Presentation Recap | Tech & Culture Speaker Series, Featuring Jim Henderson of Raymour & Flanigan

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March 9, 2021

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The Tech and Culture Speaker Series is devoted to promoting diversity, inclusion, and belonging in tech related fields. The series aims to highlight diverse speakers who are currently leading in the tech industry and allow them to share their personal stories, which will inspire, motivate and transform the mindset of the diverse audiences.

Jim Henderson, director of Application Development at Raymour and Flanigan Furniture, engaged in our latest seminar on February 24th, 2021 about his extensive background as an established tech professional, and experience working with iconic national brands like Kodak, GE and Disney. Jim’s work is heavily centered around web development with a specialty in digital marketing and managing development teams. With this focus, he has helped numerous regional and national companies launch their initial presence online.

This event was sponsored by JPMORGAN CHASE&CO.

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