39.8% of companies have no female representation on their boards of directors.
Only 18.8% of people serving on Board of Directors are women.
WE are here to change that.
The Women’s Exchange (WE) exists to bring visible and equitable female representation to boards of directors.
WE is a community of women who are willing to use their networks and influence to encourage women to achieve success and leadership roles in Tampa Bay.
WE seek to transform the dynamic for women by providing access, advice, and advocacy for women seeking positions on boards of directors. Through the sharing of values and professional experiences, our members can increase the number of women in leadership.
Together, WE can lead Tampa to new levels of growth and productivity.
Meet Our Board

Maruchi Azorin
Owner, Villa Rosa Distinctive Linens

Bridgette Bello
President & Publisher, Tampa Bay Business Journal

Trimeka Benjamin
President, Swim Digital Group

Renee Dabbs
Principal, Renee Dabbs, LLC

Katie Franco
Senior Director, Best Buddies International

Sandy Murman
County Commissioner, Hillsborough, Florida

Kathleen Peters
State Representative, Florida House of Representatives

Karen Seel
County Commissioner, Pinellas, Florida

Kathleen Shanahan
Chairman of the Board, Ground Works Solutions

Deborah Cox-Roush
DCR Creative Solutions of Florida