Join us on "From a Woman to a Leader" as we explore the transformative journey of Boomie Odumade, a dynamic Sr. Director of Engineering whose career spans critical roles in software development and leadership.
In this episode, Boomie dives deep into the strategies that helped her thrive in the tech industry and how her experiences can guide other Black women aiming to carve out their own paths in technology. From her candid reflections on overcoming initial setbacks in learning programming to her approach to empathetic leadership and continuous self-improvement, Boomie offers a wealth of advice on navigating the complex dynamics of tech environments. This discussion is packed with actionable insights for any Black woman looking to enhance her career and influence in technology. Tune in for an empowering session that will equip you with the tools to lead and succeed.
About Boomie
Olubunmi 'Boomie' Odumade is a Senior Director of Engineering with a rich background in software engineering and leadership. Boomie has consistently demonstrated her passion for using technology to empower people and improve lives. With decades of experience in both government and private sectors, including co-founding a startup that gamified fitness, Boomie has impacted applications and systems you likely interacted with. She is a firm believer in self-growth, lifelong learning, and leading with empathy. As an advocate for engineering excellence, Boomie continuously evolves with the technology landscape, embracing new challenges and opportunities to drive positive change.
She holds a bachelor of science in mechanical engineering, a master’s of science in computer science, and an M.B.A. from Wharton.
A firm believer in the power of mentoring and coaching, Boomie is involved in organizations that mentor youth (e.g. Big Brother Big Sister) and organizations that advise people interested in STEM careers, is a Board Trustee of the Visiola Foundation (a non-profit providing STEM education for African girls and women), and sometimes is an adjunct faculty.
Follow Boomie on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/odumade/
Learn about Boomies coaching: http://tinyurl.com/CoachingByBoomie
And here are some of the blogs that may be of interest:

Performance reviews can be empowering

Parallels between salsa dancing and my professional life

My experience shadowing GitLab’s Director of Engineering

Job Search Advice Blog (April 2024)

Some info on adoption, from one parent-by-adoption

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