Kirk sits down with Cinthia Kim, Program Manager at Google, top discuss her journey into the industry, her nonprofit, Patina Network, aimed at empowering Asian American women and minorities in tech through mentorship and support, and the importance of allyship and fostering inclusivity.
0:00 Introduction and Background
1:31 The Purpose of the Podcast
3:06 Meeting at DCAC
8:21 Growing Up in Queens
12:02 Traveling and Life Experiences
15:09 Expectations and Pressure
17:04 Choosing a Career Path
18:38 College Journey and Discoveries
24:43 Early Career and Claims Consulting
27:51 The Impact of AI on the Future
31:35 The Importance of Networking
34:59 The Evolution of the Data Center Industry
41:14 College vs. Real-World Experience
44:27 Transitioning to the Data Center World
46:46 Mentoring and Community Building
52:40 Honorary Membership
55:25 COVID and Community
56:23 Celebrating Heritage
58:55 Mentorship and Inspiration
1:06:02 The Purpose of Patina Network
1:13:32 Building a Strong Community
1:15:43 Scaling and Rich Experiences
1:24:55 The Impact of Technology
1:31:14 Entering the Industry
1:34:56 Allyship and Inclusion
1:39:31 Building a Supportive Network
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