The American Dream – an ideology that drives many of us to take risks, aspire big, and work hard. Why is it so hard to actually achieve? That’s what Elias Torres (co-founder, advisor, Henry Crown Fellow) explores on the American Dream podcast. Join Elias every other Tuesday as he talks with entrepreneurs who know what it feels like to be the only “other” in the room. Hear them share their stories, learn from their mistakes, and leave with the information you need to pave your way to your own American dream.
https://americandreampodcast.drift.com/public/13/The-American-Dream-cdc1e4b3
episode 7: Hannah Zhou & Rhea Acharya: Harvard WeCode Conference
Today, Harvard University juniors Hannah Zhou and Rhea Acharya join Elias on the show to discuss the upcoming Harvard WeCode Conference happening on February 17 and 18.
Register for the conference or learn about sponsorship opportunities here: https://www.harvardwecode.com/
- (2:26) Hannah’s backstory
- (4:24) There are so many more technology careers than software engineering
- (5:43) Rhea’s backstory
- (7:51) We need to break out of the male paradigm of computer science
- (8:57) The details of Harvard WeCode
- (17:34) Elias’ advice on mentorship