Chisme Talk: The Real Tea on Tech
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Chisme Talk: The Real Tea on Tech ☕💻
We’re spilling the tea on careers in tech! 👀
Join LatinosINtech, powered by Indy Networking, for Chisme Talk, a panel featuring tech professionals sharing their journeys into the industry, the lessons they’ve learned, the challenges they’ve faced, and what their experiences in tech really look like today.
Think of it as career conversations with a little chisme! Come curious, bring your questions, and get the inside scoop on navigating the tech industry, building connections, and finding your own path.
☕ Coffee and breakfast will be served, so grab a bite, meet new people, and join the conversation!
Whether you're already working in tech, exploring a career change, a student, or simply curious about the industry, there's a seat at the table for you.
Because sometimes, the best career advice comes with a little chisme. 😉
Come for the chisme. Leave with connections!
Lineup
Danisha Kennedy - Moderator
Danisha Kennedy is a dynamic and empowering leader with over 15 years of professional experience. For the past three years, she has led a technical support engineering team at Salesforce. Her path into tech was anything but traditional — she started in customer service and banking operations before moving into product and technical operations.
Maria Hooker - Panelist
Maria Hooker is a proud military spouse, mother of three, and graduate of Florida A&M University, where she earned a bachelor's degree in Criminal Justice. After stepping away from the workforce for more than a decade to support her husband's military career and her family through multiple relocations, Maria successfully reinvented her professional path and transitioned into the field of Information Technology. She began her IT career as an administrative assistant supporting Health Information Technology operations before joining Bell Techlogix as a Service Desk Level 1 Analyst. Through hard work and a commitment to learning, she later earned a promotion into IT Asset Management, where she leverages her diverse experiences to support organizational technology needs. While her path into IT was far from traditional, Maria is passionate about sharing her experience of starting a new career in a new industry later in life. She hopes to encourage others to embrace change, pursue new opportunities, and recognize that it is never too late to build a successful and rewarding career in technology.
Daniel Rosales - Panelist
Daniel Rosales is a first-generation Latino from Washington, D.C., with roots in El Salvador. His career journey spans the restaurant, retail, healthcare, and technology industries, proving that success in tech doesn’t always follow a traditional path. Today, he serves as a Success Guide at Salesforce, helping customers embrace technology through personalized coaching and meaningful connections. Since moving to Indianapolis nearly three years ago, Daniel has been passionate about giving back and uplifting underrepresented communities. He has volunteered with TechPoint Foundation for Youth, Latinx Pride, and Servants at Work (SAWs). He also serves as Co-Events Chair for Latinoforce at Salesforce and as a board member of the Mayor’s Latino Advisory Council. Through his journey, Daniel hopes to inspire others to recognize that transferable skills, determination, and a willingness to learn can open doors in tech and beyond.
Andrea Welker - Panelist
Andrea Welker is an energetic and inspirational leader with over 20 years of experience in the pharmaceutical industry, specializing in IT, Quality, and Research. For the past five years, Andrea Welker has excelled at Microsoft as an Account Technology Strategist, driving digital transformation for MedTech customers and delivering innovative solutions on a global scale. Andrea Welker is recognized for a demonstrated ability to master new challenges quickly, influence others, and build strong relationships and teams.
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Bell Techlogix - Sponsor
As a leading information technology managed services and solutions company, Bell Techlogix provides transformational Next Generation Digital Workplace and Infrastructure Management Solutions to large and mid-market enterprises, as well as the public sector. Through our state-of-the-art service delivery platforms, centers of excellence and our talented professionals, we help clients leverage technology for tangible, real world results; reducing costs, improving agility and providing exceptional responsiveness to their customers. Bell Techlogix has headquarter locations in Indianapolis, IN and Richmond, VA. For more information on Bell Techlogix, please visit us on the web at www.belltechlogix.com.
Polk Stables - Host Sponsor
Polk Stables is a unique coworking and community space in Indianapolis designed to bring entrepreneurs, professionals, and creatives together to connect, collaborate, and grow. With a focus on community and innovation, Polk Stables provides a welcoming environment where ideas and relationships can thrive.
Tickets for good, not greed Humanitix dedicates 100% of profits from booking fees to charity
