Karla Wong

Karla Wong is a prominent Peruvian engineer and a key figure at Amazon Web Services (AWS) in Latin America, known for her innovative contributions to technology and her advocacy for women's representation in the field. From a young age, Wong demonstrated a keen curiosity for how things work, often disassembling household objects to understand their mechanics. Despite facing skepticism about her chosen career in a male-dominated industry, she has risen through the ranks, becoming the leader of Education and Public Sector for Northern Latin America and the Caribbean at AWS. With over 20 years of experience, she emphasizes the importance of female role models in technology, inspiring the next generation of women to pursue careers in this dynamic field.