Frank & Eileen™ Institute for Women and Allies
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About Us

The Frank & Eileen™ Institute for Women and Allies is the first major comprehensive center of its kind at a premier school of business. We are devoted to leading a global community of courageous humans who drive economic growth, innovation, and positive social impact.

Strategic Objectives

Guided by the Babson Vision 2025, the Frank & Eileen™ Institute for Women and Allies has developed a strategic plan, grounded in four foundational pillars and aimed at leveraging its unique expertise in customized entrepreneurial education for women and harnessing Babson's distinct methodology. 

  • Pillar I: Enhancing Learner Experience and Programming
  • Pillar II: Innovating Educational Opportunities for Entrepreneurs Everywhere
  • Pillar III: Advancing Research and Thought Leadership in Global Women's Entrepreneurial Leadership
  • Pillar IV: Expanding the Women's Entrepreneurial Leadership Ecosystem

At the Frank & Eileen™ Institute for Women and Allies, we are building an entrepreneurial world in which all people thrive by dramatically increasing the impact of female leaders and their allies in every sector, enlightening the global community about the value of women’s entrepreneurial leadership, and empowering leaders to transform themselves, nations and generations while advancing equity, prosperity and progress for all. 

Frank & Eileen™ Institute is designed to encourage participants of any gender-identity to grapple with the historical and institutional biases faced by women and individuals who do not conform with traditional gender-related expectations in school or work environments.

Strategic Objectives

Frank & Eileen™ Institute's strategic objectives are aligned with Babson’s academic and institutional strategy. The focus begins with the internal Babson community and moves outward to the world.

  • Institute for All. Frank & Eileen™ Institute serves as the hub of Babson’s initiatives advancing women as contributors to social and economic value everywhere.
  • Gender-enlightened Campus. Advocates and cultivates a campus culture that supports future entrepreneurial leaders who understand, manage, and lead with gender aptitude.
  • Signature Learning Experiences. Designs and delivers educational programs that reflect intentional pedagogy, high-impact relevance, and differentiated faculty expertise.
  • Leading the World. As the recognized global leader in women’s entrepreneurial leadership research, pedagogy and practice.