Post by Esra Kayabali

I'm excited to share that I've been promoted to Principal Solutions Architect at AWS. This didn't happen overnight. It has been a journey of years, built brick by brick. I learned where my limits were, challenging them, and growing through every step. There were moments of doubt, but also moments of clarity that made it all worthwhile. The two photos attached tell a part of this story. The first is from my very first public talk at AWS. I was nervous but excited, just getting started. The second is from my most recent presentation as a Senior Solutions Architect. In this one, I was a little more confident, and still just as passionate. I'm grateful to everyone who supported me, mentored me, challenged my thinking, and collaborated with me along the way. Your support shaped my journey more than you know. I'm looking forward to embracing the expanded scope ahead and continuing to grow alongside such an incredible team.