Women in Tech: An Interview with Melissa Esquibel

April 5, 2016 By Lynn Varacalli Cavanaugh

[Select a number to hear Melissa answer specific questions.]

The workplace is always changing, and as women leaders we have to find our place in it, regardless of the industry. Some of the best advice on how to do that comes from those who’ve already gone before us.

We recently caught up with Melissa Esquibel, a Microsoft Certified Trainer who began her career in technology at a time when women “didn’t do tech or study math.”

Using humor and the wisdom of time, Melissa opens up and takes us through her journey as an early pioneer in the male dominated world of technology and banking.

She shares valuable insights on making the transition from being a survivalist, member of the boy’s club to a cooperative, valued team player, and eventually a small business owner.

Select a number to hear Melissa answer specific questions about her experiences as she draws from her 35+ years in the tech industry.

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About Lynn Varacalli Cavanaugh

“An important attribute of success is to be yourself. Never hide what makes you, you." -- Indra Nooyi, Chairman and CEO, PepsiCo

As editor-in-chief of Woman’s Own and American Woman magazines, I have championed the personal and professional development of women for years. I started my career unsure of my own path and abilities, but I always had a natural curiosity and an interest in words and writing. When selected to launch American Woman as editor-in-chief, after a string of editorial jobs, I was thrilled—and terrified at being responsible for a brand new venture. All I could do was my best, based on my instincts and years of experience. American Woman was a success, offering me things I hadn’t achieved before—the confidence to do public speaking and a journalism award (Exceptional Merit Media award from the National Women’s Political Caucus & Radcliffe College). I hope my insights, now as an editor for Progressive Women’s Leadership, will help you on your own journey to career success.

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