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Get ready for an exciting and empowering conversation with three dynamic women in tech—Zandy Ring, Menaka Sankaralingam, and Jodie Fiorenza—who will share their personal career journeys and the unique paths they've taken to get to where they are today. These leaders from the Automattic family of products will dive into the pivotal moments, key lessons, and the experiences that have shaped their careers. Along the way, they'll offer insights on overcoming challenges, embracing opportunities, and finding success in an ever-evolving industry.

Jodie Fiorenza

Jodie brings twenty years of sales and marketing experience to the WordPress space. Her marketing expertise and ability to restructure and to systematize businesses has been recognized by business leaders in many fields including media, consumer product goods, and nonprofits.

She was on the organizing team for WordCamp US in Philadelphia and can be found speaking at WordCamps across the country. She volunteers at many local organizations.

In her downtime, she has been known to get lost in old bookstores avoiding the fact that there is no more shelf space at home. Jodie lives in Philadelphia with her family, pets, and entirely too many houseplants.

Menaka Sankaralingam

Menaka Sankaralingam is a Code Wrangler at WooCommerce. She is a Google Certified Professional Data Engineer with a PhD in Natural Language Processing. Menaka is a seasoned data professional with experience leading data-driven initiatives in the e-commerce domain. Her expertise spans building data solutions, mentoring analysts, and driving growth through efficient data pipelines and advanced analytics. Combining deep technical knowledge with a learner mindset, Menaka continuously stays up-to-date with cloud certifications. Her patience, perseverance, and strong problem-solving abilities enable her to contribute effectively to complex projects.

Zandy Ring

Zandy Ring is the Chief Operating Officer at Tumblr, a division of Automattic. Ring holds a Bachelor of Arts degree from St. Bonaventure University and is responsible for overseeing the day-to-day operations and strategic initiatives of the Tumblr platform. With a wealth of experience in the technology industry, Ring has demonstrated a strong track record of driving growth and innovation in their career.