Black Women In Tech

The lack of representation in the tech industry can leave women of color without role models or support systems. It is extremely important to me to build a community of my own to change this.

From my college internship at a tech company to where I am now I am proud to say that I’ve been blessed to be in amazing positions. The work I’ve been able to accomplish has been great, I love doing what I do.

It has been what I’ve seen around me that has ultimately stood out in the workplace over the past few years — or rather, what I haven’t seen.

I have continuously been one of very few black women in different companies, none of whom held management positions. As someone getting started in my career, it was hard for to see a path to advance.

Not seeing people who looked like me in high-up positions at the company, and I wanted to know that they were interested in our career development as people of color, and especially women of color.

“It’s hard to see yourself growing in a company when you don’t see yourself represented.”

I would love to see black women be able to network, to be able to talk about the issues we’re seeing in our companies and to get advice.

Quotes to remember:

We have to use this space as a way to say ‘This is our community. We exist. We’re here, and we have a voice.’

“Don’t be afraid to articulate what your interests and career goals are and stick to them. Don’t be afraid to counter offer.”

“If a job looks interesting, apply for it. Ignore the urge to fit 100% of the qualifications. Studies show that men only look at and fulfill maybe 25% of them. Imagine a woman who has 75% applying for the same job. You’d be a shoe-in.”

“Don’t stay at a company or team if you don’t like it or them, there is someone else willing to pay you more and be happy.”

Catch ya on the flip side,

AGE