Sessions: WomenTech Global Conference

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Barbara Vibbert Manager, Solutions Engineering at SonicWall	Using Threat Reports to Educate and Inform Business Stakeholders Security technology vendors release regular threat reports to provide information about metrics, trends, and events in cybersecurity. This presentation describes how to use that information to educate stakeholders and inform business decision makers. Did you like this session? Share to vote.
Monique Montanino Tech Executive Career Coach at Resume Tech Guru	LinkedIn Secrets: How to Stand Out to 1 Million Tech Recruiters Why are all your colleagues being contacted by tech recruiters while your inbox is empty? This hands-on workshop provides insight into optimizing your LinkedIn profile to change that trajectory. According to Earthweb, “58 million companies are listed on the LinkedIn platform, and 87% of recruiters use it to scout new employees.” Based upon a database of 30 million profiles, career expert Zippia estimates there are over 210,000 technical recruiters in the U.S. In this 45-minute workshop, Monique Montanino will provide 10 actionable LinkedIn tips to become a tech… read more
Nickoria Johnson Global Chief Diversity Officer and Partner at Credera	Break the Bias Bias is real and many companies struggle to find, support, and empower women in technology. Women and organizations play a part in how to continue to close the gender equity gap and to forward women in their careers in technology. This session is full of data, storytelling, and advice for everyone to help break the bias in the workplace. Goals: Explore what Bias is and how it shows up in the workplace Understand specifics about struggles of women in the workplace Deep dive into what can organizations and what can individuals do to support an equitable… read more
Anmol Agarwal Senior Security Researcher	Demystifying Adversarial Machine Learning Attacks AI and Machine learning are being used to analyze large amounts of data. While machine learning has many benefits, machine learning is also prone to being attacked. In this session, attendees will be introduced to the idea of adversarial machine learning and attacks to machine learning models. Attendees will learn about some real-world case studies regarding attacks that have impacted top global companies in the industry as well as current open-source industry solutions that aim to increase the security of machine learning algorithms. After the session, attendees will have a better… read more
Anmol Agarwal Senior Security Researcher	Demystifying Adversarial Machine Learning Attacks AI and Machine learning are being used to analyze large amounts of data. While machine learning has many benefits, machine learning is also prone to being attacked. In this session, attendees will be introduced to the idea of adversarial machine learning and attacks to machine learning models. Attendees will learn about some real-world case studies regarding attacks that have impacted top global companies in the industry as well as current open-source industry solutions that aim to increase the security of machine learning algorithms. After the session, attendees will have a better… read more
Melissa Sanford Founder & Host at The Tech Exec Wellness Podcast	Balancing Tech and Wellness, Reigniting Your Soul The purpose of the presentation is to share my battle with COVID-19 in early 2023 and my need for a wellness plan in place. As technology professionals, we don't usually have a disaster recovery plan for health; it has become a wash, rinse, and repeat. The illness gave me time to pause and re-evaluate my life. My network with other leaders in cyber, technology, and business has a common theme: burnout and illness and not prioritizing our health. I decided to share my journey and start a podcast to feature other professionals, including a former NFL player, to share their stories and give… read more
Kelly Hopping CMO at Demandbase	The Importance of Cross-functional Alignment for Revenue Impact As organizations seek out ways to drive innovation, boost their efficiency, and increase revenue, there's one critical strategy they must embrace: cross-functional alignment. From sales, marketing, and finance, to operations, IT, and customer success, seamless collaboration and teamwork can go a long way toward impacting revenue – but for many organizations, it's easier said than done. In this session, Demandbase CMO Kelly Hopping will highlight the benefits that come from working together seamlessly, common challenges that stand in the way, and… read more
Shalini Dinesh Senior Product Manager at Walmart Inc	Code to Market: Unveiling Winning Product Launch Strategies Delve into the intersection of technology and successful product launches. This session is a roadmap for tech-savvy individuals, entrepreneurs, and innovators eager to navigate the complexities of bringing their products to market. Discover actionable insights, pre-launch checklist templates, and strategies tailored to empower women in the tech industry, from discovery to launch in B2B breakthrough innovations to orchestrating impactful products that will process. Product launches can fail for many reasons, often rooted in the complexities of the market and the intricacies of product… read more
Amber Shook Executive Director, Product Security, JP Morgan Chase and US Air Force Reserve Officer	Lead Your Life: 3 Steps to Implement Today to Start Leading Your Most Satisfying Life Women often bear the weight of trying to juggle “all the things” to meet a plethora of competing needs (family, work, friends, community, etc) and are routinely invited to be influenced by external factors that, over time, quietly shape our lives, for better or for worse. If you feel that your life is somewhat misaligned with your true personal values, let me help you discover how to get on track with feeling truly fulfilled and ultimately help you thrive and perform at your very best. This session will discuss principles for workshop participants to begin incorporating into their… read more
Richa Gandhi Engineering Manger at Godaddy	Early to mid career guidance/ transitioning from IC to leadership Steps to take to grow from IC role to Manager(Leadership) role. How to self evaluate if you are ready for this role? How to advocate for your self? How to follow up? Why having and mentor and Mentee is so important. Did you like this session? Share to vote.
Heather McGinley Director of UX, Content and Design Strategy at GoDaddy	Strategic Storytelling: How to Tell Stories that Matter Your product has the potential to make a positive impact on your customers' lives, but only if you know how to tell the story well. What can your product do for your customer? Why is it special? Why does it matter? Anytime you take a product to market, you have to connect the dots between impact and meaning, and, that requires telling a story, a human story. This talk will cover the development of a flagship messaging framework, a story that motivates employees and customers alike, and 360-degree content design that sings. Did you like this session? Share to vote.
Pallavi Sharma Director of client Delivery (FSI - Intelligent Modernization & Automation) at Neudesic, an IBM Company	Upcoming Trends in Intelligent Modernization - Finance Industry Trends that I am seeing for my FSI clients, for Intelligent Modernization automation, the Security challenges, the employees fear and hesitation to go with AI, genAI, OpenAI based solutions and how to handle the emotion and sentiment. How to make your business process simpler using the upcoming trending AI technologies specially for Insurance, banking, capital markets etc. How organization champions can spearhead digital business and technology evolution, ensuring strategic IT planning, and driving innovation leveraging the upcoming trending upcoming AI technologies. Did you like… read more
Kim Groshek CEO at Pause Power	Balancing Act: Navigating Burnout, Leading by Example, and Sustaining Success Abstract: In this insightful talk, we delve into the intricacies of achieving a harmonious work-life balance, recognizing the stages of burnout, and strategizing effective recovery efforts. The discussion centers on integrating success without sacrificing personal well-being. The presentation begins by identifying the three stages of burnout and guiding participants to self-reflect on their current state. We explore the subtle ways work stress manifests and offer practical insights into recognizing signs of mental disengagement. A crucial aspect is… read more
Eliane Motchoffo Software Engineer at Apple	Demystifying Automation Frameworks: A Comprehensive Introduction Join me for an inspiring session at the Women in Tech Global Conference as we explore the transformative power of automation in driving career growth and success. In this dynamic talk, I will delve into how mastering automation techniques can streamline workflows, boost productivity, and open doors to new opportunities in the tech industry. Drawing from real-world examples and practical insights, I'll empower you with the knowledge and skills needed to thrive in today's competitive landscape. Whether you're a seasoned professional or just starting out, this session will equip… read more
Domonique Townsend CEO, Principal Workplace Innovation Consultant at We Optimize Work	Integrating Generational Wisdom and Technology in the Workplace To remain competitive in the market, organizations are seeking better solutions to leverage the knowledge from multiple generations to drive innovation in the workplace. During this talk, the audience will gain valuable strategies and best practice insights for seamlessly integrating generational wisdom and cutting-edge technology to fuel creativity and problem-solving within their teams and organizations. Did you like this session? Share to vote.
Prasanna Jatla Senior Software Engineer at American Express	How to Prepare for Interviews In this session, we will brief upon concepts like how to rewrite your resume and things to focus on while preparing for an interview. Some techniques for showcasing your skills and experiences effectively. We will also look into some resources and tips to tackle coding interviews. Did you like this session? Share to vote.
Mackenzie Ostrem VP of Client Services at Shift Interactive	Own Your Power: How Trusting Yourself Builds Better Teams As a woman in tech and a single mom, I've overcome challenges to forge a leadership path on my terms. In this talk, I'll share lessons in self-advocacy, creating a culture of trust, and why 'authenticity over perfection' is an agile leader's superpower. If you're ready to step up, lead with confidence, and build a team that thrives, this talk is for you. Did you like this session? Share to vote.
Poppy Coutinho Senior Manager - Product and Engineering at T-Mobile	Charting Your Path: Strategies for Career Advancement Title: "Charting Your Path: Strategies for Career Advancement" - This talk will touch on: Self-Assessment and Goal Setting Continuous Learning and Skill Development Networking and Building Professional Relationships Personal Branding Taking Initiative and Demonstrating Leadership: Did you like this session? Share to vote.
Daniela Mainieri Cyber Resiliency Architect at Kyndryl	Kyndryl Technical Women Advancement Program Kyndryl Technical advancement program is a internal initiative within Kyndryl to support the development of women in technical careers. This session is going to go over the motivation to create a program like that, how it works, the results achieved so far and also share tips on what went well and what did not. The idea is to share experiences with the audience so that other programs like that can be created to support women in IT. Did you like this session? Share to vote.
Julia Satov Global Director of Diversity & Inclusion at Litera	Risk & Revolutions \| How Our Workforce Has Become the Unassuming Revolutionaries This dynamic session that weaves storytelling, research and data, challenges us to understand what’s the risk: As legal (and legal tech) professionals in the space of assessing risk, what do we not see, what have we not considered, what are we still missing? This session takes a view from 10,000 feet to 10 inches to explore how industries have had to react and evolve, how understanding current revolutions are fundamental to business continuity, and how organizational health, reputational brand and talent retention have become the drivers to competitive advantage. We have not only evolved, we… read more