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AI literacy for her next chapter.

Herizon equips girls, women, and those who identify as female across North Carolina with AI tools, mentorship, and real opportunities, so they can build independence and sustainable careers.

Our Mission

To empower girls, women, and those who identify as female in North Carolina to achieve independence by equipping them with the AI tools, mentorship, and opportunities to build sustainable careers.

AI literacy is career literacy

AI is changing how work gets done in every field. Understanding it, and knowing how to use it well, is quickly becoming a foundation for economic independence. We make sure women in North Carolina are not left on the sidelines.

AI Tools

Practical help using the AI tools people rely on at work today, from writing and research to data and automation, with an emphasis on good judgment, accuracy, and ethics.

Mentorship

One-on-one and small-group guidance from professionals who can help you apply new skills, navigate a career change, and build confidence along the way.

Opportunities

Introductions and referrals across North Carolina, so new skills can turn into jobs, promotions, and businesses.

Free, one-on-one AI guidance

Think of it as a consultant in your corner, at no cost to you. We sit down with you, learn about your goals, and help you figure out how AI can move them forward. No technical background required.

Step 1

Start the conversation

Tell us where you are and where you want to go

  • A friendly, no-pressure first chat
  • Your goals: a new job, a promotion, a business, or just getting started
  • Questions and concerns about AI are welcome

Step 2

Work on it together

Practical help using AI on your real goals

  • Learn which AI tools fit your situation
  • Try them on real tasks, such as resumes, job searches, or business ideas
  • Build habits for using AI accurately and responsibly

Step 3

Keep moving forward

Support does not end after one session

  • Follow-up conversations as you progress
  • Ongoing mentorship and encouragement
  • Introductions and referrals where we can help

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Meet the team

The people building Herizon and helping women across North Carolina build their futures.

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Laura Micek

Founder & Executive Director

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Evan Micek

Secretary-Treasurer

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There is a place for you here

Herizon grows through the people who show up for each other.

Learn with us

Girls, women, and anyone who identifies as female in North Carolina, at any stage of life or career. Guidance is free.

Request a free session

Mentor

Share your experience and help someone turn new skills into a real career.

Become a mentor

Partner

Employers, schools, libraries, and community groups: help us open doors and reach more women.

Start a conversation

Support

Volunteer your time or expertise, or help fund access to AI tools and training.

Support Herizon

Ready to see what's possible?

We're building Herizon now. Tell us how you'd like to be part of it and we'll keep you in the loop.