OUR MISSION IS TO HELP WOMEN ON THEIR WAY UP LEAD MORE FULFILLING CAREERS
We're an open network for professional women who are several years into their careers but don't feel they've made it yet. This is a pivotal stage where women face challenges such as maintaining momentum in their progression, juggling their career with starting a family, transitioning into management roles or considering a change in direction.
Our 500+ members are from diverse fields including advertising, finance, engineering and the public sector. This breadth of industries allows us to gain new perspectives, share ideas and reinforce the essential elements that bond us together.
We’re more than an Instagram page - in this digital age we believe genuine human interactions are key and so we host events that bring our community together. Our events are varied and provide the stimulus and resources to help you get the most out of your career. We feature notable speakers, interactive panel discussions, and practical skills training, and there's always plenty of time for drinks and chats!
Past speakers include Dame Cilla Snowball, AMV BBDO Group CEO and Chair of the Women’s Business Council, Broadcaster and Journalist Kate Silverton, and Engineer and Entrepreneur Elspeth Finch MBE. We’ve discussed topics from career planning and difficult conversations at work to unconscious bias and parenthood.
TESTIMONIALS:
“The speakers were engaging and gave practical advice which I went on to implement the next day”
“I am in touch with some of the women who sought advice - I found the evening very uplifting and rewarding”
“The event was wonderful and the mix of professions there was inspiring and made a world of difference!”
“Some women found a place to talk some issues through that they clearly didn’t have before! Epic!”
WHO IS WELCOME AT WORKING GIRLS’ NETWORK?
Our events and mailing list are open to all who want to join! Our events and content are tailored towards working women, but men can (and have!) attended our events before.
When Working Girls’ Network refers to “women” we include within this all women (trans, intersex and cis) and all nonbinary, agender and gender variant people. Self-definition is at the sole discretion of each individual and everyone is welcome. We also host one event per year where we actively encourage those who identify as men to attend and engage in the topic of the day.
MEET THE TEAM:
ALEXA SALLER, CO-FOUNDER
Having worked in Sales, Design & Marketing, Alexa is a marketer that tries to strike the balance between the commercial and the creative. She's passionate about developing her team to leverage their strengths. On a weekend you'll find her frantically Pinteresting for ideas on how to style her next big bash or pottering around her postage-stamp sized London garden.
SOPHIE JOKELSON, CO-FOUNDER
Sophie is a marketer in the food industry with a passion for innovation and expertise in new product launch and market entry. She is currently living and working in Singapore where she is making the most of the delicious cuisine and working her way around the many beautiful beaches of South East Asia.
JO BOWEN, HEAD OF EVENTS
Following two years of travelling the world post-graduation, Jo settled in London and has spent the past five years managing events in the advertising, arts, and charity sectors. Currently specialising in fundraising events for an international women’s charity, she is proud to dedicate herself to women’s rights and development. Outside of work you can find her in the yoga studio or on a dance floor.
MADDY JACOBS, HEAD OF CONTENT
Maddy studied History of Art and Classical Civilisation in Dublin and Chicago before moving home to London three years ago. She did stints in children’s publishing and PR before landing in the world of advertising. Outside of the office, she usually has a creative project on the go, or else you’ll find her in the pub with friends.
EMILY WIGNALL, HEAD OF PR
Emily is an Account Director by day, working across a range of brands from healthcare to finance. With over 8 years' worth of experience her primary focus is now digital communications within the PR space. Emily also enjoys working on pro bono projects when possible. Outside of work you can find her with friends or family, enjoying trips and delicious cuisine (when possible).
MORGAN CLARK, HEAD OF SOCIAL
Morgan has several years agency experience across a wide range FMCG clients both local and Global. Focusing on all things social Morgan’s experience varies from social strategy, content creation, channel management and account management as well as all things influencers. If you have a question about social, she’ll have the answer. In her spare time, Morgan helps charities and not for profit organisations, unable to afford traditional agency fees, build their brands on social and create best in class channels.
HOLLY GASCOIGNE, MEMBERSHIP LEAD
Holly travelled the world post-graduation before settling in London and her current role in international media account management. Passionate about elevating women’s place in society, Holly’s experience ranges from programme delivery for an international women’s health NGO to sitting on her agency group women’s network committee, alongside her work with WGN’s membership.
MARANATHA PETERSIDE, PR & COMMUNICATIONS LEAD
Maranatha works with brands to create audience-centric content through a digital-first lens. She will use intelligence tools to monitor important conversations, identify competitive white-space opportunities for the WGN to amplify its positive messages. Equipping women of all levels to lead fulfilling careers.
Working Girls Network is a not-for-profit organisation. For many of our events, proceeds from our ticket sales go to support Dress for Success London – a charity that empowers women to achieve economic independence by providing the support, professional attire and development tools needed to get into employment and thrive in life.