Who we are.
A community-powered network making opportunities visible, accessible and safe for women+, trans women, and non-binary people in tech.
Our purpose
Representation shouldn't be accidental.
Across the tech industry, women+ continue to miss out on opportunities - not because they lack skill or ambition, but because information is scattered, calls for speakers are easy to miss, and professional opportunities rarely exist in one central place. Too often, these opportunities circulate in closed networks, making it harder for women+ to access them in time.
This lack of visibility contributes to a wider problem: women+ remain underrepresented as speakers, organisers, mentors, and even attendees at industry events.
And visibility isn't the only barrier.
Many women+ feel unsure, unwelcome, or even unsafe participating in tech spaces - especially when they are one of the few, or the only, women+ in the room. In a male-dominated industry, attending events, applying to speak, or stepping into leadership roles can feel intimidating, even when they are fully capable and qualified.
Her+ Tech Hub was created to change this.
We're building a space where women+ feel invited, supported, and safe to participate - not as exceptions, but as essential voices in the tech ecosystem. A space where opportunities are centralised, accessible, and shared openly, so women+ can discover events, CFPs, panels, workshops, scholarships, and community-led opportunities before they close.
It should be supported, intentional, and community-powered.
Our mission
Make opportunities visible, accessible, and inclusive.
Our mission is to empower women+ in technology by making opportunities visible, accessible, and inclusive - while upholding safety, representation, and accessibility at every step.
Our values
Five values that guide everything we do.
Her+ Tech Hub is built on values that guide every interaction, feature, and partnership:
- Inclusion - everyone deserves to belong
- Accessibility - design that includes everyone
- Integrity - honesty, fairness, and transparency
- Representation - visibility matters
- Community - we grow stronger together
Meet the founders
The people behind the Hub.
Juliana Smith is the founder of Smart Frames UI and creator of PBIX A11y, a framework that champions accessibility in data design.
With over 15 years of experience working with data across multiple industries and sectors, Juliana has built a career around uncovering the stories hidden within data, and making those stories visible to everyone.
Recognised as a thought leader in Power BI and accessible design, she's a sought-after speaker at global events and a passionate advocate for women+ in STEM.
Traci Sewell is a consultant, psychotherapist, and people-centric project manager, helping teams build healthier, more sustainable ways of working within the tech community.
With over 20 years of experience across psychotherapy, human resources, and global people management, Traci has built a career around understanding the human side of work, from burnout prevention to creating psychologically safe, high-performing teams.
Recognised for bringing emotional intelligence into technical environments, she is a sought-after speaker and mental health advocate, known for delivering honest, impactful sessions on team dynamics, leadership, and workplace wellbeing. She is also a vocal advocate for women+ in tech, championing greater inclusion, representation, and equity across the industry.
Margarita Neumüller is a Manager and Product Owner with over a decade of experience in the Data & AI space. She is passionate about turning complex technology into real business value - bridging the gap between what's technically possible and what truly matters to the organization.
Throughout her career, Margarita has worked at the intersection of data, AI, and business strategy, helping teams and stakeholders speak the same language and move in the same direction. She is a board member of Women in Tech e.V. and a regular speaker at events throughout Europe, championing diversity and innovation in the tech industry.
Yvette Lovas is a BI Consultant specializing in data visualization, analytics, and business intelligence. She is passionate about helping people unlock the value of data through clear communication, visual storytelling, and impactful insights.
Alongside her consulting work, Yvette is an active contributor to the data community through mentoring, speaking, and her involvement in the Hungarian Power BI User Group.
A strong advocate for diversity and inclusion in tech, she is committed to creating more opportunities for women to share their expertise, grow their visibility, and thrive within the industry.
Marisol Steinau is an entrepreneur and data architect focused on Data Engineering, DevOps, and modern data platforms.
As a mom working in tech, she understands the challenges of balancing career, family, visibility, and confidence in an industry where women are still underrepresented. She is passionate about supporting and encouraging more women to speak at conferences, share their expertise, and become visible role models in the tech community.
She strongly believes that diversity creates better technology, better teams, and better ideas and wants to help create more space for women in tech, especially mothers, to be seen, heard, and empowered.
Why we exist
Because women+ in tech deserve more.
- A central place to find opportunities
- A community that reflects their identity
- A platform built with accessibility at its core
- A space where safety, respect, and inclusion are non-negotiable
- A supportive environment where they feel confident attending, speaking, and leading
Our commitment
Held to the standards our community deserves.
Her+ Tech Hub follows the same principles as the Microsoft User Group Community Standards, ensuring:
- Respect
- Inclusion
- Safety
- Professional integrity
- Zero tolerance for harassment
Read the full Her+ Tech Hub Code of Conduct.