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Monday, April 28
 

10:00am PDT

Dev Speed Unlocked: Real Talk on AI and Software Efficiency
Monday April 28, 2025 10:00am - 11:30am PDT
What happens when AI joins your dev team? This panel explores the real-world impact of AI on the software development lifecycle—cutting friction, speeding up delivery, and reshaping team roles. Speakers from across industries will share tools and strategies for building better, faster, and smarter. Not theory—real stories from the trenches.
Moderators
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Caitlin Rollman

Co-Founder and CEO, Talvita
Caitlin Rollman is the co-founder and CEO of Talvita, a company on a mission to unlock the future of work—through better career development, one person at a time. Prior to founding Talvita, Caitlin spent 15 years building Enterprise SaaS products at Microsoft and Highspot, where... Read More →
Speakers
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Manisha Srinivasan

Lead Software Engineer, Parametric
Full-stack Engineer and AI Developer. Strong engineering professional with a Bachelor of Science (B.S.) focused in Physics and Mathematics from The Johns Hopkins University. My background includes experience in academic and medical research as well as enterprise software developm... Read More →
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Ashley Hansen

Director Of Engineering, Nordstrom
Bio is coming soon.
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Nirmala Sistla

Managing Director, Head of Data & Analytics Platforms for Consumer & Commercial Banking, JPMorgan Chase & Co
Seasoned product and technical executive with strong track record of building and leading large multi-regional organizations to deliver innovative products & business-critical services to delight customers. Passionate about hiring and developing leaders, identifying and solving strategic... Read More →
Sponsors
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JPMorganChase

With a history tracing its roots to 1799 in New York City, JPMorganChase is one of the world's oldest, largest, and best-known financial institutions—carrying forth the innovative spirit of our heritage firms in global operations across 100 markets. We serve millions of customers... Read More →
Monday April 28, 2025 10:00am - 11:30am PDT
UW Medicine SLU campus - Building C 439 8th Ave N, Seattle, WA 98109

2:30pm PDT

Breaking Into Tech with Ada Developers Academy
Monday April 28, 2025 2:30pm - 4:00pm PDT
Tech can feel like a locked room—but Ada Developers Academy is handing out keys. Whether you're shifting careers, re-entering the workforce, or just starting to upskill, this session is for anyone looking to get a real foothold in the industry.

Hear from Ada grads and early-career pros as they share what it really takes to break into tech. We’ll explore how to turn a nontraditional background into a strength, grow your network from the ground up, and tap into the kind of community that helps you not just break in—but thrive.

You’ll walk away with practical tips, inspiring stories, and the confidence to take your next step in tech—whatever it looks like.
Speakers
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Ana Parada Mar

Technical Program Manager, Microsoft
Ana Parada Mar is a proud immigrant from Mexico who has called the Pacific Northwest home for over twenty years. Her career began in education and nonprofit spaces, where she held impactful roles at organizations like Fred Hutch Cancer Center—serving as Program Manager in the Office... Read More →
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Dana Rocha

Data Analyst, Allen Institute
Dana is a data analyst at the Allen Institute, where she specializes in data pipeline automation to support scientific teams within the Allen Institute for Brain Science. She is passionate about diversity and inclusion, and leads the Allen Institute’s Women in Tech employee resource... Read More →
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Tina-Marie Gulley

CEO, Ada Developers Academy
Tina-Marie is a dynamic professional with an impressive 15-year career dedicated to fostering growth and innovation across community organizations, corporations, and startups, successfully generating over $40 million in revenue. Recognized as one of Adweek’s Rising Brand Stars... Read More →
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ivette Cortez

Program Manager, Ada Developers Academy
Ivette Cortez is a passionate advocate for equity in tech and education, with over a decade of experience designing transformative programs that center community, inclusion, and lifelong learning. As the Student Affairs Program Manager at Ada Developers Academy, she leads with purpose—creating... Read More →
Monday April 28, 2025 2:30pm - 4:00pm PDT
UW Medicine Primary Care at South Lake Union Building F
 
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