No matter how many times you hear it, “step into your power” can be an intimidating phrase to initiate on your own. Summoning the courage to boldly leap into the unknown isn’t a simple task, even for the most confident person. So, what does it take to make that first step?

Visibility is so important. There is so much power in seeing someone you identify with, pave the way before you. That’s why we joined forces with PAIGE to launch the Walk It Forward initiative which shines a light on the modern disruptors—Chrissy Rutherford, Poppy Jamie, Dani Austin, Angela Fink, and Gracy Mahary—who are paying it forward with an outstretched hand behind them, beckoning us to walk this way, too.

To celebrate our fearless five, we held an intimate dinner in Los Angeles for International Women’s Day where PAIGE co-founder and CEO, Paige Adams-Geller paid tribute to those who step out of their comfort zone to challenge the status quo and lift each other up along the way. After all, every journey starts with a single step.

Click through the photo gallery below to see all the photos from the special night.

Read all of the Walk It Forward interviews HERE then comment below with the person who has paved it forward for you and given you the courage to step into your power, too.