Emily Lampkin, Founder, Women Leaders Series

Lampkin presented to WeLead2025. She is a highly sought-after speaker and advisor, known for empowering women leaders in corporate, non-profit, education, and political sectors to hone their skills and maximize opportunities. With a pragmatic style and actionable advice, she has trained thousands of women globally through her dynamic, one-of-a-kind “Women Leaders Series” workshop.

Recognized as one of Washington, DC's most respected connectors, Lampkin has worked in American politics for thirty years. Her passion is electing more women to office and serves on the board of two of the largest PACs that support women running for Congress. She excels at threading policy and cultural priorities into communications that influence and resonate.

A frequent media contributor on major TV networks, radio, podcasts, and social platforms, Lampkin is committed to building a multi-decade pipeline of diverse female leaders. She speaks at universities and schools, including Georgetown University, University of Missouri, and the London School of Economics, inspiring the next generation of women.

She serves as a member of the U.S. Department of State Speakers Program, collaborating with U.S. embassies worldwide to promote core American values. As a member of the Women’s Democracy Network Advisory Council, she trains women globally to assume leadership roles in emerging democracies. Lampkin was recently appointed by Governor Glenn Youngkin as Northern Virginia’s representative to the Virginia Economic Development Partnership.

A proud St. Louis native, Lampkin graduated from the University of Missouri.