Ep. 7 | Nonprofits Empowering Women in Tech

Ever wonder how nonprofits are quietly revolutionizing the tech industry for women and girls?

Join hosts Fern Johnson and Dr. Alicia Makaye as they sit down with Anamika Gupta, President of DFW Alliance for Technology and Women, and Shawna Spence, a senior program manager whose career was transformed by nonprofit initiatives.

What You'll Discover
- The hidden challenges women of color face in tech, from representation to work-life integration
- How nonprofits are creating safe spaces for networking and mentorship from middle school to executive level
- Real success stories of how one connection at a nonprofit event led to life-changing career opportunities
- Inside look at programs making STEM accessible to underrepresented groups

Whether you're a tech professional looking to advance your career, someone passionate about giving back, or curious about the role nonprofits play in shaping the future of tech, this episode reveals how organizations are building bridges to success - one relationship at a time.

Featured Guests:
- Anamika Gupta - President, DFW Alliance for Technology and Women
- Shawna Spence - Senior Program Manager, Fortune 500 Company

 Learn about national organizations you can connect with, no matter where you are located!