Speakers
Our line-up of talented speakers and IT professionals
ALICIA V. CARR
CEO/Founder Purple Evolution, Inc. (PEVO)
Alicia V. Carr is the first woman of color mobile developer to create a domestic violence app (PEVO) dedicated to helping victims escape abuse. She used her acquired skills as a developer to make a difference. Alicia was once Director of Women Who Code Atlanta she now dedicates her time speaking all over the world to empower, inspire and motivate women in tech. She has received several major acknowledgment from Apple at WWDC15 and WWDC16 being the first black woman to be in an Apple 2016 new beginnings video and was profiled by Github in an "I am a developer" video.
In her own words:
My vision and goal is to advance women in technology and grow confidence in changing their career to mobile development and technology opportunities. As a certified Life-Coach and CEO/Founder of Purple Evolution, Inc. (PEVO). I have been a strong advocate against family violence and crimes against women for many years. Being a child of domestic violence and losing a close friend to these unspeakable acts, led me to counseling and speaking out against domestic violence at any venue that would allow me.
PEVO was established in an effort to empower women of Domestic Violence with the essential tools required to develop a safe, secure exit plan. Furthermore, by shining the spotlight on this horrible crisis PEVO is bringing awareness to the community at large.
Being in touch with the digital age and my experience with technological advancements. My effort turned to creating a tool modern enough to attract millennial's, but visual enough to live in the social media universe. The first option was creating a tool on the Apple IOS mobile platform that was becoming the go to program for mobile devices. For a little over a year I studied and worked with programmers to learn and develop an app that would give me access to what my goal and vision was. What was created was "The Purple Pocketbook" IOS mobile app.
Purple Evolution, Inc. (PEVO) formerly The Purple Pocketbook, was established as an effort to empower women experiencing domestic violence with the essential tools required to develop a safe, secure exit plan. As someone who’s had family and friends fall victim to domestic violence, Alicia wants her app to help the millions suffering from abuse across the country.
ALICIA V. CARR
CEO/Founder Purple Evolution, Inc. (PEVO)
Alicia V. Carr is the first woman of color mobile developer to create a domestic violence app (PEVO) dedicated to helping victims escape abuse. She used her acquired skills as a developer to make a difference. Alicia was once Director of Women Who Code Atlanta she now dedicates her time speaking all over the world to empower, inspire and motivate women in tech. She has received several major acknowledgment from Apple at WWDC15 and WWDC16 being the first black woman to be in an Apple 2016 new beginnings video and was profiled by Github in an "I am a developer" video.
In her own words:
My vision and goal is to advance women in technology and grow confidence in changing their career to mobile development and technology opportunities. As a certified Life-Coach and CEO/Founder of Purple Evolution, Inc. (PEVO). I have been a strong advocate against family violence and crimes against women for many years. Being a child of domestic violence and losing a close friend to these unspeakable acts, led me to counseling and speaking out against domestic violence at any venue that would allow me.
PEVO was established in an effort to empower women of Domestic Violence with the essential tools required to develop a safe, secure exit plan. Furthermore, by shining the spotlight on this horrible crisis PEVO is bringing awareness to the community at large.
Being in touch with the digital age and my experience with technological advancements. My effort turned to creating a tool modern enough to attract millennial's, but visual enough to live in the social media universe. The first option was creating a tool on the Apple IOS mobile platform that was becoming the go to program for mobile devices. For a little over a year I studied and worked with programmers to learn and develop an app that would give me access to what my goal and vision was. What was created was "The Purple Pocketbook" IOS mobile app.
Purple Evolution, Inc. (PEVO) formerly The Purple Pocketbook, was established as an effort to empower women experiencing domestic violence with the essential tools required to develop a safe, secure exit plan. As someone who’s had family and friends fall victim to domestic violence, Alicia wants her app to help the millions suffering from abuse across the country.
ALICIA V. CARR
CEO/Founder Purple Evolution, Inc. (PEVO)
Alicia V. Carr is the first woman of color mobile developer to create a domestic violence app (PEVO) dedicated to helping victims escape abuse. She used her acquired skills as a developer to make a difference. Alicia was once Director of Women Who Code Atlanta she now dedicates her time speaking all over the world to empower, inspire and motivate women in tech. She has received several major acknowledgment from Apple at WWDC15 and WWDC16 being the first black woman to be in an Apple 2016 new beginnings video and was profiled by Github in an "I am a developer" video.
In her own words:
My vision and goal is to advance women in technology and grow confidence in changing their career to mobile development and technology opportunities. As a certified Life-Coach and CEO/Founder of Purple Evolution, Inc. (PEVO). I have been a strong advocate against family violence and crimes against women for many years. Being a child of domestic violence and losing a close friend to these unspeakable acts, led me to counseling and speaking out against domestic violence at any venue that would allow me.
PEVO was established in an effort to empower women of Domestic Violence with the essential tools required to develop a safe, secure exit plan. Furthermore, by shining the spotlight on this horrible crisis PEVO is bringing awareness to the community at large.
Being in touch with the digital age and my experience with technological advancements. My effort turned to creating a tool modern enough to attract millennial's, but visual enough to live in the social media universe. The first option was creating a tool on the Apple IOS mobile platform that was becoming the go to program for mobile devices. For a little over a year I studied and worked with programmers to learn and develop an app that would give me access to what my goal and vision was. What was created was "The Purple Pocketbook" IOS mobile app.
Purple Evolution, Inc. (PEVO) formerly The Purple Pocketbook, was established as an effort to empower women experiencing domestic violence with the essential tools required to develop a safe, secure exit plan. As someone who’s had family and friends fall victim to domestic violence, Alicia wants her app to help the millions suffering from abuse across the country.
ALICIA V. CARR
CEO, Purple Evolution, Inc. (PEVO)
Alicia V. Carr is the first woman of color mobile developer to create a domestic violence app (PEVO) dedicated to helping victims escape abuse. She used her acquired skills as a developer to make a difference. Alicia was once Director of Women Who Code Atlanta she now dedicates her time speaking all over the world to empower, inspire and motivate women in tech. She has received several major acknowledgment from Apple at WWDC15 and WWDC16 being the first black woman to be in an Apple 2016 new beginnings video and was profiled by Github in an "I am a developer" video.
In her own words:
My vision and goal is to advance women in technology and grow confidence in changing their career to mobile development and technology opportunities. As a certified Life-Coach and CEO/Founder of Purple Evolution, Inc. (PEVO). I have been a strong advocate against family violence and crimes against women for many years. Being a child of domestic violence and losing a close friend to these unspeakable acts, led me to counseling and speaking out against domestic violence at any venue that would allow me.
PEVO was established in an effort to empower women of Domestic Violence with the essential tools required to develop a safe, secure exit plan. Furthermore, by shining the spotlight on this horrible crisis PEVO is bringing awareness to the community at large.
Being in touch with the digital age and my experience with technological advancements. My effort turned to creating a tool modern enough to attract millennial's, but visual enough to live in the social media universe. The first option was creating a tool on the Apple IOS mobile platform that was becoming the go to program for mobile devices. For a little over a year I studied and worked with programmers to learn and develop an app that would give me access to what my goal and vision was. What was created was "The Purple Pocketbook" IOS mobile app.
Purple Evolution, Inc. (PEVO) formerly The Purple Pocketbook, was established as an effort to empower women experiencing domestic violence with the essential tools required to develop a safe, secure exit plan. As someone who’s had family and friends fall victim to domestic violence, Alicia wants her app to help the millions suffering from abuse across the country.
STACEY BOWLING
WAMIT Conference Founder
Stacey Bowling is CEO of Ngenuity Worx, a technology and management consulting services company. After attending MIT, Stacey embarked on a career in information technology and has held many positions including programmer, business systems analyst, help desk manager, project manager, data analyst, IT manager and consultant. She has consulted for Fortune 500 companies and non-profits like Sprint, RCA, AT&T, Bell Labs, Nelnet, Wachovia Bank, CitiCards, Florida Blue and more. As a consultant she was recognized for her ability to work with executives to clarify strategic goals and define actionable objectives, as well as serving as project manager for multiple multi-million dollar projects. Her technology related specialties include business intelligence, data conversion and mapping, business and strategic analysis, software quality assurance, EDI, requirements specification, systems design and product management, and she has worked in industries as diverse as retail, financial services, staffing, education and logistics. The former Director of Training for the State of Indiana and Certified Master Facilitator has a compelling communication style that is certain to engage, educate and entertain audiences of all age groups. Her sessions on Team Building, Conflict Resolution and Diversity in the Workplace have drawn rave reviews from corporate clients. And her personal story and motivational speeches on Overcoming Obstacles and Finding Your Purpose have inspired work groups, faith groups, youth groups, victim advocacy groups and the homeless.
STACEY BOWLING
CEO, NGENUITY WORX
Stacey Bowling is CEO of Ngenuity Worx, a technology and management consulting services company. After attending MIT, Stacey embarked on a career in information technology and has held many positions including programmer, business systems analyst, help desk manager, project manager, data analyst, IT manager and consultant. She has consulted for Fortune 500 companies and non-profits like Sprint, RCA, AT&T, Bell Labs, Nelnet, Wachovia Bank, CitiCards, Florida Blue and more. As a consultant she was recognized for her ability to work with executives to clarify strategic goals and define actionable objectives, as well as serving as project manager for multiple multi-million dollar projects. Her technology related specialties include business intelligence, data conversion and mapping, business and strategic analysis, software quality assurance, EDI, requirements specification, systems design and product management, and she has worked in industries as diverse as retail, financial services, staffing, education and logistics. The former Director of Training for the State of Indiana and Certified Master Facilitator has a compelling communication style that is certain to engage, educate and entertain audiences of all age groups. Her sessions on Team Building, Conflict Resolution and Diversity in the Workplace have drawn rave reviews from corporate clients. And her personal story and motivational speeches on Overcoming Obstacles and Finding Your Purpose have inspired work groups, faith groups, youth groups, victim advocacy groups and the homeless.
STACEY BOWLING
CEO, Ngenuity Worx
Stacey Bowling is CEO of Ngenuity Worx, a technology and management consulting services company. After attending MIT, Stacey embarked on a career in information technology and has held many positions including programmer, business systems analyst, help desk manager, project manager, data analyst, IT manager and consultant. She has consulted for Fortune 500 companies and non-profits like Sprint, RCA, AT&T, Bell Labs, Nelnet, Wachovia Bank, CitiCards, Florida Blue and more. As a consultant she was recognized for her ability to work with executives to clarify strategic goals and define actionable objectives, as well as serving as project manager for multiple multi-million dollar projects. Her technology related specialties include business intelligence, data conversion and mapping, business and strategic analysis, software quality assurance, EDI, requirements specification, systems design and product management, and she has worked in industries as diverse as retail, financial services, staffing, education and logistics. The former Director of Training for the State of Indiana and Certified Master Facilitator has a compelling communication style that is certain to engage, educate and entertain audiences of all age groups. Her sessions on Team Building, Conflict Resolution and Diversity in the Workplace have drawn rave reviews from corporate clients. And her personal story and motivational speeches on Overcoming Obstacles and Finding Your Purpose have inspired work groups, faith groups, youth groups, victim advocacy groups and the homeless.
Jasmine Stith
Solutionist, Goldman Sachs
Jasmine Stith is a Solutionist from the South. She connects people utilizing technology and education to transform communities that are often overlooked and underrated. She is the native of Pine Bluff, Arkansas where it taught her everything she needed to know about cultivating and building relationships with the people that mean most. She relocated to Texas where she received her Bachelor of Science in Electrical Engineering from Prairie View A&M University where she led and started multiple organizations, and where she joined Alpha Kappa Alpha Sorority. She relocated to New York City, to start her career as a Project Manager & Business Analyst from Goldman Sachs & Co. She is now the Host of the “Walk by Faith” podcast, where she highlights inspirational beings anywhere and everywhere globally. She is the CEO of Faith Tech Grow, LLC. Where the mission is to provide a holistic perspective to increase/improve businesses using technology and education as the cornerstone. She is a woman, passionate about seeing people walk by faith in their careers, entrepreneurship ventures, and every season that life can take you in. She is a lover of technology, vlogging, critiquing fried chicken, and linking people to success to create opportunities.
Jasmine Stith
Solutionist, Goldman Sachs
Jasmine Stith is a Solutionist from the South. She connects people utilizing technology and education to transform communities that are often overlooked and underrated. She is the native of Pine Bluff, Arkansas where it taught her everything she needed to know about cultivating and building relationships with the people that mean most. She relocated to Texas where she received her Bachelor of Science in Electrical Engineering from Prairie View A&M University where she led and started multiple organizations, and where she joined Alpha Kappa Alpha Sorority. She relocated to New York City, to start her career as a Project Manager & Business Analyst from Goldman Sachs & Co. She is now the Host of the “Walk by Faith” podcast, where she highlights inspirational beings anywhere and everywhere globally. She is the CEO of Faith Tech Grow, LLC. Where the mission is to provide a holistic perspective to increase/improve businesses using technology and education as the cornerstone. She is a woman, passionate about seeing people walk by faith in their careers, entrepreneurship ventures, and every season that life can take you in. She is a lover of technology, vlogging, critiquing fried chicken, and linking people to success to create opportunities.
Jasmine Stith
Solutionist, Goldman Sachs
Jasmine Stith is a Solutionist from the South. She connects people utilizing technology and education to transform communities that are often overlooked and underrated. She is the native of Pine Bluff, Arkansas where it taught her everything she needed to know about cultivating and building relationships with the people that mean most. She relocated to Texas where she received her Bachelor of Science in Electrical Engineering from Prairie View A&M University where she led and started multiple organizations, and where she joined Alpha Kappa Alpha Sorority. She relocated to New York City, to start her career as a Project Manager & Business Analyst from Goldman Sachs & Co. She is now the Host of the “Walk by Faith” podcast, where she highlights inspirational beings anywhere and everywhere globally. She is the CEO of Faith Tech Grow, LLC. Where the mission is to provide a holistic perspective to increase/improve businesses using technology and education as the cornerstone. She is a woman, passionate about seeing people walk by faith in their careers, entrepreneurship ventures, and every season that life can take you in. She is a lover of technology, vlogging, critiquing fried chicken, and linking people to success to create opportunities.
Jennifer Ponder
Freelance IT Consultant
Jennifer is a freelance react developer and advocate for bringing more women into tech. My background experience is in Mass Communications and Public Relations. She has worked as a Public Relations Assistant, Digital Marketing Specialist, and Associate Program Director for an internet radio network before deciding to change careers and move into a front-end software development role.
Likewise, she recently completed the Georgia Institute of Technology Full Stack Software Development certification program in July of 2018. After the program, she continued to work with startups on front-end development projects using React. Also, she has worked with startups developing digital marketing, and social media brand strategy projects. You will find that Jennifer loves to create projects that speak to her talents of what she enjoys most about tech.
Furthermore, Jennifer is an advocate for diversity and inclusion. You can find her involved in projects that develop the continuous education and collaboration of communities to inspire people of color to get involved in tech. Whether it may be meetups, non-profit organizations or starting new projects in tech, she is excited to promote all things that revolve around creativity and innovation. Also, Jennifer was most recently selected to be a 2019 Women Who Code Leadership Fellow for the Front-End Web Development Track.
JENNIFER PONDER
Freelance React Developer, 2019 Women Who Code Leadership Fellow
Jennifer is a freelance react developer and advocate for bringing more women into tech. My background experience is in Mass Communications and Public Relations. She has worked as a Public Relations Assistant, Digital Marketing Specialist, and Associate Program Director for an internet radio network before deciding to change careers and move into a front-end software development role.
Likewise, she recently completed the Georgia Institute of Technology Full Stack Software Development certification program in July of 2018. After the program, she continued to work with startups on front-end development projects using React. Also, she has worked with startups developing digital marketing, and social media brand strategy projects. You will find that Jennifer loves to create projects that speak to her talents of what she enjoys most about tech.
Furthermore, Jennifer is an advocate for diversity and inclusion. You can find her involved in projects that develop the continuous education and collaboration of communities to inspire people of color to get involved in tech. Whether it may be meetups, non-profit organizations or starting new projects in tech, she is excited to promote all things that revolve around creativity and innovation. Also, Jennifer was most recently selected to be a 2019 Women Who Code Leadership Fellow for the Front-End Web Development Track.
JENNIFER PONDER
Freelance React Developer and 2019 Women Who Code Fellow
Jennifer is a freelance react developer and advocate for bringing more women into tech. My background experience is in Mass Communications and Public Relations. She has worked as a Public Relations Assistant, Digital Marketing Specialist, and Associate Program Director for an internet radio network before deciding to change careers and move into a front-end software development role.
Likewise, she recently completed the Georgia Institute of Technology Full Stack Software Development certification program in July of 2018. After the program, she continued to work with startups on front-end development projects using React. Also, she has worked with startups developing digital marketing, and social media brand strategy projects. You will find that Jennifer loves to create projects that speak to her talents of what she enjoys most about tech.
Furthermore, Jennifer is an advocate for diversity and inclusion. You can find her involved in projects that develop the continuous education and collaboration of communities to inspire people of color to get involved in tech. Whether it may be meetups, non-profit organizations or starting new projects in tech, she is excited to promote all things that revolve around creativity and innovation. Also, Jennifer was most recently selected to be a 2019 Women Who Code Leadership Fellow for the Front-End Web Development Track.
SUNITHA RAGHURAJAN
Architect and Developer, Unison
Eryka is igh Pursuitsan awarding winning Global Leadership Brand Strategist and Engineer who is the CEO of High Pursuit LLC, a global executive leadership consultancy, where she helps high achieving women elevate their influence and visibility in the workplace and develops gender diversity programs for Global 2000 companies in the STEM industry. Eryka mentors over 17,000 professional women in her community daily and shares her journey through a leadership column LeadHERship featured in two Montana magazines, and through her Influencers Leadership Institute. Eryka has also been featured in Success Magazine, NBC, Worldwide Business Review, The Network Journal, Yellowstone Valley Women Magazine, The Missoula Current News, and Everyday Power Blog. Eryka is the recipient of the 2017 Business Elite Award. With 17 years as an Engineering Leader at ExxonMobil, developing and leading teams for high visibility projects, Eryka understands the significance of showcasing value in the workplace for today’s woman. In her book Own Your Life, which Barnes & Noble partnered with Eryka to promote and launch, she guides women through a unique system to find the clarity, confidence, and courage to lead unapologetically. This book is a practical roadmap for professional women looking to experience career and life success with no excuses.
SUNITHA RAGHURAJAN
Software Architect and Developer, Unison
Sunitha is a full stack developer/Team Lead/ Architect with around 20 years of experience, and currently an advanced lead engineer at GE Aviation. She is very passionate about web development, and She constantly strives to better herself as a programmer by learning the latest concepts and actively working to implement them in my work. Language List: She is experienced in both front end and back-end development, and proficient in Java EE, JavaFX, Spring, Angular, JavaScript, Hibernate, SQL, PL/SQL. I am also a PMI certified PMP.
Education Background:
MS in Computer Science from University of New Hampshire
BTech from Regional Engineering College Calicut India
SUNITHA RAGHURAJAN
Software Architect and Developer, Unison
I am a full stack developer/Team Lead/ Architect with around 20 years of experience, and currently an advanced lead engineer at GE Aviation. I am very passionate about web development, and I constantly strive to better myself as a programmer by learning the latest concepts and actively working to implement them in my work.
My Language List: I am experienced in both front end and back-end development, and proficient in Java EE, JavaFX, Spring, Angular, JavaScript, Hibernate, SQL, PL/SQL. I am also a PMI certified PMP.
My Education Background:
MS in Computer Science from University of New Hampshire
BTech from Regional Engineering College Calicut India
LLOYD RESHARD
CEO, Cognitive Big Data Systems
Lloyd Reshard serves as both the CEO for Cognitive Big Data Systems Inc. an award-winning AI computer vision technology startup. In April of 2012, Mr. Reshard retired after 26 years with the Air Force Research Laboratory, where he spent his last six years as the Chief of the Munitions Aerodynamics Sciences Branch. There, Mr. Reshard managed one of the largest branches with 34 employees, and executed $250M in programs in six years, averaging over $40M annually. He initiated and collaborated in over $10M in research to investigate alternative ways to process data in real-time and found that AI using artificial neural networks was the number one way, followed by reconfigurable computing. His passion and drive lead to the founding of one of NSF most successful centers, the Center for High-Performance Reconfigurable Computing. He currently serves on the Mechanical Engineering Advisory Committee at FAMU-FSU College of Engineering and the Greater Pensacola Chamber of Commerce Board of Directors. He is a national award-winning engineer, his recognitions include Black Engineer of the Year Award for Career Achievement Government (2009), the DoD Civilian Meritorious Service Award for the Global War on Terrorism (2009), the General Lester L. Lyles Award for employee mentoring (2010), the National Science Foundation’s Center for High-Performance Reconfigurable Computing Vision Award (2008) and the Air Force Material Command NAACP Award (2007) for promoting diversity in the workplace.
LLOYD RESHARD
CEO, Cognitive Big Data Systems Inc.
Lloyd Reshard serves as both the CEO for Cognitive Big Data Systems Inc. an award-winning AI computer vision technology startup. In April of 2012, Mr. Reshard retired after 26 years with the Air Force Research Laboratory, where he spent his last six years as the Chief of the Munitions Aerodynamics Sciences Branch. There, Mr. Reshard managed one of the largest branches with 34 employees, and executed $250M in programs in six years, averaging over $40M annually. He initiated and collaborated in over $10M in research to investigate alternative ways to process data in real-time and found that AI using artificial neural networks was the number one way, followed by reconfigurable computing. His passion and drive lead to the founding of one of NSF most successful centers, the Center for High-Performance Reconfigurable Computing. He currently serves on the Mechanical Engineering Advisory Committee at FAMU-FSU College of Engineering and the Greater Pensacola Chamber of Commerce Board of Directors. He is a national award-winning engineer, his recognitions include Black Engineer of the Year Award for Career Achievement Government (2009), the DoD Civilian Meritorious Service Award for the Global War on Terrorism (2009), the General Lester L. Lyles Award for employee mentoring (2010), the National Science Foundation’s Center for High-Performance Reconfigurable Computing Vision Award (2008) and the Air Force Material Command NAACP Award (2007) for promoting diversity in the workplace.
LLOYD RESHARD
CEO, Cognitive Big Data Systems Inc.
Lloyd Reshard serves as both the CEO for Cognitive Big Data Systems Inc. an award-winning AI computer vision technology startup. In April of 2012, Mr. Reshard retired after 26 years with the Air Force Research Laboratory, where he spent his last six years as the Chief of the Munitions Aerodynamics Sciences Branch. There, Mr. Reshard managed one of the largest branches with 34 employees, and executed $250M in programs in six years, averaging over $40M annually. He initiated and collaborated in over $10M in research to investigate alternative ways to process data in real-time and found that AI using artificial neural networks was the number one way, followed by reconfigurable computing. His passion and drive lead to the founding of one of NSF most successful centers, the Center for High- Performance Reconfigurable Computing. He currently serves on the Mechanical Engineering Advisory Committee at FAMU-FSU College of Engineering and the Greater Pensacola Chamber of Commerce Board of Directors. He is a national award-winning engineer, his recognitions include Black Engineer of the Year Award for Career Achievement Government (2009), the DoD Civilian Meritorious Service Award for the Global War on Terrorism (2009), the General Lester L. Lyles Award for employee mentoring (2010), the National Science Foundation’s Center for High-Performance Reconfigurable Computing Vision Award (2008) and the Air Force Material Command NAACP Award (2007) for promoting diversity in the workplace.
Nicole Slay
Scrum Master, AT&T
Nicole Slay is Co-President of AT&T’s Advocates for Women in Tech- Atlanta Chapter and holds a role as a Scrum Master within Technology Development at AT&T. She is from Decatur, GA and graduated from The University of Alabama with a major in Management Information Systems. She is also an Innovation Lead at AT&T. She is currently pursuing a MBA at North Carolina A&T State University.
Nicole Slay
Scrum Master, AT&T
Nicole Slay is Co-President of AT&T’s Advocates for Women in Tech- Atlanta Chapter and holds a role as a Scrum Master within Technology Development at AT&T. She is from Decatur, GA and graduated from The University of Alabama with a major in Management Information Systems. She is also an Innovation Lead at AT&T. She is currently pursuing a MBA at North Carolina A&T State University.
Nicole Slay
Scrum Master, AT&T
Nicole Slay is Co-President of AT&T’s Advocates for Women in Tech- Atlanta Chapter and holds a role as a Scrum Master within Technology Development at AT&T. She is from Decatur, GA and graduated from The University of Alabama with a major in Management Information Systems. She is also an Innovation Lead at AT&T. She is currently pursuing a MBA at North Carolina A&T State University.
Jeanette Washington, M.Ed
CEO, Bearly Articulate
Jeannette Washington, M.Ed. I worked as a Speech Pathologist for a number of years before attending a coding bootcamp and transcending into teaching career changers and industry implants to code. My passion for exceptional learners has helped me ignite conversations across multiple dimensions of diversity in the tech industry. I own Bearly Articulating, a concierge style, equity, diversity and inclusivity (D&I) think tank.
JEANETTE WASHINGTON, M.ED
CEO, Bearly Articulate
Jeannette Washington, M.Ed. I worked as a Speech Pathologist for a number of years before attending a coding bootcamp and transcending into teaching career changers and industry implants to code. My passion for exceptional learners has helped me ignite conversations across multiple dimensions of diversity in the tech industry. I own Bearly Articulating, a concierge style, equity, diversity and inclusivity (D&I) think tank.
JEANETTE WASHINGTON, M.Ed
CEO, Bearly Articulating
Jeannette Washington, M.Ed. worked as a Speech Pathologist for a number of years before attending a coding bootcamp and transcending into teaching career changers and industry implants to code. My passion for exceptional learners has helped me ignite conversations across multiple dimensions of diversity in the tech industry. I own Bearly Articulating, a concierge style, equity, diversity and inclusivity (D&I) think tank.
GREG GUTKOWSKI
Author, Professor at University of North Florida
Greg is a bestselling business author, teaches Digital Transformation at the University of North Florida Business College. He is also the founder of 3CLICKS, an analytics software company helping companies track and analyze marketing, sales, service, and overall ROI of various business activity alternatives. He holds an MBA in IT Management, an MS in Economics, and an MS in Journalism. His most recent book: Digital Tsunami or How to Thrive in the 21st Century is available on Amazon. His customers include a range of businesses from small family-owned shops to Fortune 1000 companies such as Allstate, American Express, AON\Hewitt, AT Kearney, AT&T, Blue Cross and Blue Shield of Illinois, Dean Foods, Mobil Oil, and Ralph Lauren.
GREG GUTKOWSKI
Digital Strategist, Author and Professor, University of North Florida
Greg Gutkowski, a bestselling business author, teaches Digital Transformation at the University of North Florida Business College. He is also the founder of 3CLICKS, an analytics software company helping companies track and analyze marketing, sales, service, and overall ROI of various business activity alternatives. He holds an MBA in IT Management, an MS in Economics, and an MS in Journalism. His most recent book: Digital Tsunami or How to Thrive in the 21st Century is available on Amazon. His customers include a range of businesses from small family-owned shops to Fortune 1000 companies such as Allstate, American Express, AON\Hewitt, AT Kearney, AT&T, Blue Cross and Blue Shield of Illinois, Dean Foods, Mobil Oil, and Ralph Lauren.
Find out more: www.3clicks.us Please, contact us to schedule this workshop @ (904) 999 8826 and/or greg.gutkowski@3clicks.us
ERYKA T. JOHNSON
CEO, High Pursuits
Eryka is an awarding winning Global Leadership Brand Strategist and Engineer who is the CEO of High Pursuit LLC, a global executive leadership consultancy, where she helps high achieving women elevate their influence and visibility in the workplace and develops gender diversity programs for Global 2000 companies in the STEM industry. Eryka mentors over 17,000 professional women in her community daily and shares her journey through a leadership column LeadHERship featured in two Montana magazines, and through her Influencers Leadership Institute. Eryka has also been featured in Success Magazine, NBC, Worldwide Business Review, The Network Journal, Yellowstone Valley Women Magazine, The Missoula Current News, and Everyday Power Blog. Eryka is the recipient of the 2017 Business Elite Award. With 17 years as an Engineering Leader at ExxonMobil, developing and leading teams for high visibility projects, Eryka understands the significance of showcasing value in the workplace for today’s woman. In her book Own Your Life, which Barnes & Noble partnered with Eryka to promote and launch, she guides women through a unique system to find the clarity, confidence, and courage to lead unapologetically. This book is a practical roadmap for professional women looking to experience career and life success with no excuses.
DIANA SCATES
Co-Founder, RJM Institute
Diana Scates M.F.A. is designer and Master’s in design Thinking from Radford University, VA, researcher, author, and speaker. She is a co-founder of RJM Institute and Creator. The RJM Institute offers a number of Christian-based training that range from emotional growth to start-up support. Creator is a strategic design consulting firm that has adopted Design Thinking as a core discipline to identify solutions to problems in the Architecture, Hospitality and Healthcare sectors. Diana has used state-of-the-art Virtual, Augmented and Mixed Reality in her projects. In addition, Scates’ research of Virtual Reality for cancer patients has been cited in several articles and it has been very well received in several cancer support groups in the USA and abroad.
DIANA SCATES
Founder, RJM Institute
Diana Scates M.F.A. is designer and Master’s in design Thinking from Radford University, VA, researcher, author, and speaker. She is a co-founder of RJM Institute and Creator. The RJM Institute offers a number of Christian-based training that range from emotional growth to start-up support. Creator is a strategic design consulting firm that has adopted Design Thinking as a core discipline to identify solutions to problems in the Architecture, Hospitality and Healthcare sectors. Diana has used state-of-the-art Virtual, Augmented and Mixed Reality in her projects. In addition, Scates’ research of Virtual Reality for cancer patients has been cited in several articles and it has been very well received in several cancer support groups in the USA and abroad.
DIANA SCATES
Co-Founder, RJM Institute
Diana Scates M.F.A. is designer and Master’s in design Thinking from Radford University, VA, researcher, author, and speaker. She is a co-founder of RJM Institute and Creator. The RJM Institute offers a number of Christian-based training that range from emotional growth to start-up support. Creator is a strategic design consulting firm that has adopted Design Thinking as a core discipline to identify solutions to problems in the Architecture, Hospitality and Healthcare sectors. Diana has used state-of-the-art Virtual, Augmented and Mixed Reality in her projects. In addition, Scates’ research of Virtual Reality for cancer patients has been cited in several articles and it has been very well received in several cancer support groups in the USA and abroad.
MONTE HANCOCK
Tech Leader, 4Digital Corp. and Founder, Sirius Project
Monte has been active in the tech industry for 40 years. During that time, he has led numerous technology developments for government and industry, both nationally and internationally. He has also served on several college and university faculties, usually as an adjunct, but later as a Program Head. He finished his academic career this year as Adjunct Full Professor of Computer Science and Cybersecurity at Webster university, where he led the CS and Cyber Master’s Degree Programs for the Florida Space Coast Region. During that time, he also taught Statistics in the MBA program of the Herbert Walker Bush School of Business. Most of his government tech work was for the U.S. Department of Defense, and the Intelligence Community. This work involved the development of advanced technology (mostly in Data Science and Machine Learning) for NSA, Office of Naval Intelligence, Naval Research Lab, Air Force Technical Application Center, Army Research Lab, Missile Defense Agency, National Science Foundation, Defense Mapping Agency, and many others (some of which cannot be named here).
Monte Hancock
Tech Leader, 4Digital Corp. and Founder, Sirius Project
Monte has been active in the tech industry for 40 years. During that time, he led numerous technology developments for government and industry, both nationally and internationally. He has also served on several college and university faculties, usually as an adjunct, but later as a Program Head. He finished my academic career this year as Adjunct Full Professor of Computer Science and Cybersecurity at Webster university, where he led the CS and Cyber Master’s Degree Programs for the Florida Space Coast Region. During that time, I also taught Statistics in the MBA program of the Herbert Walker Bush School of Business. Most of his government tech work was for the U.S. Department of Defense, and the Intelligence Community. This work involved the development of advanced technology (mostly in Data Science and Machine Learning) for NSA, Office of Naval Intelligence, Naval Research
Lab, Air Force Technical Application Center, Army Research Lab, Missile Defense Agency, National Science Foundation, Defense Mapping Agency, and many others (some of which cannot be named here).
Monte Hancock
Tech Leader, 4Digital Corp. and Founder, Sirius Project
Monte has been active in the tech industry for 40 years. During that time, he led numerous technology developments for government and industry, both nationally and internationally. He has also served on several college and university faculties, usually as an adjunct, but later as a Program Head. He finished my academic career this year as Adjunct Full Professor of Computer Science and Cybersecurity at Webster university, where he led the CS and Cyber Master’s Degree Programs for the Florida Space Coast Region. During that time, I also taught Statistics in the MBA program of the Herbert Walker Bush School of Business. Most of his government tech work was for the U.S. Department of Defense, and the Intelligence Community. This work involved the development of advanced technology (mostly in Data Science and Machine Learning) for NSA, Office of Naval Intelligence, Naval Research
Lab, Air Force Technical Application Center, Army Research Lab, Missile Defense Agency, National Science Foundation, Defense Mapping Agency, and many others (some of which cannot be named here).
KARYN NESBY
Technical Director, Digital Experience Team, CSX
Karyn Nesby is the Technical Director for the Digital Experience team. Karyn played a key role in establishing the User Experience team within CSX technology and she continues to be responsible for creating and integrating UX processes into the broader organization. She enjoys sharing her Knowledge and her efforts and creative expertise have led to enhanced solutions for web and mobile applications. Currently, serving as the Chair for the National African American Women’s Leadership Institute, Karyn enjoys building programs to expand opportunities for women in technology. She has participated in panel discussions and a speaker for Women and Minorities in Technology. Karyn also created an after-school program for an all girls charter academy in Duval County that focused on Science, Technology, Engineering, Arts and Math. Karyn is a native of Kansas where she received her Bachelor of Science in Advertising at Kansas State University and a Master of Arts in Management from Webster University. She has also achieved the certification of Project Management Professional (PMP) ®. Karyn has a broad range of experience working in industries such as transportation, marketing, telecommunications, and healthcare. Volunteering for non-profits and helping others achieve their dreams is something that Karyn plans to do for a lifetime and hopes to bring others along on her journey of paying it forward. One of her favorite quotes is by Dr. Maya Angelou, “My mission in life is not merely to survive, but to thrive; and to do so with some passion, some compassion, some humor, and some style.”
KARYN NESBY
Technical Director-Digital Experience, CSX
Karyn Nesby is the Technical Director-Digital Experience at CSX Technology. Karyn played a key role in establishing the User Experience team within CSX technology and she continues to be responsible for creating and integrating UX processes into the broader organization. Currently, serving as the Vice- Chair for the National African American Women’s Leadership Institute, Karyn enjoys building programs to expand opportunities for women in leadership. She has participated in panel discussions focused on Women in Technology hosted by Florida State College of Jacksonville. Karyn also created the Tiger Tech Buddy After-school program for a former all- girls charter academy in Duval County that focused on user experience design and programming. Karyn is a native of Kansas where she received her Bachelor of Science in Advertising at Kansas State University and a Master of Arts in Management from Webster University. She has also achieved the certification of Project Management Professional (PMP) ®. One of her favorite quotes is by Dr. Maya Angelou, “My mission in life is not merely to survive, but to
thrive; and to do so with some passion, some compassion, some humor, and some style.”
KARYN NESBY
Technical Director-Digital Experience, CSX
Karyn Nesby is the Technical Director-Digital Experience at CSX Technology. Karyn played a key role in establishing the User Experience team within CSX technology and she continues to be responsible for creating and integrating UX processes into the broader organization. Currently, serving as the Vice- Chair for the National African American Women’s Leadership Institute, Karyn enjoys building programs to expand opportunities for women in leadership. She has participated in panel discussions focused on Women in Technology hosted by Florida State College of Jacksonville. Karyn also created the Tiger Tech Buddy After-school program for a former all- girls charter academy in Duval County that focused on user experience design and programming. Karyn is a native of Kansas where she received her Bachelor of Science in Advertising at Kansas State University and a Master of Arts in Management from Webster University. She has also achieved the certification of Project Management Professional (PMP) ®. One of her favorite quotes is by Dr. Maya Angelou, “My mission in life is not merely to survive, but to
thrive; and to do so with some passion, some compassion, some humor, and some style.”
KLARA CU
Senior User Experience Designer, CSX Technology
Kiara is a Senior User Experience designer with a background in interaction design, advertising, graphic design, and photography. She played a key role in establishing the design system for the UX team within CSX Technology in order to create a consistent, intuitive experience across its application suite. Klara is passionate about designing for mobile and internal applications and volunteering for teaching opportunities within design and photography. Based out of Jacksonville, Florida, Klara has a Bachelor of Science in Advertising from the University of Florida, and a Bachelor of Science for Web Design and Interactive Media from the Art Institute of Jacksonville. Klara also has a broad range of experience designing for clients in the transportation, fashion, sports, and event planning industries. Klara is also a freelance photographer and designer focused on building up brand awareness and creating marketing materials for small businesses.
KLARA CU
Senior User Experience Designer, CSX Technology
Kiara is a Senior User Experience designer with a background in interaction design, advertising, graphic design, and photography. She played a key role in establishing the design system for the UX team within CSX Technology in order to create a consistent, intuitive experience across its application suite. Klara is passionate about designing for mobile and internal applications and volunteering for teaching opportunities within design and photography. Based out of Jacksonville, Florida, Klara has a Bachelor of Science in Advertising from the University of Florida, and a Bachelor of Science for Web Design and Interactive Media from the Art Institute of Jacksonville. Klara also has a broad range of experience designing for clients in the transportation, fashion, sports, and event planning industries. Klara is also a freelance photographer and designer focused on building up brand awareness and creating marketing materials for small businesses.
KLARA CU
Senior User Experience Designer, CSX Technology
Kiara is a Senior User Experience designer with a background in interaction design, advertising, graphic design, and photography. She played a key role in establishing the design system for the UX team within CSX Technology in order to create a consistent, intuitive experience across its application suite. Klara is passionate about designing for mobile and internal applications and volunteering for teaching opportunities within design and photography. Based out of Jacksonville, Florida, Klara has a Bachelor of Science in Advertising from the University of Florida, and a Bachelor of Science for Web Design and Interactive Media from the Art Institute of Jacksonville. Klara also has a broad range of experience designing for clients in the transportation, fashion, sports, and event planning industries. Klara is also a freelance photographer and designer focused on building up brand awareness and creating marketing materials for small businesses.
BRIA LOWE
Back-End Software Developer and Technical Acumen Chair, AT&T’s Advocates for Women in Tech
Bria Lowe serves as the Technical Acumen Chair for the Atlanta chapter of AT&T’s Advocates for Women in Tech. After graduating from the University of Alabama with a degree in Computer Science, she moved back to her hometown, Atlanta, GA, and became a back-end software developer for AT&T. She is currently pursuing a Full Stack Nanodegree from Udacity.
BRIA LOWE
Back-End Software Developer and Technical Acumen Chair, AT&T’s Advocates for Women in Tech
Bria Lowe serves as the Technical Acumen Chair for the Atlanta chapter of AT&T’s Advocates for Women in Tech. After graduating from the University of Alabama with a degree in Computer Science, she moved back to her hometown, Atlanta, GA, and became a back-end software developer for AT&T. She is currently pursuing a Full Stack Nanodegree from Udacity.
BRIA LOWE
Back-End Software Developer and Technical Acumen Chair, AT&T’s Advocates for Women in Tech
Bria Lowe serves as the Technical Acumen Chair for the Atlanta chapter of AT&T’s Advocates for Women in Tech. After graduating from the University of Alabama with a degree in Computer Science, she moved back to her hometown, Atlanta, GA, and became a back-end software developer for AT&T. She is currently pursuing a Full Stack Nanodegree from Udacity.
PADMA GOVINDARAJALU
Senior Software Developer, Okta, Inc.
Padma works as a Senior Developer Support Engineer at Okta and has helped several developers integrate OpenIDConnect and OAuth in their applications as part of her role. She has also presented on this topic at Oktane 2018 where several hundreds of developers attended the session. She loves solving problems and enjoys spending time with her 5 year old. Padma will present on Demystifying OpenIDConnect and OAuth. In her session, attendees will learn the basics of the OAuth and OpenID Connect protocols - industry best-practice for authentication and authorization.
Padma Govindarajalur
Senior Software Developer, Okta, Inc.
Padma works as a Senior Developer Support Engineer at Okta and has helped several developers integrate OpenIDConnect and OAuth in their applications as part of her role. She has also presented on this topic at Oktane 2018 where several hundreds of developers attended the session. She loves solving problems and enjoys spending time with her 5 year old. Padma will present on Demystifying OpenIDConnect and OAuth. In her session, attendees will learn the basics of the OAuth and OpenID Connect protocols - industry best-practice for authentication and authorization.
PADMA GOVINDARAJALU
Senior Software Developer, Okta, Inc.
Padma works as a Senior Developer Support Engineer at Okta and has helped several developers integrate OpenIDConnect and OAuth in their applications as part of her role. She has also presented on this topic at Oktane 2018 where several hundreds of developers attended the session. She loves solving problems and enjoys spending time with her 5 year old. Padma will present on Demystifying OpenIDConnect and OAuth. In her session, attendees will learn the basics of the OAuth and OpenID Connect protocols - industry best-practice for authentication and authorization.
LINCOLN PARKS
Director of Maketing, Heritage Bank
Lincoln Parks is Director of Marketing at Heritage Bank and is known in the world of FinTech for his specialized focus on the banking industry and digital marketing. Lincoln has presented at various conferences, including IBtechCon2019, Henry County Marketing Summit and will be presenting at Digital Banking 2019 in Austin, Texas. He has also presented at the Henry County Chamber of Commerce as the Co-Chair of the Image and Communications Committee for One Henry which is an organization that is is a collaborative effort of various citizens, community groups/businesses, and the Henry County Chamber of Commerce for economic advancement. He spoke on the direction for the image of the county and the importance of effectively communicating the message, image and brand of the county as a whole.
LINCOLN PARKS
Director of Marketing, Heritage Bank
Lincoln Parks is Director of Marketing at Heritage Bank and is known in the world of FinTech for his specialized focus on the banking industry and digital marketing. Lincoln has presented at various conferences, including IBtechCon2019, Henry County Marketing Summit and will be presenting at Digital Banking 2019 in Austin, Texas. He has also presented at the Henry County Chamber of Commerce as the Co-Chair of the Image and Communications Committee for One Henry which is an organization that is is a collaborative effort of various citizens, community groups/businesses, and the Henry County Chamber of Commerce for economic advancement. He spoke on the direction for the image of the county and the importance of effectively communicating the message, image and brand of the county as a whole.
LINCOLN PARKS
Director of Marketing, Heritage Bank
Lincoln Parks is Director of Marketing at Heritage Bank and is known in the world of FinTech for his specialized focus on the banking industry and digital marketing. Lincoln has presented at various conferences, including IBtechCon2019, Henry County Marketing Summit and will be presenting at Digital Banking 2019 in Austin, Texas. He has also presented at the Henry County Chamber of Commerce as the Co-Chair of the Image and Communications Committee for One Henry which is an organization that is is a collaborative effort of various citizens, community groups/businesses, and the Henry County Chamber of Commerce for economic advancement. He spoke on the direction for the image of the county and the importance of effectively communicating the message, image and brand of the county as a whole.
MARIE-ANTOINETTE TICHLER
Founder, Ignite Diverse Tech
Marie-Antoinette is an Air Force veteran, serial entrepreneur, social technologist and community advocate who has devoted her life to educating citizens about their Digital Legacy and respecting the power of technology. Mrs. Tichler is the CEO of C2Legacy Technologies, a blockchain based digital estate planning company headquartered in Atlanta, GA. C2Legacy is designed to allow cryptocurrency holders to assign beneficiaries to inherit their crypto, with a mission to preserve cryptocurrency for generations. she's a founding member of the Atlanta Bitcoin Embassy, a Femergy International Ambassador, a board member for the Blockchain Chamber of Commerce and involved with several Women in Blockchain and Tech community initiatives. Mrs. Tichler founded Ignite Diverse Tech, with a mission of increasing diversity and inclusion in technology and the Tech Diversity Awareness Ribbon campaign. And TOADD, Inc. the Tech Organization Against Destructive Deeds, Inc, 501c3 non profit, she’s spent almost a decade developing technological and social platforms that engage youth to absorb and use technology for their growth. Georgia State Congress granted TOADD.org with an annual recognition “Text With Respect Week” July 21st-27th. And Georgia's DeKalb County CEO and DeKalb County Board granted her with her own annual day “Marie-Antoinette Tichler Day” on august 8th.
MARIE-ANTOINETTE TICHLER
Founder, Ignite Diverse Tech
Marie-Antoinette is an Air Force veteran, serial entrepreneur, social technologist and community advocate who has devoted her life to educating citizens about their Digital Legacy and respecting the power of technology. Mrs. Tichler is the CEO of C2Legacy Technologies, a blockchain based digital estate planning company headquartered in Atlanta, GA. C2Legacy is designed to allow cryptocurrency holders to assign beneficiaries to inherit their crypto, with a mission to preserve cryptocurrency for generations. she's a founding member of the Atlanta Bitcoin Embassy, a Femergy International Ambassador, a board member for the Blockchain Chamber of Commerce and involved with several Women in Blockchain and Tech community initiatives. Mrs. Tichler founded Ignite Diverse Tech, with a mission of increasing diversity and inclusion in technology and the Tech Diversity Awareness Ribbon campaign. And TOADD, Inc. the Tech Organization Against Destructive Deeds, Inc, 501c3 non profit, she’s spent almost a decade developing technological and social platforms that engage youth to absorb and use technology for their growth. Georgia State Congress granted TOADD.org with an annual recognition “Text With Respect Week” July 21st-27th. And Georgia's DeKalb County CEO and DeKalb County Board granted her with her own annual day “Marie-Antoinette Tichler Day” on august 8th.
MARIE-ANTOINETTE TICHLER
Founder, Ignite Diverse Tech
Marie-Antoinette is an Air Force veteran, serial entrepreneur, social technologist and community advocate who has devoted her life to educating citizens about their Digital Legacy and respecting the power of technology. Mrs. Tichler is the CEO of C2Legacy Technologies, a blockchain based digital estate planning company headquartered in Atlanta, GA. C2Legacy is designed to allow cryptocurrency holders to assign beneficiaries to inherit their crypto, with a mission to preserve cryptocurrency for generations. she's a founding member of the Atlanta Bitcoin Embassy, a Femergy International Ambassador, a board member for the Blockchain Chamber of Commerce and involved with several Women in Blockchain and Tech community initiatives. Mrs. Tichler founded Ignite Diverse Tech, with a mission of increasing diversity and inclusion in technology and the Tech Diversity Awareness Ribbon campaign. And TOADD, Inc. the Tech Organization Against Destructive Deeds, Inc, 501c3 non profit, she’s spent almost a decade developing technological and social platforms that engage youth to absorb and use technology for their growth. Georgia State Congress granted TOADD.org with an annual recognition “Text With Respect Week” July 21st-27th. And Georgia's DeKalb County CEO and DeKalb County Board granted her with her own annual day “Marie-Antoinette Tichler Day” on august 8th.
GLENN BLOCK
Sr Director Product Management - Platform | DocuSignC
Glenn currently runs several product efforts. for Docusign's platform. He has been shipping software for over 20 years. Outside of shipping software, Glenn is passionate to help move the ball forward for diversity and inclusion, with a particular focus on bringing more diversity to product. He serves as an advisor to several organizations including CodeFellows and Jewelbots, and is an active mentor with a particular focus on women and people of color.
GLENN BLOCK
Sr Director Product Management - Platform | DocuSign
Glenn currently runs several product efforts. for Docusign's platform. He has been shipping software for over 20 years. Outside of shipping software, Glenn is passionate to help move the ball forward for diversity and inclusion, with a particular focus on bringing more diversity to product. He serves as an advisor to several organizations including CodeFellows and Jewelbots, and is an active mentor with a particular focus on women and people of color.
GLENN BLOCK
Sr Director Product Management - Platform | DocuSign
Glenn currently runs several product efforts. for Docusign's platform. He has been shipping software for over 20 years. Outside of shipping software, Glenn is passionate to help move the ball forward for diversity and inclusion, with a particular focus on bringing more diversity to product. He serves as an advisor to several organizations including CodeFellows and Jewelbots, and is an active mentor with a particular focus on women and people of color.
DERRIS BOOMER
CEO, Boomer Technology Group
Derris Boomer has worked for Fortune 500 companies since he was 16. Each has taught him perseverance, leadership and a drive for success. His tenure at companies such as IBM, Tiffany & Company, Polo Ralph Lauren and Accenture has afforded 20+ years of corporate experience. He has traveled the globe implementing technology systems in Europe, North America and
Asia. Derris is founder and CEO of Boomer Technology Group, which specializes in technology planning, process improvement and software implementations. Derris has an undergraduate degree in Management Science from Kean University. His motto is “Have laptop will travel!” He has certifications in Workday and Kronos Workforce Management software. He has written business and technology articles for J.D. Edwards User Group, Smart Enterprise Magazine and N.J. Tech Weekly. Mr. Boomer has taught college courses as an adjunct professor at two community colleges. He has extensive experience in Retail, Healthcare, Manufacturing, Government and Higher Education. He embraces 3 principles to success; Business Process + People + Technology = Custom Solutions
DERRIS BOOMER
CEO, Boomer Technology Group
Derris Boomer has worked for Fortune 500 companies since he was 16. Each has taught him perseverance, leadership and a drive for success. His tenure at companies such as IBM, Tiffany & Company, Polo Ralph Lauren and Accenture has afforded 20+ years of corporate experience. He has traveled the globe implementing technology systems in Europe, North America and
Asia. Derris is founder and CEO of Boomer Technology Group, which specializes in technology planning, process improvement and software implementations. Derris has an undergraduate degree in Management Science from Kean University. His motto is “Have laptop will travel!”
He has certifications in Workday and Kronos Workforce Management software. He has written business and technology articles for J.D. Edwards User Group, Smart Enterprise Magazine and N.J. Tech Weekly. Mr. Boomer has taught college courses as an adjunct professor at two community colleges. He has extensive experience in Retail, Healthcare, Manufacturing, Government and Higher Education. He embraces 3 principles to success; Business Process + People + Technology = Custom Solutions
DERRIS BOOMER
CEO, Boomer Technology Group
Derris Boomer has worked for Fortune 500 companies since he was 16. Each has taught him perseverance, leadership and a drive for success. His tenure at companies such as IBM, Tiffany & Company, Polo Ralph Lauren and Accenture has afforded 20+ years of corporate experience. He has traveled the globe implementing technology systems in Europe, North America and
Asia. Derris is founder and CEO of Boomer Technology Group, which specializes in technology planning, process improvement and software implementations. Derris has an undergraduate degree in Management Science from Kean University. His motto is “Have laptop will travel!”
He has certifications in Workday and Kronos Workforce Management software. He has written business and technology articles for J.D. Edwards User Group, Smart Enterprise Magazine and N.J. Tech Weekly. Mr. Boomer has taught college courses as an adjunct professor at two community colleges. He has extensive experience in Retail, Healthcare, Manufacturing, Government and Higher Education. He embraces 3 principles to success; Business Process + People + Technology = Custom Solutions
AYODELE ODUBELA
Data Scientist, MINDBODY
Ayodele Odubela is a Data Scientist at MINDBODY and the founder of fullyConnected, a learning platform for underrepresented minorities to learn machine learning. Ayodele got her start in tech by doing marketing for startups and is passionate about using data to improve the lives of marginalized people. She is a member of the National Society of Black Engineers, an avid hockey fan, dog-lover, and believes code is best written on a beach.
AYODELE ODUBELA
Data Scientist, MINDBODY
Ayodele Odubela is a Data Scientist at MINDBODY and the founder of fullyConnected, a learning platform for underrepresented minorities to learn machine learning. Ayodele got her start in tech by doing marketing for startups and is passionate about using data to improve the lives of marginalized people. She is a member of the National Society of Black Engineers, an avid hockey fan, dog-lover, and believes code is best written on a beach.
AYODELE ODUBELA
Data Scientist, MINDBODY
Ayodele Odubela is a Data Scientist at MINDBODY and the founder of fullyConnected, a learning platform for underrepresented minorities to learn machine learning. Ayodele got her start in tech by doing marketing for startups and is passionate about using data to improve the lives of marginalized people. She is a member of the National Society of Black Engineers, an avid hockey fan, dog-lover, and believes code is best written on a beach.
HEALY DWYER
Software Engineer, CSX
Healy is a software engineer from South Florida who currently works on the UX & Mobility team at CSX, here in Jacksonville. Florida
HEALY DWYER
Software Engineer, CSX
Healy is a software engineer from South Florida who currently works on the UX & Mobility team at CSX, here in Jacksonville.
HEALY DWYER
Software Engineer, CSX
Healy Dwyer is a Software Engineer from South Florida who currently works for CSX.
SARA DADIQ
Software Engineer, Okta, Inc.
Sara is a software engineer for Okta, Inc. based in San Francisco, CA. She loves building great products to help businesses succeed in their goals. She appreciates the sleek and fast user experience. Sara is passionate about women’s right and has a huge interest in helping women get financially independent. Her hobbies include traveling the world to test the food., biking the city and indulging in yoga when she finds a good view. Sara will be speaking on OpenID Connect (OIDC) and how can application developers can provide users with secure authentication without investing a lot of time and instead focus on building their application’s core functionality.
SARA DAQIQ
Software Engineer, Okta, Inc.
Sara is a software engineer for Okta, Inc. based in San Francisco, CA. She loves building great products to help businesses succeed in their goals. She appreciates the sleek and fast user experience. Sara is passionate about women’s right and has a huge interest in helping women get financially independent. Her hobbies include traveling the world to test the food., biking the city and indulging in yoga when she finds a good view. Sara will be speaking on OpenID Connect (OIDC) and how can application developers can provide users with secure authentication without investing a lot of time and instead focus on building their application’s core functionality.
SARA DAQIQ
Software Engineer, Okta, Inc.
Sara is a software engineer for Okta, Inc. based in San Francisco, CA. She loves building great products to help businesses succeed in their goals. She appreciates the sleek and fast user experience. Sara is passionate about women’s right and has a huge interest in helping women get financially independent. Her hobbies include traveling the world to test the food., biking the city and indulging in yoga when she finds a good view. Sara will be speaking on OpenID Connect (OIDC) and how can application developers can provide users with secure authentication without investing a lot of time and instead focus on building their application’s core functionality.
JORDANNE BARRETT
Information Security Administrator, MIVA, Inc.
Jordanne Barrette is an Information Security Administrator for an eCommerce company who is passionate about educating others on security and how to get into the Information Security career field. I hold a Bachelor's degree from the University of South Florida in Information Studies and I am a graduate student at UMUC, along with a CompTIA Security Plus and SSCP certification holder. I am a firm believer in giving back, a CyberPatriots Mentor and volunteer within the Tampa Bay community. When I am not volunteering I co-host a podcast weekly discussing recent security news.
JORDANNE BARRETT
Information Security Administrator, MICA, Inc.
Bob Smith is a top publicity expert and speaker.
Jordanne Barrette is an Information Security Administrator for an eCommerce company who is passionate about educating others on security and how to get into the Information Security career field. I hold a Bachelor's degree from the University of South Florida in Information Studies and I am a graduate student at UMUC, along with a CompTIA Security Plus and SSCP certification holder. I am a firm believer in giving back, a CyberPatriots Mentor and volunteer within the Tampa Bay community. When I am not volunteering I co-host a podcast weekly discussing recent security news.
JORDANNE BARRETT
Information Security Administrator, MIVA, Inc.
Jordanne Barrette is an Information Security Administrator for an eCommerce company who is passionate about educating others on security and how to get into the Information Security career field. I hold a Bachelor's degree from the University of South Florida in Information Studies and I am a graduate student at UMUC, along with a CompTIA Security Plus and SSCP certification holder. I am a firm believer in giving back, a CyberPatriots Mentor and volunteer within the Tampa Bay community. When I am not volunteering I co-host a podcast weekly discussing recent security news.
PATRICIO VARGAS
UX Software Engineer, CSX
am UX Software Engineer at CSX. I am very passionate about what I do especially when it comes to code. I have participated in several hackathons and won two of them. I love helping people with their technology questions and writing better code using the best practices. Catch me coding at home, helping people on stackoverflow or playing paintball.
PATRICIO VARGAS
UX Software Engineer, CSX
I am a UX Software Engineer at CSX. I am very passionate about what I do especially when it comes to code. I have participated in several hackathons and won two of them. I love helping people with their technology questions and writing better code using the best practices. Catch me coding at home, helping people on stackoverflow or playing paintball.
PATRICIO VARGAS
UX Software Engineer, CSX
I am a UX Software Engineer at CSX. I am very passionate about what I do especially when it comes to code. I have participated in several hackathons and won two of them. I love helping people with their technology questions and writing better code using the best practices. Catch me coding at home, helping people on stackoverflow or playing paintball.
LISA D. DANCE
User Experience Analyst, ServiceEase
Lisa is a User Experience Designer and Analyst. A native of Richmond, Virginia, Lisa earned a Bachelor of Arts in Political Science and Post-Baccalaureate Certificate in Marketing from Virginia Commonwealth University. After managing a variety of programs in small business, corporate, government, and non-profit environments, she branched out into user experience design and earned an Interaction Design Certificate from the University of California, San Diego.
Lisa's passion for businesses being easy to do business with led her to founding ServiceEase, a consultancy to help businesses and nonprofits improve customer and candidate experiences. Additionally, Lisa Dance is currently a User Experience Analyst for Genworth, working on its award-winning website.
LISA D. DANCE
User Experience Analyst, ServiceEase
Lisa is a User Experience Designer and Analyst. A native of Richmond, Virginia, Lisa earned a Bachelor of Arts in Political Science and Post-Baccalaureate Certificate in Marketing from Virginia Commonwealth University. After managing a variety of programs in small business, corporate, government, and non-profit environments, she branched out into user experience design and earned an Interaction Design Certificate from the University of California, San Diego.
Lisa's passion for businesses being easy to do business with led her to founding ServiceEase, a consultancy to help businesses and nonprofits improve customer and candidate experiences. Additionally, Lisa Dance is currently a User Experience Analyst for Genworth, working on its award-winning website.
LISA D. DANCE
User Experience Analyst, ServceEase
Lisa is a User Experience Designer and Analyst. A native of Richmond, Virginia, Lisa earned a Bachelor of Arts in Political Science and Post-Baccalaureate Certificate in Marketing from Virginia Commonwealth University. After managing a variety of programs in small business, corporate, government, and non-profit environments, she branched out into user experience design and earned an Interaction Design Certificate from the University of California, San Diego.
Lisa's passion for businesses being easy to do business with led her to founding ServiceEase, a consultancy to help businesses and nonprofits improve customer and candidate experiences. Additionally, Lisa Dance is currently a User Experience Analyst for Genworth, working on its award-winning website.
ANGIE GIL
Chief Operating Officer, EverCheck
Angie Gil serves as the Chief Operating Officer of EverCheck, a
software-as-a-service technology that offers license and continuing
education management solutions to the healthcare space. Having
been with the company since its inception in 2012, Angie has played
an integral role in the company’s success, having grown from 2 to 31
employees and from $0 in revenue to $4M+. Angie is expecting her
first child in August 2019.
ANGIE GIL
Chief Operating Officer, EverCheck
Angie Gil serves as the Chief Operating Officer of EverCheck, a software-as-a-service technology that offers license and continuing education management solutions to the healthcare space. Having
been with the company since its inception in 2012, Angie has played an integral role in the company’s success, having grown from 2 to 31 employees and from $0 in revenue to $4M+. Angie is expecting her first child in August 2019.
ANGIE GIL
Chief Operating Officer, EverCheck
Angie Gil serves as the Chief Operating Officer of EverCheck, a software-as-a-service technology that offers license and continuing education management solutions to the healthcare space. Having been with the company since its inception in 2012, Angie has played
an integral role in the company’s success, having grown from 2 to 31
employees and from $0 in revenue to $4M+. Angie is expecting her first child in August 2019.
BRITTANY TONY
Account Executive, EverCheck
Brittany Tony comes from a rigorous sales and marketing background and joined the EverCheck team in 2015. Since then, she has served in both sales and management capacities, working to mentor and lead a team of five sales representatives as EverCheck expands its services and solutions. Brittany welcomed her first child in May 2019.
BRITTANY TONY
Account Executive, EverCheck
Brittany Tony comes from a rigorous sales and marketing background and joined the EverCheck team in 2015. Since then, she has served in both sales and management capacities, working to mentor and lead a team of five sales representatives as EverCheck expands its services and solutions. Brittany welcomed her first child in May 2019.
BRITTANY TONY
Account Executive, EverCheck
Brittany Tony comes from a rigorous sales and marketing background and joined the EverCheck team in 2015. Since then, she has served in both sales and management capacities, working to mentor and lead a team of five sales representatives as EverCheck expands its services and solutions. Brittany welcomed her first child in May 2019.
ERWIN ALBERTO
Enterprise Architect, Availity
Erwin is an experienced, hands-on software architect involved in the architecture, design and implementation of micro services architecture. Currently, Erwin works for Availity as an Enterprise Architect. He has been in the software industry since 1995 and has co-founded and led several internet startups in the education technology industry. He holds a Bachelors of Science in Computer Science at University of North Florida and an MBA at University Florida.
ERWIN ALBERTO
Enterprise Architect, Availity
Erwin is an experienced, hands-on software architect involved in the architecture, design and implementation of micro services architecture. Currently, Erwin works for Availity as an Enterprise Architect. He has been in the software industry since 1995 and has co-founded and led several internet startups in the education technology industry. He holds a Bachelors of Science in Computer Science at University of North Florida and an MBA at University Florida.
LUMA VASILJEVIC
Data Scientist, CSX Transportation
Luma Vasiljevic is a data scientist operating in the railroad domain. Luma holds Professional Masters in Industrial Mathematics and Masters in Electrical Engineering degrees from Michigan State University and a postgraduate certificate in Geographic Information Systems from Pennsylvania State University. Luma came to the United States in 2002 as a refugee from former Yugoslavia, where she earned an undergraduate degree in Mathematics. She joined CSX Transportation and moved to Jacksonville in December 2016.
JADE FENG
Product Manager, Okta, Inc.
Jade Feng (https://www.linkedin.com/in/jadefeng/) is a product manager at Okta who owns the end user experiences across web and mobile channels for Okta’s 100+ million users. She is an advocate for using metrics to tell stories and drive business value around usability, user happiness, and usability. In her free time, she dances ballet and is learning how to use her new Instant Pot.
JADE FENG
Product Manager, Okta Inc.
Jade Feng (https://www.linkedin.com/in/jadefeng/) is a product manager at Okta who owns the end user experiences across web and mobile channels for Okta’s 100+ million users. She is an advocate for using metrics to tell stories and drive business value around usability, user happiness, and usability. In her free time, she dances ballet and is learning how to use her new Instant Pot.
JADE FENG
Product Manager, Okta, Inc.
Jade Feng (https://www.linkedin.com/in/jadefeng/) is a product manager at Okta who owns the end user experiences across web and mobile channels for Okta’s 100+ million users. She is an advocate for using metrics to tell stories and drive business value around usability, user happiness, and usability. In her free time, she dances ballet and is learning how to use her new Instant Pot.
HERVE ANIGLO
MBA Candidate, University of Memphis
Herve Viho Aniglo was born in the capital and coastal city, Lome, Togo. Togo is a small country in West Africa located between Ghana and Benin and below Burkina-Faso. He and his family are part of the Togolese ethnic group, Ewe. At a young age, Herve and his family moved to the United States of America for better opportunities. They first arrived in New York then later
moved to Memphis. His first name "Herve" (pronounced Her-vay) is French for "Army Warrior"; The middle name Viho is Cheyenne for "Chief"; These are the characteristics of a leader and they are the characteristic of an "army warrior"; and a "chief." Herve serves and follows the directions and tasks of others (army warrior) but at the same time, he sets an example to his fellow peers by showing determination, keeping an upbeat, positive personality and motivation to keep things going (chief). Herve is a well-known networker and connector in Memphis. He is involved with the National Black MBA Association, Black Data Processing Associates, and National Society of Black Engineers. He is also currently pursuing his MBA at
the University of Memphis.
HERVE ANIGLO
MBA Candidate, University of Memphis
Herve Viho Aniglo was born in the capital and coastal city, Lome, Togo. Togo is a small country in West Africa located between Ghana and Benin and below Burkina-Faso. He and his family are part of the Togolese ethnic group, Ewe. At a young age, Herve and his family moved to the United States of America for better opportunities. They first arrived in New York then later
moved to Memphis. His first name "Herve" (pronounced Her-vay) is French for "Army Warrior"; The middle name Viho is Cheyenne for "Chief"; These are the characteristics of a leader and they are the characteristic of an "army warrior"; and a "chief." Herve serves and follows the directions and tasks of others (army warrior) but at the same time, he sets an example to his fellow peers by showing determination, keeping an upbeat, positive personality and motivation to keep things going (chief). Herve is a well-known networker and connector in Memphis. He is involved with the National Black MBA Association, Black Data Processing Associates, and National Society of Black Engineers. He is also currently pursuing his MBA at
the University of Memphis.
HERVE ANIGLO
MBA Candidate, University of Memphis
Herve Viho Aniglo was born in the capital and coastal city, Lome, Togo. Togo is a small country in West Africa located between Ghana and Benin and below Burkina-Faso. He and his family are part of the Togolese ethnic group, Ewe. At a young age, Herve and his family moved to the United States of America for better opportunities. They first arrived in New York then later
moved to Memphis. His first name "Herve" (pronounced Her-vay) is French for "Army Warrior"; The middle name Viho is Cheyenne for "Chief"; These are the characteristics of a leader and they are the characteristic of an "army warrior"; and a "chief." Herve serves and follows the directions and tasks of others (army warrior) but at the same time, he sets an example to his fellow peers by showing determination, keeping an upbeat, positive personality and motivation to keep things going (chief). Herve is a well-known networker and connector in Memphis. He is involved with the National Black MBA Association, Black Data Processing Associates, and National Society of Black Engineers. He is also currently pursuing his MBA at
the University of Memphis.
SARAH ANDRES
Enterprise Architect, Availity and Founder, She Can Code IT
Sarah Andres is an Enterprise Architect at Availity and Founder of She Can Code IT. Sarah is a native of Manila and studied Math at the University of the Philippines before coming to the U.S. and studying computer science at Rutgers University/New Jersey Institute of Technology. She began her career as a developer in 1991 and has since worked as a Tech Lead, Solutions Architect, Architecture Consultant, and now an Enterprise Architect working on product architecture and engineering practices for Availity.
Sarah was also the owner and president of Jax Objects, Inc., a consulting services company with clients like Merill Lynch, Skymall, and the startup Fresh Direct in New York City. Jax Objects, Inc. partnered with Logico Inc., in the Philippines and helped manage offshore software developers and consulting services for several years before bringing her expertise to Availity.
Sarah is an avid fitness enthusiast, and she loves running, biking, motorcycle riding, and shooting. She also loves people and is a a mentor in the Big Brother Big Sister program. Most of all, she loves spending time with her police officer husband of 28 years, and her 12 year-old son, Cole.
SARAH ANDRES
Enterprise Architect, Availity and Founder, She Can Code IT
Sarah Andres is an Enterprise Architect at Availity and Founder of She Can Code IT. Sarah is a native of Manila and studied Math at the University of the Philippines before coming to the U.S. and studying computer science at Rutgers University/New Jersey Institute of Technology. She began her career as a developer in 1991 and has since worked as a Tech Lead, Solutions Architect, Architecture Consultant, and now an Enterprise Architect working on product architecture and engineering practices for Availity.
Sarah was also the owner and president of Jax Objects, Inc., a consulting services company with clients like Merill Lynch, Skymall, and the startup Fresh Direct in New York City. Jax Objects, Inc. partnered with Logico Inc., in the Philippines and helped manage offshore software developers and consulting services for several years before bringing her expertise to Availity.
Sarah is an avid fitness enthusiast, and she loves running, biking, motorcycle riding, and shooting. She also loves people and is a a mentor in the Big Brother Big Sister program. Most of all, she loves spending time with her police officer husband of 28 years, and her 12 year-old son, Cole.
SARAH ANDRES
Enterprise Architect, Availity and Founder, She Can Code IT
Sarah Andres is an Enterprise Architect at Availity and Founder of She Can Code IT. Sarah is a native of Manila and studied Math at the University of the Philippines before coming to the U.S. and studying computer science at Rutgers University/New Jersey Institute of Technology. She began her career as a developer in 1991 and has since worked as a Tech Lead, Solutions Architect, Architecture Consultant, and now an Enterprise Architect working on product architecture and engineering practices for Availity.
Sarah was also the owner and president of Jax Objects, Inc., a consulting services company with clients like Merill Lynch, Skymall, and the startup Fresh Direct in New York City. Jax Objects, Inc. partnered with Logico Inc., in the Philippines and helped manage offshore software developers and consulting services for several years before bringing her expertise to Availity.
Sarah is an avid fitness enthusiast, and she loves running, biking, motorcycle riding, and shooting. She also loves people and is a a mentor in the Big Brother Big Sister program. Most of all, she loves spending time with her police officer husband of 28 years, and her 12 year-old son, Cole.
DENISHA MALONE
Business Intelligence Consultant & Developer
DeNisha is a 2017 graduate from the University of Memphis. She fell in love with data modeling and business intelligence reporting and analytics while tutoring SQL in college. she self taught herself the ins and outs Microsoft's Power BI after an internship in the Fall of 2015 - and has been sticking with it ever since; growing tremendously as the application spreads through enterprises. Now, she is a blogger and a consultant for Microsoft, Amazon, and Google data services.
www.DeNishaM.com
Outside of career, her hobbies include mentoring and working with non-profits to enhance IT in the minority communities.
DENISHA MALONE
Business Intelligence Consultant & Developer
DeNisha is a 2017 graduate from the University of Memphis. She fell in love with data modeling and business intelligence reporting and analytics while tutoring SQL in college. she self taught herself the ins and outs Microsoft's Power BI after an internship in the Fall of 2015 - and has been sticking with it ever since; growing tremendously as the application spreads through enterprises. Now, she is a blogger and a consultant for Microsoft, Amazon, and Google data services.
www.DeNishaM.com
Outside of career, her hobbies include mentoring and working with non-profits to enhance IT in the minority communities.
DENISHA MALONE
Business Intelligence Consultant & Developer
DeNisha is a 2017 graduate from the University of Memphis. She fell in love with data modeling and business intelligence reporting and analytics while tutoring SQL in college. she self taught herself the ins and outs Microsoft's Power BI after an internship in the Fall of 2015 - and has been sticking with it ever since; growing tremendously as the application spreads through enterprises. Now, she is a blogger and a consultant for Microsoft, Amazon, and Google data services.
www.DeNishaM.com
Outside of career, her hobbies include mentoring and working with non-profits to enhance IT in the minority communities.
JADE FENG
Product Manager, Okta, Inc.
Jade Feng (https://www.linkedin.com/in/jadefeng/) is a product manager at Okta who owns the end user experiences across web and mobile channels for Okta’s 100+ million users. She is an advocate for using metrics to tell stories and drive business value around usability, user happiness, and usability. In her free time, she dances ballet and is learning how to use her new Instant Pot.
JADE FENG
Product Manager, Okta Inc.
Jade Feng (https://www.linkedin.com/in/jadefeng/) is a product manager at Okta who owns the end user experiences across web and mobile channels for Okta’s 100+ million users. She is an advocate for using metrics to tell stories and drive business value around usability, user happiness, and usability. In her free time, she dances ballet and is learning how to use her new Instant Pot.
JADE FENG
Product Manager, Okta, Inc.
Jade Feng (https://www.linkedin.com/in/jadefeng/) is a product manager at Okta who owns the end user experiences across web and mobile channels for Okta’s 100+ million users. She is an advocate for using metrics to tell stories and drive business value around usability, user happiness, and usability. In her free time, she dances ballet and is learning how to use her new Instant Pot.
HERVE ANIGLO
MBA Candidate, University of Memphis
Herve Viho Aniglo was born in the capital and coastal city, Lome, Togo. Togo is a small country in West Africa located between Ghana and Benin and below Burkina-Faso. He and his family are part of the Togolese ethnic group, Ewe. At a young age, Herve and his family moved to the United States of America for better opportunities. They first arrived in New York then later
moved to Memphis. His first name "Herve" (pronounced Her-vay) is French for "Army Warrior"; The middle name Viho is Cheyenne for "Chief"; These are the characteristics of a leader and they are the characteristic of an "army warrior"; and a "chief." Herve serves and follows the directions and tasks of others (army warrior) but at the same time, he sets an example to his fellow peers by showing determination, keeping an upbeat, positive personality and motivation to keep things going (chief). Herve is a well-known networker and connector in Memphis. He is involved with the National Black MBA Association, Black Data Processing Associates, and National Society of Black Engineers. He is also currently pursuing his MBA at
the University of Memphis.
HERVE ANIGLO
MBA Candidate, University of Memphis
Herve Viho Aniglo was born in the capital and coastal city, Lome, Togo. Togo is a small country in West Africa located between Ghana and Benin and below Burkina-Faso. He and his family are part of the Togolese ethnic group, Ewe. At a young age, Herve and his family moved to the United States of America for better opportunities. They first arrived in New York then later
moved to Memphis. His first name "Herve" (pronounced Her-vay) is French for "Army Warrior"; The middle name Viho is Cheyenne for "Chief"; These are the characteristics of a leader and they are the characteristic of an "army warrior"; and a "chief." Herve serves and follows the directions and tasks of others (army warrior) but at the same time, he sets an example to his fellow peers by showing determination, keeping an upbeat, positive personality and motivation to keep things going (chief). Herve is a well-known networker and connector in Memphis. He is involved with the National Black MBA Association, Black Data Processing Associates, and National Society of Black Engineers. He is also currently pursuing his MBA at
the University of Memphis.
HERVE ANIGLO
MBA Candidate, University of Memphis
Herve Viho Aniglo was born in the capital and coastal city, Lome, Togo. Togo is a small country in West Africa located between Ghana and Benin and below Burkina-Faso. He and his family are part of the Togolese ethnic group, Ewe. At a young age, Herve and his family moved to the United States of America for better opportunities. They first arrived in New York then later
moved to Memphis. His first name "Herve" (pronounced Her-vay) is French for "Army Warrior"; The middle name Viho is Cheyenne for "Chief"; These are the characteristics of a leader and they are the characteristic of an "army warrior"; and a "chief." Herve serves and follows the directions and tasks of others (army warrior) but at the same time, he sets an example to his fellow peers by showing determination, keeping an upbeat, positive personality and motivation to keep things going (chief). Herve is a well-known networker and connector in Memphis. He is involved with the National Black MBA Association, Black Data Processing Associates, and National Society of Black Engineers. He is also currently pursuing his MBA at
the University of Memphis.