Diversity in Technology Night
The U.S. Bureau of Labor and Statistics projects computer and information technology occupations will grow 13 percent from 2016 to 2026, well above the average growth rate for all occupations. These careers provide an opportunity to play an important role in creating, protecting, and managing the technology of tomorrow. Tonight's event will explore exciting opportunities in these high-demand fields, share knowledge about our career-oriented IT Flexible Apprenticeship, and hear from diverse industry panelists from across Central Ohio as they share their experiences, knowledge, and advice for those getting started. Participants will get the opportunity to ask panelists questions virtually in a LIVE Q&A segment. Learn how Columbus State's IT Flexible Apprenticeship can help diverse students earn a competitive income while working toward a degree - and beyond.
Livestream Panel and Q&A Session
Please use the chat bubble in the top right corner of the video window to share your questions with the panelists.
6:00-7:30 p.m.
Meet the Panelists & Panel Moderator
Panel Moderator
Garrett Braxton
Columbus State Student & ITFA Program Apprentice
State Auto Insurance
Toni Cunningham
Managing Director
Per Scholas
Carla Easley
Director of Operations
TECH CORPS
Jermaine Henson
Vice President of Application Development
Nationwide Insurance
Branden Jones
Co-Founder & Entrepreneur
BLK Hack
Doug McCollough
Chief Information Officer (CIO)
City of Dublin
Tammy Murray
Software Engineer
Accenture
Lorena Ritchey
Vice President of Customer Service & Billing (CSB) I.T.
Nationwide Insurance
Errica Rivera
Director of Talent Acquisition
State Auto Insurance