Executive Women of Goizueta

Executive Women of Goizueta (EWG) is an inclusive leadership community anchored by Emory’s Goizueta network. We turn potential into performance through immersive learning, purposeful connections, and bold, candid conversations—open to all.
Executive Women of Goizueta

Lead with clarity. Connect with purpose.

Executive Women of Goizueta (EWG) advances leadership at every career stage. Through real‑world programming, intentional networking, and future‑focused dialogue, we equip members to lead with confidence and impact in their organizations and communities. Our events and conversations are open to all who are passionate about leadership, growth, and connection.
  • Attendees at the sold-out 2026 Conference

  • annual scholarships advancing leadership

  • Years convening Leaders across industries

    What We Do

    • Leadership Training

      Pragmatic, real‑world learning that builds strategic capability and confidence
    • Education

      Immersive experiences that translate insight into action across roles and industries
    • Advocacy

      A platform for bold, future‑focused conversations that elevate talent advancement and inclusive leadership
    • Networking

      Facilitated connections—from intimate peer sessions to large‑scale convenings—that strengthen careers and communities
    • Awards & Scholarships

      Providing meaningful financial support and recognition to help students achieve their full potential.

      EWG Events

      Save the Dates for the following upcoming events and check back for registration information as the dates get closer.
      • 2026 EWG Holiday Party, Friday December 11, 6:30-8:30 pm, Miller-Ward Alumni House
      • 2027 Executive Women of Goizueta Annual Leadership Conference – March 5, 2027, Emory Conference Center Hotel
      Our annual conference brings leaders and rising talent together for a full day of development, connection, and inspiration—with curated networking, practical tools you can use now, and voices from across industries.
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      EWG Board Executive Committee

      • President

        Liz Wolfe 16MBA/16PH
      • Past President

        Julie Friedberg 87C, 23EMBA
      • Vice President

        Kuki Gandhi 15EvMBA
      • Treasurer/Secretary

        Jen Kostryna 04C, 18EvMBA

      EWG Leadership

      The purpose of the EWG advisory board is to guide the EWG organization in developing and executing its long-range strategic initiatives. The advisory board is composed of a diverse group of senior business executives who support the advancement of women in business. Members of the EWG Advisory Board have experience that complements the strategic goals of EWG.  In addition, the advisory board further differentiates EWG as a distinguished professional organization. The EWG advisory board was established in 2011.

      EWG Board

      Past President
      Julie Friedberg 87C 23EMBA
      Vice President, Development, Kindle Energy

      President
      Liz Wolfe 16MBA 16PH
      VP, Operations- Professional & Advisory Solutions, McKesson

      Treasurer/Secretary
      Jen Kostyrna 04C 18EvMBA
      Senior Director of Product Management, Identity Solutions, LexiusNexis Risk Solutions

      Vice President
      Kuki Gandhi 15EvMBA
      Director of Product Management, Waystar

      Programming Chair
      Setu Shah 15MBA
      Product Marketing, Waystar

      Programming Vice Chair - Conference
      Kamile Herbst 21EvMBA
      Senior Business Operations & Compliance Analyst, Federal Reserve Bank of Atlanta

      Programming Vice Chair - General
      April Carswell 27EMBA
      Adjunct Professor, Rollins School of Public Health at Emory University

      Sponsorship Chair
      Lorry Perkins 15EMBA 17L
      Head of Enterprise Transformation Operations & Effectiveness, Emory University

      Sponsorship Vice Chair
      Cicely Parker 16EMBA
      Senior Solutions Engineer, Oracle

      Sponsorship Vice Chair
      Haniya Vaid 20EMBA
      Senior Director of Technical Project Management, Emory University

      Community Engagement
      Abby England 
      Principal, Abby England Consulting

      Marketing Chair
      Danielle McGivney 16EvMBA
      Vice President, Organizational Change Management & Strategic Communications, KWI Communications

      Member at Large
      Katie Lahey 24EvMBA
      Director of Operations, Shapiro Capital Management Co.

       

      EWG Advisory Board

      Ana Amato 07EvMBA
      Managing Director, Protiviti

      Harmony Foster 04BBA
      VP Sustainability, UPS

      Laura Grams
      VP, Leadership & Org. Development, HCA Healthcare

      Jennifer Turk DeLibero 05BBA
      Partner, Audit, KPMG

      Luci Rainey
      Owner, DAY ONE Consulting & Coaching

      Jamie Traynor 14EvMBA
      Partner, PwC

      Alpa Sutaria 96MBA
      SVP, Strategy & Sustainability, Smurfit Westrock

      Amanda Windsor White 18EMBA
      Director, Sports Marketing, Coca-Cola

      Leah Gladu
      CEO, KWI Communications

      Ways to Get Involved

      • Attend & Learn

        Join conferences, salons, and peer sessions
      • Sponsor & Partner

        Invest in leadership‑ready talent and connect with a high‑caliber network

        Join the EWG Community

        Be first to hear about events, resources, and opportunities.