Shanna Gregory
About Shanna Gregory
Shanna Gregory serves as the Chief Program Officer at Women Who Code, where she has worked since 2021. She focuses on community growth and alternative education in the tech industry, overseeing initiatives that support leadership development and volunteer-led tech events globally.
Current Role at Women Who Code
Shanna Gregory serves as the Chief Program Officer at Women Who Code, a position she has held since 2021. In this role, she focuses on growing communities and alternative forms of education within the tech industry. She oversees a developer conference series aimed at supporting leadership development for members from 134 countries. Additionally, she manages programs and initiatives that support 500 volunteers who organize over 2000 free tech events annually.
Previous Experience in Leadership Roles
Before becoming Chief Program Officer, Shanna Gregory worked as the Global Leadership Manager at Women Who Code for seven months in 2019. In this capacity, she contributed to the organization's mission of empowering women in technology. She also held the position of Global Leadership Director at Women Who Code for five years, further enhancing her leadership experience within the organization.
Background in Education and Public Relations
Shanna Gregory began her career as an Alumni and Public Relations Assistant at Bard College at Simon's Rock, where she worked from 2008 to 2010. This role provided her with foundational skills in communication and community engagement. She studied at Bard College at Simon's Rock, which contributed to her understanding of educational frameworks.
Experience in Product Management
In 2018, Shanna Gregory worked as a Product Manager at America's Test Kitchen in Boston, Massachusetts, for seven months. This role allowed her to gain experience in product development and management within a well-known organization, further diversifying her professional background.
Commitment to Diversity in Technology
Shanna Gregory is dedicated to helping underrepresented individuals enter and remain in technology careers. Her work at Women Who Code reflects her commitment to fostering inclusivity and supporting diverse communities within the tech industry.