Sessions: WomenTech Global Conference

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Tahmida Mahmud Deep Learning Engineer at Nauto, Inc.	Overcoming Gender Bias in AI Artificial Intelligence refers to a set of concepts, tools, and techniques that allows machines to simulate human intelligence and mimic human-like tasks through analyzing data and identifying patterns, and insights. Although it may seem like these machines have a mind of their own, they actually mirror human experience and behavior since AI models are trained with real-life data. Being a reflection of human perception, the historical data that AI models use are not free from inherent social biases and more data is not always better specially when it is skewed. In this talk, I will discuss… read more
Parisa Sadrzadeh Director, WW DSP at Amazon	Owning my success, the path to a rewarding career in tech! Discussion about Parisa's ten year growth and development learning path at Amazon. Did you like this session? Share to vote.
Maria Landa Software Development Manager at Amazon	Amazon Career Track: My Road in Technology Maria will discuss her career and how she's paving the way for future female technologist. Did you like this session? Share to vote.
Robin Ginn Executive Director at OpenJS Foundation	Welcome to the Roaring 20s of JavaScript! Last year, JavaScript hit a huge milestone - it turned 25 years old! When JavaScript was kicking off, Google was just getting started and Amazon sold its first book. Fast forward to today, and 96% of the world’s websites depend on JavaScript and it’s the number one programming language per surveys such as Redmonk and Stack Overflow. In this talk, given by Robin Ginn, Executive Director of the OpenJS Foundation, the audience will get an in-depth look into how this well-established and beloved programming language is continuing to innovate, and how her organization is building… read more
Megan Jacob Founder/Executive Director at Tech Girls United	Targeting Bias in AI I will be presenting on the topic of bias in the field of Artificial Intelligence and Machine Learning. As AI and ML are rising in popularity it is essential that we as a society understand their limitations. My presentation will be going over what algorithmic bias is along with how human bias influences it. I will also be using interactive examples to demonstrate the relevance of this topic to modern society. I will further be going over the origins of bias in AI and what we can do to limit bias. I’ll explain the best practices and what people should keep in mind when attempting to minimize… read more
Julia Atalla Co-founder and Head Coach at The MJJM Group	Introduction to Coaching for Leaders Companies that succeed in building a coaching culture create leaders who are authentic, brave and connected. They create environments that bring out the best in people, give them purpose and support their continued development. When leaders learn to coach, they not only improve themselves and those around them, they have lasting impact on the culture and ultimately the bottom line. This workshop introduces coaching behaviors and skills that conference attendees can integrate into and enhance the leadership skills they already have. With a combination of structured presentation… read more
Nanea Reeves CEO& Co-Founder at TRIPP, Inc.	XR for Mental Health, Emotional Wellbeing and Personal Transformation We are on the verge of a major technology evolution of computing moving from the hand to the head. Nanea Reeves, CEO of TRIPP, the award-winning XR wellness platform will discuss exciting advancements in the use of new head mounted displays (HMDs) will drive innovation in the mental health industry. Did you like this session? Share to vote.
Nitasha Chopra Chief of Staff & Director of Global Strategy, Internet of Things Group at Intel	So, you are now a leader ! Now What ? An inclusive and practical perspective on growing as leaders She’s been included and excluded, empowered and brought down and in her journey from a college grad to running a global organization today, she has built resilient skills that have allowed her to grow her scope, influence and impact across Intel and the technology ecosystem. Nitasha drives the global strategy for the engineering organization that delivers the Internet of Things (IOT) product portfolio at Intel and is the driving force behind a new inclusion initiative for the IoT division. She is focused on creating an environment where her teams can harness the “power of difference” because… read more
Palak Talwar Senior Safety Engineer at Lyft, Self Driving Division	Autonomous Vehicle Safety Overview The research and development of autonomous vehicles can potentially revolutionize the transportation sector. However, as several countries worldwide prepare to roll out the technology, that will take over driving functions from testing stages to commercial phases, safety measures and regulations remain a significant concern. In addition, the anticipated shift in driving responsibilities from a driver to an autonomous vehicle serves as a motivation for researching and analyzing liability and safety concerns. Failing to develop or observe safety regulations and standards exposes autonomous… read more
Anastasia Rivodeaux Managing Partner at Get Funded Tools (GFT)	Meet me at the intersection of Impact & Profit We ran out of ways to ignore the changes that need to happen in our society, environment, and economics. Global mental health issues are pushing us to not just educate ourselves but turn data into action. It's finally the time to build a bridge between capitalism and positive impact. No more buying indulgence through charitable organizations while destroying Earth every day. We live in an era when capital is turning its focus to positive change. Did you like this session? Share to vote.
Jessica Orozco SVP Global Sales at Platform.sh	What is a Platform as a Service (PaaS) and How It Helps Organizations Focus on What Matters? Forrester predicts that nearly 30% [of developers] will use containers regularly by the end of 2021, creating a spike in global demand for both multi-cloud container development platforms. Many organizations making this transformation are leveraging solutions like Platform as a Service (PaaS) to foster innovation, gain developer efficiencies and drive faster time to market. In this session we will learn what a PaaS is and why are some organizations are deciding to buy vs. DIY on the cloud. Did you like this session? Share to vote.
Tracie Pezzullo Director, Business Technology at Yelp, Inc.	How to Develop Into Leadership & How to Convince Others You Are Ready Developing from an individual contributor to a leadership role is a journey that often takes time and may seem unattainable or hard to navigate for some. When the conversation happens be ready to express your readiness, advocate for yourself and develop your plan. I’ll present some examples and ideas, through my journey and helpful resources on how to move your career forward into leadership. Did you like this session? Share to vote.
Carly Coleman Director of Talent Success at Toptal, LLC	Strategies for creating an on-demand workforce Because of my role, I’ve learned a lot about what makes a successful working relationship between clients and talent. My goal is for you to understand if remote, on-demand talent might be right for you and your company, and better understand how to navigate building your remote, on-demand team. Did you like this session? Share to vote.
Inna Haddad Senior Director – Client Experience & Solutions at Lohika	How tech companies can drive innovation and foster women eng It’s no secret that diversity drives innovation. Reports confirm highly inclusive organizations are 170% better at innovation, can increase market share by more than 15% and capture new markets by 20%. Such data points have leading organizations racing to build more inclusive cultures and harness the power of a diverse workforce and viewpoints to boost their competitive edge, globally. Did you like this session? Share to vote.
Sreeveena Pulicherla Software Engineer	Gender Bias Chrome Extension: Case study This presentation is about a case study on building a chrome extension for a digital writing assistant to help users with recognizing gender bias in their text content. Did you like this session? Share to vote.
Top Chef Josh Top Chef Instructor at ChefPassport SàRL	Pad Thai Lunch Menu with ChefPassport PAD THAI INGREDIENTS - 2 Serving For the Noodles: 5 shrimp, peeled and deveined (substitution vegan shrimp or carrot) 4-6 oz (100-150g) rice noodles (Pad Thai Noodles) 1 cup bean sprouts 1/4 cup Chinese chives (substitute spring onions in unavailable), chopped into 1” lengths, reserve a few for garnish 1 egg 1 medium carrot (sliced or shredded) 1 clove garlic (peeled and chopped) 1 small shallot( peeled and chopped) 1-2 tbsp oil (coconut, canola or olive oil) 1/4 package firm tofu, cubed (you… read more
Top Chef Josh Top Chef Instructor at ChefPassport SàRL	Pad Thai Lunch Menu with ChefPassport PAD THAI INGREDIENTS - 2 Serving For the Noodles: 5 shrimp, peeled and deveined (substitution vegan shrimp or carrot) 4-6 oz (100-150g) rice noodles (Pad Thai Noodles) 1 cup bean sprouts 1/4 cup Chinese chives (substitute spring onions in unavailable), chopped into 1” lengths, reserve a few for garnish 1 egg 1 medium carrot (sliced or shredded) 1 clove garlic (peeled and chopped) 1 small shallot( peeled and chopped) 1-2 tbsp oil (coconut, canola or olive oil) 1/4 package firm tofu, cubed (you… read more
Sharon Mandell SVP and CIO at Juniper Networks	How to Achieve Better Business Outcomes by Creating an Inclusive Workplace The COVID-19 pandemic pushed women’s participation in the workforce to lows not seen in decades, a scenario particularly acute in the tech sector that has chronically suffered from a lack of female and diverse representation at all ranks. Simultaneously, organizations are reeling from the impact of the “Great Resignation”, with talent difficult to find. In this session, I will address the challenges and opportunities I see for companies to use this unique time to redesign their approach to diverse hiring. As a CIO at a global tech company, I will also share my perspective on the business… read more
Claudia Galvan Director of Program Management at Oracle Corporation	Managing Cloud Infrastructure Services in a Distributed World Come and learn about cloud infrastructure, devops and how to manage a global software development team. Cloud Infrastructure is the hardware and software components required for cloud computing, by which organizations can deliver cloud services. The DevOps model used for application development and maintenance keep Cloud services running 24/7. Managing these very complex systems require the application of best practices to ensure the distributed teams understand the goals, processes and expectations. Did you like this session? Share to vote.
Nandita Narla Sr Privacy Program Manager at DoorDash	Career Pivots and Non-Linear Career Paths in Tech Job changes are stressful but bold career pivots can be even more overwhelming. “Is it too late?" "Is it too risky?” This panel will debunk some common myths about career pivots, share strategies for successful career transitions and help you embrace the fear of career change. You’ll leave this session with a realistic picture of what it takes to reinvent yourself in a new role. The pandemic gave many a chance to step back from the daily routine and reexamine current careers. Have you been feeling bored or frustrated at work lately? Or, do you feel your current career… read more