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Salesforce Chief Philanthropy Officer Ebony Beckwith on Being a Boss
March 31, 2021
Robin Stokes

Her path to career success was not a straight line, and that’s one of the reasons why her story is so interesting. With over 12 years at Salesforce, this influential leader in technology talks career milestones, driving equality in the workplace, and the best gift employers can give their employees.
Before we dive into your career journey, can you tell us who the early influencers were in your life?
What does that message mean to you and how has it played out in your career?
You have held multiple roles during your time at Salesforce. Was there a shift from when you saw yourself as a manager to when you saw yourself as a leader? What was the change?
You co-lead the Racial Equality and Justice Task Force which was launched to help drive systemic change across four P’s — people, purchasing, philanthropy, and policy. What was it like to stand up this Task Force and what does the work mean to you?
You are deliberate about using your platform to advocate for people of color. This is powerful especially because you are one of the most senior Black women in the tech industry. What does this platform mean to you and why is it so important to empower others along the way?
You have developed a strong personal brand in the workplace. What tips do you have for others who are thinking about shaping their personal brand and developing a reputation for excellence?
Speaking of tips, let’s talk about your #BossNotes series on LinkedIn where you share leadership advice. In a recent note, you talk about the power of asking for help. How has asking for help and lending support to others enriched your life?
What are some ways companies can actively support their women employees at work, especially while we work through a pandemic?
How can we all drive gender equality in the workplace? From people leaders to policies, to being allies — what are some factors that you believe are important on this path to gender equality?
Who are the Trailblazing Women that you admire and why?
If you wrote an autobiography one day, what would you title it?
The title is tough, but I know the chapters. Maybe Becoming A Boss or who knows, maybe #BossNotes will take off...
At Salesforce, we are committed to advancing gender equality in the workplace and in society. Click here to view the recap of our third-annual gender equality summit, Trailblazing Women, where we heard from inspiring authors, business leaders, and activists. If you’re interested in a career at Salesforce, visit our careers page.
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