Sessions: WomenTech Global Conference

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Valentina Rodriguez Sosa Principal Architect at Red Hat	Lessons Learned from adoption and modernization on FSI companies Application modernizations are complex and challenging for so many companies. The financial services industry poses additional challenges around processes, security, and compliance. This talk will share lessons learned from adoption, modernization, and its challenges around containers, DevOps, and cloud. Did you like this session? Share to vote.
Roja Boina Software Engineering Senior Advisor	Going from 0-1 on Tableau 1. Understanding Data Connections: * How to connect Tableau to various data sources such as Excel, CSV, databases, and cloud platforms. 2. Building Basic Visualizations: * Building simple charts like bar charts, line charts, and pie charts to represent basic data relationships. * Explore the formatting options available in Tableau to enhance the visual appeal of your basic visualizations. 3. Mastering Tableau Interface: * Understanding the different panes and shelves in the Tableau interface. * Learning to drag and drop… read more
Aditi Sharma Managing Director, Data & AI at Accenture	Future of Business with GenAI All major organizations are exploring opportunities and potential future impact from GenAI, how will it bring change to Business value? Did you like this session? Share to vote.
Amreetha Nagaraj Head of Box Consulting - US East & Canada Regions at Box	Embracing Detached Attachment in the Workplace: A Path to Resilience and Fulfillment In this thought-provoking session, we delve into the transformative concept of embracing detached attachment in the workplace. Detached attachment, as a mindset inspired by ancient philosophies and contemporary well-being principles, offers a unique perspective on how individuals can navigate the challenges of the professional sphere with resilience and a sense of fulfillment. We will explore of the core principles of detached attachment, emphasizing the importance of finding a balance between dedication to one's work and maintaining a healthy emotional distance from… read more
Merissa Larson Exec. Dir., Risk and Remediation, Office of Info. and Tech. at Dep. of Veterans Affairs	Harnessing the Power of 508 Compliance in Today’s Technology to Maximize Inclusivity, Access, and Engagement Showcase how VA’s 508 Compliance is driving change to meet Public Law and delivering outstanding customer service Did you like this session? Share to vote.
Ranjeeta Bhattacharya Senior Data Scientist at BNY Mellon	Strategies to Mitigate Hallucinations in Large Language Models (LLMs) With the rapid advancement of Generative AI capabilities, numerous possibilities arise for its utilization. In this discussion, I will focus on a crucial aspect of constructing and applying generative AI for enterprise-level applications: mitigating hallucinations in large language models. Through this talk, I will thoroughly explore various methods aimed at addressing hallucinations in Large Language Models (LLMs), a specific type of Generative AI model. The generation of factually inaccurate information can occur both during the initial development of LLM models and the subsequent… read more
Chris Johns Executive Vice President, Business Technology and Innovation at PNC Financial Services	Implementing DevOps as a Way to Empower Smart People to do Great Things DevOps is a way to bring together all capabilities needed to run your business more efficiently and effectively. But it requires a cultural shift that can mean reimagining team norms, structures and skills. Leaders need to be able to encourage experimentation and give permission to fail. This panel will talk about best practices and lessons learned, as women in leadership positions that have led the charge in creating this cultural change to transform the way their companies' engineers work. Did you like this session? Share to vote.
Aisha Glover Global Head of Urban Innovation at Audible	Leveraging Corporations to Drive Innovation and Local Equity in Newark’s Emerging Tech Ecosystem Participants will learn how public-private partnerships and targeted neighborhood investments can help grow a city’s tech sector, attract and develop high-quality talent, and benefit local communities. Audible - a leader in tech, innovation, and storytelling for nearly 30 years - is passionate about driving positive impact not only for its customers but its local communities as well. Since establishing its headquarters in Newark, NJ in 2007, Audible has prioritized social impact initiatives to fuel the local economy and support a vibrant neighborhood anchored by thriving small… read more
Kamala Manju Kesavan Director of Engineering at VISA	Digital Transformation - The Productivity Differential Digital transformation isn't just a tech upgrade; it's the secret sauce behind a productivity revolution. It's like giving your business a magic wand that turns complexity into simplicity, making everything run like a well-oiled machine. Picture this: Your workflows, once tangled in paperwork and manual tasks, now dance seamlessly through the digital realm. Again t's not just about doing things faster; it's about doing them smarter. Digital tools swoop in, automating repetitive tasks, and liberating your team to focus on the strategic, brainy stuff.… read more
Tasia McLeod Director at New York Presbyterian	Breaking Barriers, Shaping Tomorrow: Navigating the Future as a Pioneering Black Woman in Healthcare Technology In a rapidly evolving healthcare technology landscape, the journey of a pioneering Black woman becomes a beacon of inspiration and innovation. Join me in this dynamic 10-minute presentation, 'Breaking Barriers, Shaping Tomorrow,' where I'll embark on a transformative exploration of my 15-year odyssey in healthcare technology. Now, as a Director at New York Presbyterian Hospital, I'll share pivotal moments, challenges overcome, and the power of diversity in shaping the future of healthcare and what helped shaped my career. I'll delve into the… read more
Dr. Diana Allen Senior Technology Program Manager at Google	Understanding Compliance and Risk in AI As the landscape continues to evolve in the cyber realm as well as the Artificial Intelligence landscape, understanding of compliance and governance options becomes ever more critical to protect the enterprise. During this discussion we will delve into the latest AI regulations, risk areas and strategies to consider when deploying AI in your environment. Did you like this session? Share to vote.
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