Executives - Who Ascend Serves

Executives

Ascend’s Executive Network (AEN) takes a holistic approach to supporting talented executives through mutual connection, career development programming, and mentorship as they work toward their next level.

About AEN

About AEN

Designed for the executives of today, the Ascend Executive Network combines professional development programming with peer-to-peer connection and community-oriented advocacy training. Together, we envision a network wherein executives can grow their own careers, uplift their colleagues, and foster strategies for greater collective well-being.

AEN Member Benefits

AEN Member Benefits

Our diverse programming focuses on developing well-rounded executives through robust professional development training, board directorship education, and connections with talented colleagues across the Fortune 1000.

Benefits Include:

  • Exclusive access to mentoring and networking series designed to foster valuable connections and mentorship opportunities

  • An extensive resource library curated and equipped with insightful content tailored to executive career growth 

  • Membership in sector-specific affinity groups aimed at driving API representation across a variety of industries

  • Exclusive board opportunity updates, posted monthly, so you get priority access to major upcoming leadership opportunities

  • Special members-only rates to attend valuable Ascend networking events nationwide 

AEN Membership Criteria

AEN Membership Criteria

This level of Ascend membership is right for API professionals who are currently:

  • C-Suite executive in Fortune 1000 or equivalent within 3 levels of the Enterprise CEO 

  • Senior executive at a top-tier professional services firm or equivalent 

  • Thought leader, top-tier entrepreneur, or recognized leader in non-profit

  • Serving on the board of a public or private company/foundation with revenue exceeding $250M

For more information about our executive network, reach out to aen@ascendleadership.org