TEMPO St. Louis Releases Survey Results of "Voices of Women at Work: The St. Louis Experience"

TEMPO St. Louis released its findings from its "Voices of Women at Work: The St. Louis Experience" which cited 59% of St. Louis women leaders have considered leaving their organization over an unclear path to leadership. Among the other findings of the research by TEMPO St. Louis and Washington University-Olin Business School finds that among women without a clear path to advancement, 26% are weighing an exit right now and 39% of all respondents have considered leaving the region. 

Read TEMPO St. Louis' full press release here. 

Two-Time Oscar Winner Geena Davis Headlines TEMPO's 20th Annual Leadership Event 

Two-time Academy Award winner Geena Davis, the star of “Thelma & Louise” and “A League of Their Own” and the actor who played TV's first female U.S. president, will deliver the keynote at TEMPO's 20th Annual Leadership Event on Thursday. She'll address a sold-out crowd of more than 900 executives, entrepreneurs, and rising leaders. Beyond the screen, Davis founded the Geena Davis Institute to push for gender parity in media, and she is the author of the new memoir, Dying of Politeness. She is currently starring in Netflix’s sci-fi series, “The Boroughs.” Her remarks will speak to leadership, resilience, and the challenges and opportunities shaping today's workplace.

Now in its 20th year, TEMPO’s Leadership Event has become one of Milwaukee's largest gatherings of business and community leaders, backed by TEMPO's more than 50 years of advancing women in leadership. Past keynote speakers include Soledad O'Brien, Simone Biles, Allyson Felix, Gabrielle Union, Kendra Scott, Alli Webb, Jenny Fleiss, and Porter Gale.

Read TEMPO's full press release here.

TEMPO Selects St. Louis for First Expansion Beyond Wisconsin

Milwaukee-founded organization enters next chapter of growth after more than 50 years of advancing women leaders

After more than five decades of building Wisconsin’s most influential network for women leaders, TEMPO Milwaukee today announced its first geographic expansion beyond Wisconsin with the launch of TEMPO St. Louis. The milestone represents an important next chapter for the Milwaukee-founded organization and the culmination of years of strategic planning, market research and due diligence. It also marks the first time TEMPO will take the model, expertise and member experience it has built in Milwaukee and extend it to another region.

Read TEMPO’s full press release here.
Milwaukee Business Journal coverage: TEMPO expands out of state, building on local growth
St. Louis Business Journal coverage: Women's leadership organization expands to St. Louis after 50 years in Milwaukee
The St. Louis American coverage: Women's leadership organization TEMPO launches new St. Louis chapter 

TEMPO Research Finds Workplace Barriers Threaten Milwaukee's Female Talent Pipeline

TEMPO's Voices of Women at Work: The Milwaukee Experience study reveals that the conversation about women in leadership is far from a celebration — it's an urgent call to action. A survey of executive and emerging women leaders conducted in February 2026, found that 41% of respondents have considered leaving Milwaukee for better professional opportunities. Caregiving demands (43%), burnout (39%), and sponsorship gaps were identified as top barriers to advancement.

Read TEMPO's full press release here.
Milwaukee Business Journal "Women Executives See Challenges in Milwaukee Workplace" coverage here.
Urban Milwaukee "TEMPO Research Finds Workplace Barriers Threaten Milwaukee's Female Talent Pipeline" coverage here.
BizTimes Milwaukee "Milwaukee Risks Losing Women Leaders Over Advancement Barriers, Study Finds" coverage here. 

TEMPO Elects New Board of Directors as Organization Continues Legacy of Empowering Women Leaders

TEMPO members have elected new officers and directors to its 2026-2027 Board of Directors and TEMPO Foundation Board at the organization’s Annual Meeting, effective May 1, 2026. The leadership transition comes as TEMPO advances the next phase of its 2026–2029 strategic plan, deepening its commitment to engagement, value, advocacy and impact.

Read TEMPO's full press release here.

TEMPO Foundation Invests in 12 Women Leaders Through Professional Development Grants

The TEMPO Foundation, established in 2011 as TEMPO’s 501(c)(3) charitable arm, has provided more than $525,000 in educational scholarships and over $100,000 in professional development grants to both emerging and experienced women leaders in the Milwaukee community. TEMPO’s grants are specifically designed to invest in the professional growth of Milwaukee area women at every stage of their careers. The grants address a critical need in our region. TEMPO’s recent “Voices of Women at Work: The Milwaukee Experience” research —a survey of 212 women across Southeastern Wisconsin — revealed significant gaps in sponsorship, professional development access, and organizational support for women leaders.

Read TEMPO's full press release here.

TEMPO: 50 Years of Breaking Barriers, Building Leaders

 Thank you to the Milwaukee Business Journal for the special highlight in its Anniversary Section. As TEMPO marks its 50th Anniversary, we are privileged to be featured alongside so many outstanding local business marking milestone years.

Our legacy has been built on the collective strength of women who believed in a vision, pushed boundaries, and created opportunities where few existed. We are proud to be part of a business community that uplifts innovation, leadership, and impact.

Explore the Anniversary Section here. 

TEMPO Elects New Board of Directors as Organization Celebrates 50 Years of Empowering Women Leaders

As TEMPO celebrates its momentous 50th Anniversary of furthering the impact of women leaders in our community, members have elected Ana Simpson, CEO of Girl Scouts of Wisconsin Southeast, as board chair of the organization effective May 1, 2025. Read more here.