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15+ Years
of Experience
I blend thought + heart with creativity + technology; to build purposeful, beautiful, and accessible products & solutions for businesses and society.
Featured Events
Sep. 16 SDG Action Weekend
Sep. 18-21 SDG Summit
Aug. 30 Google Cloud Next '23
I am an Award-Winning Entrepreneur, Technologist, S.T.E.M. + DEI&B Advocate, Author, and Women's Empowerment Champion
The "D" is for Disruptor
TeLisa D. (TeLisa Daughtry) is a conscious technologist and multi-disciplined creative; a serial social entrepreneur; an international speaker, impact investor, and author! She has been awarded and recognized globally by numerous government agencies, institutions, community organizations, and media publications; for her work, achievements, and advocacy in S.T.E.M. education, gender equality, innovation & technology, entrepreneurship, and DEI & Belonging + Social Justice.
I Roundhouse-Kick Glass Ceilings
I build technology solutions; provide technical education, leadership and career development; and advocacy—to engage, empower, and support women, youth, underrepresented communities in S.T.E.A.M. and entrepreneurship.
2023 Women Techmakers (Ambassador)
2022 We Empower: SDG's Challenge (Finalist)
2021 Globant.Women: Tech Entrepreneur (Honoree)
2021 UN Women UK: Commission on the Status of Women (Delegate)
2020 Women's Empowerment Principles (Honoree)
2020 NASDAQ Mentor Makers (Mentor)
2016 United State of Women, "Changemaker" (Honoree)
Equity is my Love Language
2020 COLOR Magazine: All-Inclusive Leadership Award
2020 Phi Beta Sigma Fraternity & B.L.I.S.T.S. Syracuse U
2017 Ariane de Rothschild, (Fellow)
2017 ACT4: Diversity in Tech Award
2017 Code/Interactive: Diversity in Tech Awards
I Educate, Advocate, and Elevate
As an author, educator, international speaker; and speaker at the U.S. Department of State Bureau of Education & Cultural Affairs, and the United Nations I amplify important and relevant topics.
✔ Sustainable Development Goals:
Gender Equality, Pay Equity, Quality Education, inclusive and sustained Economic Growth & Employment Opportunities, Innovation, and Social Justice
✔ Emerging Technologies:
Web3, Artificial Intelligence, Machine Learning, NFTs, Metaverse, Cryptocurrency, Blockchain
✔ Engaging Youth in STEAM:
Empowerment, navigating education, non-traditional computer science/STEAM backgrounds, exploring STEAM career paths
✔ Productivity & Purpose:
Empathy, Emotional Intelligence, Wellness & Wellbeing, Mindfulness + Heartfulness in Leadership
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Let's work together!
I use thought & heart + creativity & technology to solve business problems.
Technology & Design
I am conscious technologist, and multi-disciplined creative; specializing in accessibility design, digital products, and elevating brand & creative experiences.
Diversity Equity Inclusion
I am an award-winning DEI&B advocate and coach; experienced in cross-cultural and intergenerational team building, employee retention, and building inclusive & equitable spaces.
Education & Coaching
I provide technical & creative education and insights; leadership training, 1:1 coaching; and produce content for educational and inspirational purposes.