SOUTHFIELD – Michigan Council of Women in Technology Foundation has named Lori Koza its executive director. She brings 20 years of MCWT volunteerism to the role along with 30 years of tech industry leadership.
“Lori understands the tech industry inside and out – and one of the greatest opportunities is fueling the talent pipeline,” said MCWT President Judy Asher. “She’s long been a proponent of creating and supporting opportunities for women and girls to grow and thrive in tech careers. Her belief in MCWT’s mission – and her actions over the last two decades to bring that mission to life – makes her uniquely positioned to lead us into our next era of impact.”
Lori Koza
Koza, an active MCWT member since 2005, has volunteered on various MCWT programs, participated in mentoring and provided strategic counsel through the nonprofit’s advisory board. She brings knowledge of the tech industry at large with her background in enterprise software sales and business development across companies such as Amazon Web Services, VMware, CrowdStrike, ServiceNow, HP and Symantec. Her expertise spans cybersecurity, cloud computing, AI and digital transformation, having worked closely on such issues to deliver positive outcomes and business value. Over her career, she also has built and led businesses with an entrepreneurial spirit, driven by a passion to help organizations grow and engage with their communities.
“MCWT is a key enabler for women’s careers, businesses’ success and Michigan’s economic resilience,” said Koza. “The organization is motivated by a big-picture vision of Michigan being the No. 1 state for women in tech and we have a comprehensive, pragmatic approach to convene diverse audiences who all play a role in getting there. I look forward to using this role to further deepen our relationships and power the programs proven to make a difference in inspiring and growing women in tech.”
As executive director, Koza will help strengthen partnerships, expand programs, and lead MCWT’s continued growth while fostering community among members, volunteers, and corporate partners. She will lead alongside MCWT President Judy Asher, Vice President Anita Klopfenstein and the board of directors.
With a vision to make Michigan the No. 1 state for girls and women in technology, the Michigan Council of Women in Technology Foundation delivers programming, scholarships, networking, learning, mentoring and robust technology experiences.
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