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Career Initiatives

Programs for women pursuing technology careers

From transitioning into tech to leading at the highest levels, MCWT's career programs support women at every stage of their professional journey.

Reignite! — Transitioning Women in Tech
Extended registration for Fall 2026 cohorts

Reignite! — Transitioning Women in Tech

Supports women returning to the workforce or transitioning into tech, offering growth opportunities in an evolving industry. With high demand for diverse talent, it provides a chance to launch a dynamic new career path. Interested in becoming a mentor? Email your interest to reignite@mcwt.org.

reignite@mcwt.org
Elevate
Registrations for Fall 2026 cohorts extended

Elevate

This six-week program for early-to-mid-career women in technology and first-line managers uniquely combines peer group exchanges with senior leader speakers to support leadership development and professional networking. Interested in becoming a facilitator? Email elevate@mcwt.org.

elevate@mcwt.org
Nominations accepted through September 7, 2026

Woman of the Year in Technology Award

The MCWT Woman of the Year in Technology award recognizes two remarkable women in Michigan making significant impacts in technology — in the areas of Empowering Leader and Community Impact. The 2026 recipients will be announced on November 14, 2026, during the MCWT Gala at the MGM Grand in Detroit.

Connecting techies across Michigan

ConnectNet

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

Not currently offered

Ignite! Mentoring

A mentoring program designed to enable women embarking on tech careers with one-on-one mentoring, matched with senior tech leaders. The focus is developing the mentor–mentee relationship and providing guidance to address the challenges women face pursuing and sustaining tech careers.

Not currently offered

ELEVATE: LEVEL UP

A dynamic six-month leadership development program created to empower women in technology to lead with confidence, clarity, and purpose. Guided by a certified executive coach and powered by We Build Character, it helps individual contributors, current managers, and emerging leaders grow into visible, strategic, and inspiring leaders.

Not currently offered

Women in Cyber

A virtual cybersecurity-skills development program for professional career women. Participants use Immersive Labs' interactive, hands-on content and CyberSkill exercises to empower one another in advancing their cybersecurity knowledge and experience.

Not currently offered

Leadership Clinic

For experienced female managers committed to developing their leadership skills and investing in their future. This annual clinic provides a personalized, interactive experience with CIOs and tech leaders from across Michigan.

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