20 April 2023 - WomenTech Network, in partnership with Rakuten, will host Women in Tech Toronto event on May 11 at Rakuten’s office, 150 John St., 5th Floor, Toronto. The event will bring together women from all levels of the tech industry to share their experiences, challenges, and successes in a supportive and inclusive environment.
"We are thrilled to partner with Rakuten to create this opportunity for women in the tech industry to connect, learn, and inspire one another," said Anna Radulovski, Founder of WomenTech Network. "We hope that attendees will leave with new insights and a sense of empowerment to break through the barriers and excel in their careers.
“We are thrilled to partner with WomenTech Network for this event in Toronto," said Elayne Miles, SVP of Business Operations at Rakuten Kobo. "At Rakuten Kobo, we are committed to fostering an inclusive work culture that values diversity and promotes equality. We believe in creating an environment where diverse perspectives and experiences can come together to drive innovation and progress. We are looking forward to engaging with the community, building meaningful relationships, and supporting the advancement of women in tech."
The event will feature a panel discussion with Elyse Clement (Director, Product), Alyssa Andino (Product Manager, Apps), Yesha Modi (QA Lead),Stephanie Hosang (Data Science Manager), Wendy Reid (Accessibility & Publishing Standards Lead). Attendees will also have the opportunity to network and connect with other women in the industry.
Persons interested in attending can register for the event at /en-ca/women-in-tech-toronto
With hundreds of events organized, Ambassadors across all continents, WomenTech Network has targeted Toronto as a hub to connect women in tech at any stage of their career wanting to share experiences, inspiring speakers, leading tech firms, and innovative startups that make it their mission to drive positive change and foster cultures of diversity, inclusion & belonging.
Rakuten, a Japanese e-commerce giant, has been a strong advocate for empowering women in the tech industry. They have been actively promoting gender diversity and inclusivity in their workplace and have implemented various initiatives to support women in tech. Some of these initiatives include providing opportunities for women to network with other women in tech, sponsoring events that promote female leadership, and implementing maternity and paternity leave policies that go beyond the legal minimum. Furthermore, Rakuten encourages female employees to take on leadership roles through their "Women in Leadership" program, which helps women advance their careers within the company. Through these efforts, Rakuten is driving change in the tech industry and paving the way for a more diverse and inclusive workforce.
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About WomenTech Network
WomenTech Network is the world's leading community for women in tech with more than 7,000 Global Ambassadors representing 172 countries. 70,000 tech leaders have collaborated with the network to date in order to cultivate a diverse global network that reaches 3.5 million people. WomenTech Network strives to empower women in tech through leadership development, professional growth, and mentorship programs. WomenTech Network hosts regular career networking events and a global tech conference for members to connect with like-minded professionals and learn about job opportunities at leading companies that value diversity.
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About Rakuten
Rakuten is a global tech company that empowers people and society through innovation. Its internet services span e-commerce, digital content, communications, and financial technology, bringing the joy of discovery to millions of users across the globe.
