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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

🎉 Celebrating the Microsoft Power Women Awards Winners! 🎉 At Microsoft, we’re committed to inspiring a new generation and investing in female tech talent. The Microsoft Power Women Awards shine a spotlight on remarkable women who champion diversity and inclusion across our partner network. With nearly 400 nominations and 19 winners, this year’s awards have seen unprecedented growth. As part of their well-deserved recognition, all the winners will participate in the prestigious Microsoft Women Leaders Program at INSEAD. This program promises growth, networking, and empowerment for these forward-thinking women. Read the full article to discover the list of winners. #MicrosoftPowerWomen #InclusionMatters #TechLeadership

🌟Today, we’re thrilled to announce that Microsoft Power Women in Tech Awards are spreading their wings across the entire EMEA region! Our wide network of Microsoft partners in 15 countries around Europe, the Middle East, and Africa are now be part of this empowering initiative. 🚀 🌟 Spotlight on Remarkable Women: This initiative isn’t just about recognition; it’s about shining a bright spotlight on the incredible women within our partner ecosystem which can spark inspiration in others. 🌟Investing in Leadership: In partnership with INSEAD Business School, we’re thrilled to provide all the winners with an awesome opportunity to join the Microsoft Women’s Leadership Program and empower them to further thrive & succeed. If you're a woman working for a Microsoft Partner in EMEA, nominate yourself or share the link with a Power Woman you know from the Microsoft Partner ecosystem: https://aka.ms/MPWAForm On International Women’s Day and every other day, let’s support &celebrate the women who drive impact and innovation across the industry. 🎉 #MicrosoftPowerWomenAwards #WomenInTech #DiversityInTech #PartnersMakeMorePossible

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  

🔔 Today, we're introducing a completely new series on our social media platforms. Get to know IT Insights by Strong Women in IT! In our report, we asked the respondents the question: "What surprised you the most when you started working in the IT industry?" 🤔 As the first, we present the response from experienced leader Kamila Cichocka - Marketing Director, Central Europe at Microsoft. 🔥 🔹 "When I started working in the IT industry, I was surprised by the diversity and dynamism of the field. I learned that IT is not only about coding or programming, but also about solving problems, creating value, and working with people from different backgrounds and disciplines. I was impressed by the range of projects, technologies, and domains that I could work on and learn from. 🔹I also enjoyed the fast-paced and constantly changing nature of the industry." Kamila Cichocka, thank you so much for this insight, and for sharing your experience with us! It is worth adding that the pace of change and dynamics of work in the IT industry is an issue often mentioned in our report - on the one hand, it is an important advantage of working in IT, but in the long run, it can be demanding.  💪 📥 We encourage you to download our report, where you can find more insights from our Strong Women in IT leaders: https://lnkd.in/eJhTXGQY #SWinIT #StrongWomeninIT #womenleadership #leadership #diversity #inclusion #career #community

🌟 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

Creating safe spaces where vulnerability is welcomed allows you to find the right communities and allies to help you reach your goals. While it's possible to succeed alone, progress can be faster and less exhausting with the right support network. I absolutely love this picture, Grace Galdos Arenas MSc. It perfectly captures what I strive to achieve repeatedly: engaging in meaningful discussions about common challenges and building consensus. By learning, listening, and sharing our stories, we can find solutions together, drawing from the experiences of ten women in leadership or senior positions who have already navigated this path. Breaking the glass ceiling without exhaustion is possible. By sharing our stories, knowledge, and skills, and by finding our community to discuss and develop strategies together, we can make this journey enjoyable. I believe breaking glass ceilings can even be fun. #safespaces #inclusion #letsshatterceilings NewLeadersMovement

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.]

Shed some light and clarity #Women's Day 🌈 The stats DON'T always tell the FULL Story. Sometimes the Devil is in the Details...or the Prada 😉👠👠🥂 To be frank, reading the yearly studies and their stats on the progress of C-Suite/VP Level Women's leadership in High Tech can be depressing. Especially as a Global Executive Leadership coach, I can count on one hand the C-Suite women I've coached in my 22 years. And very rarely do I see key power positions like CTO/CIO, CRO, COO, or CEO being held by women. 😖 We always see low numbers. And I yearly hear the recruiting wail "There are no R&D/technical women out there for VP/Exec positions". BUILDING YOUR PERSONAL/LEADERSHIP BRAND is critical, not only for your benefit but so that other people can see what is out there and can be done! Did you know that since 2018 ChatGPT's CTO is Mira Murati? (Follow me next week for my key #personalbranding building tips!) Hence my shock and delight 💖 when I saw the MAJOR companies listed with CTO/CIO and even CEO in the Top 100 women in tech list below: 😍💃🏻🏆 #amdocs Alegra Kilstein #microsoft Lakecia Gunter #Paypal Archie Deskus #cisco Aruna Ravichandran (she/her) #salesforceai Clara Shih #netflix Elizabeth Stone #hewlettpackardenterprise Fidelma Russo #pepsico Fern Johnson #oracle Jae Sook Evans #eventbrite Julia Hartz That's only 10 of the 100 powerhouses! #womeninbusiness, it is critical to be visible, vocal, and brand your career. When we see a path, we see the way, we see what's possible 💥 Happy #womensday2024 https://lnkd.in/eXrJ8g-H

And what’s your career advice for your younger self?