{"id":140444,"date":"2019-05-28T02:00:13","date_gmt":"2019-05-28T09:00:13","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/fabfitfun.com\/magazine\/?p=140444"},"modified":"2019-05-31T11:30:59","modified_gmt":"2019-05-31T18:30:59","slug":"the-fabbys-alex-williamson","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/fabfitfun.com\/magazine\/the-fabbys-alex-williamson\/","title":{"rendered":"The Fabbys: Alex Williamson, Chief Brand Officer of Bumble"},"content":{"rendered":"<p>After years of experience in film and production, Alex Williamson was offered a three-month contract at Bumble to oversee the brand&#8217;s social media. Now, she works as the Chief Brand Officer and has since helped shape the brand to what it is today.<\/p>\n<p>Through her work at Bumble and as a female leader in the tech space, Williamson hopes to empower women to never stop hustling and &#8220;to build more seats at the table\u00a0for women in the future.&#8221; Check out our exclusive interview with the #ladyboss below.<\/p>\n<p><em><strong>Why do you think it&#8217;s important for women to be in positions of leadership?<\/strong><\/em><br \/>\nRepresentation matters. In order to cultivate the next generation of leaders, future leaders need to see people who look like them in a various array of leadership positions across many industries. That also means we need diverse representation in leadership across all genders, sexual orientations, ethnicities, and socio-economic backgrounds.<\/p>\n<p><em><strong>What does success mean to you?<\/strong><\/em><br \/>\nSuccess is being able to look yourself in the mirror and see a person who you are proud to know. For me, this is rooted in values and integrity, and knowing that I\u2019ve tried my best to put good in the world. I think you can do this wherever you are, in whatever job you have.<\/p>\n<div style=\"text-align: center;\">\n<blockquote class=\"instagram-media\" style=\"background: #FFF; border: 0; border-radius: 3px; box-shadow: 0 0 1px 0 rgba(0,0,0,0.5),0 1px 10px 0 rgba(0,0,0,0.15); margin: 1px; max-width: 500px; min-width: 326px; padding: 0; width: calc(100% - 2px);\" data-instgrm-permalink=\"https:\/\/www.instagram.com\/p\/BtWS8a6HTmg\/\" data-instgrm-version=\"12\">\n<div style=\"padding: 16px;\">\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<div style=\"display: flex; flex-direction: row; align-items: center;\"><\/div>\n<div style=\"padding: 19% 0;\"><\/div>\n<div style=\"display: block; height: 50px; margin: 0 auto 12px; width: 50px;\"><\/div>\n<div style=\"padding-top: 8px;\">\n<div style=\"color: #3897f0; font-family: Arial,sans-serif; font-size: 14px; font-style: normal; font-weight: 550; line-height: 18px;\">View this post on Instagram<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<div style=\"padding: 12.5% 0;\"><\/div>\n<div style=\"display: flex; flex-direction: row; margin-bottom: 14px; align-items: center;\"><\/div>\n<div style=\"display: flex; flex-direction: column; flex-grow: 1; justify-content: center; margin-bottom: 24px;\"><\/div>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<p style=\"color: #c9c8cd; font-family: Arial,sans-serif; font-size: 14px; line-height: 17px; margin-bottom: 0; margin-top: 8px; overflow: hidden; padding: 8px 0 7px; text-align: center; text-overflow: ellipsis; white-space: nowrap;\"><a style=\"color: #c9c8cd; font-family: Arial,sans-serif; font-size: 14px; font-style: normal; font-weight: normal; line-height: 17px; text-decoration: none;\" href=\"https:\/\/www.instagram.com\/p\/BtWS8a6HTmg\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">A post shared by Alex Williamson (@williamson)<\/a> on <time style=\"font-family: Arial,sans-serif; font-size: 14px; line-height: 17px;\" datetime=\"2019-02-01T17:57:49+00:00\">Feb 1, 2019 at 9:57am PST<\/time><\/p>\n<\/div>\n<\/blockquote>\n<p><script async src=\"\/\/www.instagram.com\/embed.js\"><\/script><\/p>\n<\/div>\n<p><em><strong>What kind of legacy do you hope to leave for women in your industry?<\/strong><\/em><br \/>\nI hope to leave a legacy of kindness and empowerment. I think bringing your authentic self to the office to bring your unique perspective to a brand is so important, and I hope more women feel supported to do that. We also want to be known for building more seats at the table for women in the future. I really hope to be involved in lots of other people\u2019s success. That\u2019s the dream \u2013 to have helped people find their potential.<\/p>\n<p><em><strong>What&#8217;s the best advice you could ever give?<\/strong><\/em><br \/>\nI\u2019ve always believed that if you\u2019re enthusiastic, hungry, and ready to hustle for what you\u2019re doing, that becomes an unstoppable force. The connection I had with the brand\u2019s mission to end misogyny and empower women inspired me to be innovative and think outside the box. This is also how I was able to turn my three-month contract position into a full-time position and ultimately grow within Bumble. Ignore what everyone else is doing so you can stand out and build something uniquely your own.<\/p>\n<p><em><strong>How do you drown out the negative criticism and stay authentic to yourself?<\/strong><\/em><br \/>\nWhen we were first launching Bumble, so many people told us &#8220;no&#8221; and that our idea would never work. Whitney always reminded the early team to \u201ckeep your blinders on like a racehorse.\u201d Meaning: Ignore the negativity. Just keep moving forward toward your goal with complete faith and belief in what you\u2019re doing.<\/p>\n<div style=\"text-align: center;\">\n<blockquote class=\"instagram-media\" style=\"background: #FFF; border: 0; border-radius: 3px; box-shadow: 0 0 1px 0 rgba(0,0,0,0.5),0 1px 10px 0 rgba(0,0,0,0.15); margin: 1px; max-width: 500px; min-width: 326px; padding: 0; width: calc(100% - 2px);\" data-instgrm-permalink=\"https:\/\/www.instagram.com\/p\/Bxie7FSnHNv\/\" data-instgrm-version=\"12\">\n<div style=\"padding: 16px;\">\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<div style=\"display: flex; flex-direction: row; align-items: center;\"><\/div>\n<div style=\"padding: 19% 0;\"><\/div>\n<div style=\"display: block; height: 50px; margin: 0 auto 12px; width: 50px;\"><\/div>\n<div style=\"padding-top: 8px;\">\n<div style=\"color: #3897f0; font-family: Arial,sans-serif; font-size: 14px; font-style: normal; font-weight: 550; line-height: 18px;\">View this post on Instagram<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<div style=\"padding: 12.5% 0;\"><\/div>\n<div style=\"display: flex; flex-direction: row; margin-bottom: 14px; align-items: center;\"><\/div>\n<div style=\"display: flex; flex-direction: column; flex-grow: 1; justify-content: center; margin-bottom: 24px;\"><\/div>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<p style=\"color: #c9c8cd; font-family: Arial,sans-serif; font-size: 14px; line-height: 17px; margin-bottom: 0; margin-top: 8px; overflow: hidden; padding: 8px 0 7px; text-align: center; text-overflow: ellipsis; white-space: nowrap;\"><a style=\"color: #c9c8cd; font-family: Arial,sans-serif; font-size: 14px; font-style: normal; font-weight: normal; line-height: 17px; text-decoration: none;\" href=\"https:\/\/www.instagram.com\/p\/Bxie7FSnHNv\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">A post shared by Alex Williamson (@williamson)<\/a> on <time style=\"font-family: Arial,sans-serif; font-size: 14px; line-height: 17px;\" datetime=\"2019-05-16T21:38:57+00:00\">May 16, 2019 at 2:38pm PDT<\/time><\/p>\n<\/div>\n<\/blockquote>\n<p><script async src=\"\/\/www.instagram.com\/embed.js\"><\/script><\/p>\n<\/div>\n<p><em><strong>How do you define happiness?<\/strong><\/em><br \/>\nHappiness is being kind to yourself and being surrounded by people who are kind to you too. Oh, and a sense of humor. Take your work seriously, but lighten up on yourself. We&#8217;re all doing the best we can.<\/p>\n<p><em><strong>When things get crazy, what&#8217;s one thing you always remember to do for yourself?<\/strong><\/em><br \/>\nCheck in with my friends and family. It\u2019s so important for me to be connected with them. They help keep me grounded and feel supported.<\/p>\n<p><em><strong>What&#8217;s the last movie or book you&#8217;ve read that made you feel empowered?<\/strong><\/em><br \/>\n<em>Heart Talk<\/em> by Cleo Wade. She\u2019s one of my favorite people, and her poetry is incredibly moving. She encourages readers to rip out pages that speak to them and post them around the house, which is an idea I especially love. I\u2019ve been trying to prioritize myself and my own well-being, and I feel like this book is one of the first things I pick up when I need extra encouragement.<\/p>\n<p>xx, The FabFitFun Team<\/p>\n<p class=\"p1\">Want more from The Fabbys honorees? <a href=\"http:\/\/fff.me\/thefabbys\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Click here for exclusive Q&amp;As and guest articles<\/a>.<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":"After years of experience in film and production, Alex Williamson was offered a three-month contract ...","author":272854,"featured_media":140446,"comment_status":"open","ping_status":"closed","sticky":false,"template":"","format":"standard","meta":[],"categories":[482],"tags":[516],"thumbnail_url":"https:\/\/static.fabfitfun.com\/magazine\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/05\/20162919\/Screen-Shot-2019-05-20-at-4.28.52-PM.jpg","thumbnail_url_middle_card":"https:\/\/static.fabfitfun.com\/magazine\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/05\/20162919\/Screen-Shot-2019-05-20-at-4.28.52-PM-386x200.jpg","formated_date":"May 28, 2019","category_name":"The Fabbys","category_icon":"","author_name":"","trending":false,"sponsored":false,"random_color":"#c2cbfc","_links":{"self":[{"href":"https:\/\/fabfitfun.com\/magazine\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts\/140444"}],"collection":[{"href":"https:\/\/fabfitfun.com\/magazine\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts"}],"about":[{"href":"https:\/\/fabfitfun.com\/magazine\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/types\/post"}],"author":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/fabfitfun.com\/magazine\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/users\/272854"}],"replies":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/fabfitfun.com\/magazine\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/comments?post=140444"}],"version-history":[{"count":0,"href":"https:\/\/fabfitfun.com\/magazine\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts\/140444\/revisions"}],"wp:featuredmedia":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/fabfitfun.com\/magazine\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/media\/140446"}],"wp:attachment":[{"href":"https:\/\/fabfitfun.com\/magazine\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/media?parent=140444"}],"wp:term":[{"taxonomy":"category","embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/fabfitfun.com\/magazine\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/categories?post=140444"},{"taxonomy":"post_tag","embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/fabfitfun.com\/magazine\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/tags?post=140444"}],"curies":[{"name":"wp","href":"https:\/\/api.w.org\/{rel}","templated":true}]}}