22 min

15: Katharine Graham, The First Female Fortune 500 CEO, The Washington Post LeadHER by Example

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In this solo episode of LeadHER by Example, host Kit Huffman shares the story of Katharine Graham, the first female Fortune 500 CEO. The effects of Graham’s decisions, leadership, and found confidence are still rippling through modern press and business. Her evolving perspective of herself gives us a glimpse into the reality of what it was like to be a successful female leader in business last century. Kit will lead you through Graham’s legacy sharing quotes, lessons, and anecdotes along the way.  
 
TW: Mentions of suicide. 
 
Personal History by Katharine Graham
LeadHER by Example Instagram
 
Kit Huffman LinkedIn
Kit Huffman Twitter

In this solo episode of LeadHER by Example, host Kit Huffman shares the story of Katharine Graham, the first female Fortune 500 CEO. The effects of Graham’s decisions, leadership, and found confidence are still rippling through modern press and business. Her evolving perspective of herself gives us a glimpse into the reality of what it was like to be a successful female leader in business last century. Kit will lead you through Graham’s legacy sharing quotes, lessons, and anecdotes along the way.  
 
TW: Mentions of suicide. 
 
Personal History by Katharine Graham
LeadHER by Example Instagram
 
Kit Huffman LinkedIn
Kit Huffman Twitter

22 min