Sessions: WomenTech Global Conference

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Vathsala Periyasamy Senior Technical Architect at Hexaware technologies	Unlocking Innovation: The Synergy of Cloud Technologies, DevOps, and Containerization In the rapidly evolving landscape of technology, the convergence of Cloud Technologies, DevOps practices, and Containerization has emerged as a transformative force, reshaping the way organizations build, deploy, and manage their applications. This abstract explores the synergies between these domains and their collective impact on modern software development and deployment processes. Cloud Technologies, with their scalability, flexibility, and accessibility, have revolutionized the way businesses leverage computing resources. They offer a plethora of services, ranging from… read more
Raluca Apostol Chief Product Officer at Nestor	The skills shortage is a serious problem. Will AI come to the rescue? The skills shortage is a serious problem that is rapidly evolving into a skills crisis, mounting pressure on C-level executives, governments, and educational institutions to find effective ways to bridge the skills and talent shortage. But what is behind this skills shortage? And how can leaders support the workforce transformation needed to capitalize on new technologies and be more productive? This talk will shed light on how AI-powered tools will help organizations identify critical skills, support skill-building initiatives to ensure growth from within, and get more… read more
Anna Litvak-Hinenzon Chief AI Product Officer at ALH.AI	Product Leadership and AI: the role of AI proficiency in future-ready product development The nature of digital products has evolved. Many now incorporate AI-driven features, from recommendation systems in streaming services through predictive text in communication apps to rapid diagnosis assist tools in healthcare. Understanding how these AI components work is essential for leaders to make informed decisions about which products to develop, evangelize the product development lifecycle, and optimize a speedy go-to-market process. Leaders with AI literacy can bridge the historical gap between product, technology, and data teams, facilitating better communication and collaboration,… read more
Amee Shah Sr. Solutions Architect at AWS	Virtual Creativity: How Generative AI is Redefining Content Creation in Media and Entertainment Generative AI is ushering in a new era of virtual creativity in the Media and Entertainment industry. This session will dive into the transformative impact of Generative AI on content creation, exploring how it is reshaping traditional production methods and revolutionizing the creative process. From generating lifelike characters to generating new music content, we will uncover the diverse applications of Generative AI in reshaping narratives and visual storytelling. Attendees will gain insights into the latest advancements in Generative AI technologies on AWS. There will be a… read more
Vishakha Sadhwani Cloud Architect at Google	From Code to Cloud: The DevOps Power-Up This session will help you in navigating the complex world of DevOps in Cloud Computing with confidence! This session is ideal for new grads, career changers, and anyone feeling overwhelmed by the buzz around the word DevOps. We'll break down its core concepts, demystify the jargon, and explore how this skillset is essential for success in the Gen AI era. A basic understanding of software development concepts is helpful, but enthusiasm to learn is most important! Did you like this session? Share to vote.
Joy Sybesma Founder/CEO at ScaleJOY	Building & Leading High Performing Teams in 2024 and Beyond The session will provide tactical insights on how to lead in 2024 (and beyond) where budgets are constrained and your company needs to get more out of each person. Segments covered will include: balancing accountability with humanity, getting your team to the optimal level of stress (where peak performance is possible), and coaching your star performers. Did you like this session? Share to vote.
Deborah Corwin Scott Chief Information Officer - at Harvard Medical School	Carving Your Personal Path to the C-Suite Abstract: In the ever-evolving landscape of technology, the persistent specter of implicit bias continues to erect barriers, impeding the progress of women beyond middle management. As women forging paths in our career journeys, it falls upon us to confront these obstacles head-on, recognizing our inherent value and steadfastly asserting our position on the corporate ladder where our impact can be truly transformative. Determination and education are foundational, as you search for your path. Imagine carving-out your unique trajectory and steadfastly pursuing… read more
Shola Awoyode Lead Test Designer/Engineer at Bloomberg	Shift-Left Principles - Practical Ways of Overcoming Objections and Effective Collaboration Facilitate and encourage genuine dialogue about the Shift-Left Principles and discuss practical ways to introduce quality, testing and performance early on in the software development life cycle—even before development starts. Teams often adopt new ideas and concepts which make sense and work well in many projects. Although the real test happens when these principles are implemented within teams which allows for a better understanding of the success/challenges experienced during the projects. Lead Test Designer/Engineer, Shola Awoyode, is passionate about breaking down walls… read more
Christina Garcia SVP, Engineering	Utilizing Site Reliability Engineering to Overcome Imposter Syndrome Our brains are powerful computers. But like enterprise platforms, they are vulnerable to failures, bugs, and even denial-of-service attacks...from ourselves! Imposter syndrome crashes our cerebral servers by flooding negativity, much like a runaway process can throttle a system. What if we could leverage Site Reliability Engineering (SRE) to bolster our mental resilience? In my talk, I’ll examine parallels between a healthy mind and robust infrastructure through an SRE lens. We’ll explore how techniques for operational excellence can boost personal well-being by… read more
Rajalakshmi Soundarapandiyan Product Manager at i-Link Solutions Inc	Exploring Product Strategy and Work Environment Dynamics This exploration delves into the intricacies of product strategy formulation within diverse work environments, shedding light on the dynamic interplay between organizational culture, team dynamics, and strategic decision-making processes. Did you like this session? Share to vote.
Hannah Ryu Co-Founder at OAK THEORY	Redefining Our Unique Version of “Balance” as Working Moms The definition of “balance” means an equal distribution of weight. However, being the founder of a highly competitive design agency while exerting equal parts at home, with family, work, children, friends, and relaxation, would be impossible. We simply don’t have enough hours in the day. Many times we shame ourselves for not being enough. We think that if we’re not working, we’re not being good workers. OR if we’re not parenting, we’re being a bad parent. Well, I’d like to offer you a unique perspective. What if we just needed to redefine what “balance” actually meant to us. Within this… read more
Stephanie Domas CISO at Canonical	Responsible consumption of open source Open source software represents a majority of the most commonly used software in the world. Odds are you have open source software in your environment, or are looking to incorporate it. In this talk well some of the key tenants leaders need to be thinking about in the responsible consumption of open source, to make informed decisions. Did you like this session? Share to vote.
Gloria Quintanilla Manzanares Director of Content and Communications at Canonical	AI, Culture & Hiring @ Canonical Culture @ Canonical - cohesion and opportunity in a fully distributed global team. Personal experiences working at Canonical as a woman. Why we love working here and what makes the organisation particularly interesting and unique as a workplace. AI Products @ Canonical. Vision, mission and innovation. Hiring and resource groups @ Canonical - an overview of the hiring process, expectations and open roles. Also a brief introduction of employee resource groups focusing on Women's resource group in particular. Did you like this session? Share to vote.… read more
Raquel Schreiber Founder & Principal at The Gearworks Group	When Impossible Meets Strategy: Soft Skills for The World’s Hardest Problems Building cross-disciplinary solutions to our world's Big Problems is our most urgent, important task. But how does a small group of thoughtful, committed people actually make change? Drawing on my experiences launching Tesla's infamous Model 3 program and multiple early stage climate deep-technologies, together we'll look at the patterns. We’ll celebrate systems-thinking and lever-optimization as outsized tools, and we’ll take heart in identifying – in detail – the characteristics of the people and teams who do the impossible. Did you like this session? Share to… read more
Anusha Kondam VP / Lead Software Engineer at JPMorgan Chase & Co	Securing Your APIs: Strategies for Safeguarding Digital Interactions In today's interconnected digital landscape, public APIs play a pivotal role in enabling seamless communication and data exchange between diverse applications and systems. However, with the proliferation of APIs comes an increased risk of security threats and vulnerabilities. Securing public APIs is essential to safeguarding sensitive data, maintaining user trust, and ensuring the integrity of digital interactions. This presentation focuses on fundamental strategies and best practices designed to strengthen the security protocols of your public APIs. Did you like this session?… read more
Christine Burkette Director of Digital Equity & Inclusion at City Detroit - Department of Innovation & Technology	Throwing A Dart In the Dark! Hoping You Hit Something! Title: Throwing A Dart In the Dark! Hoping You Hit Something! What: Urban City Data Collection How: Driving Decision Making in Urban Cities To Bridge the Digital Divide, While Measuring Impact In-Real TIme? Understanding the population we serve in urban cities are at or below poverty. So collecting accurate data points can be challenging. Limiting how we drive decision making to make positive change. Remove the concept of throwing a dart in the dark and hoping it hits something! Something we can measure to make measurable positive change in the neighborhoods… read more
Beatrice Botti VP, Chief Privacy Officer at DoubleVerify Inc.	The Fairness Revolution: Black Women in the Era of AI The Artificial Intelligence revolution reflects the greatest aspirations of humanity to reach beyond what we thought possible. Ironically, the term ‘revolution’ has a dual meaning. It can mean to disrupt the status quo in a dramatic way, but it can also mean the movement of an object in a circular or elliptical course around another object or its own axis, a repeated cycle. Nothing represents this duality better than society. Society has existed in bursts of dramatic change while concurrently and inexorably repeating cycles. We have created and will continue to create technologies that change… read more
Cindy Diogo Head of Talent, Rangle.io, at CEO, Consoul	Empowering Women in Tech: Navigating the Intersection of Career Growth, Sustainability, and Entrepreneurialism In this session, we will explore the multifaceted landscape of opportunities and challenges faced by women in the tech industry. From breaking barriers to fostering inclusion, sustainability, and entrepreneurial spirit, we'll delve into practical strategies for personal and professional growth. Drawing from real-world experiences and industry insights, we'll uncover pathways to success in a rapidly evolving tech ecosystem. Did you like this session? Share to vote.
Dr. Kristin M. Gilkes Global Quantum Leader at EY	Intersection of AI + Quantum Computing Dive into the future of technology in this forward-thinking session as Dr. Kristin M Gilkes, Global Quantum Leader at EY, explores the groundbreaking convergence between artificial intelligence and quantum computing, outlining how this powerful synergy is set to revolutionize industries, redefine problem-solving, and unlock new realms of possibilities. Discover the potential impacts on cybersecurity, healthcare, finance, and beyond as we delve into complex concepts made accessible through Dr. Gilkes' expertise and clear explanations. Attendees will gain an understanding of current… read more
Kate Prouty CIO at Akamai Technologies	How to Be an Organizational Change Maker Joining Akamai Technologies in 1999 and now serving as CIO, Kate Prouty has seen her organization evolve from a fledgling start-up to a billion-dollar industry-leader. During this talk, she will focus on the importance and positive value of change in an organization, how to evolve leadership to support the needs of an established but dynamic company, and lessons learned from two and a half decades in a rapidly evolving industry. Attendees will learn how to leave behind aspects of culture that no longer serve the company, and to drive a growth mindset from the top down. … read more