Dona Fanara, VP of Women Impact Tech, is a champion for increasing female representation in tech. In this conversation, she tackles the persistent gender imbalance in AI roles and discusses the barriers women face. Dona emphasizes the importance of building confidence and a supportive community for women in tech. She also highlights the significance of mentorship and specific skill sets, while advocating for corporate action to create inclusive environments. Encouraging young girls to pursue STEM careers is key to reshaping the industry.
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Bias in Tech
Gender bias and stereotyping contribute to the low representation of women in tech.
Men often underestimate women's capabilities in these roles.
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Breaking into Tech
Network and find membership programs on platforms like LinkedIn.
Seek a mentor in the field for guidance and support.
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Communication in AI
Strong communication skills are essential for AI roles, especially in generative AI and large language model development.
This involves effective prompting, model tuning, and collaboration.
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How can we get more women in AI roles? It's an important conversation we need to have, especially in the IT and tech space in the US. Dona Fanara, VP of Women Impact Tech, joins us to discuss how we can rebuild the staffing industry and get more women into AI roles.
Timestamps: 02:20 About Dona and Women Impact Tech 03:45 Why are tech roles skewed towards men? 09:39 AI roles need strong communication skills, gender differences. 13:45 Gender biases in tech require corporate action. 17:38 Encouraging creation of women-focused tech employee groups. 20:40 Seek practical tips for addressing systemic problems. 23:45 Support early education for women in AI.
Topics Covered in This Episode: 1. Getting More Women in AI Roles 2. Challenge of Gender Imbalance in AI and Tech Roles 3. Traits for Success in AI and Tech Roles 4. Advice for Women Breaking into Tech and AI Roles
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