The Intelligence Community is pushing for more diversity and inclusion in its tech workforce – a key component of the White House’s DEI plan. More here on key factors to ignite change, including mentorship and amplification in meetings: tinyurl.com/58a3bfz8

Looking to level up your career? Applications for our Mentor-Protégé Program are now open! Limited spots are available – don't miss this chance to connect, grow, and soar as a professional! More here: tinyurl.com/3f53mpv4

⛳ Mark your calendars! WIT and Sev1Tech will be hosting the 4th Annual Diversity in Golf Information Technology (DIG IT) Golf Tournament on October 11. Four person teams registration and sponsorship packages are now available – more information here: tinyurl.com/yzpxcd4z

On this #WhyWITWednesday, we're highlighting Grace Llojaj - cyber pro, WIT board member and fundraising committee leader 🙌 With her nonprofit experience and commitment to the local tech community, Grace is helping WIT strengthen its financial support as a new 501(c)(3)!

Join us next Thursday for our Accelerate(her) event: Fostering Innovation and Creativity on Your Team. Malaika Simmons, Founder and CEO, Momentology Media will share why these traits drive success, and hurdles around sharing fresh ideas. More here: tinyurl.com/y5huwc3s

“This is what it looks like when AI is used to improve things in real, tangible ways.” Take a look back on some of the innovative AI solutions that transformed the 2024 Paris Olympics, and what this means for the technology industry moving forward: tinyurl.com/4zuxj9fx

“By ensuring women have an active presence, and their voices are heard within your tech teams, you can unlock stronger collaboration that drives your organization to innovate.” Read more on how women make top team-first collaborators in tech: tinyurl.com/ree4n699

Transforming self-doubt into self-belief – read more here for strategies on overcoming obstacles like imposter syndrome and embracing your true potential to achieve career goals: tinyurl.com/53daj5pm

Join us today for our Accelerate(her) event: Fostering Innovation and Creativity on Your Team. Malaika Simmons, Founder and CEO of Momentology Media, will share why these traits are crucial and challenges of bringing new ideas to the table. More here: tinyurl.com/y5huwc3s

“We must continue to raise awareness about the gap, advocate for the qualified women out there fighting for technology positions and celebrate those who earn them.” More on how tech is expanding career horizons for women and closing gender gaps: tinyurl.com/2e9rmxun

Want to take your career to the next level? Applications for our Mentor-Protégé Program are now open! This program pairs industry mentors with professional women seeking valuable insights and career guidance. Applications close 9/10 – more here: tinyurl.com/3f53mpv4

10/11 marks the 4th Annual Diversity in Golf Information Technology (DIG IT) Golf Tournament with WIT and Sev1Tech‍.🏌️‍♀️Get ready to tee off for a day of networking, competition, and supporting WIT! Registration and sponsorship packages available here: tinyurl.com/yzpxcd4z

Let's give a warm #WhyWITWednesday welcome to Kathleen Murphy! Kathleen is a part of #WIT's Mentor-Protégé Program, where she is paying it forward to women looking for professional guidance. If you're interested in learning more about the program, visit tinyurl.com/3f53mpv4

We love to shout out our wonderful sponsors! Thanks to teams like Innovim, WIT is able to progress on our mission of supporting members at all levels of their career find new ways to connect, lead, and succeed. We’re truly grateful and excited to continue this critical work.

“From enabling informed decisions to streamlining business operations, AI is proving to be a game-changer for women entrepreneurs in terms of running and growing their businesses.” More here on how AI is empowering women business owners: tinyurl.com/7x25k4d7

We’re thrilled to recognize another one of our amazing sponsors! Thank you to the Dynamo team for your partnership and commitment to empowering women from the classroom to the boardroom. We’re looking forward to continuing this important work.

If you’re looking to take your career to the next level, there’s still time to apply for WIT’s Mentor-Protégé Program! Don’t miss your chance to participate in these learning opportunities and networking events. Applications close Sept 10 – more here: tinyurl.com/3f53mpv4

Jenny Sokalski is a longtime #WIT member and our 2024-25 Membership Chair! Last year Jenny lead the Sponsorship Committee, working with all of the amazing companies that support WIT’s many programs. #WhyWITWednesday Learn more about our committees here: womenintechnology.org/get-involved

Join WIT and Sev1Tech on October 11 for the 4th Annual Diversity in Golf Information Technology (DIG IT) Golf Tournament. Whether you’re a pro or just starting out, you’re guaranteed to have fun encouraging equality one swing at a time! More here: tinyurl.com/yzpxcd4z

Join us Sept 19 for our Accelerate(her) event: Networking and Building Professional Relationships in Tech. Jessica Price, Customer Success Director, NuAxis Innovations, will delve into the importance of networking in the tech landscape. Register today! tinyurl.com/ydc7p65w