About EWI

EWI has sustained its purpose and standards over the years because of the hundreds of exemplary women who have served as volunteers on boards and committees.

EWI is directed by a volunteer corporate board that provides quality leadership and guidance.  Chapters are also managed by volunteer boards, elected by representatives of the chapter.

Principles

Bring together key individuals from member firms of Executive Women International® to:

•  Achieve world-class status as an organization through applied standards of excellence.
•  Forge and cultivate mutual business and professional goals through personal association and interchange.
•  Afford the opportunities and structure for leadership and professional development.
•  Provide a wide scope of community, educational and philanthropic services, and contributions.
•  Encourage flexibility and adaptability in a membership as diverse in its demographics as in its interests, needs, and staying power.

EWI was established in 1938 as an association of key women working to promote their firms and improve their communities. Over 3500 companies and 5000 representatives are members of EWI today in 85 chapters located in major cities in the United States, Canada, and Europe.

In May 1939, the Los Angeles business community recognized the value of such an organization, and that city's chapter was chartered, and EWI was on its way.  Since then, additional cities throughout the United States, Canada, and Europe have joined, forming a prestigious and exclusive networking organization of key firms and individuals.

The organization achieved its "International" status when the first Canadian chapter was chartered in Calgary, Alberta in August 1964.

During the 30th Annual Meeting of the corporation (May 1977), the organization's name was changed to "Executive Women International®."   This change reflects the international expansion of the organization and recognizes the changing roles of women in business and the diverse careers held by its representatives.

EWI is now an organization of over 4,000 member firms and 5,000 representatives.

Through its extensive network, EWI representatives promote their firms through the exchange of information.  The organization fosters the development of professional skills through educational and service opportunities for its representatives.  While EWI is dedicated to the development and mentoring of its representatives, it also places a high value on the civic and philanthropic enrichment of our local and global communities.   To that end, EWI began fully administering the Business/Career/Development Program in 1988.

Whether you have an interest in higher education for high school students, adults in transitional situations, or philanthropic projects, EWI has a project that will enhance your life and benefit others.