Get To Know Our Finalists for the 25th Annual WIT Awards – Young Professional in Technology Category (YoPros Program)

Anjie Adeyemo
Anjie Adeyemo is a dedicated data analyst and community advocate, blending technical expertise with a passion for empowering others. With a background in biology and data science, Anjie seamlessly bridges the gap between analytical thinking and creative problem-solving. She currently works as a data analyst at a telecommunications company, where she tackles complex data challenges and drives impactful insights.
Outside her day job, Anjie is deeply committed to advancing diversity in technology. She volunteers with organizations like Girls Who Code, mentoring young women and fostering a culture of inclusion and empowerment. Through speaking engagements, social media advocacy, and conference participation, she openly shares her journey navigating the tech industry, including overcoming imposter syndrome and embracing continuous learning.
Anjie’s unique blend of patience, kindness, and authenticity makes her a role model for the next generation of women in STEM. She believes that success is not just about mastering technology but also about building supportive communities and lifting others as you grow. Whether she’s leading a project, crafting a Power BI dashboard, or sewing a cosplay costume that celebrates her creative side, Anjie brings a sense of curiosity and determination to everything she does.

Vivian Milender
Vivian Milender is a Product Manager at Cox Automotive, where she supports innovation in the digital wholesale automotive space. A graduate of the Terry College of Business at University of Georgia, Vivian earned her BBA in Management Information Systems with an emphasis in Information Security.
She began her career at Cox as a LEAD Analyst in the company’s flagship early career development program, quickly gaining hands-on experience in solving real-world challenges and delivering value to clients in a fast-paced, evolving industry as a product owner and now product manager.
Passionate about leadership, technology, and community impact, Vivian is actively involved in Women In Technology (WIT), where she continues to champion opportunities for women in STEM. Outside of professional life, Vivian enjoys spending time with her pup, Loki, a day at the ballpark with her family (Go Yankees!), crafting, and connecting with friends.

Sarah O’Brien
Sarah O’Brien is a Data Scientist at Southern Company in Atlanta, where she applies machine learning and AI to enhance customer and employee experiences. A proud Georgia State University alumna, she graduated Magna Cum Laude with a B.S. in Computer Science and a focus on data science. Sarah co-founded GSU’s first all-female hackathon, “HackHers,” served as VP of Girls Who Code, and received the Royal Flame Leadership Award and Undergraduate Service Award.
She is the Personal and Professional Chairwoman for Technical Women in Georgia (TWIG) and mentors through RISE in Computing. Selected as a delegate for the Rewriting the Code x Pure Accelerate 2025 conference, Sarah is passionate about advancing women in tech, mental health advocacy, and inclusive leadership. Beginning August 2025, she will pursue a Master of Science in Analytics at Georgia Tech.









