irs program accomplishments · form 990 part iii · fy2024
What they reported doing
- #1 primary $0GLOBAL FUNDWOMEN WEEK ("GFWW") CONFERENCE. SINCE 2014, 100WF HAS HOSTED INVESTMENT CONFERENCES FOR FEMALE FUND MANAGERS AND THE BROAD COMMUNITY OF INSTITUTIONAL INVESTMENT ALLOCATORS TO ENGAGE WITH ONE ANOTHER AND EXPLORE BUSINESS OPPORTUNITIES. IN 2024, WE HOSTED OUT TEN-YEAR ANNIVERSARY EVENT AT THE NYSE. THE EVENT SAW JUST OVER 180 DELEGATES FOR A HALF DAY PROGRAMME PROVIDING AN OVERVIEW OF THE PROGRAMMING SINCE 2014 AND AN OUTLINE OF PLANS FOR THE NEXT DECADE OF IMPACT. THE PAST DECADE INCLUDED 600 FEMALE FUND MANAGERS, 800 INSTITUTIONAL ALLOCATORS, 5,000 NETWORKING MEETINGS, 800 ATTENDEES, 23+ TRILLION DISCLOSED ALLOCATION CAPITAL, 450 VIRTUAL SPOTLIGHTS, 600 SPEAKERS, 300 VOLUNTEERS, AND 27+ COUNTRIES. WE EXPECT GFWW 2025 TO BE ATTENDED BY 300 DELEGATES, OVER 60 FUND MANAGERS, OVER 120 ALLOCATORS WITH OVER 500 1:1 MEETINGS, 18 ROUNDTABLES, 30 SPEAKERS, 25 SPONSORS, MEDIA AND PARTNER ORGANISATIONS AND OVER 50 VOLUNTEERS INVOLVED.
- #2 $0100WF PRODUCES EDUCATION EVENTS THROUGHOUT THE YEAR. LED BY INDUSTRY ICONS AND EXPERTS, OUR PANELS AND PRESENTATIONS GO DEEP INTO TOPICS RELATED TO THE FINANCE, ALTERNATIVE INVESTMENTS, MACRO TRENDS, AND LEADERSHIP AND PROFESSIONAL DEVELOPMENT. EDUCATION EVENTS ARE FREE OF CHARGE TO MEMBERS WHO HAVE PAID AN ANNUAL ACCESS FEE AND ARE HOSTED BY CORPORATE SPONSORS WHO PROVIDE BOTH THE EVENT LOCATION AND OFTEN ACCESS TO HIGH-LEVEL SPEAKERS. WE HOSTED 192 EDUCATION EVENTS (INCLUDING VIRTUAL EVENTS) IN 2024, WITH OVER 8,000 ATTENDEES. 100WF SUPPORTS THE PRODUCTION OF THESE EVENTS THROUGH THE STAFF SUPPORT OF VOLUNTEERS AND THE PROGRAMMING AND HOSTING OF OUR PROPRIETARY EVENT PLATFORM.
named programs · 4 · from sources
What they call their work
100WFinTech Changemaker Series
Initiative highlighting female leaders in fintech through profiles, events, and a public directory to promote visibility and career advancement
Education Events
Panel discussions and presentations led by industry experts on finance, alternative investments, macro trends, leadership, and professional development
Global FundWomen Week (GFWW)
Annual investment conference connecting female fund managers with institutional allocators through 1:1 meetings, roundtables, and spotlight sessions; includes virtual and in-person programming across multiple countries
Peer Engagement Events
Networking and advisory events grouped by career stage (NextGen, Midcareer, Senior Practitioners) and specialization, held globally both in-person and virtually
activities · 6 groups
What they do
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Women's Leadership & Career Advancement Networks 2 activities
- Advances gender equity in finance leadership through Vision 30/40 initiativeLeads the Vision 30/40 campaign to increase representation of women in senior investment and executive committee roles to 30% by 2040, promoting systemic change and long-term industry transformation.
- Facilitates peer engagement and networking opportunities for women in financeHosts regular peer engagement events—both in-person and virtual—to connect women in finance for networking, mentorship, and career advancement. In 2023, hosted 136 such events with approximately 4,000 attendees; in 2021, hosted 140 events with over 4,900 attendees.
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Professional Networking Events 2 activities
- Hosts Global FundWomen Week to connect female fund managers with institutional allocatorsProduces an annual Global FundWomen Week, a global conference that connects hundreds of female fund managers with institutional allocators through spotlight sessions, one-on-one meetings, and panel discussions. In 2023, the virtual event included over 1,200 participants, 90 speakers, and 45 live sessions; in 2021, facilitated over 1,300 one-on-one meetings between 325 female fund managers and 370 allocators.
- Operates a global membership community for finance professionalsManages an invitation-only membership network across 30+ locations, offering members access to exclusive events, leadership opportunities, and a global peer network. The community includes the Global Angels, a group of accomplished professionals who support organizational initiatives, with membership fees set at $1,000 annually or $2,500 for three years.
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Gender Equity Research and Advocacy 1 activity
- Conducts research and publishes thought leadership on women in fintech and AIProduces the 100WFinTech Changemakers series, featuring research articles and profiles of women leaders in AI and financial technology, to highlight innovation and promote visibility of female talent in emerging finance sectors.
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Volunteer Engagement and Capacity Support 1 activity
- Engages volunteers and builds partnerships to expand program deliveryMobilizes over 600 active volunteers globally and partners with financial firms to co-create tailored programs in talent development, diversity and inclusion, branding, and training, enhancing reach and impact across the global finance industry.
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Benefit Events for Arts and Culture 1 activity
- Funds programs supporting women in finance through fundraising eventsRaises funds through high-profile events such as the London Gala—attended by over 260 professionals in 2025—and uses proceeds to support global programs that provide resources, networks, and opportunities for women pursuing careers in finance.
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Professional Conference & Symposium Organization 1 activity
- Hosts education and professional development events for women in financeOrganizes and delivers over 250 annual in-person and virtual events, including webinars, seminars, and conferences focused on topics such as AI in finance, fintech, and investment strategies, reaching thousands of attendees globally. In 2024 alone, hosted 192 education events with over 8,000 attendees.
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financials · form 990 · fy2024
revenue
Total revenue$1.77M
Contributions & grants$33K2%
Program service revenue$1.67M94%
Investment income$5K0%
Other revenue$68K
expenses
Total expenses$1.99M
Program expenses—
Admin / overhead—
Fundraising—
Salaries & benefits$742K
Grants paid out$17K
Largest expense lineProfessional Fees
balance sheet
Total assets$540K
Cash$528K
Investments$0
Liabilities$963K
Net assets$-423K
Liquid reserves3.2 mo
4 years on record · 2020–2024 · YoY revenue -12.1%
leadership · form 990 part vii · fy2024
Who runs it
paid leadership · 6
| Name | Title | Hours/wk | Compensation |
|---|---|---|---|
| DEBORAH MCLEAN | INTERIM EXECUTIVE DIRECTOR | 32 | $190K |
| MICHELLE BUSHE | CFO TO 8/2024 | 32 | $177K |
| JOAN WERNER | FINANCE DIRECTOR | 32 | $144K |
| ALEXIS BELLADONNA | GLOBAL DIRECTOR OF MEMBERSHIP | 32 | $130K |
| MICHELE GULITTI | GLOBAL DIRECTOR OF MARKETING/COMM | 32 | $112K |
| KELLAN BROWN | COO/CDO FROM 11/2024 | 32 | $44K |
board members · 15
- AMANDO SENRA — DIRECTOR
- AMY FLIKERSKI — DIRECTOR
- ARCHANA PAREKH — DIRECTOR
- CAROLE CRAWFORD — CHAIR
- CHRISTINA BODDEN — DIRECTOR TO 1/2024
- DAGMAR BAEUERLE — DIRECTOR
- HEATHER WYCKOFF — SECRETARY
- LISA PETRELLI — TREASURER
- MICHELLE MORRIS — DIRECTOR
- RUPAL BHANSALI — DIRECTOR
- SARAH DYER DANA — VICE-CHAIR
- SHERRI ROSSOFF — DIRECTOR
- ULRIKA ROBERTSSON — DIRECTOR
- ULRIKE HOFFMANN-BURCHARDI — DIRECTOR
- WAYNE LEE — DIRECTOR
relationships · 31
Who they work with
- Allianz Global Investors Partner — Co-hosted the 100WFinTech event "AI in Wealth: Fintech’s Innovation Frontier" in Munich on September 30, 2025.
- Barclays Eagle Labs Partner — Hosted the May 10, 2026 event in London on practical AI adoption for female fintech founders.
- Base44 Partner — Hosted the October 22, 2025 webinar on no-code business applications.
- Brookfield Partner — Co-hosting the May 21, 2026 event in Hong Kong on alternative investments.
- Brown Advisory Partner — Hosted the March 16, 2026 event in San Francisco on AI investment edge.
- Buckingham Palace Partner — Hosted the launch event for the 100WF Investing in the Next Generation Initiative in February 2020.
- Cboe Global Markets Partner — Hosted 100 Women in Finance Chicago for a Closing Bell ceremony to commemorate the organization's 25th anniversary.
- Charter Angels Partner — Founding supporters whose early vision and support enabled the establishment of 100 Women in Finance
- Corporate Sponsors Partner — Collaborates with corporate sponsors committed to increasing women's representation in finance and leadership roles.
- Endowus Partner — Co-hosting the May 21, 2026 event in Hong Kong on alternative investments.
- Franklin Templeton Partner — Finalist for the EMEA Industry DEI Award, demonstrating commitment to advancing diversity in finance.
- Global Credit Advisers, LLC Partner — Director of Marketing and Investor Relations at Global Credit Advisers, LLC serves as Chair of the New York Senior Practitioner Committee and member of Global FundWomen Week organizing committee.
- Google Partner — Featured speaker Ally Clegg from Google at the May 10, 2026 event on AI adoption for female founders.
- HSBC Partner — Diamond sponsor recognized by 100 Women In Finance
- IFM Investors Partner — Executive Director and Head of Investor Relations EMEA at IFM Investors serves as Co-Chair of the Business Development Peer Advisory Group in London.
- LSEG Partner — Co-hosted the September 1, 2025 event in London on retail investing technology.
- LSEG Partner — Hosted the 100WFinTech event "Redefining Retail Investing: The Tech Revolution" in London on September 1, 2025.
- Lumen Global Investments Partner — Co-Founder, Partner, and Portfolio Manager at Lumen Global Investments chairs the North California Peer Engagement and Education Committees and serves as Virtual Program Chair for Global FundWomen Week.
- Man Group Partner — Corporate partner recognized with the EMEA Industry DEI Award for commitment to diversity, equity, and inclusion in finance.
- NAV Fund Services Partner — Platinum Level Global Corporate Sponsor of 100 Women in Finance
- Not specified Partner — Partners with global firms to create tailored sponsorship solutions across multiple business areas.
- Plug & Play Partner — Co-hosted the 100WFinTech event "AI in Wealth: Fintech’s Innovation Frontier" in Munich on September 30, 2025.
- Robeco Asset Management Partner — Honored Karin van Baardwijk of Robeco Asset Management with the 2025 EMEA Industry Leadership Award for her contributions to finance and leadership.
- Robeco Asset Management Partner — Partner organization whose CEO, Karin van Baardwijk, received the EMEA Industry Leadership Award.
- Russell Reynolds Associates Partner — Engaged to conduct a global CEO search in collaboration with the 100WF CEO Search Committee.
- Standard Chartered Partner — Diamond sponsor recognized by 100 Women In Finance
- Swiss Fintech Ladies Partner — Collaborated with 100WFinTech to organize the "AI in Wealth: Fintech’s Innovation Frontier" event in Munich on September 30, 2025.
- The Maples Group Partner — Finalist for the EMEA Industry DEI Award, recognized for advancing diversity within its organization.
- Troutman Pepper Locke Partner — Hosted the 25th anniversary celebration event in New York City.
- Women in ETFs Singapore Partner — Collaborated to co-host an event and support community-building among women in finance.
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strategies · 4
How they approach the work
Named approaches extracted from this org’s sources. Where others share an approach, follow it to see the full set of orgs running it.
- Mentorship and Role Model Visibility as Leadership Catalystsmethodology: mentorship_and_role_modelsBy highlighting role models and facilitating mentorship across generations, the organization drives leadership development and innovation, because visible success stories and reciprocal mentoring relationships inspire action, build confidence, and transfer critical skills in male-dominated sectors.
- Network-Driven Empowerment via Volunteer and Partner Engagementmethodology: network_driven_empowermentBy leveraging a decentralized, volunteer-led model in partnership with corporations and mission-aligned organizations, the organization scales education, peer engagement, and impact programming, because member-driven initiatives increase ownership, responsiveness, and reach across global and local contexts.
- Peer-Advisory Groups by Career Stagemethodology: peer_advisory_groups_by_career_stageBy organizing women into peer advisory groups segmented by career stage, the organization fosters targeted knowledge sharing and professional development, because shared experience levels deepen trust, reduce isolation, and increase relevance of support—particularly for senior women combating burnout.
- Pipeline Development through Multi-Stage Career Empowermentmethodology: pipeline_developmentBy providing tailored empowerment, education, and networking opportunities at every career stage—from entry-level to senior leadership—the organization increases long-term female representation in finance leadership, because sustained support throughout a career trajectory improves retention, advancement, and pipeline strength.