The pivotal moment shaping my journey as a leader was the moment I was inspired to pursue the work I do today. In 2018, I was living in Cape Town, South Africa, during the Water Crisis that made international headlines. The phrase “Day Zero” was engraved in my head as we counted down to the day we would officially run out of water. My entire world changed as one of life’s necessities turned into a luxury. People were hurting, nature and the planet were hurting, and I knew Cape Town wouldn’t be the last city to experience this. I knew it was time to take action.  

What advice would you give to the next generation of women leaders? 

You are your greatest obstacle, and your passion will always be stronger than your doubt.  

Since childhood, I have been a nature enthusiast and an animal-lover desperate to see the world change. However, I was not a voice taken seriously. I was underqualified and uneducated in environmental sciences, and my only work experience was as a model. I was stereotyped, dismissed, and disregarded. It took years to realize the person I felt stereotyped, dismissed, and disregarded by was me, because no one can make you believe what you already think about yourself. Find yourself, heal yourself, and believe in yourself, and you will see your potential as limitless.  

How do you define impact in your work and leadership? 

Oftentimes people “cannot see the forest for the trees”, meaning people get caught up in the little things where they cannot see the bigger picture. Interestingly, within activism and creating an impact, people see the opposite. Impact is viewed as having an effect or influence upon many, and people are overwhelmed by the goal, forgetting about the small steps we must take to find success. For example, I want to change the world, but that cannot happen overnight. Small steps are an integral part of creating the fundamental building blocks, providing us the opportunity to change. Our focus should not be on the end goal, but rather on the choices we make along the way. If you inspire one person or make one life better today, even if that life is yours, you’re contributing positively to the change we wish to see.  

Why do you believe supporting organizations like Delivering Good is important? 

Supporting organizations like Delivering Good is important because unity is power, altruism is contagious, and most importantly, creates a psychological resilience and a felt sense of possibility necessary for change, also known as HOPE.  

What excites you most about participating in this year’s Women of Impact Summit? 

The Women of Impact Summit is a powerful force for resilience, action, and hope. I’m honored to learn from such inspiring women and contribute however I can. My goal is to uplift those already driving change while supporting and guiding others who are just beginning their journey. 

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Lindsey’s story is a powerful reminder that leadership is born from purpose, and that hope is a catalyst for lasting change. Join Lindsey and an inspiring community of changemakers at the Women of Impact Summit on June 4 as we come together to elevate bold voices, share powerful stories, and build a more just and compassionate world—one step at a time.

Save your spot today—we can’t wait to welcome you.