About Us
Connect. Grow. Lead
Purpose
Women in Technology is a 501(c)(3) nonprofit organization dedicated to cultivating a community of women interested in technology. We aim to foster the personal and professional success of women by providing opportunities to connect, grow, and lead.
Mission
We’re building a visible community of individuals supporting women in tech. We offer opportunities for networking and programs for members to learn about a variety of topics. Members also have the chance to work side-by-side with other intelligent, civic-minded women through our volunteer leadership positions.
Austin women in tech values
Empowerment: Supporting women in tech to achieve their career and personal goals.
Inclusivity: Promoting diversity and ensuring opportunities for all women in tech.
Education: Offering growth through professional development and learning.
Who we support
Girl Start
Girlstart aspires to be the national leader in designing and implementing innovative, high quality informal STEM education programs that inspire girls to transform our world.
Dress for Success
The mission of Dress for Success is to empower women to achieve economic independence by providing a network of support, professional attire and development tools to help them thrive in work and in life.
Girls Empowerment Network
Girls Empowerment Network’s mission is to ignite the power in girls by teaching them the skills to thrive and believe in their ability to be unstoppable.
Code2College
Code2College is a nonprofit organization committed to increasing the number of diverse and low-income high school students who enter and excel in STEM undergraduate majors and careers.
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OUR BOARD
Meet the Board
Nicole Pletka
Co-founder / CEO
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Emily Gupton
CCO
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Deirdre Barg
CFO
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Randy Phillips
COO
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Jennie Thompson
CLCO
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Sharon Austin
CTO
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Jimmy Banh
Co-founder / CEO
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Cynthia Howery
CCO
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Leah Palmieri
CFO
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AWT CHAIR MEMBERS
Meet the Chairs
Randy Phillips
COO
Jennie Thompson
CLCO
Sharon Austin
CTO
Jimmy Banh
Co-founder / CEO
Cynthia Howery
CCO
Leah Palmieri
CFO
Jimmy Banh
Co-founder / CEO
Cynthia Howery
CCO
Leah Palmieri
CFO
Randy Phillips
COO
Jennie Thompson
CLCO