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Leading NOW CEO Among an Elite Group of Women Shaping the Future of Global Business Leading NOW is proud to announce that our CEO, Kelly Lockwood Primus, has been recognized by Business Talk Magazine as one of the Global Business Women to Watch in 2025. This prestigious accolade highlights exceptional female leaders across industries who are driving innovation, empowering others, and shaping the future of global business.

Have you ever wondered why women tend to stall at mid-level in their career? We did, too. And we discovered the biggest reason is really quite simple…most managers don’t actually know what skills and competencies they need to develop in order to be seen as future leaders––and reach VP and senior executive-level roles. Our research on The 9 Critical Differentiators™ for Career Success has cracked the code on what women need to succeed––and we want to share it with you now!

One of the biggest challenges I hear from clients is “How can we bring more women into leadership?” According to a recent report by McKinsey, women continue to be underrepresented at every stage of the corporate pipeline. I am a believer that empowering women in the workplace is not just a moral imperative; it’s a business advantage for any organization. And yet, most companies today face a different reality every time they look at their leadership team or talent pipeline. Why?

Leading NOW, an award-winning global leadership education organization, is proud to announce that it has been honored with a 2025 HR & Employment Award from Corporate Vision Magazine and named Most Inclusive Leadership Development Company 2025–Northeast USA. The HR & Employment Awards celebrate outstanding organizations that are shaping the future of human resources, talent acquisition, and workplace inclusion. Leading NOW has set a high standard for excellence in the HR and employment sector.

Provides Volunteer Leaders with Year-long, High-Impact Development Solution BOSTON, Jan. 30, 2025 -- Leading NOW, the award-winning global leadership education organization that guides current and future leaders in achieving successful outcomes for their organizations, is proud to announce the launch of its innovative ERG Toolkit for Volunteer Leaders, a comprehensive solution designed to enhance the effectiveness of Internal Women's Initiatives and Employee Resource Groups (ERGs). This groundbreaking Toolkit provides a year-long program that guides and empowers volunteer leaders to deliver both immediate and long-term benefits to the organization by creating a more business-aligned and higher-ROI plan in less time.

As 2024 comes to a close, I would like to express how grateful we are for our partners, our clients, and our team for making this another amazing year at Leading NOW. Thanks to each and every one of you for being part of the many achievements we’ve shared this year. As we turn the page and look forward to 2025, I would like to share our Top 10 memorable moments of which you’ve played a part––we could not have done it without your support and participation.

Announces Strategic Partnership with GLEAM (Global Leadership Enhancement and Mentorship) Network BOSTON - Dec. 4, 2024 - PRLog -- Leading NOW, the award-winning leadership authority and advisor to organizations, is pleased to announce it has entered into a strategic partnership with GLEAM (Global Leadership Enhancement and Mentorship) Network, a non-profit, volunteer-based organization whose mission is to provide mentorship and leadership development to the underserved community in the restaurant and foodservice industry. The partnership supports GLEAM's signature 1:1 Mentorship Program, a bi-annual 6-month program that matches emerging foodservice professionals with experienced industry leaders who volunteer their time as mentors.

“Never, ever, stop asking questions. Curiosity and the willingness to learn will bring a lifetime of success.” – Kelly Lockwood Primus “Leadership is the capacity to translate vision into reality.” This sentiment captures the essence of transformative leadership, where influence is measured by the ability to inspire, mentor, and drive meaningful change. True leaders elevate others, creating pathways for success and fostering environments where everyone can thrive. Among those who exemplify this kind of leadership is Kelly Lockwood Primus, CEO of Leading NOW. Renowned for her exceptional vision and innovative approach, Kelly has redefined leadership development by integrating deep research, global perspectives, and a business-minded approach for talent management strategy. Her dedication to empowering others and her ability to navigate complex challenges make her a standout figure in influential women leaders. Through her leadership and the groundbreaking research at Leading NOW, Kelly has driven a change in the mindsets of corporate leaders to recognize the value of building inclusive cultures and embracing the development of underrepresented talent.

For decades, when a company wanted to hire a CEO or key executive, they knew what they needed to look for. The best candidates would have technical expertise, superior administrative skills and a proven track record of successfully managing financial resources. Because these skills had a direct impact on business performance and results, they were considered the most critical when searching for candidates to fill executive roles.