Most managers, c-suite and execs seems to only care about those at their own level and above. Hardworking, dedicated and loyal employees are routinely overlooked for advancement opportunities, specifically women and minorities. Managers are very comfortable with using you to get the job done and treating you like trash when you dare to advocate for yourself. They talk the talk but don't walk the walk. If you have an issue with management and report it, no one cares. The owners pretend to care, but even when made aware of unfair treatment and bias, turn the other cheek and leave you to deal on your own. The women on the executive team are not allies. They've made it and don't care what happens to you.