"Strategies for driving organizational change; insights from fighting the good fight in an industry that is slow(er) to change "
"Strategies for driving organizational change; insights from fighting the good fight in an industry that is slow(er) to change "
Tue May 20 - 6:20 PM EDT/New York (See in local time)
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"Strategies for driving organizational change; insights from fighting the good fight in an industry that is slow(er) to change "
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"Strategies for driving organizational change; insights from fighting the good fight in an industry that is slow(er) to change "
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"Strategies for driving organizational change; insights from fighting the good fight in an industry that is slow(er) to change "
"Strategies for driving organizational change; insights from fighting the good fight in an industry that is slow(er) to change "
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Session: Strategies for driving organizational change; insights from fighting the good fight in an industry that is slow(er) to change
Traditional industries like architecture and engineering firms, railroads, oil and gas, government agencies are slower to change and have their unique set of challenges. Glean insights on how to reach the right people at leadership levels and get them excited/cautiously optimistic about disruption. Learn how to plan for long-term strategic and tactical change management planning so the organization is aware of what to expect and when to expect. And finally, learn how to train staff to expect and embrace change keeping generational, varying tech capabilities and evolving tech landscape in mind.Key Takeaways
- The right conversation, in the right tone, with the right people: how to reach the right people at leadership levels and get them excited/cautiously optimistic about disruption.
- Plan, Plan and then Plan again: long-term strategic and tactical change management planning so the organization is aware of what to expect and when to expect.
- Change is the only constant: training users to expect and embrace change keeping generational, varying tech capabilities and evolving tech landscape in mind.
Bio
Pratibha BasraoVP, Applied Technology Office Director-HDR Inc.
In my current role as Applied Technology Office director at a 13,000 person A&E firm, I am at the forefront of digital design and delivery transformation initiatives for the company. With a technology leadership career spanning 25 years in the AEC industry, I have developed a visionary mindset and excel in strategic thinking, assembling cross-functional, high-performance teams to deliver exceptional results in efficiency, process improvement, new business growth, and employee development.
Alexandra Ciobotaru Nørballe
Head of Automation Innovation-Maersk
As Head of Automation Innovation for Maersk North America, I lead efforts to enhance supply chain resilience and safety by integrating cutting-edge technologies into scalable, customer-centric solutions. Previously, at Maersk Growth—the venture arm of A.P. Moller-Maersk—I collaborated with visionary startups to digitize, democratize, and decarbonize logistics through strategic investments and partnerships that bridged innovation and industry expertise.
With a foundation in product management, I’ve built and launched impactful software products, supporting startups and scaling teams across Europe, Japan, and the U.S. I'm also the founder of Femme Lead, a global career platform and podcast spotlighting women in leadership. Recognized as one of Denmark’s Top 100 Talents and a STEM Champion by the Nordic Women in Tech Awards, I advocate for inclusive innovation and bring a global lens to every initiative. Let’s connect around automation, tech partnerships, innovation, and empowering diverse talent.
Donna M. Huey
Sr. Vice President, Chief Digital Officer ,AtkinsRéalis
Ms. Huey has 32 years of experience in technology consulting and implementation. Ms. Huey leads AtkinsRéalis' services in strategic planning and innovative solution development. She has been responsible for numerous technology programs and projects cutting across both public and private sectors with a unique capability for understanding both the technical and non-technical aspects of digital transformation to help clients create value. Ms. Huey offers significant expertise in technology project management, change management, and consensus development and helps clients understand and interpret business needs to target successful service delivery outcomes. She directly overseas the US and LATAM markets and advises on global digital strategy and resource management.
Nisha Thomas
Director, M&A Infrastructure Integration-Enbridge
Nisha Thomas is a seasoned business and technology leader with over 20 years of global consultative experience in Oil & Gas, Airlines and Professional Services. She currently serves as the Director of Technology M&A Infrastructure Integration Services & Due Diligence at Enbridge in Calgary, Alberta, Canada. In this role, Nisha is responsible for developing and executing a comprehensive technology integration strategy that aligns with the company’s overall business objectives. She leads the end-to-end infrastructure and network integration process, ensuring seamless technology and operational integration of acquired gas utilities.
Nisha oversees the assessment, consolidation and optimization of networks and infrastructure across newly acquired while ensuring compliance with industry regulations. Additionally, she builds and leads a high-performing technology integration team, fostering a culture of collaboration and continuous improvement. Collaborating with internal and external stakeholders, Nisha ensures successful integration and alignment with business goals. She identifies and mitigates potential risks associated with the integration process, ensuring business continuity and minimal disruption. Nisha also establishes key performance indicators (KPIs) to monitor the progress and success of the integration efforts.
Throughout her career, Nisha has enabled multi-million-dollar value creation for business functions by leveraging technology. Nisha has aligned business and technology strategies to develop multi-year roadmaps for business functions and has championed transformational initiatives that aligned business and IT objectives for Liquids Pipelines, Gas Transmission, Supply Chain, Legal & Major Projects in her previous roles. She was also accountable for regulatory compliance of all Liquid Pipeline IT technology stack and applications as per Transportation Security Administration/US Department of Homeland Security.
