Telling Our Story: A Look Back at ARA’s Impact on Women In Technology & Embracing Equity on the Path Forward

It’s March and we couldn’t be more excited to embrace the themes of both International’s Women’s Day (“Embracing Equity”) and Women’s History Month (Celebrating Women Who Tell Our Stories)!

In celebration of these important recognition events, and in partnership with our sponsor Morningstar, we are coming together on Thursday, March 23rd at noon CST in honor of ARA’s 10th Anniversary to showcase how ARA embraces equity and to shine a light on a few spectacular individuals who have cultivated careers in technology leadership, including where they have been, what they have accomplished and how we can continue to come together to create positive change and lasting impact for the next generation of female technology leaders.

We will be joined by female leaders in the ARA community and one incredible male ally to share stories about overcoming adversity, making an impact and rising more women to leadership ranks in technology.


You won’t want to miss the inspirational stories, intriguing insights and actionable takeaways during the event, where you will:

  • Get a glimpse into the data behind the evolution and impact of DEIB in the technology space.

  • Hear how our panelists have navigated adversity and challenges throughout their careers in technology and beyond.

  • Learn strategies and techniques for helping advance and elevate your career as a leader.

  • Discover how companies and organizations can adopt an action-oriented DEIB mindset. 

  • Deepen your understanding of how you can advocate for women in technology careers and leadership.

SPEAKERS

SANDEE KASTRUL

CEO & Co-Founder
i.c.stars

JOHN HIGGINSON

CTO
Chief

TIARA WHEATLEY

Founder, The Young Women’s Leadership Society
Chicago Tech Academy

LESLIE VICKREY

Co-Founder, ARA
CEO, ClearEdge Marketing

CAMILLE TATE

Head of Talent
Strava

ERIKA JAROSCH​

Launch Engineer, Falcon Control and Operations
SpaceX

KATIE DOWLING

Head of Global Technology Delivery & Operations
Morningstar

MEGAN MCCANN​

Co-Founder, ARA
CEO, McCann Partners

JANE HAMNER

Co-Founder, ARA
Chief Growth Officer, McCann Partners

We hope you can join us for a virtual, interactive session sponsored by leading financial services and investment firm, Morningstar, as we share our stories and embrace equity for all women – today, tomorrow and always!