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Trina L. Martin

MBA
Queen of Equality in Tech: Women in Tech Advocate
Trina L. Martin International
Country or state 
United States (Texas)
Available to 
Global
City 
Houston
Fee 
Languages 
English
Volunteer
No

Personal Details

Bio

Trina's passion is making the technology industry equal for Women of Color in Tech. She uses her over two decades of experience in tech to educate on the obstacles that Women of Color in Tech face. Trina advocates and teaches companies how to hire, promote, and retain Women of Color in Tech to create a truly diverse and inclusive profession.

Trina L. Martin is an author, international speaker, technologist, and podcaster. She uses her experiences to motivate audiences to overcome adversity, develop self-determination, and discipline. Trina also inspires emerging leaders to pursue their wildest dreams with heart and grit. An accomplished I.T.professional and retired U.S. Naval Officer with 30 years of service, she has broken barriers and made strides in her career that many said weren’t possible.

A native of Chicago, IL, Trina is the youngest of four children. The first in her family to attend college, and due to the lack of support at home, she knew she would have to achieve her goal on her own. With unwavering determination, she enlisted in the U.S. Army and served in the reserves to put herself through school at Alabama A&M University. Both of these choices fueled Trina’s desire to succeed and revealed the depths of her resiliency.

After several years in the Army, Trina transferred to the Navy and earned an MBA from WesternInternational University. Naturally skilled at finding the harmony between technology, science, and data, she has led a stellar career in the Information Technology field. As an Intelligence Officer in the U.S. Navy, a Cyber Intelligence Analyst for the FBI, and now as the owner of her technology company, Trina has pierced the glass ceiling and excelled in positions typically held by men.

Throughout Trina’s career, the common denominator has been her ability to set goals and not only achieve but surpass them. Self-motivation, discipline, and hard work are the driving forces that helped her design a life and career that defied the odds stacked against her.

As a speaker, she takes a refreshingly honest and relatable approach to teach leaders, professionals, and women how to develop the confidence they need to do the same. Based in Houston, TX, when she’s not helping others realize their full potential in the office or on a stage, the role she values most is that of mom to her two children.

Current position (1)

Queen of Equality in Tech: Women in Tech Advocate

Trina L. Martin International

Achievements (1)
Google Women Techmaker Ambassador
Degrees (2)
BS, Computer Science
Alabama Agricultural and Mechanical University
1989 to 1994
Master of Business Administration, International Business
Western International University
2001 to 2003

Presentations

Presentations (3)
Women of Color in Tech: Qualified but Overlooked

This thought-provoking talk will detail the inequality of women of color in tech being underrepresented, underpaid, and discriminated against in the white male-dominated industry. It will explore the biases women of color in tech face and the impact on women these women. This talk will leave you ready to take action in order to close the racial and gender wage gap that women of color in tech endure.

Through and Beyond the Ceiling: Tech Needs Women Leaders

Women in tech work extra hard to prove their worth. Equal pay and promotions are obstacles that women face, along with bias and discrimination, which cause many to leave the technology profession. Remaining in the tech industry does no good if women can't advance into leadership. Visible women leaders are assets technology fails to see as growing investments. This talk will highlight the benefits of having women in leadership positions for the industry, companies, and other women in tech. You will leave this talk ensuring that women in tech have a pipeline to leadership.

From A Mess To Amazing! Overcoming Adversity and Fulfilling Destiny

We all have made mistakes in our lives. Often times we feel helpless and hopeless because we think our mistakes define us. This motivational and inspirational talk will empower you to change your mindset so that you don't allow your past to determine your future.

Workshops (1)
Women in Tech: Qualified but Overlooked (The Workshop)
1 hour
(View workshop agenda)

This highly engaging and interactive workshop details the inequality of women in tech being underrepresented, underpaid, and discriminated against in the white male-dominated industry. When you leave this workshop, you will know how to make your colleagues and executives notice you in the workplace whether in-person or virtual/hybrid environment, how to identify the personal challenges that you as a women in technology face and how to overcome them, and how to become your own biggest cheerleader and own your successes.

Past talks (12)
How to Connect and Communicate to Become Unforgettable
NAMIC Florida
Virtual
September 22, 2022
Women of Color in Tech: Qualified but Overlooked
Wonder Women Tech Immersive Tech & Hybrid Summit
Virtual
September 14, 2022
Ask Trina Anything
Google Cloud Speaker Series
Virtual
July 28, 2022
Women of Color in Tech: Qualified but Overlooked
WomenTech Network Global Conference 2022
Virtual
June 7, 2022
Women in Tech: Qualified but Overlooked
Women in Tech Texas 2022
Houston, Texas
May 20, 2022
Women of Color in Tech: Qualified but Overlooked
Women Who Code Connect Forward 2021
Virtual
November 18, 2021
Women of Color in Tech: Qualified but Overlooked
Ada's List Conference 2021
Virtual
October 9, 2021
From a Mess To Amazing
Leadership Experience Tour
Troy, MI
April 10, 2021
Women in Leadership: An Outside Look
Viasat Women's History Month
Virtual
Being a Woman of Color Serving in the Military
Teleflex Veterans ERG
Virtual
You've Been Hacked, Now What
Houston Association of Corporate Counsel
Houston, Texas
October 5, 2018
Cyber Threats
TSA
Houston, Texas
October 3, 2019
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  • Videos (2)
  • Photos (17)
  • One sheet (2)
Trina Martin Final Sizzle Reel 2022
NAMIC Florida
NAMIC Florida
Wonder Women Tech Immersive Tech & Hybrid Summit
Wonder Women Tech Immersive Tech & Hybrid Summit
Google CloudSpeaker Series
Google CloudSpeaker Series
WomenTech Network Global Conference 2022
WomenTech Network Global Conference 2022
Women in Tech Texas 2022
Women in Tech Texas 2022
WWCode Connect Forward 2021
WWCode Connect Forward 2021
Ada's List Conference 2021
Ada's List Conference 2021
Face of WOHA Diversity Awareness Leader
Face of WOHA Diversity Awareness Leader
Leadership Experience Tour 2021
Leadership Experience Tour 2021
Leadership Experience Tour 2021
Leadership Experience Tour 2021
Speaking to Media
Speaking to Media
Trina Speaking at TSA on Cyber Threats
Trina Speaking at TSA on Cyber Threats
Speaking at TSA in Houston
Speaking at TSA in Houston
Speak and Write to Make Millions 2019
Speak and Write to Make Millions 2019
Trina and Speaking Coach Lisa Nichols
Trina and Speaking Coach Lisa Nichols
Speaking to Houston Association of Corporate Counsel
Speaking to Houston Association of Corporate Counsel
Podcast Movement 2019
Podcast Movement 2019
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Books & Articles (6)

From a Mess to Amazing: 7 Steps to Create the Life You Deserve
Trina L Martin,
2020
Make It Happen (Anthology Co-Author)
2021
Trina L. Martin Aims for the Spotlight as a Leadership Speaker and Expert
Trina L. Martin Set to be a Part of Shawn Fair’s Leadership Experience Tour
I am Educated, Black, and Female in America: My Unspoken Fight
Business Technology Expert Trina L. Martin Reveals How Businesses Can Leverage Technology to Elevate Communications On Influencers Radio

Expertise (18)

Technology
Leadership
Leadership Empowerment Inspirational Speaker being a leader Digital Technology Connecting Women Leaders in Technology Careers in STEM military women Woman in Business and Leadership Woman in technology Woman in military Live Streaming Women of Color and Leadership Empowerment for women self discipline Women of Color

Clients

NAMIC Florida
Wonder Women Tech
Google Cloud Speaker Series
Women in Tech Texas
Women Who Code
Ada's List
Viasat
Teleflex
US Navy
Transportation Security Administration
Houston Association of Corporate Counsel
Cook Middle School

Awards & certifications (2)

Exceptional Leader
Women of Hope Awards
2021
Diversity Awareness Leader
Women of Heart Awards
2021

Reviews

Testimonials (5)
  • As President of our newly formed Veterans Employee Resource Group here at Teleflex, we were honored to have Trina L. Martin join us as our very first guest speaker on January 19, 2021. Our general meeting topic was Leadership within the Military & Veteran Community, and Trina exceeded all expectations. Her dynamic presentation style resonated with our members, and she spoke candidly about challenges faced & overcome while serving as an Officer in the US Navy. Trina brings a wealth of experience to the conversation, and we appreciated her direct responses to a very robust questions/answer session. We could not have asked for a better guest speaker to kick-off our meeting and set the standard for excellence for guest speakers within our veterans' group. I highly recommend Trina if you desire a professional, dynamic, and extremely knowledgeable speaker for any of your corporate programs. John A. Birkle, MA, JD Pacific Regional Manager – Vascular Division Teleflex, Inc.
    John A. Birkle
    Verified
  • Chesapeake STEAM Fair Recommendation.mp4
    Donna Jefferson
  • Thank you for being here and sharing your story with our students. I was so excited to see them ask questions and learn more about how to stand up and be strong. These young ladies are so incredible, they just need role models and encouragement. You are an impressive woman and they all knew they had something to learn from you.
    Maggie
    Principal
    Cook Middle School
    Verified
  • Thank you so much for taking the time and making the effort for your luncheon presentation to IEC-Gulf Coast. You were a HIT, Home Run!
    B.J.
    IEC Associate
    Verified
  • I met Trina L. Martin many years ago in a Pilates class. She is a natural motivator, renowned entrepreneur and author, and an inspirational leader. Trina has dedicated her life to serve others through her service in the United States Navy, Federal Bureau of Investigation, through her podcasts, motivational speeches, and through her book. Trina has shaped the way I view myself and motivated me to be the best person possible. She is true inspiration to all women, and it has been my pleasure to know her. I would highly recommend Trina; she has the potential to change your life!
    Marilyn Carroll
    Retired Chevron Employee
    Verified
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