WP Engine CEO Heather Brunner Named DivInc Executive of the Year
WP Engine CEO Heather Brunner Named DivInc Executive of the Year
WP Engine CEO Heather Brunner Named DivInc Executive of the Year
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WP Engine CEO Heather Brunner has been named Executive of the Year by DivInc , the first tech pre-accelerator in Texas focused on championing diversity within the startup ecosystem. Their mission is to empower people of color and women entrepreneurs and help them overcome barriers to building successful high growth businesses by providing them with access to education, mentorship, and networks.
At its inaugural Champions of Change Awards , which was held at Austin City Hall last Friday night, DivInc recognized finalists in five categories, including Executive of the Year, Diversity and Inclusion Leader of the Year, Program of the Year, Investor of the Year, and Champion of the Year,...
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wp engine ceo heather brunner named divinc executive of the year
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wp engine ceo heather brunner named divinc executive of the year
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