GDG Cloud Boston

IWD 2025 Boston was a truly impactful event! ? ?? The event brought together an incredible lineup of inspiring speakers who shared powerful insights, igniting conversations on innovation, inclusivity, and empowerment. Big thank you to our amazing speakers and panelists Brenda Flynn, Luisa Herrmann, Edana Martin, Geraldine Van der Auwera, Chelsea H., Zulfiya Forsythe (Akbarova) CPA, and Sabrina R.. Their expertise and stories left a lasting impression, motivating attendees to drive change and push the boundaries of what's possible ?? The energy from the crowd was electric, with attendees engaging, networking, and celebrating the achievements of women across industries. This event wouldn’t have been possible without the unwavering support of our volunteers Dharana Kashyap, Shreya Wanisha, Keya Goswami, Vanshi Patel, Shriya Atul Pratapwar, Arundhati Bandopadhyaya, Grentina Kilungeja, Keerthana Mikkili, Beechui (Katy) Koo and Fayzal Olushi ?? Finally, our amazing organizers from GDG Cloud Boston - Roya Kandalan, Uyanga (Melody) Jung, Lukas Karlsson, Marissa Fisher and Marianne R., and Women @Broad - Anitta Patience, PhD and Elisabeth (Liz) Baldo, who always go above and beyond to create an inclusive, inspiring, and seamlessly executed event. We truly appreciate your hard work and dedication in bringing this community together! A huge thank you to our sponsors, Broad Institute of MIT and Harvard and Google, for making this event possible! Thank you to everyone who made this event unforgettable—we can’t wait for next year! #IWD2025 #GDG #Google #BroadInstitute #Empowerment

INTERNATIONAL WOMEN'S DAY 2025 BOSTON | AGENDA ?? We're so excited to see you tomorrow!

INTERNATIONAL WOMEN'S DAY 2025 | HER STORY ?? Chelsea H. has 14 years of experience in infrastructure-focused software engineering roles and currently leads the Devops team at the Broad Institute’s Data Sciences Platform. She loves chatting about platform engineering, developer experience, and technical operations. She is also the parent of a sensitive and curious 3-year-old who is really into ghosts right now. Come and join us on March 7 at Broad Institute of MIT and Harvard. Must register to attend: https://lnkd.in/eXUHiKvg

INTERNATIONAL WOMEN'S DAY 2025 ?? Let's welcome our panelist Chelsea H. Come and join us on March 7 at Broad Institute of MIT and Harvard. Must register to join: https://lnkd.in/eXUHiKvg

INTERNATIONAL WOMEN'S DAY 2025 | HER STORY ?? Sabrina R., a Principal User Experience Lead, advises Fortune 500 executives on optimizing digital experiences and driving business value. With over 20 years in customer experience and a decade in AI UX research, she specializes in scaling AI adoption and leading UX workstreams. Her data-driven approach ensures AI integration aligns with strategic goals, delivering measurable impact and efficiency. Come and join us on March 7 at Broad Institute of MIT and Harvard. Must register to attend: https://lnkd.in/eXUHiKvg

INTERNATIONAL WOMEN'S DAY 2025 ?? Let's welcome our panelist Sabrina R. Come and join us on March 7 at Broad Institute of MIT and Harvard. Must register to join: https://lnkd.in/eXUHiKvg

INTERNATIONAL WOMEN'S DAY 2025 | HER STORY ?? Zulfiya Forsythe (Akbarova) CPA is the CEO and Founder of Omadli Group, a Boston-based company specializing in AI and data analytics. Originally from accounting, her passion for automation led her to data science, where she now helps businesses streamline operations and enhance efficiency with AI-powered solutions. A mother of two, she balances her work with running and baking with her son while empowering teams to focus on what truly matters. Come and join us on March 7 at Broad Institute of MIT and Harvard. Must register to attend: https://lnkd.in/eXUHiKvg

INTERNATIONAL WOMEN'S DAY 2025 ?? Let's welcome our panelist Zulfiya Forsythe (Akbarova) CPA Come and join us on March 7 at Broad Institute of MIT and Harvard. Must register to join: https://lnkd.in/eXUHiKvg

INTERNATIONAL WOMEN'S DAY 2025 | HER STORY ?? Luisa Herrmann, founder of AINovva, has 15 years of experience in AI/ML startups, guiding products from innovation to market success. She specializes in making AI accessible, advising CEOs on responsible AI integration while actively coding solutions with LLMs and RAG systems. Passionate about ethical AI, she advocates for fairness and transparency while enjoying gardening, coding, and half-marathons in Boston. Come and join us on March 7 at Broad Institute of MIT and Harvard. Must register to attend: https://lnkd.in/eXUHiKvg