Each Diversity Network Group (DNG) at IBM represents a grassroots effort and provides an opportunity for employees to share ideas on important issues. The mission of IBM’s Women’s DNG is to provide a forum for action and strategy at the country and regional levels to advance IBM’s business objectives by helping the women who comprise its membership to be more effective in the workplace. As the Women’s DNG expanded, regional DNGs were expected to follow a lifecycle focused on building internal connections and camaraderie; developing professional opportunities through education and business networking; engaging with different constituencies across geographic locations; and driving business value.