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Wednesday, April 23
 

10:00am PDT

Demystifying Generative AI
Wednesday April 23, 2025 10:00am - 11:30am PDT
1915 Terry Ave, Seattle, WA 98101, USA
In this session, you learn about one of the hottest topics in the world of data science, generative AI. This session helps you to understand the technologies that make generative AI possible. You will be introduced to Artificial Intelligence (AI), Machine Learning (ML), and generative AI.

Speakers
avatar for Deborah Williams

Deborah Williams

Technical Trainer, Amazon Web Services (AWS)
Technical training and implementations leader with strong experience overseeing and developing technical programs including strategy and training for process improvement initiatives, system upgrades/integrations, staff development, risk mitigation, and customer implementations. I... Read More →
Sponsors
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AWS Skills Center Seattle

AWS Skills Center Seattle is a free training center for anyone in the Seattle community who is curious about cloud computing and future job possibilities in the cloud. The center is designed to help people with little to no technology background.Access fun and engaging cloud skills... Read More →
Wednesday April 23, 2025 10:00am - 11:30am PDT
AWS Skills Center Seattle
  Tech Mavens

10:00am PDT

From Code to Canvas — Byte-Sized Tech LIMITED
Wednesday April 23, 2025 10:00am - 11:30am PDT
1915 Terry Ave, Seattle, WA 98101, USA
How can we describe a picture or drawing in a manner that allows someone or something else to draw it? How can we create complex drawings with simple instructions? In this workshop, we will make use of turtle graphics—a method for developing virtual graphics—to explore basic concepts of computer science and programming and discover how to be an artist by writing code. No coding experience required.
Speakers
avatar for Bruce Maxwell

Bruce Maxwell

Teaching Professor and Assistant Director for Computing Programs, Northeastern University Seattle
Bruce Maxwell is a visiting teaching professor and director of computing programs at the Roux Institute at Northeastern University’s campus in Portland, Maine. He earned both his bachelor’s degrees in political science and engineering from Swarthmore College, his master of philosophy... Read More →
Wednesday April 23, 2025 10:00am - 11:30am PDT
AWS Skills Center Seattle
  Tech Mavens

12:00pm PDT

The Choppy Waters of Respect LIMITED
Wednesday April 23, 2025 12:00pm - 1:15pm PDT
1915 Terry Ave, Seattle, WA 98101, USA
 What is the difference between “disrespect” vs. “lack of respect”?  What happens when people define “respect” differently? How do you ask for respect in the forms that matter to you? Julie Pham, PhD, the CEO of CuriosityBased, will introduce participants to the 7 Forms of Respect, a communication framework. In this 90-min workshop, Dr. Pham will be interviewed about the 7 Forms of Respect framework followed by open Q & A. Participants will engage in two small group breakouts and get to practice what you learned.
Speakers
avatar for Julie Pham, PhD

Julie Pham, PhD

CEO, CuriosityBased
Dr. Julie Pham founded CuriosityBased to help people practice curiosity in the world, starting in the workplace. She wrote the #1 Amazon New Release and Bestseller 7 Forms of Respect: A Guide to Transforming Your Communication and Relationships at Work and gave a TEDx talk on ... Read More →
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Brandie Henry

Founder/Principal Product Manager, S4S Management
Brandie Henry is a dynamic Entrepreneur, Principal Product Manager, and creative leader based in Seattle, blending over a decade of technical expertise with a deep passion for the arts and youth development. In March, she launched S4S Management, LLC , a business dedicated to enabling... Read More →
Wednesday April 23, 2025 12:00pm - 1:15pm PDT
AWS Skills Center Seattle
  Adapt & Thrive

12:00pm PDT

Intro to Machine Learning — Byte-Sized Tech
Wednesday April 23, 2025 12:00pm - 1:15pm PDT
1915 Terry Ave, Seattle, WA 98101, USA
No matter your industry, machine learning is revolutionizing the way we think about our future tools. In this workshop, you will learn the basic concepts and techniques of machine learning, including supervised and unsupervised learning, linear regression, decision trees, and neural networks. You will also get hands-on experience with popular machine learning tools and frameworks such as Python, scikit-learn, and TensorFlow. By the end of the workshop, you will have a taste of how machine learning works and how it can be applied to real-world problems.



Speakers
avatar for Bruce Maxwell

Bruce Maxwell

Teaching Professor and Assistant Director for Computing Programs, Northeastern University Seattle
Bruce Maxwell is a visiting teaching professor and director of computing programs at the Roux Institute at Northeastern University’s campus in Portland, Maine. He earned both his bachelor’s degrees in political science and engineering from Swarthmore College, his master of philosophy... Read More →
Wednesday April 23, 2025 12:00pm - 1:15pm PDT
AWS Skills Center Seattle
  Tech Mavens

1:30pm PDT

👟 Walky Talky LIMITED
Wednesday April 23, 2025 1:30pm - 2:00pm PDT
1915 Terry Ave, Seattle, WA 98101, USA
LET’S GO FOR A “WALKY TALKY” TOGETHER. 👟 We pair you with other walkers to help each other unstick something about their professional or personal lives. Nothing’s off limits here.

The goal is simple: To move your body to fuel your mind, connect more fully with yourself—and others—by connecting with the world outside. Studies show you’re twice as creative while out walking as you are slumped behind your desk. And you need those big ideas to make the most of your big life.

Rain or Shine ☂️☀️
Speakers
avatar for Marta Abel

Marta Abel

People and Operations Strategist, Consultant
People & Operations Strategist | Program Manager | Culture and Future of Work | Community Builder & Virtual Facilitation
Sponsors
avatar for Women in Tech®

Women in Tech®

Women in Tech® Global is the world’s leading organization dedicated to closing the gender gap and empowering women to embrace technology. Headquartered in Paris, it is a global movement with chapters in 54 countries across six continents, and a thriving membership of over 250,000... Read More →
Wednesday April 23, 2025 1:30pm - 2:00pm PDT
AWS Skills Center Seattle
  Walky Talky

2:00pm PDT

📓 Co-Journaling: Write, Reflect, Connect
Wednesday April 23, 2025 2:00pm - 3:15pm PDT
200 8th Ave N, Seattle, WA 98109, USA
Grab a seat with a partner, bring your journal (or just some paper), and get ready for a fresh take on reflection. We’ll provide fun and thought-provoking prompts to get the ideas flowing—write for 10 minutes, then share what feels right. No pressure, just a chance to spark inspiration, focus your thoughts, and build a little accountability along the way.
Speakers
avatar for Lindi Tardif

Lindi Tardif

Chapter Director, WOMEN IN TECH®USA
Slalomer. Bestselling Tech Author. Women in Tech (Seattle) Co-Lead. Tech Founder. Ex-Amazon.
Sponsors
avatar for Women in Tech®

Women in Tech®

Women in Tech® Global is the world’s leading organization dedicated to closing the gender gap and empowering women to embrace technology. Headquartered in Paris, it is a global movement with chapters in 54 countries across six continents, and a thriving membership of over 250,000... Read More →
Wednesday April 23, 2025 2:00pm - 3:15pm PDT
Parkview Event Space
  Connection Engineer Events

2:00pm PDT

Building Inclusive Tech Requires Building Inclusive Teams
Wednesday April 23, 2025 2:00pm - 3:15pm PDT
200 8th Ave N, Seattle, WA 98109, USA
Great tech doesn’t build itself—it takes diverse teams with bold ideas and open minds. But how do you create an environment where every voice is heard and innovation thrives?

Join us to explore how to foster inclusivity, challenge assumptions, and break down barriers that hold teams back. Walk away with strategies to boost collaboration, creativity, and impact—whether you’re leading the charge or contributing from the deck.

Let’s move beyond buzzwords and make inclusivity the anchor of great teams.
Moderators
avatar for Julie Pham, PhD

Julie Pham, PhD

CEO, CuriosityBased
Dr. Julie Pham founded CuriosityBased to help people practice curiosity in the world, starting in the workplace. She wrote the #1 Amazon New Release and Bestseller 7 Forms of Respect: A Guide to Transforming Your Communication and Relationships at Work and gave a TEDx talk on ... Read More →
Speakers
avatar for Julie Baker

Julie Baker

Senior Director, Employee Experience, Siteimprove
Julie connects the dots between people, teams, and business goals. She helps organizations create work experiences that are both effective and fulfilling by building thoughtful, people-first approaches grounded in research and real-world experience.   Julie has a Masters of Organization... Read More →
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Ingrid Iradukunda

Global Employee Engagement PM, Amazon
I'm passionate about uncovering and sharing powerful stories that inspire and empower. Through "Route to Leadership," I spotlight remarkable individuals, bringing their journeys and insights to light.My mission is to ignite motivation and provide valuable lessons for aspiring leaders... Read More →
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Sabra Schneider

Chief Information Officer, City of Bellevue, Washington
Sabra Schneider, named one of the top 25 Doers, Dreamers, and Drivers in 2024 from Government Technology Magazine, currently serves as the Chief Information Officer for the City of Bellevue, Washington. Bellevue consistently ranks in the top five digital cities in the country.  Sabra... Read More →
Wednesday April 23, 2025 2:00pm - 3:15pm PDT
Parkview Event Space
  Inclusive Culture

3:30pm PDT

🌊 Navigating the Tides: Assembling Teams That Get the Job Done
Wednesday April 23, 2025 3:30pm - 5:00pm PDT
200 8th Ave N, Seattle, WA 98109, USA
What does it really take to build a team that works—especially when the waters get rough? In this session, we’ll explore how to bring together diverse individuals, align them around a common purpose, and keep things moving even when leadership is unclear or systems feel broken.

Moderators
avatar for Katie Mooney

Katie Mooney

Managing Director, Head of Diversity Best Practices at Seramount, Seramount
Katie Oertil Mooney is Managing Director of Diversity Best Practices at Seramount. She is an accomplished DEI leader and thought partner with expertise in driving strategy and growth of diversity and inclusion change management, planning and programs. Prior to joining Seramount, she... Read More →
Speakers
avatar for Jane Bove

Jane Bove

Principal Program Manager, Microsoft - Experience and Devices Division
A "people first" Principal Program Manager, with a demonstrated history of managing complex strategic initiatives. Skilled in partnerships and managing across multi-functional teams. Accomplished at the intersection of technology and business with working experience from startups... Read More →
avatar for Vanessa Mai

Vanessa Mai

Managing Director / Commercial Real Estate CDO, JPMorgan Chase
Vanessa Mai oversees the data management and planning for the thousands of commercial real estate projects that JPMorgan Chase lends on each year. She moves mountains of data points into actionable insights for JPMorgan Chase's sales, marketing credit and finance teams, influencing... Read More →
avatar for Sid Mathur

Sid Mathur

Partner, Group Product Manager, Microsoft
Product and technology leader with a track record of innovation, business results, building high-performing teams. Proven success in strategy, product vision, scaling services, driving operational efficiencies. Expertise in applying AI towards product making, customer support, customer... Read More →
Wednesday April 23, 2025 3:30pm - 5:00pm PDT
Parkview Event Space
  Leadership
 
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