Gwen Britton

Dr. Gwen Britton has over 25 years in both private industry and academia within the science, technology, engineering and math (STEM) space. She has worked in varying positions spanning a gamut of content areas including software engineering, systems administration, network administration, data analysis, database administration and design, web development engineering, cyber-defense, mathematics and computer science.
Britton is passionate about expanding and growing STEM opportunities and access for individuals who otherwise would not have an opportunity to pursue a career in the STEM area. She has helped grow opportunities for non-traditional adult students from under-represented populations by spear heading virtual experiential learning opportunities and competitions in areas such as technology certification preparation, data analysis, internet of things and capture the flag. She has also helped organize and participate in events focused on under-represented K-12 student populations to engage and interest future STEM students in the field through events such as FIRST Robotics, the Hour of Code, Girls in Technology Day and the Science of Soccer.