Gathering at Grace Hopper Conference: Honoring Women in the Tech Sphere
The 2018 Grace Hopper Conference (GHC), held at the Toyota Center in Houston, Texas, marked a significant milestone as the largest gathering of women technologists in the world. Approximately 20,000 attendees from various countries flocked to the event, creating a predominantly female atmosphere that was filled with confidence and determination.
The conference featured a plethora of activities, including speeches, presentations, networking opportunities, and a large career fair. Two keynote speakers, Padmasree Warrior and Jessica O. Matthews, inspired the crowd with their stories of success and innovation.
Padmasree Warrior, a renowned figure in the technology industry, has built her career within existing business structures, taking risks and seizing opportunities. Her keynote speech was met with enthusiasm, as she encouraged young women technologists to identify needs, break barriers, and make a difference in the world.
Jessica O. Matthews, a new generation of women leaders, also delivered an inspiring speech. She represents a movement of young women technologists who are motivated to change the world with their work in technology. Her presence at the conference served as a testament to the growing influence of young women in the technology industry.
The brand names StubHub and another unspecified company were Diamond Sponsors at GHC, with a strong presence in the career fair and panels. Their booths at the career fair attracted long lines of computer scientists, data scientists, product managers, and UI designers, demonstrating the high level of interest in opportunities within the technology industry.
Grace Hopper, a prominent figure in the technology industry, once said, 'Go ahead and do it. You can always apologize later.' This quote served as an inspiration for young women technologists at the conference, encouraging them to take bold steps and challenge the status quo.
The conference was not just about empowering young women technologists; it was also about fostering a network of support. The attendees were surrounded by a large network of influential women and men who are committed to supporting the next generation of leaders in the technology industry.
The 2018 Grace Hopper Conference was more than just a gathering; it was a movement. A movement of young women technologists who are ready to change the world, one innovation at a time.
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