Hi! I’m Lisa and I'm Here to De-Bro the Tech Industry & Champion AI Accessibility :)

Hi everyone! I'm a bit late with my introduction, but here it is anyway! 🥰

I’m Lisa Ronquillo, and I’m so thrilled to join the Syndicate (a huge thank you to my wonderful friend, Scott, for creating this space for us!) 💙

My work centers on the intersection of Ethical AI, Accessibility, and Responsible Tech. I understand the skepticism that comes with seeing AI in a professional bio - and honestly, that caution is warranted. It's why I'm driven to ensure technology is used to uplift and empower marginalized communities, rather than exploit or replace them. I am currently pursuing my CRAIEO certification as an AI Ethics Officer to support this mission.

This commitment is a continuation of my long-standing advocacy. My roots are in community organizing. While a student at Youngstown State University from 2012–2015, I served three years as President of YSUnity. This tenure included several honors: pioneering the campus's first Diversity Prom, assisting with a historic mass wedding in 2013, and launching our first "Coming Out Week," which featured a powerful symbolic closet on campus (yes, people were able to actually "come out" of it!) Though I was incredibly humbled by the awards I received from my leadership, the greatest lesson was learning how to intentionally build spaces where people GENUINELY feel safe and seen.

I'm applying that same foundational energy to the technology sector today. My goal is to combat algorithmic bias against LGBTQ+ individuals and pushing for accessibility tools that are genuinely designed for neurodiversity.

I'm here to connect - whether you have questions about data protection, want to discuss accessible tool advocacy and development, or simply want a conversation about the future of tech that moves beyond the typical "bro culture" hype. I look forward to connecting! Now, let’s suit up, get into some "good trouble," and fight the good fight together! 🦸‍♂️🌈👊

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