Women’s History Month is an opportunity to recognize the leaders, innovators, and changemakers who shape our communities and industries every day. Across Goizueta Business School, women are advancing research, launching ventures, mentoring the next generation, and redefining what leadership looks like in business and beyond.
This year, we’re highlighting a collection of stories that showcase the breadth of their impact, from entrepreneurship and education to faculty research and lifelong service.
Redefining Recovery Through Entrepreneurship
Alumnae Elizabeth Searcy 97MBA and Kristin Lindsey 97MBA helped inspire innovation in cancer recovery apparel through their connection to KickIt Pajamas, a company designing functional yet comfortable clothing for women undergoing treatment. Motivated by personal experiences and a desire to restore dignity and confidence during recovery, the venture blends thoughtful design with medical practicality—demonstrating how business can directly improve quality of life.
Meet Elizabeth Searcy and Kristin Lindsey.
A Legacy of Care and Community
For 25 years, Associate Dean Libby Egnor has shaped the undergraduate experience at Goizueta through mentorship, leadership, and an extraordinary personal touch. As founding director of the Goizueta Scholars Program, she has helped generations of students grow academically and personally—often through small but meaningful gestures that reflect her deep commitment to education and community.
A Student Trailblazer with Global Impact
Clara Wasserman 26BBA 26MAcc is making the most of every opportunity at Emory—pursuing multiple degrees, co-founding a nonprofit recognized by Forbes, and preparing for a future career in consulting and law. Her work with LOG OFF, a digital advocacy organization promoting healthier relationships with technology, highlights how young leaders are tackling modern challenges with creativity and purpose.
Building Inclusive Fashion for Underserved Communities
Griselys “G” Fermin 25BBA turned a personal challenge into an entrepreneurial venture with Studded, an inclusive streetwear brand designed to better fit women’s bodies while maintaining masculine aesthetics. Through innovation and research, she is addressing gaps in the apparel market and creating space for identity, confidence, and representation.
Paying It Forward Through Leadership
Former Executive Women of Goizueta scholarship recipient Julie Friedberg 87C 23EMBA is now leading as president of the organization, demonstrating the lasting impact of mentorship and community support. Her journey reflects the program’s mission: empowering women to advance professionally while uplifting others along the way.
Research Bridging Industry and Education
Goizueta Foundation Term Associate Professor of Information Systems & Operations Management Ruomeng Cui is helping connect industry innovation with business education through her research and teaching. Drawing on her experience collaborating with Amazon, her work explores how technology, operations, and data-driven decision-making shape modern business practices—bringing real-world insights into the classroom while advancing academic understanding.
Examining the Hidden Costs of Neutrality
New research from Assistant Professor of Organization & Management Laura Wallace explores how a strong preference for neutrality can discourage debate, suppress action, and shape how people respond to extreme information.
Meet Laura Wallace.
These stories represent just a small glimpse of the women across the Goizueta community who are shaping industries, advancing knowledge, and creating positive change. Their achievements remind us that leadership takes many forms—and that progress is driven by those willing to innovate, support others, and challenge the status quo.
Join us on March 6, 2026, for the 23rd Annual Executive Women of Goizueta Conference, themed Own Your Path: Ignite, Elevate, Lead. Through dynamic sessions and conversations, the conference supports personal and professional leadership across the Goizueta community and beyond. This event is open to all who are passionate about leadership, growth, and connection. Learn more and register.
