Carol Maddren Schofield
About Carol Maddren Schofield
Carol Maddren Schofield serves as the Director of the Dallas Network for Women Who Code and Co-City Director for Lesbians Who Tech, demonstrating her commitment to diversity in the tech industry. With a background in both computer science and humanities, she brings a unique perspective to her roles at Thoughtworks and her previous positions.
Current Role at Women Who Code
Carol Maddren Schofield serves as the Director of the Dallas Network at Women Who Code, a position she has held since 2016. In this role, she focuses on empowering women in technology and fostering a supportive community for female tech professionals. Her leadership contributes to the organization's mission of promoting diversity and inclusion within the tech industry.
Involvement with Lesbians Who Tech
In addition to her role at Women Who Code, Carol Maddren Schofield is the Co City Director for the Dallas Network at Lesbians Who Tech, a position she has maintained since 2015. This involvement reflects her commitment to advocating for LGBTQ+ representation in technology and creating a welcoming environment for diverse voices in the field.
Professional Experience at Thoughtworks
Carol has been employed at Thoughtworks as a Consultant Developer since 2014. In this capacity, she applies her technical skills and experience to deliver software solutions, collaborating with teams to drive innovation and efficiency in development processes.
Educational Background
Carol Maddren Schofield studied at Texas Woman's University, where she earned a Bachelor of Science in Computer Science from 2010 to 2012. She also attended the University of West Florida, achieving a Bachelor of Arts in Humanities from 2007 to 2008. Her educational background in both computer science and humanities equips her with a unique interdisciplinary perspective.
Previous Work Experience
Before her current roles, Carol worked as an Associate Software Engineer at Southwest Airlines from 2012 to 2013. She also gained experience as a Library Assistant at Information International Associates from 2004 to 2007. These positions contributed to her technical skills and understanding of various professional environments.