Session: Future proof leadership: Skills and mindsets for a changing Tech Landscape
The session can focus on unique qualities and strategies women leaders are using to adapt in a rapidly changing/evolving tech space. This topic can include resilience, tech trends to adapt, learning agility and empathetic leadership.
Bio
Kavitha Kadari, Vice President-Engineering, Storable
With over 23 years of extensive experience in product development, specialized in steering engineering teams toward the creation of global products, catering to a diverse and international customer base with a strong focus on leading and growing product development organizations across the globe.
Her leadership journey spans renowned organizations such as ADP, CDK Global, and Thomson Reuters, where she consistently drove technical excellence and operational efficiency.
Kavitha has successfully established and led Engineering and Product Management teams across multiple global Centers of Excellence (COEs). Her strategic approach and passion for building impactful, innovative technology organizations continue to shape high-value, customer-centric products.
Shweta Sharma
Public Speaker & Coach | AI Leader
Shweta Sharma is an accomplished senior leader with a passion for strategic innovation, diversity, and inclusion in technology. With a career spanning leading organizations like Intel, Microsoft, and Pandora, and as co-founder of iHind, she blends technical expertise with entrepreneurial vision to deliver transformative outcomes.
A forward-thinking advocate for AI, Agentic and emerging technologies, Shweta leverages cutting-edge advancements to drive future-ready solutions. As a globally recognized speaker, she has inspired audiences at Grace Hopper, GraphQL Summit, Women in Tech, and more.
Deeply committed to empowering women in tech, Shweta champions initiatives like AnitaB.org, UxDx and Tech Women at Intuit, fostering a more inclusive and supportive industry.
Dr. Sujata Dutta Senior Vice President, Technology, Vodafone
Dr. Sujata Dutta is a seasoned and visionary IT leader with over 25 years of experience in driving digital transformation, strategic planning, and establishing world-class Centers of Excellence across geographies. Globally recognized for her expertise, she is celebrated for fostering innovation, enhancing customer satisfaction, and delivering impactful results. A multiple award winner, Dr. Dutta has led her teams to achieve numerous prestigious accolades by cultivating collaboration, continuous improvement, and out-of-the-box thinking. As a sought-after speaker and panelist in the IT industry, she is also a passionate STEM promoter, advocate for POSH initiatives, dedicated volunteer, and active social media enthusiast. Known for her transparent and diligent leadership style, Sujata inspires teams to deliver their best work while aligning organizational goals with simplicity, growth, and customer-centricity. Her positivity and ability to build trust and credibility have earned her admiration from both employees and customers.