For as long as she can remember, Ugochi Nicole Ugbomeh has had a strong interest in coding and computers. A software enthusiast, she always found herself building and repairing programs, but a hesitation caused her to study geology rather than pursue work in IT. But even as an undergrad, her friends knew her as the…
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Michelle Asp
Michelle Asp's diverse career path has led her from bartender to comic book colorist to reality TV producer. While these stops may seem varied, she'll be the first to tell you that the diversity prepared her well for her current role as director of creative technology with United Future, a digital agency specializing in experiential-media…
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Brittany Laughlin
Brittany Laughlin used to be one of those girls who couldn't make up her mind. At one point she was trying to narrow down her choices about what she wanted to do, and they were as wide-ranging as fashion and green technology! She finally found just the right balance in gtrot, a social travel company…
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Liz Carlson
An entrepreneur has to be one of the coolest jobs out there, but it also has to be one of the most frustrating. And today's leading lady, Liz Carlson, the founder and CEO of InTheDoor.com, will tell you that firsthand. Just last October, Liz started working with two others on her passion — creating a…
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Kris Matheney
To know Kris Matheney is to know a woman who is dedicated to her job 24/7. Literally. As a partner and director of operations at United Future, a WONGDOODY company, Kris manages the project management and day-to-day activities of the agency's client needs. It's her job to make sure that all expectations are met — and often…
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Natasha Mascarenhas Wright
Natasha Mascarenhas Wright works at a company that touches all of our lives on a regular basis every day — Google. As one of the company’s career development program managers, Natasha works to create a developmental program for new employees in the sales and operations group, with a focus on things like career development, project management,…
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Kristina Kurcinka
Kristina Kurcinka has the kind of job that would make just about any woman — and man — stop and listen. And even cooler, she gets to get up and go to work every day in Taiwan! A footwear developer for Nike’s basketball division, Kristina helps make those very shoes seen on your feet come to life…