I Didn’t Fit the Mould – So I Made My Own

In this episode of Race in STEM, host Steve Fuller speaks with Elaine Montilla, tech executive, author, TEDx speaker, and founder of 5xMinority.From growing up in the Dominican Republic to leading in the tech C-suite, Elaine shares her remarkable journey of resilience and representation. She discusses navigating life as a Latina, immigrant, and LGBTQ+ leader, and how those experiences shaped her empathy-led approach to leadership.Elaine opens up about breaking into tech, overcoming bias, and creating space for others to rise – proving that what once felt like a barrier can become your greatest superpower.---📚 Explore Elaine’s work:5xMinority.comYou’re Allowed to Log Off – Burnout Guide5xMinority StorePart of The IN Group Communities, Race in STEM a safe, judgement-free space to share one another’s experiences and ideas. Together, we can challenge the status quo and showcase the excellence of the underrepresented in STEM.Keep in touch and find out more about RACE in STEM!