Technology is one of the key drivers of female economic empowerment, but the fields that women choose to participate in are still decidedly gendered.

In terms of achievement, the pride is very important to me. It keeps me going every day. The money is always second to me.

I believe it is in the world's interest to develop environments that fully engage women and leverage their natural talents.

It is pure mythology that women cannot perform as well as men in science, engineering and mathematics. In my experience, the opposite is true: Women are often more adept and patient at untangling complex problems, multitasking, seeing the possibilities in new solutions and winning team support for collaborative action.