The deadline to submit an Emerging Leader application for the 2014 TechWomen program is in two weeks. Below, see the answers to some of the most frequently asked questions about the application. HOW DO I APPLY? To apply, complete the 2014 TechWomen Application and submit it electronically by … [READ MORE...]
Nihal Fares Reveals the Secret to Silicon Valley’s Success
Although Nihal Fares was already an entrepreneur in Egypt before participating in the 2013 TechWomen program, she said her TechWomen experience taught her to become a better leader for her company and changemaker in her community by giving her a “great opportunity to connect with successful women … [READ MORE...]
TechWomen and TechGirls Reunite in Ramallah
On Friday, January 10, the Consulate General of the United States in Jerusalem hosted a reunion for three generations of TechWomen alumnae (from the 2011, 2012, and 2013 programs) and two generations of TechGirls alumnae (from 2012 and 2013) at Level5 restaurant in Ramallah. Fifteen alumnae from … [READ MORE...]
TechWomen Alumna in Jordan Takes First Place in GIST Competition
Aqar-Estate – the online real estate platform founded by TechWomen alumna Hanan Khader – won first place as the company with the best pitch at the Global Innovation through Science and Technology (GIST) boot camp and “Demo Day” in Amman, Jordan. Held between December 16 and 18, 2013, thirty … [READ MORE...]
Join Us for the TechWomen Tweetchat on January 16!
Curious about the TechWomen program and wondering if you should apply? The TechWomen Emerging Leaders from South Africa are organizing a Tweetchat on Thursday, January 16! The Tweetchat will be a great opportunity for potential applicants to hear about the program, from the Emerging Leaders and … [READ MORE...]
Five Ways to Build a Better You in 2014
Happy 2014! Though habits are easy to break, they take time, energy, and sheer strength of will to build and keep, especially in the beginning. As we welcome the new year, we thought we’d highlight a few of our top posts from 2013. Hopefully, they can help you reach your 2014 goals. Below are … [READ MORE...]
Happy Holidays from the TechWomen Team!
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...]
