Shaping What’s Next: Women in Tech at Coupa

At Coupa, belonging isn’t an initiative—it’s a value we live every day in our personal and professional lives. One of our key Coupa Core Values–Cultivating Belonging–reflects a fundamental truth: when people feel seen and supported, they exude confidence, clarity, and the courage to grow. That’s not just good for our people—it’s good for innovation, business, and the communities we serve.

As our Coupa CEO Leagh Turner Shared:

“Cultivating Belonging is about creating the space where growth is possible for every person. That’s how we build a better company—and a better experience for everyone in it.”

This values-based approach drives our Coupa Empower Employee Resource Group, dedicated to unlocking the impact of women in business. One of its most transformative initiatives? A powerful partnership with MEvolution, a science-based energy management program designed to help individuals reclaim their wellbeing, purpose, and power.

From Burnt out to Breakthrough - MEvolution

When “Pam,” a Coupa employee, joined the MEvolution Energy Booster program, she was overwhelmed—balancing remote work, motherhood, and caregiving during the COVID pandemic. Through MEvolution’s eight-week guided experience, she learned to identify energy leaks, set boundaries, and prioritize her needs. The result? A smiling, re-energized woman who said, “Taking care of myself helped me take better care of everyone else—and thrive in my career.”

Inspired by this impact, the program was extended to 20 women across time zones and functions. These participants didn’t just learn to manage their energy—they transformed how they show up at work and in life. They reported better focus, reduced anxiety, stronger boundaries, and greater happiness and fulfillment. One key ingredient? A commitment to give back, paired with the program’s completion.

Together, these women served over 185 families, packed 14,000 lbs of food, gifted 1,000 Christmas presents, and more—proving that personal energy and purpose-driven impact go hand in hand.

Programs like MEvolution truly humble you to see the needs out there—and inspire you to serve more regularly. As we explore other ways to give back, the energy and impact that MEvolution sparked continues to resonate. It showed us what’s possible when individuals are empowered to care for themselves and others. At Coupa, we carry that spirit forward—supporting initiatives that help our people grow, give back, and shape what’s next with purpose and compassion.

Women Leading With Wisdom

Beyond great initiatives such as MEvolution, our Coupa women are breaking barriers and shaping what’s next—in engineering, legal, product, technology, and beyond. Their voices are helping redefine success and leadership with authenticity, resilience, and strength.

• Amy Sweeney, CIO: “You don’t have to have the perfect background. You set your mind, work hard, and do it your way.”
• Michelle Bonam, VP Talent Strategy: “You get sponsors by cultivating relationships, and you develop these relationships through the little things you do”.
• Priya Gopinath, VP Engineering: “Your uniqueness is your strength, and your confidence is your superpower.”

Want to learn more? Check out Coupa Careers and join our vibrant Talent Community.