Sessions: WomenTech Global Conference

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Dhivya Nagasubramanian Lead AI Solutions Architect at U.S. Bank	Democratizing Large models for Edge Inferencing As models grow larger and more powerful, running them on devices like smartphones, cameras, and IoT sensors becomes increasingly challenging. Democratizing Large Models for Edge Inferencing seeks to make these models more accessible by enabling them to run directly on smaller, resource-constrained devices. This reduces the need for costly GPU servers, offering faster, more secure, and cost-effective solutions. The topic explores model compression techniques that make large models feasible on the edge, while also highlighting their potential impact across industries. By bringing complex… read more
Dhivya Nagasubramanian Vice President Lead AI Solutions Architect at U.S. Bank	Harnessing the Potential of Unstructured Data to Drive Enterprise Success Enterprises possess a wealth of data. In today’s data-driven world, unstructured data—encompassing text, images, videos, and more—constitutes over 80% of all enterprise data, yet a significant portion of it remains untapped. In this session, I will delve into how organizations can unlock the value of unstructured data to derive actionable insights, improve decision-making, and foster innovation. I'll share a real-world use case that drove positive business outcomes. Additionally, I’ll discuss the challenges encountered along the way and provide practical tips to overcome them. … read more
Richa Gandhi Software Engineering Manager at GoDaddy	Own your career: Advocating for yourself to Lead and succeed in tech In this talk, I’ll share actionable strategies to help women own their value, advocate fearlessly, and navigate their way to leadership. Drawing from my journey as a front-line manager in tech and a passionate advocate for empowering women, I’ll provide tools to build confidence, amplify your voice, and achieve the promotions you deserve. Whether you’re early in your career or eyeing your next leadership role, it’s time to rewrite the narrative and thrive in tech. Did you like this session? Share to vote.
Amy Shoenthal Author, Journalist, Marketing Consultant at Visionaries Collective, LLC	Leading Through Tumultuous Times Everyone in the workforce has experienced a career setback at some point in their lives. As a journalist and author, I've interviewed hundreds of founders, leaders and politicians. Throughout all their stories, it always seems that the most pivotal point of their journey comes when they emerge from a setback. There’s actually a framework to navigating setbacks and leading through tough times. It’s called The Setback Cycle, and it’s the premise of my forthcoming book coming out in March 2024. I’ll host a fireside chat with executive coach and Your New Life Blend podcast… read more
Minna Taylor Founder and CEO, Author, and Thought-Leader at Energize Your Voice	Don’t Fear The Robots AI is built for perfection. Humans are not. Seeking perfection compromises our ability to be valuable contributors. We divert resources to not messing up rather than hypothesis, failure, and discovery. For us to be key players in the future workforce and to enact social, political, and environmental change, we need to care deeply, but stop giving a shit. At the root of this outcome is integrating play as an essential aspect to human development. Play ignites resilience, discovery, connection, and emotional intelligence. To change our world, we must establish new rules of the game and learn to… read more
Samantha Norman Managing Director at TOPdesk Canada	Driving Organizational Change in North America using European Cultural Values In this presentation, I'd like to talk about the organization I work at (a Dutch technology company) which prides itself on its strong cultural values. I'd then explain how we have managed to incorporate these values in our branch in Canada, even though typically the work-life balance is different from North America to Europe. I feel there is a lot North America can learn from Europe - although I've learned many good lessons, too! Did you like this session? Share to vote.
Eva Agapaki Founder and CEO at Hatch Labs	AI Product Management As AI continues to permeate every facet of our lives, the role of product managers in steering these projects has never been more pivotal. AI product management poses unique challenges, from setting the right expectations to ensuring ethical use of technology. This talk aims to provide insights into the distinct nuances of managing AI products and solutions to some of the most pressing challenges. Attendees will gain: 1) An understanding of how AI product management differs from traditional product management. 2) Best practices for defining AI product… read more
Kristy Singletary Global Learning and Development Strategy Lead	Your Name Before Your Title: Reclaiming Your Power in a Shifting World In a world that often tries to fit us into preconceived molds, it takes great courage to break free from societal expectations and embrace our unique creativity. As career-oriented women, we face a myriad of challenges, both external and internal, that can hinder our journey towards self-actualization. However, I firmly believe that within each of us lies an untapped reservoir of limitless potential, waiting to be unleashed.We live in a time where diversity, equity, and inclusion are more than just buzzwords; they're essential cornerstones of a thriving society. But to truly lead in… read more
Karin Hurt Founder and Chief Executive Officer at Lets Grow Leaders	Navigating Workplace Conflict: How to Have More Influence, Less Drama, and Better Collaboration In today's evolving workplace, conflicts are on the rise. The seismic shifts from remote work, tech advancements, and generational demands underscore the vital importance of genuine human connections and deeper collaboration. Yet, most of us aren't naturally equipped to navigate these complex situations. This highly experiential workshop is based on findings from our expansive World Workplace Conflict and Collaboration study. You’ll learn the Four Pillars of Productive Conflict - connection, clarity, curiosity, and commitment, and work with 12 game-changing phrases… read more
Madona Wambua CTO at Axxelist	An Introduction to Building Apps for the Modern World Mobile applications have become an indispensable part of our daily lives in today’s tech-savvy world. From communication and entertainment to productivity and e-commerce, mobile apps are crucial in shaping how we interact with the digital realm. As the demand for innovative and user-friendly apps continues to grow, so does the need for skilled mobile developers who can create exceptional user experiences across different platforms. This talk aims to provide a comprehensive introduction to mobile development, equipping participants with the fundamental knowledge and tools to… read more
Professor Tracey Sigers IT Department Chair at NCUS TEC Career College	Slient Ditch Digger the Serial Killer of Dreams - Symptoms of Career Advancement Self Sabotaoge Individuals engage in, often unconsciously, which can hinder their own progress and success. These factors undermine goals, aspirations, and potential achievements which can be detrimental to personal and professional growth. This presentation will discuss behaviors of career self-sabotage while providing strategies to releasing your dreams in career advancement. Topics covered: Embracing your career Journey (Putting down the Shovel) The Imposter Syndrome (Eliminating Self-Doubt) Choosing our Lane (You can’t grow a banana in Alaska) What you trained for… read more
Angel McDowell Engineer, Program Development at SEI	Is Prompt Engineering the new divide Mastering prompt engineering is proven as an integral part of LLMs. For those who master it, the benefits are insurmountable. An expert has improved control, enhanced relevance, reduced bias and an efficient output. Did you like this session? Share to vote.
Carmen Bellacasa Director of Product Managment at Kin Insurance	You Are Good Enough! This is the story of an unconventional career journey—from a brief banking stint to living essentially homeless in the basement of my shop, and defying odds in the modeling world despite being told I was "too short." Amidst doubters and naysayers, I found my true passion in tech and forged my path, aided by an encouraging network professors and female allies, culminating in a thriving career at an inspiring company. Did you like this session? Share to vote.
Sabrina Ratheekan Director of Enterprise Technology at Walmart Global Tech	Rise Above Impostor Syndrome Without Having To Work Harder (Even If You're The Only Woman In The Room) Feeling like an outsider in the tech world, despite your hard-earned successes? From undue scrutiny over each mistake to the exhausting pursuit of perfection, being the solitary woman in tech amplifies these challenges, risking confidence and career advancement. This not only stalls personal growth but exacerbates the tech industry's gender gap, depriving it of vital, diverse perspectives. Don’t let these barriers hold you back. Join our panel discussion with four women in tech. They'll spark conversation with their personal stories and strategies for navigating… read more
Lucinda Cross Founder at Activate Worldwide LLC	Reinventing Yourself: Empowering Women in Tech The presentation is designed to convey the idea of personal growth, empowerment, and embracing transitions as opportunities for positive change. The aim is to inspire and motivate women in tech to discover their inner strength, overcome challenges, and achieve their fullest potential. Did you like this session? Share to vote.
Mona Soni Founder at Sostibl	Sustainability in the Digital Era Technology has been the biggest disruptor and creator of opportunities over last few decades. For coming decades my hope is that Technology would enable equity, inclusivity and sustainability for all. I have been a technology leader for over a decade now and have been working in the sustainability space for last few years. I am now building a technology powered sustainability organization to enable growing organizations become more sustainable. Through this talk hope to bring the awareness, passions and responsibility we all have to make our companies, organizations and communities… read more
Shruthi Murthy EVP of Engineering at Modern Treasury	Payment Systems are Hard but Don’t Have to Be. Build a Resilient Payment System and Team Why are payment systems hard? Financial systems for money movement have existed for hundreds of years. Yet building a reliable payments system is complex, and companies large and small experience many pain points in doing so. In this talk, we will dig into the complexity, expose the challenges, and present methods to build resilient payment systems and teams. We will also address technologies being used to modernize payment operations, especially in business-to-business payments, which largely happen via bank transfers. We will focus on the complexity of building APIs for bank transfers as… read more
Shruthi Murthy EVP of Engineering at Modern Treasury	Payment Systems are Hard but Don’t Have to Be. Build a Resilient Payment System and Team Why are payment systems hard? Financial systems for money movement have existed for hundreds of years. Yet building a reliable payments system is complex, and companies large and small experience many pain points in doing so. In this talk, we will dig into the complexity, expose the challenges, and present methods to build resilient payment systems and teams. We will also address technologies being used to modernize payment operations, especially in business-to-business payments, which largely happen via bank transfers. We will focus on the complexity of building APIs for bank transfers as… read more
Jenny Kleintop Founder and Chief Philanthropy Operations Officer at PhilanthropyOps	Fight or Flight: Why I Stayed After Knowing I Would Be Laid Off Working as an executive member of the C-Suite team, I knew I was going to get laid off. I had to decide whether to stay and fight or take flight. I made the choice to stay, for 6 months, planned and executed my own transition out of the company, and continued to fight for equality. Find out why I stayed, what the transition plan entailed, and how staying for those 6 months allowed others and me to thrive after I was let go. Did you like this session? Share to vote.
Dr. Denise Turley VP Corp Systems at U.S. Chamber of Commerce	Tips for Navigating the Corporate Ladder In this presentation, I’ll take us through a glimpse of my voyage through the tech industry, blending my personal story with broader trends. We will cover the importance of continuous learning and the power of networking. I will delve into the challenges of self-doubt, the necessity of setting boundaries, and strategies to combat subtle biases. The session emphasizes the roles of mentorship and advocacy for diversity before culminating in a hopeful vision for an inclusive tech future with Women leading the charge. Did you like this session? Share to vote.