Morning plenary session details coming soon
Tue 25 June
11:45
The Future of Cloud and Its Impact on Future Business Strategies
Cloud
Business Strategy
Tech Advanced
A controversial statement, but one intended to challenge the real reasons as to why we are struggling still with gender diversity in tech. Let’s discuss what a good coder needs to be in 2019, where will this talent that’s needed come from, and what strengths can we ALL bring in terms of coding requirements for the future? Clearly, men cannot be said to be better at coding just because they are men. Code written by women garners higher ratings on GitHub for example than that written by their male colleagues, so why is gender diversity still an issue in 2019?” data-short-description=”” data-room=”” data-tags=”Coding,Gender” data-speakers=””>
Tue 25 June
11:45
“Are Men Better Than Women at Coding?”
Coding
Gender
A controversial statement, but one intended to challenge the real reasons as to why we are struggling still with gender diversity in tech. Let’s discuss what a good coder needs to be in 2019, where will this talent that’s needed come from, and what strengths can we ALL bring in terms of coding requirements for the future? Clearly, men cannot be said to be better at coding just because they are men. Code written by women garners higher ratings on GitHub for example than that written by their male colleagues, so why is gender diversity still an issue in 2019?” data-short-description=”” data-room=”” data-tags=”Coding,Gender” data-speakers=””>
Tue 25 June
11:45
The State of D&I In Tech: How Far Have We Come in the Last Decade?
Business Strategy
Tue 25 June
11:45
and above
Finding Your Ideal Mentor – What You Need To Know
Professional Development
Tue 25 June
11:45
Do We Need To Fear The Future Workplace?
Business Strategy
Professional Development
Tue 25 June
12:15
AI & Machine Learning Demystified – A Simple Introduction
Tech 101
Founders & Entrepreneurs
AI
Machine Learning
Deep Learning
Cognitive Technologies
Tue 25 June
12:15
Why Chat Bots Are the Future of Communicaton
Cognitive Technologies
AI
Tech 101
Tue 25 June
12:15
Delegates Decide Session
Tue 25 June
12:15
Is There a Gender Pay Gap in the Tech Sector?
Pay Gaps
Gender
Business Strategy
Tue 25 June
12:15
How to Start a Career in AI and Machine Learning?
AI
Machine Learning
Professional Development
Tue 25 June
12:15
What’s Next For Agile?
Agile
DevOps
Business Strategy
Tech Advanced
Tue 25 June
12:45
and above
Ten Ways AI Will Affect You and Your Business in 2019 – What Does AI Mean Right Now?
AI
Machine Learning
Business Strategy
Cognitive Technologies
Tue 25 June
12:45
How AI Will Affect Business in the Next Decade?
AI
Cognitive Technologies
Tech 101
Business Strategy
In an industry that favours youth over experience, is there an unspoken age-cap in place which once you hit means the end? And how ‘old’ is too old, especially in a society where we are increasingly working longer before retiring? One thing is certain: Widespread age discrimination is affecting many of us working or seeking to work in the IT industry, but will this modern-day age ultimately result in the death of innovation and development?” data-short-description=”” data-room=”” data-tags=”Ageism,Business Strategy” data-speakers=””>
Tue 25 June
12:45
“How Old is Too Old to Work in the Tech-Sector?”
Ageism
Business Strategy
In an industry that favours youth over experience, is there an unspoken age-cap in place which once you hit means the end? And how ‘old’ is too old, especially in a society where we are increasingly working longer before retiring? One thing is certain: Widespread age discrimination is affecting many of us working or seeking to work in the IT industry, but will this modern-day age ultimately result in the death of innovation and development?” data-short-description=”” data-room=”” data-tags=”Ageism,Business Strategy” data-speakers=””>
Tue 25 June
12:45
and above
Ageism: The Hidden Inclusion Issue in the Tech Sector
Ageism
Business Strategy
Tue 25 June
12:45
and above
How To Stay Relevant During A Career Break?
Professional Development
Tue 25 June
12:45
and above
Strategies For Building Cool Products – How To Build and Structure Teams For Hypergrowth?
Business Strategy
Tue 25 June
14:15
The 2019 Security Threat Landscape
Business Strategy
Security
Tue 25 June
14:15
From RPA to Intelligent Automation
Cognitive Technologies
Tech 101
Tue 25 June
14:15
Delegates Decide Session
Tue 25 June
14:15
How Big is the Tech Sector Ethnic Pay Gap?
Pay Gaps
Ethnicity
Business Strategy
Tue 25 June
14:15
Ten Ways To Get Your Colleagues To Work With You Better
Professional Development
Tue 25 June
14:15
and above
The Role of Intellectual Property in Innovation
Business Strategy
Tue 25 June
14:45
and above
The Top Business Applications for Natural Language Processing in 2019
Cognitive Technologies
Machine Learning
Business Strategy
Tue 25 June
14:45
What Does Cybersecurity Look Like 10 Years From Now?
Security
AI
Machine Learning
Tech 101
Implementing mandatory diversity quotas has long been put forward as a solution for improved D&I, but it is by no means a perfect answer. Whilst it’s true that D&I Quotas are a quick way to get D&I into tech roles, some fear that people will not believe these D&I hires get these jobs based on their abilities. So, should we take the wins of an imperfect system if its increasing diversity and inclusion, should we abandon quotas all together, or we should we push for stricter quota implementation where we would see all women/all black etc recruitment mandates?” data-short-description=”” data-room=”” data-tags=”D&I Quotas,Business Strategy” data-speakers=””>
Tue 25 June
14:45
“D&I Quotas – Do They Help or Actually Hinder?”
D&I Quotas
Business Strategy
Implementing mandatory diversity quotas has long been put forward as a solution for improved D&I, but it is by no means a perfect answer. Whilst it’s true that D&I Quotas are a quick way to get D&I into tech roles, some fear that people will not believe these D&I hires get these jobs based on their abilities. So, should we take the wins of an imperfect system if its increasing diversity and inclusion, should we abandon quotas all together, or we should we push for stricter quota implementation where we would see all women/all black etc recruitment mandates?” data-short-description=”” data-room=”” data-tags=”D&I Quotas,Business Strategy” data-speakers=””>
Tue 25 June
14:45
and above
Tackling Unconscious Bias in Tech
Professional Development
Business Strategy
Tue 25 June
14:45
The Pros and Cons of Moving Laterally Than Vertically
Professional Development
Tue 25 June
14:45
How Is Technology Transforming The Recruitment Processes in The Tech Sector?
Professional Development
Business Strategy
Tue 25 June
15:15
and above
Virtualisaton in 2019 – Moving to Software-Defined-Everything!
Tech Advanced
Tue 25 June
15:15
Is There A Future For DevOps?
DevOps
Agile
Cloud
Tech 101
Tue 25 June
15:15
Delegates Decide Session
Tue 25 June
15:15
How Big is the Tech-Sector Disability Pay Gap?
Pay Gaps
Business Strategy
Tue 25 June
15:15
Demystifying Having It All – Is Work/Life Balance Simply A Myth?
Professional Development
Tue 25 June
15:15
and above
What Does The Evolution of Work Look Like For SMEs?
Professional Development
Business Strategy
Tue 25 June
16:15
The Container Landscape in 2019
Cloud
Tech Advanced
Tue 25 June
16:15
What Can 5G Do For The World?
Tech 101
Business Strategy
VR/AR
‘BAME’ is not a new term, it’s been around since the 1970’s, but does anyone in real life ever refer to themselves in this way? Should we be using labels at all? Is to do so itself patronising and potentially insulting? Does the BAME label ultimately help or hinder when we all want to be recognised as individuals?” data-short-description=”” data-room=”” data-tags=”Ethnicity,Business Strategy” data-speakers=””>
Tue 25 June
16:15
“BAME – Should it be Ditched as a Term for Black, Asian and Minority Ethnic People?”
Ethnicity
Business Strategy
‘BAME’ is not a new term, it’s been around since the 1970’s, but does anyone in real life ever refer to themselves in this way? Should we be using labels at all? Is to do so itself patronising and potentially insulting? Does the BAME label ultimately help or hinder when we all want to be recognised as individuals?” data-short-description=”” data-room=”” data-tags=”Ethnicity,Business Strategy” data-speakers=””>
Tue 25 June
16:15
and above
Diversity & Inclusion Quotas – Help or Hinderance?
Professional Development
Business Strategy
Tue 25 June
16:15
and above
Tips and Tricks For Securing Your Seat At The Leadership Table
Professional Development
Tue 25 June
16:15
and above
Future of Work Strategies For Retaining Top Talent
Professional Development
Business Strategy
Tue 25 June
16:45
2019 Coding Trends to Watch
Coding
Tech Advanced
Tue 25 June
16:45
UI of the Future – Conversational Interfaces
UI/UX
Tech Advanced
Tue 25 June
16:45
Delegates Decide Session
Tue 25 June
16:45
and above
Why You Should Be Hiring With Neurodiveristy Front of Mind!
Professional Development
Business Strategy
Tue 25 June
16:45
and above
How To Become A Non-Executive Director?
Professional Development
Tue 25 June
16:45
and above
How To Avoid Unconscious Bias in Your Job Specs?
Professional Development
Business Strategy
Tue 25 June
17:15
Tips and Tricks for Debiasing Algorithmic-Based Business Decision-Making
Cognitive Technologies
Big Data
Tue 25 June
17:15
How Will Coding Be Relevant in the Future?
Coding
AI
Tech 101
We often hear said to us, “just be yourself”- but in a work environment is that ever truly possible? Further, is it wise to “just be yourself” in an increasingly competitive and hard-fought industry such as the IT industry? It sounds like an amazing thing to do, but what does it really mean? What if someone is a rude to other people? Is it okay for them to just be themselves and go on being rude to everyone? How about people who are fearful of being around others, or those more introverted/extroverted? What if being yourself doesn’t fit with that company’s corporate culture? It’s time to examine what’s possible, what’s advisable and where the truth ultimately lies.” data-short-description=”” data-room=”” data-tags=”Professional Development,Business Strategy” data-speakers=””>
Tue 25 June
17:15
“Can We Ever Truly Be Ourselves At Work?”
Professional Development
Business Strategy
We often hear said to us, “just be yourself”- but in a work environment is that ever truly possible? Further, is it wise to “just be yourself” in an increasingly competitive and hard-fought industry such as the IT industry? It sounds like an amazing thing to do, but what does it really mean? What if someone is a rude to other people? Is it okay for them to just be themselves and go on being rude to everyone? How about people who are fearful of being around others, or those more introverted/extroverted? What if being yourself doesn’t fit with that company’s corporate culture? It’s time to examine what’s possible, what’s advisable and where the truth ultimately lies.” data-short-description=”” data-room=”” data-tags=”Professional Development,Business Strategy” data-speakers=””>
Tue 25 June
17:15
10 Ways Diversity & inclusion Makes An Active Difference in Tech!
Professional Development
Business Strategy
Tue 25 June
17:15
The 10 Things You Should be Doing in 2019 To Advance Your Tech Career
Professional Development