Irene Mora
| Women's career and motherhood advocate
About
Irene Mora is a professional speaker affiliated with Duke University who addresses the complex challenges faced by women pursuing both motherhood and career advancement. She brings her insights to audiences seeking to understand how these dual aspirations can coexist and thrive together.
Mora has shared her perspectives on prestigious platforms, including speaking at TED 2017, where she reached a global audience with her message about women navigating professional ambitions alongside family goals. Her work focuses on the real-world experiences of women who refuse to choose between their career trajectories and their desire for motherhood, offering frameworks and insights for both individuals and organizations.
Through her speaking engagements, Mora contributes to important conversations about workplace flexibility, career planning, and the systemic changes needed to support women's full participation in professional life while building families. Her expertise resonates with audiences ranging from corporate teams to educational institutions seeking to create more inclusive and supportive environments.
What Irene Talks About
Balancing motherhood and career advancement for women professionals
Creating workplace policies that support working mothers
Breaking down false choices between family and professional success
Organizational strategies for retaining talented women through major life transitions
Personal and professional decision-making for women pursuing both parenthood and careers
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For women in pursuit of motherhood and a career
Irene Mora credits her own ambition and drive to her mother, the successful CEO of a multinational company. From her unique childhood -- hopping around the world and being exposed to new environments -- Mora learned valuable skills that later informed and helped her excel in business, including adaptability, authenticity and independence. Mora encourages mothers to pursue a family and a career -- their kids may just thank them for it.
| Event | Year | Location |
|---|---|---|
| TED | 2017 | 🇨🇦Vancouver, Canada |
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