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Tech X Strategy StageJoin us for why ClimateTech has the potential to solve one of the biggest challenges facing our society today — climate change. In this session, Lily Stein, Regional Director - North America, will dive into how corporate utilities have the capability and moreover the responsibility to drive customer engagement through technology. By centering customers in their businesses, utilities can use technology to engage customers through innovative products and services that will ultimately accelerate decarbonization, setting us on a path to a net-zero world.
The Why: When and how we consume energy is at the center of tackling the urgent climate crisis. Kraken’s technology enables utilities to focus on customers — through engagement, they can help solve this challenge.
Key Takeaways:- Why ClimateTech is one of the most exciting specialties in tech
- How we can use technology to accelerate decarbonization while improving customer experiences
- Identifying unique innovations and solutions (including AI, machine learning, and optimization) to drive customer participation and engagement
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People X Leadership StageJoin us for an insightful session on navigating leadership roles as a Woman of Color. We'll delve into the unique challenges faced by WOC Leaders in corporate environments and provide actionable strategies for overcoming these obstacles. This session promises to equip you with the tools needed to assert your presence, advocate for yourself, and build a robust support network, ensuring your success in leadership positions.
The Why: Understanding the dynamics of leadership for WOC is crucial in today's diverse workplaces. Despite making significant strides, WOC still represents only a small fraction of C-Suite positions. This session addresses the systemic biases and offers practical solutions to empower WOC to break through these barriers, fostering more inclusive and equitable leadership structures.
Key Takeaways:- High Agency and Self-Advocacy: Learn how to assertively navigate your career path, championing your own achievements and ambitions without waiting for perfect conditions.
- Sponsorship: Discover the importance of building and leveraging a network of allies and sponsors to support your professional growth.
- Cultural Competency and Bias Awareness: Gain insights into the cultural biases that affect perceptions of leadership and strategies to recalibrate your assertiveness to align with external expectations.
This session is for you if:
- You are a Woman of Color aspiring to or currently in a leadership position
- You want to understand the unique challenges and opportunities for WOC in leadership roles.
- As a leader you are committed to fostering diversity, equity, and inclusion within your organization
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This session explores how AI agents are transforming the nature of work by automating tasks, enhancing decision-making, and allowing teams to focus more on strategic initiatives. Designed for those new to the subject, this talk introduces AI agents, explains their core components, and provides real-world examples of their impact on workflows. Attendees will learn how AI agents can improve operational efficiency, adapt to new challenges, and drive innovation in their organizations while aiming to make work more scalable and intelligent.
Key Takeaways:- Gain a foundational understanding of how AI agents work and their role in evolving work dynamics.
- Explore practical examples of how AI agents automate tasks and enhance decision-making in various industries.
- Learn how to identify opportunities to integrate AI agents into your own workflows for improved efficiency and scalability.
This session is for... those who are new to agentic AI systems and want to learn about their current capabilities, how they can transform workflows by automating tasks while also learning from data to improve their own performance, and the foundational steps for building and integrating AI agents into real-world applications. Attendees will also gain insights into potential business risks, such as over-reliance on agentic automation and execution, data privacy concerns, and the need for proper oversight. The audience will learn what to be mindful of when implementing AI agents, including ensuring alignment with business goals, maintaining transparency, and regularly assessing system performance for bias and errors.
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Digital X Human StageWelcome to Women in Tech Texas 2024! Join us for the official opening and welcome remarks to kick-start your day with inspiration and empowerment!
Our two-day agenda is filled with expert-led sessions designed to help you learn how to start putting in the building blocks toward the future and securing your position as a futurist leader in tech and strategy. -
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- Digital Transformation
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Digital X Human StageMost professionals aspire to make an impact with their career, often gravitating towards purely tech-focused enterprises. In today’s era, with so much technology innovation already available, we are seeing a shift where technologists are increasingly needed in non-traditional industry verticals to help apply these innovations and modernize or digitalize those sectors. One such rapidly transforming industry is aviation, which is emerging as an exciting frontier for those ready to apply their skills in a field that blends cutting-edge technology with real-world impact.
Join this session to discover what opportunities and challenges the industry is facing with a focus on how it implements consumer technology into complex training solutions and how it leverages technology to increase its sustainability.
The Why: The Aviation industry is undertaking a critical digital transformation that will generate plenty of fulfilling opportunities for technologists looking to have an impactful.
This session is for... you if you're a technologist ready to leave your mark and explore the exciting world of aviation, this session is your gateway.
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Digital X Human StageCome and be a part of an exhilarating exploration into how HP incorporates customer feedback to provide streamlined experiences for hybrid work styles. Uncover HP's innovative sustainability projects in the AI age, aimed at lessening environmental harm and advocating for eco-conscious behaviours. Be motivated by the remarkable women at HP who are spearheading this AI revolution, uplifting the tech sector with their insight and guidance. Understand how AI, sustainability and women's empowerment are molding the future of technology, propelling both technological progress and a more sustainable planet. Seize this chance to witness how HP is at the forefront of innovation and environmental stewardship.
The Why : GenAI is everywhere and will bring about many benefits to how we work, learn, and play. However, not so known is the very high power usage for training these large models. The sustainability and environmental impacts are a concern for us all as we use more and more AI.
Key Takeaways :
- Learn how companies like HP are using customer insights to guide how we integrate AI within their products
- Learn what HP is doing to help mitigate sustainability/environmental concerns
- Learn how HP is elevating women through this AI evolution
This session is for...
- You if you are interested in how you will interface with AI
- You if you want to learn more about sustainability initiatives
- You if you want to learn about how to use customer insights in you ideation and development process
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Meet Up: Networking BreakfastNetworking AreaAre you attending Women in Tech Texas on your own? Or do you just want to make some extra new connections to kick off your experience? Join our dedicated Meet Up to kick-start your morning feeling energized and ready to be engaged in two inspirational days! You'll be joined by our Networking Host to help you meet other attendees without the awkwardness and make a plan to share your experience and learnings! -
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Networking AreaBook your 1-2-1 appointment with our speakers at the Career Advice Hub to get direct advice on your personal and professional development that’s specific to you and your challenges. When arriving for your slot, be sure to be prepared with your challenges that you are interested to discuss with the speaker, so that you can make the most of the time allocated.
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Networking AreaBook your 1-2-1 appointment with our speakers at the Career Advice Hub to get direct advice on your personal and professional development that’s specific to you and your challenges. When arriving for your slot, be sure to be prepared with your challenges that you are interested to discuss with the speaker, so that you can make the most of the time allocated.
Appointments are held for 10 minutes so please do arrive on time to make the most of your time. Latecomers will also be at risk of losing their slot to waitlist attendees.
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Networking BreakNetworking AreaGrab a coffee and connect with attendees, share your thoughts on your top sessions so far and discuss your biggest takeaway from the day! -
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Networking AreaBook your 1-2-1 appointment with our speakers at the Career Advice Hub to get direct advice on your personal and professional development that’s specific to you and your challenges. When arriving for your slot, be sure to be prepared with your challenges that you are interested to discuss with the speaker, so that you can make the most of the time allocated.
Appointments are held for 10 minutes so please do arrive on time to make the most of your time. Latecomers will also be at risk of losing their slot to waitlist attendees.
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Networking AreaJoin us at the Networking Reception where you'll be joined by our speakers to quiz them further on their session and connect with your peers to share your key learnings from the event so far!
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- Digital Transformation
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Digital X Human StageMost professionals aspire to make an impact with their career, often gravitating towards purely tech-focused enterprises. In today’s era, with so much technology innovation already available, we are seeing a shift where technologists are increasingly needed in non-traditional industry verticals to help apply these innovations and modernize or digitalize those sectors. One such rapidly transforming industry is aviation, which is emerging as an exciting frontier for those ready to apply their skills in a field that blends cutting-edge technology with real-world impact.
Join this session to discover what opportunities and challenges the industry is facing with a focus on how it implements consumer technology into complex training solutions and how it leverages technology to increase its sustainability.
The Why: The Aviation industry is undertaking a critical digital transformation that will generate plenty of fulfilling opportunities for technologists looking to have an impactful.
This session is for... you if you're a technologist ready to leave your mark and explore the exciting world of aviation, this session is your gateway.
Sponsored by:
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Digital X Human StageCome and be a part of an exhilarating exploration into how HP incorporates customer feedback to provide streamlined experiences for hybrid work styles. Uncover HP's innovative sustainability projects in the AI age, aimed at lessening environmental harm and advocating for eco-conscious behaviours. Be motivated by the remarkable women at HP who are spearheading this AI revolution, uplifting the tech sector with their insight and guidance. Understand how AI, sustainability and women's empowerment are molding the future of technology, propelling both technological progress and a more sustainable planet. Seize this chance to witness how HP is at the forefront of innovation and environmental stewardship.
The Why : GenAI is everywhere and will bring about many benefits to how we work, learn, and play. However, not so known is the very high power usage for training these large models. The sustainability and environmental impacts are a concern for us all as we use more and more AI.
Key Takeaways :
- Learn how companies like HP are using customer insights to guide how we integrate AI within their products
- Learn what HP is doing to help mitigate sustainability/environmental concerns
- Learn how HP is elevating women through this AI evolution
This session is for...
- You if you are interested in how you will interface with AI
- You if you want to learn more about sustainability initiatives
- You if you want to learn about how to use customer insights in you ideation and development process
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WorkshopsIn shaping our product strategy, we’ve categorized digital products into three distinct arenas: the Game of Attention, the Game of Transactions, and the Game of Productivity. From these categories, we’ve established a North Star metric that captures the essence of customer engagement—the pivotal moment where a delightful value exchange occurs, encouraging customers to continue using our products.
Now, we can identify each customer by their unique digital DNA. Our product strategy must evolve to consider individual digital phenotypes, utilizing parameters like speech patterns, word choice, GPS data, ECG readings, and even pauses. These insights reveal far more about our customers than they may realize. As product designers, how can we tailor our strategies to meet the needs of each individual? How should we recalibrate our North Star metric to embrace the Game of Intimacy?
This session draws inspiration from the ground breaking ideas of thought leaders like Dr. Yuval Noah Harari and Dr. Eric Topol.
Key Takeaways:- Guiding principles for leveraging digital DNA while designing product strategy
- Examples of nudges and frictions available
- Ways to measure success
This session is for... digital product designers and consumers alike, providing valuable insights for all involved.
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Tech X Strategy StageMelissa Ushakov, Group Manager, Product, will guide you through the strengths and applications of GenAI, compare it with other AI types, and provide a decision framework for evaluating its fit in various contexts. Key topics include the difficulties in scaling GenAI, security and privacy concerns, and real-world examples from GitLab. You'll gain insights on how to responsibly integrate GenAI into your teams and the future of AI in SaaS products.
Key Takeaways:- Learn more about the limitations and challenges of Generative AI (GenAI) from the perspective of a Product Leader
- Learn from real-world examples from how GitLab are embedding and scaling GenAI
- Identifying the challenges of scaling GenAI and mitigating security and privacy concerns
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Tech X Strategy StageIn today’s rapidly evolving job market, transitioning between industries can unlock unique opportunities for growth and innovation. This panel explores how diverse professional backgrounds contribute to a richer perspective and drive career advancement. Our discussion will delve into the journeys of professionals who have successfully navigated shifts from one industry or function to another, sharing insights on the challenges and advantages of such transitions. We’ll also examine how different experiences enhance problem-solving and foster innovation in new roles. Join us to discover how leveraging diverse backgrounds can transform industry moves into powerful tools for personal and organizational success.
The Why: This panel highlights how leveraging diverse industry or function experiences not only enriches individual career growth but also drives innovation and problem-solving within organizations.
This session is for... you if you are looking to explore new career paths, expand your professional horizons, or leverage your unique background in a new industry.
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WorkshopsIn the ever-evolving landscape of technology, effective communication is the cornerstone of success. Whether presenting to stakeholders, clients, or colleagues, it’s crucial that tech professionals convey complex ideas in a way that is clear, concise, and meaningful to audiences with varying levels of technical knowledge. Not doing so can lead to disengagement, misunderstandings, wasted time, and missed opportunities.
"Bridging the Communication Gap: Presenting to Mixed Tech & Non-Tech Audiences," offers practical strategies and techniques to help tech professionals communicate effectively across mixed audiences. You’ll learn an audience-centric approach that avoids information overload, increases comprehension and retention, and drives decisions and actions. Plus, you’ll have the opportunity to practice your new skills.
Key Takeaways:- Understand the needs of different cohorts so you can tailor your message to resonate with each group effectively.
- Learn how to distil complex technical concepts into clear, concise language.
- Craft a concise message or “elevator pitch” using a simple framework.
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WorkshopsThere is a broken rung at the step up to leadership roles for women in tech and everyone can help fix it. It doesn’t matter the role you have, we can all drive organizational change. You will leave this session with all the tools you need to champion a returnship program at your own company!
The Why: A returnship program is one of the ways to increase women in tech roles to reach your company’s DEI goals.
Key Takeaways:
- Why a returnship program is important.
- What do you need to have a successful returnship program.
- How you can champion one at your own company.
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WorkshopsThe SPADE Decision Making Framework, an acronym for Setting, People, Alternatives, Decide, and Explain, provides a structured process for making urgent and critical decisions, especially those with significant impact on an organization. This framework offers a systematic approach to decision-making that ensures high-quality outcomes and effective communication. SPADE can be utilized whenever a decision is being made, but it is particularly valuable for urgent, critical decisions affecting many people within the organization. The SPADE framework facilitates high-quality decision-making and ensures alignment and communication within the organization.
We will be using a real-world example to illustrate how the SPADE framework can be applied in practice. Participants will engage in an interactive exercise and group discussions to explore each step of the framework. By the end of the workshop, you will have a thorough understanding of how to implement SPADE in your own decision-making processes, ensuring high-quality outcomes and improved communication within your organization. This hands-on experience will empower you to make more informed, strategic decisions that align with your organizational goals.
Key Takeaways:
- Understanding the SPADE Framework: Learn the five components of the SPADE decision-making process: Setting, People, Alternatives, Decide, and Explain.
- Real-World Application: Gain insights on applying the SPADE framework to real-world scenarios to improve decision quality.
- Enhanced Decision-Making Skills: Develop the ability to make structured, high-quality decisions under pressure.
This session is for…
- Leaders and Executives: Those responsible for making high-stakes decisions that impact the entire organization.
- Project Managers: Professionals tasked with overseeing projects that require urgent and critical decision-making.
- Team Leads and Supervisors: Individuals who manage teams and need to ensure alignment and effective communication.
- Business Analysts: Those who analyze data and alternatives to inform decision-making processes.
- HR Professionals: Personnel involved in decisions affecting workforce planning and management.
- Compliance Officers: Those responsible for decisions that ensure the organization adheres to regulations and standards.
- Process Improvement Specialists: Professionals focused on optimizing processes and improving organizational efficiency.
- Anyone Involved in Strategic Planning: Individuals who contribute to setting the direction and priorities of the organization.
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WorkshopsIn shaping our product strategy, we’ve categorized digital products into three distinct arenas: the Game of Attention, the Game of Transactions, and the Game of Productivity. From these categories, we’ve established a North Star metric that captures the essence of customer engagement—the pivotal moment where a delightful value exchange occurs, encouraging customers to continue using our products.
Now, we can identify each customer by their unique digital DNA. Our product strategy must evolve to consider individual digital phenotypes, utilizing parameters like speech patterns, word choice, GPS data, ECG readings, and even pauses. These insights reveal far more about our customers than they may realize. As product designers, how can we tailor our strategies to meet the needs of each individual? How should we recalibrate our North Star metric to embrace the Game of Intimacy?
This session draws inspiration from the ground breaking ideas of thought leaders like Dr. Yuval Noah Harari and Dr. Eric Topol.
Key Takeaways:- Guiding principles for leveraging digital DNA while designing product strategy
- Examples of nudges and frictions available
- Ways to measure success
This session is for... digital product designers and consumers alike, providing valuable insights for all involved.
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WorkshopsThis session aims to provide an overview on Knowledge graphs(KG), methods to harness LLMs for efficient KG construction, enrichment, and querying. We will delve into techniques for leveraging LLMs to extract entities and relationships, populate KGs, and enhance their quality and understand how this combination helps with information processing, enabling complex query handling and knowledge discovery. Gain practical insights into combining KG with LLMs to solve Production use cases with structured and unstructured data.
The Why: There is a lot of traction in the industry on GraphRAG and Knowledge graphs. This session helps give an overview so that you can make informed decisions in implementing knowledge graphs.Key Takeaways:
- Benefits of integrating Knowledge Graphs with LLMs
- Process for building and enriching Knowledge Graphs using LLMs
- Real-world applications and future directions
This session is for... you if you would like to get a high level overview on KG and have fun learning this session is for you. This is not a hands-on session. Open to Product , Business , Data Scientists , Engineering
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WorkshopsJoin us on a transformative journey as we explore the evolution from legacy on-premise applications to cloud-based solutions. In this session, we'll delve into the challenges, strategies, and successes encountered in adopting the cloud, including managing stakeholder expectations, leading teams through significant change, and balancing short-term needs with long-term goals.
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- Career Development
- AI
WorkshopsJoin us for an immersive workshop where we explore today's dynamic career landscape. Discover the emergence of skill-based organizations and the transformative impact of AI on careers. Learn practical strategies to thrive in this evolving environment, including skill assessment and building a career toolkit. Gain valuable insights and tools to confidently navigate skill-centric workplaces and the AI revolution. Don't miss this opportunity to equip yourself with the skills needed for success in tomorrow's job market.
The Why: With the growing emphasis on skill-based organizations, many companies are fostering a culture centered on learning and development, prioritizing skills to future-proof their talent workforce. In these environments, skills rather than job titles inform workforce decisions from hire to retire. This shift, alongside the rapid evolution of AI in the tech landscape, offers technology professionals a unique opportunity to steer their career paths and remain competitive. By strategically constructing their career toolkit to align with skill-centric workplaces, individuals can showcase their capabilities regardless of educational background or past job titles.
The goal of this workshop is to equip participants with the knowledge, tools, and strategies to excel in skill-centric workplaces and navigate the AI revolution in their careers. Through activities focused on understanding skill-based organizations, capturing skill inventory and assessment, and building skill competency mapping, attendees will gain valuable insights and practical skills to thrive in today's dynamic job market.
Key Takeaways:
- Understanding Skill-Based Organizations: Explore the shift towards skill-based organizational structures and grasp its implications on hiring practices, career advancement, and workplace dynamics.
- Navigating the AI Revolution: Delve into the transformative impact of artificial intelligence on industries and professions, learning to adapt, identify skill gaps, and seize emerging opportunities in the evolving job market.
- Crafting a Skilling Toolkit: Acquire practical strategies and tools to thrive in a skill-centric workplace. Through activities such as building a skill inventory and creating a skill competency map, participants will learn how to assess, develop, and effectively leverage their skill sets, positioning themselves for success in today's dynamic professional landscape.
This session is for... Tech professionals seeking to enhance their career prospects and thrive in skill-centric workplaces amidst technological advancements. Career changers or individuals considering entering the tech industry, looking to gain insights into the skills and strategies needed to succeed in today's dynamic professional landscape.
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WorkshopsAre you curious about the role that AI will play in predictive modeling? Are you wondering what the difference is between the Computer Vision API and the Custom Vision API? Do you want a quick introduction to get you up to speed on both, so that you can quickly build and deploy a Cognitive Services model?
Join us for an introduction to the Cognitive Services Computer Vision and Custom Vision APIs on Azure.
In this session, we will look at the basics of Cognitive Services Vision. First learn how to create your Cognitive Services model. Then you can see how to train and improve accuracy. Finally, we will step through python code to call the APIs.
After this session, you will get up and running in Cognitive Services Vision in under an hour!
Prerequisites: Attendees should have an Azure account. Experience with coding in python is helpful, but not required.
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WorkshopsIn the ever-evolving landscape of technology, effective communication is the cornerstone of success. Whether presenting to stakeholders, clients, or colleagues, it’s crucial that tech professionals convey complex ideas in a way that is clear, concise, and meaningful to audiences with varying levels of technical knowledge. Not doing so can lead to disengagement, misunderstandings, wasted time, and missed opportunities.
"Bridging the Communication Gap: Presenting to Mixed Tech & Non-Tech Audiences," offers practical strategies and techniques to help tech professionals communicate effectively across mixed audiences. You’ll learn an audience-centric approach that avoids information overload, increases comprehension and retention, and drives decisions and actions. Plus, you’ll have the opportunity to practice your new skills.
Key Takeaways:- Understand the needs of different cohorts so you can tailor your message to resonate with each group effectively.
- Learn how to distil complex technical concepts into clear, concise language.
- Craft a concise message or “elevator pitch” using a simple framework.
Sponsored by:
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- Career Development
WorkshopsThe SPADE Decision Making Framework, an acronym for Setting, People, Alternatives, Decide, and Explain, provides a structured process for making urgent and critical decisions, especially those with significant impact on an organization. This framework offers a systematic approach to decision-making that ensures high-quality outcomes and effective communication. SPADE can be utilized whenever a decision is being made, but it is particularly valuable for urgent, critical decisions affecting many people within the organization. The SPADE framework facilitates high-quality decision-making and ensures alignment and communication within the organization.
We will be using a real-world example to illustrate how the SPADE framework can be applied in practice. Participants will engage in an interactive exercise and group discussions to explore each step of the framework. By the end of the workshop, you will have a thorough understanding of how to implement SPADE in your own decision-making processes, ensuring high-quality outcomes and improved communication within your organization. This hands-on experience will empower you to make more informed, strategic decisions that align with your organizational goals.
Key Takeaways:
- Understanding the SPADE Framework: Learn the five components of the SPADE decision-making process: Setting, People, Alternatives, Decide, and Explain.
- Real-World Application: Gain insights on applying the SPADE framework to real-world scenarios to improve decision quality.
- Enhanced Decision-Making Skills: Develop the ability to make structured, high-quality decisions under pressure.
This session is for…
- Leaders and Executives: Those responsible for making high-stakes decisions that impact the entire organization.
- Project Managers: Professionals tasked with overseeing projects that require urgent and critical decision-making.
- Team Leads and Supervisors: Individuals who manage teams and need to ensure alignment and effective communication.
- Business Analysts: Those who analyze data and alternatives to inform decision-making processes.
- HR Professionals: Personnel involved in decisions affecting workforce planning and management.
- Compliance Officers: Those responsible for decisions that ensure the organization adheres to regulations and standards.
- Process Improvement Specialists: Professionals focused on optimizing processes and improving organizational efficiency.
- Anyone Involved in Strategic Planning: Individuals who contribute to setting the direction and priorities of the organization.
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Tech X Strategy StageLearn how to future-proof your career from an innovation strategist. Hear stories from her career journey, lessons learned, and how to take a strategic, intentional approach to crafting your career. Apply strategy and innovation frameworks to your career so you can adapt and thrive in the face of significant change. Leave with tips on how to stay relevant and competitive by embracing innovation and agility to navigate disruption.
The Why: In times of disruption, do you have a toolkit to advance your career?
Key Takeaways:- Perspectives from a software developer turned strategy consultant
- Frameworks to take a strategic approach to driving your career forward
- How can Women in Tech succeed amidst the GenAI disruption?
This session is for... you if you are interested in Innovation, Strategy or learning about ways to shape your career (It’s for everyone!)
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Networking AreaBook your 1-2-1 appointment with our speakers at the Career Advice Hub to get direct advice on your personal and professional development that’s specific to you and your challenges. When arriving for your slot, be sure to be prepared with your challenges that you are interested to discuss with the speaker, so that you can make the most of the time allocated.
Appointments are held for 10 minutes so please do arrive on time to make the most of your time. Latecomers will also be at risk of losing their slot to waitlist attendees.
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People X Leadership StageHave you ever said, “I’m not technical?” Have you ever apologized before asking a question? Is there something about your educational or professional background that makes you feel like an outsider in your technology role? Join this session to learn tactical ways to reframe your perspective as a diverse professional in technology and regain your power in corporate spaces to build your brand and scale your impact.
The Why: Diversity of thought is proven to drive hard outcomes for businesses, but that value cannot be realized until we are all able to acknowledge and embrace the value of non-traditional backgrounds.
Key Takeaways:
- How to identify and reframe limiting beliefs
- Where to find a consistent reserve of authentic confidence
- Ways to communicate the value of your strengths in the ever-changing technology landscape
This session is for… you if you’ve ever described yourself as “non-technical” or felt the need to justify your position by putting a qualifier on your skills and experiences.
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- AI
WorkshopsJoin us for an immersive workshop where we explore today's dynamic career landscape. Discover the emergence of skill-based organizations and the transformative impact of AI on careers. Learn practical strategies to thrive in this evolving environment, including skill assessment and building a career toolkit. Gain valuable insights and tools to confidently navigate skill-centric workplaces and the AI revolution. Don't miss this opportunity to equip yourself with the skills needed for success in tomorrow's job market.
The Why: With the growing emphasis on skill-based organizations, many companies are fostering a culture centered on learning and development, prioritizing skills to future-proof their talent workforce. In these environments, skills rather than job titles inform workforce decisions from hire to retire. This shift, alongside the rapid evolution of AI in the tech landscape, offers technology professionals a unique opportunity to steer their career paths and remain competitive. By strategically constructing their career toolkit to align with skill-centric workplaces, individuals can showcase their capabilities regardless of educational background or past job titles.
The goal of this workshop is to equip participants with the knowledge, tools, and strategies to excel in skill-centric workplaces and navigate the AI revolution in their careers. Through activities focused on understanding skill-based organizations, capturing skill inventory and assessment, and building skill competency mapping, attendees will gain valuable insights and practical skills to thrive in today's dynamic job market.
Key Takeaways:
- Understanding Skill-Based Organizations: Explore the shift towards skill-based organizational structures and grasp its implications on hiring practices, career advancement, and workplace dynamics.
- Navigating the AI Revolution: Delve into the transformative impact of artificial intelligence on industries and professions, learning to adapt, identify skill gaps, and seize emerging opportunities in the evolving job market.
- Crafting a Skilling Toolkit: Acquire practical strategies and tools to thrive in a skill-centric workplace. Through activities such as building a skill inventory and creating a skill competency map, participants will learn how to assess, develop, and effectively leverage their skill sets, positioning themselves for success in today's dynamic professional landscape.
This session is for... Tech professionals seeking to enhance their career prospects and thrive in skill-centric workplaces amidst technological advancements. Career changers or individuals considering entering the tech industry, looking to gain insights into the skills and strategies needed to succeed in today's dynamic professional landscape.
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- Career Development
Networking AreaBook your 1-2-1 appointment with our speakers at the Career Advice Hub to get direct advice on your personal and professional development that’s specific to you and your challenges. When arriving for your slot, be sure to be prepared with your challenges that you are interested to discuss with the speaker, so that you can make the most of the time allocated.
Appointments are held for 10 minutes so please do arrive on time to make the most of your time. Latecomers will also be at risk of losing their slot to waitlist attendees.
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Fireside Chat: Shape Your Journey to Leadership: Insights and Strategies to become Executive LeadersTech X Strategy StageEver envisioned leading the organization? You have thought about executive leadership roles but have questions about how to get there. Join us for a transformative conversation with two experienced executive leaders as they share their career journeys, insights and challenges.
Bring your most pressing leadership questions to our interactive session and leave with valuable advice advice and resources to help you reach your goals.
Key Takeaways:
- Explore the skills and competencies required for executive leadership
- Learn how to prepare yourself to join an executive team or board
- Gain valuable insights on networking, communicating and balancing goals
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WorkshopsIn the ever-evolving landscape of technology, effective communication is the cornerstone of success. Whether presenting to stakeholders, clients, or colleagues, it’s crucial that tech professionals convey complex ideas in a way that is clear, concise, and meaningful to audiences with varying levels of technical knowledge. Not doing so can lead to disengagement, misunderstandings, wasted time, and missed opportunities.
"Bridging the Communication Gap: Presenting to Mixed Tech & Non-Tech Audiences," offers practical strategies and techniques to help tech professionals communicate effectively across mixed audiences. You’ll learn an audience-centric approach that avoids information overload, increases comprehension and retention, and drives decisions and actions. Plus, you’ll have the opportunity to practice your new skills.
Key Takeaways:- Understand the needs of different cohorts so you can tailor your message to resonate with each group effectively.
- Learn how to distil complex technical concepts into clear, concise language.
- Craft a concise message or “elevator pitch” using a simple framework.
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People X Leadership StageIn this session, Wendy Stewart will ignite the spark of confidence in every woman in attendance. This session will explore the unique challenges women face in the technology sector, share inspiring success stories, and provide actionable strategies for personal and professional growth. The goal is to empower women to embrace their potential, overcome obstacles, and drive innovation in the tech industry. By the end of this session, participants will feel motivated and equipped to navigate their tech journeys with confidence and determination.
Key Takeaways:
- Fostering inclusive work environments and the power of representation
- Navigating career advancement and embracing continuous learning
- The value of mentorship and building a supportive network
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People X Leadership StageHave you ever said, “I’m not technical?” Have you ever apologized before asking a question? Is there something about your educational or professional background that makes you feel like an outsider in your technology role? Join this session to learn tactical ways to reframe your perspective as a diverse professional in technology and regain your power in corporate spaces to build your brand and scale your impact.
The Why: Diversity of thought is proven to drive hard outcomes for businesses, but that value cannot be realized until we are all able to acknowledge and embrace the value of non-traditional backgrounds.
Key Takeaways:
- How to identify and reframe limiting beliefs
- Where to find a consistent reserve of authentic confidence
- Ways to communicate the value of your strengths in the ever-changing technology landscape
This session is for… you if you’ve ever described yourself as “non-technical” or felt the need to justify your position by putting a qualifier on your skills and experiences.
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Digital X Human StageMost professionals aspire to make an impact with their career, often gravitating towards purely tech-focused enterprises. In today’s era, with so much technology innovation already available, we are seeing a shift where technologists are increasingly needed in non-traditional industry verticals to help apply these innovations and modernize or digitalize those sectors. One such rapidly transforming industry is aviation, which is emerging as an exciting frontier for those ready to apply their skills in a field that blends cutting-edge technology with real-world impact.
Join this session to discover what opportunities and challenges the industry is facing with a focus on how it implements consumer technology into complex training solutions and how it leverages technology to increase its sustainability.
The Why: The Aviation industry is undertaking a critical digital transformation that will generate plenty of fulfilling opportunities for technologists looking to have an impactful.
This session is for... you if you're a technologist ready to leave your mark and explore the exciting world of aviation, this session is your gateway.
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- Digital Transformation
- Security
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Digital X Human StageMost professionals aspire to make an impact with their career, often gravitating towards purely tech-focused enterprises. In today’s era, with so much technology innovation already available, we are seeing a shift where technologists are increasingly needed in non-traditional industry verticals to help apply these innovations and modernize or digitalize those sectors. One such rapidly transforming industry is aviation, which is emerging as an exciting frontier for those ready to apply their skills in a field that blends cutting-edge technology with real-world impact.
Join this session to discover what opportunities and challenges the industry is facing with a focus on how it implements consumer technology into complex training solutions and how it leverages technology to increase its sustainability.
The Why: The Aviation industry is undertaking a critical digital transformation that will generate plenty of fulfilling opportunities for technologists looking to have an impactful.
This session is for... you if you're a technologist ready to leave your mark and explore the exciting world of aviation, this session is your gateway.
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Tech X Strategy StageGraphQL gateways are pivotal in modern API architectures, offering unified access, selective data fetching, and enhanced developer experience through strong typing and dynamic queries. They reduce over-fetching and improve performance with batching and caching. However, challenges include complexity in setup, security concerns, potential performance overheads, and a learning curve for teams used to REST. Adoption trends show increasing use by tech giants, startups, and enterprises, supported by robust frameworks, cloud services, and active community contributions. Despite challenges, GraphQL gateways are becoming essential for scalable and efficient API solutions in modern software development.
The Why: Attend to understand GraphQL gateways, gain insights, improve API efficiency, address challenges, and stay competitive in modern development.
Key Takeaways:
- Utilizing API gateways for monitoring and analytics capabilities
- Improving API efficiency and addressing security challenges
- Understand the evolving role of GraphQL in API architectures to remain competitive in modern development
This session is for... you if you seek to optimize APIs with GraphQL gateways, improve efficiency, and stay ahead in tech.
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Fireside Chat: Shape Your Journey to Leadership: Insights and Strategies to become Executive LeadersTech X Strategy StageEver envisioned leading the organization? You have thought about executive leadership roles but have questions about how to get there. Join us for a transformative conversation with two experienced executive leaders as they share their career journeys, insights and challenges.
Bring your most pressing leadership questions to our interactive session and leave with valuable advice advice and resources to help you reach your goals.
Key Takeaways:
- Explore the skills and competencies required for executive leadership
- Learn how to prepare yourself to join an executive team or board
- Gain valuable insights on networking, communicating and balancing goals
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People X Leadership StageJoin this session to gain crucial insights into the evolving threat landscape amid the increased adoption of AI and discover what's top of mind for CISOs and the vital role you can play in addressing these challenges. This session will equip you with the knowledge and strategies needed to navigate and mitigate emerging threats, emphasizing the importance of leadership in fostering a security-conscious organizational culture.
Key Takeaways:
- Gain insight into the evolving threat landscape with increased adoption of AI
- Learn what is at top of mind for CISOs and the role you can play to address challenges
- Driving security awareness and initiatives from the very top
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People X Leadership StageIn this session, Wendy Stewart will ignite the spark of confidence in every woman in attendance. This session will explore the unique challenges women face in the technology sector, share inspiring success stories, and provide actionable strategies for personal and professional growth. The goal is to empower women to embrace their potential, overcome obstacles, and drive innovation in the tech industry. By the end of this session, participants will feel motivated and equipped to navigate their tech journeys with confidence and determination.
Key Takeaways:
- Fostering inclusive work environments and the power of representation
- Navigating career advancement and embracing continuous learning
- The value of mentorship and building a supportive network
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People X Leadership StageJoin this session to gain crucial insights into the evolving threat landscape amid the increased adoption of AI and discover what's top of mind for CISOs and the vital role you can play in addressing these challenges. This session will equip you with the knowledge and strategies needed to navigate and mitigate emerging threats, emphasizing the importance of leadership in fostering a security-conscious organizational culture.
Key Takeaways:
- Gain insight into the evolving threat landscape with increased adoption of AI
- Learn what is at top of mind for CISOs and the role you can play to address challenges
- Driving security awareness and initiatives from the very top
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Tech X Strategy StageMelissa Ushakov, Group Manager, Product, will guide you through the strengths and applications of GenAI, compare it with other AI types, and provide a decision framework for evaluating its fit in various contexts. Key topics include the difficulties in scaling GenAI, security and privacy concerns, and real-world examples from GitLab. You'll gain insights on how to responsibly integrate GenAI into your teams and the future of AI in SaaS products.
Key Takeaways:- Learn more about the limitations and challenges of Generative AI (GenAI) from the perspective of a Product Leader
- Learn from real-world examples from how GitLab are embedding and scaling GenAI
- Identifying the challenges of scaling GenAI and mitigating security and privacy concerns
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Tech X Strategy StageGraphQL gateways are pivotal in modern API architectures, offering unified access, selective data fetching, and enhanced developer experience through strong typing and dynamic queries. They reduce over-fetching and improve performance with batching and caching. However, challenges include complexity in setup, security concerns, potential performance overheads, and a learning curve for teams used to REST. Adoption trends show increasing use by tech giants, startups, and enterprises, supported by robust frameworks, cloud services, and active community contributions. Despite challenges, GraphQL gateways are becoming essential for scalable and efficient API solutions in modern software development.
The Why: Attend to understand GraphQL gateways, gain insights, improve API efficiency, address challenges, and stay competitive in modern development.
Key Takeaways:
- Utilizing API gateways for monitoring and analytics capabilities
- Improving API efficiency and addressing security challenges
- Understand the evolving role of GraphQL in API architectures to remain competitive in modern development
This session is for... you if you seek to optimize APIs with GraphQL gateways, improve efficiency, and stay ahead in tech.
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- Digital Transformation
- Security
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Digital X Human StageMost professionals aspire to make an impact with their career, often gravitating towards purely tech-focused enterprises. In today’s era, with so much technology innovation already available, we are seeing a shift where technologists are increasingly needed in non-traditional industry verticals to help apply these innovations and modernize or digitalize those sectors. One such rapidly transforming industry is aviation, which is emerging as an exciting frontier for those ready to apply their skills in a field that blends cutting-edge technology with real-world impact.
Join this session to discover what opportunities and challenges the industry is facing with a focus on how it implements consumer technology into complex training solutions and how it leverages technology to increase its sustainability.
The Why: The Aviation industry is undertaking a critical digital transformation that will generate plenty of fulfilling opportunities for technologists looking to have an impactful.
This session is for... you if you're a technologist ready to leave your mark and explore the exciting world of aviation, this session is your gateway.
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WorkshopsJoin us for an immersive workshop where we explore today's dynamic career landscape. Discover the emergence of skill-based organizations and the transformative impact of AI on careers. Learn practical strategies to thrive in this evolving environment, including skill assessment and building a career toolkit. Gain valuable insights and tools to confidently navigate skill-centric workplaces and the AI revolution. Don't miss this opportunity to equip yourself with the skills needed for success in tomorrow's job market.
The Why: With the growing emphasis on skill-based organizations, many companies are fostering a culture centered on learning and development, prioritizing skills to future-proof their talent workforce. In these environments, skills rather than job titles inform workforce decisions from hire to retire. This shift, alongside the rapid evolution of AI in the tech landscape, offers technology professionals a unique opportunity to steer their career paths and remain competitive. By strategically constructing their career toolkit to align with skill-centric workplaces, individuals can showcase their capabilities regardless of educational background or past job titles.
The goal of this workshop is to equip participants with the knowledge, tools, and strategies to excel in skill-centric workplaces and navigate the AI revolution in their careers. Through activities focused on understanding skill-based organizations, capturing skill inventory and assessment, and building skill competency mapping, attendees will gain valuable insights and practical skills to thrive in today's dynamic job market.
Key Takeaways:
- Understanding Skill-Based Organizations: Explore the shift towards skill-based organizational structures and grasp its implications on hiring practices, career advancement, and workplace dynamics.
- Navigating the AI Revolution: Delve into the transformative impact of artificial intelligence on industries and professions, learning to adapt, identify skill gaps, and seize emerging opportunities in the evolving job market.
- Crafting a Skilling Toolkit: Acquire practical strategies and tools to thrive in a skill-centric workplace. Through activities such as building a skill inventory and creating a skill competency map, participants will learn how to assess, develop, and effectively leverage their skill sets, positioning themselves for success in today's dynamic professional landscape.
This session is for... Tech professionals seeking to enhance their career prospects and thrive in skill-centric workplaces amidst technological advancements. Career changers or individuals considering entering the tech industry, looking to gain insights into the skills and strategies needed to succeed in today's dynamic professional landscape.
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Tech X Strategy StageGraphQL gateways are pivotal in modern API architectures, offering unified access, selective data fetching, and enhanced developer experience through strong typing and dynamic queries. They reduce over-fetching and improve performance with batching and caching. However, challenges include complexity in setup, security concerns, potential performance overheads, and a learning curve for teams used to REST. Adoption trends show increasing use by tech giants, startups, and enterprises, supported by robust frameworks, cloud services, and active community contributions. Despite challenges, GraphQL gateways are becoming essential for scalable and efficient API solutions in modern software development.
The Why: Attend to understand GraphQL gateways, gain insights, improve API efficiency, address challenges, and stay competitive in modern development.
Key Takeaways:
- Utilizing API gateways for monitoring and analytics capabilities
- Improving API efficiency and addressing security challenges
- Understand the evolving role of GraphQL in API architectures to remain competitive in modern development
This session is for... you if you seek to optimize APIs with GraphQL gateways, improve efficiency, and stay ahead in tech.
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In a world increasingly driven by automation, the future belongs to those who will use technology with purpose and critical thinking. Purpose-driven technology ensures that innovation is not just about efficiency but about creating meaningful impact. By placing human values and needs at the center, we can use technological advancements that enhance, rather than replace, the human experience. Critical thinking allows us to pivot the complexities of automation, making informed decisions that align with long-term goals. This approach helps us to use technology as a tool for positive change, ensuring that humans remain at the heart of innovation.
The Why: In today’s competitive landscape, automation is no longer just an option—it’s a necessity. According to recent industry reports, 67% of companies are accelerating their investment in automation technologies to stay ahead. The global automation market is expected to reach $214 billion by 2026, highlighting its critical role in business growth. For your career and business decisions, understanding automation is key. It’s not just about improving efficiency; it’s about enhancing customer experiences and staying relevant in a crowded market. Companies using automation see a 20-30% increase in customer retention and satisfaction. As competition intensifies, those who leverage automation will attract new customers and keep existing ones by delivering faster, more personalized services. Whether you’re a business leader or aspiring to grow your career, investing time in learning about automation is crucial. It’s the future of business, driving both innovation and customer loyalty in an increasingly automated world.
Key Takeaways:- Automation is essential for staying competitive, with 67% of companies investing in it and the global market projected to reach $214 billion by 2026.
- Automation enhances customer experiences, leading to a 20-30% increase in customer retention and satisfaction.
- Understanding and leveraging automation is crucial for career growth and making informed business decisions in today’s fast-paced market.
This session is for... you whether you are seasoned leader, aspiring technologist, marketer, Hands on tech. expert this session is for you
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Tech X Strategy StageIn today’s tech-driven world, mastering technical skills is just the start. Leaders need to continually grow and innovate. This session empowers women to harness their unique strengths—connectivity, self-awareness, authenticity—to excel as leaders in technology. Learn how to build effective teams, lead with confidence, and navigate organizational change. Dive in to transform your career and lead with impact!
The Why: Attendees will leave this session with actionable strategies to amplify their leadership skills, leveraging the innate strengths of women.
Key Takeaways:- Continuous technological learning is essential if we want to advance our careers; however, developing leadership skills is equally important.
- Women are known for their ability to connect, for their self-awareness, and for being authentic. Learn to connect to your natural abilities to enhance your ability to build highly effective teams and lead change.
- Overcome self-doubt by using your own self-awareness to reflect strength and confidence in your role.
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Tech X Strategy StageEver felt like your body might be trying to tell you something? I did, and that realization changed everything. Despite achieving success in finance and tech, I ignored my body’s signals until chronic health issues, burnout, and a personal crisis forced me to confront the truth: my body was speaking a language my mind had been ignoring.
Join us for a transformative session where you’ll learn to decode your body’s messages and unlock its powerful wisdom, guiding you like a personal inner GPS. Don’t rely solely on your mind’s intelligence. Unlock the profound wisdom your body holds and transform your life from the inside out. Your body has been speaking—it’s time to listen.
Key Takeaways:- Clarity and Direction: Simple, science-based techniques to interpret your body’s signals.
- Empowered Decisions: Make confident, aligned choices that enhance your well-being.
- Safe Connection: Engage with like-minded women in a supportive space.
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When it comes to securing your technology infrastructure, history tells us that eventually, safeguards will fail. In today's world, responding to technology and data breaches isn't a matter of if, but when, and we need to ensure we're ready. The speed and transparency with which a company responds to a breach has an outsized impact on the company's reputation. Therefore, with so much riding on how we respond, how do we ensure we are aligned on how to coordinate a response across the business and potentially with the board, customers, insurers, regulators, law enforcement, and media? Join this session to learn how to build a robust and thoughtful cybersecurity incident response plan in 21 questions.
Key Takeaways:
- Understanding the scope of a cybersecurity incident response plan and supplementary documentation needed
- The steps to developing a thorough cybersecurity incident response plan
- How to maintain and train the cybersecurity incident response plan
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People X Leadership StageAccording to the 2023 State of Cloud Strategy Survey, 76% of businesses are adopting, broadening, or considering a multi-cloud strategy. Notably, this trend is more pronounced among high-maturity companies, with 86% pursuing multi-cloud strategy, in contrast to just 54% of their low-maturity counterparts.
Integral to these strategies are cloud marketplaces—platforms that connect cloud service providers with consumers. Cloud marketplaces facilitate the discovery, purchase, and management of cloud-based services and applications from vendors operating in verticals including (but not limited to) Infrastructure as a service (IaaS), Platform as a service (PaaS), and Software as a service (SaaS). Cloud marketplaces such as AWS Marketplace, Microsoft Azure Marketplace, and Google Cloud Platform Marketplace are notable examples of success, but the narrative far exceeds these giants. The cloud service ecosystem is vast and dynamic, encompassing web enablers, cloud infrastructure resellers, domain resellers, and many more. This raises another question: In an era dominated by online transactions and digital agreements, how can businesses utilize the cloud not simply to sustain but to grow?
This deep dive will cover how cloud marketplaces not only drive advancements but improve online identities for businesses and individuals, going beyond cloud applications and focusing on cloud infrastructure and how it can help push for business growth. This will include understanding the marketplace ecosystem, positioning offerings strategically, prioritizing marketing and brand visibility, focusing on customer success, and regularly leveraging analytics and feedback.
Key Takeaways:- How to optimize dynamic marketplace investments through a series of examples and actionable insights.
- The strategies and tactics to unlock the full potential of cloud marketplaces as a growth channel for a business.
- Understanding the advantages of the cloud, and how businesses poised to capitalize on them can maximize their benefits.
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Digital X Human StageWelcome back to day two of Women in Tech Texas 2024! Join us for the official opening and welcome remarks to kick-start your day with inspiration and empowerment!
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Digital X Human StageAI is transforming the way we work, live, and create, but finding what truly drives business value can be challenging. Oracle cuts through the noise, revealing how businesses are leveraging the latest AI innovations to deliver real-world results. Through real customer examples, see how Oracle’s generative AI solutions seamlessly integrate across the entire tech stack, enabling smarter decisions, boosting productivity, and helping individuals attain new levels of creativity. This session offers actionable insights for women technologists eager to harness AI’s potential and drive innovation, today and in the future. Don’t miss out on how AI is reshaping the way we thrive in tech!
The Why: By learning how to harness AI’s potential and unlock new levels of creativity and efficiency, women technologists can lead the charge in shaping a smarter, more collaborative future.
Key Takeaways:- Harness the potential of AI to unlock new levels of human creativity, collaboration, and innovation—reshaping how you approach your work and future projects
- Discover how Oracle’s generative AI seamlessly integrates into your business, boosting productivity and driving real results that matter
- Embrace this new frontier and get actionable strategies and insights to stay competitive and boost your career in a rapidly evolving digital landscape
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Digital X Human StageDigital Transformation leverages technology to revolutionize business processes, enhance customer experiences and drive innovation and automation. In a post pandemic world, heart centered leadership plays a crucial role in this journey by prioritizing values such as empathy, authenticity and human connection. By balancing core leadership values with relationships and inclusivity, Jo Chadwick shares how she is leading her teams at Santander US through large scale change. By focusing on employee engagement, resilience, empowerment and creating a positive work environment she explains how authenticity, transparency, mindset and large helping of self-belief has proved they can do impossible things.
The Why:
Great businesses are built on great relationships – Dan Martell.
A pre-requisite for delivering Digital Transformation and business value is a highly engaged, motivated team, who crave human connection and a sense of purpose.
Key Takeaways:- What is Heart Centered Leadership?
- How leaders must embrace femininity and heart centered leadership in a post pandemic Gen Z world
- Why delivering value and results requires a blend of core leadership values along with human connection
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Tech X Strategy StageEver feel like you're waiting for the perfect time to chase your dreams? In "Dream Big, Act Now: The Perfect Time is Today," Lilit illustrates how taking action now can lead to big results. Using personal examples of balancing career, studies, and family, she will demonstrate practical steps you can take today to move closer to your goals, showing that each action makes a difference.
The Why: Attendees will learn that the perfect moment to pursue their dreams is now, and how to take practical steps towards their goals, even amidst life’s challenges.
Key Takeaways:- Start Now: Understand why the present is the best time to act on your dreams, without waiting for a perfect moment.
- Small Steps, Big Results: Discover the impact of taking consistent, small actions towards your goals, putting you ahead week by week.
- Authenticity is Power: Embrace your true self and learn how authenticity can drive your success.
- Action Plan: Leave with a clear plan: define your biggest dream, outline three key goals for the next three years, and commit to one immediate action step.
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Meet Up: Networking BreakfastNetworking AreaAre you attending Women in Tech Texas on your own? Or do you just want to make some extra new connections to kick off your experience? Join our dedicated Meet Up to kick-start your morning feeling energized and ready to be engaged in two inspirational days! You'll be joined by our Networking Host to help you meet other attendees without the awkwardness and make a plan to share your experience and learnings! -
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Digital X Human StageWelcome back to day two of Women in Tech Texas 2024! Join us for the official opening and welcome remarks to kick-start your day with inspiration and empowerment!
Our two-day agenda is filled with expert-led sessions designed to help you learn how to start putting in the building blocks toward the future and securing your position as a futurist leader in tech and strategy. -
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Digital X Human StageAI is transforming the way we work, live, and create, but finding what truly drives business value can be challenging. Oracle cuts through the noise, revealing how businesses are leveraging the latest AI innovations to deliver real-world results. Through real customer examples, see how Oracle’s generative AI solutions seamlessly integrate across the entire tech stack, enabling smarter decisions, boosting productivity, and helping individuals attain new levels of creativity. This session offers actionable insights for women technologists eager to harness AI’s potential and drive innovation, today and in the future. Don’t miss out on how AI is reshaping the way we thrive in tech!
The Why: By learning how to harness AI’s potential and unlock new levels of creativity and efficiency, women technologists can lead the charge in shaping a smarter, more collaborative future.
Key Takeaways:- Harness the potential of AI to unlock new levels of human creativity, collaboration, and innovation—reshaping how you approach your work and future projects
- Discover how Oracle’s generative AI seamlessly integrates into your business, boosting productivity and driving real results that matter
- Embrace this new frontier and get actionable strategies and insights to stay competitive and boost your career in a rapidly evolving digital landscape
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- Keynote
- Not to be Missed
Digital X Human StageDigital Transformation leverages technology to revolutionize business processes, enhance customer experiences and drive innovation and automation. In a post pandemic world, heart centered leadership plays a crucial role in this journey by prioritizing values such as empathy, authenticity and human connection. By balancing core leadership values with relationships and inclusivity, Jo Chadwick shares how she is leading her teams at Santander US through large scale change. By focusing on employee engagement, resilience, empowerment and creating a positive work environment she explains how authenticity, transparency, mindset and large helping of self-belief has proved they can do impossible things.
The Why:
Great businesses are built on great relationships – Dan Martell.
A pre-requisite for delivering Digital Transformation and business value is a highly engaged, motivated team, who crave human connection and a sense of purpose.
Key Takeaways:- What is Heart Centered Leadership?
- How leaders must embrace femininity and heart centered leadership in a post pandemic Gen Z world
- Why delivering value and results requires a blend of core leadership values along with human connection
Sponsored by:
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- Keynote
- Not to be Missed
Tech X Strategy StageEver feel like you're waiting for the perfect time to chase your dreams? In "Dream Big, Act Now: The Perfect Time is Today," Lilit illustrates how taking action now can lead to big results. Using personal examples of balancing career, studies, and family, she will demonstrate practical steps you can take today to move closer to your goals, showing that each action makes a difference.
The Why: Attendees will learn that the perfect moment to pursue their dreams is now, and how to take practical steps towards their goals, even amidst life’s challenges.
Key Takeaways:- Start Now: Understand why the present is the best time to act on your dreams, without waiting for a perfect moment.
- Small Steps, Big Results: Discover the impact of taking consistent, small actions towards your goals, putting you ahead week by week.
- Authenticity is Power: Embrace your true self and learn how authenticity can drive your success.
- Action Plan: Leave with a clear plan: define your biggest dream, outline three key goals for the next three years, and commit to one immediate action step.
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WorkshopsHave you ever found yourself needing to generate buzz and gather buy-in from cross-functional stakeholders while simultaneously executing on work? In this workshop we'll break down how to tell the story of why your team or project matters while still knocking things off the to-do list. By defining what you're working toward and building a network of trusted partners, you can make that vision a reality.
The Why: Working toward a vision or ideal state can feel impossible, but it's totally achievable by recruiting the right partners, defining clear success metrics, and breaking down work into actionable steps.Key Takeaways:
- How to clearly define the vision for your project
- How to build a network of partners who will support and champion your vision
- How to break the vision down into actionable steps
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- You if you manage multi-layered projects or initiatives
- You if you are establishing a team
- You if you need to sell an idea to leadership
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- Career Development
- Leadership
WorkshopsThis session is designed for those eager to expand their leadership abilities. You'll uncover strategies that are effective across various contexts and ideal for guiding complex, cross-functional initiatives. These tools will help you grow you confidence and achieve tangible results. We'll emphasize the significance of valuing collaboration with your peers, which is crucial for fostering a collective vision and working cohesively towards a common vision. Learn to reframe your perspective on challenges, seeing them as opportunities for advancement, thereby minimizing stress and strengthening your team's resilience. Acquire techniques that will not only refine your leadership skills but also enhance the influence you exert within your organization.
Key Takeaways:
- Shifting your perception towards challenges to thrive.
- Embracing your peers to reach higher-level goals
- Leverage one-on-one collaboration to develop strong solutions and build support.
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Workshops"Strong teams are built on the foundation of connection, and the essence of effective leadership and company culture lies in fostering these connections. Our enlightening workshop ventures into the heart of what makes teams excel in the most challenging of times. By tapping into the neuroscience of trust and connection, we uncover the core principles that drive high performance. This workshop both highlights the importance of connection in cultivating effective teamwork and provides tech leaders and teams with the insights needed to become architects of trust and collaboration within their organizations.
The Why: In today's fast-paced tech landscape, success hinges on more than just individual skill sets. It's about forging meaningful connections within teams as well as driving excellence, something that women in tech are uniquely positioned to do. Without this, team members don’t trust their coworkers to get the job done or teams can’t communicate effectively, this can lead to a high-stress environment and cause company-wide frustrations.
Our workshop delves deep into the neuroscience behind trust and connection, illuminating how they fuel high performance, and also provides simple strategies to take back to your organization. These practical insights are scientifically proven to transform team dynamics and boost productivity. Attendees will leave equipped to foster trust, navigate crucial conversations, and elevate their leadership game. For women in tech seeking to empower teams and drive success, this session is a must.
Key Takeaways:
- The Foundation of Connection: Discover the pivotal role of connection in team dynamics and how building deep interpersonal links can transform individual contributions into collective triumphs. Learn how emotional intelligence and mutual respect serve as the bedrock for effective team communication and collaboration.
- Neuroscience Insights for Women in Tech: Unpack the latest findings in neuroscience to understand how the brain's processing of social cues can enhance or hinder team cohesion. Gain practical strategies to apply these insights in your day-to-day work to strengthen team bonds and improve performance.
- Courageous Conversations as Catalysts for Trust: Master the art of initiating and navigating challenging discussions that are crucial for team growth. Learn how to create a safe space for honest feedback, conflict resolution, and constructive dialogue. Become a champion for a workplace where trust and open communication flourish.
The session is for... women in tech at all levels eager to unlock the secrets to building connected, high-performing teams. Join us to empower yourself and others with the science and strategies needed for an environment where connection and collaboration pave the way for success.
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WorkshopsIn the ever-evolving landscape of technology, effective communication is the cornerstone of success. Whether presenting to stakeholders, clients, or colleagues, it’s crucial that tech professionals convey complex ideas in a way that is clear, concise, and meaningful to audiences with varying levels of technical knowledge. Not doing so can lead to disengagement, misunderstandings, wasted time, and missed opportunities.
"Bridging the Communication Gap: Presenting to Mixed Tech & Non-Tech Audiences," offers practical strategies and techniques to help tech professionals communicate effectively across mixed audiences. You’ll learn an audience-centric approach that avoids information overload, increases comprehension and retention, and drives decisions and actions. Plus, you’ll have the opportunity to practice your new skills.
Key Takeaways:- Understand the needs of different cohorts so you can tailor your message to resonate with each group effectively.
- Learn how to distil complex technical concepts into clear, concise language.
- Craft a concise message or “elevator pitch” using a simple framework.
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WorkshopsIn today's ever-changing and uncertain tech landscape, leaders are under more pressure than ever to serve their organization, and people, with humanity and authenticity. Female leaders in particular are often expected to serve as the bridge between the company’s people and its commercial success. With conflicting leadership advice out there around adopting a business persona and bringing your whole self to work, Emily Foulkes will explore the nuances of how to show up as a strong female leader and make your impact known in your organization, while staying true to your individual values.
Emily will share her journey of authentic leadership across different industries, countries, and company sizes, and delve into practical strategies and inspiring stories that will help you show up, balance personal growth with risk-taking, and navigate the complexities of different workplace dynamics.
With a unique background as an expat and extensive experience in HR strategy, data analytics, and leadership coaching, Emily brings a wealth of knowledge on how to thrive as an authentic leader in the workplace. This session will equip you with the insights needed to inspire the next generation and make a meaningful impact in your organization.
Key Takeaways:- Staying true to your values: Discover the importance of aligning your values with your leadership style and company mission.
- Finding and sustaining meaning in your work: Understand the significance of believing in the worth of your work to maintain emotional availability and authenticity.
- Balancing learning and development with authenticity: Learn how to embrace new challenges and environments without compromising your core values and identity.
- Developing Skills to Navigate Sensitive Conversations: Recognize the appropriate times for unfiltered discussions and bringing your whole self to work, ensuring a respectful and productive workplace culture.
This session is for... C-Suite and Executive Leaders;Managers, Senior Managers;Aspiring female leaders and entrepreneurs -
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In today’s fast paced digital world, mastering the cloud is no longer optional—it’s essential. Whether you’re a technical expert or a business leader, integrating multiple technologies into a unified Cloud strategy unlocks new business potential.
Join us as we explore how Cloud, AI, and GenAI are reshaping workload management and redefining business. This session will show how leveraging the Cloud ecosystem can drive innovation, scale operations, and create efficiencies like never before. Discover how these technologies are enabling organizations to thrive in ways you never thought possible!
Key Takeaways:- Cloud Ecosystem Mastery: Learn how to effectively navigate and optimize the full Cloud ecosystem, from infrastructure management to automating complex workloads and migrations.
- Application Transformation: Explore real-world examples of how Cloud, AI, and GenAI are transforming critical business applications to be more scalable, flexible, and innovative.
- Workload Management: Understand how to manage, optimize, and automate Cloud workloads to increase efficiency and reduce operational costs.
- GSI’s Role: Learn how GSIs support organizations through consulting and technology services, guiding them through Cloud transformations and modern workload management.
- Business Leaders & Executives: Those seeking to understand how Cloud ecosystems can be used to optimize Cloud investments.
- Consultants & Strategists: Those advising on or leading Cloud transformations, focusing on innovation and automation.
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- Leadership
WorkshopsWelcome to "Problem-Solving Powerhouse," a high-energy workshop on hypothesis-driven problem-solving. Collaborate with fellow solution-focused attendees to generate and test bold ideas, and leave with practical solutions and new strategies for tackling your biggest challenges. By the end of the session, you'll enhance your decision-making skills through informed, data-backed choices, improve problem-solving efficiency by quickly identifying and testing solutions, and strengthen your analytical thinking by breaking down complex problems into manageable parts. The versatile and transferable skills you gain will be applicable across various domains, from business and engineering to scientific research and personal decision-making. Additionally, you'll learn to mitigate risks by testing hypotheses in controlled environments, leading to more robust and reliable outcomes. Get ready to power up your problem-solving skills!
Key Takeaways:
- Structured Problem-Solving framework: Learn a systematic method for formulating, refining, and testing hypotheses to address complex challenges effectively.
- Collaborative Innovation Skills: Develop teamwork and collaboration abilities by working with diverse peers to generate creative solutions.
- Actionable Strategies for Impact: Acquire practical techniques for testing hypotheses and implementing actionable plans for real-world impact.
This session is for...
- Any professional looking to sharpen your problem solving skills
- Enterpreneurs exploring new areas of investments
- Product leaders grappling with conflicting product priorities
- Consultants
- Researchers (Academic and Professional)
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WorkshopsGenerative AI is rapidly transforming industries, but are you prepared to leverage this transformative technology? In this immersive workshop, we'll decode the buzz around large language models, fine-tuning, and foundation models using relatable analogies and real-world case studies. Discover how businesses across sectors are harnessing the power of generative AI to revolutionize key functions, from enhancing customer service to optimizing market forecasting. Then, dive into hands-on practice as you develop your own generative AI application powered by AWS. By the end of this workshop, you'll gain a deep understanding of the core concepts driving generative AI, as well as practical skills to immediately apply these transformative technologies in your organization. Don't miss this opportunity to future-proof your business and stay ahead of the curve.
Please note: To get the most out of this session, attendees should be prepared with their laptop to participate in the hands-on activity.
Key Takeaways:- Explore real-world applications of generative AI across industries.
- Gain hands-on experience building a Generative AI application using AWS.
- Prepare your organization to leverage the power of this disruptive technology.
This session is for... business leaders, product managers, and technology professionals who are eager to harness the potential of generative AI.
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- Career Development
- Leadership
WorkshopsThis session is designed for those eager to expand their leadership abilities. You'll uncover strategies that are effective across various contexts and ideal for guiding complex, cross-functional initiatives. These tools will help you grow you confidence and achieve tangible results. We'll emphasize the significance of valuing collaboration with your peers, which is crucial for fostering a collective vision and working cohesively towards a common vision. Learn to reframe your perspective on challenges, seeing them as opportunities for advancement, thereby minimizing stress and strengthening your team's resilience. Acquire techniques that will not only refine your leadership skills but also enhance the influence you exert within your organization.
Key Takeaways:
- Shifting your perception towards challenges to thrive.
- Embracing your peers to reach higher-level goals
- Leverage one-on-one collaboration to develop strong solutions and build support.
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- Career Development
Networking AreaBook your 1-2-1 appointment with our speakers at the Career Advice Hub to get direct advice on your personal and professional development that’s specific to you and your challenges. When arriving for your slot, be sure to be prepared with your challenges that you are interested to discuss with the speaker, so that you can make the most of the time allocated.
Appointments are held for 10 minutes so please do arrive on time to make the most of your time. Latecomers will also be at risk of losing their slot to waitlist attendees.
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WorkshopsIn the ever-evolving landscape of technology, effective communication is the cornerstone of success. Whether presenting to stakeholders, clients, or colleagues, it’s crucial that tech professionals convey complex ideas in a way that is clear, concise, and meaningful to audiences with varying levels of technical knowledge. Not doing so can lead to disengagement, misunderstandings, wasted time, and missed opportunities.
"Bridging the Communication Gap: Presenting to Mixed Tech & Non-Tech Audiences," offers practical strategies and techniques to help tech professionals communicate effectively across mixed audiences. You’ll learn an audience-centric approach that avoids information overload, increases comprehension and retention, and drives decisions and actions. Plus, you’ll have the opportunity to practice your new skills.
Key Takeaways:- Understand the needs of different cohorts so you can tailor your message to resonate with each group effectively.
- Learn how to distil complex technical concepts into clear, concise language.
- Craft a concise message or “elevator pitch” using a simple framework.
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- Career Development
Networking AreaBook your 1-2-1 appointment with our speakers at the Career Advice Hub to get direct advice on your personal and professional development that’s specific to you and your challenges. When arriving for your slot, be sure to be prepared with your challenges that you are interested to discuss with the speaker, so that you can make the most of the time allocated.
Appointments are held for 10 minutes so please do arrive on time to make the most of your time. Latecomers will also be at risk of losing their slot to waitlist attendees.
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- Career Development
- Leadership
People X Leadership StageLeadership is crucial for company culture, as it sets the tone, direction, and values of a team. Effective leaders inspire and motivate employees, fostering a sense of belonging, purpose, and alignment with the company’s mission and vision.
The Why: Women in tech face an uphill battle as leaders, with few role models to guide emerging leaders it’s important to foster strong communities and share insights. This session will dive into ways women can become effective leaders that not only motivate employees, but serve greater business goals.
Key Takeaways:
- Understand the principles and mindset essential to building a strong team culture and serving the greater business.
- Learn to guide your team toward the right business goals by listening and building for customers
This session is for... junior to senior-level women in tech looking to elevate their careers and develop leadership skills.
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- Career Development
People X Leadership StageIn this engaging discussion, we'll dive into three pivotal areas that are essential for organizational advancement and driving future inclusive talent - learning and development, creative community partnerships and organizational culture. Together, these strategies form a robust framework for breaking barriers in tech and driving future success. This session will provide valuable insights and practical approaches for navigating and excelling in the ever-evolving technological landscape.
Key Takeaways:
- Learning and development: upskilling and reskilling employees
- Leveraging partnerships to impact diversity
- How communication and recognition impact culture
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- Career Development
Networking AreaBook your 1-2-1 appointment with our speakers at the Career Advice Hub to get direct advice on your personal and professional development that’s specific to you and your challenges. When arriving for your slot, be sure to be prepared with your challenges that you are interested to discuss with the speaker, so that you can make the most of the time allocated.
Appointments are held for 10 minutes so please do arrive on time to make the most of your time. Latecomers will also be at risk of losing their slot to waitlist attendees.
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WorkshopsHave you ever found yourself needing to generate buzz and gather buy-in from cross-functional stakeholders while simultaneously executing on work? In this workshop we'll break down how to tell the story of why your team or project matters while still knocking things off the to-do list. By defining what you're working toward and building a network of trusted partners, you can make that vision a reality.
The Why: Working toward a vision or ideal state can feel impossible, but it's totally achievable by recruiting the right partners, defining clear success metrics, and breaking down work into actionable steps.Key Takeaways:
- How to clearly define the vision for your project
- How to build a network of partners who will support and champion your vision
- How to break the vision down into actionable steps
This session is for...
- You if you manage multi-layered projects or initiatives
- You if you are establishing a team
- You if you need to sell an idea to leadership
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- Digital Transformation
- Technical
- AI
People X Leadership StageEver wonder what are the practical use cases for Gen AI? Come learn how Gen AI tools can increase engineer’s productivity. With Github Copilot and Google Gemmi, our pair programming environment has evolved. WellSky's is leveraging Gen AI to improve patient care and clinical operations. Instead of clinicians spending hours entering information, Gen AI can automatically populate form data from referral documents. We will dive into those real-world applications of Gen AI in healthcare software.
The Why: Attendees can learn how to leverage GenAI to improve efficiencies for both software coding and clinical documentation.
Key Takeaways:
- Learn the different areas of Gen AI
- See real use cases
- How to evaluate and propose Gen AI solutions
This session is for... you if you want to learn how to evaluate Gen AI tools for software development and business cases.
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- Digital Transformation
- Security
People X Leadership StageDigital Transformation is here to stay leading to increased cyber threats and attacks. The impact of an OT cyber incident may have dangerous consequences, far worse compared to that of an IT cyber incident. This session provides an overview of the types of threat vectors to industrial cybersecurity, layered security approach and insights on turning cybersecurity into a business enabler.
The Why: Due to the extensive connectivity between enterprise IT systems and OT (Operational Technology) systems, a cyber attack on the corporate system could impact industrial sites if the IT and OT networks are not segmented. This presentation dives into the impact of OT cybersecurity incidents, sample attack scenarios, factors to consider for prioritizing investment in cybersecurity and risk management strategies.
Key Takeaways:
- How to tie your risk management strategy to your organization's overall business strategy and operational KPIs.
- Breaking down OT cybersecurity costs and how to maximize investments
- Gaining internal commitment and alignment to enable an effective cybersecurity strategy
This session is for... you if you are an influencer or decision maker in OT cybersecurity investment, a CISO, CIO or COO, plant manager, IT security professional or control systems engineer.
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- Digital Transformation
- Security
People X Leadership StageDigital Transformation is here to stay leading to increased cyber threats and attacks. The impact of an OT cyber incident may have dangerous consequences, far worse compared to that of an IT cyber incident. This session provides an overview of the types of threat vectors to industrial cybersecurity, layered security approach and insights on turning cybersecurity into a business enabler.
The Why: Due to the extensive connectivity between enterprise IT systems and OT (Operational Technology) systems, a cyber attack on the corporate system could impact industrial sites if the IT and OT networks are not segmented. This presentation dives into the impact of OT cybersecurity incidents, sample attack scenarios, factors to consider for prioritizing investment in cybersecurity and risk management strategies.
Key Takeaways:
- How to tie your risk management strategy to your organization's overall business strategy and operational KPIs.
- Breaking down OT cybersecurity costs and how to maximize investments
- Gaining internal commitment and alignment to enable an effective cybersecurity strategy
This session is for... you if you are an influencer or decision maker in OT cybersecurity investment, a CISO, CIO or COO, plant manager, IT security professional or control systems engineer.
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- Premium Ticket Holders Only
- Career Development
- Leadership
WorkshopsThis session is designed for those eager to expand their leadership abilities. You'll uncover strategies that are effective across various contexts and ideal for guiding complex, cross-functional initiatives. These tools will help you grow you confidence and achieve tangible results. We'll emphasize the significance of valuing collaboration with your peers, which is crucial for fostering a collective vision and working cohesively towards a common vision. Learn to reframe your perspective on challenges, seeing them as opportunities for advancement, thereby minimizing stress and strengthening your team's resilience. Acquire techniques that will not only refine your leadership skills but also enhance the influence you exert within your organization.
Key Takeaways:
- Shifting your perception towards challenges to thrive.
- Embracing your peers to reach higher-level goals
- Leverage one-on-one collaboration to develop strong solutions and build support.
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- Career Development
- Leadership
People X Leadership StageLeadership is crucial for company culture, as it sets the tone, direction, and values of a team. Effective leaders inspire and motivate employees, fostering a sense of belonging, purpose, and alignment with the company’s mission and vision.
The Why: Women in tech face an uphill battle as leaders, with few role models to guide emerging leaders it’s important to foster strong communities and share insights. This session will dive into ways women can become effective leaders that not only motivate employees, but serve greater business goals.
Key Takeaways:
- Understand the principles and mindset essential to building a strong team culture and serving the greater business.
- Learn to guide your team toward the right business goals by listening and building for customers
This session is for... junior to senior-level women in tech looking to elevate their careers and develop leadership skills.
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- Premium Ticket Holders Only
- Leadership
WorkshopsWelcome to "Problem-Solving Powerhouse," a high-energy workshop on hypothesis-driven problem-solving. Collaborate with fellow solution-focused attendees to generate and test bold ideas, and leave with practical solutions and new strategies for tackling your biggest challenges. By the end of the session, you'll enhance your decision-making skills through informed, data-backed choices, improve problem-solving efficiency by quickly identifying and testing solutions, and strengthen your analytical thinking by breaking down complex problems into manageable parts. The versatile and transferable skills you gain will be applicable across various domains, from business and engineering to scientific research and personal decision-making. Additionally, you'll learn to mitigate risks by testing hypotheses in controlled environments, leading to more robust and reliable outcomes. Get ready to power up your problem-solving skills!
Key Takeaways:
- Structured Problem-Solving framework: Learn a systematic method for formulating, refining, and testing hypotheses to address complex challenges effectively.
- Collaborative Innovation Skills: Develop teamwork and collaboration abilities by working with diverse peers to generate creative solutions.
- Actionable Strategies for Impact: Acquire practical techniques for testing hypotheses and implementing actionable plans for real-world impact.
This session is for...
- Any professional looking to sharpen your problem solving skills
- Enterpreneurs exploring new areas of investments
- Product leaders grappling with conflicting product priorities
- Consultants
- Researchers (Academic and Professional)
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- Digital Transformation
- Technical
- AI
People X Leadership StageEver wonder what are the practical use cases for Gen AI? Come learn how Gen AI tools can increase engineer’s productivity. With Github Copilot and Google Gemmi, our pair programming environment has evolved. WellSky's is leveraging Gen AI to improve patient care and clinical operations. Instead of clinicians spending hours entering information, Gen AI can automatically populate form data from referral documents. We will dive into those real-world applications of Gen AI in healthcare software.
The Why: Attendees can learn how to leverage GenAI to improve efficiencies for both software coding and clinical documentation.
Key Takeaways:
- Learn the different areas of Gen AI
- See real use cases
- How to evaluate and propose Gen AI solutions
This session is for... you if you want to learn how to evaluate Gen AI tools for software development and business cases.
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- Digital Transformation
- Technical
- AI
People X Leadership StageEver wonder what are the practical use cases for Gen AI? Come learn how Gen AI tools can increase engineer’s productivity. With Github Copilot and Google Gemmi, our pair programming environment has evolved. WellSky's is leveraging Gen AI to improve patient care and clinical operations. Instead of clinicians spending hours entering information, Gen AI can automatically populate form data from referral documents. We will dive into those real-world applications of Gen AI in healthcare software.
The Why: Attendees can learn how to leverage GenAI to improve efficiencies for both software coding and clinical documentation.
Key Takeaways:
- Learn the different areas of Gen AI
- See real use cases
- How to evaluate and propose Gen AI solutions
This session is for... you if you want to learn how to evaluate Gen AI tools for software development and business cases.