Breaking Down Barriers in Tech Employment
March 5 @ 5:00 pm – 8:00 pm EST
Breaking Down Barriers in Tech Employment brings together business leaders, hiring managers, technologists, and community advocates for a powerful evening centered on expanding access, opportunity, and diversity in the tech workforce.
The event features:
-A professional networking hour with drinks and hors d’oeuvres
-Action-focused dialogue around inclusion, recruitment, and workforce development
-A moderated panel discussion featuring regional tech and economic development leaders
Attendees will leave with a clear understanding of both the opportunities and the obstacles in Hampton Roads’ tech landscape—recognizing that while pathways into tech are often perceived as gated behind degrees, years of experience, or security clearances, there are increasingly valid alternatives that reduce those barriers.
They’ll learn how certifications, apprenticeships, transferable skills (including military experience), and structured support programs can open doors that traditional hiring practices may have previously closed.
The event will also emphasize the importance of networking and relationship-building as tools to bypass rigid application filters, while highlighting real success stories that demonstrate how individuals have overcome these challenges and transitioned into meaningful tech careers. Ultimately, attendees will leave feeling empowered with actionable knowledge and the reassurance that the region is actively working to remove systemic barriers and create a more inclusive, accessible tech community.
Learn more about the event and sponsorship opportunities here.
