Working In Tech

On this episode of #WorkingInTech, we chat with Ty Smith, a nationally recognized & award-winning Channel Manager, with over 18 years in the telecom industry. As a Channel Manager, Ty specializes in teaching current & aspiring entrepreneurs how to build and grow their own IT companies by selling tech products and services to companies across the world. His mission is to drive more diversit...

On this episode of #WorkingInTech, we chat with Kenneth Ellington, a driven cybersecurity professional dedicated to nurturing new talent. He went from the deli counter to Senior Cybersecurity Consultant at a Big 4 firm within just 3 years. With expertise in SIEM, SOAR, and endpoint security, he aims to inspire students through training on security solutions and real-world threat scenarios. A Flori...

On this episode, we chat with Danisha Chery, a passionate #UXDesigner dedicated to crafting intuitive digital banking experiences. Transitioning from a freelance graphic designer to a UX enthusiast, Danisha’s journey revolves around merging aesthetics with functionality. With a foundation in visual design, she now crafts meaningful user experiences that seamlessly blend form and purpose. Embracing...

On this episode, we chat with Christopher Leveston, an IT professional who charted his own path to become a #NetworkEngineer . Armed with an array of certifications including CCNA, AWS Cloud Practitioner, Microsoft Azure Fundamentals, #CompTIA Network+, and Security+, Marlon demonstrates how drive trumps college degrees. Through continuous learning and leveraging opportunities, he has become a for...

On this episode, we chat with Diondria Brown, a #ProgramManager who pivoted from social work into tech as a #TechSupport Specialist at Apple. She then took on the role of Senior Solutions Consultant at a contact center software company, spearheading innovative solutions and strategic partnerships over 4.5 years with a focus on AI. Diondria holds an MBA from Indiana Tech along with a bachelor’s in...

This week on "Working In Tech", I'll be chatting with Arit, a Software Engineer at PayPal who transitioned to tech from a non-tech background. Arit became a software engineer at 38, after being a homemaker with 2 kids for 6+ years and a public-health analyst before that. At PayPal, she's helping drive the adoption of the company's financial products. Arit is active in the Tec...

On this episode, we chat with Neda Sefati, a #ProductManager , UX Designer, Customer Success, and #TechSupport Specialist who has infused technology with humanity through her 15+ years of diverse tech industry experience. With expertise spanning IT, telecom, EdTech, consulting, and video-on-demand at startups and large companies, Neda lives at the intersection of tech and empathy. She specializes...

This week on Working in Tech, we will chat with Jasmine Ohen, a Programs and Community Architect empowering women entrepreneurs. With over 6 years of experience founding startups and supporting fellow innovators, Jasmine spearheads strategic planning and programs for digitalundivided - a nonprofit fueling economic growth for Black and Latina female founders. Previously a professional dancer, Jasmi...

This week, we chat with Olatunde Badmus, a passionate tech leader dedicated to helping professionals thrive. As a Senior Technical PM at Oracle, Olatunde draws from his diverse leadership experience, including founding the National Nigerian Student Association as a student He holds an Executive MBA, Master's in Computer Science, and certifications including PMP, Scrum Master, and Scrum Coach....

Our guest Chenae Erkerd (RecruiterCousin) pivoted into recruiting after earning degrees in law. After getting her start in healthcare recruiting, she broke into tech recruiting specializing in placing software engineers, product managers, and cybersecurity experts. Along her journey, Chenae has picked up invaluable tips for jobseekers looking to catch the eye of recruiters and hiring managers. Wit...

This week we chat with Victor Bolofinde, a Senior Software Engineer specializing in big data infrastructure and engineering. He has been at Apple since 2022, he previously excelled at Marqeta and Visa, significantly contributing to software and infrastructure initiatives. Beginning at Osprey Zenith in Nigeria, he brings a rich Java and Spark focused background optimizing Hadoop and AWS environment...

This week we chat with Toye Osasona, an ERP IT Program Director with over 17 years of experience including Big 4 consulting roles. He's led full lifecycle #SAP implementations across supply chain management, order fulfillment, materials management, and more. With deep expertise spanning project inception to post-go-live support, Toye shares a masterclass in managing complex deployments. He hol...

This week, we chat with passionate #cybersecurity leader Devin Price. With a master's degree and over 8 years securing organizations, Devin currently acts as a Security #TechnicalPM at Microsoft - helping protect billions from emerging threats. Named a top InfoSec Voice by LinkedIn in 2023 and bringing profound expertise spanning vulnerabilities, project leadership, and beyond, Devin aims to e...

The #WorkingInTech series pulls back the curtain on the journeys of professionals thriving in tech. We unpack their career stories to turn lessons learned into tips that help you build your own fulfilling tech career path. This week we chat with Jessica Davis, a Customer Success Manager who entered tech after getting her MBA during the pandemic. While overcoming personal challenges like divorce, J...

This week on #WorkingInTech , I'll be chatting with Frederick Ohen, a software engineer who transitioned from Pharmacy after graduating from the University of Houston. After realizing his passion for technology, he attended an iOS development boot camp and then relocated to Silicon Valley to get his first major role in tech. He'll be sharing the valuable experience he's gained and his...