How to Land a VP Role: Insights From Women Leaders Who’ve Been There
What does it really take to make the leap into executive leadership?
Join us for an inspiring Her Career Story conversation featuring Hanna Bang—Vice President at L'Oréal, and Jameelah Calhoun—Vice President at Forter, as they share the lessons, decisions, and career-defining moments that helped them reach the VP level.
For many professionals, advancing into senior leadership requires more than delivering strong results. It involves building influence, navigating organizational dynamics, developing executive presence, and positioning yourself for opportunities before they become available.
In this candid discussion, Hanna and Jameelah will share:
The key experiences and skills that prepared them for VP-level leadership
How they navigated career pivots, promotions, and setbacks along the way
What separates strong performers from those who advance into executive roles
How to build visibility, influence, and credibility within your organization
Common mistakes professionals make when pursuing leadership opportunities
Actionable advice for professionals looking to take the next step in their careers
Whether you're aspiring to become a VP, currently leading a team, or simply looking to accelerate your career growth, this conversation will provide practical insights and real-world advice from two accomplished leaders who have successfully navigated the journey.
You'll leave with a clearer understanding of what it takes to reach senior leadership, how to position yourself for advancement, and the confidence to pursue your next big career move.
🎤 About Our Speakers
Hanna Bang is a results-oriented marketing executive with 15+ years driving data-driven strategies for global brands across beauty, retail, and tech. Known for commercial acumen and a deep understanding of the digital landscape, with expertise in transforming media strategies by creatively leveraging AI, first-party data, and evolving platforms.
Skilled in optimizing tech stacks, UX/UI, and personalization to deliver seamless, engaging digital experiences that drive growth and enhance customer loyalty. Proven success in building integrated marketing ecosystems that align with business objectives, foster brand loyalty, and deliver measurable outcomes.
She's a dynamic leader committed to empowering teams to innovate and reshape the future of marketing.
Jameelah Calhoun is a marketing executive, strategist, speaker, and founder of Unpopular Decisions, a media platform exploring the high-stakes decisions that shape our careers, identities, and lives.
Having navigated career pivots across six industries and six functions, she is passionate about helping high-achieving professionals build influence, navigate uncertainty, and make aligned decisions with greater clarity and self-trust.
Jameelah currently serves as VP of Market Strategy at Forter, an AI commerce intelligence platform, where she leads product marketing, brand marketing, and communications. She holds an M.B.A. from Harvard Business School and a B.A. from Yale University and lives in New York City.
We look forward to seeing you! 🤝
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