Geek Girl Meetup
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| Founded | 2008 |
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| Founder | Heidi Harman and Andie Nordgren |
| Type | Non-profit |
| Focus | Technology, design, and startups |
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Area served | Worldwide |
| Website | geekgirlmeetup.com |
Geek Girl Meetup (GGM) is a network for and by women and girls interested in technology, design, and startups. It was founded in Sweden in 2008 by Heidi Harman and Andie Nordgren, who wanted to create a platform for female role models in the industry, as well as a space for knowledge exchange, mentoring, and fun.[1][2] The network has since expanded to several countries, including Denmark, Mexico, Honduras, Hong Kong, Singapore, and San Francisco. GGM organizes monthly breakfast meetups and an annual conference, where participants can share their experiences and learn from each other.[1][2]
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GGM was founded in 2008 by Heidi Harman and Andie Nordgren, who were both working in the tech industry and felt the need for more female representation and empowerment. They decided to organize a one-day conference for women and girls who were passionate about technology, design, and startups, and invited speakers from various fields and backgrounds. The first GGM conference was held in Stockholm, Sweden, and attracted over 100 participants. The event was a success and received positive feedback from the attendees, who expressed their interest in continuing the network and expanding it to other locations.[1][2]
Since then, GGM has grown to become a global network, with chapters in several countries and regions, such as Denmark, Mexico, Honduras, Hong Kong, Singapore, and San Francisco. Each chapter is run by local volunteers, who organize monthly breakfast meetups and an annual conference, following the same format and vision as the original GGM. The network aims to create a community of women and girls who can inspire, support, and learn from each other, as well as to increase the visibility and diversity of female role models in the tech industry.[1][2]
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