About us

Why we exist

Founded in 2018 by award-winning Haitian-American entrepreneur, Shaïna Silva, the #SHE_BUILDS Global Initiative is a platform that exists to connect women of color entrepreneurs, creators and professionals to global opportunities and value chains.

Since its founding, #SHE_BUILDS has created a global leadership network that spans 20 cities across 4 continents, and over 7 different initiatives aimed at positioning women of color as leaders of the new economy.

BUILDING BRIDGES

From New York City to Gonaives, Dubai to San Francisco, #SHE_BUILDS Ambassadors have organized regular events in their respective cities to build the community network, share resources and spotlight the stories and achievements of incredible businesswomen, authors, artists, politicians, doctors, lawyers, fashion designers, and tech disruptors to name a few.

INVESTING IN INNOVATORS

In addition to building bridges through our global leadership network, we actively invest in promising entrepreneurial women who are building ventures that address social, economic and environmental challenges, connecting them to resources, training, and funding to scale their ventures locally and globally.

Leadership Team

  • Shaïna Silva

    Founder & CEO

  • Yohana Ngan

    Head of Ecosystem

  • Randi Tate

    Head of Talent

  • Roberta Miller

    International Events Lead

  • Danielle Saint Lot

    Ambassador at Large for Haiti Women’s Empowerment

    #SHE_BUILDS Matriarch, Advisory Board

  • Maryse Pénette-Kedar

    Founder and Board President, PRODEV

    #SHE_BUILDS Matriarch, Advisory Board