2023 Roundtables

Synopsis:This session covers the uncomfortable topic of conflict in the workplace. Regardless of your career level, this is something everyone will come across at some point in their working life. This session will teach you how to overcome conflict through relationship building, by focusing inwards before building outwards.

Change is a constant in our lives, but some changes can make life very uncomfortable. When multiple people around you are experiencing the same state of flux, how do you use that space of discomfort to create positive energy? The speaker’s goal is to give you some practical tools to help move you through the change curve, whilst addressing conflict with those around you.

Target Audience: Women in Tech

Qualifications: Open to all

Speakers:

Click here to express your interest in attending Capital One’s roundtable (please note this is not a confirmation).

Synopsis: What next for the Future of work?

In the ever-evolving realm of technology, what does the future hold for specific skillsets and Job Profiles? How do we adapt both as a company & individual to the impact of automation, artificial intelligence, and technology on job roles and skill requirements? Join us for a lively discussion, as we explore the future of work, emerging skills and job roles in fields such as AI, blockchain, cybersecurity, and more. Plus, strategies for reskilling and upskilling the workforce to adapt to changing job demands.

Target Audience: This session is targeted at:

• GTM Sales & Sales Engineering type job titles
• People looking to move into or have an interest in sales
• Early – mid career
• Generative AI interest
• Interested in Dell Technologies

Qualifications: Degree level is ideal but not essential. Sales experience.

Moderator: Stephanie Marshall-Conn, Talent Acquisition Consultant, Dell Technologies

Speakers:

Rebecca Dunn – Talent Acquisition, Dell Technologies

Angela Cross – UK Sales Director – Central Government, Defence & National Security, Dell Technologies

Amy Clifton – Senior Systems Engineer, Dell Technologies

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Synopsis: Change is the only constant in our lives and as leaders our ability to navigate and guide our teams through change is pivotal to our success and ensure we not only survive but thrive in the face of change.

Rebecca was Group General Counsel at Thomas Cook during a period of immense challenge, culminating in the company’s insolvency.  She is now Group Legal Director at Vodafone, at a time when the company is going through a significant transformation.

Drawing inspiration from her experience at these companies, Rebecca will discuss the lessons she learnt on effective leadership during times of change, and in the case of Thomas Cook, crisis.

Target Audience: Anyone in business.  Of particular interest to those in leadership roles or those with experience of companies in financial difficulties

Qualifications: Open to all.

Speaker:

Rebecca Symondson –  Group Legal Director for Corporate, Commercial and Compliance,  Vodafone Group Plc

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Synopsis: A number of our Thales experts will host a roundtable discussion, focused on the barriers faced by women when trying to advance in both the technical specialist and technical leadership positions. The experts will draw from their personal experiences and share how Thales has supported them throughout their careers in the STEM sector. The roundtable encourages open dialogue to drive positive change within the industry.

Target Audience: Women in Tech

Qualifications: Open to all, a technical background is good but not essential

Speakers:

Claire Johnson – Head of Engineering, Thales

Kate Heathcote –  Principle Systems Engineer, Thales

Ify Okolie – Product Safety Manager & EDI Network Development Lead, Thales

Lilly Rickenback – IVVQ Manager, Thales

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Synopsis: How can we continue to win and evolve business in the digital age? Join our Visa panel of experts as they discuss how businesses are constantly having to evolve to stay up to date, what role commercial professionals play, and what Visa are doing to upskill their colleagues to ensure they’re at the forefront of innovation.

Target Audience:

• Consultants
• Account Executives
• Business Development Professionals.

Qualifications: Open to all, commercial experience is ideal but not required.

Speakers: 

Olga Ovchinnikova – VP, Head of Business Development UK&I, Visa

Ksenia Agadzhanova  – Global Fintech Sr. Director, Visa

Synopsis:We will explore what lies at the heart of imposter syndrome, how businesses can help to alleviate it, and how it can be harnessed to your advantage. Discover how to build a thriving career despite personal doubt, and develop enduring self belief, whilst recognising the difference between imposter syndrome and other factors, such as workplace bias and essential learning experiences.

Target Audience:

• Senior Sales
• Public Safety or Technology Backgrounds

Qualifications: Open to all

Speakers:

Carole Lawrence –  HR Director, Motorola Solutions

Fergus Mayne –  UKI Country Manager and Head of Sales, Motorola Solutions

Laura Browning – Channel Sales Lead, Motorola Solutions

Click here to express your interest in attending Motorola Solution’s roundtable (please note this is not a confirmation).

Synopsis: Do you ever wonder how leaders have navigated their career paths to achieve success? Join Hitachi Solutions Europe for an insightful session as we delve into the three critical pillars that drive success.

Supported by our panel of accomplished women leaders, we will shed light on how they have leveraged their support networks to overcome obstacles and excel in their careers.

This session will encourage you to identify growth opportunities and develop the skills and mindset necessary for achieving long-term success. Whilst emphasising the significance of mentorship in fostering professional growth, leading to increased recognition, and opportunities. By sharing inspirational stories of resilience and perseverance, we aim to empower attendees with actionable strategies to tackle obstacles head-on and thrive.

Target Audience:

• Job seekers or people interested in IT Consulting
• Women in Tech (any attendees with experience or interest in cloud solutions, ERP technology, Data & Analytics etc.)
• Women in Consulting (any attendees with experience or interest in IT Consulting, Project Management, Business Development, Service Delivery and Customer Success)
• Attendees that would like to learn more about our consulting business (Business Networking)

Seeking those with:

• Hands-on mentality
• Consulting experience preferred
• IT affinity: ERP, Cloud Solutions, Data & Analytics

Speakers:

Yasmina Passeri – Senior Project Manager, Hitachi Solutions Europe.

Michelle Maden – Senior Vice President of Strategic Accounts, Hitachi Solutions Europe.

Jessica Roybal – Solution Director, Hitachi Solutions Europe.

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Synopsis: Upward v downward feedback, positive v negative feedback, giving v receiving feedback and how to ask for feedback. Maria Grigorieva, an expert in large-scale transformations and Accenture Managing Director with more than 25 years’ experience will lead an insightful roundtable discussion to share her perspectives on the crucial role feedback plays in advancing one’s career and developing successful solutions for your clients, in the ever-evolving field of technology. Feedback is the compass of personal and professional growth. In technology, where innovation is constant, feedback helps us adapt and improve. It can be from colleagues, clients, or users. Embrace it.

Target Audience: Experienced female job seekers in Technology

Qualifications:

• No specific industry knowledge is required but experience in Health and Public Services is in demand
• No specific tech skill is required to attend the session, but we have demand for software engineering (specifically cyber-informed engineering), security and SAP

Speakers:

Maria Grigorieva – Managing Director, UKI, Accenture Technology

Laura Jamieson – UKI Experience Hire Inclusion and Diversity Lead, Accenture UK

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