Send us a textWhat does it take to thrive as a technologist in today’s rapidly evolving landscape? My guest, Bobby Kingsberry II, a seasoned Technology & Cybersecurity Leader, began his journey in a humble data entry role and worked his way up by seizing opportunities and taking calculated risks. In this episode, he shares invaluable strategies for career growth, highlights the resilience needed to overcome challenges (like limited diversity in the workplace), and offers insights on stayi...

Send us a textIn this episode, we dive into Monet’s remarkable career journey filled with pivots, self-reflection, and resilience. She opens up about how leveraging her network, seeking feedback, and honing her unique skill set – her "secret sauce" – have been crucial in each transition. Listen in as she shares practical tips for identifying and communicating your professional value, using self-reflection to guide career moves, and overcoming personal challenges like depression along the way....

Send us a text🚀 Listen in for an Engaging Live Panel Discussion! 🚀 where we tackled your burning questions about navigating careers in technology!Joined by two previous guests of the podcast, Arpita Ghandi and Dr Michelle Rencher, both tenured members of the profession with amazing career journeys and tons of insightful perspectives.Our expert panelists shared insights on:Getting into tech fieldsOvercoming imposter syndromeNetworking strategiesManaging work-life balanceAnd much more!Find us o...

Send us a textIn this episode I talk about the feelings of discouragement and disillusionment that many of you may be experiencing in your tech careers. Understanding that the journey is rarely straightforward; it’s filled with twists and turns that can leave you feeling lost.I’ll explore how to shift your perspective by reflecting on your achievements and recognizing that success is not just about the destination but also about the journey itself. It's okay to feel disillusioned, but it's cr...

Send us a textIn this episode, I sit down with Shondalyn Smith, an inspiring Black Woman in Tech with a Bachelor's in Computer Science and a Master's in Cybersecurity. Shondalyn’s passion for technology sparked in her pre-teen years, thanks to a peer role model, and her journey since has been nothing short of awe-inspiring. Coming from humble beginnings, Shondalyn leveraged hard work, dedication, and a strategic mindset to seize every opportunity that came her way.Our conversation dives ...

Send us a textIn this episode, I sit down with Rochelle Jones, a seasoned tech professional with over 20 years of experience across industries such as software application support, solutions engineering, and vendor management. With a background in marketing and a career journey that defies convention, Rochelle's story highlights the power of self-awareness, continuous personal development, and an authentic presence in navigating a successful and sustainable tech career.We dive deep into ...

Send us a textIf you do a quick Google or LinkedIn search you’ll find burnout trending among those in our profession. In this solo episode, I dive deep into Burnout, what it is and some strategies for mitigating this occupational phenomenon many of us experience and I share my own burnout story with you as well. Are you burned out? What does burnout look like for you?Are you a Woman of Color battling burnout, seeking renewed energy, and craving focused engagement with like-minded professional...

Send us a textI really wanted to experiment with AI on this episode with the idea of using an AI voice generator to interview me but it became a barrier to completion. So here we go, I’m interviewing myself, responding to some of the questions I ask my guests. I lovingly recall the cultural shocks I experienced as I moved from the USA back home to the Bahamas and then back to the USA. Note: I recorded this episode in late June shortly before I announced my change in job status...

Send us a Text Message.This episode we’re joined by Lynne Lucas, a Technical Program Manager with a diverse and progressive multi decade career. Lynne’s career path, that includes mostly fortune 100 companies, started unconventionally when she was working as an office manager and has grown steadily from software developer to where she is today. Lynn and I go deep into the challenges of being a Black Woman in a male dominated field along with some practical advice on navigating those cha...

Send us a Text Message.This episode we welcome David Harrison to the virtual stage. Coming from humble beginnings to holding positions at the highest level of Tech such as director, CTO, and managing director, David has an extensive Tech career. With a keen eye for Technology trends and start-ups, David shares with us his wealth of knowledge, learning and experiences because he believes and lives by the mandate to “Be Present”. Be present day-to-day, be present and aware of your e...

Send us a Text Message.Meet O. Fernando Almanza, the mentor / manager / coach I’ve talked about many times on this podcast. A strategic leader who believes in investing in and empowering teams, allowing them to shine. Fernando shares with us some of his core values and tenets that have driven his dynamic, successful career including reciprocal relationship building, strategic thinking, cross-functional exposure, self-assessment, and risk assessment/management. Join me and my “forever” m...

Send us a Text Message.Join us on this episode as we Journey Beyond the Code with Lovell Saunders, fellow Bahamian, Morgan State Alum and Electrical Engineering major.His career journey has been unexpected and full of possibilities. When Lovell finished high school, it was the happiest day of his life and he had zero desire to go to college. Decades later, Lovell has a BSc in Electrical Engineering, multiple Masters degrees, certifications, a business owner for 15 years and now returned...

Send us a Text Message.In this episode, I talk with my long-time, dear friend, Abby Knowles about how being an immigrant to the US, leaving the safety net of family and community, has made her scrappy in personal and professional life. Valedictorian of our Engineering class, Abby is now Vice President Global Technology Solutions at Verizon Wireless. Abby shares with us how patience and “farming” play a role in career change, progression and advancement. Listen in to how Abby took advant...

Send us a Text Message.Senior Director of NextGen Technologies at Northrop Grumman, Double Engineering Degrees (Bachelor’s and Masters), Trinidadian-born and grown, with a passion for DEI and giving back to the next generation through mentorship and sponsorship, Kerron Duncan has led teams of hundreds to thousands. In University, he considered switching his concentration to Art! Listen in to hear:How to navigate what Kerron calls, “Disruptors”, along your career journey. ...

Send us a Text Message. On this episode I’m solo dolo, introducing to some and reacquainting others with my career journey and story.  I’m coming to you this episode with my take on pivoting, navigating change, transition, self-awareness, my dreams, my disappointments and how they all played together to bring me to where and who I am today, including starting this podcast for you, my dear listeners. Find me on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/dawnbutler1/ Hey there, tech enthusiasts! If...

Meet Dr Michelle Simone Rencher, organizational & cultural change manager;  a transformational leader who believes that culture is key to implementing any organizational strategy. Her professional super power is REINVENTION and her career story truly reflects this.  Hear about her personal “Hidden Figures” moment so pivotal in her career trajectory, where she was the only woman working at a manufacturing plant that had no women’s restroom and no uniforms made for her stature.  Dr Michelle...

An amazing human being, mother of two and Cybersecurity Professional, Arpita, is truly a “good seed” as I like to say. You will hear how challenges of immigration took her career through twists and turns she didn’t plan for, but relying on her personal philosophies of “never quit” and “take one step at a time”, she has successfully pivoted and transitioned in her career.  Grateful to her family, teachers and mentors and all those who took a chance on her, Arpita, believes that respect is a...

Welcome to the Bytes, Bits & Brilliance: Journeys Beyond the Code. We will have intimate and candid conversations that will explore the triumphs and challenges faced by minority women and men who are veterans in the field. Journey with us, beyond the code, to find out what motivates and keeps them going Hey there, tech enthusiasts! If you've been enjoying our podcast and finding value in the insights shared, we'd love your support in spreading the word. Simply take a moment to share this...

With an 18 year career in Tech and Cybersecurity, Augustine Boateng started on the Helpdesk and currently has the position of Deputy CIO at the City of Memphis. In 7 years Augustine’s career has skyrocketed!  From the day we met seven years ago, he has been on a constant upward trajectory.  Focused and goal-oriented, a coach and conscious leader, he invests tremendously in continuous learning and believes strongly in determination and being prepared are keys to success. Thank you for...

He helped me get my first job then I sat in his cubicle for the first few months on that job. A dynamic, emotionally intelligent leader, his professional superpower is a “creator influencer”. I introduce to some and reacquaint others with Mr Marcliff Fountaine.  With an over 30 year career in Technology, Marcliff is currently a Senior Director of Infrastructure and Operations and believes a key to career longevity and fulfillment in our Tech profession is knowing oneself and one’s purpose and...