Women In Tech Regatta

What a journey! Huge shoutout to everyone at the 8th Women in Tech Regatta Seattle. Together, we made waves, creating a tidal wave of COMMUNITY, from engaging speakers to bustling fairs and unforgettable boat parties. Every moment was magic—your openness and positivity turned every interaction into a warm hug amidst a sea of possibilities. 🤗 Let's keep that momentum with fresh connections, mentors, and friends. And don't forget to check out the photo gallery! 📸https://lnkd.in/gnpT2KVT #Regatta2024 #relationshipsarethetruecurrency

Loved our Walky Talky yesterday with Maria Ross discussing her new book "The Empathy Dilemma" where she talked about the 5 pillars of effective empathetic leadership: self-awareness, self-care, clarity, decisiveness, and joy. Join us in Seattle next week where we are talking ageism in the workplace: https://lu.ma/nm9e9s7b and if you are in Vancouver we are walking on Sept 27th:https://lu.ma/m6pgjuze

👟👟 Lace up those walking shoes, we have got two walks coming up! 🗓️ This Thursday the 12th, Join us alongside Maria Ross, for a walky talky as we explore the challenges of balancing empathy with performance in today’s workplace. 💡Hear insights from Maria on empathetic leadership as we discuss how leaders can navigate diverse mindsets, maintain productivity, and foster mutual respect. 🗓️ Mark your calendars for Thursday the 19th as well! Walk with Nirmala Sistla, Melody Biringer and Maureen Clough while we talk about ageism in the workplace. 💡Let’s talk about our experiences getting older in the youth-obsessed tech industry, learn more about how age bias impacts the workplace, share tips for creating a lasting and fulfilling career, and even just vent. 🎟️ REGISTER HERE 🎟️ Thursday 12th https://lu.ma/jsg8d1ld Thursday 19th https://lu.ma/nm9e9s7b

VANCOUVER + SEATTLE! 🌟 Get Ready to Walk, Talk, and Learn with Us! 🌟 We're excited to announce not one, not two, but THREE upcoming "Walky Talky" events that will get you moving and thinking! 🚶♀️🚶♂️ ➡️ Register: https://lnkd.in/gDiPfGJ5 SEATTLE: Walky Talky with the Author: The Empathy Dilemma 🗓️ Thursday, September 12 | 🕛 12:00 PM - 2:00 PM Join us for a stroll and a deep dive into the challenges of balancing empathy with performance in today's workplace. 🎙️ Special guest Maria Ross will share her insights on empathetic leadership, helping us navigate diverse mindsets while maintaining productivity and fostering respect. SEATTLE: It Gets Late Early Walky Talky: Ageism in the Workplace 🗓️ Thursday, September 19 | 🕙 10:00 AM - 12:00 PM Let's talk about aging in the youth-obsessed tech industry. 🧓👩💻 We'll share our experiences, discuss how age bias impacts the workplace, and trade tips for building a fulfilling, lasting career. Sometimes, you just need to vent—this is the place for it! Walk leader Maureen Clough & Nirmala Sistla VANCOUVER- Tech Women: A Day in the Life - Walky Talky 🗓️ Friday, September 27 | 🕛 12:00 PM - 1:30 PM PDT Ever wonder what a day in the life of a woman in tech really looks like? ☕💻 We'll discuss everything from coding to coffee, meetings to multitasking, ambition to authenticity. Come ready to share your stories and connect with others who are walking the walk and talking the talk in tech! Guest Candice Percy, PMP and Agile Coach CSM, CSPO Marie Amante Nitya Mallikarjun Ana Ramdas Don't miss out on these unique opportunities to walk, talk, and connect with like-minded professionals. Mark your calendars, lace up your sneakers, and let's make some strides together! 💬👟 #Leadership #Empathy #Ageism #WomenInTech #Networking #WalkAndTalk

Did you miss the last Walky Talky? No worries, we're hosting another one as part of Walk for Rice this coming Saturday, the 29th! Walk and talk with leaders who have joined non-profit Boards in the Pacific Northwest. Define where you want to make an impact and get advice on how to map out securing your Board seat! Walk for Rice: https://lnkd.in/g_3RZz6J 🎟 REGISTER HERE ➡ ➡ ➡ https://lu.ma/eaxcx1ym

Have you ever walked and talked about thought-provoking conversations or experiences related to AI? 👟 Here's a recap of some questions we enjoyed from our walk during #seattleAIweek on Friday! 💡 How are you Up-skilling yourself and/or your teams on Generative A(GenAI)I? 💡 What roles do you currently see yourself assuming in this partnership, and in what ways do you hope AI can simplify your activities (both at home & work)? 💡 What unique insights into the use of AI does your lived experience give you? 💡 What does thriving at work mean to you? Add your answers in the comments! ⤵ 𝗛𝘂𝗴𝗲 𝗧𝗵𝗮𝗻𝗸 𝗬𝗼𝘂 𝘁𝗼 𝘁𝗵𝗲 𝗔𝗺𝗮𝘇𝗶𝗻𝗴 𝗔𝗜 𝗟𝗲𝗮𝗱𝗲𝗿𝘀 that took part in this event: ▪ Tanaya Yadav | Product Manager 2, Microsoft 365 Platform | Microsoft ▪ Mamtha Banerjee | Managing Director, GM, Core Platform Engineering and API Platform & Marketplace | JPMorgan Chase & Co. ▪Kelly Thompson | Global Lead of Curriculum Development of ML &AI and Data Engineering | Google ▪Erin R. | Founderpreneurer of ChatBlackGPT™ ▪Priyanka Kulkarni | Entrepreneur in Residence @ AI2 Incubator ▪Bethany Edmunds | Assistant Dean of Computing Programs for Vancouver & Seattle and Teaching Professor at Northeastern University Sad you missed this? Join us for our next walk on June 29th: A Walking Dialogue of Women on Boards. https://lu.ma/eaxcx1ym

Join us June 17th and make Regatta style connections. #relationshipsarethetruecurrency

Who's ready to go for a walk? 🙋♀️ We are excited to host a Walky Talky with Women in AI during Seattle AI Week. Join Kelly Thompson Mamtha Banerjee Tanaya Yadav Erin R. Priyanka Kulkarni and Shanu Sushmita while we add a fun AI twist to our signature Walky Talky event! Walk and talk with some amazing, trailblazing women in AI 🤖👩💻. You'll get to hear about their exciting visions and how they navigate the fast-paced world of Artificial Intelligence. Hear how they are shaping the future of AI with their creativity and expertise. Come along for an inspiring and enjoyable stroll! 🗣️🚶♀️ To learn more about Seattle AI Week: https://lnkd.in/gBagqsg8 To register for our walk: https://lu.ma/8ickpg5h