Saturday reflection for Women In Tech!
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I recently joined the @WorldPulse Podcast to talk about leadership, representation, and creating space for others as we rise.

This conversation stayed with me.

Watch the full episode on the World Pulse YouTube channel 🎙️

#WomenInTech #5xminority

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Grateful to join the @LGBTTech PATHS Forward podcast to share my journey in tech.

Own your voice. There is no one else like you.

🎧 Watch the full episode: youtu.be/tElOkmWy8Bk?...

#WomenInTech #5xminority #LGBTQInTech

Education is the one thing no one can ever take away from you.
As a Latina and immigrant in tech, I knew my degrees and certifications would speak louder than any bias ever could.

Every step was a way to say: I belong here.

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Every mentor I’ve had changed my path—not by having all the answers, but by believing in me.
You don’t need a title to mentor someone. You just need to care. 💛
#Mentorship #WomenInLeadership #5xMinority

Grateful to be recognized by @Favikon among the Top 10 most influential LinkedIn voices in the Dominican Republic and part of the Top 2000 worldwide 🌎

True influence isn’t about numbers, it’s about authenticity, empathy, and purpose. 💫

#Leadership #Authenticity #5xMinority #dominicana

Grateful to return to @baruch.cuny.edu for the Alumni Spotlight panel. The students’ curiosity and drive reminded me why I’ll always give back to the community that shaped me. 💙

#BaruchCollege #Mentorship #Leadership #5xMinority

Thrilled to share that I’ve been accepted into the Milestone Circle program at the @nasdaqcenter.bsky.social — a 12-week journey to help entrepreneurs grow, supported by the @wellsfargobank.bsky.social Foundation. Excited for what’s ahead! 💫
#MilestoneCircles #5xminority #Entrepreneur

My voice is shaping AI!
Honored to speak at AI Foundations for Women on Nov 7, 2025 — building a future where women lead in AI.
🎟️ empresa.ai/ai-foundations-for-women
#AINeedsWomen #WomenInAI #5xMinority

Honored to receive the Empowering Latina Award from @UnitedLatinas 💜

Proud to share this recognition with so many inspiring women as we close #HispanicHeritageMonth.

#ExtraordinaryLatinas #LatinaLeadership #5xMinority

Today is Latina Equal Pay Day, the day Latinas must work into the next year to earn what white, non-Hispanic men made last year.

We deserve equal pay, opportunity, and respect, not just 54¢ on the dollar.

Speak up. Ask questions. Lift as you climb.

#LatinaEqualPayDay #5xMinority

I Did Everything Right. So Why Do I Still Feel This Way? For every woman who followed the rules and still feels like she's barely holding it together

I wrote something raw and honest for every woman climbing the corporate ladder and quietly wondering if success is supposed to feel this lonely.
It’s time we told the whole truth.
✍🏽 Read it below
#CorporateClimb #5xMinority

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We all have superpowers. Mine is turning empathy into action — creating spaces where women in tech feel seen, valued, and unstoppable. 💪✨

What’s yours?

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Don’t wait for life to be problem-free. Find peace and strength as you walk through the storms. 🌈
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Let me reintroduce myself 👋🏽
I’m Elaine Montilla — C-suite tech exec, TEDx speaker, & founder of @5xMinority.

I talk about inclusive leadership, mental health, women in tech, and the power of belonging.

You’re not alone here.
You belong. 💻❤️

#5xMinority #WomenInTech

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The week is here! Excited to moderate a fireside chat with Mita Mallick at the @outintech.bsky.social Leadership Institute. We’ll dive into her new book The Devil Emails at Midnight and what it really means to lead with empathy and inclusion. ✨

#Leadership #OutInTech #5xminority

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I created a free course for you, "Navigating Bro Culture and Thriving in Male-Dominated Workplaces."
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Your peace is priceless. Protect it fiercely. Not everything deserves your energy, time, or attention!

🧠 Mental health matters—if you need a gentle guide to protect your peace, check out my book "You're Allowed to Log Off 💫

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#MentalHealth #5xminority

✨ I create these videos for YOU. ✨

What topics do you want me to cover next? Drop your ideas in the comments ⬇️

Your input = the content we build together 💡

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#WomenInTech #LeadershipTips #CareerGrowth #ctoinsights #5xminority

"Joy doesn't ask for perfect timing, it asks for presence!"
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Excited to join SIM Women on Sept 24 for a fireside chat! I’ll be sharing my journey from the Dominican Republic to the C-Suite, and the lessons I’ve learned along the way. Hope you can join us! 💻
#5xMinority #csuiteinsights #dominicanrepublic

The person you report to shapes how you lead.

Choose someone you respect.

Trust should flow both ways.

—Elaine Montilla | #5xminority

Too many layers and not enough trust will crush innovation.
Build systems that serve people, not bureaucracy.

– Elaine Montilla | #5xMinority

#Leadership #Innovation #SystemsDesign #FutureOfWork #WomenInTech

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Imposter syndrome is loud, but your impact is louder.

You belong here.
You earned this.
Keep going. 💪

#5xMinority #WomenInTech #LeadWithHeart

Not all clutter is visible.
Sometimes peace means letting go of what never belonged.

"You’re Allowed to Log Off" is a timely, human-first guide for women in leadership and tech who are tired of being “always on.”

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Why Work-Life Harmony Beats Work-Life Balance Discover why work-life harmony, not balance, is the future of leadership. A better path to well-being, flexibility, and sustainable success.

Are you still chasing balance? Here’s why harmony is the future of work and what it really means to lead a full life without burning out.

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Sometimes just saying “hola” is an act of courage.
I start emails that way. I end speeches with “gracias.”
Because every time I do, I’m honoring my roots.
Never underestimate the power of being unapologetically you.
#womenintech #5xminority

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Navigate a Layoff: How to Manage Grief, Job Search & Your Next Move Laid off and unsure what’s next? Learn how to manage grief, stabilize your life, rebuild confidence, and move forward with clarity.

Just got laid off? I wrote this for you.
A guide to help you navigate the grief, stabilize your next steps, and remember your worth.
You're not alone. 💛
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