Karynn Ikeda

Karynn Ikeda is a technology enthusiast with a passion for creating connections.

Transitioning from an events and community management background, Karynn immersed herself in coding full-time in 2018 after attending Hackbright Academy, specializing in Python and React.js, and previously working with HTML/CSS and Wordpress CMS.

With a BA in Modern Culture and Media from Brown University and additional education in software engineering, Karynn has a diverse skill set and rich educational background.

Throughout her career, Karynn has held various roles at notable organizations, including Staff Software Engineer, Senior Software Engineer, and Software Engineer at Babylist, showcasing her technical expertise.

She has also contributed to the tech community as a Teaching Assistant at Hackbright Academy and through her previous roles at organizations like PagerDuty, Wrippl, and BrandGarage.

Karynn's extensive experience includes event coordination for major conferences like Google I/O, Lean Startup Week, and hackathons across multiple cities, fostering partnerships with prominent brands.

Her career journey encompasses a wide range of roles from social media strategy and consulting to web communications and community management, illustrating her versatility and adaptability.

With a strong background in technology, community building, and event management, Karynn Ikeda brings a unique blend of skills and experiences to the tech industry.