# Beacon Leadership > Strategic thought partner to distinguished leaders and the organizations that depend on them. A decade of national Canadian research, immersive programs, and confidential executive counsel. Beacon Leadership develops women leaders who strengthen organizations. Founded by Janice McDonald, the firm combines research-driven leadership programs, corporate engagements, and private executive advisory. ## Pages - [Home](/): Overview of Beacon Leadership's research, programs, and advisory practice. - [Advanced Women's Leadership Program](/awlp): Flagship immersive cohort program for senior women leaders. - [Private Advisory & Executive Coaching](/coaching-application): Confidential one-to-one advisory engagements for senior leaders, by application. - [Insights](/insights): Long-form research and commentary on women's leadership and governance. ## Insights - [The Impact of Women in Leadership](/insights/impact-of-women-in-leadership) - [The ROI of Women's Leadership](/insights/roi-of-womens-leadership) - [Board Readiness for Women Executives](/insights/board-readiness-women-executives) - [Mentorship vs Sponsorship](/insights/mentorship-vs-sponsorship) - [Succession Planning When the Next CEO Should Be a Woman](/insights/ceo-succession-planning-women)