When Attivo was founded, we wanted to build a different kind of accounting and finance firm. We wanted to stand out, not just in the expertise we offered our clients, but in how we showed up for each other, how we collaborated, and who we saw leading our teams.
Today, over 80% of Attivo’s management team are women– a statistic I’m incredibly proud of, especially as a female co-founder and a mom. In the worlds of accounting, finance, tech, and consulting, this kind of representation is rare. For Attivo, it’s the result of intentional culture-building, shared values, and systems designed to recognize and elevate talent beyond surface-level perceptions.
Culture and Competence: Growing into Leadership
At Attivo, competence is more than technical skills– it’s about how you show up for your team, how you think through a client’s problem, and how you lift others as you grow. It’s foundational to what we call our “6 C’s,” a framework that anchors our consulting model and leadership style.
Attivo’s consulting model is intentionally designed to provide meaningful client exposure from the start, allowing people (especially women who might have been overlooked elsewhere) to rapidly build confidence and demonstrate their capabilities.
I’ve watched so many women on our team navigate complex projects, earn the respect of CEOs and CFOs, and grow into confident, capable leaders. There’s nothing more rewarding.
Flexibility and Connection: Designed for Real Life
Flexibility isn’t a concession; it’s essential to Attivo’s success. As a working mom, I know firsthand the delicate balance between professional ambitions and caregiving responsibilities. That experience shaped my determination to create a genuinely human workplace.
Our connections happen through structured mentoring, dynamic learning journeys, and everyday interactions rooted in genuine respect. At Attivo, we mean it when we say people bring their whole selves to work. We’ve built the workplace we wish had existed earlier in our careers.
Curiosity and Community: Making Space for Growth
At Attivo, leadership comes in many forms. You don’t have to fit a mold or work in a particular way. You just need to be curious, competent, and committed to growth. And we’ll meet you with the mentoring, community, and opportunity to make it happen.
I deeply believe in backing someone’s potential, particularly when they’re not accustomed to seeing themselves as leaders. This belief fuels the magic of our team, turning potential into meaningful impact.
I didn’t always see people like me in leadership roles. I understand how impactful representation can be. Today, I’m privileged to work alongside incredible women who lead with intelligence, integrity, and meaningful impact. At Attivo, we’re not just checking a box– we’re rewriting the story. And we’re just getting started.
Courage: Acknowledging Barriers and Leading Anyway
We don’t pretend the barriers aren’t real. We name them. We talk openly about limited representations, burnout, gender bias, and the double standards women still face—especially in high-performance, client-facing industries.
But we also celebrate the courage it takes to lead differently. To bring empathy and edge into the same conversation. To say no to outdated expectations and build something better instead.
When I look around our leadership table and see women thriving—not just surviving—it reminds me why we started this in the first place.
Looking Forward: Scaling with Purpose
As Attivo grows, we remain committed to scaling our values alongside our business. Leadership development here isn’t just a checkbox; it’s ingrained in our DNA. I invite future hires, current team members, and industry peers to view our approach as a viable model rather than a miracle.
