Sessions: WomenTech Global Conference

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Janina Bauer Head of Sustainability at Celonis	Processes save the world? Processes determine the course of our lives: in our everyday routine or in companies - everywhere it is important when something takes place and how. What positive and negative influence do processes have on us? And what role do they play in crucial transformations such as the sustainability transformation? The talk looks at this from a solution-oriented and data-driven perspective. At the same time, processes are the success factor for Celonis, a company that, like an MRI, examines and optimizes the interaction of business processes. As a fast-growing company, Celonis faces… read more
Edwige A. Robinson Senior Vice President Engineering, Operations & Transformation at T-Mobile	Embracing Industry 4.0: Inspiring Transformational Leadership in a Digitally-Driven World *Revolutionary ideas begin with being open to the idea that a fresh, more efficient solution might be just around the corner. Getting there requires transformational leaders with strong emotional intelligence, leaders who are adept at reading mood, body language, facial expressions before deciding how to proceed. It also requires leaders who are self aware of the strengths and weaknesses, focused on problem solving rather than placing blame and skilled at assessing what is realistic in terms of the time and energy required for a task or project. Dinging an employee for not… read more
Shuchi Mittal Global Head of Digital Transformation Platforms	Platform as a Product - When Developers are your customers “Infrastructure teams slow us down”, “It takes too many tickets to get my infrastructure”, “I have no idea what platform I can use or when” - Do these sound familiar? Your shared services organization is busy just trying to keep the lights on while the product development teams find it difficult to use those services and look for workarounds. This escalates into lots of one-offs over time and a mountain of tech debt. Fiserv Platform Engineering organization adopted a product mindset for delivering platform capabilities a few years ago, which has helped us align better with the… read more
Olena Deering Senior Software Engineer at Celonis	Life @ Celonis: Product & Engineering During this meet and greet, you’ll hear from several women across the global Product and Engineering teams at Celonis. They’ll share more about their career journeys, the work they’re doing at Celonis, and the support and opportunities that exist within the company for women. Join us for a 30-minute discussion about life at Celonis in PnE! Did you like this session? Share to vote.
Olena Deering Senior Software Engineer at Celonis	Non-traditional Path from Biosciences to Software Engineering In this talk Olena will describe her journey from PhD in biosciences to a software engineering bootcamp to becoming a senior software engineer at Apple. Olena will talk about tips and tricks on how to grow and develop technical expertise via networking, conferences, bootcamps and online courses. Olena will talk about the importance of mentoring and supporting others. Olena will discuss her experience of becoming a mom and maintaining a career in software engineering. Did you like this session? Share to vote.
Flavia De Melo Negrāo User Experience Studio Manager at Encora	The Growing Importance of Diversity as a Driver of Innovation in Technology Valuable insights can be gained by understanding how diversity revolutionizes innovation in the technology industry. It is emphasized that innovation is an ongoing process and that diverse thinking can accelerate growth and drive better company outcomes. Embracing inclusion and valuing diversity can enrich a company's culture and lead to innovation by bringing diverse perspectives from various backgrounds, nationalities, genders, ages, experiences, and lifestyles. The technology industry is being transformed by diversity, and companies prioritizing inclusivity and diverse thinking can… read more
Mary Elizabeth Wagner Research Scientist at National Reconnaissance Office	NRO Overview Dr. Mary Elizabeth Wagner will present a general overview of the National Reconnaissance Office, including the agency’s history and mission, as well as a summary of different ways to engage in basic research collaborations. The National Reconnaissance Office is a United States Department of Defense agency that is responsible for the nation’s spy satellites, supporting the US military, Intelligence Community, policymakers, and other federal partner agencies. Did you like this session? Share to vote.
Petra Grundler Talent Coach at Toptal	Join us for a dynamic panel discussion featuring three impressive women in tech from the Toptal talent network They will share their experiences as both full-time freelancers and women in tech, including opportunities in the field, challenges they have faced, and tips for success. From navigating uncomfortable situations to freelancing advantages, international business experiences to starting a consulting or freelancing business, this panel discussion will provide valuable insights for women in tech. Don't miss out on their wisdom and perspective! Did you like this session? Share to vote.
Bronwen Hudson Social Media Manager at Uptycs	Women in Cybersecurity: Challenges, Successes, & Plans for the Future Why aren't there more women working in cybersecurity? We’re taking this opportunity to chat about the challenges that women face in the #cybersecurity industry, and celebrate the journeys some of us have taken to get here. When it comes to cybersecurity–an industry desperate for experts and for talent–it’s even more important to empower those who face challenges when entering or rising in the industry. Fostering diversity in cybersecurity allows us to encounter new ideas, reach new markets, and make better decisions. So let’s talk about it!… read more
Aleksandra Ignacio Senior People & Culture Manager at CAST AI	Turning the odds: Thriving in tech with a culture of maturity, appreciation, and equality We recognize that the tech industry has a gender imbalance, with only 30% women representation. However, at CAST AI we have turned this statistic into our strength by fostering a company culture that promotes maturity, appreciation of differences, and equality. In this session, we will share our approach to building a positive tech culture that empowers all employees, and how it has contributed to our success. In our experience, this type of culture is not only better for women, but it is also better for the company as a whole. Did you like this session? Share to vote… read more
Alifia Miller Supervisory Special Agent and Operation and Development Program Manager	Forge Your Future: An FBI Meet and Greet Panel Join us for Forge Your Future: An FBI Meet and Greet Panel, which is an exclusive virtual opportunity to interact with FBI leaders throughout the organization. Leaders will share their stories surrounding their professional and personal journeys and also provide insights into forging your own path into STEM jobs at the FBI. Attendees can expect to learn more about supportive federal networks and how to apply to jobs at the FBI.  This one-of-a-kind experience will expose participants to awesome insights and opportunities. Did you like this session? Share to vote.
Jennifer Glenski Director of Product Management at BMC Software	Trivia on Emerging Tech and Sustainability Join us for a fun, interactive trivia game on emerging technology and sustainability for your chance to win a 1-year Premium Membership to Women Tech Network! Plus, walk away with interesting, fun facts about emerging technology and sustainability to impress your friends and coworkers. Participants can easily join the trivia game on their mobile device or computer. There are no downloads required to play. Did you like this session? Share to vote.
Aruna Narayanan Principal Software Architect at GE HealthCare	Work with Purpose: Challenges as a Software Architect and ways to win over! Are you the only Female Techie in a meeting surrounded by men? Are you outspoken and get into trouble? You made a mistake and go through suffering for the next several months? And you don't want to quit? On top of it, you are getting into latest and greatest technology and go through pain and humiliation on your path to getting expertise? If you faced any of these, you can get some answers from my story on how to overcome those challenges. You will hear how I faced my challenges and started thriving at the end of it. You will hear a framework for success, that I believe is… read more
Elena Vartas Head of Learning and Development, Americas at EPAM Systems	Enabling Digital Transformation through a Culture of Continuous Learning: Fostering Talent Development within the Organization In today's rapidly evolving technological landscape, it is essential for organizations to foster a learning culture that enables their employees to acquire new skills and stay updated with the latest advancements in their respective fields. To meet this challenge, EPAM has created a continuously learning organization - Global Campus - that supports business goals through talent development. In this talk, we will discuss how Global Campus helps EPAM's employees to develop the skills they need to stay ahead in their careers and contribute to the company's success.… read more
Graciela Perez VP, Chief Digital Program Officer at GE HealthCare	Bring Your Voice to the Room! Your influence matters. Do you want to make your voice heard and understood? Whether it’s an interview one on one or a presentation to a team, learn tips and tricks to project your brand in a smart way so your audience takes notice, believes in you, and can easily understand the next steps needed. This is equally powerful for in person and virtual “rooms”. Key takeaways: • Master 3 simple tricks to get ready to “enter the room” • Learn how to get your point across in minimal time • Be confident why you are the best person to deliver a message and drive… read more
Graciela Perez VP, Chief Digital Program Officer at GE Healthcare	Create a world where healthcare has no limits Most of us have experienced healthcare in one way or another. It could be the preventive care, medical diagnoses, critical care, healthcare monitoring we have received, and/or the healthcare provided to people we care about. At GE HealthCare, we see possibilities through innovation in advances in technology such as Artificial Intelligence to help medical providers and the patients they care for in the moments that matter. Come join us to learn about examples of roles in MedTech that have a positive impact on the future of healthcare. We'll also share how others have… read more
Elizabeth Ivy Johnson Sr. Director - Digital Commercial Operations at GE Healthcare	MedTech is the place to be! Are you searching for purpose in your “day job”? Healthcare technology (often referred to as MedTech) provides an opportunity to have an impact on the future of healthcare. You can improve providers’/ clinicians’ capabilities, extend healthcare to remote areas where resources may be scarce, ensure regulatory compliance for safer medical devices, improve how medical devices are serviced for minimal downtime, and/or reduce burnout in healthcare providers so they can better serve patients globally. Wouldn’t it be great to come to work every day with a sense of purpose? Learn more from our… read more
Lisa Smith Vice President, Account Management at EPAM	Managing Burnout: Putting on pants and going to the gym may not be for everyone Burnout! The buzz word of the pandemic. Working from home quickly became less about work-life balance and more about work-life juggling. A quick internet search will return a plethora of tips and tricks to "Avoid Burnout": guides to self care, reminders to put on pants and of course the importance of getting exercise. But now we are back in the office and juggling a whole new set of challenges. What have we learned? In this presentation I will share some personal stories gathered from friends and colleagues of their experience with managing work-life… read more
Networking Session Conference Platform	Conference Platform Dive into our conference's "Networking" segment, designed to maximize your professional growth. Connect with industry leaders in exclusive Meet & Greet sessions, discover cutting-edge innovations at interactive expo booths, and build strong relationships through personalized 1:1 networking opportunities. Join us in this dynamic environment to enhance your career and expand your network. Did you like this session? Share to vote.
Fern Johnson Vice President, Sector Technology & Delivery at PepsiCo, Inc.	Pivot Points from Individual Contributor to Executive The panelists will share effective ways to “pivot” into different roles and at various levels within their careers. The goal is to aid younger leaders quickly work through their transitions, providing steps and tips for acceleration to the C-Suite in Tech. Four dynamic panelists will talk through their own transitions and impact to their career journey. Did you like this session? Share to vote.