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For Women of Color in Tech, It’s ‘Hard to Grow’ Without Representation
Brian Nordli Brian Nordli
Published on April 08, 2025

For Women of Color in Tech, It’s ‘Hard to Grow’ Without Representation

Lack of representation in the tech industry can leave women of color without role models or support systems. So these women are building communities of their own.

Olivia McClure Olivia McClure
Updated on April 08, 2025

For These Local Engineering Pros, Connection Drives Innovation

Engineers from seven Chicago-based scaling companies describe their tech stacks, exciting current projects and connective team cultures.

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Adrienne Teeley Adrienne Teeley
Updated on April 08, 2025

'My Opinions and Voice Are Always Welcomed': What Inclusion Looks Like at Paylocity

What does it mean to have an inclusive company culture? It’s a phrase that gets thrown around a lot, but at Paylocity, the definition is simple: to celebrate the unique perspectives of each employee and amplifying their voice — regardless of identity or job title. 

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Alton Zenon III Alton Zenon III
Updated on April 08, 2025

Over 2 Decades of Diverse Technology Experience Helped Affinitiv’s New CEO Revamp Its Culture

Over the last 25 years, Sid Nair has held C-suite positions at large companies like Wirpro, Dell, HPE, DXC, Cox Automotive and Rackspace, where he led cross-departmental teams that totaled more than 15,000 employees. Decades of experience taught him that creating and maintaining a healthy culture across big businesses and teams comes down to one idea: unity. 

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Avery Komlofske Avery Komlofske
Updated on April 08, 2025

How to Take Hybrid to New Heights

There are benefits to both remote and in-person work — and a good hybrid model can bring the best of both worlds.

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Updated on April 08, 2025

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Lucas Dean Lucas Dean
Updated on April 08, 2025

Knowing Your Audience: How Data Scientists Can Simplify Complex Concepts for Stakeholders

Miscommunications and misinterpretations are common but avoidable, even in highly technical fields like data science. Read how data pros untangle concepts that confuse most outside audiences.

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