


Angela Ahmad
I specialize in delivering enterprise-scale systems, driving global process improvements, and leading operations teams to support technology, processes, and people. With a unique blend of experience in program management, operations, and engineering, I bridge the gap between customer needs and technical excellence.
I prioritize user engagement, agile methodologies, and building high-performing teams to solve complex challenges. Known for driving strategic initiatives, I’ve led large-scale automation, optimized operations, and influenced cross-functional teams to achieve impactful results.
Expertise:
✔ Project & Program Management | Global System & Process Delivery | P&L Management
✔ Cloud & Wireless Services | Data Centers | Retail & Digital Automation
✔ System & Data Security | Reliability Engineering | Operations Optimization
Key Achievements:
✔ Increased software deployment velocity, saving $5M annually
✔ Built a new team and passed China’s PII audit within 3 months at Amazon
✔ Automated AWS repair workflows, saving 1,750+ hours weekly
✔ Led Xfinity Mobile’s launch, scaling to 1M subscribers in 2 years
✔ Reduced device subsidies by $30M annually through process automation

Angie Calderon
I started my career in a gray cubicle but quickly realized I wanted something more dynamic. So, I took a leap into tech, drawn to its scrappy, “grow as you go” culture.
Since then, I’ve worked across recruiting, marketing, and people teams—always with a focus on creating spaces where people feel connected, seen, and valued. Whether it’s organizing events, pitching to a candidate, designing marketing content, or building employee programs, I blend creativity with purpose to create meaningful experiences that bring people together.

Beverly Keith
A dynamic entrepreneur and seasoned real estate professional with over twelve years of experience in diverse sectors, including residential, retail, and commercial, Beverly Keith currently leverages her expertise to manage Google's corporate real estate portfolio across various markets. Ms. Keith also founded the Must Love Dog Social Club, showcasing her passion for animals and her ability to blend business acumen with personal interests. An avid equestrian and sports enthusiast with a background in the hospitality industry and a hotel investor, she brings a multifaceted and driven approach to all her endeavors.

Christina Polanco
As a Product Manager, I lead strategy and innovation to build impactful technology solutions, enhancing user experiences and leveraging AI-driven products. I play a key role in improving FordPro business tools, driving product enhancements and optimizing workflows for international markets. Beyond tech, I cultivate strategic partnerships and lead community initiatives that create opportunities and meaningful connections. Passionate about creativity and storytelling, I explore the intersection of technology, digital experiences, and culture.

Courtney Walker
Courtney Walker is a Cybersecurity Product Manager, national speaker, and founder of Refined Tech Solutions, dedicated to helping women break barriers in tech and cybersecurity. With a strong background in security strategy risk and compliance, she has led cybersecurity initiatives for global enterprises and federal contracts. Now, she empowers women to leverage their transferable skills, negotiate higher salaries, and achieve career freedom within the tech industry. Passionate about mentorship, representation, and creating opportunities for underserved communities, Courtney is committed to ensuring more Black women and young girls see themselves in cybersecurity and leadership.

Cristine Jacquez
Cristine is a multi-passionate marketer with experience working across PR, influencer, experiential and advertising. Fusing her love for storytelling and content creation, Cristine spent the majority of her career developing and executing culturally relevant social-first programs for some of the world's biggest brands, such as Olay, Dove and Huggies, while advocating for diverse creators and partnerships.

Esther Owolabi
Esther Owolabi is an Education Manager on the Google philanthropy team. In her role she manages partnerships and impact investments to empower the next generation of tech innovators. Esther is passionate about expanding education opportunity for all and comes from three generations of educators. Prior to joining Google, she worked in urban education and management consulting. Esther graduated from Georgetown University (BA) and Harvard University (Ed.M). Esther enjoys hiking, solo travel, and trying Nigerian food recipes. She has lived in Washington DC for 15 years but still cheers for her hometown Chicago sports teams.

Fig O'Reilly
Fionnghuala "Fig" O'Reilly is a TV correspondent for CBS's award-winning STEM series Mission Unstoppable with Miranda Cosgrove. The Irish-American beauty pageant titleholder made history as the first woman of color to win Miss Universe Ireland. A former NASA Datanaut, Fig is also a graduate of The George Washington University, where she earned a Bachelor of Science degree in Systems Engineering. In 2023, she received the Trailblazer Award at the Diversity in Tech Awards. A passionate advocate for women in STEM, Fig is also a mentor and the founder of Space to Reach, an organization dedicated to closing the opportunity gap for women in STEM.
Fig O'Reilly
CBS Mission Impossible Show
CBS Correspondent
Former: NASA Datanaut, Miss Universe Ireland 2019

Ifeoluwa Ogunbufunmi
Ifeoluwa Ogunbufunmi is a globally recognized Startup Strategist, Venture Coach, and Expert Adviser with nearly a decade of experience driving innovation and scale across Africa, Europe, the Middle East, and North America.
As the Founder and Chief Strategist of SWIF, she has advised 200+ founders across 23 countries, including high-growth startups, helping them unlock market penetration, investor readiness, and go-to-market strategies.
She supports founders with all things strategic including: ideation, product-market fit, step-by-step strategy & implementation strategies, go-to-market strategy, pitch readiness, customer acquisition & retention plans, winning investment strategies, and building strong personal brands, to launch and scale high-potential startups.
With an MBA from the University of Oxford and top awards including the UK Global Talent Award and the Top 100 African Entrepreneurs in the UK, Ifeoluwa is a sought-after expert in startup ecosystems.
Her expertise in community building and ecosystem partnerships has made her a trusted advisor for African founders seeking to leverage global networks for mentorship, partnerships, and scaling.
In February, she spoke at LEAP25 in Saudi Arabia, the Middle East’s largest tech conference, sharing the stage with CEOs from IBM, Microsoft, Antler, and Google Cloud.
She’s a global entrepreneurship speaker, leading expert sessions for Barclays Eagle Labs UK, IFC She Wins Africa, Stanford University, Founder Institute, Imperial College London, Techscaler by the Scottish Government and Lagos Innovates.
*My Superpower*: Once I hear an idea, my brain automatically starts to think of how to make it a million-dollar business!! 💰💰💰

Jasmine Lawrence Campbell
Jasmine Lawrence Campbell serves as a Staff Technical Product Manager at Aescape, where she builds cutting-edge massage robots. She's a Forbes 30 Under 30 honoree, Inc. Magazine Top 100 Female Founder, and an alumna of Google, Meta, and Microsoft. At 13, she founded EDEN BodyWorks, a natural hair and body care brand, and scaled it into a global success. Jasmine holds degrees from Georgia Tech and the University of Washington and is passionate about mentorship, STEM advocacy, and leveraging technology to improve our everyday lives.

Katelyn Jackson Nnake
My personal and professional mantra is to be salt and light. I’m passionate about driving social impact and cultivating community through corporate resource. The work that I do creates a virtuous value cycle. My love language is words of affirmation and show love to a network of women every March with daily sisterhood month emails.

Kia Beckford
Kia Beckford is an accomplished HR Leader in the tech industry, currently leading the Talent Development function at Whatnot. Throughout her dynamic career in human resources, she has been a trusted coach and advisor to executives across leading start-ups and established companies such as Whatnot, GitHub, SimilarWeb, Twitter, and Procter & Gamble. Her expertise includes scaling HR functions, coaching senior leaders, designing impactful development programs, and spearheading global diversity, equity, & inclusion initiatives. Kia holds an M.A. in Social-Organizational Psychology from Teachers College, Columbia University.

LaDavia Drane
LaDavia Drane serves as the Director of Enterprise Solutions at Amazon, where she focuses on inclusive employee experiences for Amazon’s more than 1.5 million employees. Her mission focuses on leveraging Amazon’s culture of innovation to create global positive impact for employees, customers and communities.
LaDavia began her career as a lawyer at Ulmer & Berne LLP in Cleveland. Driven to create broader change, she relocated to Washington, D.C., launching a distinguished career in politics and public policy.
On Capitol Hill, Drane held several key positions, including Chief of Staff, Legislative Director, Executive Director for the Congressional Black Caucus, and Director of Federal and Regional Affairs for DC Mayor Muriel Bowser. She later served as the Director of African American Outreach and Deputy Director of Congressional Affairs for Secretary Hillary Clinton's 2016 presidential campaign.
Early in her Amazon career, she served as Senior Manager for Amazon's U.S. Public Policy and Amazon Web Services’s Director of DEI.
Drane's commitment to community service mirrors her professional dedication. Her board memberships include the Congressional Black Caucus, the Martin Luther King, Jr. Memorial, and the Center of Science and Industry. She’s also been recognized by a number of organizations on top 100 lists and honored by several national and global organizations for her commitment to service and the community.

Logan White
As a Communications Manager at LinkedIn, Logan harnesses her storytelling prowess and strategic media relations skills to create economic opportunity for every member of the global workforce. Logan is also a co-lead for the DC office’s Black Inclusion Group at LinkedIn, driving initiatives that foster diversity, inclusion and belonging within the organization.
In addition to her work at LinkedIn, Logan serves as an Event Communications Consultant for The Greater Washington Urban League, where she helps amplify the organization’s local impact in the DC area, including notable media coverage in DC press outlets.
Outside of her corporate work, Logan serves as the PR/Marketing Chair of Thursday Network, the young professionals affiliate of the Greater Washington Urban League, and continues to drive initiatives that have earned coverage in prominent local DC media, helping elevate the group's work in community service and advocacy. She is also the PR Chair for The Beauty of Our Wellness, a charitable organization dedicated to producing wellness and visual arts fundraising events aimed at addressing health disparities, particularly Black women dealing with uterine fibroids. Logan is especially proud to have showcased the organization's work on Good Morning America.
A proud member of Alpha Kappa Alpha Sorority, Incorporated, Logan contributes to the organization’s legacy of leadership, scholarship, sisterhood, and service. Logan graduated Summa Cum Laude from Howard University in 2018.

Na'Kia Channey
Na'kia is a visionary leader in the tech industry as an AI Product Marketing Manager at Google. She is driven by a powerful mission: to advance technologies that positively impact billions of lives worldwide. Na'kia's influence extends far beyond her role at Google. She was prominently featured in Diversity Woman Media, one of its youngest ever, for her insightful work on Gen-Z and the power of cross-generational DEI initiatives. In 2023, she was inducted into the prestigious Leading Women Defined Foundation. In her spare time, she fearless globetrotter — 22 countries and counting — Na'kia is a passionate advocate for women's empowerment, inspiring women to embrace solo travel and define life on their own terms.

Nneka Ukpai
Nneka Ukpai is the Chief Growth Officer at Pop Venture, a televised investing show that brings private investment opportunities to all of America through multimedia distribution. Nneka is focused on funding and scaling early growth companies, and helping all of America participate in the financial upside. Prior to Pop Venture, Nneka helped IPO tech unicorn Better and spent a decade as a corporate defense attorney doing global anti-bribery, anti-corruption, and anti-money laundering for Fortune 100 corporations. Nneka is passionate about giving back and does so through her mentorship non-profit the Black BigLaw Pipeline, through board service to innovative companies like Laxxon Medical, and by teaching the next generation of advocates at Harvard Law School every fall.

Oru Wonodi
Oru Wonodi is a Senior Program Manager at Amazon's Seller Partner Services, combining 6.5 years of expertise in tech, operations, and delivery logistics with over a decade of experience in fashion design, event production, and marketing. Her exceptional ability to drive business outcomes has led to securing over $440 million in funding for transformative programs that improved employee retention, established development processes, and enhanced diverse talent acquisition.
Her notable achievements include leading the BEN Mental Health Series, which attracted more than 1,600 participants, and managing the Creative Department for Hanifa's Vogue-featured Bridal show. A sought-after speaker, Oru has presented at the 2024 Techsgiving Summit and Amazon's Represent the Future Summit in 2022, sharing insights on personal branding, small business development, and navigating career growth in tech spaces.
A graduate of the Robert H. Smith School of Business at the University of Maryland College Park, Oru holds degrees in Business Management with an Entrepreneurship Concentration, International Business, and Spanish Language Business and Culture, complemented by a Certificate in Women's Entrepreneurship from Cornell University.
Throughout her Amazon career, Oru has been an active leader in the Black Employee Network (BEN), serving in various leadership roles including president, vice president, and communications lead. She currently serves as BEN DMV's Assistant Events Director, demonstrating her ongoing commitment to diversity and inclusion in the workplace.
Her unique blend of corporate and entrepreneurial experience makes her an invaluable voice for professionals bridging creative industries and technical operations.
Oru Wonodi
Amazon Seller Partner Services
Sr. Program Manager - Internal and External Engagement and Events

Stacey EV Wood Jackson
Stacey is a former U.S. Diplomat who transitioned to tech nearly 10 years ago. In that time she has had a successful career at both Amazon and Google helping small businesses and startups deliver innovative technology to the public sector. Most recently, Stacey has taken on a new position as Google Cloud Account Director to the United Nations and World Bank; she is incredibly excited to partner with these esteemed multilateral organizations and assist with their adoption of transformative technology.

Tamar Nisbett
Tamar's passion lies at the intersection of media, technology, and monetization, where the world is becoming more connected as you read this. She works in spaces that both bring content to life and ensure creators know their worth and are paid fairly. Currently leading product strategy at Character.AI, Tamar has also worked on gen AI strategy and content strategy at Netflix and YouTube. She has a BA in Comparative Literature from Columbia University and an MBA from Stanford.

Tyra Carroll
I am an Attorney Advisor and Public Safety Communications Program Counsel with NTIA--an agency principally responsible for advising the Presidency on telecommunications and information policy. I attended the University of Miami Herbert Business School and the University of Florida College of Law. In 2022, I was nominated to the National Black Lawyers Top 40 under 40. I have experience counseling clients on technology, privacy, cybersecurity, and internet issues, and I have a consultant company where I advise clients on legal and digital marketing matters.

Whitney Millegan
Whitney Millegan is a strategic leader with expertise spanning digital strategy, healthcare, and scaled operations. She has driven transformation across sectors, from optimizing global operations at Meta to shaping healthcare strategy for former clients at Deloitte. Now leading internal AI governance at ICF, she ensures responsible and effective technology adoption within the organization. With an MBA from Emory University, Whitney is committed to leveraging business and technology to drive meaningful, future-focused impact.

Yasmin Abdi
Yasmin Abdi is a visionary cybersecurity leader reshaping digital security. As Founder and CEO of noHack, she leverages her experience at Google, Meta, and Snapchat to tackle the industry’s toughest challenges with cutting-edge solutions. Named Loudoun County’s Innovator of the Year 2024, she is a dynamic global speaker and advocate, inspiring audiences on emerging technologies, innovation, and the future of cybersecurity. Previously, she played a key role in scaling startup Meemo to its successful acquisition by Coinbase. Under her leadership, noHack has become a trusted force in safeguarding technology and building a more secure digital world.

"Visibility creates opportunity. My mission is to ensure that people, stories, and communities that deserve to be seen and heard never go unnoticed and have access to the resources and support they need to thrive"
- Logan White
Product Communications Manager