Sarah Lacy

Sarah Lacy is an accomplished American technology journalist, entrepreneur, and author, known for her advocacy for working mothers. She is the founder and CEO of Chairman Mom, a subscription-based community platform designed for working mothers to engage in candid discussions about the challenges they face, free from judgment. Lacy launched Chairman Mom in April 2018, aiming to create a supportive environment where women can share experiences and seek advice on various topics related to motherhood and career.234

Before founding Chairman Mom, Lacy co-founded PandoDaily, a technology news site, in 2012, which she built into a profitable investigative journalism platform. She has a notable background in journalism, having worked for publications like TechCrunch and BusinessWeek, and has been recognized as one of the top businesswomen in the world by Forbes in 2012.345

Lacy is also the author of several books, including A Uterus Is a Feature, Not a Bug: The Working Woman’s Guide to Overthrowing the Patriarchy, which combines memoir and manifesto elements, focusing on the empowerment of working mothers.135 Her career reflects a commitment to addressing the unique challenges faced by women in the workplace, particularly those who are mothers, and she continues to be an influential voice in discussions about gender and leadership in the tech industry.