Heidi Solomon-Orlick

Heidi Solomon-Orlick, a seasoned sales leader and passionate advocate for diversity, equity, inclusion, and active aging, has redefined what it means to thrive beyond a 30-year corporate career in professional sales.

Now in her mid-60s, she is living proof that it is never too late to pursue purpose, passion, and legacy. As the founder of GirlzWhoSell, Heidi is working to democratize the male-dominated B2B sales industry and empower young women, especially those from underserved communities, to achieve economic independence through training, scholarships, mentorship, and career readiness programs. She is also the published author of the award-winning book Heels to Deals: How Women Are Dominating in Business-to-Business Sales, which amplifies the voices and stories of over 30 diverse sales professionals from around the world.

Heidi recently debuted her first children’s book, I Have a Voice: A Book of Listening, which teaches children how to identify, honor, and listen to their inner voice, while encouraging them to use their voice for good in the world. With two more children’s books on the way, Heidi is inspired to bring thoughtful, empowering, and meaningful stories into the world that will positively influence the next generation.

Widely recognized as one of the Top 100 Women in Sales, a Top 50 Leader in New Hampshire, and a four-time Stevie Award winner, Heidi is best known for her leadership, mentorship, advocacy, and activism. Her lifetime achievements speak for themselves. She has left an indelible mark on the industries and communities she has served and is celebrated by those who know her for her wisdom, experience, and contributions.

Heidi’s advice for aspiring leaders is to define success, and then pursue it. She believes in figuring out what success looks like for oneself, knowing that the definition will evolve over time depending on the stage of life you are in and how you want to show up in the world. Over the past five years, Heidi’s own definition of success has transformed. Today, she is leaning fully into building a legacy that transcends corporate titles, awards, and transactions, one rooted in purpose, passion, and the power to positively influence the world at large. She continues to use her platform and privilege for good, determined to play a small part in solving some big challenges and leaving the world a better place than how she found it.