March is Women’s History Month, and recently, I was reminded “mentoring” can take many forms. One is never too old to receive it or too young to give it.

My band, the Paula Boggs Band, is preparing to release its fifth studio album. Like most bands, we’ll have a show to celebrate the release. In our case, we will co-bill with another artist: a woman who, though a generation younger than me, has been in the music business longer.

When I shared with her the terms being offered by the venue, she asked why I wasn’t asking for a bigger cut. The venue was offering a 60/40 split despite our band having sold out the venue twice before. The other musician urged me to ask for more, informing me she too had sold out this venue and with this track record demanded and received a 70/30 split.

She also told me that “the worst that can happen is that they say no, nothing lost.” Emboldened by her suggestion that would never have occurred to me, I asked for more—and got it.

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We are proud to announce that Paula Boggs has been appointed to the Board of Directors for Thinkific Labs Inc., a leading platform for online course creation and learning management. This prestigious appointment recognizes Paula’s extensive leadership experience, her commitment to education, and her contributions across various industries.

In her new role on the Thinkific board, Paula will help guide the company’s strategic direction as it continues its mission of empowering creators and educators worldwide. Her diverse background in law, business, and social advocacy will provide Thinkific with valuable insights as the company strengthens its global impact.

This appointment reflects Paula’s continued dedication to leadership and innovation, further solidifying her influence in both the corporate and education sectors.

For more details on the Thinkific board announcement, visit Thinkific Labs.

Seattle Reign FC has recognized Paula Boggs as a true legend, highlighting her remarkable contributions as a musician, public speaker, leader, and advocate. Known for her multifaceted career, Paula has left an indelible mark not only in the world of law and business but also as a passionate supporter of the arts and social justice.

A Seattle native, Paula has been a longtime advocate for diversity and inclusion, using her platform to empower underrepresented voices. As a musician, she’s captivated audiences with her soulful blend of folk and jazz, and as a leader, she’s inspired change in both the corporate and nonprofit sectors.

Paula continues to support her community and beyond, making an impact as a public speaker, musician, and champion for positive social change.

For more information, visit the official article https://www.reignfc.com/news/seattle-reign-fc-legend-paula-boggs-musician-public-speaker-leader-and-advocate.

The American Bar Association Commission on Sexual Orientation and Gender Identity will honor Seattle lawyer Paula E. Boggs with its Stonewall Award during a ceremony on Feb. 3, 2024, at the ABA Midyear Meeting in Louisville, Kentucky

Dear Ms. Boggs:

On behalf of the Johns Hopkins Alumni Association, it is our privilege to share the news that you have been selected to receive the Heritage Award. This prestigious award reflects our gratitude and appreciation to those alumni and members of the Hopkins family who have contributed outstanding service to the progress of the University over an extended period of time. Your dedication has created a lasting legacy for Johns Hopkins and its future students.

As you know, Johns Hopkins is a community that fosters bold ideas and pathbreaking research driven by excellence and ingenuity. From our laboratories to our classrooms, in the work of our faculty across disciplines from medicine to public health to international studies, Johns Hopkins is marshaling its expertise to make a meaningful impact on the world – and our alumni, like you, embody that mission of service.

The celebration of your award will take place at the Johns Hopkins Alumni Association awards dinner this upcoming fall. The Alumni Council will invite you and a guest to the dinner, where you will be presented with your award and recognized along with other award recipients; more details will follow.

We offer you our congratulations and thank you for your many contributions to Johns Hopkins.

Southwestern University will welcome Paula Boggs as the keynote speaker for the 2021 Commencement ceremony. Boggs will bring insights from her historic and varied career, which often includes breaking barriers as the first woman of color in her professional life as an attorney, Army Airborne veteran, corporate executive, philanthropist, and musician.

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These directors have helped navigate their companies through challenging times. They were nominated by their peers as standout board members and leaders and include members of corporate and nonprofit boards.
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Boggs is founder of Boggs Media, LLC, a business that manages her music, speaking and other creative business activities. She is also a guitar player, musician, public speaker, writer, lawyer and philanthropist.
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The Recording Academy recognizes excellence in the recording arts and sciences, cultivates the well-being of the music community, and ensures that music remains an indelible part of our culture. Paula Boggs has been elected as a Governor on the Pacific Northwest Chapter’s Board of the RECORDING ACADEMY™
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Paula Boggs took a leap into the unknown in 2012, leaving an unparalleled career in the law and starting her music career. In this episode of B.S.: Beyond Stereotypes, Paula retired GC of Starbucks and current frontwoman for the Paula Boggs Band, shares stories of her upbringing, her love of music and why being a Black woman has been her superpower.

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Fender has announced Paula Boggs has been appointed to its Board of Directors as of 2021.Mark Fukunaga, chairman of Fender Musical Instruments Corporation, said of Boggs’ appointment: “We could not be prouder of the strength and incredible growth of Fender, especially this year. This year has proven that the power of music unites, and we will continue to do our part during this unpredictable time.
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The Charlotte E. Ray Award is presented to a woman lawyer for her exceptional achievements in the legal profession and extraordinary contribution to the advancement of women in the profession. The award is named for Charlotte E. Ray, a legal pioneer and the first African-American female lawyer in the United States. The 2020 Charlotte E. Ray Award was presented to Paula Boggs, Founder of Boggs Media, LLC, at the MCCA Virtual Diversity Gala on October 28, 2020.
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