Sessions: WomenTech Global Conference

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Madona Wambua CTO at Axxelist	An Introduction to Building Apps for the Modern World Mobile applications have become an indispensable part of our daily lives in today’s tech-savvy world. From communication and entertainment to productivity and e-commerce, mobile apps are crucial in shaping how we interact with the digital realm. As the demand for innovative and user-friendly apps continues to grow, so does the need for skilled mobile developers who can create exceptional user experiences across different platforms. This talk aims to provide a comprehensive introduction to mobile development, equipping participants with the fundamental knowledge and tools to… read more
Professor Tracey Sigers IT Department Chair at NCUS TEC Career College	Slient Ditch Digger the Serial Killer of Dreams - Symptoms of Career Advancement Self Sabotaoge Individuals engage in, often unconsciously, which can hinder their own progress and success. These factors undermine goals, aspirations, and potential achievements which can be detrimental to personal and professional growth. This presentation will discuss behaviors of career self-sabotage while providing strategies to releasing your dreams in career advancement. Topics covered: Embracing your career Journey (Putting down the Shovel) The Imposter Syndrome (Eliminating Self-Doubt) Choosing our Lane (You can’t grow a banana in Alaska) What you trained for… read more
Angel McDowell Engineer, Program Development at SEI	Is Prompt Engineering the new divide Mastering prompt engineering is proven as an integral part of LLMs. For those who master it, the benefits are insurmountable. An expert has improved control, enhanced relevance, reduced bias and an efficient output. Did you like this session? Share to vote.
Carmen Bellacasa Director of Product Managment at Kin Insurance	You Are Good Enough! This is the story of an unconventional career journey—from a brief banking stint to living essentially homeless in the basement of my shop, and defying odds in the modeling world despite being told I was "too short." Amidst doubters and naysayers, I found my true passion in tech and forged my path, aided by an encouraging network professors and female allies, culminating in a thriving career at an inspiring company. Did you like this session? Share to vote.
Sabrina Ratheekan Director of Enterprise Technology at Walmart Global Tech	Rise Above Impostor Syndrome Without Having To Work Harder (Even If You're The Only Woman In The Room) Feeling like an outsider in the tech world, despite your hard-earned successes? From undue scrutiny over each mistake to the exhausting pursuit of perfection, being the solitary woman in tech amplifies these challenges, risking confidence and career advancement. This not only stalls personal growth but exacerbates the tech industry's gender gap, depriving it of vital, diverse perspectives. Don’t let these barriers hold you back. Join our panel discussion with four women in tech. They'll spark conversation with their personal stories and strategies for navigating… read more
Lucinda Cross Founder at Activate Worldwide LLC	Reinventing Yourself: Empowering Women in Tech The presentation is designed to convey the idea of personal growth, empowerment, and embracing transitions as opportunities for positive change. The aim is to inspire and motivate women in tech to discover their inner strength, overcome challenges, and achieve their fullest potential. Did you like this session? Share to vote.
Mona Soni Founder at Sostibl	Sustainability in the Digital Era Technology has been the biggest disruptor and creator of opportunities over last few decades. For coming decades my hope is that Technology would enable equity, inclusivity and sustainability for all. I have been a technology leader for over a decade now and have been working in the sustainability space for last few years. I am now building a technology powered sustainability organization to enable growing organizations become more sustainable. Through this talk hope to bring the awareness, passions and responsibility we all have to make our companies, organizations and communities… read more
Shruthi Murthy EVP of Engineering at Modern Treasury	Payment Systems are Hard but Don’t Have to Be. Build a Resilient Payment System and Team Why are payment systems hard? Financial systems for money movement have existed for hundreds of years. Yet building a reliable payments system is complex, and companies large and small experience many pain points in doing so. In this talk, we will dig into the complexity, expose the challenges, and present methods to build resilient payment systems and teams. We will also address technologies being used to modernize payment operations, especially in business-to-business payments, which largely happen via bank transfers. We will focus on the complexity of building APIs for bank transfers as… read more
Shruthi Murthy EVP of Engineering at Modern Treasury	Payment Systems are Hard but Don’t Have to Be. Build a Resilient Payment System and Team Why are payment systems hard? Financial systems for money movement have existed for hundreds of years. Yet building a reliable payments system is complex, and companies large and small experience many pain points in doing so. In this talk, we will dig into the complexity, expose the challenges, and present methods to build resilient payment systems and teams. We will also address technologies being used to modernize payment operations, especially in business-to-business payments, which largely happen via bank transfers. We will focus on the complexity of building APIs for bank transfers as… read more
Jenny Kleintop Founder and Chief Philanthropy Operations Officer at PhilanthropyOps	Fight or Flight: Why I Stayed After Knowing I Would Be Laid Off Working as an executive member of the C-Suite team, I knew I was going to get laid off. I had to decide whether to stay and fight or take flight. I made the choice to stay, for 6 months, planned and executed my own transition out of the company, and continued to fight for equality. Find out why I stayed, what the transition plan entailed, and how staying for those 6 months allowed others and me to thrive after I was let go. Did you like this session? Share to vote.
Dr. Denise Turley VP Corp Systems at U.S. Chamber of Commerce	Tips for Navigating the Corporate Ladder In this presentation, I’ll take us through a glimpse of my voyage through the tech industry, blending my personal story with broader trends. We will cover the importance of continuous learning and the power of networking. I will delve into the challenges of self-doubt, the necessity of setting boundaries, and strategies to combat subtle biases. The session emphasizes the roles of mentorship and advocacy for diversity before culminating in a hopeful vision for an inclusive tech future with Women leading the charge. Did you like this session? Share to vote.
Renate Cunneen Vice President Global Corporate Technology at Canadalife	Your Brand, your Resilience, your Path! My talk is more motivational to help women in a very male dominated industry see that they too can achieve the heights of executive Leadership. I share my personal journey (left home at 15, dropped out of university (due to family tragedy) struggled to get recognized in my career. I am someone with no formal tech education but with the right attitude, focus and resilience I have managed to earn the position of Vice President in a pure technology role. I talk about my ego and what failures i had to experience to rise above 'myself', to learn vulnerability and above all to believe… read more
Kendra Rozett McCormick Sr Mgr of Datacenter and Network Operations at Healthedge	The Power of Being Underestimated As a woman in IT for 20+ I have developed several tenets that have helped me succeed and turn my gender into my greatest asset. I share these tenets with real life examples and tips for how to apply them yourself. Did you like this session? Share to vote.
Becca Powers Strategic Sales Leader and Solution Evangelist - Global Enterprise SD-WAN and SASE at Cisco	Leveraging Team Thinking for Next Level Innovation and Industry Disruption Unleash innovation and catapult your team into creative brilliance! Journey into a cosmic explosion of creativity where leadership meets innovation, waving goodbye to dull sessions and embracing uncharted creativity. In a realm where ideas flow like rivers and ingenuity shines like stars, obliterate the box, ignite audacious dreams, and channel your squad's genius. This is no ordinary talk; it's a symphony of strategy, a dance of audacity, and a revolution of rethinking. ☄️ Keynote Takeaways: - Encourage team members to… read more
Desiree Lemons Senior Manager, Global Product Management at Equinix	Creating Product Vision and Success in a Fast-Paced Industry How to create globally competitive Products in the fast-paced technology industry. Did you like this session? Share to vote.
Laura Manning SVP, Measurement at Cint	Understanding Your Audience Through Measurement In today's age, advertisers have the unique ability to engage directly with target consumers and receive real-time feedback from them. Yet, this is not being utilized to its fullest. With over 10 years of experience in the advertising technology industry, Laura Manning has perspective on the evolution of the industry. Through her experience, she can lend insights to ways in which marketers can update their strategies to effectively reach their target audiences through media measurement. Her talk will discuss her background in the industry, how marketers can better understand their… read more
Ewa Kleczyk, PhD Senior Vice President, Analytics & Data Operations at Target RWE	Remote Work Realities: Exploring the Positives, Challenges, and Achievements Join us in this insightful fireside chat as we delve into the dynamic landscape of remote work. The chat will explore the myriad positives that come with working from home, shedding light on the flexibility and work-life balance it offers. Simultaneously, we'll navigate the challenges remote work presents, addressing issues such as communication hurdles and potential isolation. Whether you're a seasoned remote worker or just beginning to explore the possibilities, this discussion promises valuable insights into the multifaceted realities of remote work. Did… read more
Bibigi Haile Founder and Strategic advisor at The Beauvoir Group	Can you hear me now: creating the conditions for conversations on change. DEI has been a critical yet challenging space to navigate over the last few years. Although the commitment of leadership in most organizations remains high, there is what some might call a DEI “fatigue” or confusion that seems to be setting in. I believe the time has come to rekindle DEI commitment in most organizations and I would like to offer a way to do that with a conference called Can you hear me now: creating the conditions for conversations on change. Can you hear me now is an interactive talk around intentionally creating the conditions for safe… read more
Linda Dotts Chief Partner Strategy Officer at SS&C Blue Prism	Leadership in the Era of AI: A Roadmap for Responsible Innovation and Governance Embracing responsible innovation in the field of artificial intelligence (AI) is the best way forward in a world that is becoming increasingly reliant on technology. Businesses should be allowed to reap the benefits of AI, such as accelerated growth, enhanced customer experience and a more satisfied workforce. As companies digest the impact of President Biden’s Executive Order on AI and broader efforts by governments worldwide to establish a legal and regulatory foundation for the responsible advancement of AI - the time to begin building a framework for governing AI in your… read more
Amanda Darcangelo Senior Data Consultant at CTI Data	DataOps: How and why to use software development practices in data DevOps has been the undercurrent of software development for decades, ensuring dev teams successfully complete projects and meet goals. This eases the communication barriers between individual contributors and management as well as technical teams and business units. Data professionals are beginning to implement these software development practices in our product development as DataOps. This creates streamlined and efficient builds. Not all data projects are good candidates for DataOps and the more structured program management that comes with it, however, nor are all data… read more