What we’re about
Madison Women in Tech is a supportive, inclusive community of women and gender nonbinary folks working or interested in technology, from designers to programmers to recruiters to students. Through regular events and a digital newsletter, we empower and elevate women and enbys in Madison’s tech scene.
View our website here! https://madisonwomen.tech
Sign up for our semi-monthly newsletter, featuring community events, WiT news, volunteer opportunities and job openings. Follow us on Twitter at @Madison_WiT and find us on Facebook.
WHO CAN ATTEND OUR EVENTS?
Any woman or nonbinary person interested in or working in technology is welcome at ALL of our events. (To be extra clear, "women" includes both trans and cis women. 🏳️🌈)
Men are welcome at most of our events, but not all; occasionally, we host events that are specifically for women and nonbinary folks. In either case, we strive to make it crystal clear in the event description.
Still unsure if it's appropriate for you to attend? Feel free to shoot us an email at admin@madisonwomen.tech and double-check (we're very nice ❤️).
ACCESSIBILITY / INCLUSION
With rare exceptions, all our in-person events are hosted at accessible locations near multiple public transportation options; we also work to have gender neutral bathrooms available at every in-person event. When food is involved, we make sure to have vegan and gluten-free items available.
CHILDREN
We aren't often able to provide dedicated childcare, and some of our events might not be appropriate for children (depending on their age), but we encourage you to bring your children if it would otherwise be a barrier from you attending (or if you think they'd enjoy the event!).
CODE OF CONDUCT
Madison Women in Tech deliberately curates spaces for and by women and nonbinary folks. At in-person and virtual events where men are invited to attend, they are expected to listen, and not center themselves or their experiences.
All attendees, at both in-person and virtual events, agree to adhere to the Madison Women in Tech code of conduct.
INTERESTED IN BEING A SPONSOR?
Learn more about different options for sponsorship on our website! https://sponsorship.madisonwomen.tech
Upcoming events (4+)
See all- HYBRID PRESENTATION: What recruiters look for in a tech resume!Madison Public Library: Pinney Branch, Madison, WI
NOTE: This event will be both in-person AND online via zoom, to support the convenience of all of our members. ❤️
Join Madison Women in Tech for a presentation on what tech recruiters look for in a resume. All experience levels welcome!
This event is open to all genders :) Thanks to Pinney Library for hosting us!
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ABOUT
Are you a tech professional aiming for your next exciting opportunity? This insightful talk pulls back the curtain on what really catches a tech recruiter's eye. We'll dive into the key elements of a compelling resume, revealing the specific skills, experiences, and formatting that make your application stand out in a competitive market. Learn how to effectively showcase your technical prowess, quantify your achievements, and tailor your resume to land that dream interview. Don't let your skills go unnoticed – discover the recruiter-approved formula for a winning tech resume!
THE SPEAKER
With 15 years of experience as a technical recruiter in the tech industry, Rachael Solorzano, Manager of Talent Acquisition at nvisia has built her career around a deep-rooted passion for people. At the heart of her work is the belief that our jobs shape every part of our lives and finding the right match between a person and a role can make all the difference. I’m driven by the human connection in recruiting: the one-on-one conversations, the stories shared, and the privilege of helping someone step into a new chapter of their career. For Rachael, recruiting is more than filling roles — it’s about reading between the lines of résumés, understanding team dynamics, and navigating the intersection of technology and people. She is driven by the belief that a well-matched role can transform not just careers, but lives.
SCHEDULE
In-person: Feel free to arrive anytime between 6:00 and 6:30pm
Online: The Zoom room will open up a few minutes before 6:30pm.The presentation will begin at 6:30pm.
TRANSPORTATION / PARKING
Pinney Library is located at 516 Cottage Grove Road. We will be in Community Room B.
By car
The library parking lot is behind library. There is also limited street parking in front of the library.
By bus
The following bus lines come within a few blocks:
C, L, G, 38, 61By bike
There are bike racks behind the library
Nearby bike routes:- Capital City Trail
ZOOM
Zoom URL for this event will be shared day-of.
Zoom is a free video-conferencing platform, with mobile and desktop apps. Learn more about installing and using it here: https://support.zoom.us/hc/en-us/articles/201362033-Getting-Started-on-Windows-and-MacACCESSIBILITY / INCLUSION
All genders are welcome.
In-Person: Pinney Library is wheelchair accessible. We will be in Community Room B.
Online: Zoom offers a variety of accessibility-oriented features, including:
- Keyboard accessibility
- Screen reader support
Learn more: https://zoom.us/accessibility
If you have an accessibility concern, we encourage you to reach out directly via admin@madisonwomen.tech.
CODE OF CONDUCT
While this event is open to all genders, Madison Women in Tech deliberately curates spaces (both online and offline) for and by women and nonbinary folks. Men who attend are expected to listen, and not center themselves or their experiences.
All attendees agree to adhere to the Madison Women in Tech code of conduct: http://coc.madisonwomen.tech
- ONLINE Panel: UX in the AI EraLink visible for attendees
Madison Women in Tech is hosting a panel discussion about UX (User Experience) in this AI (Artificial Intelligence) era. If you’re curious about how to design intuitive, ethical and human-centered experience in this AI age, we'd love to have you join this free event.
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ABOUT
Artificial intelligence is rapidly transforming how we interact with technology. As UX professionals, how do we design intuitive, ethical, and human-centered experiences in this new era? This dynamic panel brings together leading UX thinkers to explore the challenges and opportunities of designing for powered products and services both with AI and sans AI. We'll delve into topics like designing for trust and transparency, creating seamless human-software interactions, addressing bias and accessibility, and envisioning the future of user experience in an increasingly intelligent world. Join us to gain invaluable insights and practical strategies for navigating the exciting frontier of UX in the age of AI.Panelists
- Danielle Henry, Senior UX Architect, nvisia
- Danielle has been in love with tech since the days of floppy disks and MS-DOS. Classically trained in marketing, she loves playing fairy godmother, making users’ (and clients’) dreams come true in the form of usable digital solutions, as she works hard to make others' work life easier. Currently a Sr UX Architect, she has been a part of the UX Practice at nvisia since 2020, serving a broad range of industries including manufacturing, logistics, banking, home mortgage, and more. Prior to her time at nvisia, she held numerous roles in customer service, event management, marketing, operations, hospitality, content development, web design, project management, and more - always operating from an empathetic human-first approach
- Shauna Fowler, UX Architect, nvisia
- Shauna has worn a lot of hats throughout the course of her UI/UX career, as a UX Architect at nvisia she champions accessibility, user friendliness, and research backed design decisions in everything she has a hand in. Coming from an e-commerce background originally, Shauna has over 7 years of experience in User Interface design, and has worked in a variety of industries such as finance, healthcare, technology, insurance, and manufacturing.
- Jennifer Posh, UX Lead, nvisia
- Jennifer combines almost a decade of content marketing experience with an eye for design in her role as UX Lead at nvisia. Her experience spans industries like tourism, education, manufacturing, construction, and more. She strongly believes that the better you know your users, the better you can serve them through design. When she’s not mapping user journeys or agonizing over the optimal button text, she enjoys designing imaginary projects like a Halloween-focused lifestyle app or DoorDash for vampires.
Schedule
Feel free to join the zoom anytime between 11:55pm and 12:05pm; the panel discussion will begin at 12:05pm.ZOOM
Zoom URL for this event will be shared day-of.Zoom is a free video-conferencing platform, with mobile and desktop apps. Learn more about installing and using it here: https://support.zoom.us/hc/en-us/articles/201362033-Getting-Started-on-Windows-and-Mac
ACCESSIBILITY / INCLUSION
All genders are welcome at this event.
Zoom offers a variety of accessibility-oriented features, including:
- Keyboard accessibility
- Screen reader support
Learn more: https://zoom.us/accessibility
If you have a specific accessibility concern, we encourage you to reach out directly to the organizers at admin@madisonwomen.tech.
CODE OF CONDUCT
While this event is open to all genders, Madison Women in Tech deliberately curates spaces for and by women and nonbinary folks. Men who attend are expected to listen, and not center themselves or their experiences.
All attendees agree to adhere to the Madison Women in Tech code of conduct: http://coc.madisonwomen.tech
