Douglas M. Branson Knihy

This accessible guide addresses the critical need for increased female presence and leadership in tech companies, where only 5% of senior executives are women. Despite the tech industry's rapid growth and its central role in the economy, women remain underrepresented in leadership positions. High-profile harassment claims, discrimination, and salary discrepancies highlight the barriers preventing women from advancing. The book examines the paradoxes surrounding women's ascent to leadership and proposes industry-wide solutions to combat gender inequality. Drawing on 15 years of experience in speaking, writing, and publishing, the author traces the history of women in information technology to identify contemporary challenges and solutions. Proposed strategies include mandatory quota laws for female employment, pledge programs, and expanding the H1-B VISA program. The author emphasizes the importance of women in leadership roles across various sectors and calls for reforming attitudes, particularly in the video and computer gaming industry, which serves as a gateway to many STEM careers. This resource is invaluable for those committed to gender equality in the boardroom, offering a sobering look at the gender gap while presenting an encouraging vision for a more diverse future in tech leadership.

Focusing on the often-overlooked experiences of Southern brigadier generals during the Revolutionary War, this work highlights the unique challenges they faced. Among the 58 generals serving under George Washington, 13 died from combat wounds or captivity, with seven from less populated Southern colonies. This group experienced higher casualty and imprisonment rates compared to their Northern peers and senior major generals, shedding light on their significant yet underrepresented contributions to the war effort.