Bringing Silicon Valley to Kenya: Empowering Entrepreneurs and Young Talent
As a technology entrepreneur who is passionate about the power of technology to transform society, TechWomen was a natural choice for Rosemary Ochola, a 2013 participant from Kenya. With more than 12 years of experience in business technology, Rosemary is the founder and CEO of TraceSoft Limited, a … [READ MORE...]
TechWomen Is Now Accepting Applications for the 2014 Program
The 2014 Emerging Leader application is now open! The deadline to apply is 23:59 Cairo time, Monday, February 10, 2014. WHAT IS TECHWOMEN? The mission of TechWomen is to empower, connect, and support the next generation of women leaders in science, technology, engineering, … [READ MORE...]
Saying Goodbye to TechWomen
Guest post by Korin Hoffman Only one month after joining the TechWomen team as a Program Coordinator, I had the unique opportunity to send emails to the successful applicants to congratulate them for being selected to participate in the 2013 TechWomen program. Being the one to share … [READ MORE...]
Confessions of a 2013 Cultural Mentor
On her blog, Tina in Wonderland, 2013 Cultural Mentor Tina Shakour reflects on how her TechWomen experience and interactions with Emerging Leader Saze, taught her insightful lessons about herself and life in America. She writes, “TechWomen changed my perspective on my own world and … [READ MORE...]
2014 TechWomen Application Opens December 16
We are delighted to announce that the Emerging Leader application for the 2014 TechWomen program will open on Monday, December 16! The application will be accessible on the TechWomen website at www.techwomen.org, and must be submitted by the deadline of February 3, 2014 at 23:59 Cairo time. One … [READ MORE...]
2013 TechWomen Program Through Tweeted Photos
What a year it has been! Though almost one month has passed since the Emerging Leaders returned to their home countries, we are still reveling in our memories of the 2013 TechWomen program's five jam-packed weeks of excitement, discovery, and sharing. Below are snapshots of just a few of the many … [READ MORE...]
The Barb List
There were so many valuable events, speeches, and workshops during this year’s TechWomen program, but one of the highlights for the Emerging Leaders was The Barb List, a list of nine tips for fearlessly achieving your personal and professional goals from 2013 TechWomen Cultural Mentor, Barbara … [READ MORE...]
After an Incredible Month, Emerging Leaders say Goodbye
In just five, jam-packed weeks, the 78 TechWomen Emerging Leaders have completed a four-week mentorship with Professional Mentors at leading companies in the San Francisco and Silicon Valley, captured the best of Bay Area and American culture with Cultural Mentors, and participated in panels, … [READ MORE...]
From Nigeria to San Francisco: My TechWomen Experience
Guest post by Hannah Kabir Ahmed, Emerging Leader from Nigeria We arrived in San Francisco on October 1, which marks Nigeria’s Independence Day. By that time, we had clocked more than seventeen hours of travel time. There was excitement in the air. For the first time, we were able to meet … [READ MORE...]
