Championing Women In Technology Through Mentorship and Sponsorship [LIVE RECORDED AUDIO]]

Join host Rashel Hariri and a panel of distinguished guests in this enlightening LIVE RECORDED episode of She's Interesting at the Toast International Women's Day event in Toronto, as they dive into the world of women in technology. From sharing success stories of mentorship and sponsorship to discussing actionable steps for challenging bias and fostering diversity, this episode offers invaluable insights into the pivotal role women play in shaping the tech industry.

Learn from the experiences of leaders in technology as they share their expertise and perspectives on promoting gender equality and supporting women in tech.

• Panel guests include: - Janet Lin, Vice President at EQ Bank
• Matthew Rivard, Director of Strategy and Product at Google Canada
• Amina Tariq, SVP at PurposeMed
• Joanne Cavan, Director of Engineering at Dye & Durham

Discover the transformative power of mentorship, the importance of championing diversity, and actionable strategies for building inclusive tech communities. Whether you're a seasoned professional or an aspiring leader, this episode provides inspiration and guidance for driving positive change in the tech industry.

Tune in to gain valuable insights, practical advice, and a renewed sense of empowerment as we explore the journey of women in tech and the limitless possibilities for innovation and growth.

(0:23) Meet our panelists: Janet Lin, Matthew Rivard, Amina Tariq, and Joanne Cavan, as they discuss championing women in tech.

(0:58) Explore the impact of mentorship and advocacy in advancing women's careers.

(11:20) Learn about the crucial role of champions and sponsors in supporting women in tech.

(13:32) Discover key performance indicators for holding companies accountable in championing women.

(17:58) Strategies for dismantling tech-bro culture and engaging more men in gender equality efforts.

(24:35) Importance of involving HR in championing women through employee resource groups.

(29:54) Explore three guiding principles for championing women in technology.

(33:34) Insights into championing individuals with diverse backgrounds in tech.

Music Credits

Intro music: Lifeline by Kaleido

Sponsors: 

Studio Sponsor - CreatorClub 

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