Cheryl Bailey
Director
Indigenous Technology
09:20
Opening remarks from the Chair
09:30
The future’s so bright you gotta wear shades; tech entrepreneurship in a post COVID-19 economy
- Launching a tech start-up in a post COVID-19 economy; what do you need to be aware of to stand out from the crowd?
- Understanding the importance of building new mindsets and new ways of doing business
- Connecting future tech entrepreneurs with the resources, funding and support they need to launch their dreams
Maria Calibo-Sales
Founder and Chief Advisor
Calmar Corps
10:00
Leveraging contemporary technology to future proof product development
- Developing a coordinated, focused and strategic element in your innovation teams to harness the intelligence and passion in your department
- Highlighting the role new and emerging technologies play in overcoming a lack of opportunity to experiment with new products
- Embracing new modes of thinking to streamline business transformation and minimise risk exposure
Jacqui Visch
Chief Technology and Data Officer
AMP
10:30
Hop into our interactive virtual networking lounge and make connections with other attendees and speakers
11:00
Ensuring your data capture and delivery mirrors growing consumer demands
- Examining emerging data technology trends and determining what’s next for data capture and analysis
- Aligning data processes to clarify the outcome of organisational goals and projects
- Analysing your existing legacy technology and determining if it’s fit for purpose
Rose Herceg
Chief Strategy Officer
WPP AUNZ
11:30
AI in practice: preparing your organisation for change
- Separating fact from fiction: real world applications for existing AI technology
- Determining existing skill levels of employees and addressing how to plug the gaps
- Analysing the timeframes and costs to adapt and scale automated projects
Rik Johnson
Head of Intelligent Automation
Stellar
12:00
Panel Discussion: Understanding how AI, Automation, Machine Learning and Data work together to deliver your organisation’s mission
- Are we limiting the opportunities and potential benefits of new technology by trying to force it into existing processes and legacy systems?
- How do we develop future capacities where modern and emerging processes work together successfully?
- Preparing for the next influx of tech-powered jobs; what are they and how do we get ready now?
Moderator:
Dr Nandita Sharma
Director – Data Science
Australian Taxation Officer (ATO)
Panellists:
Natasha Huang
Country Manager – ANZ
UBTECH Robotics
Dr Leila Alem
Adjunct Professor – Human Computer Interaction
University of Technology
Nicolene Abrie
Data Science Team Lead
The Yield
12:40
Virtual Roundtables
Join our virtual breakout rooms for a 2-way deep dive into the topic that means the most to you. Choose 2 out of 3, 30 minutes roundtables. BYO bubbles optional!
1. Developing a mentoring program: uncovering the how’s and why’s and what you need to do to get it off the ground
Jane Heynes
Chief Executive Officer, Catador.tech
and Global Director PP&C, Cafeto Software
2. Work and Parenthood: decoding the parent dilemma
Vanessa Doake
Chief People Officer
Art Processors Pty Ltd
3. What makes a good Digital Age Leader?
Cindy Nicholson
Chief Executive Officer
Braintree Pty Ltd
4a. 12:40-13:10 How Data and Automation enhance the user and customer experience
Julia Frayman
Territory Manager – Government & Public Service
Conga
4b. 13:10 – 13:40 Predicting the future of data capture and analysis
Elizabeth Watson
Vice President, International Delivery
Conga
5. Catalyzing Technology and Innovation for Women's Health
Megan Capriccio
Co-Founder
FemTech Collective
13:40
Closing remarks from the chair and end of Women in Tech Fest 2020!