Mentors & Experts
Mentoring is best described as an educational process when mentors share knowledge with the purpose of surfacing potential in their protégés.
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The tech industry thrives on innovation, but that spark often needs a guiding hand. Mentors like Kristina Šuklevičienė, Project Team Manager at Intrum and a 2023 UX/UI Design mentor with […]
The tech industry thrives on innovation, but that spark often needs a guiding hand. Mentors like Kristina Šuklevičienė, Project Team Manager at Intrum and a 2023 UX/UI Design mentor with Women Go Tech, play a crucial role in shaping the future. Kristina’s mentoring story isn’t just about her journey—it’s a testament to the transformative power of mentorship for both mentor and mentee.
Overcoming Self-Doubt to Embrace Mentorship
Kristina was initially hesitant about becoming a mentor. This hesitation stemmed from a lack of formal certifications despite her decade of experience in IT projects.
However, Women Go Tech, and a supportive colleague encouraged her to share her knowledge.
“I felt a responsibility to contribute to the growth of aspiring women in IT,” Kristina reflects, highlighting the value of real-world experience over formal qualifications. This sentiment resonates with many experienced professionals who might undervalue their practical knowledge.
Unexpected Rewards of Mentorship
Through mentorship, Kristina discovered three key takeaways:
- Mutual Learning: “It not only benefited my mentee but also reinforced my own understanding,” she shares, emphasizing the power of knowledge exchange. Mentorship is a two-way street where both parties learn and grow.
- The Power of Curiosity: Kristina underscores the importance of curiosity, which led her and her mentee to explore topics outside their initial scope. “Embracing curiosity became a key element in our mentorship,” she states. A curious mindset fosters deeper learning and discovery.
- Lifelong Learning: The experience solidified Kristina’s belief in continuous learning and adaptation, a crucial skill in today’s fast-paced tech industry.
The Journey, not the Destination
Kristina describes her favorite mentorship moment as the entire Journey, not a specific event. “The joy I felt seeing my mentee confidently declare her goal to become an IT project manager showcased the impact a mentor can have,” she reflects. Mentorship fosters growth and empowers mentees to pursue their ambitions.
Mentorship Essentials: Openness and Curiosity
For aspiring mentors, Kristina offers this advice: “Be open and stay curious together with your mentee.” Mentorship isn’t about having all the answers; it’s about co-exploration and growth.
Kristina shares a success story—a mentee who started applying insights from their sessions to her current job. “Her confidence in using project management methods is promising. She’s already a true project manager,” Kristina observes. Mentorship translates to practical skills and empowers mentees to excel in their careers.
Kristina’s experience exemplifies the profound influence mentorship has on women in tech. It’s a collaborative journey of growth, challenges, and victories, built on the belief that everyone has something valuable to share and new horizons to discover together.
Take on the challenge of helping women transition to tech and grow professionally and personally. Become a mentor.
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I am thrilled to extend a warm welcome to our new mentors for the upcoming Tech Management & Analytics cohort of the Acceleration Program. Their decision to join us on […]
I am thrilled to extend a warm welcome to our new mentors for the upcoming Tech Management & Analytics cohort of the Acceleration Program. Their decision to join us on this journey signifies a deep commitment to empowering aspiring women in tech, fostering diversity, and driving positive change within the tech industry.
As we prepare to kick off this exciting new cohort, it’s crucial to acknowledge the significant need for skilled professionals in IT Project Management, Product Ownership, and Data Analytics fields.
Recent industry reports underscore the growing demand for expertise in these areas, as organizations across sectors increasingly rely on technology-driven solutions to innovate and enhance operational efficiency.
Our new mentors bring a wealth of knowledge and valuable experience to the table. During the 6-month journey in the program, they will share this knowledge with their mentees and play a key role in guiding them through the ins and outs of tech careers, ultimately helping them secure their first positions.
In addition to mentorship, the program will include numerous opportunities for learning and development for both mentors and mentees.
Together, we will explore and discuss industry best practices and new trends, network, collaborate on exciting projects, learn what it takes to succeed in today’s job market and build a supportive community where women can thrive in tech.
Ieva,
Accelertion Program manager
Meet the Mentors of Each Track
Looking to transition into tech? Apply to our Acceleration program.
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Kostas Mackevičius. Head of QA. Hostinger
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Margarita Grigalevičiūtė. Data Analyst. Macaw
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Arvydas Maciulevičius. Head of Technical Service Automation. HELLA Lithuania
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Rūta Laurikaitytė-Franckevičė. Test Automation Engineer. IBM
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Dominyka Ragauskaitė. Product Management Lead. Vinted
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Lina Praškevičiūtė. Leading Product Manager .Vinted
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Ffion Quick. UX Writer. Wix
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Andrius Binevičius. Process technology specialist. HELLA
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Birutė Kiričiuk. Principal Test Engineer. TransUnion
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Wailana Kalama. Content Designer. Wix
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Marija Padvilike. Senior System Analyst. EIS Group Lietuva
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Hanna Matusevich. Quality Assurance Specialist. TeleSoftas
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Janina Kulikian. Head of Smart Metering. AB „Energijos skirstymo operatorius“ (ESO)
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Anna Sibirtseva. Senior iOS Developer. Accenture Baltic, Riga
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Wojciech Popiel. Product Designer. Vinted
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Mindaugas Balciunas. Lead .Net Developer, Hr-manager. MobilePay
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Pijus Navickas. Scala Developer. Wix.com
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Ramunė Šabanienė. Head of Data Science, AI and Analytics. Telia
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Elena Rumianceva. Front End Developer. IBM
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Justina Andrijauskaitė-Karpovičė. Director, Product Management Operations. Adform
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Maurice de Beijer. Software architect and developer. ABL The Problem Solver
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Inga Piekė. Lead Software Engineer. Adform