MEET THE HONOREES

The 100 Women to KNOW Across America Award, presented by JPMorgan Chase is a recognition that showcases the most influential, achieved, and honorable women in our society. Following a nomination and interview process, these women entrepreneurs, executives, creatives, and philanthropists have not only grown their dreams, but have created boundless opportunities for the next generation of female leaders. These women exemplify what it means to be high-achieving and ambitious on the next level and continue to pour into their communities as they do so.

Amri is a mom of two from New York and the visionary behind the 2014 launch of HeyMama, one of the first membership communities in the marketplace for working moms. For the past eight years, she has spearheaded the membership team and all event programming. Amri has used her innate talents for creativity to form an energetic team dedicated to building meaningful connections with mothers at every stage of their personal and professional lives. Prior to HeyMama, she spent more than ten years creating content for major publications like Glamour Magazine and Cosmopolitan as an editor and stylist. The AdWeek Trailblazer has also appeared in The New York Times Magazine, Forbes, Entrepreneur, Today Show, and she has graced the cover of Parents Magazine.

What advice would you give your younger self?

Empathy will be your greatest asset and your biggest vulnerability. Be aware.

What is your favorite quote?

“Doubt is a killer. You just have to know who you are and what you stand for.”