Meet our next guest, Cydney White!

From MIS to Tech Leadership | Cydney White on STEM Careers, Business Ownership & Work-Life Balance

In this inspiring episode of All Things STEM With Ashley, Cydney White shares her powerful journey from studying Management Information Systems (MIS) to building a thriving career in Technical Program Management. As both a business owner and full-time professional, Cydney opens up about how she balances entrepreneurship with career growth in the fast-paced world of STEM and technology. She shares valuable tips for success, how to navigate career transitions, and the importance of time management, leadership, and confidence as a Black woman in STEM.

Whether you’re a college student exploring MIS, a professional looking to transition into program management, or an aspiring entrepreneur, this conversation is full of insight and motivation to help you reach your goals. Tune in to learn how to thrive in tech, build your personal brand, and create balance while pursuing excellence in both your career and business! ✨

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Cydney White is a business operations strategist and digital transformation leader with a strong track record of driving innovation within a complex organization. Based in Dallas, Texas, Cydney holds an undergraduate degree in Management Information Systems from the University of Alabama and most recently received her MBA in Strategy and Entrepreneurship at Southern Methodist University in December 2024.

By day, Cydney serves as a technical program manager, responsible for working cross-functionally to align product, engineering, and business teams on producing an integrated roadmap that supports enterprise-wide initiatives. She currently manages a $400 million book of work across 12 product portfolios, ensuring strategic initiatives are executed and communicated to executive stakeholders with precision.

 Beyond her professional work, Cydney is passionate about mentorship, representation, and community. Cydney is a proud member of Delta Sigma Theta Sorority, Inc. and she’s currently building her own platform, Cynsus.

 Cynsus is focused on putting diverse businesses on the map, where she highlights diverse founders—particularly Black entrepreneurs and people of color. Her goal is to create an inclusive environment where diverse founders can access capital, mentorship, and the opportunities they need to succeed.

Resources Mentioned in this episode * I DO NOT OWN THE RIGHTS: Rewrite Your Rules: The Journey to Success in Less Time with More Freedom by Morgan DeBaun

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