Give to Gain, Give to Retain: The IWD Playbook for Belonging and Trust

International Women’s Day is more than a celebration—it’s a leadership moment. In today’s workplace, people are navigating burnout, disconnection, and post-change “survivor guilt,” and too many women still feel invisible or undervalued. Give to Gain calls us to invest in equity and opportunity; Give to Retain calls us to embed belonging and trust into the way we lead—so people can bring all of hwo they are to work and still thrive.

In this energizing keynote for all employees, you’ll learn practical, human strategies to be seen, heard, and valued—and to help others experience the same. Through micro-moments of connection, recognition, and sponsorship, you’ll leave with tools to strengthen culture, elevate voices, and build teams where people don’t just gain opportunity—they stay and grow.

Key Takeaways:

• Discover how to link your unique value to the organization’s mission so you can elevate your voice, visibility, and influence.
• Identify the self-doubt loops and workplace myths that limit belonging, confidence, and collective impact —and replace them with “own your worth” habits.
• Learn how to build advocates through sponsorship moments —giving credit, sharing visibility, and opening doors so talent is elevated (not overlooked).
• Explore micro-moments of conection that build trust and belonging across teams, silos, and geographies—helping people feel seen, heard, and valued.