The concept of Male Allies is one that is proving to be highly beneficial for women in all stages of their careers, and research shows it's positively impacting the bottom line for companies in a big way. On this episode, Lisa talks with Julie Kratz, author, speaker, and certified coach, about the importance of having Male Allies and how to actually engage in an ally relationship. She gives actionable tips on how to start these sometimes awkward conversations, how a male ally relationship should be structured, and how women can build a business case to gain buy in from their male allies.    To connect with Julie, you can find her at https://www.nextpivotpoint.com and connect with her on LinkedIN at https://www.linkedin.com/in/julie-kratz-06a015b/