Frustrated with the lack of culture at tech companies and a desire to connect with other women in the industry, Gascoigne founded Girls in Tech, a non-profit that provides educational, professional and networking opportunities for girls and women around the world. As GIT celebrates their 10-year anniversary, Gascoigne spoke to Forbes about entrepreneurial struggles, the needs of emerging markets and the shifting dynamics of the tech echo chamber. Girls in TechHow does GIT inspire men to create an open, safe and innovative work environment? Men help by being that moderator in the boardroom who makes sure everyone is given an opportunity to speak and share their ideas. This provides an opportunity for people in more developed regions around the world to help build technologies that will help address issues in emerging markets.

Source: Forbes August 16, 2017 17:15 UTC