In this episode of UnapologeTECH, we explore the power of community as capital with Christina Garnett—Fractional Chief Community Officer at Hey Orca, Chief Customer Officer at Numotion, author, and podcaster.

We break down how to build, nurture, and activate professional relationships to open doors, secure opportunities, and foster career growth. Christina shares her insights on why community is an undervalued asset, how women in tech and leadership can strategically expand their networks, and the key role mentorship and sponsorship play in professional success.

Tune in to learn actionable strategies for leveraging your network, avoiding common pitfalls, and creating meaningful connections that go beyond transactions. Plus, hear inspiring stories of how community transformed career paths and led to breakthrough opportunities.

Don’t miss this conversation on the power of relationships, resilience, and women supporting women in the tech industry and beyond!

Join us on UnapologeTECH as we chat with Robin Merritt, Chief People and Operations Officer at Gainsight. With a global impact spanning 16 countries and 1,500 employees, Robin shares insights on leveraging leadership privilege for inclusive change.

Discover how high performance and Human-First values coexist, as Robin discusses creating an inclusive environment and her role in founding Pulse Impact, Gainsight's social responsibility strategy. Learn from her journey as a female leader and gain actionable tips on reaching leadership positions.

This episode is a call to action for leaders to champion inclusivity, address privilege, and contribute to a workplace where everyone has equal opportunities. Tune in for an inspiring discussion on reshaping the landscape of Women's Empowerment in Tech.

This episode features Dr. Janice Z. Gassam Asare, a renowned consultant, speaker, writer, and founder of BWG Business Solutions. Join us as Dr. Janice shares insights from her extensive career in racial dialogue and expertise in diversity, equity, and inclusion. With three best-selling books, recognition as a LinkedIn Top Voice in Racial Equity, and accolades from influential organizations, Dr. Janice is a thought leader with a substantial following. In this episode, explore her journey as an African American Female Entrepreneur and gain practical strategies for breaking barriers in your own career. Subscribe now for a power-packed conversation on entrepreneurship, diversity, and success.

In this episode, join us for an insightful conversation with Whitnie (Low) Narcisse, a trailblazing woman of color who has risen to become a VC partner. Balancing the demands of venture capital with her roles as a wife, mother, and mentor, Whitnie shares her journey, shedding light on the unique challenges faced by women of color in the industry. Gain valuable insights into effective mentorship, diversity, and the art of navigating both personal and professional spheres. Tune in for an empowering discussion on resilience, authenticity, and breaking barriers in the dynamic world of venture capital. Whether you're an aspiring professional or simply seeking motivation, this episode offers a dose of wisdom and encouragement.

Join Vinay Bhagat, CEO of Trust Radius, a tech entrepreneur passionate about challenges. TrustRadius aids B2B research, accelerates sales, and fosters product excellence. Discover Vinay's insights on using his leadership for inclusive change.

Featuring Melissa Rosenthal, Chief Brand Officer Click-Up, a Forbes Cloud 100 company. Melissa shares tips on building a personal brand, the impact of AI in today's workforce, and navigating your way to success as a woman in business.

Forbes 30 under 30 honoree Ronny Ho is the head of dance and electronic development at Spotify and the founder of the company's Asian Employee Resource Group. She's worked with global music heads to launch RADAR, track IDs, and more. After the shootings in Atlanta, she built the Stop Asian Hate hub on the platform. She also co-leads the She is the Music dance committee to level the traditionally white male-dominated playing field. Ronny discusses her journey on pivoting from finance to tech, finding her voice as an Asian American woman, being honored as a Forbes 30 under 30 recipient,s and more! Tune in today to hear advice from Ronny on how to create your own path to success, her definition of authenticity and perseverance 

Tune in to today's episode to learn how to obtain your seat at the table in Silicon Valley. From Banking to Silicon Valley, Sherika shares practical advice on how to reach new heights in corporate America. Sherika Expo is a passionate leader with global human resource leadership experience and a senior advisor to C-suite executives. Demonstrated ability to design and execute industry-leading people programs, talent management strategies, and workplace diversity initiatives. A skilled facilitator and trusted advisor who provides subject matter expertise using evidence-based best practices to drive results. 

Kimberly Bryant is the Founder and CEO of ASCEND Ventures and the Founder and creator of the groundbreaking and revolutionary non-profit organization Black Girls CODE; a social change organization founded to “change the face of technology” by introducing girls of color (ages 7-17) to the field of technology and computer science with a concentration on entrepreneurial concepts. Under Kimberly's leadership, Black Girls CODE grew from a local grassroots initiative serving only the Bay Area to an international organization reaching more than 30,000 students with chapters across the U.S. and in Johannesburg, South Africa.

Kimberly has been nationally recognized as a thought leader for her work to increase opportunities for women and girls in the technology industry and has received numerous awards for her work with Black Girls CODE. Kimberly has been awarded the prestigious Jefferson Award for Community Service for her work to support communities in the Bay Area, named by Business Insider on its list of “The 25 Most Influential African-Americans in Technology”, and named to The Root 100 and the Ebony Power 100 lists in 2013. Kimberly has been named one of FastCompany’s Most Creative People. Kimberly was named a White House as a Champion of Change for her work in tech inclusion and for her focus on bridging the digital divide for girls of color and received an Ingenuity Award in Social Progress from the Smithsonian Institute.

Tune in today to hear Kimberly's Story as an African American Female Entrepreneur braking barriers and creating a better future for women of color in tech. 

Featuring Expert Elizabeth Leiba, the author of I'm Not Yelling: A Black Woman's Guide to Navigating the Workplace and top LinkedIn Voice. Tune in to an authentic conversation around mentorship, community, dealing with microaggressions, navigating the tech space as a woman of color, and overcoming racial inequality in the workplace. 

"Put yourself in an environment where at least you'll be happy." - Elizabeth Leiba. 

"I've always embodied and learned just in my personal life, and I think it applies to professional life, is you've gotta learn to leave the table when love's not being served. Nina Simone ' 

Tune in for a unique perspective on what it feels like to be black, female, and navigating the workforce.