Learn more about AWT and our dedication to 
increasing the influence of women in technology!

100% of our fundraising proceeds support the AWT Charitable Foundation.

AWT is a non-profit organization dedicated to advancing the careers of women in technology. We do this through awarding scholarships, developing leaders, and creating community.

Established in 2005, the AWT Charitable Foundation 501(c)(3) provides scholarships to women in California studying technology at four-year institutions.

Meet the AWT Board

2026 Board of Directors

Julie Lowery
President

Laura Peters
Vice President

Beverly Tseng
Secretary

Alexandra Lang
Treasurer

Christine Crawford
Marketing

Brigitte Lindstrom
Marketing

Rebecca Rossini
Scholarships

Lorelle Welch
Corporate Relations
(Sponsorships)

Marvel Zhao
Events

Whitney Underwood
Events

Melissa K. Browne
Community Relations

Anjly Khurana
Operations

Dan Choi
Governance

Sara Siddiqui
Alumni Relations

2026 Board Advisors

Carmella Cassetta
AWT Advisor Chair – AWT for Life

Geraldine Ramezani
AWT Advisor – AWT for Life & Corp Relations

Annette Smith
AWT Advisor – Scholarships

Christi Haley-Stover
AWT Advisor – Marketing

Mary Cruse
AWT Advisor – Events

Joel Manfredo
AWT Advisor – Community Relations

Cynthia Newkirk
AWT Advisor – Alumni Relations

Thomas Phelps
AWT Advisor – Governance