Janet Emerson Bashen is a world-renowned American entrepreneur, business consultant, and software inventor. Widely recognised for becoming the founder and CEO of Bashen Consulting, an organisation dedicated to investigating discrimination claims filed by employees, her work has transformed the corporate industry over recent years. An inspiration to audiences globally, Janet became the first African-American woman to earn a web-based software patent in 2006, an award which revolutionised the male-dominated industry. When looking to hire a passionate business speaker to attend your upcoming events, look no further than Janet today.
After graduating from the University of Houston with a degree in Legal Studies and Government, Janet began her professional career working for an insurance company handling claims related to Equal Employment Opportunities. With a strong support system surrounding her goals, she received a $5,000 loan from her mother and in 1994, Janet kickstarted her entrepreneurial career by founding Bashen Consultancy. On a mission to support employees facing discrimination in the workplace, she has devoted over 25 years of her career to the organisation and has since become one of the leading authorities in her field.
An inspiration to audiences globally, Janet has received numerous accolades throughout her remarkable career, including Patent No. 6,985,992, B1, making her the first African-American woman to earn a web-based software patent. Alongside this remarkable achievement, Janet has also received the Pinnacle Award from the Houston Chamber of Commerce, and the Crystal Award from the National Association of Negro Women in Business, and has recently been selected to become a member of the Black Investor’s Hall of Fame. With her specialist knowledge spanning several areas, Janet has become a must-see speaker for audiences of all ages and backgrounds.
A leading authority in her field, Janet Emerson Bashen is now highly sought-after to attend speaking engagements internationally. Having truly made history by gaining success within a male-dominated industry, Janet’s career is now inspiring women around the world to step out of their comfort zone and achieve their goals in all areas of life. When looking to hire an experienced, versatile keynote speaker to motivate audiences at your future events, do not hesitate to hire Janet today.
How to hire Dr. Janet Bashen
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- 2023 - Member of the Black Inventor’s Hall of Fame
- 2014 - Elected to the Women’s Leadership Board at Harvard’s Kennedy School
- 2010 - Recognition from Massachusetts Institute of Technology (MIT) for LinkLine at the World Festival of Black Arts and Cultur
- 2006 - Awarded a Patent No. 6,985,922, B1, making her the first African-American woman to earn a web-based software patent
- 2004 - Recieved the Crystal Award from the National Association of Negro Women in Business
- 2003 - Received the Pinnacle Award from the Houston Chamber of Commerce
- 1994 - Founder & CEO of Bashen Corporation
