Uma
Devireddy
CEO at Lucid Technologies
"From Adversity to Advocacy: The Power of Purpose-Driven Leadership"
"From Adversity to Advocacy: The Power of Purpose-Driven Leadership"
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Session: From Adversity to Advocacy: The Power of Purpose-Driven Leadership
In this inspiring talk, Uma shares her journey from overcoming cultural and personal adversities to becoming a resilient leader and advocate for women in tech. Through powerful storytelling and actionable insights, she explores how challenges can shape purpose-driven leadership and empower individuals to create meaningful impact. Uma’s journey highlights the transformative power of resilience, mentorship, and community, offering a roadmap for women to rise, lead, and thrive in the tech industry.Key Takeaways
- Resilience as a Leadership Foundation: Participants will learn how to turn personal and professional adversities into opportunities for growth and leadership.
- Purpose-Driven Leadership: Attendees will understand the importance of aligning personal values and experiences with professional goals to create meaningful impact.
- Overcoming Barriers in Tech: Practical strategies for women to navigate challenges, build confidence, and thrive in male-dominated industries.
- The Power of Storytelling: Insights on using authentic storytelling to build connections, inspire teams, and establish influence.
- Creating Advocacy Through Leadership: A framework for using leadership roles to mentor others, advocate for underrepresented groups, and foster inclusivity in the workplace.
Bio
Uma is the CEO of Lucid Technologies and a passionate advocate for women in tech. With over two decades of experience spanning digital transformation, vendor management, and leadership development, Uma combines her expertise in technology with her lifelong commitment to coaching and mentorship. A former leadership trainer and youngest regional head at ICICI Bank, Uma has also led multimillion-dollar projects in the U.S. tech space. Through her initiative, ProjectHER, she empowers women to thrive in tech, and as the founder of Global Speakers Circle, she builds platforms for communication excellence. Uma’s journey of resilience, from overcoming health challenges to breaking barriers in male-dominated industries, inspires her mission to help others rise, lead, and succeed.