The Future of Technology

Marie Moynihan

Chief Diversity Officer & Vice President of Global Talent, Dell

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Career Journey

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Skills in Technology

Creativity

Engineering

Customer Needs

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The Tech Industry

Curious

Problem-solver

Adaptable

Interest in Technology

Legal

HR

Finance

Marketing

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The Digital Revolution

Social Media Revolution 2015 #Socialnomics

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What is exciting about the Tech Industry?

• Opportunity

• Impact

• Travel

• Flexibility

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What is unique about the industry?

• Fast-paced

• Innovative, forward-looking

• Modern organisational structure

• Focus on learning

• Progression based on performance

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• Technology is suited to boys brains & interests

• You have to be a math genius

• IT is only for Geeks and not glamorous

• It’s a ‘Bro’ Culture

Busting the myths

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• Technology is suited to boys brains & interests

• You have to be a math genius

• IT is only for Geeks and not glamorous

• It’s a ‘Bro’ Culture

Busting the myths

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• Explore

• Play to your strengths

• Believe in yourself and GO FOR IT!

Thank you

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