From an early age, Angela’s fascination with technology was palpable. Her curiosity led her to Bowie State University to study computer technology. Angela’s professional journey continued with an internship at Amazon Web Services (AWS), where she honed her skills as a Solutions Architect Intern. Subsequently, she became part of the Cloudforce family, initially as a Cloud Services Intern, then swiftly ascending to Cloud Services Associate, while earning multiple certifications in Microsoft Azure.
Today, Angela thrives as a Cloud Services Manager on the Cloudforce nebulaONE® team. A proprietary cloud support offering, Cloudforce’s nebulaONE® offers “peace-of-mind as a service,” providing expert Microsoft-centered monitoring, maintenance, and support to Cloudforce clients. Angela’s innate composure and witty brilliance makes her uniquely—and awesomely—suited to this task.
Angela’s impact extends beyond technology. She is a blackcomputeHER fellow, actively contributing to the leadership development of Black women in engineering and tech. Angela also co-founded Do Great Things, a program that introduces elementary and middle school girls to STEM through programming and electrical engineering. In 2022, she was invited to the White House for the first-ever “EGGucation” Roll, where she led cybersecurity learning sessions as part of First Lady Jill Biden’s education initiative. Additionally, Angela played a pivotal role in developing and leading Cloudforce’s inaugural Future Force, a workshop series for individuals interested in cloud computing careers.
Beyond her technical pursuits, Angela is a versatile artist. As an accomplished costume designer and seamstress, Angela’s creations have graced many stages across the DMV area. Collaborating with renowned theatrical companies like Imagination Stage, Maryland-National Capital Park and Planning Commission’s Shakespeare in the Parks, and Arena Stage, Angela is known for seamlessly blending creativity with precision. In 2019, Angela collaborated with the award-winning Arlington Art Truck and fabric artists on the captivating installation titled TIES THAT BIND: Learn to Sew on a Button and Connect. This unique project merged art, craftsmanship, and community engagement.
Without any doubt, Angela’s journey exemplifies resilience, creativity, and a commitment to making a lasting impact. Whether expertly supporting nebulaONE®, illuminating young minds with the power of technology, or lighting up a stage with creativity and beauty, she stands at the forefront of innovation and gracefully weaves together technology, art, mentorship, and the gift of building stronger communities.
Fun facts about Angela:
What fictional family would you be a member of?
- The Rose Family from Schitt’s Creek
What is your favorite dessert?
- Apple pie
What is your favorite album?
- Nation of Two by Vance Joy
What are you reading at this moment?
- Our Time is Now by Stacey Abrams
What is one quote that stands out to you?
- “You have no obligation to your former self.” – Hank Green
