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IWD 2021: 8x8 manager on nurturing female talent
Unified Communications

IWD 2021: 8x8 manager on nurturing female talent

The most important thing is having a long-term commitment to investing in staff, writes 8x8 channel enablement manager for ANZ Sophia Demetriades.

By Staff Writer • 4 min read • Tue, 9th Mar 2021
IWD 2021: Achievers manager on a diversity gaps in leadership
International Women's Day

IWD 2021: Achievers manager on a diversity gaps in leadership

Workplace culture, diversity in leadership, and equal pay are vital to attract more women to STEM, says Achievers manager Emma Harvie.

By Staff Writer • 3 min read • Tue, 9th Mar 2021
IWD 2021: Nintex director on challenging gender norms in IT
Application Performance Monitoring

IWD 2021: Nintex director on challenging gender norms in IT

The IT industry needs to show more interest and provide pathways for women to enter, says Nintex director for field marketing, Eileen Tan.

By Staff Writer • 5 min read • Mon, 8th Mar 2021
IWD 2021: Snowflake manager on improving female representation in IT
Data Analytics

IWD 2021: Snowflake manager on improving female representation in IT

The IT industry needs to attract more women. There's a legacy of poor representation and a need to reposition technology careers.

By Staff Writer • 4 min read • Mon, 8th Mar 2021
IWD 2021: What does the IT industry need to do to attract more women in the years ahead?
International Women's Day

IWD 2021: What does the IT industry need to do to attract more women in the years ahead?

IT industry needs to promote tech roles, increase work placements & provide equal opportunities for women, says report. #WomeninTech #STEM.

By Renata Bastalic • 4 min read • Fri, 5th Mar 2021
IWD 2021: Zscaler manager on how to get more women into Australia's IT industry
Zscaler

IWD 2021: Zscaler manager on how to get more women into Australia's IT industry

IT industry must offer more role models, mentorship programs, and internship opportunities to attract and retain women. #WomenInTech #Diversity.

By Staff Writer • 4 min read • Fri, 5th Mar 2021

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IWD 2021: Barracuda manager on promoting a 'diversity of thought'
Firewalls

IWD 2021: Barracuda manager on promoting a 'diversity of thought'

Women can be and are leaders, but they may not fit into a male legacy management style, writes Barracuda territory manager for ANZ Angelina Liu.

By Staff Writer • 3 min read • Tue, 9th Mar 2021
IWD 2021: Cohesity manager on how to better mentor women in IT
International Women's Day

IWD 2021: Cohesity manager on how to better mentor women in IT

Companies and governments must invest in STEM education to attract more women to the IT industry, says Cohesity's Cathy Conroy.

By Staff Writer • 2 min read • Tue, 9th Mar 2021
IWD 2021: Talend CISO on empowering women in the workplace
International Women's Day

IWD 2021: Talend CISO on empowering women in the workplace

Lack of workforce diversity in the IT industry needs to be acknowledged and addressed head-on to attract more women.

By Staff Writer • 5 min read • Mon, 8th Mar 2021
IWD 2021: Ping Identity manager on women in the cybersecurity industry
International Women's Day

IWD 2021: Ping Identity manager on women in the cybersecurity industry

The cybersecurity industry needs to change perceptions to attract more women, according to Ping Identity marketing manager Vivienne Horsfall.

By Nick Forrester • 4 min read • Mon, 8th Mar 2021
IWD 2021: Turnitin director on incentivising diverse staff
International Women's Day

IWD 2021: Turnitin director on incentivising diverse staff

Companies need to provide fair and equitable pay and roles for women, writes Turnitin director of academic partnerships Anna Borek.

By Staff Writer • 2 min read • Mon, 8th Mar 2021
IWD 2021: Making the tech sector more diverse by making it relatable
Health Technologies

IWD 2021: Making the tech sector more diverse by making it relatable

Gender diversity remains a problem in Australia's tech sector, but to stay competitive, diversity and inclusion must be prioritised.

By Renee Dvir • 6 min read • Mon, 8th Mar 2021
IWD 2021: Cohesity manager on what organisations can do to support womens' careers
International Women's Day

IWD 2021: Cohesity manager on what organisations can do to support womens' careers

The IT industry needs to create sponsorship programs and offer financial support for childcare to attract more women, says Cohesity manager.

By Staff Writer • 4 min read • Mon, 8th Mar 2021
IWD 2021: LogRhythm VP on recognising the skills women bring to the table
Security Information and Event Management

IWD 2021: LogRhythm VP on recognising the skills women bring to the table

The IT industry needs to take a deliberate, top-down approach to attract more women and ensure gender diversity, says Joanne Wong from LogRhythm.

By Staff Writer • 5 min read • Mon, 8th Mar 2021
IWD 2021: Forbury manager on bringing more women into the IT industry
International Women's Day

IWD 2021: Forbury manager on bringing more women into the IT industry

The IT industry can do more to attract women by recasting what is meant by 'IT', showing opportunities, and highlighting women in leadership roles.

By Staff Writer • 3 min read • Mon, 8th Mar 2021
IWD 2021: BlackLine VP on empowering employees in a diverse workplace
BlackLine

IWD 2021: BlackLine VP on empowering employees in a diverse workplace

The IT industry needs to change its approach to attract more women, says BlackLine regional VP, Claudia Pirko.

By Staff Writer • 3 min read • Fri, 5th Mar 2021
IWD 2021: Site24x7-ManageEngine director on women in the IT industry
ManageEngine

IWD 2021: Site24x7-ManageEngine director on women in the IT industry

IT industry must offer equal career opportunities and foster learning for women. Trust and ownership are key. #WomenInTech #Diversity.

By Staff Writer • 3 min read • Fri, 5th Mar 2021

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