Session: Rewriting the Promotion Playbook: AI, Ambition, and the Future of Growth in Tech
Promotion processes are evolving faster than ever. AI, automation, and reorganizations are changing how readiness and performance are measured. In this talk, Michelle Bozeman breaks down what top tech companies now value—and how women can adapt their approach to advancement. Attendees will learn how to gather promotion evidence, align with business priorities, and advocate confidently for their next level. Because promotions don’t happen from effort alone—they happen when your value is seen, measured, and communicated with precision.
Bio
Michelle Bozeman is a Senior Director of Cloud Solution Architecture at Microsoft, leading AI business transformation for US Financial Services customers. With 30 years in tech and prior senior executive experience at Amazon Web Services, she has built and led teams across engineering, operations, communications, and learning design. She has been recognized with the Microsoft Circle of Excellence Gold Club award and multiple Gold Star awards.
Michelle is also the Founder of TBW Enterprises, LLC, and creator of Stuck to Unstoppable, a coaching program helping mid-career women in tech break through career barriers with strategic visibility and confidence. She holds a degree in Information Technology from the University of Maryland and a graduate certificate in Organizational Behavior from Harvard University.
Michelle is a former board member of the Integrating Women Leaders Foundation and currently serves on the advisory council of the Global Mentorship Initiative. She is also a performing violinist with the Charlotte Civic Orchestra.
She is the mother of three daughters and resides in Charlotte, North Carolina, with her husband.