An Insight with Marian Croak and Lindiwe Matlali - Pioneers of Change

Explore a thought-provoking conversation between Marian Croak, Vice-President of Engineering at Google and Vice-President of Site Reliability at YouTube, and Lindiwe Matlali, Chief Executive Officer of Africa Teen Geeks, as they delve into the impact of diversity and the crucial role of women of color in the tech industry. Gain insights into the history of innovation, the power of children's imagination, and the importance of embracing uniqueness. Learn valuable lessons on serving others, navigating challenges during the COVID-19 pandemic, and seeking help when needed. Draw inspiration from these pioneering women as they share their experiences, advice, and motivation for aspiring technologists and innovators. Discover how the World Economic Forum brings together influential leaders to shape global, regional, and industry agendas, fostering progress through collaboration and diverse perspectives.

Introduction
Opportunities for Technology
Marian Croak
History of innovation
The opportunity
Lessons from inventing
Childrens imagination
Being unique
Serving others
Social innovator of the year
Impact of COVID
Ask for help
Advice
Motivation
Conclusion