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Out in Tech Talks Career Edition

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A series of free workshops on how to find your next tech job + strengthen your candidate profile 🌈

What better way to start the Fall than with the job you deserve?

It’s an especially tough job market out there right now, and we want to make sure that Out in Tech members seeking their next opportunity are R-E-A-D-Y! Whether you’re entering the tech job market for the first time or are a seasoned professional looking for a new position, we’ve got you.

Join us on Friday, August 28 from 3-6p ET for a series of practical workshops focused on making you a stand-out candidate.

In the midst of the pandemic and economic downturn, the tech sector has been resilient with a rise of IT workforce. We’ve gathered a dozen incredible LGBTQ+ experts, including recruiters, HR and business leaders, to answer all of your questions. From knowing your rights as an employee to negotiating your salary, from tips on how to digitally network to optimizing your resume, we want you to leave those sessions feeling more confident as a candidate.

Recruiters from Snap, Verizon Media, R/GA, Flatiron Health, and many more will discuss roles available at their companies. + stick around to network with hundreds of fellow LGBTQ+ techies!

Speakers

Jerry Zen

CEO, 3DAYS

Zen is a pioneer in the field of mobile advertising. 3DAYS is the 5th company that has achieved a Fortune 500 ranking under his guidance.

Kate Welsh

VP of Sales, 3DAYS

With a decade of leadership experience at 3DAYS, Welsh oversees sales, operations, growth initiatives and strategic alliances.

Sarah Chen

CEO, AdTank

Chen is founder and CEO of AdTank, a digital advertising think tank that partners with brands to unlock consumer markets through marketing.

Jenny Grace

Founder, Target Tween

Target Tween specializes in trend forecasting and marketing strategies for the tween and teen demographics.

Forest Bello

VP, Digital Media, Clicker

As VP of Digital Media at Clicker, Bello crafts innovative and creative solutions for the digital space, specializing in minority consumers.

Amit Sands

Digital Director, Power Haus

Sands heads up a world-class team of 120, and leads digital capability and integration for a suite of 50+ corporate clients.

Vee Nguyen

Editor, Ad Market Magazine

Nguyen covers mobile news and trends for Ad Market Magazine. Her work has also appeared in The New York Times, and Wired.com.

Charlie Gaudenzi

Mobile Analyst, Mobile Arts

Mobile Arts conducts quantitative and qualitative research on mobile habits, market trends, and user needs across the globe.

Schedule

8:45 AM

Doors open

9:15 – 9:30 AM

Welcome Remarks

9:30 – 10:15 AM

The Power of Belonging

10:15 – 11:00 AM

The Power of Queer Creators

11:00 – 12:00 PM

Breakouts

12:00 – 2:00 PM

Lunch & Career Fair

2:00 – 2:45 PM

The Power of Queer Impact

2:45 – 3:15 PM

Fireside Chat

3:15 – 3:30 PM

Closing Remarks

5:00 – 8:00 PM

Celebration

What You’ll Need

Your laptop, desktop computer, or smartphone with functioning microphone, and internet (+ camera if you'd like!)

A nice quiet place to log in where you can actively speak and participate (we know it can be difficult to find a perfectly quiet spot at home, so all we ask is you do your best!)

Zoom downloaded on your computer, tablet, or phone. You can also join the link from your browser (Chrome or Edge work best).

We highly recommend using a laptop or desktop for this session since we will be using Zoom to collaborate together.

12 PM

Welcome to Out in Tech Talks | Career Edition

Andrew Lowenthal, Executive Director, Out in Tech
Oona King, VP of Diversity, Equity & Inclusion at Snap Inc.

12:15 PM

Where Are The Jobs?!

Jarvis Sam, Sr. Director, Talent Sourcing, Diversity Recruiting, and Experience COE at Nike

1:00 PM

Your Resume is a Work of Art

Avantha Arachchi, Director of Operations & Talent, Gerber Technology

2:00 PM (option 1)

Make Yourself a Unique Candidate by: Contributing to Open-Source

Anne McCarthy, Developer Relations Wrangler, Automattic

2:00 PM (option 2)

Make Yourself a Unique Candidate by: Having a Dope Personal Website

Mindy Postoff, WooCommerce Support Ninja, Automattic

3:00 PM (option 1)

Impress Your Future Boss by:

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12:00 PM

WELCOME & INTRO REMARKS

Hear from Out in Tech's Executive Director about what Pride means for the organization.

12:10 PM

WHERE ARE THE JOBS / NAVIGATING THE JOB MARKET

Find out optimal ways and tricks to look at opportunities available + how to find an LGBTQ+ friendly employer

12:30 PM

EMPLOYMENT TRENDS

Listen to an expert discuss the type of tech jobs currently in high demand and useful skills for those entering the market

1:00 PM

Your resume is a work of art

A thorough and practical Do's and Dont's when it comes to your resume by an experienced recruiter

1:30 PM

UNLOCKING LINKEDIN

A LinkedIn expert will walk you through ways to optimize your profile and leverage the platform to your advantage

2:00 PM

(NET)WORK IT

Practical tips on creating a robust professional network, leveraging your existing network, and getting referrals

2:30 PM

nailing your technical job interview

Make sure you know what to expect, manage expectations, and stand-out during your interview

3:00 PM

SPEED NETWORKING

Stick around for a series of speed networking rounds with hundreds of fellow LGBTQ+ techies 🌈

Invite a colleague. Bring a friend.

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Out in Tech

Out in Tech unites the LGBTQ+ tech community. We do this by creating opportunities for our 40,000 members to advance their careers, grow their networks, and leverage tech for social change.

Thanks to our sponsors

Thanks to our supporter

Thanks to our community partners

Confirmed Speakers

Avantha Arachchi

founder, bombshell
(she/her)

Russ Elmer

GENERAL COUNSEL
SERVICENOW
(He/HIM)

Lianna Newman

Sr. CONSULTANT &
FULL STACK DEVELOPER
BOOZ ALLEN HAMILTON

(LIANNA)

Taylor Meadows

MARKETING MANAGER, EMPLOYER INSIGHTS
indeed.com
(HE/HIM)

Michael Dumlao

Director of brand
BOOZ ALLEN HAMILTON
(He/HIM)

Ashley Siegel

Outreach manager
THE WALT DISNEY COMPANY
(she/her)

Gary Davis

INCLUSION STRATEGIST
GREENHOUSE SOFTWARE
(HE/HIM)

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What You’ll Need

Your laptop, desktop computer, or smartphone with functioning microphone, and internet (+ camera if you'd like!)

A nice quiet place to log in where you can actively speak and participate (we know it can be difficult to find a perfectly quiet spot at home, so all we ask is you do your best!)

Zoom downloaded on your computer, tablet, or phone. You can also join the link from your browser (Chrome or Edge work best).

We highly recommend using a laptop or desktop for this session since we will be using Zoom to collaborate together.

Fast and Easy

Clear your calendar - It's going down! Text Blocks kicks off on May 20th, and you're invited to take part in the festivities. Splash HQ (122 W 26th St) is our meeting spot for a night of fun and excitement. Come one, come all, bring a guest, and hang loose. This is going to be epic!

What You'll Need

Your laptop, desktop computer, or smartphone with functioning microphone, and internet (+ camera if you'd like!)

A nice quiet place to log in where you can actively speak and participate (we know it can be difficult to find a perfectly quiet spot, so just do your best!)

Zoom downloaded on your computer, tablet, or phone. You can also join the link from your browser (Chrome or Edge work best).

The rundown (ET)

3 PM

Welcome & Intro Remarks

Gary Goldman (he/him), Senior Program Director, Out in Tech

3:10 PM

Know Your Rights

Russ Elmer (he/him), Secretary/General Counsel, ServiceNow Inc
Brooklyn Wright (they/them), Director of Partnerships, Out in Tech

3:30 pm

Navigating the Job Market

Taylor Meadows (he/him), Employer Insights Marketing Manager, Indeed.com

3:50 PM

Tell Me About Yourself: Resume & LinkedIn 101

Gary Davis (he/him), Greenhouse Inclusion Strategist

4:10 PM

Working #OutHere: The Concept of Authenticity in the Job Search

Michael Dumlao (he/him), Brand Director, Booz Allen Hamilton & Lianna Newman (use Lianna), Senior Consultant, Booz Allen Hamilton

4:30 PM

Networking 101: Leveraging Your Network to Get Your Next Job

Ashley Siegel (she/her), Outreach and Engagement Manager, The Walt Disney Company

4:50 pM

Asking the Hard Questions

Avantha Arachchi (she/her), Founder, Bombshell

5:10 PM

#GetThatGig with recruiters

Hear from 10 recruiters about open roles at their respective companies

5:30 PM

Speed Networking

Meet and connect with fellow LGBTQ+ techies

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Coronavirus 2020 Update: The Out in Tech team will continue to monitor developments around COVID-19 and follow the best practices laid out by the CDC, WHO, and other relevant entities. We remain committed to communicating regularly regarding the status of the event. If you're sick on the day of the event, please stay home until you feel better.

Fast and Easy

Clear your calendar - It's going down! Text Blocks kicks off on May 20th, and you're invited to take part in the festivities. Splash HQ (122 W 26th St) is our meeting spot for a night of fun and excitement. Come one, come all, bring a guest, and hang loose. This is going to be epic!