Join us for a special International Women's Day celebration on April 11th at 11am! Enjoy a delightful brunch featuring coffee and mimosas while listening to inspiring lightning talks from leading women in tech.

This event promises a morning of learning and networking with some of the most innovative minds in the industry. Whether you are a seasoned tech enthusiast or just starting out, come be part of a community that values diversity, innovation, and creativity.

Don't miss out—reserve your spot today and be inspired by the achievements and stories of incredible women in technology! #WomenInTech #GDGLosAngeles

Speaker Lineup:

More to come!

Kelsey Webster | Software Engineer, Babylist
Seven AI Agents Walk Into a Tech Review...
The punchline? They catch your bugs before you write them. Discover how multiple AI agents debating, challenging, and collaborating can transform planning documents into actually useful architecture reviews—no scheduling required.

Angelina Millare | Founder, Your Next Win
Idea to App in a Week (or Less): Build Without Coding. Ship Without Permission.
What if you could turn an idea into a working app, without writing code or hiring a developer? See real examples as Angelina shares the proven framework she uses to help absolute beginners build products fast using AI coding agents, unlocking new career paths, business opportunities, and creative expression.

Emily Anderson | Application Developer, Stellarus/Blue Shield of California
Break the Pattern: Designing Technology That Serves People, Not Defaults
Break the pattern isn’t just a slogan—it’s a survival skill in tech. In this lightning talk, I’ll share how challenging default assumptions (about AI, innovation, and even our own careers) unlocks smarter systems, braver leadership, and more human-centered technology—without waiting for permission or a perfect roadmap.

Ashley McDonald | Digital Design & Communications Manager, New York University
Breaking the Pattern of Inaccessible Design: Empathy as Strategy
Around 95% of top websites fail to meet basic accessibility standards — not due to lack of care, but often because of knowledge gaps and poor prioritization. In this talk, I’ll explore how treating empathy as a strategic design principle can break these inherited patterns and lead to more inclusive — and more effective — digital experiences.

Karin Najarian and Caroline Paules | Cofounders, Nova Cottage Co.
Actually Affordable Housing
The nation is in a dire housing crisis. How can a historic housing typology that originated in Pasadena be the solution?