High School Tech Conference
The High School Technology Conference is an event I founded to bring real-world STEM careers and emerging technologies directly to students. After attending industry conferences myself, I wanted to create a space where high schoolers could hear from professionals, explore fields like AI, cybersecurity, and product management, and ask questions they normally wouldn’t have access to. I coordinated every aspect of the event—from inviting speakers and securing sponsorships to designing the agenda and managing logistics. The conference featured multiple breakout sessions, a keynote address, and opportunities for students to network with industry experts. What began as an idea to make tech more accessible became a full-scale event that connected students across our community with the people shaping the future of technology.
Opening session of the High School Technology Conference, where I introduced our speakers and welcomed students from across the community. This moment captures the start of a day focused on exploring AI, cybersecurity, product development, and real-world career pathways in technology.
A group photo with the conference’s featured speakers and organizers. Bringing together experts across AI, cybersecurity, public policy, and tech leadership, this team helped create an event designed to inspire and guide the next generation of innovators.
Chris Myers leading a session on innovation and problem-solving in the tech industry. Students explored real-world case studies that illustrated how creativity, strategy, and engineering intersect in modern product development.
Our keynote session in progress, featuring a speaker sharing insights into careers in technology. Students engaged with topics from AI ethics to cybersecurity, gaining a firsthand look at how technical fields intersect with real-world impact.
Mykaella Romain sharing her personal journey through the tech industry, offering students insight into navigating early careers, overcoming challenges, and finding purpose in technological work. Her story grounded the conference in real, relatable experience and inspired students to chart their own paths.
An early behind-the-scenes moment before the conference began, capturing final setup and preparation. From checking microphones to arranging seating, every detail reflected the care and planning that went into creating a meaningful event for students.
Lauren Monowar-Jones presenting on the evolving relationship between technology, human creativity, and the future workforce. Her session emphasized the growing importance of leadership, empathy, and judgment in an AI-enabled world.Lauren Monowar-Jones presenting on the evolving relationship between technology, human creativity, and the future workforce. Her session emphasized the growing importance of leadership, empathy, and judgment in an AI-enabled world.
Event Video Highlights
A clip of me thanking our speakers and attendees, marking the official close of the High School Tech Conference.
Keynote speaker Laurie Kenley delivering her opening talk on cybersecurity, leadership, and the evolving landscape of technology.