Agenda

AI is at the forefront of innovation from enhancing efficiency to solving complex global challenges. However, amidst this digital transformation, we emphasize the growing significance of nurturing inherently human skills. As technology evolves, so does the need for empathy, creativity, and critical thinking. Moreover, we stress the urgency of fostering diversity in tech teams. In a world shaped by varied perspectives and experiences, diverse teams are essential for creating inclusive and equitable technologies. Join us to explore these pivotal aspects shaping our digital future.

Key Takeaways:

• How the AI revolution is helping to power global solutions
• The increasing importance of developing inherently human-based skills in an increasingly digital world
• Why it's never been more critical to have diverse teams developing technology for a diverse world

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Come 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

In 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. Through interactive exercises, real-world examples, and expert guidance, you will learn how to tailor your message to meet the needs of both technical and non-technical stakeholders. 

Key Takeaways:

• Understand the needs of different cohorts so you can tailor your message to resonate with each group effectively.
• Learn how to distill complex technical concepts into clear, concise language that is accessible to all and inspires action.
• Understand how to strike the right balance between providing high-level overviews and diving into technical details.

This session is for... Technology experts who need to drive the smart adoption and implementation of AI and other new technologies by effectively communicating data.

Book 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.

Speakers for the Career Advice Hub are to be announced.

There 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.

The 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.

As organizations rush to implement and build AI strategies to stand out against their competitors, it’s critical to ensure that you have the foundations right. In this workshop, you’ll have the opportunity to learn how to seamlessly align your data strategy with your AI vision, forging a cohesive approach that propels your organization to the forefront of AI innovation.

Key Takeaways:

• Best practices in data preparation and cleansing for AI strategies
• Identify where you are in your current data journey vs where you need to be
• Aligning your data strategy with your AI strategy

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Join 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 the 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

Book 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.

Speakers for the Career Advice Hub are to be announced.

Have 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.

In this session, gain invaluable insights into safeguarding sensitive data and mitigating cyber threats while ensuring seamless business operations. Here you'll discover strategies for aligning cloud security practices with overarching business objectives, maximizing both protection and productivity. Join us as we unravel the complexities of modern cloud security and equip you with the tools to navigate the intersection of technology and business imperatives.

Key Takeaways:

• Strategies for enhancing cloud security
• Aligning security measures with business needs
• Leveraging secure cloud solutions for business growth

Speaker to be announced...

Join 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.

Book 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.

Speakers for the Career Advice Hub are to be announced.

GraphQL 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.

Join this dynamic fireside chat to master the art of effective leadership under pressure featuring leaders who are constantly in high-stakes, high-stress environments sharing how they manage to be the calmest in the room during incident response situations and how this mindset has shaped how they lead in their own lives. This session will equip you with practical strategies to lead confidently and decisively in high-stake situations, ensuring success and resilience in your leadership journey.

Key Takeaways:

• Channel the power of emotion.
• Take calculated risks.
• Choose who you surround yourself with.