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Girl Geek Network provides expert commentary on women in technology, career progression, workplace systems, and inclusion in the tech sector.

Built on a 20- year legacy with global experience across industry, government, and international organisations.

Available for media commentary, podcasts, panels, and written contributions.

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Background & Credentials

The Girl Geek Network is a professional platform that supports women in technology, offering career progression, systems insight, and organisational change.

It builds on the 20-year global legacy of Girl Geek Dinners, founded in 2005, which connected women in technology across cities, companies, and countries worldwide.

Girl Geek Network represents the next phase of that work, moving beyond events into structured programmes, training, and commentary focused on career progression, workplace systems, and long-term impact.

Originates from one of the longest-running women-in-tech communities globally
Experience working with technology companies, leaders, and institutions
Insight informed by two decades of observing how systems affect women’s careers
Focused on practical, systemic change rather than performative initiatives

Why Media Work with Girl Geek Network

20-year legacy supporting women in technology globally
Experience working with major tech companies and institutions
Regular engagement with senior leaders, managers, and practitioners
Focus on systems and outcomes, not performative DEI

Areas of Expertise

Girl Geek Network provides expert commentary, insight, and analysis across the following areas:

Women in Tech & Career Progression

Structural barriers affecting women’s progression in technology roles
Why high-performing women are overlooked despite strong results
Visibility, sponsorship, and promotion dynamics in tech organisations
Retention challenges and why women leave the industry mid-career

Workplace Systems, Bias & Power Dynamics

How informal power, politics, and decision-making actually work
Gender bias in performance reviews, feedback, and promotion processes
The impact of imposter syndrome when systems are stacked against individuals
Why “fix the women” approaches fail and what works instead

Male-Dominated Industries & Organisational Design

Technology, engineering, data, AI, and other male-dominated sectors
How workplace design unintentionally disadvantages women
The hidden costs of unsustainable work cultures
Why diversity initiatives collapse without systemic change

Allyship, Leadership & Accountability

What effective allyship looks like in practice, not theory
The difference between performative DEI and measurable impact
How leaders can support women without overloading them
Sponsorship, advocacy, and accountability at senior levels

Gender Equity, DEI & the Current Backlash

Why DEI efforts are being rolled back and what that means long-term
The risk of treating inclusion as a political or branding issue
The business consequences of ignoring gender equity
What sustainable, non-performative inclusion actually requires

Technology, AI & Gender Bias

Gender bias embedded in AI systems and data models
The impact of technology decisions on underrepresented groups
Why ethics, responsibility, and inclusion must be designed in from the start
How bias in tech compounds existing workplace inequalities

Career Strategy Without Burnout

Navigating careers without overwork or self-erasure
Sustainable progression for women with caring responsibilities
Why resilience is often misused as a substitute for system change
Practical career strategies that don’t rely on confidence theatre

Commentary for Media & Podcasts

Girl Geek Network provides clear, evidence-led commentary on the systems shaping women’s careers in technology and other male-dominated industries. Commentary focuses on structural causes, not individual blame, and translates complex workplace dynamics into accessible, real-world insight.

On Women in Tech & Career Progression

Women are not leaving tech because they lack confidence or ambition. They are leaving because workplace systems reward visibility over contribution, politics over performance, and proximity to power over outcomes. Commentary explores why capable women stall mid-career and what actually changes progression trajectories.

On Gender Bias, Power & Workplace Culture

Bias in technology is rarely overt. It shows up in who gets heard, whose mistakes are remembered, and who is given stretch opportunities. Commentary breaks down how power operates informally at work and why traditional DEI approaches fail to address it.

On DEI Backlash & Systemic Failure

The rollback of DEI initiatives reveals how fragile many programmes were to begin with. Commentary examines why inclusion efforts collapse under pressure and what sustainable, non-political approaches look like when organisations are serious about change.

On Sustainable Careers & Burnout

Resilience is often used to mask unsustainable work design. Commentary challenges burnout culture, explores why flexibility alone is not enough, and looks at how career progression can be redesigned without requiring women to overextend or self-erase.

On Imposter Syndrome & Confidence Narratives

Imposter syndrome is often treated as a personal mindset issue. In reality, it is frequently a rational response to biased systems, inconsistent feedback, and exclusion from decision-making. Commentary reframes imposter feelings as a signal of structural friction rather than individual weakness.

On Allyship, Leadership & Accountability

Allyship is not performative support or one-off initiatives. It is about how decisions are made, credit is given, and risk is shared. Commentary focuses on what leaders can do differently without placing additional emotional or organisational labour on women.

On AI, Technology & Gender Bias

Technology is not neutral. Bias enters through data, design choices, and incentives. Commentary connects gender equity in tech workplaces with the downstream impact of biased systems on products, platforms, and decision-making tools.

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Podcast interviews and panel discussions
Media commentary and expert quotes
Opinion pieces and analysis
Event moderation and fireside conversations

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Recent Topics & Writing

Workplace Culture: Women at Risk in an Unsustainable Workplace

Today, it is crucial to examine the challenges that women in the workplace face and how organisational culture contributes to these difficulties. Understanding the nuances of workplace culture is paramount to fostering an inclusive environment where all employees, irrespective of gender, can thrive. This article delves into the systemic issues within the tech sector, focusing on how the burden of addressing gender imbalance disproportionately falls on women, impacting their career progression and overall well-being.

Allyship: Ways to be an Ally for Women in Tech

The tech industry has long faced challenges in achieving gender equity. Allyship is the key to creating a more inclusive environment. It is essential for fostering a workplace where women in tech can thrive. By understanding what allyship truly means and how to implement it, everyone can contribute to positive change. It requires a continuous commitment to learning, growing, and taking action to support and elevate women in the workplace.

Women in Tech: Thriving in the Male-Dominated Tech Industry

The technology industry, despite its rapid growth and innovation, remains a male-dominated environment. While progress has been made, women in tech continue to face unique challenges. This article explores the current landscape for women in technology, the hurdles they encounter, and actionable strategies to not only survive but thrive in the tech sector. We will look at the future of women in the tech industry, discuss the importance of gender equality and provide insights to close the gender gap.

Career Coach or Mentor? Career Advice for Women in Tech Professionals

Navigating the complexities of the tech industry can be particularly challenging for women. Finding the right support system is crucial for career growth. Whether you seek a coach or a mentor, understanding the difference between coaching and mentorship will empower you to make informed decisions about your career path. This complete guide offers career tips and insights to help you thrive.

Why Women in Tech Are Still Being Overlooked

Being overlooked is rarely about performance. It’s about how credit, visibility, and influence are distributed inside teams. This article unpacks the patterns that keep women’s work unseen and under-valued in tech.

The 5 Non-Linear Stages of Career Progression for Women in Tech (and How to Master the Transitions)

Are you stuck at the mid-level, trying to climb a broken ladder? This article breaks down the 5 non-linear stages of career progression for women in tech, revealing why promotions require strategic leaps into influence and visibility, not just more coding skills.