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Thursday, March 27
 

1:30pm EDT

Welcome
Thursday March 27, 2025 1:30pm - 2:15pm EDT
Thursday March 27, 2025 1:30pm - 2:15pm EDT
Seneca One Great Hall

2:30pm EDT

Getting the *REAL* Work Done
Thursday March 27, 2025 2:30pm - 3:30pm EDT
Actually effective tactics and tips for driving meaningful action from a trio of strategic marketers. Join us as we talk through how to sharpen your approach to marketing and build the momentum needed to make change happen. Realistically. (With case studies as proof!)

Danielle is all about the “crazy” ideas, because it sparks *real* opportunity and big wins. Just not all the ideas. She’ll talk through grounding your approach in strategy, staying focused yet agile in an ever-changing environment and facilitating alignment.

Tiffanie has been on the receiving end of the question, “Can you make us go viral?” more times than she can count. However, teams should instead focus on creating a long-lasting impact. Join Tiffanie as she explains why she believes in *real* engagement > virality, and how creating a content strategy anchored in community insights and cultural relevance delivers real results.

Jodie knows all about those annoying moments when someone who doesn't work in the day-to-day of marketing with you asks why that last minute campaign didn't do what they were hoping it would. She'll talk about a few ways to shift that dynamic from reactive to proactive and drive *real* results. To approach your marketing efforts in a sustainable and scalable way.
Speakers
avatar for Danielle Ossher

Danielle Ossher

Chief Creative Officer, ConnollyStudios
avatar for Tiffanie Woods

Tiffanie Woods

Social Media Manager, Spotify
avatar for Jodie Orcutt

Jodie Orcutt

Owner, Jodie Does Marketing
Sponsors
avatar for ConnollyStudios

ConnollyStudios

A team of agile strategists that helps partners identify their value, build goal-driven plans and execute with speed and adaptability. Our journalism roots inspire our authentic approach to building meaningful connections with audiences through the power of a story well told.
Thursday March 27, 2025 2:30pm - 3:30pm EDT

2:30pm EDT

Ignite Your Creative Collaboration! FILLING
Thursday March 27, 2025 2:30pm - 3:30pm EDT
This interactive workshop will unleash your innovative spirit, where you'll actively engage with the attitudes, behaviors, vocabulary, and skills that drive effective teamwork and creative problem solving. Through hands-on activities and interactive discussions, you'll discover and apply dynamic creative thinking tools tailored to tackle real-world challenges and seize new opportunities. Get ready to learn, laugh, and collaborate!
Speakers
avatar for Kristen Peterson

Kristen Peterson

Adjunct Faculty, Creativity and Change Leadership, Buffalo State Univeristy
Meet Kristen Peterson, a passionate and dynamic master facilitator, trainer, and organizational development consultant who is dedicated to helping organizations thrive through innovation. With over 20 years of invaluable experience, Kristen has partnered with renowned global brands... Read More →
Thursday March 27, 2025 2:30pm - 3:30pm EDT
Seneca One 1 Seneca St, Buffalo, NY 14203, USA

2:30pm EDT

Innovation at Amazon LIMITED
Thursday March 27, 2025 2:30pm - 3:30pm EDT
Amazon has a peculiar approach to innovation that is intrinsically linked to how it uses technology and organizes its teams. In this session, we'll dive deep into Amazon's unique approach to innovation – a methodology that has propelled the company to the forefront of the tech industry. We'll explore how Amazon's innovation strategy is intrinsically woven into its technological practices and team structures, creating a culture that drives continuous advancement.
The session will focus on four key elements of Amazon's innovation framework:
  • Culture: Amazon's approach to improvement and customer focus.
  • Mechanisms: The processes and tools used to implement ideas.
  • Architecture: The technical foundations that support experimentation and deployment.
  • Organization: The team structures and leadership principles that encourage innovation.
By examining these elements, participants can gain insights into creating an environment that supports innovation. You'll learn about strategies that can be adapted to different organizations.
Speakers
avatar for Denisse Osorio de Large

Denisse Osorio de Large

Senior Leader, Solution Architecture, AWS
Denisse Osorio de Large is a seasoned technology leader with over two decades of experience in healthcare IT and cloud solutions. As a Sr. Manager at AWS, Denisse leads the North America Solutions Architect team for Premier Strategic customers.Previously, Denisse served as the worldwide... Read More →
Sponsors
avatar for amazon_web_services.m6r3ed9g

amazon_web_services.m6r3ed9g

Amazon Web Services
Since launching in 2006, Amazon Web Services has been providing world-leading cloud technologies that help any organization and any individual build solutions to transform industries, communities, and lives for the better.As part of Amazon, we strive to be Earth’s most customer-centric company. We work backwards from our customers’ problems to provide them with cloud infrastructure that meets their needs, so they can reinvent continuously and push through barriers of what people thought was possible.Whether they are en... Read More →
Thursday March 27, 2025 2:30pm - 3:30pm EDT
Seneca One Auditorium

2:30pm EDT

Rich with Potential – Putting the “U” in Unleashing Innovation LIMITED
Thursday March 27, 2025 2:30pm - 3:30pm EDT
Uncover the ways you can drive and nurture innovation within your team, workplace, and community. Learn to identify opportunities through the power of curiosity, reflection, collaboration, and experimentation. Discover how embracing new ideas and emerging technologies can fuel career growth. In this session, we'll share real-world examples that are driving impactful results and provide you with actionable strategies to unleash your innovative potential!
Speakers
avatar for Catherine Domain

Catherine Domain

Director, Business Transformation Portfolio Management, Rich Products
avatar for Gina Lalka

Gina Lalka

Director, Sales Planning, Rich Products
Sponsors
Thursday March 27, 2025 2:30pm - 3:30pm EDT
Seneca One 1 Seneca St, Buffalo, NY 14203, USA

2:30pm EDT

The Project Manager’s Toolbox FILLING
Thursday March 27, 2025 2:30pm - 3:30pm EDT
As organizations navigate the complexities of an ever-evolving tech landscape, project managers (PM's) are tasked with more than just delivering on time and within budget. They are increasingly expected to act as strategic leaders who drive innovation and value delivery. In this presentation, we will explore the essential tools and methodologies that PMs need today to meet these heightened expectations.

The project manager’s toolbox has expanded beyond traditional project planning and execution. Today’s PMs must be well-versed in Agile, Lean, Scrum, and other adaptive frameworks that encourage flexibility, rapid iteration, and collaboration. These methodologies are crucial for tech companies aiming to remain competitive in a fast-paced market. Furthermore, PMs must embrace digital tools for collaboration, communication, and project tracking, as well as advanced techniques for risk management, stakeholder engagement, and team empowerment.

This session will cover:

Strategic PM Tools: Leveraging Agile frameworks and tools to foster innovation and alignment with business goals.
Technology Integration: Utilizing the latest project management software and tools to streamline workflows and improve communication.
Leadership & Team Dynamics: Building high-performing teams that drive value and are agile enough to pivot as priorities shift.
Value Delivery: Ensuring that projects contribute to long-term business success through continuous improvement and measurable outcomes.
Speakers
avatar for Pauline McKeown

Pauline McKeown

VP Certification Training, PMI Buffalo, NY Chapter
Pauline McKeown is the newly elected Vice President of Training and Certification for the Buffalo PMI Chapter. With over 20 years of experience successfully transforming challenging projects into smoothly running operations, Pauline brings a wealth of expertise in leveraging PMI knowledge... Read More →
Exhibitors
avatar for Lighthouse Technology Services

Lighthouse Technology Services

The Place for Technology Talent
Lighthouse Technology Services inspires companies on their path to success by connecting them to the right technology and talent solutions at the right time, and we’ve been at it since 2004.Headquartered in Seneca One in beautiful Buffalo, NY, we serve as a guide to companies looking... Read More →
Thursday March 27, 2025 2:30pm - 3:30pm EDT
Seneca One 1 Seneca St, Buffalo, NY 14203, USA

3:45pm EDT

AI for Modeling Human Behaviors LIMITED
Thursday March 27, 2025 3:45pm - 4:45pm EDT
In this talk, I will present our research on teaching computers to understand and predict how people act, talk, and interact. The research uses data from videos, speech, and text to recognize patterns in what people do and why they do it. This technology helps in areas like virtual assistants, sign language understanding, healthcare, and even making robots more human-like.
Thursday March 27, 2025 3:45pm - 4:45pm EDT
Seneca One Auditorium

3:45pm EDT

Getting the *REAL* Work Done FULL
Thursday March 27, 2025 3:45pm - 4:45pm EDT
Actually effective tactics and tips for driving meaningful action from a trio of strategic marketers. Join us as we talk through how to sharpen your approach to marketing and build the momentum needed to make change happen. Realistically. (With case studies as proof!)

Danielle is all about the “crazy” ideas, because it sparks *real* opportunity and big wins. Just not all the ideas. She’ll talk through grounding your approach in strategy, staying focused yet agile in an ever-changing environment and facilitating alignment.

Tiffanie has been on the receiving end of the question, “Can you make us go viral?” more times than she can count. However, teams should instead focus on creating a long-lasting impact. Join Tiffanie as she explains why she believes in *real* engagement > virality, and how creating a content strategy anchored in community insights and cultural relevance delivers real results.

Jodie knows all about those annoying moments when someone who doesn't work in the day-to-day of marketing with you asks why that last minute campaign didn't do what they were hoping it would. She'll talk about a few ways to shift that dynamic from reactive to proactive and drive *real* results. To approach your marketing efforts in a sustainable and scalable way.
Speakers
avatar for Danielle Ossher

Danielle Ossher

Chief Creative Officer, ConnollyStudios
avatar for Tiffanie Woods

Tiffanie Woods

Social Media Manager, Spotify
avatar for Jodie Orcutt

Jodie Orcutt

Owner, Jodie Does Marketing
Sponsors
avatar for ConnollyStudios

ConnollyStudios

A team of agile strategists that helps partners identify their value, build goal-driven plans and execute with speed and adaptability. Our journalism roots inspire our authentic approach to building meaningful connections with audiences through the power of a story well told.
Thursday March 27, 2025 3:45pm - 4:45pm EDT
Seneca One 1 Seneca St, Buffalo, NY 14203, USA

3:45pm EDT

Ignite Your Creative Collaboration! FILLING
Thursday March 27, 2025 3:45pm - 4:45pm EDT
This interactive workshop will unleash your innovative spirit, where you'll actively engage with the attitudes, behaviors, vocabulary, and skills that drive effective teamwork and creative problem solving. Through hands-on activities and interactive discussions, you'll discover and apply dynamic creative thinking tools tailored to tackle real-world challenges and seize new opportunities. Get ready to learn, laugh, and collaborate!
Speakers
avatar for Kristen Peterson

Kristen Peterson

Adjunct Faculty, Creativity and Change Leadership, Buffalo State Univeristy
Meet Kristen Peterson, a passionate and dynamic master facilitator, trainer, and organizational development consultant who is dedicated to helping organizations thrive through innovation. With over 20 years of invaluable experience, Kristen has partnered with renowned global brands... Read More →
Thursday March 27, 2025 3:45pm - 4:45pm EDT
Seneca One 1 Seneca St, Buffalo, NY 14203, USA

3:45pm EDT

Rich with Potential – Putting the “U” in Unleashing Innovation FILLING
Thursday March 27, 2025 3:45pm - 4:45pm EDT
Uncover the ways you can drive and nurture innovation within your team, workplace, and community. Learn to identify opportunities through the power of curiosity, reflection, collaboration, and experimentation. Discover how embracing new ideas and emerging technologies can fuel career growth. In this session, we'll share real-world examples that are driving impactful results and provide you with actionable strategies to unleash your innovative potential!
Speakers
avatar for Catherine Domain

Catherine Domain

Director, Business Transformation Portfolio Management, Rich Products
avatar for Gina Lalka

Gina Lalka

Director, Sales Planning, Rich Products
Exhibitors
Thursday March 27, 2025 3:45pm - 4:45pm EDT
Seneca One 1 Seneca St, Buffalo, NY 14203, USA

3:45pm EDT

The Project Manager’s Toolbox LIMITED
Thursday March 27, 2025 3:45pm - 4:45pm EDT
As organizations navigate the complexities of an ever-evolving tech landscape, project managers (PM's) are tasked with more than just delivering on time and within budget. They are increasingly expected to act as strategic leaders who drive innovation and value delivery. In this presentation, we will explore the essential tools and methodologies that PMs need today to meet these heightened expectations.

The project manager’s toolbox has expanded beyond traditional project planning and execution. Today’s PMs must be well-versed in Agile, Lean, Scrum, and other adaptive frameworks that encourage flexibility, rapid iteration, and collaboration. These methodologies are crucial for tech companies aiming to remain competitive in a fast-paced market. Furthermore, PMs must embrace digital tools for collaboration, communication, and project tracking, as well as advanced techniques for risk management, stakeholder engagement, and team empowerment.

This session will cover:

Strategic PM Tools: Leveraging Agile frameworks and tools to foster innovation and alignment with business goals.
Technology Integration: Utilizing the latest project management software and tools to streamline workflows and improve communication.
Leadership & Team Dynamics: Building high-performing teams that drive value and are agile enough to pivot as priorities shift.
Value Delivery: Ensuring that projects contribute to long-term business success through continuous improvement and measurable outcomes.
Speakers
avatar for Pauline McKeown

Pauline McKeown

VP Certification Training, PMI Buffalo, NY Chapter
Pauline McKeown is the newly elected Vice President of Training and Certification for the Buffalo PMI Chapter. With over 20 years of experience successfully transforming challenging projects into smoothly running operations, Pauline brings a wealth of expertise in leveraging PMI knowledge... Read More →
Exhibitors
avatar for Lighthouse Technology Services

Lighthouse Technology Services

The Place for Technology Talent
Lighthouse Technology Services inspires companies on their path to success by connecting them to the right technology and talent solutions at the right time, and we’ve been at it since 2004.Headquartered in Seneca One in beautiful Buffalo, NY, we serve as a guide to companies looking... Read More →
Thursday March 27, 2025 3:45pm - 4:45pm EDT
Seneca One 1 Seneca St, Buffalo, NY 14203, USA

5:00pm EDT

Keynote: Venus Quates LIMITED
Thursday March 27, 2025 5:00pm - 6:00pm EDT
Venus Quates is a trailblazing entrepreneur and distinguished US Air Force veteran with a 27-year track record as a technologist and consultant, serving both domestic and international markets. Throughout her career, she has managed large-scale technology transformation and modernization initiatives for Fortune 500 companies, global banking leaders, and the aerospace and defense industries. Her expertise spans projects from multimillion-dollar efforts to multibillion-dollar initiatives, consistently demonstrating exceptional leadership and mission-driven results.

As the President & CEO of LaunchTech, Quates has led the company to national acclaim. LaunchTech, a 3x Inc.5000 honoree, has been recognized among the top 10 fastest-growing woman-owned firms and one of the top 100 fastest-growing veteran-owned companies by Inc. and Syracuse University’s Institute for Veterans and Military Families (IVMF).

Quates serves on the board of the National Veterans Small Business Coalition (NVSBC) and advisory boards for the University of Alabama, Alabama A&M, and Villa Maria College, among others. Her company also founded the Launching Scholars initiative, offering girls scholarships to attend STEM camps across the country. Her achievements have been highlighted in Forbes, Inc., and Fast Company, where she is recognized for her commitment to driving innovation and excellence in technology and business.
Speakers
avatar for Venus Quates

Venus Quates

President & CEO, LaunchTech
Venus Quates is a trailblazing entrepreneur and distinguished US Air Force veteran with a 27-year track record as a technologist and consultant, serving both domestic and international markets. Throughout her career, she has managed large-scale technology transformation and modernization... Read More →
Exhibitors
Thursday March 27, 2025 5:00pm - 6:00pm EDT
Seneca One Great Hall

6:00pm EDT

Community Expo & Networking Happy Hour
Thursday March 27, 2025 6:00pm - 8:00pm EDT
Wrap up an inspiring day at the Women in Tech Conference with our Community Expo & Networking Happy Hour—an opportunity to connect, collaborate, and celebrate!

Explore our Community Expo, where you’ll meet local organizations, companies, and resources dedicated to supporting women in tech. Whether you’re looking for career opportunities, mentorship, or ways to get more involved in the industry, this is your chance to engage with leaders and changemakers.

Then, unwind at our Networking Happy Hour—a relaxed, welcoming space to continue conversations, forge new connections, and reflect on the day’s insights with fellow attendees.

Don’t miss this chance to expand your network, discover valuable resources, and be part of the growing community of women in tech!

Exhibitors
avatar for amazon_web_services.m6r3ed9g

amazon_web_services.m6r3ed9g

Amazon Web Services
Since launching in 2006, Amazon Web Services has been providing world-leading cloud technologies that help any organization and any individual build solutions to transform industries, communities, and lives for the better.As part of Amazon, we strive to be Earth’s most customer-centric company. We work backwards from our customers’ problems to provide them with cloud infrastructure that meets their needs, so they can reinvent continuously and push through barriers of what people thought was possible.Whether they are en... Read More →
Thursday March 27, 2025 6:00pm - 8:00pm EDT
Seneca One Lobby
 
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