Session: Harnessing the Power of 'Us': Proven Strategies for Women to Thrive in Tech
Women in tech often navigate unique challenges, from being underrepresented in meetings to feeling isolated in male-dominated spaces. But the power to foster belonging starts with you.
This program goes beyond the surface-level discussions of workplace culture to provide practical, research-backed strategies you can implement immediately—no need to wait for leadership to act. Learn how to create an environment where women feel heard, valued, and supported, using Wendy’s Energy of Belonging© framework and research-backed behaviors that drive belonging.
Discover how small, intentional actions—from amplifying each other’s voices to creating psychologically safe spaces—can transform team dynamics and help women in tech thrive. Whether you’re an individual contributor, manager, or executive, you have the power to build a workplace where everyone belongs.
Bio
Wendy Gates Corbett, CPTD, is an adjunct professor of leadership at Duke University's graduate engineering programs, author, belonging researcher, and keynote speaker. Her work has reached more than 175,000 people worldwide. Her bestselling book, The Energy of Belonging: 75 Ideas to Spark Workplace Community, is based on her research and was published in January 2024. The passion she has for belonging is fueled by her story as a biracial adopted child.