Sessions: WomenTech Global Conference

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Sonakshi Pandey Customer Engineer, Data Analytics	A career you hate to a career you love - a journey worth taking Do you hate your current role? Do you feel that you are stuck in your career? Does your current role challenge you enough? Do you feel demotivated about your work? If you answered YES to any of the questions then this is the session for you! 4 years ago, I used to hate my job too. My work was not exciting and I was not at all motivated to go to work. One day I decided to change this and started researching what other options are out there, and through careful deliberation, I developed a framework that helped me successfully transition into my dream role. My framework… read more
Crystal Coleman COO at GameDevHQ	Breaking Barriers and Building Inclusion: GamedevHQ's Commitment to Empowering Women in Tech As the Chief Operating Officer of GamedevHQ, I am passionate about promoting diversity and supporting women in the game development industry. In this 30-minute meet and greet, I will share with you how GamedevHQ is taking concrete steps to ensure women have equal opportunities to thrive in the industry and why this mission is personally important to me. I'll discuss our commitment to diversity, equity, and inclusion, including our $6,000 Women in Tech scholarship aimed at lowering barriers for women to enter our Professional Unity Developers Program. This program is… read more
Sowmya Kumar Moderator \| Senior Data Scientist at Microsoft	From Insights to Impact: Leveraging Data to Drive Growth and Transformation This is a panel talk where we will be discussing with senior leaders in tech how they are bringing growth and transformation by leveraging data. What types of teams are successful? How are organizations structured that bring faster transformation? What are roadblockers- challenges in change management? How to continue to transform in these challenging times, in spite of hiring slowdowns. Did you like this session? Share to vote.
Krithika Bhat Chief Information Officer at Pure Storage	Breaking Down Workplace Barriers for Female Immigrants in Tech From her beginnings in Mumbai, India studying mechanical engineering to her work as an executive in Silicon Valley at renowned technology companies including Oracle and Pure Storage, Krithika Bhat has had a long and successful career in technology. In fact, as the current CIO at Pure Storage, Krithika Bhat is responsible for driving technology-enabled business transformation, setting overall strategy and defining and executing the roadmap for technology infrastructure and business applications throughout the company. But her journey has been no easy feat. A woman in technology… read more
Deirdre Sommerkamp Moderator \| VP, Solutions Consulting, Operations & Enablement at Upland Software	Leading Resilient Teams: Strategies for Driving Innovation and High Performance Join us for an engaging discussion with a panel of esteemed senior leaders in the tech industry as they share their insights and strategies for leading resilient teams that drive innovation and achieve high performance. The panelists will delve into the critical role of company culture and leadership in fostering resilience within tech teams. Drawing from their extensive backgrounds in the tech industry, they will share their insights on how to navigate through disruptions, overcome challenges, and leverage diversity and inclusion to build resilient teams that thrive in the… read more
Asha Keddy Former Corporate VP and GM, Intel; Independent Board Director Smith Micro Software	The Future is Now: CIO Panel on Emerging Technologies and Business Strategy In this panel, CIOs from leading companies will discuss how emerging technologies are driving business innovation and transforming industries. The discussion will also touch on how CIOs can effectively balance innovation with business strategy and drive successful outcomes. Attendees can expect to gain valuable insights into how to leverage emerging technologies to drive business growth and competitive advantage. Did you like this session? Share to vote.
Poonam Garg Vice President at U.S. Bank	CTO view on AI: friends or enemies? When it comes to businesses like airlines and banks, artificial intelligence is a topic that fascinates & attracts companies to define automation & digitization as services to end-user customer Did you like this session? Share to vote.
Rebecca Schriver Vice President Technology and Information Services, Gas Distribution at Enbridge	The Importance of the Customer Voice: Enhancing Your Digital Strategy Through Customer Feedback Insights In today's fast-paced and ever-changing digital landscape, it's more important than ever for organizations to stay attuned to the needs and preferences of their customers. This is where the voice of the customer comes in - by gathering and analyzing customer feedback, organizations can better understand what their customers want and need and use this insight to inform and improve their digital offerings. In this session, we'll explore the importance of the voice of the customer in digital strategy and discuss best practices for gathering and acting on customer feedback. We… read more
Anu Bharadwaj President at Atlassian	Long-term resilience: How to manage your energy to manage your time From product manager and developer, to Chief Operating Officer and now President, Atlassian's Anu Bharadwaj has nearly two decades of experience thriving in high-growth, high-speed environments. With a track record of leading transformations, building billion-dollar businesses, and shipping blockbuster products, she is often pulled in about a hundred different directions. And while building for resilience in one's career is one thing, sustaining it is another aspect entirely. In this talk, Anu will share the crucial difference between managing time and energy – because they are not… read more
Oleksandra Chudner Head of ESG (Social Impact) & DEI at EPAM	Empowering Inclusivity: Unleashing the Potential of Diverse Minds in Tech Join us in discovering the transformative power of diversity, equity, and inclusion (DEI) in the tech industry through our compelling presentation: "Empowering Inclusivity: Unleashing the Potential of Diverse Minds in Tech." In this interactive session, we'll take you on a journey through the world of DEI, highlighting its impact on innovation, creativity, and overall business success. Our talk will showcase inspiring DEI stories from the frontlines, demonstrating how fostering an inclusive culture can unlock the true potential of any organization. We'll discuss key… read more
Uma Dama Director, Cloud Operations at BlackLine	The Strategic Importance of Project, Program, and Portfolio Management in Today's Business Environment This session will provide a comprehensive overview of project, program, and portfolio management, and explore the differences between each. Attendees will learn the key characteristics, responsibilities, and skills required for each level of management, as well as how they interact with each other to ensure successful project delivery. Additionally, this session will provide insights into the benefits of utilizing each management level in organizations, including how they can help improve organizational efficiency and effectiveness. Did you like this session? Share to vote.
Suzanne McKenna Global Vice President, People & Culture at Encora	How women are changing the software sector. We are living in challenging times, and women have a solid role to play in business in making organizations successful. We must acknowledge the challenges women face, including being the primary caregivers in society, and we need to strive to create a flexible work environment that accommodates working mothers. We must empower young women to consider computer science and coding as career path and encourage men to support women in advancing their careers. We believe that women need to break the glass ceiling and learn the art of bragging and negotiating for themselves. Encora… read more
Priyanka Sharma Enterprise Architect at dsm-firmenich	Women's Journey from Industrial Revolution to Artificial Intelligence "From IR(Industrial Revolution) to AI: Tracing women’s journey through Industrial Revolution(s), and fostering a more inclusive Artificial Intelligence future" • Assessing the contributions and social standing of Women in industrial and technological revolutions • Necessity for greater Inclusivity in current and future technological developments • Identifying challenges and developing new thinking approaches Did you like this session? Share to vote.
Manik Kashikar Google cloud practice lead/ Cloud Solution Architect at Thoughtworks, India	Unleash the business potential with elevated cloud strategy In the ever-evolving landscape of digital transformation, unlocking the full potential of your business demands a strategic ascent to the clouds. Embrace a journey where innovation intertwines with scalability, navigating the complexities with precision. Discover the abstract realm of elevated cloud strategy—a catalyst for unleashing unprecedented growth, efficiency, and agility in the dynamic tapestry of today's business landscape. Did you like this session? Share to vote.
Saigeetha A J Chief Data Scientist at IBM India Pvt Limited	Revolutionizing and Redefining Healthcare using Gen AI "Revolutionizing and Redefining Healthcare using Gen AI" explores the transformative impact of Generation AI on the healthcare landscape. This phenomenon signifies a paradigm shift in how healthcare is delivered, accessed, and optimized through the integration of artificial intelligence technologies. Gen AI encompasses advanced algorithms, machine learning, and deep learning techniques that enable more accurate diagnoses, personalized treatment plans, and enhanced patient care. These technologies facilitate the analysis of vast amounts of medical data, including patient records,… read more
Vidhi Saxena DevOps Evangelist at Nagarro	Supercharge Your Pipeline leveraging AI-Augmented DevSecOps As technology evolves at an unprecedented pace, businesses seek ways to deliver high-quality software products faster and more efficiently. DevOps, the cultural and technical movement that unifies software development and IT operations, is one of the key drivers behind this transformation. And, the synergy between DevOps and AI is proving to be a game-changer. Moreover, AI-augmented DevSecOps integrates artificial intelligence into the software development lifecycle to enhance security and efficiency. AI can automate vulnerability detection, risk assessments, and threat intelligence, reducing… read more
Bhrunali Gokhe UX Design Specialist at Accenture	Designing for the evolving needs of the society This session will explore how UX design can adapt to and address the evolving needs of society. It will focus on understanding societal trends, challenges, and changes, and how designers can create solutions that are responsive, inclusive, and future-focused. Key Topics: > Understanding Societal Shifts > Inclusive Design > Designing for Sustainability > Adapting to Technological Advancements > User-Centered Innovation > Anticipating Future Needs > Ethical Considerations Did you like this… read more
Neha Modi Senior Software Engineer at Visa Inc	How to start building Augmented reality experiences for a beginner This talk will focus on mid-level professionals from technical and non-technical background who would like to begin creating Augmented Reality experiences. Did you like this session? Share to vote.
Saloni Parikh Mahatma Gandhi National Fellow at Indian Institute Of Management, Bangalore	Upskilling The Gen Z & Alphas With the changing times, it is has become very vital to keep upgrading ourselves and not let the curiosity die. As a child, we are curious to know everything around us, but as we grow up, we choose less. On one part it is necessary to go deep into someone thing, but that should not obstruct us from being that curious kid, which unfortunately it does. Let's talk about how we can be curious, what lays ahead and how can we foresee the coming skilling ecosystem. Did you like this session? Share to vote.
Aditi Sharma Student	Get the little epiphany of web development Websites are the center of digital ecosystem. It is a way to give life to our imagination. It gives wings to a company that they can attract more visitors. Web development skills enable innovation and entrepreneurship. It is creative, enthralling and exhilarating. Did you like this session? Share to vote.