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We wish we were foolin' today... but these stats aren't a joke. ⬇️ • Women held 35% of tech jobs at the end of 2023. • Women account for a small portion of STEM bachelors degrees (16% computer/info science, 21% engineering, 38% physical sciences) • 66% of women lack clear career advancement paths in their companies • Women are 1.6 times more likely to face layoffs than men, likely due to seniority. • Women hold 25% of C-level roles WiTT is committed to promoting women in technology through scholarships, education, community outreach, and networking. Together we can change the future of tech for women in Middle Tennessee! #WomenInTech #TechLeadership #TechWomen #CareerInTech

#wisdomoftheday #share #repost Entrepreneur/ Start-up Founder - "Do it and do it scared!" I don't have all the answers and neither do you. But I do know that when we come together, we'll reach more, IMPACT more and provide more solutions, access, awareness and community for all those who attend and we support thereafter. The vision of The State of Women in STEM & C-suite Roles Symposium is clear, and I am honored to have birthed it. I am TOTALLY excited about all of those who've said yes, at every level. See, as a visionary, the vision only matters if it's clear, timely, received and executed. Therefore, don't be an onlooker. Yes, YOU, the one who is reading this! Get in the game. Get your company to sponsor you as a speaker. Get your company to sponsor. Buy tickets to attend. Sponsor collegiates to attend. This will not be your average conference/workshop, etc. Houston is the home of major industries that support the world. Therefore, let's ensure our rising talent, early career and those in transition learn of the opportunities, sharpen skills and network with great results. Please don't hear about the IMPACT. Be the one to SHOW-up & talk about it! Click the link below to get in the game. You'll be glad you did. Re Kenebrew Lynn Moffett Wayne Edwards Kara Byrne Jeremy M. Sturgill, PMP Frerika Thomas Varlack, MBA, PMP Stephanie Sirt Sami Khaleeq, FRSA, CHTI Andrew Baines

𝗕𝗿𝗲𝗮𝗸𝗶𝗻𝗴 𝗕𝗮𝗿𝗿𝗶𝗲𝗿𝘀 𝗮𝗻𝗱 𝗕𝘂𝗶𝗹𝗱𝗶𝗻𝗴 𝗖𝗮𝗿𝗲𝗲𝗿𝘀 📈 👩🔧 Women are making waves in the vertical transportation industry, breaking barriers and building successful careers! 🌟 While traditionally male-dominated, most industries are witnessing a significant shift as more women take on pivotal roles in engineering, project management, and technical services. Did you know? In recent years, the number of women in STEM careers, including vertical transportation, has increased by 30% globally (UNESCO, 2021). This growing presence is reshaping the industry, bringing fresh perspectives and driving innovation. Why is this important?  • Diverse Workforces Drive Innovation: Companies with diverse teams are 15% more likely to outperform their peers.  • Empowering Future Generations: Women in vertical transportation are inspiring young girls to pursue careers in STEM, creating a more inclusive future. • Career Growth and Leadership: The industry offers vast opportunities for women to climb the career ladder, from technical roles to leadership positions. At BSVT, we’re committed to supporting women in this field, offering specialized training, mentorship, and 100% job placement assistance to ensure they thrive in their careers. Join us in celebrating and supporting women in vertical transportation! 🌐 www.bharathsvt.com 📞 +91 9035154663 📧 info@bharathsvt.com #VerticalTransportation #DiversityAndInclusion #CareerOpportunities #BSVT #WomenEmpowerment #Jobs #Placements #Elevators #Escalators

Of course I’m grateful for the award! But here is what this post is really about……. It’s common to see posts highlighting individual achievements, and while it’s great to celebrate personal milestones, I believe there’s more to it (or at least should be). What if we viewed this platform as a space to also inspire others, rather than just focus on showcasing our own success? When we share our achievements, the goal should be to resonate with someone who may need that extra push to pursue their own path. You never know who might be inspired by your journey and what they might go on to achieve because of it. Throughout our journeys, we cross paths with people we inspire, those who inspire us, those we learn from, and sometimes, those who show us what not to follow. Some of them we lead, and others lead us. No matter where you are, keep pushing your way forward. My path in many direct and indirect ways have crossed with many….just this morning I recalled Randa Khalil Ben Mouawad Omar Arabi Amel Saad Sarra Yako Carolyn Keenan Jackie Stavros Martin Reeves Gassan Al-Kibsi Toni Somers Christine Jackson Gary Shields Tim Galpin Tom Lawrence Ernest A. Amal M. Berry Scott McCormick Rob Conklin Lawana Fair K. Venkatesh Prasad Othman Haddi Aaisha Khidir LaShawn Ware Hilal Lashuel Shaker Lashuel Omar Dabbas Adam Hopkins ………..and always have “this is who I want to be when I grow up”……. . . . . . . . #Inspiration #Leadership #WomenInSTEM #DiversityAndInclusion #Mentorship #Innovation #Achievement #Success #GrowthMindset #Empowerment #CelebrateOthers #CommunityImpact #STEMLeadership #InspiringOthers #CareerGrowth #Inclusivity #RoleModel #LeadershipDevelopment #Motivation #PersonalGrowth #ProfessionalDevelopment #PositiveImpact #WomenInLeadership #DiversityInTech #SupportEachOther #BreakingBarriers #RepresentationMatters #PayItForward #LeadByExample #WomenEmpowerment #WayneStateUniversity #LawrenceTechnologicalUniversity #IlitchSchoolOfBusiness #SaidBusinessSchool

Diversity in space! Let’s shape the future of space. Did you know more diverse teams are proven to be more innovative and better at problem-solving?   Although there has been growth in diversity over the last twenty years there is still a long way to go in specific areas.   For instance, despite the fact women in space has grown over the past 20 years, it still remains a largely male-dominated field.   Seeing more early STEM engagement, scholarships & funding, inclusive workplaces, visible role models, networking & mentorship programs over the more recent years continue to grow, will only help boost the diversity and lead to an improved Space sector.   Continuously having these conversations, within your companies or at expos will only help highlight what needs to be done and what works well.  What else do you think could be done?   Let me know in the comments your thoughts!    #STEM #Diversity #UKSpace 

Feeling overwhelmed by the challenges in your STEM career? 🤔 It's tough being a woman in STEM – the road can be filled with obstacles, and it's easy to feel isolated and underappreciated. 😓 But remember, the journey of women in STEM is a testament to resilience, intelligence, and the unyielding spirit to explore and discover. 🌟 At PECS, we're dedicated to providing the support and resources you need to succeed, including mentorship, professional development, and networking opportunities. 🌐 #PerceptiveEngineering #ConstructionExcellence #InnovativeSolutions #EngineeringSolutions #ConstructionServices

My heart breaks to read this. It is completely unacceptable to see such minimal representation of women of color in the tech industry, especially when it comes to single-digit numbers. What troubles me the most is the strikingly low statistics on the sense of belonging and the lack of diversity, equity, and inclusion initiatives in place. Employers need to step up and improve in this area! At The WIT Network, our primary goal is to assist women in the tech field at every phase of their careers. If you are interested, please don't hesitate to reach out to me to learn more about how our programs can contribute to diversity, equity, and inclusion efforts. Our corporate sponsorships include various benefits such as memberships, mentorship programs, educational events and webinars, and the invaluable support of a strong community, all of which can significantly increase these numbers. Our programs address the top two answers to this question "How can leaders support women of color to increase sense-of-belonging?" : 1. Invest in programs that foster peer-based relationships. 2. Enable sponsorship and mentoring opportunities. #DEI #womenintech #TheWITNetwork #culture #Wpower #womenofcolor

Ahead of International Day of Women and Girls in Science, some of the team members here at AVI are sharing their advice for how to get into the #STEM fields. What's your best advice? Share below! ⤵️ If you're interested in checking the STEM opportunities at AVI, visit our career page: https://loom.ly/FuS8V-E #WomenandGirlsinScience #WomeninSTEM #GirlsinSTEM

At Saab, we believe in the power of equity, diversity and inclusion and are proud to celebrate the accomplishments of women in our organization during Women's History Month. Meet our next spotlight, Melody Cornman, a Lead Software Engineer in Air Traffic Management. What does Women’s History Month mean to you? Women’s History Month celebrates the important roles that women have had in American history. One of my favorite movies is “Hidden Figures,” which tells the true-life story of women like Catherine Johnson and Dorothy Vaughn who played an instrumental role in making NASA's space program a success. It is important that we take the time to remember the accomplishments of women like them and recognize the influence that women have had throughout history. What does gender equity mean to you? It saddens me that in this day and age people are still being discriminated against due to their gender. I do not believe I have personally experienced discrimination as a woman in an engineering field, and I realize that I am very fortunate to be able to say that. I also realize that the environment we have here at Saab is not necessarily the norm. It is important that we keep focus on the subject with the goal that someday, people of all genders will be treated equally in all workplaces. Over the years, whenever a young co-op or new software engineer would start at Saab, I would ask: “How many females” are in your software classes?” The answer was always: “Just a couple.” It is important that companies like Saab continue to reach out to young girls to try to generate an interest in STEM at an early age. What makes Melody such a great contributor to the company? (From her manager, Joe Durfee) Melody is an extraordinarily capable software engineer, and an amazing team lead. She is extremely intelligent, detail oriented, and makes sure that her team is highly productive and efficient. She fosters a highly collaborative and supportive team, which is always able to meet the evolving needs of our customers. #iworkatsaab #WomensHistoryMonth

Wow! Thank you Story Changes Culture for providing a platform for me to share my story! Reflecting on writing this article, makes me realize my journey from theater to tech has taught me that our backgrounds and experiences are not just footnotes in our careers, they are the foundation of our unique perspectives and innovations. It's through embracing our stories and leveraging our unique backgrounds that we can truly drive change. In my early years, my love of storytelling nurtured through theatre arts laid the foundation for my creative expression. Yet, it was the stark realization of the lack of diverse voices in theater that propelled me toward a new direction into tech. And when I pivoted into the tech industry, again, I noticed the lack of diverse voices. So I asked myself, "What are you going to do about it?" From there, I began to build a community for women of color in tech to learn and grow from each other in a safe space where they wouldn't feel marginalized. This pivot wasn't just about changing careers, it was about reshaping narratives and fostering inclusivity in a space where it was sorely needed. The community I've been able to build, with the help of our extraordinary volunteers, is now a 501c3 nonprofit known as Philly Tech Sistas. At Philly Tech Sistas, we're not just teaching technical skills, we've built a community where women of color can see themselves reflected in the leaders and innovators of the tech industry. My mission has always been to bridge the gap, to ensure that our voices are heard, and to create opportunities for empowerment through technology. I invite you to read more about my journey into tech and the impact of Philly Tech Sistas in the full article: https://lnkd.in/eTmAGXJx #WomenInTech #Storytelling #Innovation #Empowerment #careerpivot #womenchangemakers #technology #theatre #career