swell by rebelle
12-month peer mentorship for women leaders
SPENDING TIME AROUND PEOPLE WHO INSPIRE YOU WILL NOT ONLY AFFECT YOUR CAREER, IT WILL CHANGE YOUR LIFE.
But the reality is, many women do not have a trustworthy, unbiased support system that encourages them to grow personally and professionally.
Women spend more time working and less time networking as compared to their male counterparts
Successful women doubt their own abilities to contribute value, which holds them back from building their network.
41% of women find that their exclusion from informal networks is a barrier to their professional advancement.
you don’t have to do it alone.
Women who meet regularly with an inner circle are more likely to attain higher levels of leadership.
(Source) Proceedings of the National Academy of Sciences Jan 2019
We created SWELL by Rebelle after hearing from too many women that they were looking for people “like them”. These were successful leaders, both inside companies and business owners, who had been head down hustling for so long, they forgot to look up.
Some of them were further along than they thought they would be in their career, and others were wondering where to go from here. No matter what role they were in or what they had achieved, they all had one thing in common. They were missing connection with other leaders.
They wanted someone to talk to when things got weird at work, or when things were hard at home, someone who truly understood what they were going through and could help them decide where to go from here.
We started SWELL to have a way to connect these women with each other, to create a safe space to talk about what is on the minds of todays professional woman.
peer mentorship for women ready for their next level
we are interested in more than professional success
Our members have experienced transformation in many areas of their life…
Made a move from a Fortune 500 Company to a growing non-profit
Built a team from the ground up
Found a job after a layoff
Stepped in to a Vice President role with confidence
Onboarded support staff for their growing small business
Asked for a raise and a title that better reflected the work she was already doing
Sold a home and made a move
Took off on an endless road trip
Sent kids to college and re-prioritized everything
Wrote a book
Found a life partner, got married, and moved their business to a new city
Took back a client from a poacher
Pulled themself out of “work mode” and into strategic thinking about their career
You don’t have to know exactly what you want when you begin, you just have to get going.
how it works
Meet with a small group of leaders picked just for you, every month.
ENROLLMENT
Once you enroll, we will send you a short but comprehensive questionnaire so that we have a sense of who you are as both a professional and a person.
curation
Groups of no more than 6 members are assigned so that you are not only matched with professional equals, but also women navigating similar challenges within social relationships.
meetings
For one whole year, you meet with your cohort once a month for a 90-Minute session. These meetings include group conversations facilitated by our trusted leadership coaches.
Swell by Rebelle was one of the best decisions I made during the Pandemic. We laughed, we cried, we learned, we evolved, we celebrated "firsts" together.
-Jaclyn Ruelle, Managing Director, Cultural Impact & Brand Communications at The Martin Agency
surround yourself with women who want to support you
ambitious professionals
Leaders at the Manager and Director levels use SWELL to grow their teams, manage conflict, and build confidence to make their voice heard.
women in leadership
Leaders at the Vice President and Executive levels share their experience navigating the inside of organizations, refine their leadership style, and explore fulfillment both inside and outside of their 9-5 experience.
experienced business owners
Experienced business owners with more than 5 years operating share best practices, build their support teams, explore product offerings, and manage client challenges with a sounding board of their peers.
There was a lot going on in my world professionally before I joined SWELL. I made a decision after being with a company for 10 years (that I truly loved and thought I would retire from one day), I made the hard decision to leave. I changed jobs and it was terrifying. It was the hardest and best decision I made for my career but I also felt like I lost my people.
You spend 10 years and you have your go-tos, your accountability partners, the people you can ask the questions that you don’t want to ask in the meeting. Because of those changes, I was missing the camaraderie with other women that I work with and I really value those relationships.
Being new to a big company and putting COVID on top of that…
I really feel like the engagement and involvement with SWELL was a lifeline for me.
-Christine Rich, Author of Chronic + Marketing Director, DIY at Sherwin-Williams
our members see incredible results inside our program
A new level of confidence
A new ability to see your strengths through the eyes of your peers and communicate where and how you add value. This results in more fulfillment, ability to communicate your needs, and create your desired outcome.
clarity and action
Know where you are going next, explore opportunities for growth, weigh the pros and cons, all while taking action towards your next level with a supportive group behind you.
boundaries and balance
You will be challenged to follow through with what you express is your goal for an ideal future.
HONE YOUR LEADERSHIP STYLE
Understand how you communicate best and how you want to lead. Practice giving and receiving feedback in our round table format and take these skills back to your teams.
a true support system
Women who “get it” and are here for you no matter your successes or failures. A cheering squad and confidential exchange needed to help you achieve your next big move.
Now accepting applications
Your membership gives you 12-Month Access To:
A small group (no more than 6) of vetted women professionals to confide in, receive support from, and provide support in return
Monthly 90-minute moderated meetings with our expert facilitators
Access to our SWELL Alumni + Rebelle Community Network
Payment Plan
4 payments of $525
One Time Payment
1 Payment of $1999
Our next cohort will begin in April 2022. Space is limited and groups are assigned on a first come, first served basis.
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employer sponsorship information
Companies that invest in professional development opportunities for their employees enjoy greater retention and employee engagement which are directly correlated with financial and overall performance results.
Use our employer sponsorship guide to have your annual membership sponsored.
what members are saying about swell
We all came from such different backgrounds, but we were able to support each other.
Before joining SWELL, I was jumping around to a bunch of networking events, trying to figure out what my business would look like after moving to a new city.
I was floundering a little bit, I really missed having a community of business women or business people.
(In our SWELL cohort) we have been in our respective industries for quite a few years, so we have different strengths, but I find that we didn’t always talk about business. It was amazing how our personal lives were just as important as our business questions, because we aren’t one dimensional.
Jaqui DePas Schlosser
Owner By Jacqui Photography
We can be honest about the challenges, but also no one lowers the bar.
I think it’s hard to have peers at the same level of life or ambition, in particular for women who are in pursuit of the next level.
(As part of SWELL by Rebelle) I know that I have back up and social support for my plans, my limits and my dreams. It also helps to know you aren’t alone if trying to juggle a lot of different priorities including taking care of yourself.
Natalie Miller-Moore
Owner, Moore Than Words
member benefits + bonuses
join our spring cohort to access our full network
-Attend our SWELL Alumni Meet & Greet, Wednesday, April 13 (Richmond,VA)
-Attend our Pop Up Event, Wednesday, June 8 (Richmond, VA)
-Attend select in-person meetings with your cohort (Richmond, VA only)
Must apply by April 13th in order to access these bonuses.
swell by rebelle - frequently asked qs
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Our meetings take place virtually on the same day/time each month. Our meeting time is determined by consensus of each cohort and set at our first session together.
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Having time dedicated every month to check-in with a group of people who support you provides accountability, encouragement, and experience shared. We talk about professional challenges, personal goals, and encourage each other to grow as a leader.
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Your commitment to attend all 12 monthly sessions is key to the success of every member. We expect regular attendance, active participation, and confidentiality.
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We make considerable preparation to match our groups appropriately. We do not includes colleagues or direct competitors in a group. Requests for reassignment are assessed on a case by case basis.
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Yes! Email [email protected] in order to schedule a time to chat.
“I am in my second year as a SWELL member and it is a life changer.”
-Pollie Barden, Ph.D., Senior User Experience Researcher/Strategist
will this be the year you start investing in yourself?
We would be honored to support you in your growth.