Women in Cloud

A Season of Gratitude: Celebrating Collective Action and Transformation At Women In Cloud, we believe in the transformative power of collective action, kindness, and friendship. Together, we’ve built a community that inspires, uplifts, and empowers one another to reach new heights. We’ve worked to unlock a “newer version” of ourselves, fueled by a shared purpose and strengthened through meaningful connections. In this season of gratitude, we thank you for your courage, generosity, and unwavering commitment to creating a brighter future. Your investment in Women In Cloud is not just an investment in the mission—it’s an investment in each of us. 🌟 2024: A Banner Year of Transformation This year, we unlocked $500M in economic access, supporting over 120,000 individuals across 80+ countries. We delivered 5,000 AI and cybersecurity scholarships, reached over 4 million people, and celebrated milestones like ICONS Oscar qualification, a Guinness World Record, and the Microsoft Prestige Award. Thank you for believing in us, in each other, and in the extraordinary potential of this community. Together, we’ve achieved incredible milestones and laid the foundation for even greater transformations ahead. 🎉 Read our Impact Report and join us for the end-of-year holiday celebration—let’s celebrate our achievements and step into 2025 with collective courage. Links in the comments! Let’s continue to lead, inspire, and create a brighter future—together! 💙 #CollectiveCourage #WomenInCloud #EconomicAccess Karen Fassio Michelle Pruitt Dee Dee Walsh Gavriella Schuster Karen Cone Kushagra Sharma Khushbu Soni Chaitra Vedullapalli Brea Starmer Sreelakshmy G Patti Dobrowolski Patty Kuderer Lisa Wellman Nick Hughes Tucker Stine Andrea Perkins, PMP Monika Mital Gupta Debbie Uttecht Jeana Jorgensen Gina Fratarcangeli Pat Sullivan Tameka M. Nandita Sampath Nancy Watt Kristen Miller Sharan Hildebrand Barbara Clarke Juanita Lott Flossie Hall Rashaana Shah Dexter Hardy John Dathan (ICD.D) Cass Cooper, MHR Niya Desai David Pryor, Jr. Ram Dutt

🚀 Unlock Your Leadership Potential with WICxInsiderCircle! 🚀 Great leaders aren’t born—they’re made through connection, collaboration, and continuous growth. That’s where WICxInsiderCircle comes in. ⟢ Gain exclusive access to a powerhouse community of innovators and industry trailblazers. ⟢ Exchange insights with thought leaders who challenge and elevate your thinking. ⟢ Build relationships that open doors to new opportunities, partnerships, and success. ⟢ Stay ahead of trends with insider knowledge, expert-led discussions, and strategic networking. Your next level of leadership starts here. Are you ready to step into a circle that fuels your growth? 👉 Join WICxInsiderCircle today! https://lnkd.in/gh2TazN9 #WICxInsiderCircle #Leadership #Innovation #WomenInTech #ElevateYourImpact

🌟 Celebrating the International Day of Happiness with Women in Cloud! 😊💙 Happiness isn’t just a feeling—it’s a movement, a mindset, and a collective mission to create a world where women thrive, innovate, and lead. At Women in Cloud, we believe that empowerment, community, and opportunity are key to unlocking joy and success for all. ✨ What brings us happiness? 💡 Creating access to economic opportunities for women in tech 🤝 Building a global community of support & collaboration 🚀 Driving AI & cloud innovation that shapes a better future Today, let’s celebrate joy, progress, and the power of collective impact! 🌎💙 Share in the comments: What’s one thing that brings you happiness in your career or community? #InternationalDayOfHappiness #WICxHappiness #EmpowHER #WomenInCloud #TechForGood #HappinessInLeadership #CommunityImpact

Event Recap: DevSecOps Demystified – Your Path to a $75K+ Career We just wrapped up an insight-packed session on breaking into high-paying DevSecOps roles, and the demand for skilled professionals has never been higher!   A special thank you to Monika Mital Gupta, Partner GM of Engineering at Microsoft, for sharing her expertise, and to all our attendees for making this event a success! She shared how DevSecOps is reshaping cybersecurity, key certifications to pursue, and strategies to land $75K+ roles in this $17B industry. 🔹 Key Takeaways from the Event: ⟢DevSecOps 101 – Why integrating security at every stage is a game-changer ⟢ Industry Growth – Companies are shifting toward Security as Code ⟢ Career Roadmap – Essential skills, certifications (SC-900, AZ-900, AZ-500), and salary growth potential ⟢ Hands-On Experience – Set up a home lab, contribute to open-source projects, and leverage security tools like Microsoft Defender for Cloud 🎓 Ready to Launch Your DevSecOps Career? We’re offering a Subsidy-Based Certification Scholarship with: ⟢ 16 Microsoft Certification Courses ⟢ 2 Exam Vouchers + Coursera License ⟢ Mentorship & Career Coaching 💰 90% subsidy – Now only $590! Use code WIC100 for an extra $100 off (valid 24 hrs). 📢 Don’t miss this chance to break into a high-paying cybersecurity career! 🔗 Enroll now: https://lnkd.in/gNENYzun Thank you again to our amazing community for making this event such a success! 🎉 #WomenInCloud #WICxCLOUDJOBS #DevSecOps #Cybersecurity #CloudCareers #TechJobs #WomenInTech

🚀 AI Skills Fest - Guinness World Record Attempt: Goal Setting Poll 🚀 We’re joining forces with #Microsoft to help you unlock your AI future. Let’s attempt to set a GUINNESS WORLD RECORDS™ title for the most users to complete an online multi-level artificial intelligence lesson in 24 hours. The ultimate goal to set the record is 46,405 users. We are finalizing our plan—what should WIC's goal be for the number of users who will complete their lesson during the challenge? #AISkillsFest #empowHER50 #WomenInCloud #WorldRecordAttempt #MakingHistoryTogether

🚀 Be Part of AI History with Women in Cloud & Microsoft! 🚀 Join Women in Cloud as we participate in Microsoft’s GUINNESS WORLD RECORDS™ attempt to have the most users take an online multi-level artificial intelligence lesson in 24 hours, participate in AI Skills Fest, and celebrate Microsoft’s 50th anniversary!! 🌎✨ 📅 When? April 7, 2025, at 4 PM PDT – April 8, 2025, at 4 PM PDT Why Join? ✅ Be part of a global movement advancing AI skills ✅ Celebrate Microsoft’s 50th anniversary with our community ✅ Win prizes & earn a GUINNESS WORLD RECORDS™ digital badge ✅ Get inspired by stories of access, empowerment & innovation 👇 Read the article below for more info on how you can participate 👇 Let’s make history—together! 🎉 #AISkillsFest #empowHER50 #WICSuperFan #WorldRecordAttempt #MakingHistoryTogether

🎤 LAST CALL! Don’t Miss This Exclusive Speaker Strategy Workshop! 🎤 Are you ready to elevate your thought leadership and land speaking opportunities that boost your influence? This is your final chance to join our exclusive workshop: 📅 Friday, March 21, 2025 | 8 AM PDT 📍 Live on Remo 🔹 Craft a powerful long-term speaker strategy 🔹 Identify high-impact speaking opportunities 🔹 Build a roadmap for visibility and influence Spots are filling up fast—reserve yours now! https://lnkd.in/gD5V2crR #PublicSpeaking #ThoughtLeadership #SpeakerStrategy #CareerGrowth #LeadershipDevelopment #PersonalBranding #ProfessionalGrowth

🚀 Cybersecurity Certifications That Pay: Your Roadmap to Success, Sponsored by Microsoft 💰 Looking to break into cybersecurity or advance your career? Certifications can be the key to unlocking high-paying roles in this rapidly growing field. Join us on April 9, 2025, at 10 AM PDT for an exclusive session on the most valuable cybersecurity certifications that can boost your earning potential and open doors to new career opportunities. 🔹 Learn about industry-leading certifications like CISSP, CEH, CompTIA Security+, and Microsoft Security credentials 🔹 Understand career paths, salary potential, and real-world benefits of each certification 🔹 Get expert insights on which certifications matter most in today’s job market Don’t miss this chance to gain a clear roadmap to cybersecurity success and make informed decisions about your professional growth! 📅 Save your spot now! #WomenInCloud #CybersecurityCareers #CertificationsThatPay #CareerGrowth #CybersecurityJobs #Microsoft #TechCareers

Struggling with hormonal health? 🤯 You're not alone! From energy crashes to brain fog, many of us face these challenges daily. Which one affects you the most? We’d love to hear from you! Share your experience by taking our quick community survey. 👇 https://lnkd.in/g8BrWffh #WomenInCloud #WICxWellness #hormonalhealth #wellness