Monthly Mentor Panel - Sponsors vs Mentors

We're diving into a dynamic discussion on the pivotal roles of Sponsors vs Mentors in the tech industry. Our esteemed panel of experts, comprising successful leaders, will share their insights, experiences, and valuable advice on how sponsors and mentors contribute to career growth.

About the Panelists:

• Pratibha V (Prati) Shambhangoudar https://www.linkedin.com/in/prati858/
  Prati is an accomplished engineering leader with experience managing global teams of over 50 employees at companies such as Target, FedEx, Wells Fargo, and Wipro. She has a diverse background in engineering leadership, entrepreneurship, and technology consulting/advisory. She possesses extensive expertise in enterprise application development, team building, and creating unique and innovative teams at the intersection of software engineering and AI.
• Polina Ruvinsky https://www.linkedin.com/in/polina-ruvinsky/
  Polina Ruvinsky, a seasoned technical leader, has driven innovation in product engineering at renowned brands like Disney, ABC, ESPN, and Rosetta Stone. She has founded multiple women’s communities and continues to mentor women in tech to help pivot or uplevel their careers. An entrepreneur since 2022, she is currently working to launch Hype Her, a platform that is revolutionizing how women gain visibility while uplifting each other.
• Hana (Dope'rah) H https://www.linkedin.com/in/doperah/
  Hana is an active volunteer, global mentor, and the Founder and CEO of BlackMaple.io. With over 15 years of dedicated commitment working at the intersection of technology and workforce development, she is a recognized leader who passionately advocates for equity and justice. Hana is on a mission to make the digital economy accessible and inclusive, working tirelessly to close gaps and open doors—one meaningful career at a time.

Agenda:

• Ice breakers, Member intros
• Women Who Code Welcome
• Panelist intros
• Core Program of Q&A and discussion with the panelists

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