In the realm of open-source communities, defining the traits of a formidable leader can elicit diverse perspectives. This podcast, artfully orchestrated by TNS Podcast Producer Kiran Oliver, elevates the discourse beyond the customary query of 'What constitutes a competent leader in today's OSS community?' The conversation expands to encompass the collective initiatives we can undertake as a community to foster and empower underrepresented minorities to ascend to leadership roles within the open-source realm.
Cheryl Hung, Director of Ecosystem at CNCF; Ashley McNamara, Director of Open Source Initiatives at Microsoft; Liz Rice, Technology Evangelist at Aqua Security; and Leah Petersen, Engineer at Two Sigma, embark on a journey to unveil their distinct paths into open source. Despite varying timelines and aspirations, they unite in championing the movement.