Three emerging professionals — Devanshi Kotak, Mersedeh Najishabahang and Valeria Sosa — have been named 2026 Technology Women To Watch, an honour recognising rising female talent shaping the future of media and entertainment technology.
The recognition will be formally celebrated during the Women in Technology Awards ceremony at the NAB Show in Las Vegas.
Driving Innovation in Broadcast Infrastructure
Devanshi Kotak, a senior product manager at Cisco, has gained recognition for her leadership in developing next-generation IP broadcast systems used at major global live events.
Her work focuses on improving reliability, scalability and viewer experience while advancing AI-driven media workflows.
Engineering Breakthroughs in RF Technology
Electrical engineer Mersedeh Najishabahang has been recognised for innovation in broadcast hardware design.
Her achievements include patent-pending RF engineering solutions that simplify system architecture while maintaining high performance standards.
Transforming Live Streaming at Scale
Netflix broadcast engineer Valeria Sosa was honoured for contributions to large-scale live streaming infrastructure.
Her work has supported record-breaking live productions and reflects growing demand for advanced streaming technologies worldwide.
Highlighting the Future of Women in Tech
The Technology Women To Watch recognition focuses on early-career professionals demonstrating technical excellence and leadership potential.
Industry observers say such awards help increase visibility of women in technology while inspiring the next generation of innovators.
