Women
in Wireless is a non-profit organization that empowers and develops female
leaders in mobile and digital media. The organization does this by providing
inspirational panels and webinars, leadership development, mentoring and
networking. The technology industry has thought to be mostly dominated by men,
but women are doing their part to create a more diverse environment in the
world of technology. Some of the big names you think of when considering the
major pioneers of the technology industry are Bill Gates, Steve Jobs, and Mark
Zuckerberg.
Forbes
reported that, “Right now, ladies represent only eight percent of tech start-ups.”
Women in Wireless is attempting to empower women to take leadership roles and
create more job opportunities in this industry. Diana Epstein, President of
Women in Wireless, is an Account Executive at Jumptap, the largest independent
mobile advertising network. While this
organization is only 3 years old, they have secured over 5,000 members with 8
chapters all over the world.
On September 9th
to the 13th, Women in Wireless is hosting a Multi-City Event for
members and nonmembers alike.
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