Kelsey Girod

Influential Women is seeking accomplished women with compelling professional and personal stories for upcoming Q&As and select cover stories. We are looking to connect with women who have built meaningful careers, businesses, organizations, platforms or bodies of work and have valuable experiences and insights to share. Potential subjects may include founders, executives, entrepreneurs, business owners, industry leaders, athletes, authors, creatives, innovators, educators, healthcare professionals, nonprofit leaders and other accomplished women across a wide range of industries and fields. We are particularly interested in stories that go beyond a résumé. We want to hear about the experiences behind your success: how you got started, pivotal moments in your career, challenges you have overcome, lessons you have learned, your approach to leadership, accomplishments you are proud of and what you are working toward next. Selected submissions may be considered for an Influential Women Q&A or cover story, depending on the individual's story, accomplishments, expertise and overall editorial fit. To be considered, please include: Full name and professional title Company or organization Short professional bio Website and LinkedIn profile Major career accomplishments, milestones or notable recognition Previous media features, awards, speaking engagements or industry recognition, if applicable A brief overview of the story, perspective or experiences you would bring to an Influential Women feature Links to professional photos or other relevant media, if available Self-submissions are welcome, as are submissions from publicists, agents and authorized representatives. Please do not submit generic contributed articles, product pitches or responses unrelated to the individual being proposed. We are looking for women who are willing to share their own experiences, perspectives and professional journeys. Submission does not guarantee publication. Our editorial team will review responses and contact selected individuals regarding potential opportunities and next steps.