Diana Navas-Rosette
Diversity and Inclusion GM
at Microsoft
Interview Title:
Bringing Access and Inclusion to Technology
Interview available:
Thursday, September 26, 2024
at 12:00 pm CT
“High Tech and High Touch”
Emigrating from Colombia as a teenager, Diana struggled to learn English, be accepted, and find her place. Through determination and hard work, she earned a master's degree and started moving up the corporate ladder. She found she was often the only woman, the only Latina, and the youngest person in the room. Determined to change this, she opened doors, built inclusive organizations, and promoted allyship.
Today, she is the Diversity and Inclusion GM at Microsoft - the 2nd largest and most valued company in the world. Tune in to learn about how Latinas are advancing TECH!
Interview is available at 12:00 pm CT on
Thursday, September 26, 2024
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Diana Navas-Rosette
Key Moments
[00:00:26] - Diana’s immigration story from Colombia
[00:02:00] - Challenges of adapting to a new culture as a teenager
[00:06:40] - Overcoming language barriers and finding mentors
[00:09:00] - Importance of resilience and adaptability in Diana’s journey
[00:13:00] - University experience and navigating academic challenges
[00:19:00] - Embracing cultural identity as a source of strength
[00:33:00] - How to thrive in corporate America as a Latina
[00:41:40] - Building inclusive cultures in the workplace
Our host:
Dr. Juana Bordas
is recognized as an elder and icon in the world of leadership, diversity, and the advancement of Latinos, women, and communities of color. She was the founding president of the National Hispana Leadership Institute, received the International Leadership Association Life-Time Achievement Award, and the first Latina faculty at the Center for Creative Leadership. Dr. Bordas is the author of The Power of Latino Leadership - Ahora!
