Ellen Pao Loses Gender Bias Suit Against Kleiner Perkins

A jury decided in favor of Kleiner Perkins Caufield & Byers in a gender bias lawsuit filed by former junior partner Ellen Pao.  According to FindLaw, a jury issued a partial verdict Friday, clearing the venture capital firm of gender discrimination.  Ellen Pao, a former partner at the firm, claimed that she was not promoted because of her gender and that her working environment was hostile to women.

The case mesmerized Silicon Valley with its salacious details while amplifying concerns about the lack of diversity in the technology industry.  Despite Ms. Pao's loss, the suit succeeded in prompting debate about women in technology and venture capital.  In a post-trial tweet, Pao states, "If we do not share our stories and shine a light on inequities, things will not change."