Sessions: WomenTech Global Conference

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Yashu Kapila CEO at BugRaptors	Adaptability is a Leader’s Virtue for Success In an era dominated by dynamic technological advancements, the importance of leadership adaptability cannot be overstated. Yashu Kapila, CEO BugRaptors, with her decades of experience as a leader in the tech industry will share her insights on the vital link between a leader's adaptability and their journey towards success, emphasizing the integration of the latest technologies. Delve into the dynamic landscape where leadership evolves hand-in-hand with cutting-edge innovations. Discover how adaptive leaders leverage the power of artificial intelligence, data analytics, and emerging… read more
Yashaswini KS Executive Director, IT at Garden City University	Reskilling & Upskilling : Strategies for Women to Thrive in the Age of Generative AI A world powered by AI, where machines automate tasks and reshape industries. But what does this future hold for women in tech? This talk is about seizing the opportunities. We'll explore practical strategies for women to navigate, adapt, and ultimately thrive in the age of generative AI. We'll delve into the potential impact of AI on jobs and skills, with a specific focus on sectors where women are highly represented. We will discover reskilling and upskilling opportunities to stay ahead of the curve and embrace AI as an ally, not a threat. Did you like this session? Share… read more
Ruchi Soni Technology Lead: Data & Analytics at Accenture	The Rise of Gen AI & Modern Data Platforms As organizations are looking to capitalize on Gen AI capabilities, Technology leaders should follow best practices and use the right data platform to deliver value and achieve desired outcomes. In this session, I will touch on different aspects of modern data platforms, and how users can securely tap into the power of Gen AI and use its latest features to build and share data products, make faster decisions, create new revenue streams, and unlock dynamic insights. This enables faster collaboration with customers and partners to identify the right use cases and optimal solutions for company… read more
Roopa Jayaraman Chief Technology Officer at Odessa	Crafting Your C-Suite Leadership Career: Piecing Together the Puzzle Navigating the ever-evolving tech landscape for two decades, Roopa Jayaraman currently serves as the CTO at Odessa, finding success through a growth mindset, continuous learning, and embracing leadership opportunities. This philosophy forged a clear career vision, fostered a robust network, and led her to invaluable mentorship. At Odessa, where horizons broaden, and growth opportunities abound, she thrived. Yet, as a woman, navigating mid-career challenges is a reality. In this session, Roopa is excited to share practical strategies, to propel you to new professional heights. Let’s dive into… read more
Richa Daga Software Engineer at Cisco	Encrypting Networking Layers for Security As our world becomes increasingly digital, cyber-security threats pose a risk to our network's weakest links. With more sensitive information being transmitted through optical fibres, it's crucial to safeguard our optical networks, which serve as the backbone of our network infrastructure. One way to secure communication links and make data undecipherable to hackers is through Optical Encryption. OTNSec Encryption, which utilizes the IKEv2 protocol, can protect data from unauthorised users' access. This session will cover the importance of monitoring each layer of the… read more
Sheetal Kale Managing Director and Head of DataArt R&D India at DataArt	Diversity and Inclusion in the Modern day IT organization Diversity & Inclusion (D&I) is among the most discussed topics in recent times with regards to people strategy. Today, D&I has become a key component of the company's value system and day-to-day activities such as goal setting exercises. Thus, it is no more being treated as a separate aspect that the company must do just to be considered as an organization having an inclusive and diverse work culture. The concept of D&I must be transmitted from the senior leadership to employees across all departments in the organization by making them understand its importance in the… read more
Palak Kamdar Vice President at JPMorganChase	Emerging Data/AI roles with disruptive technologies!! 1. Introduction to Generative AI and LLMs - Explore the foundational concepts of Generative AI and Large Language Models (LLMs), their capabilities, and how they are transforming the data landscape. 2.The Role of Data Scientists in Generative AI - Understand how data scientists are leveraging Generative AI to enhance data analysis, model building, and predictive analytics, along with real-world case studies. 3.AI Engineers and the Future of Model Deployment: Discover the evolving responsibilities of AI engineers in deploying and maintaining Generative AI and LLMs… read more
Yael Daihes Chief Data Scientist and Cybersecurity Leader \| Public Speaker	Hit the (ML) road(map) Jack With the advancement of AI, it seems there isn’t a task unsolvable by this amazing technology, and no wonder every type of product wants to leverage it. You hire the most brilliant researchers and wait for the magic to happen, but apparently, not every scientist can translate a business problem into a research task, and not every business leader can vividly define achievable goals for the ML organization. Imagine a digital health company that holds electronic medical records of thousands of patients. I believe we would all immediately assume their ML organization is creating… read more
Topaz Gilad VP of AI at Voyage81, ODDITY	MVP Mindset for Data Science Leads As data-science and machine-learning team leaders, we face the conflict between quick delivery and the uncertainty of the ML experimental nature. In this talk, Topaz will cover methodologies for improving focus, reducing uncertainty, and boosting your ability to transform algorithmic research into production. Using case studies from real-world data domains, this session covers data subsets, inner releases, data-driven scrum, and test-driven machine learning: Join the talk to learn about minimal viable product (MVP) and the different application aspects in your data… read more
Alexandra Devine President at VSG Marketing & Spindustry	Flipping the Script on Mentorship: What the Younger Generation Can Teach Others When you hear the word mentor you often think of someone giving advice to someone younger and less experienced. But what if we flipped the script on mentorship? Meet 30-year old Alex Devine, a marketing executive and business coach who specializes in executive coaching for women 40-60 years and older. In Alex’s words, “I meet women who are truly astonishing in what they've accomplished in their careers. They achieve success and earn a seat at the table, then have this tendency to doubt themselves once they get there. I'm here to reinvigorate them." In this session, hear how… read more
Tara Rezvani Engineering Lead at Wing	Women of Impact: MBA Journeys that Led to Transformation and Career Growth Join our panelists of accomplished women in tech, as they share their transformative MBA experience. The panel will deep dive into their motivations for pursuing Business School - ranging from career pivots, professional growth, leadership development and networking. If you’re curious about pursuing an MBA, or are currently in business school, this panel is for you! Get ready to hear about the highs, lows, and unexpected twists these panelists have navigated while balancing full time jobs, personal lives and school. Expect candid insights, tangible advice, and reflections on each… read more
Rika Nakazawa Group VP, New Ventures & Innovation at NTT	Are You Ready to Sustainably Create and/or Consume, and at the Speed of Light? As Gen AI technologies proliferate across governments, societies, and industries (especially Web 3, XR, Metaverse) the demand for computing infrastructure to power digital systems and economies will skyrocket. Data volume globally is expected to 16X in the bookends of 2018 and 2030, with commensurate energy demands to multiply 13X in the same window. This will mean more data centers, equipment, cabling, servers, GPUs, and power - MUCH more power - that is already unevenly distributed globally. This is not sustainable. But there is a way forward by moving from Electronic to Photonic… read more
Hanna Abdel Hamid Head of Sigma Software Canada at Sigma Software Group	Unveiling Unconscious Bias: Exploring the Hidden Forces Shaping Our Perceptions In this engaging keynote speech, we will delve into the intricate world of unconscious bias, shedding light on the hidden forces that shape our perceptions and decisions. We'll start by exploring the origins of unconscious bias, its various forms including racial, gender, and age biases, and the significant consequences it has on individuals, organizations, and society. Through captivating research insights and real-life examples, attendees will gain a deeper understanding of how bias influences our thoughts and actions. We will then focus on actionable steps to counter… read more
Sarah Wall Director, Business Analysis at Info-Tech Research Group	Harmonizing Work and Life: Mindfulness, Balance, and Remote Flexibility Many people strive to achieve work-life balance maintaining an equilibrium between the time devoted to one's job and the time allocated to personal life, family, health, and other non-work activities. It often implies a separation between work and personal life and creates a sense of trade-offs, where one's career success is weighed against personal life satisfaction. Consider looking at work-life balance through an alternate lens of striving for work-life harmony. Harmony suggests a more integrated and flexible approach to combining work and personal life. It… read more
Sarah Wall Director, Business Analysis at Info-Tech Research Group	Harmonizing Work and Life: Mindfulness, Balance, and Remote Flexibility Many people strive to achieve work-life balance maintaining an equilibrium between the time devoted to one's job and the time allocated to personal life, family, health, and other non-work activities. It often implies a separation between work and personal life and creates a sense of trade-offs, where one's career success is weighed against personal life satisfaction. Consider looking at work-life balance through an alternate lens of striving for work-life harmony. Harmony suggests a more integrated and flexible approach to combining work and personal life. It… read more
Marissa McNeelands CEO & Co-founder at Toast	Diverse by Design: Crafting AI with Inclusivity In this compelling TED-style talk, Marissa McNeelands, CEO and co-founder of Toast, explores the urgent need for diversity in AI, particularly in recruitment. The session will uncover the ethical challenges and biases deeply embedded in AI systems. Marissa will share groundbreaking insights from Toast’s innovative approach - using AI not just to screen candidates in, but to ensure women and underrepresented groups aren't unfairly screened out. The talk will conclude with an interactive Q & A, diving deeper into individual queries and collective insights on forging a more inclusive AI… read more
Amber Foucault Vice President of Product, Applications at Dayforce	Integrating AI and ML into the Product Development Process In this talk, Amber Foucault, VP of Product Applications at Dayforce, will share tactical strategies and leading methodologies to integrate AI and ML into the product development process – no matter the organization or team size. Amber’s unique experience, including launching 70+ products throughout her career in startups and enterprise, will highlight a scrappy approach to innovation and deliver tangible takeaways. Topics covered will include problem identification, team configuration, and strategic and structural options – all best practices for testing and integrating innovation quickly… read more
Pooja Kelgaonkar Senior Data Architect at Rackspace Technology	Data Strategy for AI Adoption Discuss how organizations can develop and implement effective AI strategies, including considerations for selecting the right data and AI strategies. Did you like this session? Share to vote.
Jess Johnson Technical Lead at Fullscript	AI Advocacy in Engineering: Translating Tech into Business This talk will explore the pivotal role engineers play as AI advocates within their organizations, acting as a bridge between technical AI development and business strategy. We delve into "The Engineers Playbook", providing practical strategies, tools, and illuminating case studies to empower engineers to effectively communicate the benefits and investments of AI to non-technical stakeholders. We will also discuss how to inspire engineers to own their expert title, motivating continuous learning about AI advancements and their business impact to foster a culture of relentless… read more
Michelle Brooks Chief People & Culture Officer at Security Compass	Empowering Women in Tech: Navigating the Remote & Hybrid Landscape Join us for an insightful discussion on making remote and hybrid work environments truly work for you as a woman in technology. We'll explore the potential dangers of remote and hybrid work, specifically addressing the impacts of cognitive load on women. Learn effective strategies for creating boundaries that seamlessly integrate work with life, and gain practical tips on self-advocacy both at home and in the professional sphere. Let's empower ourselves to thrive in the evolving world of work! Did you like this session? Share to vote.