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believe it and achieve it
Liz Brown stands at the intersection of technology, innovation, and community engagement, truly embodying the essence of a “catalyst for change.” Over a remarkable 15-year trajectory, she’s demonstrated an exceptional blend of tech acumen, community-building, and leadership in cross-functional teams.
A seasoned public speaker, Liz has graced international platforms, including the renowned SXSW, delivering keynote addresses for esteemed organizations like Cigna. Additionally, her influence in the tech landscape was underscored when she was spotlighted by Salesforce as as Trailblazer. Her unique combination of eloquence and depth of insight makes her an influential voice in the tech domain.
Liz’s technological contributions are manifold. Beyond her discerning role on review boards for startup accelerators, notably Backstage Capital. Serving as Managing Director of Backstage Accelerator, she played a pivotal role in nurturing and advancing startups.
The ascent of her company, Webjunto, showcases her entrepreneurial prowess. Not only did the company achieve impressive revenue milestones under her leadership, but it also received recognition from Governor Wolf for a groundbreaking apprenticeship program initiated by Liz. Additionally, their commitment to inclusivity garnered them Philadelphia’s Best Tech Workplace for Diversity at the Timmy Awards.
At her essence, Liz champions diversity and inclusion. Her endeavors have been pivotal in enhancing the influence of entrepreneur organizations, especially within Black, brown, and underserved entrepreneurial circles.
For those looking to harness the expertise of a tech maven, an insightful leader, or a compelling speaker, Liz is your go-to.
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believe it and achieve it
Liz Brown stands at the intersection of technology, innovation, and community engagement, truly embodying the essence of a “catalyst for change.” Over a remarkable 15-year trajectory, she’s demonstrated an exceptional blend of tech acumen, community-building, and leadership in cross-functional teams.
A seasoned public speaker, Liz has graced international platforms, including the renowned SXSW, delivering keynote addresses for esteemed organizations like Cigna. Additionally, her influence in the tech landscape was underscored when she was spotlighted by Salesforce as as Trailblazer. Her unique combination of eloquence and depth of insight makes her an influential voice in the tech domain.
Liz’s technological contributions are manifold. Beyond her discerning role on review boards for startup accelerators, notably Backstage Capital. Serving as Managing Director of Backstage Accelerator, she played a pivotal role in nurturing and advancing startups.
The ascent of her company, Webjunto, showcases her entrepreneurial prowess. Not only did the company achieve impressive revenue milestones under her leadership, but it also received recognition from Governor Wolf for a groundbreaking apprenticeship program initiated by Liz. Additionally, their commitment to inclusivity garnered them Philadelphia’s Best Tech Workplace for Diversity at the Timmy Awards.
At her essence, Liz champions diversity and inclusion. Her endeavors have been pivotal in enhancing the influence of entrepreneur organizations, especially within Black, brown, and underserved entrepreneurial circles.
For those looking to harness the expertise of a tech maven, an insightful leader, or a compelling speaker, Liz is your go-to.
Philosophy
Harnessing Your Potential
From the heart of a dilapidated community to the pinnacle of tech leadership, my journey showcases bootstrapping at its finest. Understanding the essence of starting with little and leveraging every resource available, I embody the resilience and innovation required to thrive in this ever-evolving innovation landscape.
Driven by a fusion of design thinking and community engagement, my philosophy marries innovation with real-world impact. If you’re in search of a partner who values cultural competence, champions diversity, equity, inclusion, accessibility (DEIA), and prioritizes genuine collaboration, then let’s co-create solutions.
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Education
M.S. Information Design & Technology
SUNY IT
Areas of Study: Visual communication, user interfaces (UI), user experience (UX), instructional design, cognitive learning theory, design theory, motivation theory, advanced web development, etc.
Thesis focus: designing tools for learning, utilizing cognitive learning theory to develop an online platform for civic engagement.
M.A. Urban Planning
University at buffalo
Specialization: Community development and central city revitalization.
Areas of Study: Urban design, geographic information systems (GIS), tourism planning, economic development, etc.
Thesis focus: proposal for YWCA to utilize adaptive reuse of space to accommodate housing and support programs for victims of domestic violence.
B.A. Communication
university at buffalo
Areas of Study: Organizational communication, intercultural communication, mass media, digital media, Mandarin Chinese, etc.
Study Abroad in Singapore, Nanyang Technological University
Graduated with honors, as Vice President of Lambda Pi Eta.
Recognition
Greater Philadelphia Leadership Exchange, Economy League, 2020
Connectors and Keepers Fellow,
Leadership Philadelphia, 2019
Technology Early Career Development Advocate Award & Keynote, Cigna 2019
Technologist of the Year,
Rad Awards, 2018
Best Tech Workplace for Diversity, Timmy Awards, 2017
Honorably Discharged Veteran,
United States Air Force, 2003