Women in Tech: Speaker talks • Open discussion

Join us for an afternoon of inspiring talks, open discussion, and professional networking at Dolley Madison Library in McLean.

Following our warm and lively Sunday Social, we’re excited to bring the community together again—to share experiences, explore career challenges, and build connections that support our professional growth.

✨ A Career Without the Inner Critic

How imposter syndrome and psychological barriers affect women’s job search

Speaker: Iryna Topykha, Product Designer at TherapyNotes https://www.linkedin.com/in/iryna-topykha/

We’ll explore how the inner critic and psychological barriers can influence women’s job search, confidence, and willingness to pursue new opportunities.

✨ Network Is Your Superpower

Building relationships that open doors

Speaker: Julia Larina, Product Design Leader and Boutique Agency Owner https://www.linkedin.com/in/julia-larina/

Julia leads a boutique agency that helps startups figure out what to build and how to grow—from product discovery and user research to scaling. Her team also helps small local businesses implement AI in their workflows.

In her talk, you’ll learn how to:

Find people who will advocate for you when you’re not in the room.

Start conversations that feel natural, not forced.

Follow up so a good chat becomes a real relationship.

What to expect

Speaker talks, open discussion, and time to connect with fellow attendees. Bring your questions and experiences—there will be space to listen, share, and get to know one another.

📅 November 14, 2026🕝 2:30–5:00 PM📍 Dolley Madison Library1244 Oak Ridge Avenue, McLean, VA

After the presentations and discussions, we’d love to continue the conversation at a cozy café nearby. Join us for an informal afterparty.

Whether you’re exploring your next career step, growing your network, or looking for a supportive professional community, we’d love to see you there 💙💛