Meet Your WinTech Officers
Venice Peart, President
Venice is a current student pursuing a Cybersecurity and Information Assurance degree.
As the President of the Women in Technology club, Venice will aim to create a supportive, empowering environment for women pursuing careers in tech. She hopes to achieve greater representation and inclusivity by organizing events that provide mentorship, networking, and skill-building opportunities. Her goal is to foster a strong sense of community and collaboration, encouraging members to explore and advance their careers confidently in the tech industry.
As for hobbies, Venice enjoys woodworking and reading to help her stay creative and focused. She finds that these activities fuels her problem-solving skills and attention to detail, both of which she will apply in leading the club and organizing initiatives that benefit our members.
Gabrielle Timbrol, Secretary/Historian/Treasurer
Gabrielle is a current student at WGU pursuing a bachelor’s in Information Technology. Her journey began in animal science, but found her true passion in tech, leading her to apply to WGU.
As the club’s Secretary, she is thrilled to helping foster a supportive environment for up-and-coming women in technology. She is dedicated to help ensure that the Women in Technology Club is a place where members can flourish as they advance through their studies and careers.
Her goal is to ensure that the club is a community where opportunities are created for everyone to thrive.
Tanisha Batta, Microsoft Teams Moderator
Tanisha is currently enrolled in the Master's of Cybersecurity and Information Assurance program.
As the Teams Moderator for the Women in Tech club, she aims to create a safe and welcoming space where women can connect and support one another. Tanisha would like to share a wealth of resources and opportunities that empower members to navigate their journeys into tech. Her goal is to foster collaboration, inspire confidence, and build a strong community that uplifts and motivates each other.
Tanisha's current favorite hobbies include thrifting, weight lifting, and cooking. She also loves listening to K-pop, watching thriller shows and movies, and listening to true crime podcasts.
Vanessa Okosun, Event Coordinator
Vanessa is currently pursuing a Bachelor of Science in Computer Science at Western Governors University (WGU). Based in Atlanta, Georgia, Vanessa is passionate about combining the love for data and health to pursue a career in data science. As she transitions into this new career path, she is excited to apply her knowledge and skills to make a meaningful impact in the healthcare industry.
As the Events Coordinator for the Women in Tech Club, Vanessa is excited to step out of her comfort zone, take on a leadership role, and bring together our diverse community through meaningful events. Her goal is to connect members from different backgrounds, skill sets, and interests, fostering an environment where everyone can grow and thrive.
Outside of her academic journey, Vanessa enjoys attending music concerts, working out, cooking and eating, and spending time with friends and family. She is looking forward to creating events that will inspire, support, and empower each of us as we navigate our tech journeys.
Angelica Molina, Communications Officer
Angelica is currently pursuing a Bachelor's degree in Software Engineering at Western Governors University, with plans to graduate by late 2025.
As an officer, her goal is to strengthen communication within the club, boost member engagement, and bring as many resources and opportunities as possible to students. Angelica is excited to implement new ideas, like newsletters, to keep everyone informed and connected. She wants to help create a supportive and collaborative environment for all members.
Outside of academics, Angelica loves working on personal projects to enhance her coding skills and in her free time, she is passionate about gaming, reading, and hiking.
Alianza Clyne, Microsoft Teams Moderator
Alianza is pursuing a Master of Science in Data Analytics degree.
As an officer, her goal is to foster a community that provides unwavering support, serves as a reliable foundation, and offers a wealth of opportunities for growth.
Alianza's hobbies include running a remote job board (theremotejobhunters.com/sub-newsletter), writing poetry books (theremotejobhunters.com/mytimebooks), and all things aviation!
Obi J. Akusoba, First WinTech President & Current WinTech
Alumni Leader
Obi began her technology career as an IT support specialist in 2018. She graduated from WGU with her Bachelor's degree in Software Development in 2021. She is currently employed as a Software Developer for a data analytics company.
As the first president of the Women In Tech club, she provided overall leadership and direction toward short and long term goals. As an alumni leader, she collaborates with the WinTech leadership, students, and alumni to implement and improve the alumni engagement strategy that supports post-academic life and career.
Her journey is one of passion, resilience, and grit. She inspires many women in technology to grow their careers through mentorship with the mindset of women helping women.
See WGU WinTech Students in Action
WGU WinTech members are making an impact throughout the women in technology community.
