Indiana Women IN Tech Week

I’m kicking off my LinkedIn experience with my first post on a topic that’s close to my heart! Last week marked the first ever Indiana Women IN Tech Week. I had a fantastic time attending Ctrl+Alt+Empower: A Women in Tech Mentorship Event, sponsored by Transcend Consulting in partnership with Eight Eleven Group (Brooksource) and Pass the Torch for Women Foundation. It was so inspiring to connect with so many incredible women in tech and learn about the power of mentorship. I have been following Linda Calvin, JD (she/her/hers) for a while, and seeing the amazing work she does to support women in tech and their professional growth made it even more exciting to chat with her in person! Throughout the event, I engaged in meaningful discussions about how mentorship can help navigate our careers and open doors for opportunities. The insights shared by experienced leaders emphasized the importance of supporting one another and fostering connections in our industry. Whether you’re still in college or a recent graduate starting your career, having a mentor alongside your professional journey is essential for growth and guidance. Luckily, I’ve found some amazing women at my current workplace who have offered invaluable insights into my work and helped me adjust to the work environment during my first few months after graduation. I also had the chance to visit the Eight Eleven Group’s headquarters balcony for the raffle, where we enjoyed amazing views. The event also featured amazing merchandise, a huge delicious cake, and refreshing drinks, creating a warm and inviting atmosphere! This experience has sparked new ideas for how I can empower my colleagues at my workplace, where I’m fortunate to work alongside talented fellow Data Analysts and Business Analysts. I’m excited to continue building on the already amazing environment we have and support the professional growth of women in tech. Let’s continue to lift each other up and build a strong community! #WomenInTech #Mentorship #Empowerment #DataAnalysis #IndianaWomenInTechWeek

"It's really important to amplify their voices and also because we need to increase representation of women in tech. There was a recent study done by girls who code and by age 35, 50% of women are leaving the tech industry due to non-inclusive cultures," — Linda Calvin, JD (she/her/hers)

As we wrap up the Inaugural Indiana Women IN Tech Week, we want to be sure to say THANK YOU to everyone who supported and participated in this groundbreaking week! ?? Together, we celebrated the incredible contributions of women in tech, explored diverse career opportunities, and fostered a community of empowerment and support. A special thanks to the sponsors, speakers, and volunteers who helped make this week possible. Let’s carry forward the momentum and continue to champion diversity, inclusion, and innovation in the tech industry! ? #WomenInTechWeek #ThankYou #TechCommunity #InclusionMatters

Our Coding is LEGIT program was really legit! ?? We had almost 40 girls come out to learn about coding techniques and careers from Liberty Mutual Insurance’s Liberty Encouraging Girls in Technology volunteer group and test out realistic scenarios that they could encounter in future workplaces. We’re still celebrating Indiana Women IN Tech Week and can’t wait to continue putting this week’s lessons into practice for the rest of the year! Girl Scouts of Central Indiana #WomenINTechWeek #girlswhocode #lookatallthoseBrownies #STEMEducation #girlsinSTEM

Thank you to everyone who attended and/or supported our Indiana Women IN Tech Week event with Pass the Torch for Women Foundation — There’s More to Tech Than Coding! ?????? We had an amazing line-up of panelists! Christine McCormick (VP of Implementation at Baker Hill), India Brown, MBA, PMP (CEO at PMPHASE) Ariel Ream (Sr. Partner Executive, Higher Education at Workday), Nicole Heatly-Holmes , MSM (Chief Information Security Officer for the City of Indianapolis and Marion County). A huge thank you to Anna O’Nan (Chief Financial Officer at Baker Hill & VP Board of Directors at Pass The Torch For Women) for being the moderator! ?? ?? This event was proudly supported by Baker Hill, along with Ivy Tech Community College Indianapolis and RB Consulting Agency. #BossBabeNetwork #WomenINTechWeek #WomenINTech #Collab #Celebrate #September #IndyEvents #Indianapolis

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We’ve been loving the TECH FASHION this week. From circuit board dresses to binary code blazers — we love seeing you all represent! ???? Picture credits: Erica Bouse and Linda Calvin, JD (she/her/hers) #WomenINTechWeek #IndianaWomeninTech #TechFashion

It’s not too late to join the celebration! ?? Women IN Tech Week is still going strong, and the excitement continues through the weekend with several must-attend events. Check out the lineup of events and see how you can get involved. Head to https://lnkd.in/gzvCzYtq for all the details. Let’s keep the momentum going! #WomenInTech #CelebrateTech #WeekendEvents?

What does Indiana Women IN Tech Week mean to you, your organization, and/or your career? This week is about more than just technology—it’s about empowerment, breaking barriers, and shaping the future for the next generation. Hear from inspiring leaders like Jaci Lee Lederman and Ting Gootee, CFA, CAIA as they share their perspectives on Women IN Tech Week! ?? #WomenINTechWeek #Indiana #TechLeadership

Such a fun event in celebration of Indiana Women IN Tech Week! ?? See you all at #LLA2024 in a few weeks ?? ??