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Devi Kyanam


VP, Global Head of Data Engineering and Decision Intelligence at The Coca-Cola Company

Curiosity, Purpose, and Lifelong Learning: Key Pillars of an Impactful Career

Join us for an engaging presentation with Devi Kyanam, VP, Global Head of Data Engineering & Decision Intelligence at The Coca-Cola Company. With a rich background in data, engineering and machine learning and advanced degrees in genetics, statistics, software engineering, and an MBA, Devi has risen to be a tech industry leader and learned much along the way. She will share her journey, from academia to her role at a global brand, providing key insights from both her achievements and setbacks. This talk offers actionable advice for those seeking career growth in tech. Don't miss the… read more
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Supriya Raman


SVP Data Engineering at JPMorgan Chase & Co

Generative AI in Financial Industry

In this session, we will explore about LLM and Generative AI use cases in Financial Industry. Session will brief about Gen AI project life cycle and various other ethical considerations. Even when we master how to design and train effective models, these may not be responsible. We will explore essentials of how models are designed without bias, how they can become explainable, and how to mitigate the ethical risks posed by them.

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Rika Nakazawa


Group VP, New Ventures & Innovation at NTT

Are You Ready to Sustainably Create and/or Consume, and at the Speed of Light?

As Gen AI technologies proliferate across governments, societies, and industries (especially Web 3, XR, Metaverse) the demand for computing infrastructure to power digital systems and economies will skyrocket. Data volume globally is expected to 16X in the bookends of 2018 and 2030, with commensurate energy demands to multiply 13X in the same window. This will mean more data centers, equipment, cabling, servers, GPUs, and power - MUCH more power - that is already unevenly distributed globally. This is not sustainable. But there is a way forward by moving from Electronic to Photonic… read more
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Alexia Proulx


Manager of Technological Expertise Development at Petal

Onboarding or How to Train Your Champions of Tomorrow

Effective onboarding is not just about welcoming new hires; it's a strategic investment that yields significant benefits for everyone involved. Not only does it play a pivotal role in reinforcing company culture, it’s also a key factor in increasing job satisfaction, engagement and retention. Discover with us how you can upgrade your onboarding to support the growth of your company and unlock the full potential of your tech teams.

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Anjali Bhangay


Manager, Strategic Planning at Enbridge

Beyond Bits and Bytes: The Strategic Role of Digital Platform Leaders

In today’s rapidly evolving tech landscape, digital platform leaders emerge as transformation architects. Leaders must champion the navigation and convergence of three critical platforms: DevOps, No-Code, and Generative AI—each driving tangible business value. With the DevOps platform, such as GitHub, organizations are witnessing agility through rapid development cycles, allowing us to respond swiftly to market demands. DevOps isn’t just about productivity; it’s a collaboration platform. We’re no longer merely writing code; we’re co-creating solutions. DevOps security integrations are… read more
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Lucinda Cross


Founder at Activate Worldwide LLC

Reinventing Yourself: Empowering Women in Tech

The presentation is designed to convey the idea of personal growth, empowerment, and embracing transitions as opportunities for positive change. The aim is to inspire and motivate women in tech to discover their inner strength, overcome challenges, and achieve their fullest potential.

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Siri Chilazi


Senior Researcher at Harvard Kennedy School

Redesigning the Playing Field for Real Results

Despite lots of talk and well-intentioned activity, our current approaches to creating diverse, equitable, and inclusive companies have not translated into real, measurable results. In this thought-provoking keynote, Siri will share why that is and offer an evidence-based blueprint for the way forward so that we can focus our efforts on what works to create more equitable workplaces.

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Judy Dinn


EVP & CIO at TD US Bank, America's Most Convenient Bank

Diversity, Empathy & Balance: Fostering Inclusivity in a Modern Workplace

o Judy will discuss her passion of using her executive position to build inclusive workplaces founded upon empathy, inclusion and inspired creativity. Judy believes that a successful workplace environment is built upon inclusion in which all employees have a voice, feel valued and are inspired to create and innovate openly. Judy would like the audience to walk away knowing more about navigating non-inclusive workplaces in the technology sector, and how they have the power to take an active role in making their workplaces more inclusive. She wants listeners to understand the tangible results… read more
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Stephanie Domas


CISO at Canonical

Responsible consumption of open source

Open source software represents a majority of the most commonly used software in the world. Odds are you have open source software in your environment, or are looking to incorporate it. In this talk well some of the key tenants leaders need to be thinking about in the responsible consumption of open source, to make informed decisions.

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Cindy Diogo


Head of Talent, Rangle.io, at CEO, Consoul

Empowering Women in Tech: Navigating the Intersection of Career Growth, Sustainability, and Entrepreneurialism

In this session, we will explore the multifaceted landscape of opportunities and challenges faced by women in the tech industry. From breaking barriers to fostering inclusion, sustainability, and entrepreneurial spirit, we'll delve into practical strategies for personal and professional growth. Drawing from real-world experiences and industry insights, we'll uncover pathways to success in a rapidly evolving tech ecosystem.

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Dr. Kristin M. Gilkes


Global Quantum Leader at EY

Intersection of AI + Quantum Computing

Dive into the future of technology in this forward-thinking session as Dr. Kristin M Gilkes, Global Quantum Leader at EY, explores the groundbreaking convergence between artificial intelligence and quantum computing, outlining how this powerful synergy is set to revolutionize industries, redefine problem-solving, and unlock new realms of possibilities. Discover the potential impacts on cybersecurity, healthcare, finance, and beyond as we delve into complex concepts made accessible through Dr. Gilkes' expertise and clear explanations. Attendees will gain an understanding of current… read more
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Kate Prouty


CIO at Akamai Technologies

How to Be an Organizational Change Maker

Joining Akamai Technologies in 1999 and now serving as CIO, Kate Prouty has seen her organization evolve from a fledgling start-up to a billion-dollar industry-leader.
During this talk, she will focus on the importance and positive value of change in an organization, how to evolve leadership to support the needs of an established but dynamic company, and lessons learned from two and a half decades in a rapidly evolving industry. Attendees will learn how to leave behind aspects of culture that no longer serve the company, and to drive a growth mindset from the top down.

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Penelope Prett


Workday Business Group Lead at Accenture

Penelope Prett Personal Story and Career Journey

Sharing personal story and career journey.

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Swetha Chandrasekhar


Software Engineer II at Rakuten Kobo

Guide to Become a Full Stack Web Developer in 2024

The presentation is a guide to start a career in full stack web development. It includes the learning path and the different technologies that is needed to build a foundation in web development.

It also talks about how AI can be used to speed up the learning process using chatGPT 4.0.

Lastly, Swetha would like to share her own experience of transitioning into full stack web development.

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Leslie Vander Baan


Head of Next Inspect at Cox Automotive (Fyusion)

From the Bench to the Boardroom

Success and setbacks in your career are inevitable. How you catapult yourself back into the ecosystem after these events ultimately defines your personal brand and future earnings.

This session will help you discern trends in your personal career timeline. Leslie will also share how she developed a personal brand that sustained her career opportunities when going from nine months pregnant and closing a business to consulting internationally and being recruited by investors to develop the nation's first AI powered intelligent automotive marketplace

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Kelly Mulroney


SVP Product & Engineering at Cox Automotive

Driven by Passion: How Cox Automotive’s Client-Obsession Led to Digital Transformation and Innovation

In this session, learn how you can be successful in digital transformation by being client-obsessed and customer-focused and unlocking innovation with data intelligence. Cox Automotive SVP of Product and Engineering Kelly Mulroney will talk about operating at scale in a complex ecosystem, and share key insights for career and leadership success for female engineering, data and product roles.

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Sadhana Gupta


Senior Product Manager | Walmart at Carnegie Mellon University

Doubt to Dominance: Overcoming Inferiority Complex

This talk explores the prevalent yet often overlooked issue of the inferiority complex among product managers. Occupying roles that blend diverse responsibilities and high expectations, product managers may grapple with feelings of inadequacy and doubt in their professional capabilities. This talk will discuss how such feelings manifest, including hesitation in decision-making, reluctance to assert opinions, and concerns about technical inadequacies compared to peers. The focus will be on reframing negative thoughts, leveraging small victories, and fostering a growth mindset to not just cope… read more
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Lori Mackenzie


Co-founder at Stanford VMware Women's Leadership Innovation Lab

Revolutionizing Board Culture

Boards of Directors provide guidance, oversight and accountability to help organizations navigate uncertainty and thrive. As boards seek to enhance their effectiveness by bringing in new voices and perspectives, they must also curate a culture that leverages the power of diversity. In collaboration with the California Partners Project, a non-profit co-founded by First Partner Jennifer Siebel Newsom, the Stanford VMware Women's Leadership Innovation Lab launched the first-ever playbook on board culture in January. Learn about the insights that drive both inclusivity and effectiveness to… read more
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Anneliese Olson


SVP and Managing Director, North America at HP

Fostering learning, career development and belonging in a multigenerational workforce

Gen Z has ushered in a new era for the multigenerational workforce. As organizations contend with varying perspectives about work, communication and culture, it’s more important than ever for leaders to help foster unity among employees from different generations. From her decades of leadership at HP, Anneliese Olson will speak about how workers can find balance with their colleagues, while recognizing what they can learn from each other and empowering one another to find greater success throughout their careers. She’ll provide her own insights on the interesting workplace dynamics from a… read more
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Wendy M Pfeiffer


Managing Director at Box of Chocolates

Level Up or New Game Plus: What To Do When You've Hit Your Limit

In some ways, your career is like a video game--everything you learn, experience and achieve prepares you for the next level. But what do you do when you've reached the top, achieved that C-Suite role, hit your career's limit? Many of us retire at that stage, content to exit the game, secure in the knowledge that we won.

But what if there's more to the career game? What if you could take all of your accumulated skills, experience and passion and focus on something compelling, familiar, and unpredictably new?

According to Wikipedia, "in… read more