Claudia Pilgrim aka "Ms. Copywriter"

Where are you from?

 From the capital of parties, politics and persuasion...Washington, DC. 

Are you relatively new to the field of Information Technology and interested in learning more?

 I've been in IT for over 13 years.

Are you currently working in your field at a company? Are you a Tech Entrepreneur?

I am the Founder and CEO of Capital Consulting Group, LLC. A company focused on  Email Marketing and Data Analytics. 

What College/University did you attend? And/or currently attending? What is/was your major/minor?

I went to Towson University for both Undergrad and Grad School. I have a BS in e-Business, a minor in Computer Information Systems, an MS in Applied IT, and a Post Baccalaureate in Networking Technologies.

What Industry do you work in? (Past and present)

Information Technology and Digital Marketing.

What is your job title? (Past and present)

CEO and Founder.

Dionzia Farris

Where are you from?

Norfolk, VA

Are you relatively new to the field of Information Technology and interested in learning more?

Not new at all. I have been in the IT field for almost 24 years, but I am always looking to learn more.

Are you currently working in your field at a company? Are you a Tech Entrepreneur?

I am both. I work for DTCC but I am also the owner of JaiKen LLC. It is a female, minority, veteran owned web design business that caters to start ups and small businesses trying to establish an internet presence. 

What College/University did you attend? And/or currently attending? What is/was your major/minor?

I have a BachelorBachelor'  degree from St. Leo University in Computer Information Systems and a Master's  in Information Technology, with an emphasis in Software Engineering, from University of Maryland University College.

What Industry do you work in? (Past and present)

I am currently working on software programs in the Financial industry, but I spent the majority of my post Air Force career working for various Department of Defense contractors on defense software programs. I also spent some time on a research and development satellite program. 

What is your job title? (Past and present)

I am currently a Sr. Quality Assurance Engineer. I have been a Business Analyst, Network Manager for a military base, SQL/Unix Server administrator to name a few. However my favorite title is that of Veteran.