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Join us at the QT Connect Meetup in Montréal on April 24 at 5:30 PM, hosted by Microsoft. The 2024 theme is "Queering Up: Expand Your Mindset to be Future-Ready," and we'll explore how 2SLGBTQ+ tech professionals navigate innovation, inclusivity, and future readiness.

Discussions will include navigating workplace/ industry challenges, future trends, continuous upskilling, and the importance of community support. This event is perfect for 2SLGBTQ+ professionals, allies, and all folx exploring the intersection of queerness and technology, from those new to tech to seasoned professionals.

We don't want ticket costs to be a barrier to joining us in this discussion. We have scholarship and volunteer tickets available. To sign up for a scholarship ticket or to volunteer, fill out this form.

ABOUT THE PANELISTS:

David Beauchemin, Director, Data & AI, Microsoft

David Beauchemin leads the Azure Data & AI specialist team for Microsoft Canada and has 25 years of experience in technology, specializing in enabling digital transformation. Before joining Microsoft, he worked at Google and other technology companies. He has a degree in Computer Science and certificates from the Stanford Graduate School of Business and the Stanford School of Engineering.

Deasy Helena, Operations and Recruitment Manager, iWILL 'til iRECOVER

Deasy Helena is a global learner who creates experiences for people and organizations through platforms and consulting. She has experience working in not-for-profits and startups with an impact across 100+ countries worldwide. The bottom line: She is passionate about fostering inclusive and impactful communities by using her skills to embrace new opportunities.

Mitchell Mohorovich, Senior Software Developer, Unity Technologies

Mitchell Mohorovich is a software developer with experience working at the speed of startups, and at the scale of big tech. Over the course of his career, he has launched multiple $1B+ revenue generating products, undertaken large multi-region product rollouts, and managed applied AI at scale. His current focus at Unity is building a voice and text communications moderation platform to fight toxicity in online video games.

THANKS TO OUR HOST!

About Microsoft:
Microsoft Canada Inc. is the Canadian branch of Microsoft Corp., a global leader in software and technology solutions. They provide sales, marketing, consulting, and support services across Canada, with offices in nine regions. Microsoft Canada is also dedicated to philanthropy and community involvement beyond financial donations.

We thrive on diverse voices. We engage our employees' and customers' experiences, strengths, and different points of view to inform, challenge, and stretch our thinking. This is how we innovate.

Microsoft continues to be supportive QueerTech as we share a common mission: to queer the tech ecosystem by breaking down barriers, creating spaces, and connecting communities to support and empower LGBTQ2S+ people to thrive.