RockIT Resilience Award Sponsored by Veeam

Award Summary:
This award recognizes a woman who demonstrates outstanding resilience and determination in the technology field. She makes significant contributions to her organization or community, inspires others through her leadership and actions, and actively supports the advancement and inclusion of women and underrepresented groups in technology. Qualifications include a proven commitment to personal achievement, leadership, community engagement, and diversity.

Purpose:
To honor a woman who exemplifies resilience and determination in the face of challenges, making a meaningful contribution to her organization or field. Through her strength and commitment, she inspires others and helps shape a more inclusive and innovative future for women in technology. Her unwavering dedication serves as a powerful example for current and future generations.

Achievement (25%)

• Demonstrates exceptional resilience by achieving a high level of competency despite obstacles.

• Perseveres in implementing or promoting technology, overcoming setbacks and challenges along the way.

• Embraces new roles or projects with determination.

• Stays committed to continuous learning and growth, even when faced with adversity.

Leadership (25%)

• Exhibits the ability to create and implement a vision for herself and others, undeterred by challenges.

• Motivates and empowers those in her sphere of influence through a track record of overcoming difficulties.

• Leads by example, inspiring others to take smart risks, persist through setbacks, and drive positive change in their professional journeys.

Community Engagement (25%)

• Actively engages in activities beyond her job responsibilities, demonstrating resilience by supporting and uplifting others in the technology community.

• Focuses on efforts that help girls and women in technology persist, thrive, and build resilience in the face of industry challenges.

Diversity (25%)

• Consistently champions activities that enhance access and opportunities for a diverse range of women - including those from underrepresented backgrounds - demonstrating a steadfast commitment to overcoming barriers to inclusion.