Sessions: WomenTech Global Conference

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Hope Yin Founder & Owner at Blueprint Coaching LLC	Crack The Code: Get Your Next Promotion, Full STEAM Ahead Do you feel disappointed that a promotion you have been chasing for many years is still far from sight? Do you feel defeated when you see people around you get promoted one by one but you? What makes one person get promoted but another does not? Women representation in leadership positions, especially senior positions, is far from enough. Hope Yin will share her S.T.E.A.M. strategy that helped her and many others to get their executive leadership roles. You will take away with practical strategies and mindset shifts that will help advance your career. Get Promoted, full STEAM ahead,… read more
Jayeeta Putatunda Senior Data Scientist, Manager - Emerging Technology at Fitch Group, Inc.	Supercharging RAG with Knowledge Graph We will examine how the integration of Knowledge Graphs with RAG can lead to more accurate, contextual, and explainable AI-driven insights in finance. The discussion will cover practical implementations, challenges, and the potential impact on various financial processes. Through case studies and real-world examples, we will demonstrate how this synergy between Knowledge Graphs and RAG is pushing the boundaries of AI capabilities in finance, enabling more sophisticated analysis and decision-making. We will also explore the latest Graph RAG codebase open-sourced by Microsoft for a demo … read more
Jacqlene Monét Speaker, Moderator, Voice Narrator at JM Legacy Group, LLC	The Power of Voice: Pioneering Personal Advocacy in the Tech Industry In this session, we will explore how personal advocacy can revolutionize one's tech career. Through my own decade-long journey in the tech industry, I will demonstrate how finding and using your voice can unlock new opportunities, create impactful roles, and even overcome challenges like health setbacks. Learn how to harness the power of advocacy to pioneer your path in the tech industry. Did you like this session? Share to vote.
Cheryl Strizelka Head of People & Culture at Arcules, Inc	Who I Am and Other Lies I've Told Myself In this intimate talk, I invite working women to journey with me through the labyrinth of self-discovery and reclamation. As a married working mother, primary breadwinner, default parent, and household manager myself, I've navigated years of stress and sacrifice, only to find my spark stifled and my passions buried beneath an avalanche of responsibilities. Together, we'll explore three pervasive lies that have shaped our identities: 1. "Prioritizing myself is selfish": We'll challenge the notion that our worth is measured solely by… read more
Yuriko Horvath Senior Director at Capital One	Unlock Business Buy-In for Techies: Pitch Big Ideas with Impact As technical professionals, we're often faced with the challenge of gaining leadership support and resources for our bold, innovative ideas. However, the art of persuasion is rarely taught in engineering curricula. This session aims to change that. Our purpose is to equip you with proven strategies for effectively communicating the business value of your technical proposals. You'll learn from seasoned women engineering leaders who have mastered the art of bridging the gap between technical teams and executive stakeholders. Throughout the session, you… read more
Jenny Lee Director, Customer Solutions Management and Area Specialists at Amazon Web Services	From Fear to Fearless: Psychological Safety for Transformative Teamwork In this session, we'll explore the essential role of psychological safety and how it directly impacts team dynamics, innovation, and overall success. Attendees will learn practical strategies for fostering psychologically safe environments, where team members feel comfortable taking risks, sharing ideas, and challenging the status quo. You'll have a deeper understanding of why psychological safety matters and feel confident in your ability to cultivate it within your own teams. Unleash your team's true potential by prioritizing psychological safety - the key to… read more
Valentina Rodriguez Sosa Principal Architect at Red Hat	Building new career paths in an ever-changing and evolving industry market Finding your career path sometimes it's not visible for many of us. Our career paths do not need to be linear; exploring different roles will help us develop new skills and give us a profound understanding of ourselves and self-awareness. Did you like this session? Share to vote.
Ivana Ciric Director of Product at Thoughtworks	The AI Advantage: Empowering teams to build better products together As more GenAI tools are integrated into our favourite products, it is becoming impossible to work without being exposed to AI in some form. Although AI tools offer unprecedented opportunities to innovate, this revolution also has the potential to completely change how we collaborate. We'll cover what you need to know about the impact of using AI tools on product builders, ways to harness them to build better products, and most importantly how to maximize the potential of the emerging AI-human hybrid workforce. Did you like this session? Share to vote.
Kathryn Kaminsky Chief Commercial Officer at PwC US	Navigating the C-Suite as a Working Mother: Making work-life choices The demands of motherhood are challenging enough, but how do you navigate the complexities of the C-Suite while also managing a family? Kathryn Kaminsky, Chief Commercial Officer at PwC, is not only a seasoned executive but also a mother of three who commuted from California to New York every week for over seven years to achieve her professional goals. In this session, Kathryn will share her personal journey and how, for her, it’s not about achieving perfect work-life balance—which can be elusive—but about making deliberate choices that align with values and… read more
Vartika Rawat Product leader at Mastercard	Data to Value - Essentials of data product management Data products are increasingly gaining popularity and adoption within organizations but there’s a lot of misunderstanding regarding what data products are. In this talk I will demystify what data products are, why there’s a rising importance of data products and what are some critical considerations for building successful data products that deliver value to customers and the business. - Did you like this session? Share to vote.
Anubha Gaur Executive Director of DevSecOps/SRE/Quality Engineering at Quest Diagnostics	Integrating AI into DevSecOps for Enhanced Security and Efficiency As organizations continue to adopt complex, cloud-native environments, they face growing challenges in maintaining security while meeting the demands of modern, fast-paced development cycles. Traditional DevSecOps practices, while essential, often struggle to keep up with these demands. This session will explore how artificial intelligence (AI) can be seamlessly integrated into DevSecOps pipelines to overcome these challenges, enhancing both security and operational efficiency. In this session, I will share real-world insights into how AI-driven tools and practices have… read more
Neesha Mathur Executive Director, Product Management and Strategy at Novartis Pharmaceuticals	Delivering Digital Transformation in Global Healthcare Novartis Pharmaceuticals was looking to embark on a digital transformation journey. To start that journey, they needed to consolidate their web presence on a single platform and on a design system - both new concepts to this highly regulated global pharma. Beginning in 2022 they kickstarted a multi-product MarTech transformation effort and set the organization up to leverage a highly connected omnichannel stack to enable marketing use cases. In this talk, you hear about the state Novartis was in, the challenges and wins on the journey, and the enormous benefits now being enjoyed by the… read more
Deirdre Sommerkamp Chief Solutions Officer at Skillibrium	Leadership Courage: Transforming Teams through Alignment and Integrity In this 20-minute session, we will explore the transformative power of leadership courage in aligning teams and fostering integrity within organizations. Attendees will learn how courageous leaders define clear expectations, ensuring that every team member understands their role in achieving shared goals. We’ll discuss the importance of cultivating a culture of integrity and transparency, where values are not just words but are lived daily. By focusing on alignment and integrity, leaders can create a collaborative environment that drives exceptional customer experiences. This session will… read more
Desiree Lemons Principal Product Manager at Equinix	From Data to Decisions: Unlocking the Power of AI Frameworks. This talk empowers businesses to start in the right places for a quick wins with the application of AI. Did you like this session? Share to vote.
Shazia Hassan Specialist Leader at Deloitte Consulting	Digital Transformation in Life Sciences and Healthcare: Navigating Challenges and Embracing Opportunities The digital landscape is ever-evolving, compelling organizations in the life sciences and healthcare sectors to pivot and adapt to remain competitive. This talk delves into the multifaceted journey of managing and successfully implementing digital transformation initiatives within these critical industries. Attendees will gain insights into the latest technological advancements, including AI, machine learning, and data analytics, that are revolutionizing patient care, research, and operational efficiency. We will address the unique challenges faced by life sciences and… read more
Jane Ridge Sr. Solutions Architect at Amazon	No Seat at the Table? I Built my Own In a tech world where women often find themselves overlooked, I decided to rewrite the narrative. Armed with a $55 certification book and self determination, I dove into cloud technologies not waiting for an invitation to participate. This session will inspire you as I talk about my journey of turning rejection into resilience, using self-learning and persistence and how it is possible to carve out your own space in the tech industry. Discovery how embracing failure, taking strategic risks, and investing in yourself allows you to transform challenges that we face daily into… read more
Tope Ajala Global Head of Diversity, Equity & Inclusion at Ogilvy	The Next Iteration of DE&I in the Tech Landscape and Beyond In this talk, Tope Ajala will share her journey and the experiences that have fueled her passion for diversity, equity, and inclusion (DE&I) and its important role in all organizations. With a strong focus on driving meaningful change, Tope articulates the challenges and frustrations associated with the industry's slow progress in advancing DE&I across various dimensions and addresses how the landscape continues to shift around this topic. Tope will offer insights into the changes she envisions for the tech industry and the broader societal landscape, emphasizing her commitment… read more
Beth Leonard Chief Operating Officer at R3, LLC	From Homeless to C-Suite: A Story of Courage and Resilience This is a story of hope and encouragement. A story of pushing through adversity - single motherhood, homelessness, and stage 4 cancer - building resilience, and successfully navigating a career in IT, cybersecurity, and compliance. A story of positivity, strength, encouragement, and giving back to others along the not so straight path to reaching the C-Suite. Did you like this session? Share to vote.
Jordanne Barrett Business Information Security Officer	Assessing AI Risks: A Step-by-Step Workshop with NIST Frameworks As artificial intelligence (AI) becomes increasingly integrated into organizational processes, managing its unique risks is essential for maintaining trust, compliance, and operational success. This hands-on workshop introduces participants to the NIST AI Risk Management Framework (AI RMF), a comprehensive guide to identifying, assessing, and mitigating AI-related risks. Through an interactive, step-by-step approach, attendees will learn how to apply the framework to real-world scenarios, ensuring their AI tools align with ethical standards, regulatory requirements, and organizational goals.… read more
Chandra Walker Enterprise Solution Specialist at Microsoft	The Power of Authenticity: How Genuine Self Expression Can Elevate Your Career & Wellbeing “When we are aligned to our truest selves, we exit survival and begin to thrive" Chan Walker In 2021, Chan switched industries and careers while being a first-time mom. She went from an entry level sales role at a tech start-up to an Enterprise Seller of AI for Microsoft in 3 years. By sharing her personal experience with the power of authenticity, Chan captivates her audiences by sheer vulnerability, laughter and motivation. Come curious, leave inspired. Did you like this session? Share to vote.