Women In Technology (WIT)

We are honored to recognize our 50+ honorees, each of whom brings a unique background and perspective to their work and community contributions. 💼🌍🚀 2024 WIT Women of the Year Honorees: Leadership in Action: Our honorees' key roles include leading technology teams, driving innovation, and optimizing processes. Many have expanded their roles to include strategic decision-making and integrating new technologies. Milestones Achieved: 50% of our honorees have successfully led significant technology migrations and enhancements, demonstrating their commitment to excellence and innovation. Community Impact: 70% of our honorees are actively mentoring underrepresented groups in technology, making a tangible difference in the lives of future leaders. To all of the companies listed below, you have INCREDIBLE talent within your workforce -- Accenture, Google, Capital One, Carters Inc., Chick-fil-A Restaurants, Collective Insights, Cox Enterprises, Datum Technologies Group, DHS Child Support Division/ Snelling Staffing, Experian, Fiserv, Fireside, Futurus®, Georgia Fintech Academy, Georgia Tech Research Institute, Guidacent, Inc., , HubSpot, Innovative Learning Center, Innova Solutions, Intelliswift Software, Jackson + Coker, JPMorganChase, MagMutual, Medicus IT, Morehouse College, National Christian Foundation, NPursuit Career Partners, Piedmont, PagerDuty, Presidio, Rollins, Inc., Savvy Cyber Kids, Salesforce, Softensity Inc, STONE Resource Group, Southwest Airlines, Synergis, Travelport, Truist, Vestis Corporation, Win-Tech, Inc., Xena Design + Marketing Firm, The Cyber Health Company, The Weather Channel (Allen Media Group) We are excited to announce those moving on to the next round of judging next week! 💜

Do you know a 9th-12th grade girl who attended at least one WIT Girl event in 2024? Encourage her to apply for this year's WIT Girl of the Year award by THIS FRIDAY, August 30th. (11:59 PM EST) This is a fantastic opportunity for her to gain recognition and secure teacher recommendation letters now that school is back in session! 📣 Share this opportunity with your younger network of rising STEAM leaders! https://ow.ly/2anZ50SxmbL

Thank you to 2024 WIT Awards VIP Sponsor, Cox Enterprises, for sponsoring for the 6th year in a row!

Jamie Christian nominated the Cyber Defense Engineering Manager of Genuine Parts Company, Jacob McCandless, as a commendable WIT Ally. 💜 "Jacob McCandless is a champion of WIT at Genuine Parts Company! Jacob serves on the WIT steering committee at GPC as an active ally, advocate & mentor! Jacob is a passionate doer, leading and supporting WIT events throughout the year!" Thank you, Jacob, for all you do for Women In Technology (WIT) and the community. Nominate a WIT Ally! >> https://bit.ly/witally #WITAlly

We had a great time on Saturday supporting TechBridge at their Digital Ball. It's always wonderful to bring WIT women together for a night of celebration and community. Thank you to our board, advisory council, WIT staff, and volunteers for supporting TechBridge, Inc! Windy Nicholson, Jennifer Baker, Betsy Robinson, Tracy Aldworth, Heather Rocker, Marcia Calleja - Matsko, Cecilia Mao, Paula Bolton, Laura Laday-Jones, Flore Saint Fleur, Lacey Facer, Danielle Hall, Marva Bailer, Ashlea Parrish

❤️ You can make a difference. Help us continue providing our community with STEAM education, exposure, and experience that build the next generation of female leaders. Will you continue to support our WIT mission? 💌 https://ow.ly/Erk450R2Gzb

In today’s evolving business landscape, the true challenge is not just finding a purpose but balancing it with financial stability. As purpose-driven businesses gain momentum, how do we ensure that mission doesn’t overshadow financial viability? 🤔 I’m thrilled to share my latest interview with Andra Milender, a powerhouse leader in technology and philanthropy. As the Chief Mission Officer at Women In Technology (WIT), Andra reveals crucial insights on avoiding five critical mistakes that can derail purpose-driven businesses. From her rich experience as a CTO to her inspiring work with WIT’s Single Mothers Program, Andra’s journey underscores a vital lesson: Mission and financial health must go hand in hand for long-term impact. 🌟 Dive into the conversation where we explore how to avoid mission drift, the importance of stakeholder feedback, and the power of collaboration over competition. Discover how Andra’s approach to balancing passion with pragmatic strategies can guide us all in building sustainable, purpose-driven ventures. Marva Bailer - thank you for making this connection Read the full interview here: https://lnkd.in/gJN6_HZE Let’s continue to build businesses that not only thrive but make a meaningful difference. 💪 #PurposeDrivenBusiness #Leadership #Sustainability #CircularEconomy #BusinessStrategy #WomenInTech #Impact #Mightyhum

🚀 WIT Career Fair 2024: Let the Stats Speak for Themselves! 🚀 If you’re still on the fence about sponsoring our In-Person Career Fair on September 26, 2024, these numbers will make it clear why your company needs to be there: ⚫️ 62% of registrants are open to relocating, giving you access to a talent pool beyond the local market. ⚫️ 100% of registrants' resumes will be shared with all sponsoring companies after the event, offering you the opportunity to review a broader range of candidates you might not have had a chance to meet in person. ⚫️ Expect 400+ community members to attend, all seeking full-time roles, internships, and networking opportunities. ⚫️ Increased brand visibility and engagement with a targeted, local STEAM audience, ensuring your company stands out in the community. ⚫️ Located at Tech Square, right next to Georgia Institute of Technology —providing the chance to connect with even more exceptional candidates who may stroll by during the event! 💼 Date & Time: September 26, 2024 | 8 AM - 12 PM 📍 Location: Tech Square Clubhouse, 848 Spring St NW, Atlanta, GA 30308 Email Kyle Ross, MBA, at [email protected] to secure your booth today! WIT Community: Whether you’re actively job hunting or not, this is a fantastic opportunity to get involved! Take advantage of our live mock interviews, resume reviews, and valuable networking opportunities. Networking NOW is essential—as our HR experts (Betsy Robinson, Brittany Simmons, Chasity Parhm, MBA) shared in our August 21st virtual forum, starting early can make a huge difference. Often, the best roles are filled through connections before they’re even posted! Register here -- https://lnkd.in/evrReH8m Our latest one-pager has all the details! (making it easy to download and share in your next meeting!) #WITCareerFair #STEAMCareers #WomenInSTEAM #SponsorOpportunity #BrandVisibility #TopTalent #TechSquare #GeorgiaTech #NetworkingMatters

"You are the one that possesses the keys to your being. You carry the passport to your own happiness." – Diane von Fürstenberg Visit our homepage: http://ow.ly/WOtz30sEQa4 and consider making a donation: http://ow.ly/LMFn30sEQa5 to support our cause! Empowering women and girls to excel in STEAM from the classroom to the boardroom since 1992 in Georgia. #MondayMotivation

In just 30 days, we'll be gathering for the WIT Technology Uncorked: Disaster Recovery Lessons Learned event. We will discuss how companies are evaluating their business resiliency and outsourcing of business-critical technology in light of the CrowdStrike disruption. Must be a Senior Leader (C-Suite or Direct Report to C-Suite) with budget responsibilities of >$5M and lead a team of FTEs to register. 🔗 Register now: https://ow.ly/m1gV50T1Bko Join us at our new location, EarthLink - 980 Hammond Dr NE, Suite 400, Atlanta, GA 30328. #WeAreWIT #WITUncorked #EventCountdown