Alumnae Leadership Board

Be an Alum Leadership Board Member

The Alumnae Leadership Board is a dedicated group of leaders from Technovation's most active countries, serving as the voice of our global alumnae community. They play an integral role in shaping the future of alumnae programming and championing the organization as a whole.

The board operates on a one-year term with an average commitment of 4-5 hours per month.

The Alumnae Leadership Board is an application-based opportunity. Alumnae who are selected to participate must commit to volunteering between 4-5 hours a month for the full term.

Applications are currently closed and will reopen in spring of 2026.

What the Alumnae Leadership Board Does

As leaders and change-makers, the board members actively contribute to Technovation’s mission in several critical ways:

Provide Strategic Feedback: They serve as a key feedback hub for the design and improvement of alumnae programming.
Drive Special Projects: Each member completes a special project to advance the alumnae community or the organization's goals.
Champion the Mission: They champion Technovation’s mission by providing event support, engagement, and advocating for the organization in their local communities.

Benefits of Service

Serving on the Leadership Board is a significant opportunity for professional growth and networking:

Professional Development: Members build leadership and professional skills crucial for their careers.

Exclusive Access: They gain access to educational tools and exclusive opportunities, such as advisory groups, speaking engagements, and special events.

Networking: They benefit from professional and personal networking with fellow alumnae and industry connections worldwide.

Recognition: Members are proudly showcased on the Technovation website and receive recommendation letters, references, and resume building support.

Apply to be a Leadership Board member:

Applications are currently closed and will reopen in spring of 2026

2025 Alumnae Leadership Board

<strong>Emerald Akhaumere</strong></br>Nigeria, ML Engineer</br></br>Emerald Akhaumere is a Machine Learning Engineer and the founder of AfroTechXcel, an AI-driven social enterprise empowering African girls and women with tech skills. With over 650 young women trained, she has pioneered AI initiatives in education and healthcare, including a CNN-based cervical cancer detection model. A Silver and Gold Duke of Edinburgh Award holder, Emerald has also led successful programs like the LLaMA 3.1 Impact Hackathon and Google Developer Groups. Through mentorship and leadership, she is driving innovation and making a lasting impact on Africa's tech landscape. — **Emerald Akhaumere**
Nigeria, ML Engineer

Emerald Akhaumere is a Machine Learning Engineer and the founder of AfroTechXcel, an AI-driven social enterprise empowering African girls and women with tech skills. With over 650 young women trained, she has pioneered AI initiatives in education and healthcare, including a CNN-based cervical cancer detection model. A Silver and Gold Duke of Edinburgh Award holder, Emerald has also led successful programs like the LLaMA 3.1 Impact Hackathon and Google Developer Groups. Through mentorship and leadership, she is driving innovation and making a lasting impact on Africa's tech landscape.

<strong>Nour Attafi</strong></br>United States, BI Analyst</br></br>I’m Nour Attafi, I work as a BI and data analyst at a manufacturing company in Wisconsin, USA, and I’m currently pursuing a degree in Applied Computing. I’ve been involved in technology and global advocacy since 2017, I spent two years as a tech mentor in Tunisia, where I’m originally from. I’m passionate about using technology to create positive impact, and I’m excited to be part of the Technovation Alumnae Leadership Board to help support and inspire the next generation. — **Nour Attafi**
United States, BI Analyst

I’m Nour Attafi, I work as a BI and data analyst at a manufacturing company in Wisconsin, USA, and I’m currently pursuing a degree in Applied Computing. I’ve been involved in technology and global advocacy since 2017, I spent two years as a tech mentor in Tunisia, where I’m originally from. I’m passionate about using technology to create positive impact, and I’m excited to be part of the Technovation Alumnae Leadership Board to help support and inspire the next generation.

<strong>Ana Balteanu</strong></br>Canada, Software Developer</br></br>Hi! I'm Ana, a Computer Science and business dual degree student at the University of Western Ontario and Ivey Business School in Canada. I have been involved in Technovation since 2017 as a competitor, mentor, app developer and Leadership Board member. Starting in July, I will be a Software Developer in the Quantitative Technology Services at the Royal Bank of Canada. I look forward to connecting with more Technovation Alumni worldwide and seeing what you have been doing since Technovation! — **Ana Balteanu**
Canada, Software Developer

Hi! I'm Ana, a Computer Science and business dual degree student at the University of Western Ontario and Ivey Business School in Canada. I have been involved in Technovation since 2017 as a competitor, mentor, app developer and Leadership Board member. Starting in July, I will be a Software Developer in the Quantitative Technology Services at the Royal Bank of Canada. I look forward to connecting with more Technovation Alumni worldwide and seeing what you have been doing since Technovation!

<strong>Maryam Bello</strong></br>Nigeria, Entrepreneur</br></br>Maryam Bello is a social entrepreneur, and Co-founder of Parker’s Mobile Clinic and ITIS. With over seven years of experience, she is dedicated to advancing healthcare access, gender equity, and climate resilience in underserved communities. Through Parker’s Mobile Clinic, she has provided digital health services to over 100,000 people, while ITIS empowers youth with AI and tech skills to solve local challenges. Maryam also serves as a Global Youth Mobility Ambassador and has spoken on global platforms about youth leadership, digital innovation, and sustainability. — **Maryam Bello**
Nigeria, Entrepreneur

Maryam Bello is a social entrepreneur, and Co-founder of Parker’s Mobile Clinic and ITIS. With over seven years of experience, she is dedicated to advancing healthcare access, gender equity, and climate resilience in underserved communities. Through Parker’s Mobile Clinic, she has provided digital health services to over 100,000 people, while ITIS empowers youth with AI and tech skills to solve local challenges. Maryam also serves as a Global Youth Mobility Ambassador and has spoken on global platforms about youth leadership, digital innovation, and sustainability.

<strong>Inés Blanco</strong></br>Spain, Financial Risk Product Analyst @ S&P Global</br></br>Inés is a young professional designing and building fintech products at S&P Global. Throughout her journey she has contributed to projects to make education open and accessible, which she started with her first Technovation project, and as part of multiple non-profits since. As part of the Alumnae Leadership Board she hopes to join forces with other alumnae worldwide to strengthen the opportunities and community of our fantastic alumnae. — **Inés Blanco**
Spain, Financial Risk Product Analyst @ S&P Global

Inés is a young professional designing and building fintech products at S&P Global. Throughout her journey she has contributed to projects to make education open and accessible, which she started with her first Technovation project, and as part of multiple non-profits since. As part of the Alumnae Leadership Board she hopes to join forces with other alumnae worldwide to strengthen the opportunities and community of our fantastic alumnae.

<strong>Maria Delgado</strong></br>Spain, FCOO at ThinkingBeyond, Undergrad University of Groningenl</br></br>Maria is a creative and analytical young leader, co-founder of ThinkingBeyond Education and programs innovator for multiple non-profits. With multiple years of experience and ThinkingBeyond, she has been inspiring her generation as a role model in STEM and mathematics, curating high-quality experiences and helping rising talent catalyse their potential. Her current line of work lies on the intersection of emerging technologies like AI, ML and Quantum Computing with research-like experiences. Maria also serves as an online activist for inclusion and neurodiversity. — **Maria Delgado**
Spain, FCOO at ThinkingBeyond, Undergrad University of Groningenl

Maria is a creative and analytical young leader, co-founder of ThinkingBeyond Education and programs innovator for multiple non-profits. With multiple years of experience and ThinkingBeyond, she has been inspiring her generation as a role model in STEM and mathematics, curating high-quality experiences and helping rising talent catalyse their potential. Her current line of work lies on the intersection of emerging technologies like AI, ML and Quantum Computing with research-like experiences. Maria also serves as an online activist for inclusion and neurodiversity.

<strong>Nisha Goel</strong></br>United States,Hardware Security Engineer</br></br>Hi, my name is Nisha! I work as a hardware security engineer at Dell Technologies. I am passionate about supporting women in STEM fields and education, which is where my volunteering efforts go. Technovation was a life-changing experience for me in high school, and so to give back, I’ve been an alumni board member for the last three years, and prior to that, was a Student Ambassador in 2017. I also served as a Technovation mentor & judge in 2023 and hope to start that again soon. I truly love supporting a mission so global and empowering for girls of all ages. — **Nisha Goel**
United States,Hardware Security Engineer

Hi, my name is Nisha! I work as a hardware security engineer at Dell Technologies. I am passionate about supporting women in STEM fields and education, which is where my volunteering efforts go. Technovation was a life-changing experience for me in high school, and so to give back, I’ve been an alumni board member for the last three years, and prior to that, was a Student Ambassador in 2017. I also served as a Technovation mentor & judge in 2023 and hope to start that again soon. I truly love supporting a mission so global and empowering for girls of all ages.

<strong>Aditi Jain</strong></br>India, AI Product Analyst</br></br>Hi! I’m Aditi Jain from Delhi, India — an innovator, entrepreneur, and tech enthusiast passionate about using technology to drive meaningful change. What began as curiosity turned into a mission through Technovation: to make innovation inclusive, impactful, and accessible to all. Through my various social ventures, I’ve seen how tech can transform lives. I’ve also founded several tech ventures that earned national and international recognition. Technovation didn’t just teach me to build apps—it gave me wings. Now, I’m committed to helping girls everywhere find theirs, and to building a world where courage, creativity, and code lead the way. — **Aditi Jain**
India, AI Product Analyst

Hi! I’m Aditi Jain from Delhi, India — an innovator, entrepreneur, and tech enthusiast passionate about using technology to drive meaningful change. What began as curiosity turned into a mission through Technovation: to make innovation inclusive, impactful, and accessible to all. Through my various social ventures, I’ve seen how tech can transform lives. I’ve also founded several tech ventures that earned national and international recognition. Technovation didn’t just teach me to build apps—it gave me wings. Now, I’m committed to helping girls everywhere find theirs, and to building a world where courage, creativity, and code lead the way.

<strong>Slava Kusova</strong></br>Canada, Technical Sales Engineer</br></br>Hi, I’m Slava! I work in technical sales for manufacturing equipment and have a background in mechanical engineering, which I first got into back in high school. I love combining the technical side of things with building real connections in the industry. Over the years, I’ve been part of several Technovation networking events, and I was a Student Ambassador in 2018—both great experiences that helped me grow personally and professionally. — **Slava Kusova**
Canada, Technical Sales Engineer

Hi, I’m Slava! I work in technical sales for manufacturing equipment and have a background in mechanical engineering, which I first got into back in high school. I love combining the technical side of things with building real connections in the industry. Over the years, I’ve been part of several Technovation networking events, and I was a Student Ambassador in 2018—both great experiences that helped me grow personally and professionally.

<strong>Joy Offere</strong></br>Kenya, Software Engineer</br></br>Joy Offere is a software engineer graduate and a dynamic social impact leader. As the co-founder of Shenovate, she empowers young women across Africa with digital skills, entrepreneurship training, and leadership development. A recipient of the Diana Award and a Microsoft Student Ambassador, Joy has been recognized globally for her work in education, gender equity, and technology. She is committed to reimagining learning experiences through innovation and inclusion. Joy aspires to pursue a Master’s in Education (Digital and Social Change) and lead transformative initiatives that bridge the gender gap in tech. — **Joy Offere**
Kenya, Software Engineer

Joy Offere is a software engineer graduate and a dynamic social impact leader. As the co-founder of Shenovate, she empowers young women across Africa with digital skills, entrepreneurship training, and leadership development. A recipient of the Diana Award and a Microsoft Student Ambassador, Joy has been recognized globally for her work in education, gender equity, and technology. She is committed to reimagining learning experiences through innovation and inclusion. Joy aspires to pursue a Master’s in Education (Digital and Social Change) and lead transformative initiatives that bridge the gender gap in tech.

<strong>Giovanna Romero</strong></br>Mexico, Developer @ Kalypso - Rockwell Automation</br></br>Giovanna’s interests lie at the intersection of engineering, education and climate action. She has been actively involved in several STEM initiatives across North America. She helped in the development of Technovation Climate Curriculum, MIT Day of Climate educational materials and Girl Up 2023 WiSci Camp. As part of the Leadership Board, she hopes to engage in new projects and connect with fellow alumnae to spread Technovation mission. — **Giovanna Romero**
Mexico, Developer @ Kalypso - Rockwell Automation

Giovanna’s interests lie at the intersection of engineering, education and climate action. She has been actively involved in several STEM initiatives across North America. She helped in the development of Technovation Climate Curriculum, MIT Day of Climate educational materials and Girl Up 2023 WiSci Camp. As part of the Leadership Board, she hopes to engage in new projects and connect with fellow alumnae to spread Technovation mission.