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Dee Spalding
Founder and CEO, The WIE Suite
Dee Poku Spalding is an entrepreneur, women's advocate, and influential figure in the business world. She is the founder and CEO of The WIE Suite, a private membership community and peer learning platform for women in leadership.1
Background and Career
Born in the UK and raised between London and Accra, Dee has an extensive background in marketing and entertainment.2 She held senior marketing roles at Paramount Pictures and Focus Features, where she worked on numerous award-winning films and collaborated with high-profile actors.1
The WIE Suite
The WIE Suite, founded by Dee, aims to redefine how women leaders achieve success. It provides community and tools for women to thrive at the highest levels and works with companies to accelerate growth by helping them attract, retain, and grow talent.12
Other Initiatives
- Co-founded The WIE Network in 2010, pioneering one of the early modern women's conferences
- Launched Black Women Raise, an initiative to help black female founders raise growth capital and scale up1
Recognition and Influence
Dee has been recognized for her work in various ways:
- Named one of Marie Claire Magazine's 50 women changing the world
- Designated a Crain's Notable Black Leader
- Won a Gold Anthem Award from the Webbys1
Board Positions and Advisory Roles
- Board of Directors: The Gotham Institute of Film and the Brooklyn Bridge Conservancy
- DEI steering committee: British Academy of Film & Television (BAFTA)1
Dee Poku Spalding is a frequent speaker on women's workplace advancement and community building, sharing her insights at various high-profile events and institutions.12
