Fran Hauser is passionate about leveling the playing field for women. She does this through her investing, writing, and speaking. Hauser has invested in over 30 female-founded companies across consumer tech, CPG, media & publishing, and wellness.

Hauser is the best-selling author of "The Myth of the Nice Girl: Achieving a Career You Love Without Becoming a Person You Hate," which deconstructs the negative perception of "niceness" that many women struggle with in the business world, and has resonated with thousands of women who are looking to lead authentically and take their career to the next level. The book has been translated into six languages and was named “Best Business Book of the Year, 2018” by Audible. Hauser’s second book, "Embrace the Work, Love Your Career" is quickly becoming the go-to for women seeking more joy and fulfillment in their career.

Hauser regularly speaks at conferences and organizations to help women build careers they love while staying true to themselves. Much of her current work is informed by 15 years spent in media, where she rose through the ranks at Time Inc. to President of Digital. She lives outside of NYC with her husband and two sons and owns her own bookstore there, Bedford Books.

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