Session: Upskilling in Tech – Actionable Insights & Industry Trends
In this session, I will explore how women can thrive in tech by staying ahead of emerging AI and analytics trends while strategically shaping their careers. I’ll provide career guidance on how to plan growth paths, develop key skills, and position yourself for success in a competitive industry. Attendees will gain actionable strategies for navigating career transitions, building influence, and creating opportunities through effective networking and interview preparation.
Bio
I’m an Analytics Professional with 6+ years of experience working across India, Canada, and the United States. I am passionate about helping others grow professionally and actively volunteer with STEM organizations. Outside of work, I enjoy hiking and dancing, which inspire creativity and balance in both my personal and professional life.
Bindu Kumari is a Software Engineer with over eight years of industry experience, specializing in building secure, scalable, and high performance cloud solutions.
At Dell Technologies, she plays a key role in the AIOPS Ecosystem. Known for her clarity, her hands on expertise, and her ability to break down technical concepts for diverse audiences, Bindu actively participates in knowledge sharing, collaboration, and cross team architecture discussions. She is passionate about empowering engineers, improving engineering excellence, and advocating for secure and sustainable software development.
Bindu frequently speaks about topics such as cloud architecture, secure coding practices, engineering quality, automated pipelines, and the evolving role of AI in developer workflows.
Abir Chermiti is an Industry Engagement Program Manager at IEEE with over seven years of experience at the intersection of technology, business, and workforce development. She works closely with global industries to advance collaboration, innovation, and talent engagement, while actively mentoring students and early-career professionals navigating the evolving tech landscape. Abir is an MBA candidate in Business and Technology, an award-winning Women in Tech Ally, and a frequent speaker on upskilling, career growth, and industry readiness.
Laquasia Tyson is a tech professional, Learning & Development strategist, and Founder of Girls Teching Over, an organization dedicated to bridging the tech skills gap through inclusive education and workforce development. With a background in IT and a Master’s in Instructional Design & Technology, she brings nearly a decade of experience helping individuals and organizations integrate AI and digital tools with purpose and confidence. Laquasia is also the creator of Embracing Introversion, a community that empowers quieter professionals to lead authentically. Her mission is to make technology and leadership more accessible, inclusive, and human-centered.