How to Win a Workplace (Still) Built for Men
June 1, 2026 | 1:00 pm – 2:00 pm EDT
About
Women have spent decades forcing open doors that were never designed for us—and yet, many still find themselves navigating rooms shaped by male norms, power structures, and expectations. If you’ve ever felt disillusioned, isolated, or frustrated by a system that hasn’t evolved as quickly as it should, you’re not alone—and you’re not imagining it.
In this candid and practical salon, Lisa Davis—tech executive and author of The Only Woman in the Room—shares the hard-earned lessons from a career spent leading across government, academia, and corporate environments. Drawing on four decades of experience in male-dominated industries, Lisa offers a clear-eyed look at what it actually takes to build influence, navigate bias, and advance—without losing yourself in the process.
This is not a conversation about waiting for the system to change. It’s about understanding the rules as they exist today—and learning how to win within them, while continuing to push for something better.
Key Takeaways:
Attendees will gain a sharper understanding of how power and influence actually operate inside organizations, along with practical approaches for navigating bias, advocating for advancement, and building credibility without compromising authenticity. The conversation will also offer a grounded perspective on how to create momentum and agency in environments that may not yet be designed for you.
Who Should Attend:
This salon is designed for senior leaders, executives, and rising operators who have experienced—or anticipate navigating—male-dominated environments and want to build influence, accelerate their trajectory, and lead with both strength and self-alignment. It will resonate especially with those seeking a more honest, tactical playbook for advancing within imperfect systems.
