Mia Recognized in Chief's Inaugural "The New Era of Leadership Awards"
Mia, Mission Impact Academy is proud to announce its recognition as one of the honorees in the prestigious “The New Era of Leadership Awards,” hosted by CHIEF. This inaugural award celebrates organizations leading with innovation and impacting their industries significantly.
Selected from over 1,000 nominees, Mia’s recognition by an esteemed panel of judges, including Former PepsiCo Chairman and CEO, Indra Nooyi, Bumble CEO, Lidiane Jones, General Catalyst Chairman and Managing Director, Kenneth I. Chenault, Kickstarter CEO, Everette Taylor, and Former IBM Chairman and CEO, Ginni Rometty, this recognition underscores the organization’s dedication and success in its mission.
Mia, Mission Impact Academy, is committed to empowering one million women with AI skills by 2030. This accolade from Chief and its distinguished judges highlights the vital work Mia is doing to enhance economic mobility and unlock the potential of women globally through innovative AI training programs.
“We are incredibly honored to receive this recognition and want to dedicate it to our team, community, learners, and partners whose passion and dedication inspire our progress every day,” said Tarja Stephens, co-founder of Mia.
“This milestone not only celebrates our current achievements but also propels us forward in our commitment to shaping an inclusive AI-driven future,” added Janna Salokangas, co-founder of Mia.
For more information about Chief’s “The New Era of Leadership Awards” and to learn about the inspiring inaugural class, visit below link.
About Mia, Mission Impact Academy
Mia, Mission Impact Academy, is a pioneering educational initiative focused on bridging the gender gap in AI by providing women with the skills necessary to excel in AI and related fields. Based in Miami, USA, Mia combines online education with live, interactive learning sessions to create a dynamic and supportive learning environment.
About CHIEF
Chief is a private network designed to connect and support women leaders, aiming to drive more women into positions of power and keep them there. Founded with the mission to create a vibrant community of successful professionals, Chief provides resources, opportunities for collaboration, and a supportive space where women can challenge each other to grow and thrive in their careers. By focusing on mentorship, networking, and development, Chief seeks to influence gender parity in leadership roles across industries.
Mia Celebrates One Year of AI Education For Women Around the Globe
Mia’s New AI Membership Offering is Designed to Level the AI Playing Field For 1 Million Women By 2030
Mia is announcing a new AI Membership , a global Annual Membership program designed to address the fast-growing skills gap in AI for women professionals in non-technical roles. The initiative is now available to companies of any sector that wish to empower their diverse workforce with the in-demand skills necessary to thrive in the new AI-driven economy. Individual memberships are also available to give Mia’s network of women from over 65 countries continued access to powerful programming with AI pioneers and experts. Apply here
AI Membership is a response to the organization’s goal of upskilling one million women in AI by 2030 and the need for companies to help close the growing AI skills gap and ensure they are future-ready. Research has shown that while many companies recognize the need for AI upskilling, only a small fraction of employees possess the necessary skills.
The annual AI learning corporate membership includes access to Mia’s education platform with three main offerings: on-demand AI courses, live learning sessions with industry leaders and pioneers, and personalized learning experiences that allow members to design anAI learning pathway based on their industry, goals, and needs.
AI Membership provides access to a private network hub and smaller AI industry groups, designed not only to facilitate AI learning experiences but also to encourage professional networking, open doors to innovative new ideas, and support career growth and transformation.
Employees sponsored by their companies will also have access to Mia’s annual AI Summit and networking opportunities. These interactive learning experiences play a key role in elevating women’s knowledge and building a strong foundation in AI.
“At Mia, we are committed to creating a world where women lead the way in the AI revolution by transforming learners’ mindset and skills. Our innovative approach focuses on continuous AI education within a supportive community, encouraging women to actively engage in their learning journey and harness the full potential of AI” said Janna Salokangas, co-founder of Mia.
Many have already benefited from the organization’s engaging learning experiences, landing new jobs, changing careers or transitioning to new ones. Women professionals will have access to industry-specific training from experts in tech, healthcare, finance, media, and non-profit sectors to accelerate AI transformation within their organizations and teams.