Bold conversations with women in STEM who defy expectations, break barriers, and challenge the tech industry's status quo.
Alecia Vogel is a senior full-stack developer who began coding at age 8 and has contributed to platforms used by millions of people around the world. She is especially passionate about turning everyday mundane tasks into delightful and engaging experiences.
A former top 500 Overwatch 2 player and semi-finalist in Edmonton’s Funniest Person With A Day Job, Alecia now freelances from her home in Edmonton, Canada, where she lives with her two cats and dog.
Alexandra Dean is an Emmy-winning journalist, producer, and documentary filmmaker known for uncovering untold stories. She directed Bombshell: The Hedy Lamarr Story, which redefined Hedy Lamarr’s legacy as an inventor.
Previously, Dean produced news-magazine documentaries for PBS and Bloomberg Television’s Innovators, Adventures, and Pursuits. She has also written about invention for Businessweek. As a founding partner at Reframed Pictures, she continues to spotlight overlooked figures and social issues.
Her latest project, Judd Family: Truth Be Told, premieres in Spring 2025, exploring the life and legacy of Naomi Judd.
Carolyn Oglesby is the daughter of Dr. Gladys West, a pioneering mathematician whose work laid the foundation for GPS technology. Carolyn grew up observing her mother’s commitment to precision and excellence, later recognizing the significance of her mother’s achievements.