In September, Women in Tech Oxfordshire hosted another vibrant and well-attended event, marking yet another successful gathering. Organised by Humand Talent and proudly sponsored by the BIPC Oxfordshire, this evening brought together a diverse mix of tech professionals, enthusiasts, and software engineers for a night of learning, inspiration, and networking. The event once again drew a full house, building on the momentum of past meetups.
The evening began with a warm welcome, casual networking, and refreshments, setting a friendly and relaxed tone. As attendees settled in, the first speaker of the night, Yulia Lenina, took to the stage with her insightful talk titled “Caring for Your Introvert: Resilience Strategies in a Loud World.” Yulia delved into the often-overlooked struggles that introverts face, particularly in environments that tend to favour extroverted behaviours. Her presentation was packed with practical advice on how introverts can thrive by building resilience. Yulia also shed light on common myths surrounding introversion, and she shared valuable strategies for creating supportive, inclusive spaces for introverts within the workplace and beyond.
After a short break and more networking opportunities, the next speaker, Alicia de Wet, captivated the audience with her talk, “Exploring Career Paths: A Journey to Software Engineering.” Alicia recounted her personal journey of transitioning into software engineering, providing an honest and inspiring look at the challenges she faced and the rewarding opportunities this career shift presented. Her story resonated with many, especially those contemplating a similar move into the tech industry, and sparked a lively discussion on the different pathways into software development.
Although the formal event concluded by 8:00 PM, the conversations didn’t stop there. A large group of attendees moved on to continue the evening at The Royal Blenheim pub, where discussions ranged from career progression and software engineering challenges to the role of introverts in tech leadership.
With another fully booked event, it’s clear that Women in Tech Oxfordshire is growing into a key space for knowledge-sharing, support, and connection. If you missed this event, why not join us next time—spaces for the November event are already filling up fast, so make sure to RSVP via the Meetup page. Don’t miss your chance to be part of this thriving community!
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Are you interested in sharing your journey or insights at a future event? We are always looking for speakers to contribute to our growing platform. If you’d like to get involved, register your interest here. Additionally, if your company is keen to support and gain visibility within this active community, we’re also seeking sponsors. Please reach out to our community manager on rebecca@humand.co.uk!
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