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Deb Liu became the President & CEO of Ancestry in March 2021, bringing over 18 years of tech leadership experience from companies like PayPal, eBay, and Facebook. Recognized as one of Business Insider's most powerful female engineers, she played a pivotal role in developing Facebook's Marketplace and its mobile advertising initiatives. Under her leadership, Ancestry is embracing a new vision focused on inclusivity, aiming to create a product that reflects diverse family dynamics and backgrounds. Her strategic initiatives include the release of Ancestry's inaugural Impact Report and the acquisition of Geneanet, enhancing the company's offerings. Additionally, Liu is committed to promoting diversity in tech through her nonprofit, Women In Product, which supports women in product management.

Gwen Whiting is renowned for founding and scaling The Laundress, a premium eco-friendly laundry brand, into a global lifestyle company. She launched it in 2002 with a grassroots event called “The Soap Splash,” growing the brand for 17 years without outside capital until its acquisition by Unilever in 2019. Gwen is now reinventing home cleaning and laundry with her recent venture, The Fill, a private members cleaning community offering a luxury collection of aromatherapy-infused home cleaning and laundry products. Her passion for mentoring future entrepreneurs has been a significant part of her journey, and she supports them through organizations like Cornell’s Entrepreneurship Council and YPO’s Global Leadership Community. Gwen’s core values and her motto, “Let life work for you,” are inspired by her recent wellness journey.

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Gail is the Co-Founder of John Frieda Hair Care, which sold for $450 million to Kao in 2002, and the Founder and CEO of Color Wow. She has revolutionized the traditional hair care routine by creating pioneering products, such as one of the first frizz serums with John Frieda and one of the first at-home root cover-ups with Color Wow. Gail's ability to collaborate with top professional and celebrity hair stylists, including John Frieda and Chris Appleton, has been crucial in bringing these innovative formulas to life. Color Wow has achieved remarkable success in 2023, with 100% year-over-year growth in product sales and a nearly threefold increase in social media impact. The Color Wow Dream Coat, one of the brand’s most iconic products, is sold every 12 seconds.

Rachel Jarrett is the co-CEO of Zola, a leading platform for wedding planning that has experienced explosive growth under her leadership. With over 2 million couples choosing Zola for their wedding journey, Rachel is renowned for her innovative approach and collaborative leadership style. Her achievements have been highlighted in Inc Magazine and studied at Harvard Business School. Rachel brings extensive experience from traditional retail and ecommerce, previously leading Baby & Kids at Gilt Groupe and holding senior roles at Barnes & Noble.com, FAO Schwarz, and Toys “R” Us. She holds an MBA from Kellogg School of Management and is actively involved in advising startups and serving on boards, including Tech.

Jenna Fagnan is a leader in luxury and lifestyle brands, known for launching Tequila Avión and co-founding Teremana Tequila with Dwayne “The Rock” Johnson. With experience at Dom Pérignon USA and TAG Heuer, she holds an MBA from Harvard and actively supports charitable causes through organizations like Girls Inc. and her Elevado Foundation. Teremana Tequila, founded by Dwayne Johnson, offers blanco, reposado, and añejo expressions made from mature agave, distilled in Jalisco with a name meaning 'spirit of the earth' in Latin and Polynesian.

Lauren Cooks Levitan is the President and former CFO of Faire, a Sequoia-backed billion dollar retail startup. Lauren has more than 30 years of strategic, financial, and operational experience at some of the most transformative brands in the retail industry. Prior to joining Faire, Lauren served as CFO at Fanatics, where she oversaw accounting, financial planning, strategic analysis, and investor relations to drive multi-channel growth across all divisions. Lauren co-founded Moxie Capital LLC, a private equity firm that specialized in advising consumer-facing businesses in the wholesale, retail, and e-commerce industries. Earlier in her career, she was a Managing Director at Robertson Stephens and built the consumer retail franchise of Cowen & Co. Lauren has served on the board of directors (Audit Committee Member) for e.l.f. Beauty, Inc. (NYSE: ELF) since 2016. She also spent time in her career at Crate & Barrel, the Gymboree Corporation, and Goldman Sachs. She holds an MBA from Stanford University and a BA in Political Science from Duke University.

Little Words Project, founded by Adriana Carrig, is the original word bracelet community inspiring kindness through wearable affirmations. Each Little Word® bracelet is crafted to spread positivity, meant to be cherished and passed on to others. Started in 2013 after Adriana's own experiences with bullying, the brand recently celebrated its 10-year anniversary. It has gained a devoted following, including celebrities like Lance Bass and Kourtney Kardashian. With over 1,000 retail partners, including Target and Nordstrom, and plans for 12 stores by year-end, Little Words Project also gives back through its initiative, Little Words Big Impact, contributing approximately $700k to charitable causes.

Sarah has made CULTURED a standout in independent publishing, focusing on art, design, and Hollywood. She excels in talent discovery and industry connections, boosting artists like Jordan Casteel and Christina Quarles to major galleries. With nearly 40 bespoke events annually, CULTURED collaborates with top brands such as Bottega Veneta and Prada. Sarah pioneers innovative editorial approaches, including A.I.-generated features for major fashion houses, while exploring social issues in art and capturing intimate portraits of figures like Chloe Sevigny and Emily Ratajkowski.

Lydia Fenet, CEO of the Lydia Fenet Agency, has revolutionized charity auctions, raising over $1 billion for 800 organizations. Formerly at Christie’s, she's a trailblazing auctioneer who breaks gender barriers and collaborates with celebrities like Bruce Springsteen and Hugh Jackman. Lydia is also a bestselling author ("The Most Powerful Woman in the Room is You"), and hosts the podcast "Claim Your Confidence."

Alexandra Fine, co-founder and CEO of Dame Products, is a leading figure in sexual health and sextech. A credentialed sexologist and member of Forbes’ 30 Under 30 2018, she's dedicated to fostering essential conversations and creating innovative intimacy-enhancing products. With a Master's in Clinical Psychology specializing in sex therapy from Columbia, Fine has propelled Dame Products and its acclaimed vibrators into the spotlight since 2014, earning praise from top media outlets worldwide.