"XXCEL Forward lead by a stellar team of women...is an elite mentorship program designed to promote women in the legal field...women [who were in my program] moved on to highly sought after in-house jobs, got elevated to equity partner at AM LAW 100 firms, and obtained lucrative client engagements. Tracy and her team [provided] sage advice, and years of experience in the industry to help us develop our personal branding, business development, and networking skills.
The program has had a tremendous impact on my career. I recommend it 100 times over."

Stephanie J.,

Co-Managing Partner Chicago, Gordon Rees

"I highly recommend this program to all young women lawyers. Tracy is a fantastic leader... and works tirelessly to help young women get good, meaningful opportunities, provides candid feedback, and gives practical guidance to help young women succeed at their firms (and beyond)...I have learned so much."

Diana W.,

Equity Shareholder, Kirkland & Ellis

"The XXCEL FORWARD program and Tracy's leadership and mentorship, was truly transformative. In addition to enrichment in professional development and branding, Tracy and the other leaders fostered a collaborative, supportive community of women who were invested in not only the success of themselves, but others. I cannot say enough about the program, and Tracy."

Katherine K.B.

General Counsel, StarkWare former partner King & Spalding)

Sheila has been an invaluable coach. She has inspired me and taught me many invaluable business development strategies for growing my private practice. As a former officer and in-house lawyer at a major corporation, Sheila has the background and knowledge to coach lawyers in private practice regarding what in house legal departments want and need....Sheila is a master at building a business network. I recommend Sheila wholeheartedly.

Penelope

Partner, East Coast

Sheila Murphy is a one of a kind mentor and coach. Her thirty-plus years of experience as an in-house counsel give her a unique perspective on challenges facing women lawyers today. She provided invaluable advice to me about how to achieve my professional goals. It was a privilege to have the opportunity to work with her.

Beth

Partner, East Coast Law Firm