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My aunt was a successful business person in the Netherlands – she worked high up for telecommunications firms & others in the 80s and 90s, forging a path when few women were given opportunities. In the early 2000s she read an interview of a male Dutch CEO who was being congratulated for
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appointing a Swiss woman to his company’s hitherto all-male board. Asked why it wasn’t a Dutch woman, he said “there are no qualified ones.” After a lifetime of dealing with misogyny in her work, my aunt had had enough – she started a headhunting firm whose mission was to get the many well qualified
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women who were constantly overlooked onto corporate boards & in executive positions. She was very successful doing this & helped to significantly change the landscape of Dutch business to be less sexist. A couple years ago she was knighted by the Dutch crown for this work. She’s a true hero who
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made an impact, & a role model for women & people in general to fight for fairness, equality, & justice. Still a young woman in her early 70s, unfortunately she is losing a battle to terminal cancer, & will move on from this earthly plane next week. I will
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miss her very much – for the inspiration she’s provided, & because, though I very rarely see her as we’re on different continents, I love her.
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Janet Howe
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What a lovely tribute. Her memory will be a blessing always.
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Professor Kyle
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Thank you.
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JustAnotherGail
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So sorry for your loss. She sounds like a wonderful woman. And she’s beautiful. ❤️
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Professor Kyle
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Thank you!
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anandalenalen
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Thank you for sharing that. I'm so glad to know about her. I'm sorry for the circumstances though. ♥
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Professor Kyle
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In response to anandalenalen.
Thank you.
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Robin A
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💔
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Carlos Morais
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She will be a star somewhere else now. 💜
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Professor Kyle
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❤️
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April Sparkles
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Brilliant lights continue to shine long after we leave their radiance.

I hope your Aunt’s light continues to guide you and your family.

May her journey be joyful.

Love,
April 💛
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Professor Kyle
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Thank you, April.
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Cajsa
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I am sorry for your impending loss. She sounds wonderful and perhaps an inspiration for your own commitment to justice.
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Professor Kyle
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Thank you. She absolutely is.
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Sideeye Slant 🎨
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Powerful story of one person making a difference in making the world a better place. Thank you for sharing her story. I'm so sorry you will be losing such a remarkable woman in your family.
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Professor Kyle
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Thank you.
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hmmwrites (Heather's version)
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You've described a woman who rose above at a time when it was still so rare, who had a second act spent uplifting others. She's an inspiration to us all. I'm sorry you'll be losing her.

Fuck cancer, always and forever.
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Professor Kyle
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In response to hmmwrites (Heather's version).
Amen.
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ecsbrooklyn
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Thanking her for her work, which changed Dutch culture, and wishing her an easy transition. And sending light and love to you and to your whole family, Kyle. I'm sorry you're losing your beloved aunt so soon.
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Professor Kyle
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Thank you.
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Maria OLeary
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Sorry to hear that your aunt is about to die. She sounds like an amazing woman, beautiful and smart. Thanks for sharing this story and allowing us in. 🤗
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Professor Kyle
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Thank you, and you're welcome!
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Katie Kadwell
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Thank you for sharing her with us. I’m so sorry. Sending all love and light as you and your family walk this journey, and to your aunt as she passes through the veil.
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Professor Kyle
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Thank you.
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Denise in Texas
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What a wonderful, inspiring story! Thank you for sharing this with us!
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Professor Kyle
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❤️
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💜 Callie 💜
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❤️ Your Aunt is amazing and beautiful. Thank you for sharing her story with us. She is probably so proud to have a nephew like you. May she transition in peace. 💐
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Professor Kyle
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Thank you.
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NorthCoast TerryMerryJoan
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Greg Dickson
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Peace to her and you in these final days.

You will definitely feel her loss, yet each time you think of her you’ll remember what she meant to this world.

What am amazing woman to have in your lineage.
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Professor Kyle
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Thank you.
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Jay Carpenter🎸🎶
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Kyle,
I am so sorry this amazing woman shortly will no longer be a part of your life. She sounds so freakin amazing, someone I would like to have known!
Rest easy my friend as it sounds like you have some very strong and amazing memories of your aunt.
She will be with you always!
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Professor Kyle
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In response to Jay Carpenter🎸🎶.
Thank you. That's a great way to think about it.
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dariasteigman
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She sounds amazing. I'm so sorry she's dying -- but clearly her impact will be long felt.
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