Women in Leadership League – WILL Conference
I learned a lot about leadership, career development, and how important it is to stay true to your own values when working in a corporate setting. In her talk, Ms. Mendoza talked about her experiences as a woman of color working in tech. She stressed the importance of having role models and mentors and keeping true to your mission. I also learned how to network strategically and how different points of view can help both individual growth and the culture of a company. The break-out sessions let me talk to mentors, ask them questions, and learn more about the different career paths.
As a Management Information Systems major, this event directly connects to my interest in combining technology, leadership, and social impact. Learning from leaders like Hydra Mendoza helps me understand how companies like Salesforce integrate strategic relationship-building with community values. Networking with mentors also helped me understand the skills and mindsets valued in tech-related careers, aligning with my goal of working in a company that embraces innovation, collaboration, and continuous learning.