Sessions: WomenTech Global Conference

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Karen Keynes Co-Founder at Kx2 Management Group	Inside the Golden Triangle: A Strategic Lens on Digital Transformation This high-impact session introduces the Golden Triangle—People, Process, and Technology—as a strategic framework for digital transformation. Designed for leaders navigating the changing demands of leadership in the digital evolution, the workshop blends practical insight with interactive reflection to help participants assess their readiness and identify strategic gaps. What’s covered: · A clear breakdown of the Golden Triangle and how alignment drives transformation · Real-world case studies showing success and failure in digital initiatives… read more
Dr Samantha Horseman Chairperson, VP, Director, HDR Innovation Lead at James Cook University I QLD AI Hub I AI Consortium	From Innovation to Impact: Women Founders Powering Global Deep Tech Through Scalable Ecosystems This panel embodies a powerful vision: empowering women to not just participate in technology, but to take the helm in its most transformative and commercially vital sectors: AI, Deep-Tech, Simulators, Digital Twins, and Immersive Tech/Haptics. The moderator and speakers are seasoned founders and ecosystem builders who have navigated the complexities of turning deep technical expertise into meaningful, scalable impact in traditionally male-dominated industries. Their passion is fueled by personal experiences—building innovative companies, commercializing groundbreaking ideas, and forging… read more
Alejandra Torchia SVP Technology, Global Infrastructure Solutions at Former Equifax Inc	How to use the power of the pack: women supporting women In this engaging fireside chat, we will delve into the dynamic interplay of female empowerment and collaboration. While a woman alone wields considerable strength, our collective impact is undeniable. Historically, societal norms have hindered women from fully supporting one another, perpetuating the stereotype that women do not collaborate. This session aims to challenge that narrative by highlighting the importance of raising each other up. Attendees will explore diverse perspectives on this on this topic and leave equipped with actionable tips to harness the "Power of the Pack… read more
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
Irem Uygur Robotics Engineer, PhD	Enhancing Accessibility for All in Era of Autonomous Robots and Smart Cities As technology advances, we are witnessing robots moving beyond their traditional confines of factory floors or military applications and integrating into our everyday environments. From patrolling streets to facilitating deliveries, these robots have become smaller and more autonomous over time. Interestingly, the very same technologies driving this evolution hold promise for enhancing accessibility for visually impaired individuals. Did you like this session? Share to vote.
Irem Uygur Project Leader, Robotics Engineer PhD at ZMP Japan	Expanding Horizons: Robotics for a More Inclusive Future What came to your mind when you heard the word “robot” in the past? A military defense tool, an industrial robot arm, or a fictional character on a TV screen? Today, robots have broken free. They have stepped out of military bases, industrial cages, and TV screens. In this talk, we will explore how this transformation happened and what the future holds for us. Did you like this session? Share to vote.
Anjusha Sandeep Nair Principal Architect, Google Maps at Google	Location Intelligence: AI-Powered Insights for C-Level Decision Making Geospatial AI is a key driver of strategic innovation and transformation. This session explores how geospatial AI transforms raw location data into actionable insights for strategic decisions through real world use cases and scenarios, demonstrating how AI and location intelligence can be implemented for success and enable business leaders to make data-driven decisions for optimised operations, improved decision-making, and manage environmental impact Did you like this session? Share to vote.
Jamie Ng Program Manager at Akamai Technologies Inc	Akamai Technical Academy (ATA) Program What is the Akamai Technical Academy (ATA) Program? How do you enroll? What are your opportunities upon completion? Did you like this session? Share to vote.
Avery Anne Banta VP, HRBP and Change Management & Organizational Development COE Head at Globe Telecom	Leading Organization Transformation In a time of constant disruption, leading transformation is no longer just about managing change; it’s about inspiring people through it. This session explores what it takes to lead organizational transformation with purpose, clarity, and empathy. We’ll discuss how leaders can create stability amid transition, communicate with conviction, and sustain engagement while driving results. Did you like this session? Share to vote.
Cynthia Zhai Professional Speaker, Voice Coach, Best-Selling Author at FULL VOICE CONSULTING	Develop Your Leadership Voice to Engage, Unite and Inspire People Most leaders have worked on strategies and skills in leadership to cultivate an inclusive, innovative, and high-performing culture, while overlooked the power of their speaking voice that could play a key role when engaging, uniting and inspiring people for innovation and high performance. This interactive, practical and fun session dives into the tools and techniques leaders could use when speaking to engage, unite and inspire people. Did you like this session? Share to vote.
Dongmi Choi Senior Manager at Chungbuk Center for Creative Economy and Innovation	Write Now: Breaking Industry Walls with Words Write Now: Breaking Industry Walls with Words begins with a simple idea: writing can carry leaders beyond their industry, open doors to global networks, and expand true influence. For many women in tech, expertise is often boxed in—but writing breaks it open and lets your voice travel across borders. The secret to global recognition? Forget clichés about your field. Show the world your lens—how local realities collide with global shifts—and do it through bold, original content. My own journey proves it. From leading a small nonprofit startup foundation in a… read more
Aseel Addawood KSA leader, EMEA AI Center of Excellence at ORACLE	From Vision to Execution: How Nations Build AI Workforces for the Future This session explores how nations can strategically build and scale AI workforces to sustain innovation and economic growth. Drawing insights from Saudi Arabia’s Vision 2030, it highlights national initiatives that align education, policy, and industry to create an ecosystem of future-ready talent. The discussion will provide a roadmap for governments and organizations to transition from isolated pilots to sustainable, institutionalized AI capability programs. Did you like this session? Share to vote.
Gala Grigoreva CMO at Adsterra	Why Tech Companies Should Hire More Women And Make It A Part Of Their CSR Policy The technology industry has become one of the fastest-growing and most influential industries in the world, with the potential to transform almost every aspect of our lives. Despite the many benefits of technology, there remains a significant gender gap in the industry, with women severely underrepresented in tech roles. In this talk, I will explore the importance of hiring more women in tech and why it should be a part of corporate social responsibility (CSR) initiatives. Also, I will give key strategies for promoting diversity in tech. Did you like this session?… read more
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. Did you like this session? Share to vote.
Puspanjali Sarma Senior Manager - Data and AI at ServiceNow	Why data strategy is important in AI innovation Data strategy is paramount in the realm of AI innovation as it serves as the foundational blueprint that guides the collection, management, and utilization of data to drive intelligent systems. An effective data strategy ensures that the right data is collected, cleansed, and made accessible, thus fostering accurate and reliable AI model training. It enables organizations to make informed decisions, optimize processes, and create innovative AI applications. A well-crafted data strategy addresses ethical considerations, privacy concerns, and regulatory requirements, ensuring responsible and… read more
Vidhi Chugh AI Advisor and Futurist at All About Scale	The Role of Chief AI Officers (CAIOs) in Pioneering GenAI Innovation AI has reshaped the way we comprehend and interact with the world. With the emergent capabilities of Generative AI (GenAI), we are on the cusp of a transformative journey. Times are indeed exciting to innovate the technological potential. But, with unprecedented disruption come unprecedented ethical challenges. Hence, the role of CAIOs is fast emerging to foster innovation and make the most of such revolutionary developments in AI landscape, while safeguarding everyone's interests. Did you like this session? Share to vote.
Megha Kadur Senior Software Engineer at Barracuda Networks	GitOps Dynamics: Navigating the new era of DevOps GitOps enhances the DevOps experience/process. My talk is based on GitOps. I will be explaining GitOps workflow, its use cases and how companies can incorporate GitOps in their organization. I will be giving a small demo on GitOps concept to show how deployment can be done with the use of GitOps. This will help developers, organization and each individual. Did you like this session? Share to vote.
Shweta Sharma Senior engineering manager at Intuit	Mitigating Risk: The Power of FMEA Analysis and Incident Management In this talk Shweta will talk about the scientific method to prevent unknowns that potentially leads to failures sooner or later! Her focus will be in how different contributors participate in this analysis and the role of design in preventing and educating products about customer behavior. Shweta will talk about how to gain insights into system behavior, detect performance bottlenecks, identify anomalies, and respond proactively to incidents, reducing mean time to detect (MTTD) and mean time to resolve (MTTR). It is important for designers and engineers to know… read more
Anukriti Gupta AI Solution Architect	Knowledge Graphs & LLMs: Multi-Hop Question Answering This talk delves into the dynamic intersection of Knowledge Graphs (KGs) and Large Language Models (LLMs), with a specific focus on Multi-Hop Question Answering. Knowledge Graphs provide structured representations of information, while Large Language Models excel in natural language understanding. Combining these technologies opens avenues for addressing complex questions that span multiple pieces of information. The session explores the synergies between KGs and LLMs, highlighting real-world applications and advancements in the realm of multi-hop question answering. Did you like… read more
Namrta Sharma Sr. Principal Solutions Engineer at Cadence Design Systems	How I learnt to "belong" with a team 4000 miles away One of the toughest challenges of remote work is building a rapport with the team members. I recently found myself in a situation, when I was the only team member working in a different geographical location. I found it difficult to "belong" in the team. This session will help the audience understand positive and negative signals from remote team members, and will provide some tools to navigate this challenge to ultimately create success in their workplace. Did you like this session? Share to vote.