Our Commitment to An Inclusive Community
At Chief, our vision is to build a community where one’s identity is never a barrier to leadership.
For too long, narrow definitions and barriers have limited who influences the future of business. It’s time to hit reset.
Leadership is bold
At Chief, possibility isn’t an aspiration — it’s standard practice. Our community is built for those who see opportunity where others see obstacles. We’re also here for those who want their identity, voice, and ambition to be strengths at the table.
If the traditional leadership ladder didn’t make space for you, we welcome you.
Our Community
Chief is the vetted network for today’s leaders, expanding their power and possibilities while forging authentic connections across differences.
Chief Grants
We offer grants to reduce the financial barrier for executives who have historically faced identity-based inequity and those employed in the nonprofit sector. Members may apply for a grant on an annual basis and, if they qualify, receive a $1,000 reduction in membership fees.
Programming
Chief’s programming partners with communities to ensure our members are seen and valued, creating opportunities including:
Intersectional community conversations
Heritage & History Month celebrations
Representation in the speakers and thought leaders featured in Chief-led events
Here, the focus is not on one narrative of leadership, but rather on expanding the realm of what’s possible.
Thought Leadership
Chief editorial content serves as a resource for leaders determined to influence the culture and trajectory of work itself — making room for bold ideas and new ways forward that are aligned with the spirit of today’s leaders.
Our Guidelines
Chief’s mission is clear: to create spaces where power and possibility come together. Our guidelines are grounded in values — powerful, inclusive, real, curious, and time travel — and inform how members engage so that everyone can offer their brilliance to the community.
Chief maintains a zero-tolerance policy for hateful or illegal behavior. We do not tolerate any harassment or discrimination that undermines the dignity and well-being of our members or staff.
Our Commitment
We believe in the principles of inclusion and belonging and strive to ensure that everyone, including those with disabilities, can meaningfully engage in our activities and services. We are committed to creating an accessible environment for all members.
Our Accessibility Initiatives
Technology and Digital Accessibility
We are committed to developing our digital platforms and technologies to be accessible, following best practices for web accessibility standards (WCAG).
Event and Program Accessibility
We strive to make all events and programs inclusive and accessible. This may involve providing sign language interpreters, ensuring venues are wheelchair-accessible, and accommodating dietary restrictions.
Physical Accessibility
We work to ensure that our physical spaces are accessible to individuals with mobility challenges. This includes ramps, alternative routes of ingress and egress, elevators, and designated restrooms.
Communication and Information
We are committed to providing accessible information and communications. We are working to ensure that alternative formats are offered for digital materials and captioning for videos.
Our Team
Our team is our differentiator and strength. We hold a shared belief in our mission and the power of community. Chief’s team brings people together across the full-spectrum of diversity to create, innovate, and build something special.
Our team is united by a belief that impact, belonging, and possibility are created when all voices are welcomed and valued — especially those for whom traditional ladders didn’t offer a path. One way we exemplify this is through the Chief Collectives
Our Collectives — API, Black, Early in Career, First Gen, Jewish, Latinx, LGBTQIA+ Neurodiverse — are the backbone of our team’s culture.
