What we’re about
We are the Southern California Chapter of the Women in Big Data Forum.
Our goal is to strengthen the diversity in the big data field. As part of this initiative, we would like to encourage and attract more female talent to the big data & analytics field and help them connect, engage and grow.
To learn more:
• Visit WiBD Central Site: https://www.womeninbigdata.org/
• Follow us on LinkedIn https://www.linkedin.com/groups/6981086
• Want to be part to the leadership team and help grow the community? Send an email to [WiBDSoCal@Gmail.com](mailto:WiBDSoCal@Gmail.com) edu for details.
Come and explore opportunities with us via our networking, knowledge sharing and training events.
Note: Men are welcome to join as allies to support Women in Big Data.
The WiBD SoCal chapter is proudly sponsored by the USC Marshall MS, Business Analytics program. We partner with employers and organizations to offer tech trainings and panels across the Southern California region and are expanding to Orange County and San Diego. If your organization would like to learn more about becoming a key partner, please contact Odessa Reyno or Lily Salem at [WiBDSoCal@Gmail.com](mailto:WiBDSoCal@Gmail.com)
Upcoming events
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Social Mixer with Women In Big Data SoCal
Sorry Not Sorry, 11520 W Pico Blvd, Los Angeles, CA, USKick Off 2026 With Us!
Join Women In Big Data SoCal for our first event of 2026! We're hosting a casual social mixer where you can connect with other women and non-binary individuals working in data science, analytics, engineering, and related fields.
📅 Date: Thursday, January 29, 2026
🕕 Time: 7:00 PM
📍 Location: Sorry Not Sorry – 11520 W Pico Blvd, Los Angeles 90064
What to Expect
This is a relaxed, informal gathering designed to help you:
- Meet and network with fellow individuals in the data community
- Share experiences and insights from your work
- Build meaningful professional connections
- Discover collaboration opportunities
- Simply enjoy good conversation in a welcoming environment
Whether you're a data scientist, analyst, engineer, student, or just starting your journey in the data field, all experience levels are welcome!
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We’ll be reserving a space in the front patio, and as always, each guest will be responsible for their own tab.
RSVP today to save your spot. We can't wait to see you there and kick off an amazing 2026 together!
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[WiBD SoCal WORKSHOP] Intro to Python
Fan Duel, 9000 Wilshire Blvd, Beverly Hills, CA, USThis is a collaborative hands-on workshop hosted by:
- Women's Society of Cyberjutsu (WSC) SoCal chapter
- Women in Big Data (WiBD) SoCal chapter
- PyLadies Los Angeles
Title: Intro to Python
Date: Thursday Feb. 5th, 2026
Location: FanDuel
9000 Wilshire Blvd, Beverly Hills, CA 92131
Parking is FREE.
Please note: FanDuel requires all attendees sign an NDA before entering their facilities.
Time: 5:30 PM PT - 8:30 PM PT (Pacific Time)
Workshop Level: Beginner 101
Details:
This is a custom lesson plan for new programmers in Python. This introductory course is designed using Google Colab, a free python notebook environment that does not require user setup except the student requires a google account.
Annie will discuss the different kinds of objects in Python, how and when to use them. Next, she will cover loops, exception handling and introduce a very important data type called DataFrame and its many uses in data analysis.
Agenda: (All times are in Pacific Time)
5:30 - 6:00 PM - Networking, introduction and setup
6:00 - 7:00 PM
- How to get started with Google Colab
- Type of Numbers
- Strings
- Lists
- Tuples
- Dictionaries
7:00-8:00 pm
- Sets and Booleans
- Loops
- DataFrames
8:00 - 8:30 pm - Conclusion
- Q/A
- Where to learn more
Prerequisites:
A laptop and Google account
Instructor: Annie Flippo
Bio: Annie Flippo is the Chief Data Officer at Urgently (a roadside assistance technology platform). She is a data expert focusing on the application of machine learning techniques to extract insights and improve business operations.
Her focus is to empower the data analytics team, lead the development of innovative data products and make data science accessible and intuitive for all. Annie is a teacher, mentor and volunteer in her local communities which include PyLadiesLA, UCLA DataFest and a local high school robotics team.
We extend our sincere thanks to FanDuel https://www.fanduel.com/ for serving as the venue sponsor and WSC SoCal chapter https://www.meetup.com/socal-women-in-cybersecurity/ for helping host this event. We truly appreciate your commitment and partnership.
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