Ashley Russell M.S. Ed. is the Lead Technology Instructor for Year Up, where he oversees the continued development of IT curriculum, as well as the Founder and CEO of Ashtech Wisdom, a company dedicated to providing quality services across the IT spectrum.   

During Sip 5, he provides information pertaining to the businesses that he's connected to as well as his path towards a career in technology. Mr. Russell also addresses diversity issues in technology and provides tips for women and black professionals who face challenges when seeking entrance into this career space. In addition, he provides methods for company leaders to take action in improving these issues.