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Women only make up 29% of retail leadership positions.
Women in tech, founders, VCs, consultants, even though stats don't exist,
it's safe to assume the numbers are even worse.
Who We Are
Retail Women in Tech is a global community dedicated to empowering women and allies passionate about retail and technology. We are change makers, champions and catalysts. Together is how we all succeed. Our mission is to create the conditions for women to gain greater representation and impact across every aspect of our industry.
What We Do
We cultivate meaningful connections between people of different backgrounds to inspire, support and learn from one another as we navigate through this thing called our careers (and life). We believe inclusion and diversity is required for personal and financial success. We are building the largest support network in retail to advance the presence and impact of women in retail & tech. We help you grow and find your way through personal and professional development, networking and mentorship.
Why We are Doing It
Because no one else is. Women make up most of the retail industry, but very few are in leadership roles. Specifically in the tech space, at any level, be it brand IT, tech companies, consulting firms, VCs, there is a void. Furthermore, women influence up to 80% of all purchasing decisions -- so from a business perspective, shouldn't our teams better mirror the customers we are serving? Our vision is to see women thrive, to elevate the next-gen of leaders and to drive the transformation of retail & tech.
How We Do It
Connections
In Person Meet-Ups
In Person Meet-Ups
Our community includes people from all aspects of retail: product, marketing, digital, e-commerce, supply chain, finance, HR, product management, IT. In tech: sales, marketing, product, customer success, partnerships. As well as, people from consulting, media, research firms, and analysts, authors, VCs, founders, and coaches from around the world.
In Person Meet-Ups
In Person Meet-Ups
In Person Meet-Ups
At industry events and in the cities we live, we host get togethers which provide us the opportunity to make new friends and see our industry pals. We value quality over quantity events. We are always looking for community leads to organize events in cities across the globe.
Mentorship
In Person Meet-Ups
Virtual Monthly Mixers
Given the incredible network of women and allies, knowing the importance of mentorship, we offer a free program To ensure we are making the best matches mentors and mentees are connected based on their individual needs and areas of expertise.
Virtual Monthly Mixers
Virtual Monthly Mixers
Virtual Monthly Mixers
On the second Friday of every month we create space to learn more about our industry, about each other and the skills needed to kick ass - discussions led by leaders in their fields. Is there a topic you are passionate about and would like to talk about with our community? Let us know!
Member Spotlights
Virtual Monthly Mixers
Member Spotlights
We launched a Power of WE Wednesday interview series where we showcase the career journeys of women and men from our community inspiring each other to embrace our path and follow our passions. We would love to share your story.
Partnerships
Virtual Monthly Mixers
Member Spotlights
We work with for profit and non-profit organizations to extend our reach and impact to achieve our mission. This includes: retailers, brands, tech companies, consulting firms, recruiters, media and other communities. We also partner with industry event leaders to drive brand awareness and engagement.
Friends of Retail Women in Tech
