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Speaking 💬

Since 2015, I've spoken at 100+ events on diverse topics ranging from driving D&I in the tech industry to community building. I've spoken extensively on various subjects, including my career journey, being a Latina engineer, women leadership, TypeScript, Progressive Web Apps, Static Site Generators, Web Design, JavaScript, and more.

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For speaking engagements, honorariums vary based on time commitment. Panels are low-lift, while presentations with slides require more preparation.

I'm open to negotiating for community-driven or non-profit events.

You can find my bio and speaker image on my about page.

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Featured

Latinas in Tech: Breaking theDigital Ceiling

Latinas in Tech: Breaking theDigital Ceiling

Real Talk: Diversity in Tech

Future of Work

Latinx Level Up, LIT Rising Stars,The Power of Community

Women in Leadership Alumni Panel

TypeScript 101

My Journey in Tech

What are ProgressiveWeb Apps 101?

Being a Unicorn Working forAnother Unicorn

Latinx in the Workplace

The Future of Diversity& Inclusion in Tech

upcoming events

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Past events

Slack AMA: The team behind Slack lists

Discover how Slack’s Lists feature was built, what's next for it, and how it can elevate your team’s productivity! Highlights from an AMA I was in.

September 12, 2024

Slack Lists Unleashed: Revolutionize Your Workflow!

Discover how Slack Lists can transform your team’s productivity! Highlights from my in-depth demo for the Slack Twin Cities community.

Two Latinas Talk Tech

Hosted a LinkedIn Audio Event with Rosi Quiñones, a fellow Latina in tech, on how to break into the industry.

October 14, 2022

Two Latina Software Engineers Talk Tech

Sharing our journey into software engineering and relevant career advice with the community during Latinx Heritage Month.

October 8, 2022

Byteboard Retreat in Catskills

The Q3 2022 Byteboard Retreat focused on thinking and building on the company culture.

Girls Who Code Club Talk

Gave a 30-minute talk to two classes of girls at a public school in Newport News, VA to inspire them to pursue computer science and serve as a role model.

Coro Exploring Leadership Selection Day

Volunteered as a judge for the 2022 Selection Day for the Coro Northern California Exploring Leadership program.

Byteboard Retreat in Hawaii

Attended my first week-long team retreat for Byteboard in Hawaii.

Coro NorCal Selection Day 2022

I volunteered as a Selection Day Judge for the Coro Northern California Fellowship in Public Affairs to help select the next class.

QCO Tech Conference Diversity Panel

Invited to discuss my experience of diversity in tech alongside other industry professionals for a Google Student Developer Club conference.

Coro Fellows Leader Interview

Invited to give a leadership interview for the 2022 Coro Northern California Public Policy Fellows.

University of Chicago SACNAS Fireside Chat

Invited to speak on a panel for the University of Chicago's SACNAS chapter.

February 18, 2022