Suzana Melo

Full-stack developer and Women in Tech advocate - AWS Community Builder - AWS User Group Leader

Bio

Suzana is a full-stack developer and a certified AWS Cloud Practitioner who transitioned into software development in her 40s without a tech background. She holds a bachelor’s degree in Communications and over 20 years of experience. As a strong advocate of diversity and inclusion, she actively works on initiatives that empower women and underrepresented groups in tech, mentors juniors and graduates, and drives tech community engagement across APAC, Europe, and the Americas. Suzana is an AWS Community Builder, an AWS User Group Leader in Sweden, and a Women in Tech Sweden Social Media Specialist. She also volunteers to teach digital skills to women from immigrant and refugee backgrounds.

Sessions

DEI201

Workshop: Empowering Women in Tech

Room: GAME ROOM | Time: 13:00

diversity & inclusion

An inspiring and hands-on session designed to empower women in the cloud industry! We’ll dive into practical strategies for fostering diversity, creating inclusive spaces, and closing the gender gap in tech. Together, we’ll explore ways to break barriers, amplify voices, and drive meaningful change. Expect insights on public speaking, content creation, organizing user groups, and building strong professional networks. Whether you’re just starting or a seasoned pro, this workshop is packed with actionable takeaways to help you grow, connect, and make an impact. Let’s learn, share, and uplift each other because the cloud needs all of us!