Simone Lima (she/her) is a podcast creator and problem solver dedicated to making a positive impact with a passion for technology and creative pursuits. Fun fact: she has lived in 5 continents already! In this episode, Simone will share more about her career journey, and also about her research on toxic positivity in the workplace, covering signs, mental health intersections, and coping strategies. Additional Reading Mentioned in the Interview: medium.com/latinxinpower  Our website is LatinxInPower.com. Send me a message on Instagram @Latinx_in_Power or Twitter @LatinxInPower. Check ou ..read more

Diandre Ottley (he/him) is an IT Manager, Software Engineer, and Data Scientist. He's known for his expertise in applying data-driven insights to improve business processes, as well as his out-of-box approach to problem-solving. He also has a passion for sports and sustainable development. In this podcast episode, we'll discuss Diandre's Caribbean identity, his Taiwan study journey, the influence of teaching experiences on his tech career, returning home, overcoming immigrant challenges, the lasting impact of his time in Taiwan, and how his passion for sports complements his tech career. Add ..read more

Stacey-Ann Smith (she/her) offers over 9 years of project management experience, skillfully combining vision, strategy, and leadership.  By aligning customer requirements with company goals, she consistently delivers successful projects. Stacey-Ann possesses a Business Administration degree and a Project Management certification. In this episode, Stacey-Ann shares her journey as a project manager, discussing her career beginnings, the fulfilling aspects of her role, influences, future challenges, advice for her younger self, and a valuable resource recommendation. Additional Reading Me ..read more

We talked with Beatris Mendez Gandica (she/her), an engineer and Program Manager at Microsoft, specializing in diverse engineering disciplines, nonprofit work, and advocacy for women in STEM. In this episode, we will dive into Beatris's role in the tech industry, her founding of Nuevo Foundation to empower underrepresented students in STEM, her insights on overcoming career challenges, and her valuable advice for women pursuing tech careers. Additional Reading Mentioned in the Interview: medium.com/latinxinpower  Our website is LatinxInPower.com. Send me a message on Instagram @Latinx_ ..read more

Sherry-Ann Joseph (she/her) skills set includes data handling, analysis, report writing, and procurement. Sherry-Ann is passionate about educating adolescents on sexual health through Comprehensive Sexuality Education (CSE).  Through Grenada Planned Parenthood Association, she mastered project management and grant writing, leading successful grant proposals and coordinating projects with local organizations and researchers.  In this episode, Sherry-Ann will share her journey's beginnings, discuss her core values, and explore her favorite aspects of project management. She will also ..read more

We had a conversation with Hernan Chiosso (he/him), an HR innovation leader with over 25 years of experience in software development and product management. Hernan serves as a Lead Volunteer at U.S. Digital Response and is the Founder of ProductizeHR. He also mentors graduates and startups globally and holds certifications in SPHR, Scrum, and Design Thinking. During this episode, Hernan delves into topics such as AI's impact on HR processes, disruptions in the job market caused by AI, and his vision for AI's future role in the HR industry over the next decade. Additional Reading Mentioned in ..read more

Guilherme Abreu (he/him) is a dynamic person who transitioned from a background in sales to becoming a software engineer. He is a Software Engineer working on innovative vending solutions. We’re excited to showcase how his diverse experiences have contributed to his success in the tech world. In this episode, we learned more about Guilherme’s software engineering intern's journey, touching on his path to software engineering, internship projects, lessons from setbacks, excitement about emerging tech trends, and actionable advice for aspiring engineers. Additional Reading Mentioned in the Inter ..read more

Errolisa McPhee (she/her) is a Certified Project Manager driving development in the Bahamas with a passion for development and a lead role in national projects. In addition to a Nova Southeastern University MBA in Finance, she’s currently pursuing a Doctorate in Business Administration at The University of the West Indies Cave Hill. In this episode, Errolisa will share her journey in project management and public procurement. She will discuss her initial attraction to the field, managing development projects in the Bahamas, and innovative solutions she's applied. She also explores her motiva ..read more

Andrea Marquez (she/her) is an award-winning, Mexican-American storyteller. She’s currently on a mission to inspire the next generation of entrepreneurs as producer and host of This is Small Business, an Amazon podcast.  In this episode, Andrea shared her wisdom and experiences, serving as a source of motivation and guidance for creative professionals. She offered insights on how to navigate the ever-changing business landscape successfully. Additional Reading Mentioned in the Interview: medium.com/latinxinpower Our website is LatinxInPower.com. Send me a message on Instagram @Latinx_i ..read more

Diana Kleps (she/her) is an experienced professional with a solid history in market expansion, diversity and inclusion (DEI), sales, and portfolio-partnership management. As a key driver of 33Floors global business development strategy, she oversees marketing, operations, the sales team, and client experience. In this episode, Diana shared her journey to becoming an expert in Business Development, highlighting the role of DEI in driving success, reflecting on significant negotiation experiences, and offering valuable advice for aspiring professionals in business development. Additional Readi ..read more