WITI Strategist
Newsletter  •  February 7, 2018

  In This Issue

WITI Blog
WITI Hall of Fame
WITI Career
WITI Career Center
WITI Webinar
WITI Women
WITI Leadership
WITI Partner Events
WITI / GEICO Tips
WITI Social Media

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  WITI Network Events

February 8, 2018 - Santa Monica, California
Hidden Figures-Aerospace & Women in 2018
February 15, 2018 - Chandler, Arizona
The Key to Being the Indispensable CTO: Breaking down communication barriers, learning new tools and understanding exactly what your role is.
February 15, 2018 - Tampa, Florida
What's the Buzz About Blockchain?
February 21, 2018 - Boston, Massachusetts
Women in FinTech....We are NOT Square Pegs trying to fit into a Round Hole World
February 21, 2018 - Boca Raton, Florida
Be LinkedIn and Get Ahead
February 22, 2018 - Durham, North Carolina
Advancement of Women in STEM Programs - Challenges & Opportunities
February 22, 2018 - Columbus, Ohio
Women in Tech: Bridging the Gender Gap
February 22, 2018 - Irvine, California
Toot Your Own Horn - Be Asked To The Dance
February 27, 2018 - Columbus, Ohio
Monthly Meet and Greet
February 27, 2018 - San Francisco, California
Setting the Table for Inclusion - hosted by OpenTable, Randstad and WITI
February 27, 2018 - Houston, Texas
CIO Panel Discussion - Digital Transformation
March 8, 2018 - San Diego, California
Build Wealth and Leverage the New Tax Law
March 15, 2018 - Farmington, Connecticut
Tech Trends and Beyond
March 15, 2018 - Tampa Bay, Florida
Podcasting Technology
March 21, 2018 - Boston, Massachusetts
Strategic Advantage of Women on Boards
March 22, 2018 - Chandler, Arizona
Selfless Listening to Build Relationships

More Network Events

  WITI Partner Events

CIO, CMO and CISO Summits
February, 2018
Various Locations

Athena and WITI present: How to be Successful in a Technology Company
February 8, 2018
La Jolla, California

Internship Job Fair & LiveChat Event
February 8, 2018
Portland, Oregon

2018 Snowbird Ski Weekend (HMG)
February 9, 2018
Snowbird, Utah

TDWI Las Vegas
February 11-16, 2018
Las Vegas, Nevada

Cyber Security Summit: Silicon Valley (TE)
February 13, 2018
San Jose, California

BSIDES Tampa 2018
February 17, 2018
Tampa, Florida

GABBCON NY
February 20, 2018
New York City, New York

2018 Global Innovation Summit (HMG)
February 21, 2018
Menlo Park, California

2018 East Region Symposium
February 22, 2018
Louisville, Kentucky

Mobile World Congress 2018
February 26 - Mar 1, 2018
Barcelona, Outside US/Canada

Cyber Security Summit: Atlanta (TE)
February 28, 2018
Atlanta, Georgia

See Details of All Partner Events Here

  WITI Member Discounts

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  WITI Blog

About Bullies
By Carolyn Leighton

When Andrew McCabe stepped down from the FBI, news programs flashed photos of McCabe whose face reflected the raw emotion of a man who had been bullied, insulted and vilified by the President of the United States and members of congress over the last year for doing his job.

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  WITI Hall of Fame


Women in Technology Hall of Fame - Nominations Open Till March 1, 2018

The Women in Technology Hall of Fame was established in 1996 by WITI to provide a forum to recognize, celebrate and publicize the work of women whose contributions to science and technology are largely being ignored and lost in history.

Here's your opportunity to thank a woman who has inspired you, whether in person or from afar ... someone you admire because of her contributions to advance science and/or technology ... or who has motivated young women to choose careers in STEM ... or enabled other women to advance in their scientific or technical careers ... or created innovations to promote environmental harmony, support humanitarian endeavors, or improve the human condition. Nomination Form

  WITI Career

Starting a Consulting Business? Avoid These Three Tragic Mistakes
By Randstad Technologies

People who have jobs and aren't currently looking for a new position are referred to as "passive" candidates--as opposed to "active" candidates who are engaged in a job search. Passive candidates are usually happy in their current roles.

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  WITI Membership


Sign up today and save 25% off any membership package! Just use promo code witimem25. Enjoy WITI Webinars, opportunities to build your network, build your brand and more...

  WITI Webinars

What is "A Kaizen Mindset?" Are you applying Kaizen - A Change for the Better?
Presenter(s): Dennis Conte, CSM / CSPO / SA / PMP / CSP, SolutionsATI Consulting, Inc.
February 22, 2018 12-1PM PT (3-4PM ET)

Changing the Dynamic in Challenging Situations
Presenter(s): Ciara Gogan
February 27, 2018 12-1PM PT (3-4PM ET)

WITI Member Orientation
Presenter(s): WITI
March 2, 2018 12-1PM PT (3-4PM ET)

  These Webinars are FREE To WITI Members!

  WITI Women

Women Just Want to be Treated the Same--Don't Make it a Thing
By SmartBear Staff

Modern feminism is a revelation that continues to unravel before us, changing the game for women in the workplace and finally giving a voice that people have stifled far too long. As a woman in technology, I feel more protected and empowered, but I also feel concerned.

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  WITI Leadership

How to Protect Yourself and the World from Evil Leaders
By Will Marré

I don't believe there are intrinsically evil people. But based on the psychological research reported by Dr. Jonathan Haidt of NYU, I believe that certain people have a genetic disposition toward an extreme sensitivity to threats.

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  Join WITI @ Athena

How to be Successful in a Technology Company
February 8, 2018  | La Jolla, California

Athena and WITI (Women in Technology International) invite you to hear the experiences of 4 women who work in various roles at technology firms and learn how they were able to succeed in the tech sector. Learn from their experiences to advance your own career at a tech company, or perhaps position yourself to land a job at one.

  Join WITI @ TDWI

TDWI Las Vegas 2018
February 11, 2018  | Las Vegas, Nevada

At TDWI Las Vegas, you will develop new skills, explore best practices, gain insights to define your data strategy, and stay up to date on the latest trends and technologies in data.

  Join WITI @ Cyber Days

UCLA Blockchain Lab
February 17-18, 2018  | Los Angeles, California

The UCLA Blockchain Lab will host Cyber Days, a full weekend of programming focused on blockchain, cryptocurrencies, and cybersecurity, this February 17-18 in Schoenberg Hall at UCLA.

The event features many powerful women in blockchain, and a women in blockchain meet-up on Sunday afternoon.

  WITI / GEICO Tips

How to Protect Your Apartment from Burglaries

Apartment buildings can be home to hundreds of people and may come equipped with buzzers, ID-enabled entry systems, or security.

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