and community. Hosted by Soph in New York, the episode explores Caitlyn’s journey—from launching vibrant events to empowering women across industries. A must-watch for anyone eager to elevate their personal and professional growth.
Creatives
• Tip #1: Create Before You Consume
Start your day designing, writing, or building before scrolling. Protect your creative voice by giving it space to lead.
• Tip #2: Elevate Your Work with AI Tools
Use Adobe Firefly to experiment with AI-powered design or explore Runway ML for AI video editing, text-to-image, and creative automation.
Investors
• Tip #1: Bet on What You Understand
The best early-stage investments come from knowing your niche. Here's a Y Combinator guide on why understanding your market is key.
• Tip #2: Build Deal Flow Through Community
Explore the Cap Table Coalition to access diverse founders and investors, or connect through AngelList for curated startup opportunities.
🔥Who is Hiring?
Looking to break into the world of PR? Pitchblend is hiring a PR Coordinator to join a team that’s creative, collaborative, and works with major brands like adidas and Meta. If you’re passionate about storytelling, media strategy, and growing alongside a sharp, supportive team—this could be your next big move.
⭐️Spotlight HER
Alex Kyle
🌉 Background: Originally from St. Charles, IL, Alex Kyle is a proud graduate of Miami University, where she majored in Psychology and minored in Human Capital Management & Leadership and Business Analytics. During college, she led with purpose through student government, her dance company, and the Panhellenic Association.
👑 Achievement: Now based in Chicago, Alex works in EY’s People Advisory Services, helping Advanced Manufacturing & Mobility clients navigate large-scale transformation. She specializes in change management, leadership alignment, and strategic communication—while also playing a key role in growing the AM&M sector and co-leading EY’s Staff/Senior Mentor Program.
🙈 Quirk: Whether she’s building a client strategy or curating the perfect playlist, Alex brings unmatched energy and a love for organization (color-coded lists included!). She’s the type to turn team meetings into moments of motivation—and maybe even a spontaneous dance break.
💬 1. What does women's empowerment mean to you? Why is it important?
Alex Kyle:
“Women empowerment is about creating spaces, conversations, and relationships that help other women to exceed their potential”.
💬 2. What advice would you give to other women looking to succeed in your industry? What qualities are the most important and what skills should they focus on developing?
Alex Kyle:
“The key to getting comfortable with that level of continuous ambiguity is to develop confidence in your own problem-solving process”.
💬 3. How do you handle work-related stress and pressure, and what techniques or practices do you use to maintain your well-being while pursuing a successful career?
Alex Kyle:
“Finding community at work is critical for managing work-related stress”.
Alex Kyle:
“Recognizing and understanding the parameters of your influence will help you to better manage expectations with others, communicate your needs, and find a version of success regardless of those other variables at play”.
Alex Kyle:
“When others know that they can trust you, they will continue to bring you more responsibility and opportunity that will fuel your growth as a professional”.
💬 6. What strategies or tactics do you use for setting and achieving your career goals, and how do you stay motivated and focused on your objectives?
Alex Kyle:
Sharing your aspirations with others will help them recognize or create opportunities for you that will help you reach your goals.
💬 7. What motivated you to choose your current career field, and what do you find most fulfilling about your work?
Alex Kyle:
“Ask for informal feedback on a presentation you’ve given or requesting an hour of “Do-Not-Disturb” time to make progress on a deliverable are examples of how you can advocate for your own success”.
“The key to meaningful professional relationships is trust, which is built through consistency.”
- Alex Kyle
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