When Intertech, one of the Twin Cities’ leading software development consulting firms, decided to host a WomenHack event at their Eagan headquarters, they joined a growing movement of companies taking concrete action on diversity.

The Event

On November 30, 2017, Intertech welcomed area employers and women IT professionals to their office at 1575 Thomas Center Drive in Eagan, Minnesota. The evening featured WomenHack’s signature rapid five-minute interviews, along with discussion on workplace diversity and inclusion.

For Intertech, the event represented more than a recruiting opportunity—it was a statement about the company’s values and vision for the tech industry.

The Industry Challenge

The statistics that motivated Intertech’s participation remain stubbornly relevant:

• Women make up only a quarter of employees in the IT industry
• Women hold just 11% of executive positions in tech
• Almost half of women who enter technology eventually leave—double the rate of men
• The turnover of women and minorities costs Silicon Valley over billion annually

For the Twin Cities tech ecosystem, these numbers represent both a challenge and an opportunity. Companies willing to invest in diversity recruiting gain access to talent their competitors overlook.

Why Hosting Matters

Intertech chose to host the event rather than simply participate, gaining several advantages:

• Home Field Advantage: Candidates experienced Intertech’s culture firsthand
• Maximum Visibility: As host, Intertech was the featured employer of the evening
• Community Leadership: Hosting positioned Intertech as a diversity leader in the Twin Cities
• Employee Engagement: Team members could participate and share authentic perspectives

A Collaborative Approach

While Intertech hosted, the event brought together employers from across the region. This collaborative approach benefits everyone: candidates meet multiple companies, companies share the investment, and the broader ecosystem strengthens.

WomenHack events regularly feature this multi-company format. Recent events have included companies like Marelli, Rocket Companies, PACCAR, Liferay, and many others working together to connect with diverse talent.

About Intertech

Intertech has established itself as a leading Twin Cities-based software development consulting firm with a national presence. The company combines consulting and training services for mid-sized businesses and government agencies, building solutions that span web, mobile, cloud, and enterprise applications.

Their participation in WomenHack reflects an understanding that diverse teams build better software—and that leading companies must take active steps to access diverse talent.

The Ongoing Effort

One event doesn’t solve the diversity challenge in tech. But companies like Intertech that take visible action create ripple effects:

• Other companies see what’s possible and follow suit
• Women in tech see employers genuinely committed to inclusion
• The local tech ecosystem becomes more welcoming for everyone

Bring WomenHack to Your City

WomenHack operates in over 125 cities worldwide, bringing the speed-interview format and diversity-focused community to local tech ecosystems.

Whether you’re in the Twin Cities, Silicon Valley, London, or anywhere in between, WomenHack provides a proven platform for connecting with talented women in tech.

Learn about hosting a WomenHack event at your company.