WMBF News Today Anchor Derrion Henderson hosts this limited series, putting a spotlight on those inspiring Grand Strand and Pee Dee communities and creating Black history every day.
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Welcome to the Women in Tech podcast series, brought to you by WI Tech Month. This series is all about shining a light on the women who are driving change and breaking barriers in tech. Each episode is about celebrating their journeys, successes, and the impact they’re making in our industry.
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Syracuse University celebrates Asian American and Pacific Islander Heritage Month in April (when students are still on campus). In 2022, several members of the AAPI Heritage Month Planning Committee collaborated with The SENSES Project in a podcast series that highlighted various aspects of the AAPI college experience.
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From Manufacturing to IT: Lillian Zhou's Career Evolution
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This episode highlights the inspiring journey of Lillian Zhou, an IT program manager at Uline, as she shares her experiences and insights as a woman in the tech industry. Lillian discusses how her career began in engineering within a manufacturing facility and evolved into the tech space, driven by a desire to broaden her experience and embrace new…
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From Problem Solver to Project Manager: Shravi Gopu's Tech Evolution
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Shravi Gopu discusses the importance of problem-solving and the diverse opportunities available in tech beyond just programming, highlighting roles such as user experience design and project management. Shravi reflects on her experiences as one of the few women in her engineering classes and emphasizes the supportive environment at Uline, where ini…
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From Courtrooms to Code: Inspiring Women in Tech with Karen Renee
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Karen Renee shares her personal experiences of overcoming initial doubts about her role in the tech space and how she has grown to thrive in it. She notes that women are becoming vital contributors to technology, inspiring future generations of girls to pursue careers in this area. The support from local communities, particularly in Milwaukee, play…
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From STEM to Success: How Sam Billetdeaux Innovates in Engineering
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Sam Billetdeaux shares her inspiring journey in the tech industry, highlighting the unique challenges and successes she has faced as a woman in electrical engineering. With only 13% to 15% of undergraduate electrical engineers being women, she discusses the importance of finding a supportive company culture, which she found at Milwaukee Tool. Sam r…
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From Dreams to Reality: A Metallurgist's Tech Journey with Jinxia Li
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Jinxia Li shares her journey in the tech industry, starting from her early education in material science and engineering in China. She highlights the challenges of being one of the few women in her field, emphasizing the importance of self-awareness and setting clear career goals. Her experience as a metallurgist at Milwaukee Tool showcases her acc…
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From Operations to Innovation: Dr. Xochitl Gonzalez's Tech Transformation
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Dr. Xochitl's journey through the tech landscape offers a rich narrative filled with insights and inspiration for women navigating similar paths. She began her career in a corporate setting, where her role primarily entailed tech operations and administrative functions. It was here that she developed an innate curiosity about technology and its pro…
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From Curiosity to Career: Catina Zautner's Tech Odyssey
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Catina Zautner's narrative is a testament to the evolving role of women in the tech industry. She shares her personal journey, which began at a law firm and has continued through various roles in IT, showcasing how her early interest in technology laid the groundwork for her career. Catina’s story is particularly poignant as she reflects on her chi…
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From Piano to Programming: Bella Zamborini's Tech Story
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This podcast episode highlights the inspiring journey of Bella Zamborini, who navigated the tech industry, starting from her unexpected entry into the field due to her father's encouragement. As a first-generation immigrant, she transitioned from aspiring piano performer to a tech professional, sharing her experiences as one of the few women in her…
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From India to the US: Sowmya Tiramdasu on Navigating the Tech Landscape
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Sowmya Tiramdasu’s narrative in the Women in Tech podcast encapsulates the essence of perseverance and empowerment in the tech industry. From her early days as an undergraduate student fascinated by programming to her role as a software developer at Infosys, Sowmya’s journey is marked by determination and adaptability. She shares the pivotal moment…
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From Social Studies to Tech Leadership: A Unique Career Path
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This episode highlights the inspiring journey of Kaitlyn Wright, who transitioned from being a social studies teacher to the Technology Director at Seeds of Health, an organization dedicated to education. She shares her experiences and challenges as a woman in a male-dominated field, where she often faced assumptions about her capabilities based on…
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From COBOL to Digital Commerce: Adrienne Hartman’s Tech Journey
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Adrienne Hartman’s journey into the tech industry is a testament to the evolving landscape of technology and the increasing presence of women within it. Beginning her career as a COBOL developer over three decades ago, Hartman navigated a male-dominated field where she often faced the challenge of being the only woman in the room. Her experiences i…
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From Non-Traditional to Tech Leader: Rashi's Inspiring Story
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This episode features Rashi Arora Khosla, a non-traditional entrant in the tech world who shares her inspiring journey from self-taught coder to entrepreneur. Rashi emphasizes the importance of balancing work and life, particularly as a woman in technology, and discusses the challenges she faced, including imposter syndrome and the struggle for rep…
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From Dot Com to Digital Inclusion: Jessica Scadron's Tech Story
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This podcast episode features Jessica Scadron, vice president of strategic partnerships and communications at Everyone On, who shares her inspiring journey in the tech industry. Jessica discusses the challenges and successes she has faced as a woman in a historically male-dominated field, highlighting the ongoing disparities in funding for women-le…
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From Accidental Beginnings to IT Leadership: Phyllis Mothiba's Story
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This podcast episode celebrates the journey of Phyllis Mothiba, a woman who has transitioned into the tech industry from an engineering background. She shares her experiences as a woman in a predominantly male field, highlighting both the challenges and successes that have shaped her career over nearly 20 years. Phyllis emphasizes the importance of…
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From Administrator to Innovator: Busissi Wengana's Tech Journey
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This podcast episode highlights the inspiring journey of Busissi Wengana, a woman who transitioned from an administrative role to a thriving career in technology. She shares her experiences navigating a male-dominated industry, emphasizing the constant need for self-improvement and knowledge acquisition in the ever-evolving tech landscape. Busissi …
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From Fear to Leadership: Blanca Gonzales's Tech Industry Adventure
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Wisconsin Tech Month shines a spotlight on inspiring women in technology, celebrating their journeys and achievements. This episode features a compelling conversation with Blanca, Gonzales, who shares her accidental yet impactful journey into the tech world. Blanca discusses her initial fear of technology, how a friend's invitation opened the door …
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From Help Desk to Hero: Navigating a Tech Career
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The Women in Tech podcast shines a spotlight on the inspiring journeys of women making strides in the technology sector. This episode features Erin DeVore, who reflects on her unique path into tech, starting with a degree in instructional technology and a pivotal internship in England focused on website development. Despite initially stepping away …
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From Finance to Tech: Amy Schultz's Inspiring Career Transition
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Wisconsin Tech Month shines a spotlight on inspiring women in technology, celebrating their journeys and achievements. This episode features an insightful conversation with Amy Schultz, who transitioned from a career in merchandising to becoming a significant player in the tech industry. Amy shares how she discovered her passion for the digital spa…
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From Psychology to Tech: Alli Jerger's Story of Growth
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This episode features a Alli Jerger's journey through the tech landscape with resilience and passion. Starting her career with a psychology degree, she recounts how her early fascination with technology and computers shaped her professional trajectory. As she delves into her story, listeners gain insight into the transition from a liberal arts back…
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From Hospitality to Cybersecurity: Andrea (Andi) Kittelson's Inspiring Transition
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Andrea (Andi) Kittelson shares her unexpected transition from a career in hospitality and marketing to becoming a leader in cybersecurity. Her journey began with a background in restaurant and tourism management, where she developed essential skills during her internship at Miller Brewing Company. However, the demanding nature of the industry promp…
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From Human Services to Cybersecurity: A Tech Journey
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Melisa reflects on her diverse experiences in various roles, from social work to her current cybersecurity internship, showcasing the versatility of a tech degree. She shares insights on how Wisconsin Tech Month has facilitated greater visibility and resources for women in tech, fostering a more inclusive environment. The discussion encourages list…
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From Intern to Director: Nicole Gieryn's Tech Triumphs
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The Women in Tech podcast shines a spotlight on the remarkable journey of Nicole Gieryn, a trailblazer in the tech space, especially within the male-dominated sports industry. Nicole recounts her formative years, where her innate propensity for technology set her on a path that would ultimately lead her to a pivotal role at the Milwaukee Brewers. D…
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From Teacher to Tech Innovator: Empowering Students with Disabilities
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Wisconsin Tech Month shines a spotlight on inspiring women in technology, celebrating their journeys and achievements. This episode features a captivating conversation with Cassie Frost, who transitioned from being a special education teacher to a pioneer in assistive technology. She recounts her journey, which began at a conference focused on tech…
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WMBF News Today Anchor Derrion Henderson introduces you to Wade Marsh, founder of 180 Degree Fitness. After being laid off, a friend help Marsh launch his gym in Carolina Forest just before the pandemic hit in 2020. Through circuit, personal, and group fitness training Marsh is transforming lives of people across the Grand Strand and helping them r…
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WMBF News Today Anchor Derrion Henderson and reporter Julia Richardson introduce you to a woman who is healing the Mullins community through mind, body and spirit.Bởi WMBF News
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Inspire: Wilson James & Wilson James, Jr.
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WMBF News Today Anchor Derrion Henderson and reporter Eric Richards introduce you to a father-son baseball coaching duo who help players knock it out of the park.Bởi WMBF News
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WMBF News Today Anchor Derrion Henderson and reporter Makayla Evans sit down with Lisa Greene-Skyers, manager of Myrtle Beach's Community Kitchen to talk about how she's inspired those in and out of the kitchen.Bởi WMBF News
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WMBF News Today Anchor Derrion Henderson and reporter Samuel Shelton sit down with Conway-area sisters LaBria Strong and Shaquasia Coleman and talk about how they inspire their community through their business, Juice Crush!Bởi WMBF News
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2022 AAPI Heritage Month: International Voices w/ Yna Talento
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This podcast focuses on stories and perspectives from international students at Syracuse University. Yna Talento is a first-year international student from the Philippines studying Marketing Management in the Martin J. Whitman School of Management and Magazine, News, and Digital Journalism in the SI Newhouse School of Public Communications. Yna is …
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2022 AAPI Heritage Month: Tales from a Japanese Breakfast Show with Hyejun Yoo
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Hyejun Yoo is a senior studying Advertising in the SI Newhouse School of Public Communications and Information Management and Technology at the School of Information Studies. Hyejun is a huge Japanese Breakfast fan and is also the student chosen to interview Michelle Zauner for the 2022 AAPI Heritage Month Keynote. In this podcast, Hyejun sat down …
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2022 AAPI Heritage Month: Gen C Podcast with Isaac Ryu
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Isaac Ryu is a senior in Broadcast Digital Journalism at the S.I. Newhouse School of Public Communications and also a member of the AAPI Heritage Month Planning Committee. In this podcast, Isaac sat down with Sehjin Kim and Shirley Chen. Sehjin is a senior studying in the College of Visual Performing Arts at Syracuse University and Shirley is a sop…
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2022 AAPI Heritage Month: Adoptee Roundtable w/Christian Buonadonna
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This podcast was recorded in spring 2022 and features Asian American international adoptees at Syracuse University. Christian Buonadonna is a senior in Sport Management in the David B. Falk College of Sport and Human Dynamics, as well as a member of the AAPI Heritage Month Planning Committee. He sat down with 4th year architecture student Lia Margo…
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Bridging The Gap: Episode 4 | Education
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Host Derrion Henderson is joined with Myrtle Beach Colored School alum, Florrie Cuttino, and Horry County Gifted Academy students, Jadlyn Bland and John Sumter, for an insightful conversation exploring the importance of education.Bởi WMBF News
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Bridging The Gap: Episode 3 | Music & Entertainment
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Host Derrion Henderson is joined with Asher Theatre's owner, James Stephens, and performers, Roy Benton and Shynia Johnson for a revealing conversation into the music and entertainment industry and its love/hate relationship with Black culture.Bởi WMBF News
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Bridging The Gap: Episode 2 | Soul Food
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Host Derrion Henderson is joined with Big Mike’s Soul Food owner, Michael “Big Mike” Chestnut, and Prince’s Place owner, Prince Bowens, for an in-depth conversation on the value of soul food in the Black community.Bởi WMBF News
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Bridging The Gap: Episode 1 | Tha Barbershop
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Derrion Henderson is joined by Inevitable Boss owner, Melvin Singleton, and granddaughter of infamous barber George Butler, Sr., Amanda Butler, for an in-depth conversation on the impact of the barbershop in the Black community. For all of WMBF’s Black History Month series, visit www.wmbfnews.com/community/black-history-spotlight.…
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