Leadership Guiding the Future of Technology Careers
BouncePoint is guided by leaders who bring experience across technology, business, workforce development, education, marketing, and community engagement. Together, our Board of Directors provides strategic guidance, industry expertise, and leadership to help us expand opportunities for women building, advancing, and returning to technology careers.
Meet the BouncePoint Board of Directors
Our Board brings together professionals who believe in the importance of developing technology talent and creating pathways for long-term career success. Their collective experience helps shape our programs, partnerships, and vision as we build the future of BouncePoint.
Treasurer
Janet Nawrocki
Janet is a dedicated community leader and seasoned professional with a diverse background in education, operations management, and nonprofit engagement. Semi-retired from Awecomm, Janet currently serves on the company’s Board of Directors, providing strategic guidance and drawing from her extensive experience in…
Director
Audrey Marcus
Audrey is a senior product and business leader with a strong background in B2B data and information services, including work in education, legal, intellectual property, healthcare, and life sciences.
She has led the development and growth of digital products across global markets,…
Founder & Executive Director
Belinda Yax
Belinda is the Founder and Executive Director of BouncePoint, a nonprofit dedicated to helping women build sustainable careers in technology.
Her global journey—from Australia to Sweden to the United States—has shaped her broad perspective on leadership, workplace culture, and the value of…
Director
Lauren Shampo
With years of experience in technology and now at Smartsheet, the leader in collaborative work management, I work closely with a handful of Global Key Accounts. In previous roles, I have led global account teams across verticals & acted as a Regional…
Chairman of the Board
Brent Yax
Brent is the CEO for Troy-based Awecomm. The company, founded by Yax in 1999, specializes in technology consulting and management services. Awecomm is leading a charge to re-invent IT in the SME marketplace. Brent is extremely passionate about helping businesses create processes…
BouncePoint's Advisory Council brings together experienced professionals and industry leaders who provide specialized expertise, insights, and guidance to support our mission and growth. Their diverse backgrounds in technology, business, education, and workforce development help inform our programs, strengthen partnerships, and ensure we continue meeting the evolving needs of women and the technology industry.
Lauren Cromie MHRD, SHRM-CP
Member Relations Manager
American Society of Employers
With a background in hospitality and a career in HR, Lauren brings expertise in member relations, training, and organizational support. At ASE, she helps employers navigate HR challenges and make the most of available resources. Passionate about retention and career growth for women in tech, she advocates for better workplace support and long-term success.
Kay Douglas
President
Douglas Marketing Group
I believe creativity is essential to good business. Throughout my career, I’ve applied creative thinking to deliver unique solutions tailored to clients’ diverse needs. A culture that fosters innovation and creativity drives stronger outcomes, enhances goals, and builds cohesive teams. By aligning creativity with strategy, businesses can turn challenges into opportunities and achieve meaningful results.
Advisory Council
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