💪 Our mission

At Women in Tech, our mission is simple: to get more women into tech and ensure those already here feel supported and stay. We do this by building strong networks, shining a spotlight on inspiring role models and stories, and creating opportunities across the industry. While we focus on bringing more women into tech, we believe lasting change happens when people of all genders and backgrounds work together.

🌱 How it all began

Back in 2014, the two forward-thinking companies Spotify and MTGx saw the need to make an impact for women in the tech industry. What better way than bringing women together to share stories and build community? That year, Women in Tech’s first conference was launched on March 8, the International Women’s Day. The afternoon conference on Hotel Hilton in Stockholm featured speakers such as Cristina Stenbeck, Stina Ehrensvärd, Karin Nilsdotter and Rochelle King. 

What started with a modest number of attendees quickly grew into one of the most sought-after events in the industry. The following years the initiative broadened as more companies gathered in a unique collaboration, working side by side to create an event that quickly expanded. Going from the Hilton to Musikaliska to the City Conference Center and from 2020, the Waterfront Congress Center. (Except for that one year, 2021, when we were fully digital and won an award for being the best digital B2C event…)  Expanding the number of participants from 300 to 600, to 800, 1,200 and as of today 2,700. Stretching the time spent together, from an afternoon, to half a day, adding evening mingles, adding breakfast at partners’ offices, booking a full day, adding meetups throughout the year…and still adding activities. 

Meet the Crew

Our squad is a bunch of passionate folks who live and breathe innovation, fueled by the mission to make the tech scene more inclusive and diverse. We’re hailing from all corners of the industry with backgrounds as varied as the latest coding languages.

Our Secret Sauce – The Volunteers

Behind every successful initiative are passionate individuals who dedicate their time and energy to make a difference. Our volunteers are the heart and soul of Women in Tech, bringing enthusiasm, creativity, and a can-do attitude to everything they do.

+ 70 wonderful people helping out at the big conference!