Talk

Michael Westbrooks II

Michael Westbrooks II is an aspiring technology entrepreneur with a background in marketing. His journey into technology has not been one of traditional means. Everything he has come to understand about technology has been self-sought, self-taught, and by being at the right place at the right time. Following his undergraduate studies, Michael's dream profession existed on the agency side of the industry, conceptualizing ways to make brands appeal to their target consumers. Seizing the opportunity to take his creative talents to several local technology startups, he embraced their unique environments which influenced him to take the initiative to learn new skills. These experiences illuminated his passion to see and understand ways to leverage technology as a means to better connect with people and the brands we love. Michael is currently a co-founder of RedRooster Technologies where he designs and develops mobile applications aligning with his passions. He received his bachelor's degree in Business Administration from Morehouse College in May 2012 and is a proud member of Kappa Alpha Psi Fraternity Incorporated.
Atlanta, GA February 28, 2015
A Non-Traditional Tech Degree

In this talk, I will explore an alternative route to entering the technology industry without having a traditional degree in computer science. I would like to connect with the listeners that have an interest in pursuing technology, but have fears of doing so due to having a degree in a completely different field. My goal is to utilize my experiences, build awareness around various resources, either known or unknown, and motivate those same listeners to take the chance and pursue their newfound interests. At the conclusion of the talk it would be ideal to have created a community to embark on this journey together; I am still growing and developing.