Redefine Possible: International Women's Day Celebration 2025

Name: Redefine Possible: International Women's Day Celebration 2025
Start: 2025-03-19T18:00:00-07:00
End: 2025-03-19T21:00:00-07:00
Location: FoundrSpace Coworking

FoundrSpace Coworking, 87 North Raymond Avenue, Pasadena, 91103

GDG Los Angeles

Join us for "Redefine Possible: International Women's Day Celebration 2025," a special evening dedicated to celebrating ...

Mar 20, 1:00 – 4:00 AM (UTC)

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Key Themes

AndroidCommunity BuildingInclusionInternational Women's DayNetworkingWomen Techmakers

About this event

Join us for "Redefine Possible: International Women's Day Celebration 2025," a special evening dedicated to celebrating the incredible achievements of women in our community. This happy hour and networking event in the heart of Pasadena will honor women who are pushing boundaries and making a significant impact in their fields. Enjoy a delightful evening with lightning talks, engaging conversations, and opportunities to connect with like-minded individuals who are passionate about empowering women. 
 Agenda for "Redefine Possible: International Women's Day Celebration 2025"
6:00 PM – Doors Open & Networking
6:30 PM – Welcome & Opening Remarks
6:45 PM – Lightning Talks (~5 min each) on the theme Redefine Possible
Tracy Heverly - Finding My Voice: The Power of Clear Communication
Siena Aguayo - Changing Technical Stacks as a Software Engineer
Sun Migliacci - Reinvention & Growth: Embracing Change for Career Success
Adriana Torresan - Breaking into UI/UX Design as an Immigrant
Aliza Pollack - Beyond Assumptions: The Power of Qualitative Research
Emily Anderson - The Intersection of Tech & Social Work: Building Empathy in AI
Caroline Paules & Karin Najarian - Constructing Housing Post-Wildfires
7:30 PM – Open Discussion & Mingling
8:00 PM – Event Wrap-Up
Don't miss this unique opportunity to celebrate, learn, and grow with us. 
Tickets are only $15 and space is limited, so reserve your spot today and be part of this empowering experience!
Thank you to our Community Sponsor, Babylist!

When

Thursday, March 20, 2025
1:00 AM – 4:00 AM (UTC)

Where

FoundrSpace Coworking
87 North Raymond Avenue
Pasadena, 91103

Agenda

Aliza Pollack - Beyond Assumptions: The Power of Qualitative Research	Good research requires both expansive thinking and humility. In this talk, Aliza Pollack will explore how qualitative research can help you go beyond assumptions and uncover deeper insights about your idea, brand, users, and potential customers. You will learn practical techniques to: - Identify and challenge your own assumptions - Find and engage the right research participants - Conduct neutral and effective interviews - Extract meaningful insights for better decision-making By the end of the session, you'll walk away with strategies to approach research with curiosity, creativity, and a more open mind.
Doors Open & Networking
Welcome & Opening Remarks
Tracy Heverly - Finding My Voice: The Power of Clear Communication	It took time, but I eventually found my voice—and with it, the understanding that clear, concise, and direct communication is one of our most powerful tools. I used to over-explain and soften my points out of fear of being misunderstood or coming across as unkind. Over time, I learned that true impact and kindness lie in speaking with confidence, clarity, and candor. In this talk, I’ll share my journey of discovering my voice, the lessons that shaped me, and why the courage to communicate directly has the power to transform how we connect, lead, and influence.
Siena Aguayo - Changing Technical Stacks as a Software Engineer	Technology is constantly evolving, with new frameworks and trends popping up all the time. Have you ever considered working in a different technical stack but weren’t sure how to acquire the right skills or market yourself effectively? Learn from Siena’s journey from full-stack web engineer to Android engineer to gain insight into how you could jump stacks, too.
Sun Migliacci - Reinvention & Growth: Embracing Change for Career Success	Throughout my career journey, I’ve learned that reinvention is key to growth. In this talk, I’ll share how embracing change has helped me reach new personal and professional heights. I'll discuss: - How to recognize opportunities during challenging times - The power of purpose-driven goals - Strategies for adapting and evolving in your career
Adriana Torresan - Breaking into UI/UX Design as an Immigrant	Navigating a career in UI/UX design is challenging—especially as an immigrant in a new country. Adriana Torresan will share her personal journey of breaking into the tech industry, overcoming obstacles, and building a successful career in UI/UX. From cultural adaptation to career growth strategies, she will provide insights and advice for anyone looking to enter or advance in the field.
Emily Anderson - The Intersection of Tech & Social Work: Building Empathy in AI	AI is becoming more integrated into everyday interactions, but it often struggles with emotional intelligence. By applying principles from social work—like active listening, trauma-informed care, and cultural competency—we can design AI that better understands and responds to human emotions. This talk explores how sentiment analysis, tone-matching, and ethical AI design can improve user experiences, especially in healthcare and customer service. Drawing from my background in both fields, I’ll share insights on reducing bias, increasing accessibility, and ensuring AI serves diverse populations with empathy and fairness.
Caroline Paules & Karin Najarian - Constructing Housing Post-Wildfires	How can we rebuild residential housing in Los Angeles after devastating wildfires at an unprecedented rate and the lowest cost—without compromising sustainability and quality? Caroline and Karin from Casa Nova will discuss innovative construction methods, cost-effective solutions, and sustainable approaches that ensure both speed and durability in rebuilding efforts.
Open Discussion & Mingling
Event Wrap-Up