Why I Created Circles
Hi, I'm Tahmeka Thompson
I created Circles because professional women have few spaces where they can speak honestly about their careers, workplace experiences, and the decisions they are trying to make.
I wanted to build something more consistent than a networking event and more collaborative than traditional professional development. I wanted to learn from and share knowledge with other women. Circles is designed to give women space to think, connect, and build relationships that develop over time.
FAQs
Is Circles only for Black women?
No. Circles is built with Black women in mind and open to all women.
The community intentionally creates space for the experiences and perspectives of Black women while welcoming women who value being part of that conversation.
Do I have to participate in everything?
Circles isn't a program you have to complete.
Your membership gives you access to a range of experiences. Choose what is useful to you based on where you are and what you need.
You might come to a workshop, join an Accountability Circle, attend a senior leader conversation, or simply show up for the conversation.
Can I invite a friend?
Community members can invite one friend to experience Circles for 30 days.
The 30-day experience gives your friend a chance to see what Circles is like before deciding whether membership is right for her.
What is The Ceilings?
The Ceilings is a proprietary framework developed by The Circle to help members examine the factors that may be shaping their professional experiences and career decisions.
The framework is designed to help members look beyond the most obvious explanation, consider different influences on a situation, and reflect more deeply on what may be happening.
Members will use The Ceilings as part of the Circles experience and receive related reflection tools and materials.
Do I need to live in a particular city?
No. While there are in-person events and meetings. Most content will take place in a virtual environment.
What happens after I apply?
We review applications and follow up if there are any questions or concerns. You’ll receive an email from us with next steps to join. Then, you’ll get your onboarding information.