WOMEN IN TECH // HSV: M-POWER MENTORING PROGRAM LAUNCH

850 Ben Graves Drive,Huntsville AL 35899

22 June, 2022

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WELCOME TO WOMEN IN TECH // HSV[www.wit-hsv.org]The WIT // HSV M-POWER event features the launch of our mentoring program with a line up of amazing speakers, mentor speed dating, networking opportunities and great food!Come join us June 22nd, 2022 at the Invention to Innovation Center (I2C) - UAH. Event is free and open to all women. RSVP required. Limited seating. Food and drinks will be provided during the event. ID's required for wine and beer. SPEAKER LINE UP:The Moderator:Dr. Kuan Collins, Innovation Factory Director // SAICPanel Speakers:Dr. Yudi Ross, Founder // Creating A SeatRashida Wilson, Director of Experiential Learning Opportunities // Alabama A&MKEY TOPIC OF DISCUSSION:Imposter Syndrome: Turn Your Imposter Syndrome into a Champion MindsetWhat is Imposter Syndrome? Who can relate?Common thoughts around imposter syndromeWays that imposter syndrome can affect people’s careers - Procrastination and PerfectionismKicking imposter syndrome to the curbBuilding a champion mindset ‐ actions for addressing Imposter Syndrome in 3 areas: Awareness, Acceptance, New stories/beliefsEVENT AGENDA:5:30 pm - Check in / Networking6:00 pm - Panel Discussion6:30 pm - M-Power Mentoring Program Launch 6:45 pm - Mentor Speed Dating / Networking / Wrap up_________________ ENGAGE WITH M-POWERINTERESTED IN BEING A WIT // HSV MENTOR? Sign up today!INTERESTED IN BEING A WIT // HSV MENTEE? Sign up today!_________________ Questions? Contact [email protected] _________________ #womenelevateusWOMEN IN TECH // HSV[www.wit-hsv.org]________________ WHO WE ARE:WIT // HSV is an AL focused community platform aimed at educating, encouraging and empowering women with the necessary expertise and connections to succeed in STEM career fields.Our mission is to support women who aim high and want to make an impact through technology, leadership and inspiration. ________________ THE BASICS:WIT // HSV is established to help women transform their communities, fast forward their businesses and careers, and effectively move through challenges using the tools, connections and resources we provide. WHY:Make lasting connections with women working in the business and technical sides of technologyLearn how to thrive through tech career phasesParticipate in a wide variety of hands-on workshops & discussions about trends in technologyFOR WHO:WIT // HSV is open to women of all ages in any and all areas of technology. OUR MANTRA:We’re a platform with a responsibility to give back to our community.We pursue excellence and simplicity in all aspects.We’re anchored on integrity and transparency.OUR PILLARS:Encourage: Develop meaningful networks, explore new opportunities and build pathways to collaborate.Empower: Derive inspiration through mentorship and guidance.Educate: Expand skillset and tech-potential through workshops, and curated training events.OUR CORE VALUES:Our values are not only vital, but form the foundation for our pillars of Women in Tech // HSV. They guide how we approach all of our relationships - with our members, colleagues, collaborators and our partners. Diversity and interculturality: We are dedicated to the idea that gender and cultural diversity matters in all spheres. We believe in a world where access to knowledge, innovation and business opportunities are based on interest and ability, not gender.Collaboration: We are colleagues, not competitors, and work together for a common purpose. Our ability to collaborate on projects is one of our most important strengths. We are devoted and committed to each other, because nothing great was ever built without collaboration and teamwork.Creativity: Real change and growth can’t occur unless we are open to considering new ideas. Fresh concepts are always welcome, and will be treated with the utmost respect.INITIATIVES:For the curious and open-minded, who are looking for community, WIT // HSV serves as a platform for like-minded women, aiming to connect with individuals with similar interests, while educating and sharing tech-related topics.  Events: Free quarterly events curated to encourage women in tech to learn, grow, and network.Mentorship: A platform for motivated younger female professionals to connect with senior women leaders in the tech space to learn from personal and professional experiences.Education: Free workshops and boot camps to learn new or enhance existing workplace skills.________________ [CONNECT WITH WIT // HSV AT [email protected]]#womenelevateus