SheTech Media

Emerging Journalists, Enduring Stories: The Pulse of Tech’s Future

Explore a collection of articles crafted by emerging voices in tech journalism!

This space showcases the work of our SheTech Media Interns, including in-depth interviews with Women Tech Finalists and insightful explorations into various technology fields. The content here offers a unique blend of personal achievement stories, industry challenges, and emerging trends in technology–all seen through the lens of SheTech and the Women Tech Council community. Read on for inspiring stories that highlight the mentorship and experiences gained through the SheTech program and exploration of STEM industries.

Finding Balance: Beth Sanez Jouney as an accomplished leader at DOMO

06/14/2024 –

SheTech Media Interns interview Beth Sanez the VP of Engineering Operations at DOMO. Sanez shares her valuble insights she has gained throughout her career. Such as the importance of maintaining a healthy work-life balance, taking time to value each individual team member, and being okay with changing the expectations you hold for yourself.

Read More to learn how you can find balance in your career.

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Implementing Change: Corrine Beaumont’s Fight to Raise Awareness for Breast Cancer Through the Know Your Lemons Nonprofit

05/16/2024 –

SheTech Media Interns interview Corrine Beaumont, founder and CEO of the Know Your Lemons nonprofit as she shares insight on her powerful journey of using her background in design to create a campaign to raise awareness for breast health. Through the Know Your Lemons mobile app and other programs, Corrine has reached an impressive number of 1.85 billion people today.

Read More to explore the deterministic power you have to implement change.

Promoting Career Acceleration: Emily Togaga’e’s Mission to Maintain Peace and Security

05/20/2024 –

Discover the educational journey of Emily Togaga’e and her value of hard work in an in-depth interview with Shetech Interns. This article delves into the importance of a STEM degree and the benefits of a college education. As a first-generation student, Togaga’e’s work ethic led to many opportunities for learning development and later accelerated career growth. Understand how her leadership in technological advancements shapes her mission in protecting peace and cybersecurity at the Hill Air Force Base.

Read More to discover the importance of work ethic for career growth in the cybersecurity industry.

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Encouraging Representation: Regan Tracy’s STEM Exploration and Outreach Efforts to Promote Diversity

03/28/2024 –

Discover the outreach efforts of Regan Tracy, a mechanical engineering student from Utah State University, in an in-depth interview with SheTech interns. This article uncovers how her interest in space exploration flourished at an early age and developed while researching at the Space Dynamics Laboratory. In addition to working with the NASA Department of Defense, Tracy embraced her platform as Miss Engineering and Miss USU to launch an initiative to actively create a more inclusive environment for women and underrepresented groups in STEM and higher education.

Read More to explore a unique initiative to provide STEM outreach to underrepresented communities.

Women In Defense: Hill Air Force Base Mentoring Event

04/30/2024 –

SheTech media interns Ava and Kira attend the Women in Defense Networking Event at Hill Airforce Base. Speakers Cydni Tetro, Aniza Brown, Sanguta Sabramaniani, Captain Mandy Cannon, speak on leadership roles, breaking barriers, and dealing with imposter syndrome

Read More to discover the experiences and barriers the panelists have encountered in traditionally male-dominated fields.

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Powerful Persistance: Carlisha Robinsons Product Managemment Career

03/28/2024 –

SheTech media interns Ava and Kira interview Chief Customer Officer of Beyond Inc. Carlisha Robinson. Read to explore leadership and powerful persistence in product management through problem-solving and peer support. See how Robinson inspires girls in STEM to have patience with themselves and determination to achieve big things.

Read More to explore the lesson of powerful persistence and strong leadership.

Catalyzing Development: Davina Kamikazi’s International Journey in Digitalizing Agriculture

04/16/2024 –

Discover the global journey of Davina Kamikazi, an international student from Rwanda majoring in computer science, in a campus interview with SheTech interns. This article uncovers how her interest in technology and problem-solving stemmed from her involvement in the One Laptop per Child program in her home country. Kamikaze embraced the opportunity to study in the United States at Weber State University to expand her technological knowledge and obtain higher education. Studying for a computer science degree will enable her to work towards her goal of digitizing agriculture in Rwanda to increase economic productivity and public health.

Read More to uncover an international journey in catalyzing development with the application of technology.

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From Trial to Triumph: Ashley Jujan’s Journey in Computer Science

03/27/2024 –

The story of a young female pursuing her dreams to one day become a computer engineer. This Chair of Community Outreach for the Society of Hispanic Professional Engineers student chapter (the nation’s largest network for Hispanic students in STEM). And University of Utah student and ambassador for students for the Utah Center for Inclusive Computing shares with us what it takes to be a voice for change in a male-dominated workforce. See how Ashley is triumphing and reaching her goals at her young age despite setbacks and trials.

Read More to uncover an inspiring tale of overcoming challenges and inspire the next generation of tech enthusiasts.

Embracing Versality: Alison Sturgeon’s Journey in Fostering STEM Outreach

03/14/2024 –

SheTech Interns interview Alison Sturgeon, an Electrical Engineer Acquisition Specialist at the Hill Air Force Base. Discover how a STEM degree allowed Sturgeon to explore her options within the Air Force and land a niche position with a highly specialized focus on procuring major systems. This article features Sturgeon’s early interest in engineering and her current position as a civilian in the Air Force. In addition to utilizing the versatility of her STEM degree, she started Women in Science and Engineering to support women in all career stages. She actively works to build the STEM pipeline among secondary students to foster STEM Outreach through various base programs such as Starbase and Legacy.

Read More to explore the versatility of a STEM Degree and how to foster STEM Outreach.

Upscaling Talent: Tami Fisher’s Nontraditional Career from Retail Banking to Goverance and Technology

03/07/2024 –

Uncover the nontraditional career progression of Tami Fisher, the Senior VP Director of Technology Strategy and Governance at Zions Bancorporation, in an in-depth interview with SheTech interns. This article features Fisher’s journey from retail banking to a career shift to operations, with an interpersonal focus on upscaling talent. From the nontraditional route of a lattice career (taking different directions in a career instead of the traditional vertical career ladder), Fisher establishes the possible career approaches with the development of governance. Along with her career approach, Fisher advises on how creating a personal board of directors is key to maintaining balance and a growth mindset.

Read More to explore a nontraditional approach to building a career and implementing a talent-upscaling program to develop the growth of people.

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Finding Community: Kim Wittman’s path to building connection through STEM

02/23/2024 –

SheTech Media Interns interview Kim Wittman and explore her journey from growing up in a small Idaho town to becoming Senior VP of Vivint’s People and Culture team. The article delves into her philosophy of finding community and connection in all things. Kim expands on the unhealthy stereotype that women in STEM have developed and teaches STEM is more broad and creative than we often believe. Kim demonstrates the virtue of resilience with personal experiences of failure and change. Kim is a strong inspiration to all, especially young girls.

Read More to uncover the power community and connection can have in empowering yourself and others.

Embracing Change: Robin Ritch’s Journey from Tech to Empowerment

01/05/2024 –

Delve into the remarkable story of Robin Ritch, a dynamic business executive with a rich history in the technology sector. In her interview with SheTech interns, Ritch shares her journey from working at Microsoft in its formative years to holding key roles at tech giants like Intel and Cisco. Her transition to the media industry, becoming the President of Deseret News and transforming it into a national powerhouse, demonstrates her adaptable leadership and innovative thinking. Her philosophy around growth through change underpins a career marked by resilience, adaptability, and mentorship, making her a true inspiration for future leaders.

Read More to uncover valuable lessons in embracing change and pursuing growth.

Empowering Ambition: Erika Mahterian’s Journey from Finance to Tech Mentorship

11/28/2023 –

SheTech Media interns interview with Erika Mahterian, co-founder of Leland, explore the remarkable story of a leader transforming the landscape of career and educational guidance. Mahterian’s journey from founding associations at BYU to starting a nonprofit for underprivileged youth, and ultimately co-founding Leland, showcases her dedication to mentorship and community involvement. The article delves into her approachable leadership style, her personal challenges, and her empowering advice for young students.

Read More to uncover an inspiring tale of overcoming challenges and mentoring the next generation of tech enthusiasts.

Innovating Justice: Noella Sudbury’s Tech-Driven Mission to Clear Criminal Records

11/01/2023 –

Discover the inspiring journey of Noella Sudbury, the CEO of Rasa Legal, in an exclusive interview with SheTech interns. This article, featured on TechBuzz News, delves into Sudbury’s transformative work in the legal tech sector. As a social justice advocate turned public defender, Sudbury’s career took a pivotal turn when she joined Goldman Sachs and later became a policy influencer in Utah’s criminal law. At Rasa Legal, she’s revolutionizing the expungement process, making it accessible and affordable through innovative software. This not only aids those with criminal records but also serves as a beacon of inspiration for young women in technology.

Read More to explore this remarkable story of passion, innovation, and social change.