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ConnectNet

No matter your background — seasoned tech pro, budding innovator, or tech enthusiast — these statewide networking events will equip you with the tools and insights to confidently navigate the dynamic world of technology.

Connecting techies across Michigan

ConnectNet: Building Inclusive Connections Across Michigan

ConnectNet is a dynamic, interactive event series designed to empower MCWT members and tech professionals to connect, collaborate, and grow. These quarterly gatherings provide a welcoming space to build meaningful relationships with individuals from across Michigan, including high-caliber students, professionals, entrepreneurs, managers, leaders, and those in career transitions. By fostering connections across industries, educational backgrounds, and experience levels, ConnectNet helps create a more inclusive and innovative workplace while advancing MCWT’s mission and vision.

Each ConnectNet session is an opportunity for social, personal, and professional development. Attendees engage in thought-provoking discussions, participate in collaborative activities, and gain insights from facilitators and guest speakers. These events are tailored to promote strong group dynamics, inspire leadership, and encourage the application of ideas through active participation.

With events held across Michigan in regions like Grand Rapids, Lansing, Benton Harbor, Bay City, Kalamazoo, Metro Detroit, and more, ConnectNet makes it easy to engage with a statewide network committed to inclusivity and innovation.

Why Attend ConnectNet?

Expand Your Network: Meet and collaborate with professionals and innovators from diverse backgrounds.

Grow Professionally: Gain tools, insights, and inspiration for personal and career advancement.

Support Inclusivity: Join a community dedicated to fostering diverse, inclusive workplaces.

Event Details:

Cost:

MCWT Members & Students: No cost

Non-MCWT Members: $25

Includes: Small bites and beverages

More information about each 2025 event will be released soon. To stay up to date, we encourage you to subscribe to our Career Newsletter here.

Don’t miss out on this valuable opportunity to connect and grow. For more information, contact connectnet@mcwt.org.

Interested in sponsoring a ConnectNet event? Download our Sponsorship Guide here and contact development@mcwt.org for more details!

Join an empowering, interactive ConnectNet event featuring tech leaders, industry insights, and best practices. This is your opportunity to connect with professionals across Michigan and plug into an inclusive, influential network dedicated to fostering innovation and inclusivity!

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Success stories

Meet Vanette Hill, a powerhouse IT manager at BCBSM breaking barriers in the tech world. Benefiting from the support of MCWT, she has risen from participant to lead of our ELEVATE cohort program.

We hope you’ll feel inspired by Vanette’s experience and the history our organization is making as we inspire and grow women in tech.

Vanette Hill

MCWT scholar Mariam Mahmoud shares her journey to success with her MCWT mentor match. All MCWT scholarship recipient are partnered with a mentor to guide and support them throughout their college career. To learn more about Mariam’s story, keep reading.

Mariam Mahmoud

Friends of MCWT Scholarship Recipient, Chelsea Carter shares her personal story of how MCWT fueled her passion for technology. Carter’s story serves as a prime example of how the MCWT lifecycle continues. To learn more about Chelsea’s journey, keep reading.

Chelsea Carter

Fay Ghoujeghi’s learning journey of professional development with MCWT has reached new heights. As an MCWT member, Ghoujeghi had an opportunity to experience a 6-month scholarship program. To learn more about Fay’s journey, keep reading.

Fay Ghoujeghi

Angela Matta shares her story on how her engagement with MCWT has led to scholarship and internship opportunities. Throughout the years of her involvement, MCWT has been the spark of Matta’s interest in computer science. To learn more about Angela’s story, click the button below.

Angela Matta

MCWT multi-year scholar, Himaja Motheram shares her personal story on how the GET-IT programs made an impact on her interest in technology. Throughout her course of the program, she grew closer to a community of girls who were just as eager to learn and engage as she was. To learn more about Himaja’s journey, click the button below.

Himaja Motheram

Taking scholars to the next level in their tech career is apart of MCWT’s goal to continue the lifecycle of girls and women in technology throughout Michigan. Take a moment to read this success story on Vonnita Jones, a former MCWT Scholarship recipient who was able to stay connected and engaged with MCWT on a career level.

Vonnita Jones

MCWT Scholar, Jenna Sultes shares her success story on how she has been able to grow into the MCWT community and continue her engagement as a former scholarship recipient.

Jenna Sultes

Learn more about the impact of MCWT’s Ignite! Mentoring had on Tatiana Duggan. This connection has led Tatianna to accomplish her goals and share her success story with MCWT and other young girls in tech.

Tatiana Duggan

Arial Magyar shares her story on how MCWT’s high school GET-IT program fostered her interest in design, coding, and programming, as well as how her skillset in technology has.

Arial Magyar

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