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NSBE City-Wide Meet-Up Connects Milwaukee’s STEM Talent with Career Opportunities and Industry Leaders
The NSBE City-Wide Meet-Up returned to Marquette University on Saturday, February 22, bringing together STEM students, professionals, and industry leaders for a day of networking, professional development, and career exploration. The bi-annual event, hosted by the National Society of Black Engineers (NSBE) Milwaukee Area Chapter, has become a cornerstone for
Bridging Gaps in Tech: How "What Affects One Affects All" Shapes Our Mission at Milky Way Tech Hub
This year’s theme – What Affects One Affects All reminds me of my journey in tech and the mission of the Milky Way Tech Hub. In my career, I have been witness to the remarkable impacts of technology on society. I’ve also observed the glaring gaps in the tech
CEO of Milky Way Tech Hub is Appointed to Governor Evers' AI Taskforce
In a significant development for the tech community in Wisconsin, Nadiyah Johnson, the founder of Milky Way Tech Hub, has been appointed to serve on the Governor’s Task Force on Workforce and Artificial Intelligence. This appointment underscores Nadiyah’s expertise and leadership in the tech industry and carries promising
Bridging the Tech Gap: A Beacon of Hope for Returning Citizens in Milwaukee
In the heart of Milwaukee, a beacon of hope is shining for Justice-Involved individuals. Bridging the Tech Gap for Returning Citizens (BTGRC), a program hosted by My Way Out and Milky Way Tech Hub, is making waves in the community by providing essential tech education and support to those who
Cultivating Empowerment and Sustainability in the Amani Neighborhood - NSBE's Hydroponics STEM Program
NSBE backs the new hydroponics STEM program stands as a transformative initiative that aims to educate students on the innovative technique of hydroponic farming, while simultaneously fostering empowerment and sustainability. This new program in Milwaukee also instills in the students valuable insights into the realm of sustainable agriculture practices. The
Black and Brown Leaders Join a Round Table Discussion about Milwaukee's Tech Ecosystem
Over the weekend community leaders in the city of Milwaukee gathered in a round table discussion to talk about the opportunities for growth and improvement in Milwaukee’s Tech Ecosystem. The discussion included people with various backgrounds ranging from corporate social responsibility, tech workforce, founders, and ecosystem/community developers. It
Latinos in Tech and friends Host Mercado Navideño
Have you done your holiday shopping? Mercado Navideno is currently open from 12 p.m. Until 4pm today 12/10/22 at Discovery World. There are 20 Latino merchants selling handmade gifts of all kinds. So far hundreds of people have flowed in and out of the market to support
WI Tech Month Presents Women in Tech Week: Lori (Schiller) Jones
This “Women in Tech Week” feature is dedicated to Lori (Schiller) Jones, Director of Application Development @ Marco Technologies. ‘I have to know what you do for a living.’ My daughter’s kindergarten teacher greeted me on the playground with curiosity. Suppressing a giggle, she related today’s ‘Carpet Time’, where
WI Tech Month Presents Women in Tech Week: Amy Sterckx
This “Women in Tech Week” feature is dedicated to Amy Sterckx, Executive Director of Technology and Information at Green Bay Area Public School District From Classroom Teacher to Executive Director of Technology & Information, Amy’s story has involved many transitions from classroom teacher to being a state wide leader
WI Tech Month Presents Women in Tech Week: Brooke Anschutz
This “Women in Tech Week” feature is dedicated to Brooke Anschutz, Senior Disaster Recovery Analyst at Associated Bank. Brooke is a Senior Disaster Recovery Analyst for Associated Bank. Brooke has a wide range of technical experience, beginning as a leader within our Technology Service Desk. She transitioned to her current
WI Tech Month Presents Women in Tech Week: T.J Cobb
As a Data Strategist, T.J. Cobb ensures organizations have capabilities to leverage data for effective decision-making and to demonstrate value and impact. She positions organizations to operate as vehicles for social change by leveraging their power, ability and influence through strategy, analytics and partnerships. T.J. also works amongst
WI Tech Month Presents Women in Tech Week: Vanitha Suresh
This “Women in Tech Week” feature is dedicated to Vanitha Suresh, Senior Vice President, Technical Product Owner at Associated Bank Vanitha is currently an SVP – Technical Product Owner at Associated Bank, and leads the workforce automation team. She has a wide variety of experience in technical and leadership roles for
WI Tech Month Presents Women in Tech Week: Sabina Schoenke
This “Women in Tech Week” feature is dedicated to Sabina Schoenke, Data Analyst at Landmark Credit Union and IT Consultant @ S4 Digital Labs. Sabina has held a variety of positions within the IT industry ranging from developer, business analyst, database administrator, EDI administrator, to data analyst. She started her career
WI Tech Month Presents Women in Tech Week: Dorinthia Robinson
This “Women in Tech Week” feature is dedicated to Dorinthia Robinson, Information Technology Project Manager @ Goodwill Industries of Southeastern Wisconsin. Dorinthia Robinson is an innovative, detailed oriented project professional. She has a Master of Science Degree in Information Technology specializing in Project Management and is a Certified Project Management Professional
WI Tech Month Presents Women in Tech Week: Amanda Obidike
This “Women in Tech Week” feature is dedicated to Amanda Obidike, with a powerful story on how she transition to STEM after being under-employed. Amanda’s professional goal as an African woman who was under-employed and depressed in 2015 is Building an “Africa By Us, For Us” ecosystem that prepares
WI Tech Month Presents Women in Tech Week: Kate Unger
This “Women in Tech Week” feature is dedicated to Kate Unger, IT Delivery Manager @ Landmark Credit Union. Kate started her IT career as a customer service rep and trainer at a small software company (Cayen Systems) and worked her way up to being the Development Manager. She learned BA, QA,
WI Tech Month Presents Women in Tech Week: Dana Moyano
This “Women in Tech Week” feature is dedicated to Dana Moyano, Director of Client Experience at nvisia & President of Women in Technology, Southeastern WI Chapter. Dana began her career in the Education field, earning a degree for Early Childhood Education. After one year of teaching, Dana decided to rediscover
WI Tech Month Presents Women in Tech Week: Life Styled By Johonna
It’s WI Tech Month. This week we are highlighting Women in tech. Listen to a recent discussion with the founder of Milky Way Tech Hub Nadiyah Johnson and Johonna , founder of Styled by Johonna. Milky Way Tech Hub is partnering with Styled by Johonna to Launch De</>
MKE Tech Podcast Episode 6 - Foureva Media
In this episode, you will hear from Jamar Jones and Randy Wilinski, co-founders of Foureva Media. We discussed their journey into media and how Foureva Media was established. We talked about the Lead the Movement Business Conference and how it will widen perspectives. It was also discussed how entertainment can
MKE Tech Podcast Episode 5 “Latinos in Tech" ft Ben Juarez
In this episode, you will hear from Ben Juarez, co-founder of Latinos In Tech and Like|Minded. We discussed his journey into tech and what liberation means to him. Ben Juarez and Carlos Vasquez are the co-founders of Latinos in Tech, a group focused on creating professional development opportunities in
Congressional Black Caucus ED to Speak at MKE Tech Ecosystem Exchange
MKE Tech Ecosystem Exchange will be hosted at the Sherman Phoenix at 5:00pm Thursday 6/16. Special Guests include Executive Director of Congressional Black Caucus Vincent Evans and LT. Governor Barnes. The founder of Milky Way Tech Hub, Nadiyah Johnson, will engage in a fireside chat with Vincent Evans
MKE Tech Podcast Episode 3 “Social X” ft Ranell Washington
In this episode of MKE Tech, we had a special guest Ranell Washington, co-founder of Social X. Social X is a young professional diversity and inclusion consulting group that creates and provides a connective platform for diverse young professionals, businesses, and corporations to successfully thrive in Greater Milwaukee and surrounding
MKE Tech Podcast : Episode 2, "Secure Bridges" Shayvon McCullum
In this episode, I talked to Shayvon McCullum, the founder of Secure Bridges Tech, a reward-based platform connecting youth to local resources with monetary opportunities and redeemable merchant rewards for engagement. Secure Bridges is working to end the local sex trade of children in the Milwaukee area by raising awareness,