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Hi there! I'm Angela, a passionate software developer who loves to solve problems and help others along the way. With a heart full of compassion and a brain wired for tech, I aim to guide, support, and cheer on fellow devs, especially POC & womxn, as they navigate their journey in this ever-evolving world of software. I feel strongly about the topic of mental health—it’s something we don’t talk about enough in tech. Balancing a meaningful mission and a demanding career can take a toll on our well-being, and I know firsthand how tech can both support and disrupt mental health. I’d love to hear your thoughts and experiences as we learn and grow together, one bug fix at a time. Learning should be fun, not daunting, so expect lots of encouragement, positivity, and the occasional bad pun (oops). Whether you're wrestling with your first “Hello World” or tackling more advanced projects, I’m here to navigate this journey with you!

I mentor because I’ve been on the other side. Early in my career, I often felt alone because I didn’t quite fit in. But during that time, my mentors made a world of difference—they didn’t just guide me in my work, they stood up for me and encouraged me to aim higher than I ever thought possible. Their belief in me pushed me to grow and showed me just how powerful mentorship can be. Now, I want to pay that forward and be that same source of support and encouragement for others.

Hi there! I'm an independent designer based in San Francisco. In my past 10 years designing in tech, I’ve built products for Watershed Climate, Slack, Quora, VenueNext, and The Walt Disney Co. I'm excited to guide students and first-time job market applicants 🗝 break into design for tech 💪 learn design skills 🧭 ace internship and first-time job interviews For folks already in tech or with resources, I can't wait to help you navigate your design careers: Find me on superpeer at https://superpeer.com/kristinau Sample my design and career frameworks here: https://detachinstance.substack.com/

Talk to me if 🌟you want to level up in your design career 🧭 you need support navigating your tech org 🤝 you want connections to people in your similar situation 👂 you just need someone to listen 🎙️you want to ace your job interview

I'm a Senior Product Manager with a unique career trajectory that encompasses diverse roles and successful transition into Product Management from an unconventional background. I hold a Bachelor's degree in Electronics & Communication Engineering (ECE), but pivoted towards a Master's in Management Information Systems (MIS), blending analytical and managerial disciplines. My professional journey kicked off at Amazon as a Business Analyst, but my thirst for new challenges led me to transition into Program Management, where I honed my communication skills for cross-functional collaboration and process enhancement. However, my true passion reignited when I collaborated closely with Product Managers. Wrestling with imposter syndrome, I proactively embarked on pet projects that allowed me to delve into Product Management. Now, with 6+ years experience as a full-fledged Product Manager, I've never looked back. I'm an active participant in the Merit community as both a mentor and mentee. I firmly believe that every journey holds invaluable lessons to be shared. Whether you're charting a non-linear career path, navigating role shifts, or aiming to transition into Product Management from an unconventional background, I'm here to provide guidance, share insights, and help you overcome any doubts.

I'm the head of product at America's Test Kitchen, home of renowned media brands America’s Test Kitchen, Cook’s Illustrated, and Cook’s Country. I work closely with Editorial and Marketing teams, and lead and coach PMs to continuously improve the ATK website and app, a subscription-based companion for those who enjoy the art and science of cooking. I enjoy mentoring PMs and designers, and expand my contribution with the help of Merit.

I am a software engineering coach passionated about the use of technology for social impact. After a completing my computer science studies in France, I spent 12 years at Google New York. I first worked as a software engineer and team lead on Google Maps and Google Web Search. Later I joined, as a founding member, the Google Crisis Response team to use technology to help people impacted by natural disasters. I am now coaching tech companies and startups in US, France, Kenya and Haiti to help them build their engineering culture and apply software engineering best practices to create better products and ship them faster.

Throughout my career, I benefited a lot from mentors: my university teachers, fellow coworkers at Google, or people I met through various tech events. So I want to be able to give back to people who one day will also give back by mentoring themselves. Mentoring is a 2 way interactions: when I mentor I alway learn something from my mentoring session .

I'm a product design leader with nearly 15 years of practice with in-house Design teams and consultancies. I've managed and mentored individuals at varying experience level throughout my career. I'm excited to speak with you, share experiences, and help you take the next step in your career! If you’re unable to find a time to meet with me, check out my blog for potentially relevant advice: https://cattsmall.com/blog

I'd like to see more people who look like me succeed in this industry long-term. Too many folks burn out early in their careers. My hope is that I can be part of a support network, especially for people of color (femmes of color in particular) in tech.

Hi, I'm Akou Dossa, a user experience designer and leader with a passion for creating products and services that delight customers and deliver results. I have a background in human factors and a diverse portfolio of projects across various industries, such as financial services, compliance, and healthcare. I am a Design Manager at AppFolio, where I lead a small team of talented designers, and prior to that I was a product owner at Paylocity for their Flexible Benefits (HSA, FSA etc.) and COBRA services. Overall, I have 12+ years of experience and love solving complex problems with insight, creativity and collaboration. When I'm not designing, I enjoy reading, long walks, and spending time with my family.

Hello 👋 I’m Melanie. I’m a multidisciplinary designer currently leading a team of product designers at Exos. I have 10+ years of experience in the design industry. I started as a brand designer before making my way into digital products and tech. Talk to me about anything design, women in tech, building teams, career transition.

I am a creative with strong Brand Design and Editorial Art Direction skills from Ukraine based in New York. I work in tech for the last 7 years and have experience being the only designer on the team and working cross functionally with other departments.

I unfortunately never had a good mentor in my career and had to figure out everything on my own. I wish to share my knowledge with others so that they can avoid some of the mistakes I've made, and at the same time learn from others too.

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