Sessions: WomenTech Global Conference

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Tara Hernandez Vice President Developer Productivity at MongoDB	Building High-Performing Developer Teams: Insights on Leadership and Inclusion Link to presentation: https://docs.google.com/presentation/d/1JaLo0OwyGpezBW6-6GG8fS5WUMql011wXtWFqqdHTgA/edit?usp=sharing In today’s AI-driven landscape, building high-performing developer teams is more critical than ever for staying competitive, let alone afloat. Yet, the key to true team success lies beyond technical skills—it requires strong leadership and a commitment to inclusion. Tara Hernandez, VP of Developer Productivity at MongoDB, will share why inclusive leadership has been essential for sustaining a productive developer culture at MongoDB. As a… read more
Mary Nielsen Senior Manager, Solutions Architecture at Amazon Web Services	Unlock the Power of AI with Real-Time Serverless Chatbot In this hands-on builders' session, build a serverless, real-time chat experience with a virtual assistant. Dive deep into serverless, real-time APIs powered by AWS AppSync, AWS Lambda, and Amazon Bedrock. Explore how to leverage these APIs to build cutting-edge generative AI applications. Leave with practical skills for building scalable, cost-effective, real-time APIs that seamlessly integrate your generative AI models. Gain firsthand experience constructing an immersive chat experience enhanced by AI capabilities. Did you like this session? Share to vote.
Christine Soussa Global Client Director, Global Sales - Equinix	Art of Negotiation Negotiation is a collaborative process with understanding at the core. For many the word negotiation can spark unease. However, when approached and managed appropriately, negotiation can produce incredibly powerful results impacting how individuals and organizations communicate, live and do business. Now more than ever, in a world of constant change, the art of negotiation is critical. Negotiations are not linear, they include many players and dynamics. Along with the importance of strategy and tactics, this session will focus on the importance of collaboration, empathy and understanding… read more
Tiffany Rosik CEO at TGR Management Consulting LLC	That's Not the Help I Need - Real Talk for Women About Winning at Work That’s Not the Help I Need: Real Talk for Women About Winning at Work is especially relevant for women navigating work, family, and personal life in today’s workforce. Tiffany Rosik, a seasoned tech strategist and change-maker, skips the generic corporate rhetoric and shares her advice on everything from negotiating for better salary and compensation to performance reviews that resonate and dealing with the realities of being a working mother in the workplace. Did you like this session? Share to vote.
Lynell Green CEO at The Lynell Group, Inc	Audacious Leadership - Owning your voice and your genius Everyone can be an audacious leader. Your leadership should reflect your unique voice and life experiences. Audacious leadership is meant to be authentic, and it refers to a style of leadership characterized by bold, daring, and innovative approaches to achieving goals and driving change. Leaders who exhibit audacious leadership often take significant risks, challenge conventional wisdom, and inspire others to think and act outside the box. The audacious leader is not reckless or careless but is willing to do the strategic thinking planning and execution to build a framework… read more
Anupama TOSHNIWAL Principal Engineer at Qualcomm Inc	Courageous Leadership: Make Speaking Up Non-Negotiable Drawing on personal experiences from leading cross-functional teams at Qualcomm, Intel, Broadcom and Cisco, Anupama Toshniwal will highlight why making speaking up non-negotiable is crucial for driving innovation, individual and business success in male-dominated and technical fields like semiconductors and in big corporate cultures. This talk will focus on practical strategies for women engineers to assert their ideas confidently, build leadership presence, and drive influence in corporate settings through strategic communication and thrive from showing up authentically at work. The… read more
Elif Tekerlekci Software Engineer at Meta	How to accelerate your career as a woman technologist I will be discussing the steps and strategies for my career growth, specifically how to become a Senior Software Engineer at Meta through the Pathway program. I will also share practices that can be applied by other female Computer Scientists (or anyone) and provide tips on how to deal with Imposture Syndrome as a woman in tech. Additionally, I will discuss how to use your persona to accelerate your career. Did you like this session? Share to vote.
Layla Shaikley Co-Founder at Wise Systems	Climbing the broken rung: How to fast-track your way to leadership when the numbers are against you There have been more U.S. presidents named John than women presidents in total. In 2020, more business books were published by men named John than by all women combined. Until 2023, there were more Fortune 500 CEOs named John than there were female CEOs altogether. I have nothing against men named John, but these patterns reflect the broader reality of executive leadership. While women make up 50% of the entry-level workforce, only 29% hold C-suite positions—and just 7% of those women are women of color (McKinsey). In a world where leadership opportunities… read more
Richa Khandelwal Director of Engineering at HubSpot	Staying Technical as Engineering Managers In this talk I will share tips on staying technical as engineering managers without losing sight of your people management responsibilities. I will also share why senior leaders should care about technical skills of their managers and how they can support them. Did you like this session? Share to vote.
Titania Richard VP Enterprise Applications at Extreme Networks	Trailblazing Transformation: Building Future-Ready Businesses In an era of constant disruption, steering organizations through change has become one of the most pressing challenges for today’s tech leaders. From integrating AI to streamlining operations to unifying disparate teams for cohesive product development, companies are compelled to embrace rapid adaptation to achieve objectives and make an impact. As new technologies continuously reshape the landscape, leaders must navigate complex organizational shifts, break down silos, and foster innovation that keeps their businesses both competitive and future-ready. Who is best positioned to drive this… read more
Aysha Khan CISO and CIO at Treasure Data	Inward to Upward: Unleash Your Full Leadership Potential True leadership begins with an inward journey. By understanding ourselves—our values, strengths, and purpose—we unlock the ability to lead others with authenticity and impact. This transformative approach demonstrates how self-discovery can become a catalyst for extraordinary leadership. When leaders commit to personal growth, they naturally inspire those around them to aim higher, dream bigger, and achieve more. Additionally, this discussion will emphasize the importance of focusing on the portfolio of impact rather than merely adhering to a checklist mindset for leaders. Did you… read more
Sweta Kale Sr. Director, Software Engineering at NetApp, Inc	From Dataset to Decision Maker: Women Leading AI "The future of AI is only as bright as the diversity of those who shape it." Women's representation in AI leadership roles remains alarmingly low. According to a recent study by World Economic Forum, only 22% of AI leadership positions are held by women. This underrepresentation limits the potential of AI to address societal challenges and create a more equitable future. This session aims to inspire and empower women to break down barriers and take charge in AI. By highlighting the contributions of successful women leaders and addressing common challenges faced… read more
SANGEETHA RAJKUMAR Senior TPM at Microsoft	Building Automated Cloud Products Talk about different types of cloud deployments and what it takes to be a successful cloud PM Did you like this session? Share to vote.
Nancy Coblenz COO at Stellenium	Building Ecosystems: How Women in AI Are Shaping the Future of Data Centers Join Nancy Coblenz, a first-generation Egyptian-American and globally recognized COO of Stellenium, as she delves into the transformative power of AI-powered data centers and the pivotal role women in technology are playing in shaping the future of global digital ecosystems. In this engaging session, Nancy will draw upon her engagement in building environmentally sustainable and scalable data centers across emerging markets, including Southeast Asia, LATAM, India and Africa. Her work bridges the intersection of cutting-edge technology and societal impact, demonstrating how women can lead the… read more
Aditi Godbole Senior Data Scientist	Synthetic Data and Augmentation Strategies for Businesses In this session, we will explore how synthetic data generation and data augmentation techniques are revolutionizing enterprise data strategies. Many businesses today want to make data-driven decisions but face challenges like privacy concerns, limited data availability, or unbalanced datasets; these issues can hinder the development of robust machine learning models. We'll examine how recent advancements in synthetic data and augmentation methods offer promising solutions. Our discussion will cover techniques for generating realistic, diverse datasets that mimic real-world data, helping… read more
Randi Weitzman Career and Hiring Expert at Robert Half	Hopelessly Remoted to You: Achieving Success with Distributed Teams With demand for hybrid and remote employment growing across the tech industry, companies are tasked with adapting to this evolving work environment. Studies find 28% of tech companies are now offering hybrid roles, while 18% are offering fully remote positions. While this shift is offering the flexibility and work-life balance that many employees desire, it is not without its challenges. "Hopelessly Remoted to You: Achieving Success with Distributed Teams" looks at how companies can succeed in today's remote and hybrid tech environment. Presented by Randi Weitzman, branch… read more
Dionne Mejer Founder at Revenue by Design	How to Lead with Soul ™ The Seven Pillars to Successfully Lead your Team Gallup's recent findings show a startling reality: only about 22% of employees feel engaged at work, with a significant portion expressing distrust towards management. Even more alarming, approximately 56% of sales reps fail to meet their targets. In my keynote, "Lead with Soul™," I'll delve into the roots of this pervasive lack of trust and engagement, and more importantly, what can be done to turn the tide. Drawing from my proven Lead with Soul™ methodology, I'll outline practical strategies to foster an inspiring and motivating environment for your team. Through… read more
Parul Gupta Engineer	Unlocking Your Inner Tech Rockstar: A Woman's Guide to Becoming a Software Influencer Are you ready to amplify your voice and accelerate your career? As a woman in technology, becoming a software influencer can be intimidating, challenging and also a game-changer. We all know when to start -- START RIGHT AWAY! But how? In this talk, I will reminiscent my past experiences - the myths vs realities and the things I wish I knew sooner. We will explore the strategies and tactics to help overcome imposter syndrome, build your personal brand, and establish yourself as a thought leader in the tech community. Come and learn about what helped me pace my… read more
Niti Jain Lead Software Engineer at Salesforce	Scaling Microservices: Mastering Zero-Downtime Data Migration Data and traffic migration is a critical yet often overlooked challenge in modern distributed systems that can make or break an organization's technological resilience. In an era where every minute of downtime translates to potential revenue loss, security vulnerabilities, and eroded user trust, the ability to seamlessly transition data without interruption has become a strategic imperative.This presentation unveils the intricate dance of migrating complex infrastructures—a process that demands surgical precision, advanced architectural patterns, and a deep understanding of distributed… read more
Swetha Kolli Regional Leader - Service Delivery and Customer Experience at Palo Alto Networks	The Many Paths: Pivot, Grow and Specialize in Post-sales In the rapidly evolving world of technology and customer experience, post-sales technical roles have emerged as powerful engines of growth, innovation, and customer loyalty. Yet, these career paths are often overlooked or misunderstood. In this session, we’ll demystify the world of post-sales-exploring roles like Solutions Architecture, Customer Engineering and Technical Account Management-and reveal how they drive real impact for both companies and customers. We'll discuss skillsets, practical stratgies of building these capabiltiies and the many directions your post-… read more