The Ascent to Tech

Starting at VC's Be patient, gain experience, and move into the tech industry! Women can use their position in venture capital to their advantage by showing a great understanding of the market like new technologies and consumer products. GROWTH IN THE VC INDUSTRY The continuous increase in female-founded VC startups is promising of the female … Continue reading The Ascent to Tech

California Women Business Leaders

There has been significant discussion recently about women “leaning in” and an outpouring of executive leadership support for greater gender equality. A new women’s movement is emerging in which women advocate for one another and have the ability to influence at the highest levels. Marilyn Nagel, CEO of Watermark A study published by the University … Continue reading California Women Business Leaders

Performance Gender Gap Study

I never believed I could or couldn’t do something because I was a woman. I remember something my mom always told me: ‘You are the best at whatever you do.’-Privahini Bradoo, Founder and CEO of Blue Oak Sahil Raina, a researcher, provides evidence on the performance gender gap. Raina found that VC-financed startups led by … Continue reading Performance Gender Gap Study

Plan to Lead

Leadership belongs to those who take it.-Sheryl Sandberg, COO of Facebook There are low rates of women as chief executives, directors, founders, and leaders in political parties. Women who plan to become future leaders or desire to be employed in the technology field need to think about HOW they will get there. It takes a … Continue reading Plan to Lead

Introducing Myself

My name is Chantal Sarji, the project manager of this blog. That's a better title than "MBA Student", right? ...I thought so. I am from North Carolina, but originally from Lebanon. I am a college graduate with a B.S. in Business Administration and a minor in Computer Science. ( I was the only girl in … Continue reading Introducing Myself