Her Story
About Hana
Hana Rasheed is a senior engineering program management leader with more than 16 years of experience spanning network management, network infrastructure, cloud infrastructure, virtualization, AI strategy, product management, and technical program management. She currently serves as a Senior Engineering Program Manager in the Office of the CIO at Adobe, where she leads complex, cross-functional technology programs involving engineering, product, infrastructure, data, and business stakeholders. Her career includes previous program management roles with Pacific Gas and Electric Company and the New York Power Authority, where she managed large-scale infrastructure initiatives involving significant budgets, multiple geographic locations, vendors, and diverse stakeholder groups.
Rasheed combines technical expertise with strategic program leadership, with experience across network and cloud infrastructure, software optimization, data analytics, product roadmaps, go-to-market strategy, market research, and Agile methodologies. At Adobe, she has led global programs with more than 50 stakeholders and delivered significant cost savings through software optimization and infrastructure initiatives. She holds an undergraduate degree in Electrical and Electronics Engineering from India and a graduate degree in Computer Engineering and Network Management from the University of Massachusetts. She has also completed Project Management studies through Stanford Continuing Studies and the High Potential Women Leaders Program at Stanford Graduate School of Business. Her professional credentials include Pragmatic Marketing Certification and Certified Scrum Master.
Beyond her corporate career, Rasheed is a podcast host, speaker, advisor, community builder, and mentor focused on helping professionals develop their careers and build meaningful networks. She founded and hosts Hire Talk, a podcast focused on hiring and career growth, and has organized career workshops, LinkedIn and résumé support, salary-negotiation sessions, and professional networking initiatives. She has also served as Founding Member and President of Muslim Professionals and has volunteered with The Expat Woman. Her leadership philosophy centers on self-advocacy, collaboration, giving credit, sponsorship, open communication, and creating opportunities for others. She is also an entrepreneur and has built professional communities that connect and support women, minorities, and other professionals in technology and beyond.
Her Interview
Ten minutes with Hana
01What do you attribute your success to?
I attribute my success to the struggles and challenges I have experienced throughout my personal and professional journey. Those experiences taught me to unlearn generational barriers, practice self-advocacy, and recognize that I do not need anyone’s permission to move forward. I believe in taking initiative, creating opportunities, and having the confidence to pursue what I know I am capable of achieving.
02What’s the best career advice you’ve ever received?
One of the most valuable lessons I have learned is that no win is too small or too big to recognize. Taking time to reflect on where you started and where you are today can help you appreciate that the life and career you have now may be something you once wished for. I also believe that finding your voice and learning to self-advocate is essential. Speaking up for yourself and communicating your value is never something to shy away from.
03What advice would you give to young women entering your industry?
I would encourage young women to understand that it is okay to say no and that it is always appropriate to ask for more when you know you are capable of contributing more. You are in the room because you deserve to be there. You do not need permission to pursue opportunities, advocate for yourself, or move forward in your career. Recognize your worth and have the confidence to use your voice.
04What are the biggest challenges or opportunities in your field right now?
The technology field continues to evolve rapidly across network infrastructure, cloud infrastructure, virtualization, AI, data analytics, and technical products. I see significant opportunities in helping organizations navigate these technologies strategically while managing complex, cross-functional programs and optimizing infrastructure and software investments. My work involves bringing together engineering, product, finance, and other stakeholders to deliver technology initiatives effectively, while using data and analytics to support better business decisions.
05What values are most important to you in your work and personal life?
I value bringing people together as a team and creating an environment where everyone can contribute. I believe in giving credit to the people who deserve it and being an advocate and sponsor for others as well as for myself. I also believe in addressing conflict rather than running away from it. Clear communication is essential because it helps ensure that everyone is aligned, feels heard, and understands the path forward.
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