The Wall Street veteran, with nearly three decades of experience, shared in a recent interview with Fortune about her journey. She recounted a panel discussion from the mid-2000s where, as Citigroup’s CFO, she stood alongside executives from IBM and GE. While her male counterparts discussed financial matters, she was questioned on balancing work and motherhood.
Reflecting on the experience, she expressed how reaching the CFO role wasn’t enough for her. Throughout her career, she navigated top positions at renowned Wall Street firms and earned the moniker “Last Honest Analyst” by staying truthful amid the dot-com bubble burst of 2000.
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Despite her achievements, Krawcheck often found herself as the lone woman in boardrooms, acknowledging gender as both a factor in her success and moments of setback.
She emphasized the challenges of juggling a prominent career with motherhood, acknowledging moments of sacrifice on both fronts. Now, at 59, she leads Ellevest, a platform dedicated to empowering women in investing.
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Under Krawcheck’s leadership, Ellevest has flourished, aiming to redefine Wall Street’s narrative by breaking the male-dominated tradition and fostering female inclusion in finance.
Her current focus is on bringing about positive change and inclusivity in investing. Ellevest boasts an 85% female workforce, representing a stark contrast to the traditional financial landscape.
With her company now fully remote, Krawcheck cherishes the flexibility it offers, particularly beneficial to working parents like herself.
When questioned about work-life balance, Krawcheck expressed her reservations about placing it as a criterion for success, emphasizing the complexities of achieving this elusive ideal.
She shared an insider look into her daily routine, starting from the crack of dawn, highlighting her commitment to balancing work responsibilities and personal well-being.
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From early morning exercises to engaging workdays, and evenings spent networking and hosting events, Krawcheck embodies a multifaceted approach to managing her professional and personal life.
As the day winds down, Krawcheck unwinds with family and friends, relishing moments of tranquility before embracing her inner entrepreneur and contemplating future endeavors.
