Despite progress in workplace gender equality, women in management continue to face major challenges in professional settings. This study investigates the emotional experiences and perceptions of women in senior executive positions during professional resource exchanges with peers and superiors. Using a qualitative, phenomenological approach, twenty female-identified participants, all within two reporting levels of the CEO in large public and private companies, were interviewed.The findings reveal critical insights into the dynamics of professional resource exchange for women in management. The study highlights how self-confidence and personal agency significantly influence these exchanges, with challenging experiences often leading to valuable learning and adaptation. Importantly, the research exposes the persistent and detrimental impact of intersecting power dynamics and gender perceptions on these interactions. A key discovery is that women in management report more fulfilling and successful outcomes in professional resource exchanges when stereotype-based threats related to gender, race, and ethnicity are minimized or absent. This research not only sheds light on the continuing disparities and stereotypes faced by women in leadership roles but also offers a critical understanding of how these factors shape their professional interactions and experiences. The study's insights have significant implications for workplace equality initiatives and the advancement of women in corporate leadership.