Send us a text Natalie Marino is the Founder and CEO of The Latina Techie, a community to serve fellow Latina sisters in finding their voice in STEM, responsible for bridging efficiency gaps while utilizing technology to help create efficiencies and automation in your business practices. Natalie has earned over a decade of experience working with the intricacies of Professional Employer Organizations (PEO). She began her career in Benefits, which led her to the STEM world by way of Human Resource Information Systems, where she found her true passion. Natalie is known for driving growth, and prestige, while maximizing operational excellence, and delivering technology solutions. She most recently served as Senior Product Owner with ADP in the Global Product and Technology Division of the business. The Latina Techie is rooted in the commitment to celebrating collaboration over competition. Community is about you, about me, about us, and for that reason, we choose to show up every day with the purpose to serve. Natalie is proud to have partnered and contributed with organizations such as Virtual Mom Collective, Flourish Media, Women For Success, Tribaja, Spark, and more. Find Natalie on IG:thelatina.techie Summary In this conversation, Natalie Marino, also known as the Latina Techie, shares her tips for dealing with glitches in technology and discusses her journey in the tech industry. She talks about the importance of empowering Latinas in the tech space and how she started her own brand, the Latina Techie. Natalie also reflects on the impact she wants to make and how she wants to be remembered as someone who brought her family together and made a difference in her community. She shares her plans for future events and mentorship programs. Takeaways Be prepared for technology glitches and always have backup solutions. Empower Latinas in the tech space by providing resources and opportunities. Take risks and bet on yourself to create a better life. Infiltrate male-dominated spaces to create change and representation. Build a legacy of unity and support within your family and community. Chapters 00:00 Introduction 01:04 Natalie's Tips for Dealing with Glitches 04:25 The Origin Story of the Latina Techie 09:30 Empowering Latinas in the Tech Space 11:51 Meeting at Mom2.0 and Building Connections 13:45 Hosting 'A Seat at Her Table' Event 16:05 Taking Risks and Betting on Yourself 20:19 Shifting from Survival Mode to Strategic Thinking 24:31 Overcoming the Fear of Being Seen 28:11 The Importance of Getting Uncomfortable 30:00 Infiltrating Male-Dominated Spaces 34:19 Natalie's Legacy and Offerings 37:26 Little Natalie and Future Plans
