I'm so fortunate to have had the opportunity to engage with strong, female C-suite executives early on in my career. With their mentorship, paired with exposure to some of Canada's most celebrated female corporate directors and business leaders, my professional story has evolved into one I could never have scripted. These women taught me to be bold, out front, infinitely curious, and confident to ask questions - especially when in pursuit of growth and meaningful contribution. These gifted advisors helped lay a path that would eventually lead me to exploring Web 3 with a sincere interest in how the technology may help shape the future of many sectors. I see this emerging arena as ripe for thought leadership and innovation by women and underrepresented groups. As I reflect on the important data and trends highlighted in the Rosenzweig Report, I appreciate how unique my journey has been - my story of professional female empowerment at the highest levels of leadership is not the norm. It's time to change that.

–	Ashley Smith (aka “Bored Becky”), Board Director at B.C. Real Estate Association, Past-Chair of Real Estate Board of Greater Vancouver, Realtor, Business in Vancouver Forty under 40, Co-Owner of Fame Lady Squad (NFT Collectibles Project), Co-Host of From The Blockchain Podcast