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Balancing Acts: Cultural Expectations and Caregiving Realities

Julie Scott Senior Manager, Software Development Engineering
May 15, 2024 2:00 – 3:00 PM ET Virtual Free to attend
Balancing Acts: Cultural Expectations and Caregiving Realities

About this session

Struggling to juggle cultural expectations and caregiving responsibilities?

Join Expedia Group's Julie Scott, Senior Manager, Software Development Engineering for an insightful discussion on navigating the complexities of caregiving while managing career and family demands. Learn practical strategies and gain valuable insights for finding balance and fulfillment in both personal and professional life.

Key Takeaways:

  • Julie's personal journey of caregiving for her mother with dementia, offering resilience and compassion in the face of challenges.
  • Practical strategies for balancing career and caregiving responsibilities, drawn from Julie's experience as an engineering manager and mother.
  • Insights on leveraging cultural heritage and community support networks to navigate caregiving challenges while promoting workplace diversity and inclusivity.
  • Plus learn more about the company culture's and its role in hiring and retention.

Don't miss this opportunity to learn from Julie's experiences. Reserve your spot now and join us for an enlightening discussion!

Meet the speaker

Julie Scott

Julie Scott

Senior Manager, Software Development Engineering

Julie Scott is a seasoned Senior Engineering Manager at Expedia Group, leveraging her expertise to drive innovation and excellence within her team. Serving as the Finance Chair for the 2024-2025 term on the Global Board for ACE (Asian Community at Expedia), an inclusion business group dedicated to empowering the Asian and Arabic community within Expedia Group, Julie brings with her a wealth of experience garnered from her three-year tenure as a local lead for the Austin chapter. Passionate about fostering success among fellow Asians in their careers, Julie is committed to promoting diversity and embracing cultural heritage. She has spearheaded numerous initiatives aimed at supporting Asian communities, ranging from festival celebrations to personal development workshops, career planning seminars, cultural awareness program, allyship training, and community-building efforts. Julie's steadfast commitment to empowering others and fostering inclusivity exemplifies her invaluable contributions to the broader professional community.

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