{"version":1,"type":"rich","provider_name":"Libsyn","provider_url":"https:\/\/www.libsyn.com","height":90,"width":600,"title":"#10 Up with Women Entrepreneurs, Aunties Together, Enduring Friendship - Leah Williams, CEO Digital Undivided","description":"In this episode of 100 Days of Kamala, we dive into the rich and heartfelt bond between Vice President Kamala Harris and Leah Williams, CEO of Digital Undivided. Leah leads a network of nearly 20,000 women of color founders committed to reshaping the entrepreneurial and investment landscape. As she tells host Priya Clemens, Leah and Kamala share a friendship that began in their early years as new lawyers and has grown into a lifelong connection. Leah fondly recalls, \u201cShe was described to me as someone you got to meet\u2026 someone who was forward-thinking on so many of the issues we were working on at the time around diversifying the legal profession.\u201d Leah paints an intimate picture of Kamala\u2019s character: \u201cShe\u2019s indefatigable\u2026 no one will outwork her,\u201d she says, while sharing stories that showcase Kamala\u2019s tireless dedication and vision. One particularly memorable experience was Kamala\u2019s involvement in a pivotal 2006 gathering aimed at supporting San Francisco\u2019s youth. \u201cShe wanted to be part of the conversation at the root cause of many issues,\u201d Leah reflects, emphasizing Kamala\u2019s proactive leadership. Their friendship blossomed over shared values and deep family ties. Leah shares touching moments of how Kamala\u2019s supportive nature extended to her own family: \u201cShe is an aunt every day of the week\u2026 and she knows how much it means to me when she connects with my daughters.\u201d These moments underscore the genuine, caring side of Kamala that few get to see. As they explore their mutual dedication to uplifting women, Leah discusses the urgent need to address systemic inequities in the investment landscape: \u201cWomen of color, particularly African-American women, are the fastest-growing group of entrepreneurs\u2026 yet they have the lowest rate of investment.\u201d This mission aligns seamlessly with Kamala\u2019s vision of empowering future leaders. \u201cYou don\u2019t need permission to lead,\u201d Leah notes, echoing one of Kamala\u2019s guiding principles. Join us for an inspiring conversation filled with personal stories, profound advocacy, and an unwavering commitment to fostering change and progress.   ","author_name":"100 Days of Kamala","author_url":"https:\/\/www.100daysofkamala.news\/","html":"