Sessions: WomenTech Global Conference

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Pooja Kelgaonkar Senior Data Architect at Rackspace Technology	Building LLM based solutions with Snowflake This session talks about implementing LLM solutions using Snowflake native services and features. This also covers demo of Snowflake Cortex functions. Did you like this session? Share to vote.
Amrutha Kuzhikattil Cyber & Tech - Risk Manager at Gore Mutual	Building a cyber risk management program - Not just for compliance In today’s complex threat landscape, aligning a Cyber Risk Management (CRM) program with Enterprise Risk Management (ERM) is essential to protect organizational assets and achieve long-term resilience. This session will guide attendees through the fundamentals of developing a CRM program that integrates seamlessly with broader business objectives—not just compliance checklists. Discover strategies to embed a risk-aware culture, where employees are active partners in identifying and addressing risks, rather than adversaries of security protocols. Attendees will leave equipped with… read more
Divya Dola Lead, Release Manager	Why Your Favorite App Didn’t Break Today: Understanding Stability Through Effective Release Management Have you ever wondered why your favorite apps consistently perform well, despite frequent updates and rapid innovation cycles? In this engaging session, Divya Dola, Lead Release Manager at EQ Bank, will pull back the curtain to reveal the crucial but often overlooked world of release management. Divya will illustrate how structured, repeatable processes, proactive risk management, and meticulous coordination between diverse technical teams contribute directly to application reliability and stability. Through relatable, real-world examples, she'll highlight how effective… read more
Priscila Dos Santos Araujo Lead Product Manager at Thoughtworks	Unlocking Scalable Platform Products In this talk, we will explore the critical role of user research in shaping platform products and ensuring technical, product and design efforts lead to meaningful outcomes. We will discuss practical strategies for conducting research that informs product decisions and share real-world examples of how alignment with business objectives can enhance platform adoption and usability. Attendees will walk away with actionable insights on how to build and scale platform products that bring actual value to the business. Did you like this session? Share to vote.
Amy Au Founder & Executive Coach at Innovate You	Thriving Through Transitions: Leading with Flow in Uncertain Times In a world of constant change, leaders are under increasing pressure to navigate uncertainty with resilience and clarity. In this inspiring and practical session, Executive Leadership Coach and former STEM leader Amy Au empowers professionals to transform transitions into opportunities for personal and professional growth. Through empowering storytelling and actionable insights, Amy helps leaders shift from resistance to momentum, guiding them to access inner clarity, courage, and purpose. Attendees will walk away with mindset tools and self-leadership strategies to confidently navigate… read more
Amy Au Founder & Executive Coach at Innovate You	Thriving Through Transitions: Leading with Flow in Uncertain Times In a world of constant change, leaders are under increasing pressure to navigate uncertainty with resilience and clarity. In this inspiring and practical session, Executive Leadership Coach and former STEM leader Amy Au empowers professionals to transform transitions into opportunities for personal and professional growth. Through empowering storytelling and actionable insights, Amy helps leaders shift from resistance to momentum, guiding them to access inner clarity, courage, and purpose. Attendees will walk away with mindset tools and self-leadership strategies to confidently navigate… read more
Ritika Mandi Product Manager at The Stories and Wisdom Company	Breaking In, Standing Out: From Classroom to Award-Winning PM What does it take to turn a graduate degree into a standout career in product management? Join Ritika Mandi, recent winner of the Stevie Award for Product Developer of the Year, as she shares her journey from being an intern at a two-month-old startup to leading award-winning product initiatives less than a year into her full-time role. In this session, you'll hear firsthand how the MSPM program shaped her success—and meet fellow MSPM alumni who will share their own stories of navigating product roles and making an impact. Through a dynamic, storytelling-based panel experience, we’ll… read more
Promila Bisht Quality Assurance Manager at Veeva Systems	From Impact to Influence: My Journey to Leadership In the tech world, moving from an individual contributor to a manager is more than a career milestone. Its a transformation in how to create value. This session shares my personal journey from building high quality products to building people and enabling teams. I’ll talk about the real-life challenges of transitioning in a fast-paced tech environment. It involves shifting from technical execution to strategic thinking, letting go of being the “go-to” expert and learning to lead with empathy, clarity, and confidence. Whether you’re a software engineer, QA, product analyst, or any tech IC… read more
Fatima Taj Senior Software Engineer at Yelp	Surviving the Brutal Tech Market of Today The technical interview process is more competitive than ever. Having navigated it myself this year, I’ve seen firsthand just how intense the market has become—and how success often hinges on more than just solving coding problems. At the same time, as someone who has interviewed and coached countless candidates, I know exactly what differentiates those who walk away with offers from those who don’t. This session is the most holistic, end-to-end guide to technical interviews you’ll ever attend. We’ll cover the entire journey: from building your network and preparing before the… read more
Ashley Lewis PhD Candidate at The Ohio State University	Hallucination in AI Dialogues: Detection and Mitigation Large language models often produce text that sounds confident and authoritative — but not necessarily true. In this talk, I unpack why these “hallucinations” (or more accurately, confabulations) occur, and what we can do to detect and reduce them. Drawing on my research in dialogue systems and recent experiments with retrieval-augmented generation, I introduce the VISTA Score, a new method for evaluating factual accuracy in conversational AI. I also discuss practical strategies for mitigating confabulation through retrieval design, prompt engineering, and data cleaning — and why our word… read more
Rabia Bajwa Director Cybersecurity GRC Advisory at DTS Solution	AI-Powered Attacks vs AI-Driven Defenses: Cybersecurity at Machine Speed In 2025, attackers increasingly leverage generative AI to conduct real-time phishing, deepfake impersonation, and polymorphic malware campaigns. At the same time, defenders are deploying adaptive, AI-driven detection and response mechanisms. The result is a cyber arms race happening at machine speed. This talk explores real examples of AI-enabled attacks, including deepfake fraud incidents and automated supply chain exploits, alongside practical architectures for deploying AI defenses responsibly. We will discuss model governance, bias mitigation, and live telemetry feedback loops for… read more
Lori Lalonde Founder at Her Executive Ascent Inc.	Why I Left Corporate After 30 Years: Redefining Success, Power, and Purpose After three decades in corporate technology, leading teams and driving large-scale transformation, Lori Lalonde made the decision to walk away. Not out of burnout or frustration, but out of clarity. In this honest and reflective talk, Lori shares the turning points that changed how she defined leadership and why she chose to create Her Executive Ascent, a new model for women’s leadership rooted in purpose, autonomy, and influence. She explores what corporate life taught her about ambition, politics, and authenticity, and what it took to reclaim her voice, her energy, and her… read more
Amy Au Founder & Executive Coach at Innovate You	Lead with Your Edge: Become Influential & Unforgettable with Your Authentic Voice Have you ever wondered why sometimes people can easily listen and follow you, but sometimes not? Do you know what make you stand out and how you lead is most effective? In this workshop, you will learn about the different Fascinate advantages that you will use to communicate and which ones you use best. And when you understand that, how it can be a game changer for you in your leadership with authentic voice. Each of us are different and unique, and once you identify and unlock your potential, people will listen to you, remember you, and take action on what you say. … read more
Annie GAUDREAULT Nutritionist, Women's Health Coach at VEEV Health & Wellness	Menopause, Leadership & High Performance: How Tech Women Can Stay Sharp, Energetic & Impactful Menopause is a major turning point — but it doesn’t have to derail leadership potential. This session empowers women in tech with evidence-based strategies to elevate energy, strengthen cognitive stamina, and stay emotionally resilient. Perfect for emerging and established leaders who want to feel strong, focused, and in command during this transition. Did you like this session? Share to vote.
Emily Heitman President at Schneider Electric Canada	Powering Progress: Women Leading the Energy Transition Through Innovation and Impact As the global energy landscape undergoes rapid transformation, women are driving innovation, sustainability, and inclusive growth across industries. In this session, Emily Heitman, President of Schneider Electric Canada, shares her journey from engineering to executive leadership, and how she’s helping shape Canada’s energy future through digitalization, decarbonization, and resilient infrastructure. Drawing from Schneider Electric’s award-winning sustainability strategy and AI-powered energy management solutions, Emily explores how women in tech can lead with purpose, build cross-sector… read more
Sheena Yap Chan Founder at The Tao of Self-Confidence	Making Tech Leadership Visible: Voice, Confidence, and Career Growth Women in tech are often advised to “be more confident” or “speak up,” yet the real barriers to advancement are frequently systemic and invisible. This talk introduces a practical framework for making leadership, contribution, and impact more visible in tech environments. Through real-world examples from product, engineering, data, and leadership roles, the session explores how voice, identity, belief, and leverage shape career progression and influence. Attendees will learn how to navigate visibility without burnout, advocate for their work, and build credibility in spaces where their… read more
Denisse Irrgang AI Sr. Product Manager at AstraZeneca	Accelerating AI Transformation AI is emerging as one of the most powerful levers for creating competitive advantage. The real challenge is no longer the tech itself, but how to move from isolated pilots to adoption at scale across the business. This talk gives leaders a practical playbook for making that jump. We will cover how to spot use cases that actually matter, how to build adoption across functions, and how to navigate data, governance, and change management without slowing down momentum. We will also touch on how AI is reshaping moats. Instead of protecting the technology itself, the real advantage… read more
Sheena Wadhwa Senior Director of Engineering & Site Lead at Priceline	The Agentic Shift in E-commerce AI is no longer just recommending products — it’s making decisions. As ecommerce shifts from search to delegation, what does this mean for platforms, brands, and consumers? And are women — who drive the majority of household purchasing — ready to trust AI agents with their buying power? Join this forward-looking conversation on trust, autonomy, and the future of commerce. Did you like this session? Share to vote.
Renate Cunneen Vice President Solutions Integrations and Service Management at Scotiabank	When Skill Isn’t Enough: How Women Navigate Power, Politics, and Survival in Tech Leadership Many women in technology believe that if they work hard, deliver results, and master their craft, success will follow. At senior levels, that is no longer true. Power, politics, and informal networks begin to matter more than performance — and women are rarely taught how to navigate them. In this candid executive-level talk, Renate Cunneen shares what she learned leading large-scale technology transformations inside highly complex financial institutions, where technical excellence was necessary but never sufficient. She explores why women are often penalized for the very traits that… read more
Sarah Lee Research Director \| Manufacturing, AI Platforms & Technology at IDC	Physical AI, the next era of intelligence Physical AI represents the next evolution of artificial intelligence as it moves beyond software and into the physical world through robotics, autonomous machines, and intelligent infrastructure. This talk will explore how advances in AI, sensing, and compute are enabling systems that can perceive, reason, and act in real-world environments. Attendees will gain insight into how Industrial physical AI is transforming industries such as manufacturing and logistics. The session will also highlight the growing opportunity for technologists and leaders to shape this emerging frontier. Did… read more