Talia Bender Small

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ABOUT TALIA BENDER SMALL

Talia Bender Small is the President of The Female Quotient (The FQ), a leading media and events company with the largest community of women in business. The FQ produces premium events, editorial, and social content that connect the world’s top brands with influential women leaders around the world across 30 industries.Joining The FQ at its inception, Talia rose from university intern to President in just seven years, driving the company’s transformation into a global media business. She oversees strategy, operations, and partnerships with more than 200 Fortune 500 companies, leading growth initiatives that have expanded The FQ’s reach to a highly influential audience. Under her leadership, The FQ has built the first and largest community of women leaders at the world’s most influential gatherings - including the World Economic Forum in Davos, Cannes Lions, CES, the Super Bowl, Formula 1 races, and more. She has also spearheaded the company’s expansion into a robust media network, delivering measurable value for partners through integrated campaigns, branded content, thought leadership, and high-visibility activations.Talia has been recognized as a Forbes 30 Under 30 honoree in Marketing & Advertising, a Trailblazer by New York Women in Communications, and a Bill & Melinda Gates Foundation Goalkeeper. She serves on the NYU Steinhardt Dean\'s Alumni Advisory Board and in 2024, The Female Quotient was named one of Fast Company’s Brands That Matter.Her passion lies in building community and networks for women, helping them rise into leadership, and supporting them in achieving their fullest potential.