Sessions: WomenTech Global Conference

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Jessica Orozco Senior VP of Sales at Platform.sh	Navigating the Executive Jungle: Top 5 Mistakes First-Time VPs Make and How to Avoid the Pitfalls Are you on the cusp of stepping into your first Vice President role, or perhaps you've recently taken the leap into the world of senior leadership? If so, you won't want to miss our enlightening conference talk, "Navigating the Executive Jungle: Top 5 Mistakes First-Time VPs Make and How to Avoid the Pitfalls." In the high-stakes landscape of executive leadership, even the most seasoned professionals can encounter challenges that are unique to the role of a Vice President. This dynamic and insightful presentation will highlight the top five common mistakes… read more
Khushpreet Sohi Engineering Manager at Meta Platforms Inc.	Prioritizing Teen Safety in the Online World This talk delves into the critical issue of safeguarding teenagers in the digital realm. It explores the multifaceted risks teenagers encounter online, including cyberbullying, exposure to inappropriate content, and interactions with online predators. Emphasizing a collective responsibility, it highlights the pivotal roles of parents, guardians, educators, policymakers, and tech companies in ensuring teen safety online. The talk advocates for proactive measures such as awareness campaigns, comprehensive education on online safety, and fostering open communication channels. It underscores the… read more
Kady Srinivasan CMO at Lightspeed Commerce	Harmony in Marketing: Balancing the Left Brain and Right Brain Strategies Successful marketers seamlessly blend both analytical and creative elements to create a harmonious marketing ecosystem. The left brain tackles data-driven decision-making, metrics, and market research, while the right brain emphasizes creativity, storytelling, and emotional connections. Kady, a "failed engineer" turned CMO at Lightspeed, adeptly integrates science and creativity. Using data, she crafts campaigns connecting authentically with customers. Drawing on IPO experiences from previous roles (Dropbox, Owlet, Klaviyo), Kady offers valuable insights, shaping her approach to… read more
Priyanka Kuvalekar UX Researcher II at Cisco Systems Inc	AI and Accessibility - How can the use of AI in Digital Collaboration Empower People with Disabilities (PwD) People with Disabilities (PwD) often encounter unique challenges in the workplace that can impede their daily efficiency and productivity. In our fast-evolving digital world, prioritizing accessibility, and inclusivity for individuals with disabilities is paramount. With advancements in Artificial Intelligence, we now have powerful tools available to us, that can help achieve this goal. As a UX Researcher at Cisco Webex, one of the key initiatives I work on is Accessibility Research. I conduct 1:1 user interviews with PwD, referred to as 'Fast Feedback Sessions,' to… read more
Sravya Madipalli Data Science Leader- Product at Nextdoor	Empowering Excellence: Navigating the Product Landscape and Mastering the Art of Ownership in Tech Embark on a journey into the intricate realm of technology and product ownership. Explore the importance of adopting a product mindset, encouraging professionals to think beyond their roles and leverage tools to unlock hidden potential. Delve into the art of prioritization, offering solutions for managing multiple stakeholders and achieving a harmonious balance between short-term tasks and long-term impactful projects. Learn the strategies for leveraging existing work, emphasizing the need to avoid duplication and efficiently search for resources. Find a roadmap for finding balance in… read more
Kristen Brun Sharkey Founder and Executive Coach at Emboldify	From Uncertainty to Action: Applying Improv Strategies for Confident Decision-Making In a rapidly changing tech landscape, confident decision-making is essential. Join this engaging talk that bridges the worlds of improv and tech leadership. Kristen Brun Sharkey, an executive coach for tech leaders and an improv enthusiast, will guide you through practical strategies to navigate uncertainty, make confident decisions, and lead with impact. Discover how principles from the improv stage can empower you to embrace ambiguity, think on your feet, and turn challenges into opportunities. Get ready to improvise your way to confident decision-making! Did you like this session… read more
Preeti Agarwal Co-Founder & CTO at SecureThings.ai	Top Cybersecurity Trends in Automotive Industry in 2024 The global automotive industry will place a greater emphasis on developing strong cybersecurity measures to defend against hacking and data breaches. Governments and regulatory bodies will push for the implementation of advanced encryption methods, secure cloud-based systems, and real-time monitoring integrated into vehicles. What impact does this have on the OEMs and end-consumer? Did you like this session? Share to vote.
Fatima Albar Staff Technical Program Manager at Cribl, inc	Agile As A Mindset: Product Delivery Framework Agile, like leadership, is a mindset. It's a way of thinking that emphasizes the ability to adjust quickly, embrace failures as opportunities for learning, and bounce back quickly. Beyond simply serving as a methodology for team organization, managing uncertainty, prioritizing customers, and adapting to changing requirements, the Agile mindset involves comprehension, collaboration, continuous learning, and maintaining flexibility to achieve outstanding performance and meet customer needs. Forbes has classified the Agile management revolution as a transformative force in the world of work… read more
Sharda Kumari Tech Lead Manager at Airbnb	Carbon-Conscious AI: Nurturing Eco-Aware Communities and Reducing Software Footprints Join us for an enlightening keynote on 'Carbon-Conscious AI: Nurturing Eco-Aware Communities and Reducing Software Footprints.' In this era of technological innovation, we will explore the transformative potential of AI in fostering sustainability. Delving into the dynamic interplay between customer engagement through Green AI and strategies to minimize the carbon footprint of software, attendees will discover actionable insights for building eco-aware communities. From harnessing the power of AI for responsible customer interactions to implementing cutting-edge… read more
Poornima Muthukumar Senior Technical Product Manager at Microsoft	Unlocking Product Growth with Big Data, Data Science and Machine Learning We are thrilled to invite you to a talk by Poornima Muthukumar, a Senior Product Manager at Microsoft who uses data science to create amazing products. In this talk, she will share how she builds data-driven products that are backed by insightful analysis and how she uses big data, data science and machine learning to make complex product decisions. She will also show you how she leverages product data to conduct various types of analysis, such as feedback, engagement, retention, funnel and segmentation analysis. Additionally, she will demonstrate how she runs A/B experiments and apply some… read more
Pooja Ray Chaudhuri Software Engineer at TikTok	Design Thinking for Developers: Building Intuitive and User-Centric Apps Design is not the sole responsibility of designers, we as software developers need to focus on design thinking. This will bridge the gap making software applications not only functional but also user-centric and intuitive Did you like this session? Share to vote.
Nas Hajia Security Architect at Okta	Security Risk Prioritization: Lessons Learned for making smarter security decisions With the prevalence of specialized tools tailored to security monitoring and posture checking, there is an opportunity for organizations to automate the risk registry feeds and reporting structure. A successful risk program enables the service owners to frequently act on and work towards addressing the identified risk. Security Risk Prioritization and Quantification matures the program and helps achieve this goal by enabling the decision-makers to allocate resources to activities with the most impact on the organization’s security posture. Complexities in the realm of Technology… read more
Robin Sutara Field CTO at Databricks	Is Generative AI Creating a Game of Thrones? Join Robin Sutara for a journey on the evolution of data culture resulting from the GenAI movement. We will cover the implications of generative AI on various aspects of organisations, including workforce dynamics, decision-making processes, and the role of human creativity. The session will also explore how generative AI can disrupt traditional organisational structures and challenge existing power hierarchies. Additionally, Robin will provide insights and share strategies for leading organisations through this transformative period, including the importance of fostering a culture of… read more
Swetha Kolli Director, Client Services at Palo Alto Networks	Accelerating revenue recognition: Building & Leading high-performing customer-facing dev teams The customer-facing developer teams are often known as Implementation Teams in most SaaS companies and are responsible for the technical delivery of the product. Implementation is where the rubber meets the road. A successful on-time implementation is the path to revenue recognition, product adoption and ultimately customer satisfaction. We’ll chat about - - how to build and lead high-performing developer team, - common mistakes and how to avoid them, - Build accountability through bottoms-up KPIs - And cover real-life thought-provoking scenarios … read more
Maitri Chattopadhyay Senior Software Engineer at Disney Streaming	AI in Digital Advertising: Making Ads Smarter Understanding Digital Advertising and identify areas AI is making an impact in this space Did you like this session? Share to vote.
Katelyn Falk Principal Security Technical Program Manager at Zoom	Create Your Space in Technology: four steps to create an employee resource group Does your organization lack a Women in Technology employee resource group? No problem. In this session we will follow basic steps to establish a Women in Technology group, obtain executive sponsorship, and drive engagement amongst members. Learn how to establish leadership, create a charter and yearly goals, all while creating a supportive and inclusive environment for women in the technology profession. All this can be done virtually and with little budget. Join this session to learn more! Did you like this session? Share to vote.
Rithu Leena John Engineering Manager at Lyft	A Journey from Individual Contributor to Managerial Success I would like to share my journey of how I went from being a software engineering lead to trying out management in a TLM role to moving to a full time manager. I would like to cover the steps I took, the skills that helped me along the way and my decision making process. A lot of aspiring managers could benefits from learning about my journey. It's not always easy for a women in the tech world to rise up and advocate for opportunities, I would love to share the tips and tricks I used along the way Did you like this session? Share to vote.
Morvareed Salehpour Managing Attorney	AI Unveiled: Balancing the Benefits and Burdens with Legal Perspectives This presentation will delve into the legal implications and complications of artificial intelligence, discussing intellectual property complications, treatment of data and privacy issues, contract complications, sources of liability, and novel types of disputes. Specifically, as the real-world begins to make greater use of this technology, we explore what are the ramifications in responsibility, liability, and more that we should be thinking about, both as producers and users of these new technologies. Did you like this session? Share to vote.
Ivna Curi Managing Director at Assertive Way Institute	Career Amplified: Harnessing the Power of a Bold, Unapologetic Voice in Tech Uncover the stories of career-advancing conversations of several women leaders in tech who succeeded despite all the challenges of the tech industry. These stories, selected from the ‘Unapologetic Voice: 101 Real-World Strategies for Brave Self Advocacy & Bold Leadership’ book, reveal how they courageously spoke up to grow and shape their careers. These tech women mastered the art of assertive communication, effectively advocating for themselves to secure sponsorships, promotions, substantial raises, vital resources, significant opportunities, and even career pivots.… read more
Lori Mackenzie Co-founder at Stanford VMware Women's Leadership Innovation Lab	Revolutionizing Board Culture Boards of Directors provide guidance, oversight and accountability to help organizations navigate uncertainty and thrive. As boards seek to enhance their effectiveness by bringing in new voices and perspectives, they must also curate a culture that leverages the power of diversity. In collaboration with the California Partners Project, a non-profit co-founded by First Partner Jennifer Siebel Newsom, the Stanford VMware Women's Leadership Innovation Lab launched the first-ever playbook on board culture in January. Learn about the insights that drive both inclusivity and effectiveness to… read more