Sessions: WomenTech Global Conference

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Deepti Karan Pandey Associate Vice President at Mphasis Corporation	AI Strategy and Business Transformation: Leveraging Artificial Intelligence for Competitive Advantage The session will provide insights into how organizations can strategically harness artificial intelligence (AI) to drive innovation and gain a competitive edge. It will delve into the development of comprehensive AI strategies aligned with organizational objectives, highlighting key areas of impact such as customer experience enhancement and operational optimization. It will also emphasizes the significance of investing in AI infrastructure, talent, and fostering a culture of innovation. Additionally, the session will underscore the dynamic nature of AI strategy, stressing the importance of… read more
Kavitha Kadari Vice President, Product Engineering at Thomson Reuters	Future proof leadership: Skills and mindsets for a changing Tech Landscape The session can focus on unique qualities and strategies women leaders are using to adapt in a rapidly changing/evolving tech space. This topic can include resilience, tech trends to adapt, learning agility and empathetic leadership. Did you like this session? Share to vote.
Penny Izlakar Director, TIS Infrastructure Strategy & Modernization Program at Enbridge	Getting out of your own way: How to Build Your Personal Brand and Advance Your Career In today's competitive and dynamic job market, having a strong personal brand is essential for career success. A personal brand is the unique value proposition that you offer to your employer, clients, and peers. It showcases your expertise, achievements, and personality, and helps you stand out from the crowd. But how do you create and maintain a personal brand that aligns with your career goals and aspirations? And how do you use it to grow your network, find new opportunities, and become a thought leader in your field? During the session you receive practical tips and strategies for… read more
Nelly Elsayed Assistant Professor at University of Cincinnati	Green Machine Perception in Smart City Transportation Safety Traffic accidents are a pressing global concern and a significant public health issue, resulting in numerous fatalities and injuries annually. These accidents have far-reaching consequences on individuals and communities, warranting urgent attention and effective measures to mitigate their impact. Effective traffic accident recognition systems hold immense potential for society, providing invaluable data for analyzing accident patterns, identifying high-risk areas, and understanding the root causes of accidents. Machine Perception algorithms can be employed to recognize traffic accidents via… read more
Amrita Mukherjee Sr. Technical Alliance Manager at Oracle	The Power of Engineered Cloud What makes the next-gen Cloud special? It's the lessons learned from the predecessors, applied and engineered effectively to achieve optimal price-performance. In this session, we will delve deeper. Did you like this session? Share to vote.
Neveen Awad Managing Director and Partner at Boston Consulting Group	Leading the GenAI revolution: How Women in Senior Tech Roles are Bridging the Gender Gap Women have historically been slower to adopt new technologies. As GenAI will be more critical to future job success, BCG surveyed 6500+ women and men across the tech industry in 5 countries to identify gender differences in GenAI adoption/ rollout and assess impact on advancement of women's career in tech. The session will primarily speak to the research findings on adoption differences across functions, tenure levels, and differences in GenAI rollout. Ultimately, high-level recommendations will be shared on how best leaders can support the needs of employees in the adoption of GenAI… read more
Alison Magyari Vice President, IT, Aerospace at Eaton	You Are Enough: Bringing your Whole Self To Your Career I’m an IT Vice President by Day and a Yoga Teacher on the weekends. I love to present and share ideas and I also need time to myself to recharge and focus on my ideas. Polarity exists within each of us. Learn how you can achieve career success by bringing your whole self to work. During this session, I will walk through key points in my career where brining my whole self to work paid off and gave permission to my team to do the same. Did you like this session? Share to vote.
Monica Howell Solution Design Manager at Eaton	Energize your career! Join us for an inspiring panel featuring four remarkable women from Eaton, as they share their career journeys, challenges overcome, and pivotal moments that shaped their paths. Hear how you can energize your career! Did you like this session? Share to vote.
Charissa Pilster Sr. Manager, Project Management	Building your DEIB Playbook: From Idea to Impact A transformative session sharing actionable strategies, from building an Employee Resource Group (ERG) to a women's leadership program. We'll explore the data that demonstrates the impact of diversity on cost savings for companies and revenue growth, as well as the data you should collect to showcase the value of ERGs to executives and the board. We will provide a clear roadmap on how to craft a comprehensive DEI playbook designed to elevate women into Director+ roles. Whether you're an executive looking to present these strategies to your leadership or an… read more
Marcia Donziger Founder & CEO at Culture CARES Global	What’s the Culture Like There? A Healthy Culture Begins with a Plan 99% of success depends on your people. Given the fierce competition for tech talent, how can your company distinguish itself in today's job market? It's well understood that a healthy, empowering, and inclusive work culture is key to attracting and retaining top talent. Despite this, in a world increasingly plagued by burnout, stress, and overwhelm, building a high-trust, high-performance team is a growing challenge. Yet, your company's culture is the key to unlocking financial results and innovation. Learn from organizations that… read more
Rafna Bash CEO/Technology Consultant at Aktibeto	Charting Your Course: Planning and Progressing Your Tech Career Many women in tech have felt they are stuck in a role and cannot move forward. Some women in tech want to do something different in their current roles but don't know how to accomplish that. Some want to move into a new job in the same industry but struggle with achieving that goal. This conversation focuses on the tools and strategies they need to succeed in the tech industry. How to make a way forward in your tech career? The speaker emphasizes the importance of creating a career plan, identifying goals, and taking actionable steps toward achieving them. By charting… read more
Michele Dobnikar President at GlobalMeet	Strategies to Create and Sustain Strong Corporate Culture in Both Prosperity and Hardship We’ve all seen the corporate inspirational posters with pictures of eagles, trees, and rowing teams boldly advising us about Teamwork, Attitude, and Excellence. Unfortunately, glossy photos and catchy slogans don’t create a thriving company culture that fosters an environment of innovation, creativity and success. So, what does? What can you do to create, revive or change the culture within your organization? And as if it isn’t hard enough to do this during times of prosperity- how can you also do this during a downturn? Michele Dobnikar brings more than 30+ years of… read more
Keri Rich CPO at Liminal	Harnessing Generative AI to Enhance Both Your Customer and Employee Experiences In an age where digital transformation is rapidly changing the landscape of business and consumer interactions, the power of generative AI stands out as the biggest productivity leap we've seen in a generation. This talk delves into how businesses can improve the entire employee experience with an effective internal generative AI rollout, while at the same time improving their customer experiences with the right AI strategy. The talk will start with discussing personalization at scale by using generative AI to curate tailored customer experiences, enhancing satisfaction… read more
Shelli Brunswick CEO and Founder at SB Global LLC	What's Space Got To Do With It? Reaching for the Stars: Lessons Learned Along the Way Join me on a captivating journey exploring the profound parallels between the boundless universe of space and the intricate pathways of career growth and life lessons. In this 20-minute talk, I will draw from my rich 25-year expedition within the dynamic realm of the space industry, intertwining personal anecdotes and invaluable insights gleaned from luminaries across the globe. Venturing beyond the stratosphere of traditional career narratives, I will unveil the cosmic tapestry of experiences that have shaped my trajectory in this awe-inspiring field. From the exhilarating… read more
Heather Graham Author at Heather Graham Leadership	Retaining Women in Tech: what works, what doesn't The pandemic hit women in tech hard with more women leaving and not returning, diminishing our talent pipeline. Companies need to think of new ways to keep talent. This talk will dive into what works, and what does not to attract and retain women in tech. Did you like this session? Share to vote.
Tiffany Kasanicky Principal Engineer, System SW Architecture at Intel	Failure is for the Fabulous Fear of failing: it’s common, can be paralyzing, and is the source of many damaging behaviors. While failures are often unavoidable, they can be a catalyst for opportunity. For example, Bill Gates and Paul Allen’s experience starting their failed company, Traf-O-Data, prepared them to launch Microsoft a few years later. Reflecting on this, Paul Allen stated “In my experience, each failure contains seeds of your next success - if you are willing to learn from it”. So if we’re destined to experience failure, what can we do to turn those failures into future success? … read more
Paulina Morgan Marketing Automation Manager at Alida	The Power of Marketing Automation Learn how to move the needle by creating product need, boosting brand affinity, building trust, and fostering authentic connections with audiences through the power of marketing automation! Did you like this session? Share to vote.
Cher Fox President at Fox Consulting	Mastering the Data Governance Maze: From Risk Mitigation to Process Excellence Join me for a 40-minute exploration into the world of data governance, where I'll unravel the intricacies of managing data assets for organizational success. This technical talk will spotlight the pivotal role of data governance in mitigating risks and enhancing processes. The discussion kicks off with an examination of how a robust data governance framework contributes to general risk management, addressing concerns such as data breaches, unauthorized access, and data integrity. Emphasis will be placed on aligning data governance practices with industry standards and… read more
Dorothea Renner Vice President and Partner at Leadership Pipeline Institute	The Specialist Pipeline "The Alternative to the Leadership Path": The Specialist Pipeline concept introduces a road-tested framework on how to design an enduring career architecture to enable specialists to perform and develop. We discuss the importance of the specialist role in business success and how you can develop through the specialist career path from individual contributor to knowledge principal. Did you like this session? Share to vote.
Christine Sarros Senior Vice President, Enterprise Engineering at Oracle	AI and the Enterprise: Considerations for secure and responsible deployments of native, 3rd party and integrated models The use of AI is top of mind for most companies these days. Whether we build AI into our own products, consume its functions from products we buy or practice a bit of both through integrations, it is important to define intended outcomes to avoid implementation risks. This session will discuss industry trends and best practices that will aid senior leaders through the AI deployment cycle. Did you like this session? Share to vote.