reacHIRE Partners with Bentley University’s Center for Women and Business to Launch the REACH Leadership Program

Waltham, MA – August 26, 2025 – reacHIRE and Bentley University’s Gloria Cordes Larson Center for Women and Business (CWB) today announced a new partnership to launch the REACH Leadership Program, a groundbreaking initiative designed to demystify and accelerate the path to c-level leadership.

As organizations grapple with rapid change, global complexity, and persistent gaps in leadership representation, the partnership between reacHIRE and Bentley CWB is both timely and urgent. Together, the two institutions bring unmatched expertise: reacHIRE’s track record of unlocking leadership potential for professionals at all levels of an organization and Bentley’s reputation for world-class faculty, business expertise, and research-driven learning. The result is a program built to advance careers while helping organizations strengthen their leadership pipelines.

"What sets REACH apart is its focus on the whole individual—supporting strengths, addressing growth areas, and unlocking potential—while combining coaching, peer learning, and the Aurora platform to create stronger leaders and stronger organizations,"” said Addie Swartz, Chief Executive Officer and Founder of reacHIRE.

Dr. Yaro Fong-Olivares, Executive Director of the CWB, underscored the urgency of this moment. “Now is exactly the right time to invest in yourself and take yourself to the next level. We are living in a complex environment where leaders must step up, think differently, and hone their skills; while recognizing that strategic relationships with other leaders are a key component for success.”

The REACH Leadership Program combines individualized coaching, collaborative peer learning, and targeted electives across core C-level roles, including CEO, CMO, CFO, CTO, and CPO. Delivered on reacHIRE’s proprietary professional development platform Aurora, participants gain both flexibility and access to a global community of peers, faculty, and senior executive Guides who provide the insights, accountability, and networks essential for long-term leadership success.

By combining CWB’s mission to educate and promote women+ leaders and Bentley’s world-renowned faculty with reacHIRE’s innovative platform and executive Guides, the REACH Leadership program offers more than just a career boost. It creates a bold new path to the C-level leadership aimed at developing stronger leaders and transforming the future of business.

About The Gloria Cordes Larson Center for Women and Business

The Gloria Cordes Larson Center for Women and Business (CWB) anchors all women+ programming at Bentley University, championing women+ leaders as catalysts for innovation and business success. We deliver dynamic, research-driven corporate programs that empower women+ leaders and help organizations foster inclusive cultures that enhance high-performing teams. With an emphasis on cohort-based learning and ongoing development, our tailored programs support leadership growth, succession planning, and organizational advancement. Learn more at www.bentley.edu/cwb.

About reacHIRE

reacHIRE partners with organizations to deliver global talent development programs at scale which boost engagement, strengthen culture, and build future-ready leaders across every career level. Guided by experienced executives and powered by its proprietary platform Aurora, these custom programs reflect each company’s culture and values while supporting growth for individuals and organizations. Learn more about all of the company’s talent development programs here.