When VidMob Software Engineer Dorcas Ujiji co-hosted a WomenHack conference in Hartford, Connecticut, she witnessed firsthand the power of community in tech careers. Her story—and the stories of the women she met—illustrates why events like WomenHack matter.
From Sponsor to Host
VidMob, a creative technology company, sponsored the WomenHack Hartford event as part of their commitment to diversity in the tech industry. For Dorcas, it was an opportunity to give back to a community that had supported her own career journey.
WomenHack’s speed-dating style career fair format created a unique environment. Rather than the intimidating atmosphere of traditional recruiting events, the evening fostered genuine connections and meaningful conversations.
Meeting Women at Career Crossroads
What struck Dorcas most was meeting women at pivotal moments in their professional lives. “I met a good number of women at the cusp of a career change,” she shared. “Women who realized they wanted something different in their professional lives and were bold enough to go acquire the necessary skills.”
This is the reality for many WomenHack attendees: talented professionals who have invested in reskilling or upskilling, ready to transition into tech but unsure how to break in. Events like WomenHack bridge that gap.
The Power of Representation
Having Dorcas—a Black woman working as a software engineer—visible at the event mattered. Representation shows what’s possible. When attendees see someone who looks like them succeeding in tech, it expands their sense of what’s achievable.
This is particularly important given the statistics: while women make up 27% of tech workers, Black women hold only 3% of computing roles. Events that center diverse voices help change that equation.
Beyond the Interview
While WomenHack events are designed for recruiting, their impact extends further. The connections formed—between attendees, between candidates and companies, between women at different career stages—create lasting networks.
For Dorcas, co-hosting the event was about more than helping VidMob recruit. It was about contributing to a tech community that supports women’s advancement.
VidMob’s Commitment to Diversity
VidMob’s sponsorship of WomenHack reflects broader company values. The creative technology company understands that diverse teams build better products—and that demonstrating commitment to diversity helps attract top talent.
Sponsoring events like WomenHack sends a clear message to candidates: this is a company where women are valued, where diversity is prioritized, and where you can build a meaningful career.
Advice for Companies
For companies considering WomenHack participation, Dorcas’s experience offers lessons:
- Send diverse representatives: Candidates want to see themselves reflected in your team
- Share authentic stories: Real experiences resonate more than polished pitches
- Focus on connection: The speed-interview format works because it’s personal
- Think beyond hiring: Events build brand awareness and community goodwill
Join the Community
Whether you’re a woman in tech looking for your next opportunity, or a company ready to build a more diverse team, WomenHack provides the platform for connection.
Founded with the goal of getting more women in front of diversity-first companies, WomenHack has grown to a community of 40,000+ members and 750+ events globally. That growth reflects a simple truth: when you create space for connection, people show up.