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Empowering Women in Tech - Panel & Luncheon
Join us for a Powerful Conversation on Advancing Access and Innovation in Austin’s Tech Workforce
"Increasing Women in Tech: Building an Inclusive Workforce Through Career-Focused, Flexible Education"
When: Tuesday, June 24, 2025, 12:00 Noon
Where: The Cathedral, 2403 E. 16th Street, Austin, TX 78702 – Lunch provided
Hosted by Western Governors University (WGU), this event brings together leaders from tech companies, women-in-tech organizations, chambers of commerce, and advocacy groups to:
- Address urgent workforce gaps in Texas and beyond
- Explore barriers and solutions for women in tech
- Spotlight flexible, affordable education pathways that support working learners
- Launch the Austin Women in Tech Impactors Network
Featured segments include: Data insights on tech labor trends; Panel discussion with industry and community leaders; Presentation of WGU’s competency-based education model; Networking and partnership-building session.
Please RSVP by Friday, June 13
We hope you’ll join us in driving meaningful, collaborative action for a more inclusive tech future.
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