Humanizing Tech PDXWIT

Rose Kaz joins the podcast to share how we can bring together creativity and tech.
 
A visionary leader, expert connector and advocate for Women’s Rights, Rose is passionate about creating a more equitable future for ALL by emulating that world within the brands she builds.
 
We discuss how we can all adopt more creativity into our lives, create the environments we need for creative flow, and her love for podcasting (and Portland!).
 
Check out her podcast “Money, Sex, and Politics”, as well as her digital ecosystem LBI Digital.

On this episode of Humanizing Tech, we demystify career transitions to the Tech Industry.
 
In addition to being an Alchemy Code Lab grad and Software Engineer, Noah Puckett (they/them) leads the Accessibility Employee Resource Group (ERG) at New Relic.
 
We explore how neurodivergent perspectives can question and challenge the insularity of traditional workplaces. From making sense of nonsensical job descriptions and navigating corporate vagueness as a new hire, to applying the lens of mental health with intersectional solidarity - there’s no question that accessibility in the tech industry elevates a collective employee experience.
 
Tune in for some accessible tips if you’re anticipating new work environments, if you’re coping with the ongoing uncertainties that come with working in tech, and for avoiding burnout if you’re currently involved in organizational DEI work. 

This episode of Humanizing Tech welcomes our new Executive Director Hazel Valdez! Listen to meet Hazel and learn about her fascinating (and delicious) background, how she’s working to unify the PDXWIT team (staff and volunteers), and the exciting plans to scale the mission of PDXWIT with full transparency.
 
PDXWIT is always looking for volunteers! If you’re passionate about building an inclusive and equitable Portland Tech Industry, we’d love to meet you.
 
Learn more about how to get involved here from sponsorship opportunities, how to donate, and volunteer opportunities here: Get Involved — PDXWIT.
 
Anyone can download the PDXWIT 2022 Impact Report to learn about all of our accomplishments here: PDXWIT

On this episode, we were joined by Zhou Fang, Founder and EDI practitioner at Intersectional Group LLC.
 
Zhou Fang’s work focuses on intersectionality and interconnection, on curiosity and empathy, helping organizations and teams grow in a meaningful way. A Director of Communications with 10+ years of experience in partnership, account management, business development, people operations, and event planning with a track record of independent execution and building lasting partnerships.
 
Zhou is passionate about women's rights, pay equality, immigration reform, as well as applying her experience and expertise to cultural and social change. Tune in to hear Zhou and Anusha discuss important topics like pay transparency, navigating capitalism, building a diverse community, and having confidence to advocate for yourself! You matter!

On this episode of Humanizing Tech, we’re joined by Bess Campbell, Solutions Engineer at Actable. 
After many years in the service industry, Bess decided she was ready to pivot careers and went back to school to become a computer programmer. To her advantage, the service industry taught her all about working with people under pressure - how to be a team player, a keen attention to detail, and the ability to create elegant, efficient systems. 
In her Solutions Engineer role, she helps her clients route and transform data, engage with different marketing technologies, and contribute to projects utilizing Airflow, GCP, and Python.
PDXWIT events and programming and most importantly, the #InvestingInYou Scholarship were the springboard to her success. Listen for practical ways to pivot your career with PDXWIT.
 
Learn more about PDXWIT here, Professional Networking - Women In Technology | PDXWIT — PDXWIT. 

We're kicking off a new series for the podcast where we spotlight stories from the PDXWIT Community.
 
On this episode, we're joined by Cristabel Nichols and Estephany Mitchell – our first sister pair of podcast guests and powerhouse PDXWIT Community Members. 
 
Cristabel currently heads up Web Operations Program Management at Provider Solutions & Development and Estephany supports our Operations here at PDXWIT. Together, they share the powerful impact PDXWIT had on their lives and careers: from free coding education, life changing mentorship, and access to leadership. 
 
Learn about the power of PDXWIT’s events, resources, programming that bridge community and collective success.