Give To Gain: Celebrating International Women’s Day 2026

Every year on March 8, International Women’s Day invites organizations across the world to pause, reflect, and recommit to progress. The 2026 theme, Give To Gain, reframes how we think about equality. Advancement does not come from competition for limited space. It comes from expanding the space itself.

When we give knowledge, we gain confidence. When we give opportunity, we gain innovation. When we give support, we gain stronger teams.

This year’s message is simple but powerful. Gender equality grows where generosity exists. Not charity. Not symbolism. Intentional contribution.

Why “Give To Gain” Matters in Technology

Technology moves fast. Culture sometimes does not.

For decades, the conversation about women in technology focused on access. Access to education. Access to hiring. Access to advancement. Those conversations were necessary, but they were only the beginning. Today, the conversation is about participation and influence.

Organizations grow stronger when people share knowledge openly, mentor actively, and advocate consistently. Progress accelerates when opportunity is multiplied instead of guarded.

Give To Gain asks a different question. Not who deserves a seat at the table, but how we build a bigger table together.

In the technology industry, giving can look like mentoring junior consultants, inviting different perspectives into project decisions, encouraging leadership development, or making space for new ideas in technical conversations. Each action creates a ripple effect. Small contributions compound into structural change.

Mayan Technologies: Building Opportunity Into the Culture

At Mayan Technologies, equality is not a campaign that appears once a year. It is a practice that shows up in how we hire, collaborate, and grow.

Women represent nearly half of the company. More importantly, women help guide the direction of the business. More importantly, women actively help guide the direction of the business. A strong share of our senior leadership, including partners and a senior partner, is held by women. Representation exists not only across departments but also at the decision making level.

Our work in ERP industry requires constant collaboration. Solutions are built through dialogue, not hierarchy. Because of that, mentorship, knowledge sharing, and visibility naturally become part of daily operations.

We see Give To Gain in action when a consultant takes extra time to coach a colleague through a complex implementation. When a project manager encourages a junior team member to present to a client. When leadership invites new perspectives into strategic planning discussions. Growth is rarely a single moment. It is usually a series of intentional contributions from many people.

Giving Beyond Roles

Giving does not belong only to leadership positions. It exists in every department and every level of experience.

Sharing expertise with a teammate, recommending someone for a project, celebrating achievements publicly, or simply making room for a new voice in a meeting all contribute to a healthier professional environment. These actions create confidence, and confidence creates advancement.

When one person grows, the team grows. When the team grows, the organization grows. That is Give To Gain in practice.

Voices from the Women of Mayan Technologies

International Women’s Day is ultimately about people, not statistics. This year, we invited the women of Mayan Technologies to reflect on the theme Give To Gain and what it means in their day to day work. Their perspectives focus on contribution, mentorship, shared knowledge, and the impact of supporting one another’s growth.

Below are some personal reflection from our team on how giving time, experience, encouragement, or opportunity has shaped their career and the team around them.

	Dora Chavarria – Partner | Principal Consultant & Custom Solutions Manager I lead custom development initiatives and advise clients on financial and technical ERP strategies while guiding our development team. "To me, Give To Gain means stepping into rooms where you may be the only woman and leading anyway. The opportunities that shaped my career came from leaders who trusted me before I felt ready. Now, I create that same space for my team. When we give trust, knowledge, and high standards, we don’t just build better systems we build stronger leaders and lasting impact"
	Daniela Rodriguez – Corporate Affairs | Team Services I support Team Services initiatives that strengthen company culture, internal programs, and daily operations. “Give To Gain reflects the power of trust. When someone gives you an opportunity, they are also giving you confidence. That trust helped me grow at Mayan Technologies, and I aim to contribute by supporting the team and continuing to learn.”
	Giovanna Valencia – Functional Consultant I support Epicor clients by analyzing business processes and translating their needs into practical functional solutions. To me, “Give to Gain” means understanding that growth is not an individual journey, but a shared one. In my role, I see this daily, by giving time, knowledge, and support, we create opportunities for others and ourselves. Through collaboration and trust, we build stronger teams. When one person grows, we all move forward together.
	Jenn Lisser – Senior Operations Consultant I work closely with clients to translate their operational needs into effective Epicor ERP processes. "Give to Gain" is my guiding principle. With many years of experience working with Epicor, I genuinely enjoy sharing my knowledge with customers and team members - as others have shared (and still are sharing) with me. I believe when we invest in others we all grow stronger together."
	Jessica Prieto – VP of Marketing and Operations  I help guide our strategy, operations, and brand direction while supporting teams across the company. “Give To Gain reminds me that progress is rarely the result of individual effort. The moments that shape our careers often come from someone choosing to share knowledge, offer encouragement, or open a door that might otherwise stay closed. I’ve been fortunate to receive that support throughout my journey, and I believe one of the most meaningful ways we grow as leaders is by creating those same opportunities for others.”
	Marianne Hernandez – Partner |Principal Consultant & Account Mgr. I advise clients on ERP strategy while managing projects and long-term relationships that drive successful implementations. "Give To Gain means growing through building each other up. The moments I’ve invested in guiding others—sharing lessons, offering encouragement, or simply listening—have strengthened my leadership and confidence. I’m grateful for mentors who believed in me and expanded my vision. I give back by creating space for learning and growth, knowing that when we lift others, we rise together."
	Valentina Storey – Visual Content Specialist I support video production and visual content for Mayan Technologies. To me, Give To Gain is about sharing clarity and creating access. The moments that shaped my growth were when someone took the time to explain a process, offer feedback, or trust me with creative responsibility. Now, I aim to do the same through the content I create. When we share knowledge and create space for others to understand and grow, we all move forward together.
	Victoria Sanchez – Help Desk Manager I lead our Helpdesk team, supporting clients with functional and technical Epicor ERP solutions while guiding a team of support specialists. “Give to Gain” means investing in others, sharing knowledge, and fostering growth. I believe in building strong teams through collaboration, communication, and trust. By creating an environment where people can grow professionally and personally, we empower them to reach their full potential. When we work together with a focus on client satisfaction and continuous improvement, everyone succeeds."
	Viviana Vega – Partner | Principal Financials Consultant I lead our Financials practice, support Epicor Kinetic implementations, and mentor our functional consulting team. “Give To Gain means investing in people before the return is visible. In consulting, sharing knowledge is how we strengthen the entire team. When we give time, trust, and honest feedback, the impact lasts far beyond a single project.”

A Shared Responsibility

Give To Gain is not limited to one day. It is a mindset that influences how organizations operate throughout the year. Equality grows where people actively contribute to each other’s success.

We are proud of the women who lead, build, support, and innovate at Mayan Technologies. Their impact reaches our clients, our partners, and our community every day.

International Women’s Day reminds us that meaningful change rarely comes from a single initiative. It comes from consistent participation. From mentorship offered freely. From opportunities shared intentionally. From recognition given generously.

When we give, we gain more than progress. We gain stronger teams, better ideas, and a more connected workplace.

This same mindset extends beyond our internal culture. Through our community initiatives and partnerships, we continue to share time, expertise, and resources with organizations that support children and families. The principle remains the same whether inside our office or outside it. Contribution multiplies impact.

At Mayan Technologies, collaboration is at the heart of how we work with each other and with our clients. Knowledge shared openly leads to better solutions, and better solutions lead to lasting relationships.

Happy International Women’s Day 2026 from all of us at Mayan Technologies. Together, we Give To Gain.