Transforming the Landscape of Business Leadership
Transforming the Landscape of Business Leadership
Transforming the Landscape of Business Leadership
How WE Began
A decade ago, research-industry pioneer Shelley Zalis found herself to be the “only” in too many conference rooms.
She knew she needed to change the equation for everyone in the workplace.
The FQ Lounge™ was born at CES and is now the place where business happens—a powerful platform for storytelling, partnerships, and community engagement that fuels progress.
From a Moment to A Movement
Today, The Female Quotient is changing the equation for everyone, strategically partnering with the most influential businesses in the world through experiences, media and advisory.
We have the largest global community of women in business across every industry.
A HUG, HELLO AND A YES!
A HUG,
HELLO
AND A YES!
A HUG,
HELLO
AND A YES!
Our team is made up of leaders and rising stars sharing curiosity, courage and passion. We are committed to shaping the future through conversations that drive intentional action and create lasting impact.
We believe in collaboration, the Power of the Pack™ and a welcoming culture for all. No exceptions.
Our Founder
and CEO
Our Founder and CEO
Shelley Zalis—CEO, Founder, and “Chief Troublemaker” of The Female Quotient—is a trailblazing entrepreneur, three-time movement maker, and global advocate for creating a workplace for everyone. She is redefining the rules of leadership and driving systemic change.
At The Female Quotient, Zalis built the largest global community of women in business, uniting more than 6 million women across 30 industries in more than 100 countries. The organization is renowned for its signature FQ Lounge™, spaces found at industry conferences sparking conversations and collective action to close the gap.
Previously, Zalis transformed the market research sector by founding Online Testing Exchange (OTX), which she later sold to Ipsos. She also co-created #SeeHer, an initiative promoting accurate portrayals of women and girls in media.
A sought-after thought leader, Zalis is a LinkedIn Top 20 Most Influential Voice, and a contributor to TIME, Forbes, and IMD. Her accolades include the Matrix Award, Industry Legend Award, Mosaic Award, EY Entrepreneur of the Year, and a spot on the Global Leaders 50 List. In 2024, The Female Quotient was named one of Fast Company’s Brands That Matter.
