Jumpstart - Diverse Pathways in Tech: Championing Non Traditional Talent

Diverse Pathways in Tech: Championing Non Traditional Talent

Tuesday, July 23, 2024 • 4:30 to 7:00 PM

Event Summary

Join us for the next Jumpstart event, where you’ll learn from and network with local talent and leaders in the technology sector. The program features insightful panels, ample networking opportunities, and employer booths to explore.

4:30-5:00 PM: Arrival, networking, and refreshments
5:00-5:45 PM: Panel 1 – Journeys of Nontraditional Technologists
5:45-6:30 PM: Panel 2 – Supporting Nontraditional Talent: A Leader’s Perspective
6:30-7:00 PM: Networking and community building

Don’t miss this opportunity to gain valuable insights, connect with like-minded professionals, and explore new career opportunities.

Panel 1: Journeys of Nontraditional Technologists

Hear from local technologists who have transitioned from nontraditional backgrounds. They will share their journeys into tech, obstacles faced, achievements, and the unique perspectives they bring to their roles.

Christy Larson

Director of Employer Partnerships

Prime Digital Academy

Dasha Ryzhenkova

Software Quality Assurance Engineer

Medtronic

Hassan Shahid

Software Engineer

Wells Fargo

Lara Lesar

Lead Accessibility Engineer

Allyant

Luke Sands

Machine Learning Engineering Consultant

York Solutions

Beau Zamora

Security Engineer

Ostra Cybersecurity

Panel 2: Supporting Nontraditional Talent: A Leader’s Perspective

Engage with local leaders dedicated to supporting nontraditional talent. They will discuss how they and their organizations support and develop nontraditional talent, and the positive impacts this has had on their respective companies.