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To all my precious women colleagues who have not only made remarkable strides as women but also as technology evangelists, this is your moment to shine brighter than ever before ✨✨✨ Let's seize this golden opportunity to showcase your achievements, inspire others, and uplift each other as we persistently break barriers in the tech world. Together, we possess the power to create a more inclusive and diverse tech ecosystem. 💪 #PowerWomen #WomenInTech #InclusionMatters"💪 #PowerWomen #WomenInTech #InclusionMatters

📣 Nominations for the Microsoft Power Women Awards are open until May 8th! Are you a Woman Leader in technology and a champion for inclusion? We want to hear from you! As a Women in Tech for over 20 years and a mother of 2 girls, I know the importance of leading by example and paying it forward. One of the greatest joys in life is serving and empowering others. Growing up in Rio de Janeiro - Brazil, I was fortunate to have role models in my family and also here in The Netherlands, where I built my career, who taught me valuable lessons on grit, resilience, and empathy. Did your journey in the tech industry inspire others? Women currently hold only 29% of all tech roles and representation drops to 17.8% and 12.4% for high-level leadership positions such as VP and C-suite, respectively. Let's change these statistics and pave the way for female tech talent to thrive! The Microsoft Power Women Awards celebrate and elevate inspirational women working within the Microsoft AI Cloud Partner Program. Through the Awards, we hope to inspire others and recognize the achievements of women in the tech industry. All 19 winners will be invited to join the Microsoft Women's Leadership Program 2nd Edition, developed by Professor Jennifer Louise Petriglieri at the INSEAD Business School in Fontainebleau, France. To learn more about the awards and nominate yourself, visit https://lnkd.in/e3Y6YpKt or https://aka.ms/MPWAForm. Let's work together to create a more inclusive and diverse tech industry! #WomenInTech #MicrosoftEMEA #MSFTAdvocate #MSPartners #PartnersMakeMorePossible

#internationalwomensday #microsoftpartners Women make up 49% of employment in non-STEM occupations, but just 29% in tech roles. For leadership positions such as VP and C-suite, representation drops to 17.8% and 12.4%. Microsoft believe that if we are not unleashing the full potential of female tech talent, then our businesses are missing out. We want to change these statistics, which is why we’re shining a spotlight on talented tech professionals from across Europe. Nominations now open for our Power Women Programme & Award - Open to all Tech Leaders from across the Microsoft EMEA Partner Ecosystem!

Women IT leaders on their climb to the top : Is NOW their time? Three accomplished women leaders in tech — Lorissa Horton (SVP and CPO for Webex at Cisco), Tamecka McKay (CIO for the City of Ft. Lauderdale), and Debbie Stephens (Deputy CIO of the USPTO) — recently spoke about their experiences rising to leadership positions in the male-dominated IT industry. All three shared eye-opening perspectives on what enabled their success, from the importance of early exposure to tech, to key moments where advocacy and sponsorship from others opened doors, to the power of bringing your whole, authentic self into leadership. A few key insights stood out: 🚀 Foster interest early. Seeing women in tech early on played a pivotal role for both Horton and McKay. We need to show girls and young women that tech is a viable, rewarding career path. 🚀 Confidence is key. Stephens noted that women often undervalue their skills compared to men when considering stretching opportunities. Believing in your value and ability to learn on the job is critical. 🚀 Sponsorship matters. McKay recalled an instance where a CIO stood up for her in a room of directors, refusing to let her be relegated to admin work. Advocates can dramatically shift perceptions. 🚀 Lead authentically. All three emphasized the power of bringing their whole selves to work - as partners, mothers, daughters, community members. Normalizing our complex lives makes for better leaders and culture. While the path isn't easy, these women prove it's possible. It starts with belief in our value and involves courage, commitment, and community. Together we can pave the way for more women to advance into IT leadership roles. We'd love to hear your thoughts and experiences! What's helped you climb in your career or advocate for other women? Happy Valentine's Day to all our fans and followers all over the world!💙 #womenintech #techleaders #bloffintechnologies

To support the next generation of female #tech professionals, I believe it's so important to share the experiences and #values that shaped our #careers. Active #mentorship begins with openly discussing the challenges we've faced and our perspective going forward. In this article, 20 members of Forbes Technology Council discuss the principles that guide their #leadership styles and why they believe they’re so impactful. One of my favorites shared, by Vivienne Wei, Security COO at Salesforce: "Be #fearless, and own your seat at the table. You were hired to provide perspective to enrich discussions and make the company better. It is important that others hear your point of view— while your experience and #knowledge likely seem common to you, it might enlighten others. You will also learn more as you become the one who’s 'in the arena'!" https://lnkd.in/gd-z8ipU

🌟 Celebrating Women in Tech at Microsoft Partners! 🌟 As someone deeply connected to the tech industry, I’m thrilled to highlight the incredible contributions of women working at Microsoft Partners. These talented individuals have been shaping the landscape of technology, often within a traditionally male-dominated field. Let’s recognize their brilliance and empower them to step into the spotlight. 🚀 The Microsoft Power Women in Tech Award 🚀 Nominate yourself or a colleague for the Power Women in Tech Award! It honors women leaders within our partner organizations who’ve forged extraordinary paths, leveraging tech innovations and promoting diversity in STEM careers. These trailblazers inspire others and shape our industry’s future. 🌐 Criteria: 1. Work for a Microsoft partner. 2. Have 15+ years of experience in tech leadership. 3. Demonstrate performance, impact, and diversity promotion. 4. Possess a social media presence as an influencer or opinion maker. If you are a Power Woman, nominate yourself. If you know any Power Women within your organization – please ask them to nominate themselves. Nominations open until May 8, 2023. Let’s celebrate these remarkable women and inspire the next generation of tech leaders! 🌟   Learn more and nominate at: https://aka.ms/MPWAForm    For full details, including participating territories and nomination criteria, visit us at https://lnkd.in/dqmWEEM9. #WomenInTech #DiversityInTech #MicrosoftPartners #TechLeadership

🖤 Women in Tech Leadership 🖤 Being a woman in Tech myself, creating your own success can be challenging at times. Interested in learning how to forge your own path? Take a deeper look at these essential steps to successfully move the needle as described by the following amazing women leaders at Verizon: Lynn Cox, Chief Network Officer Julie Slattery, SVP, Core Engineering & Operations Yolanda Stancil, SVP, Field Operations 1. Leading with Confidence and Vision → Find Someone to Believe in You ↳ Someone who sees something in you that you didn’t see in yourself. ↳ Someone who can help motivate and shape your leadership style. → Stand Out in a New Field ↳ To be seen and heard, be strategic to make your mark. ↳ Volunteer for the challenging opportunities. These are great opportunities to elevate yourself as a problem solver and to hone those skills that are critical for advancing in your career. → Foster Change for the Next Generation ↳ Identify potential in others, create opportunities for them to demonstrate their talent, and coach them through their journeys. 2. Empowering Women in Tech → Discover What’s Possible ↳ Invest in programs that introduce technology and STEM at school and in our communities. → Leverage Tools for Overcoming Challenges ↳ Build a tribe of mentors, sponsors and other supporters who offer unfiltered feedback, crucial support, and cheer loudly and proudly no matter the win. → Make an Impact from the Inside ↳ Create an inclusive environment where everyone feels they belong and have a voice at the table to express their ideas. ↳ Help equip other women with the skills and capabilities to become leaders and achieve their personal and professional goals. 3. Increasing Representation through Diverse Perspectives → Opening Doors ↳ Be the person who can help discover others’ strengths and where they might be able to add value to the business, help guide their decisions on expanding their skill set, identify growth opportunities, and step into new roles. ↳ Learn by watching your mentors and sponsors lead in highly technical roles, observe the questions they asked, the culture they created for their teams, and how they solved problems. → Recognizing and Overcoming Biases ↳ Once you recognize moments where bias is occurring, demonstrate how you would respond so others can learn from your example. → Moments to Shine ↳ Invite others into your network and opportunities like high-profile projects and meetings to gain broader exposure. P.S. For all the Women in Tech Leaders out there, what resonates most with you? What advice would you add? Thanks for reading! Find this helpful? Please share with others. ♻️  Follow Emily Rossetta 🖤 for daily insights between 8:00am - 8:30am Eastern Time. Credit: Verizon | The Cut

Could your story inspire other women in the tech industry? Right now, women hold only 29% of all tech roles. For high-level leadership positions such as VP and C-suite, representation drops to 17.8% and 12.4%, respectively. These are statistics we want to change—could you be the one to do it?   The Microsoft Power Women Awards is an EMEA-wide program that celebrates and elevates the inspirational women working within the Microsoft AI Cloud Partner Program. We already received several nominations from Central and Southeast Europe, Middle East and Africa. There's time for more amazing stories to be submitted! If you’re a Woman Leader in technology and a champion for inclusion, nominate yourself at https://aka.ms/MPWAForm.   For more information about the awards visit us at https://lnkd.in/dY2d2a8W. #microsoftemea #msftadvocate #partnersmakemorepossible #MPWA  

Congratulations to our very own Eleftheria Despoinara for winning the 𝗠𝗶𝗰𝗿𝗼𝘀𝗼𝗳𝘁 𝗣𝗼𝘄𝗲𝗿 𝗪𝗼𝗺𝗲𝗻 𝗔𝘄𝗮𝗿𝗱 𝟮𝟬𝟮𝟰 for 𝗦𝗼𝘂𝘁𝗵𝗲𝗮𝘀𝘁 𝗘𝘂𝗿𝗼𝗽𝗲 🎉 As Eleftheria stated "This recognition is not just a personal milestone but a testament to the collective efforts of our team at Accenture to drive meaningful change and foster an inclusive work environment. It is also a reminder of the importance of leadership in fostering an environment where diverse talents are nurtured and celebrated. It challenges us to continue pushing the boundaries of what is possible when we combine technology with diverse perspectives." Explore the full list of winners from across #EMEA https://accntu.re/3xJrTX6. Let’s celebrate them as role models for the next generation of female tech talent – to spark conversations, shape success, and ignite inspiration. [Image Description: A purple background with a gold star, ribbon and gold confetti. A circle with a blue background is in the center, with a photo of Eleftheria Despoinara. The text "Microsoft Power Women Awards, Southeast Europe, 2024 Winner, Eleftheria Despoinara" is on the left side.]

Share your thoughts... Ok here goes I have actively been reaching out to Female Leaders in tech to understand their journey with getting into tech. I met an incredible women last week who gave me an insight on how females usually deter away from leadership / C-level roles and she runs a network and mentors women to take those leadership roles. Female leaders bring diverse perspectives, foster inclusive environments, and inspire future generations, leading to better decision-making and organisational success. But here's the shocking part... Women only make up around 25-30% of the workforce in tech-related fields and that doesn't even counter in if they are leaders or not 😯 There are many companies including Corecom Consulting that have a focus on supporting Women in Tech so we are going in the right direction but still have a long way to go. If you would like support with attracting females into your tech teams then please reach out and I will be happy to help. Likewise, Corecom Technology Academy allows companies to give females and other underrepresented people a chance to get into tech without experience. If this is a route you would like to consider when growing I can set up a call. P.S. Anyone else struggle to post on LI? Me too 😀 #corecomconsulting #womenintech #femaleleaders