“Who mentors the mentors?”

“There’s no such thing as a cold call in WBL.”

“How can I help you?”

These powerful mantras echo through the halls of  WBL, the longest-standing executive forum for women in healthcare leadership. And for our landmark 200th episode of Inspiring Women, we’re going back to where it all began.

Twenty-five years ago, Lynn Shapiro Snyder found herself one too many times as the only woman at the decision-making table. Instead of accepting this reality, she picked up the phone and made 60 cold calls to the most influential women in healthcare. One by one, they answered with a resounding “yes.” And WBL was born.

Join us for an intimate conversation with the visionaries who started it all: Lynn Shapiro Snyder, Jeannine Rivet, Carrie Valiant, and Marcia Nusgart. With candor, wisdom, and plenty of laughter, these pioneers share how their initial gathering evolved from a one-time retreat into a powerful network that has elevated thousands of women into leadership positions.

When women lead, we create a more just and equitable society—full stop. And today, WBL’s mission remains as vital as ever.

This 200th episode isn’t just a milestone; it’s a love song to trailblazing women everywhere—those who stand tall, who lift their voices, and who use their power to push, guide, and pull us all forward.

Join us for this celebration of legacy, leadership, and the sisterhood that continues to transform healthcare and beyond.