TENTATIVE AGENDA DAY 1: MONDAY 22 MAY 2023

Rise & Shine: Welcome Coffee

Opening ceremony

Ayumi Moore Aoki, Founder and CEO of Women in Tech® Global
Sarah El Haïry, French Minister Secretary of State for the Youth
H.E. Sheikha Bodour Al Qasimi, Chairperson of the Board of Trustees and President of the American University of Sharjah, Chairperson and President of Sharjah Research, Technology and Innovation Park (SRTI Park)

MC’s
David Savage, Group Technology Evangelist at Nash squared
Caroline Codsi, Founder and Chief Equity Officer at Women in Governance

Discussion

Ulrik V. Knudsen, Deputy Secretary-General at OCDE
Dr Christyl Johnson, Deputy Director for Science and Technology Investments at NASA
Moderator: Nadia Mannell, CSO Women in Tech® and Board member, Director of Cardano Foundation Academy

PANEL: Ownership, Entrepreneurship and Investment for women

This panel brings together influential leaders and experts from diverse fields to discuss and address the challenges and opportunities for women in the world of business. The discussion will focus on the current state of women’s entrepreneurship and investment, highlighting the barriers and opportunities for growth and innovation in various industries. The panelists will share their insights and experiences on the importance of ownership, investment, and entrepreneurship for women’s economic empowerment, and explore ways to create a more equitable and inclusive business environment. This thought-provoking and engaging discussion is a must-attend for anyone interested in advancing gender equality in the global economy.

Panelists:

Alia El-Yassir, Regional Director for Europe and Central Asia at UN Women
Chiara Corazza, Private sector representative at G20 EMPOWER Alliance
Nicolas Brien, Chairman at European StartUp Network
Kat Borlongan, Chief Impact Officer at Contentsquare
Vera Futorjanski, CEO & Founder at Veritas Ventures
Moderator: David Savage, Group Technology Evangelist at Nash Squared

Coffee Break

Women in Tech® Africa

Ignite Session : Tech & Arts

Jameka Pankey, Head of Events and Experiential for Artist at Amazon Music

Feminist Diplomacy: Rethinking International Relations through a Gender Lens

The panel will explore the role of feminist principles in shaping international relations and diplomacy. Feminist diplomacy prioritizes gender equality and social justice in foreign policy, challenging traditional power structures and promoting a more inclusive and equitable approach to international relations.
The panelists, including experts in international relations and gender studies, will discuss the importance of feminist diplomacy in addressing global challenges, such as conflict, poverty, and climate change. They will also share insights into successful case studies of feminist diplomacy in practice, highlighting the benefits of a gender-sensitive approach to foreign policy. 

Panelists

Aviva Steinberger, Director of Innovation Diplomacy at Start-up Nation Central
Teuta Sahatqija, Ex-Consul General Republic of Kosovo in NY, former Deputy Minister of Foreign Affairs, Women in Tech® Kosovo Chapter Ambassador
Dona Raz, Head of Public Affairs, Emerging Markets Google
Moderator: Chiedo Nwankwor, Vice Dean John Hopskins University, School of Advanced International studies (SAIS)

Talk: How to seed an Interspecies Economy

Cecilia Tham, Co-founder and Director Futurity Systems

Oxford Style Debate : ” The Metaverse will be a catalyst for gender equality”

Marisa Monteiro, CLO, Head of Public Policy and Governance Affairs – Board Member Women in Tech® Global
Grégoire Miot, President at European Legal Technology Association (ELTA)
Leanne Elliott Yount, Ceo Co-founder Institute of Digital Fashion
Amy Peck, CEO at EndeavorXR

Women in Tech® Announcement – HQ in the Metaverse

Sebastien Borget, COO and Cofounder Sandbox
Ayumi Moore Aoki,Founder and CEO Women in Tech® Global
Marie Franville, Co-Founder and CEO Nabiya Studio

Networking Lunch

Artistic performance – STEM from Dance

STEM From Dance is transforming the STEM field by empowering girls of color with the know-how, experience, and confidence to dream big in STEM — all through the power of dance.

Industry 5.0 – Responsible Digital Innovation & Transformation

Dr. Saman Sarbazvatan
COO & Vice Dean of Ecole des Ponts Business School of ENPC – ParisTech
Chair of Harvard European Chapter of Microeconomics of Competitiveness

Industry 5.0 is the Responsible Reincarnation of Industrialization toward Socioenvironmental Prosperity. There are two Megatrends that are restructuring the fabric of our businesses, societies, and markets, and redefining competitiveness across all sectors. The Dual Transition of Digital and Responsible Economies (the 2 megatrends) toward Industry 5.0 is giving rise to substantial enabling and disruptive forces across sectors, with a wide array of purpose-driven innovation opportunities.

What is Her Story in the Making of the upcoming digitally empowered responsible businesses, markets, and societies of Industry 5.0?

Panel: Leveraging Technology for Achieving Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs)

The Sustainable Development Goals are a blueprint for creating a better and more sustainable future for all. With technology evolving at a rapid pace, we have the opportunity to use it as a tool for achieving these goals. The panelists will discuss how technology can be leveraged to drive progress towards the SDGs, including poverty eradication, access to education, health and well-being, gender equality, and environmental sustainability.

Panelists:

Hussain Al Mahmoudi, CEO of Sharjah Research Technology Innovation Park
Mirna Arif, Managing Director at Microsoft Egypt
Viviantie Sarjuni, Chairperson, Sabah Technology Development and Innovation Council
Nuno Barbosa, Chief Executive Officer at BI4ALL
Sarah Müller, CCO Zolar
Moderator: Dr Christyl Johnson, Deputy Director for Science and Technology Investments at NASA

Blockchain between Technology and Finance

Massimo Morini, Chief Economist Officer at Algorand Foundation

Women Leading the Way in Web3: Exploring the Future of Decentralized Technologies

Join us for an exciting panel discussion as we explore the future of decentralized technologies and the important role that women are playing in shaping the industry. Our panel of experts will discuss the opportunities and challenges facing women in the web3 space, and share insights on how we can create a more diverse and inclusive ecosystem. From blockchain to cryptocurrency, decentralized finance to NFTs, our panelists will provide a comprehensive overview of the latest trends and innovations in web3, and discuss how women can get involved and lead the way. Don’t miss this chance to hear from some of the most influential women in tech as we explore the limitless potential of web3!
Akio Tanaka, Partner & Co-founder of Headline VC
Amy Peck, CEO at EndeavorXR
Leanne Elliott Yount, Ceo Co-founder Institute of Digital Fashion
Dr. Anino Emuwa, Managing Director at Avandis Consulting
Moderator: Janna Salokangas, Co-founder of Mission Impact Academy

Ignite Talk: Four Attributes Every Resilient Leader Needs to Succeed

Stephenie Rodriguez, Founder and CEO at Jozu for Women Inc | WanderSafe

Energy Break

Women in Tech® APAC Highlights

Yuki Aizawa, Chapter Ambassador Malaysia
Enkhsaikhan Vicky, Mongolia Chapter Ambassador

Keynote: “HERstory Unleashed: Empowering Global Change Through Personal Narratives”

In this inspiring and transformative keynote, renowned speaker Modupé Congleton shares her journey from humble beginnings to global impact in the world of technology, becoming a leading voice for diversity, equity, and inclusion. Modupé will weave her own “HERstory” with the powerful narratives of girls and women from around the globe, showcasing the strength, resilience, and ingenuity that can drive change. By highlighting personal stories, she will illuminate the importance of commitment, solidarity, and shared growth, providing a blueprint for audience members to shape their own stories into forces for good.

Modupe Congleton, Global Head of DEI for Amazon Stores

Panel: Navigating Diversity and Inclusion in a Global Workforce

As workplaces become increasingly global, diversity and inclusion have become more important than ever. This panel brings together experts in the field to explore the challenges and opportunities that arise when working with diverse teams from different cultures and backgrounds. From addressing unconscious biases to implementing inclusive practices, panelists will share their experiences and insights on how to navigate diversity and inclusion in a global workforce.

Panelists

Arne Benzin, Chief People & Culture Officer at Allianz Technology
Caroline Ramade, Founder and CEO 50 in Tech
Liz Gebhard, Head of DE&I at Amazon International Stores
Moderator: Nyla-Beth Gawel, President, NBG Strategy Consulting

Fireside chat with Judith Wunschik, Chief Cybersecurity Officer at Siemens Energy

Moderator: Caroline Codsi, Founder and Chief Equity Officer at Women in Governance

AI Ethics and Policy Making: Balancing Innovation and Responsibility

Conversationalists will explore the ethical and policy implications of artificial intelligence (AI) in today’s rapidly evolving technological landscape. As AI continues to transform industries and society as a whole, it is essential to ensure that it is developed and deployed in a responsible and ethical manner. They will address the ethical considerations of AI, including issues of bias, transparency, privacy, and security as well as the role of policymakers in establishing regulations and guidelines that promote responsible AI development and use.

Conversationists

Yam Atir, VP Strategy & Policy at Start-up Nation Policy Institute
Behshad Behzadi, Vice President of Engineering at Google
Amaanie Hakim, Vice President – Innovation at IDEMIA
Yvette Ramos, President of Womenvai

Closing Day 1

Isabelle Rome, French Minister of Gender Equality, Diversity and Equal Opportunities
Ayumi Moore Aoki, Founder and CEO Women in Tech® Global

Gala Dinner – Moulin Rouge

Community Partners