Sessions: WomenTech Global Conference

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Susan Twadell AVP, Enterprise Data Management & Enablement at Cox Automotive	A Career Destination Where Tech Meets Automotive What makes a company a career destination vs a steppingstone? In this panel discussion and Q&A, two panelists in very different roles at Cox Automotive dig into company culture, work benefits, growth opportunities, and good leadership to help Women in Tech know what to look for in their next career move. Did you like this session? Share to vote.
Leslie Vander Baan Head of Next Inspect at Cox Automotive (Fyusion)	From the Bench to the Boardroom Success and setbacks in your career are inevitable. How you catapult yourself back into the ecosystem after these events ultimately defines your personal brand and future earnings. This session will help you discern trends in your personal career timeline. Leslie will also share how she developed a personal brand that sustained her career opportunities when going from nine months pregnant and closing a business to consulting internationally and being recruited by investors to develop the nation's first AI powered intelligent automotive marketplace Did you like… read more
Aruna Narayanan Principal Software Architect at GE HealthCare	Looking towards Career Growth! Get Inspired by Ambitious leaders in GEHC! Here's an opportunity to get to know inspirational stories from 3 Ambitious GEHC leaders about their journey so far and how they have developed their own priorities and strategies to grow further in their career. Did you like this session? Share to vote.
Kelly Mulroney SVP Product & Engineering at Cox Automotive	Driven by Passion: How Cox Automotive’s Client-Obsession Led to Digital Transformation and Innovation In this session, learn how you can be successful in digital transformation by being client-obsessed and customer-focused and unlocking innovation with data intelligence. Cox Automotive SVP of Product and Engineering Kelly Mulroney will talk about operating at scale in a complex ecosystem, and share key insights for career and leadership success for female engineering, data and product roles. Did you like this session? Share to vote.
Sadhana Gupta Senior Product Manager \| Walmart at Carnegie Mellon University	Doubt to Dominance: Overcoming Inferiority Complex This talk explores the prevalent yet often overlooked issue of the inferiority complex among product managers. Occupying roles that blend diverse responsibilities and high expectations, product managers may grapple with feelings of inadequacy and doubt in their professional capabilities. This talk will discuss how such feelings manifest, including hesitation in decision-making, reluctance to assert opinions, and concerns about technical inadequacies compared to peers. The focus will be on reframing negative thoughts, leveraging small victories, and fostering a growth mindset to not just cope… read more
Elena Vartas Social Impact and Sustainability Engagement Manager, North America at Epam Systems	Empowering Organizational Growth and Social Impact through a Dynamic Learning Culture: Cultivating Talent Evolution in the Digital Era In today's ever-changing technological landscape, the imperative for organizations to cultivate a learning culture remains paramount. Recognizing this need, EPAM has pioneered the concept of a continuously learning organization through its Global Campus initiative, aimed at empowering employees to continually enhance their skills and stay abreast of the latest industry developments. Join us as we delve into the transformative impact of Global Campus on EPAM's workforce, equipping them with the tools necessary to thrive in a rapidly evolving digital ecosystem. We will… read more
Jagbir Kaur Global Strategy and operations manager at Google	Ethical Considerations in Ai and Ml: Bias Detection and Mitigation Strategies 20-minute session at the Women in Tech event will delve into the crucial topic of "Ethical Considerations in AI and ML: Bias Detection and Mitigation Strategies." We will explore the inherent biases present in AI algorithms, which can perpetuate societal inequalities and exacerbate existing biases. Drawing from recent research, including the paper "A Review on Bias Detection and Mitigation Techniques in Machine Learning" by Priya Baskaran and Dr. S. Yasodha, we will examine various forms of bias and their impacts on marginalized communities. Furthermore, I… 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
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
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
Theresa Neil CEO, Founder at Guidea	The Ally Effect: Supercharging Women in Tech Join me for an inspiring story of how I inadvertently launched a $1M scholarship program in just 30 days and how my tiny agency is now supporting 50 early stage FemTech founders on their mission to transform women's health. I'll share the my smartest moves and dumbest ones, and some low-effort, high-impact ways you can provide allyship to women in tech and make the landscape more equitable and diverse. Did you like this session? Share to vote.
Amrita Aurora Senior Software Engineer at Meta	Pixels to Programming: Unveiling the Creative Parallel of Art and Software Engineering This session delves into the intriguing intersection between artistic expression and the technical world of software engineering. Attendees will explore how creativity, imagination, and problem-solving skills common in artistry can be seamlessly integrated into the process of software development. Through real-world examples of the speakers career as a Senior Software engineer and Artist, this session aims to inspire women in tech to leverage their artistic inclinations to excel in the field of software engineering, ultimately fostering innovation and diversity in technology. Did you… read more
Nicole Scheffler Chief Tech Diva at Tech Diva Success	Bending the Future: The Irrefutable Power of Tech Divas In the dynamic landscape of business, powerful women bring forth a unique set of leadership gifts—superpowers capable of catalyzing substantial positive change. Join this inspiring session to explore the often-overlooked topic of how these gifts can profoundly impact businesses and shape the future. As a leader who embarked on a transformative journey, from aspiring for more to becoming a success coach, I share insights on unlocking your potential through mindset practices. Imagine a world transformed by small shifts within ourselves, creating a ripple effect for a better… read more