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UNLOCK THE STRATEGIES TO A THRIVING TECH CAREER

Connect@Advance

20 November 2024
17:00-19:30
Zurich & Online
Englisch
For Advance members

Insights, Strategies, and New Trends Shared by Female Industry Trailblazers

Ready to master your career in tech? This event is designed to empower women in tech by providing a unique platform to learn from female role models in the industry, connect, and grow.


In our digital age, the tech industry is an essential driving force behind innovation and economic growth. It is important to highlight the need for gender diversity in tech. With this event, we offer an opportunity to engage with industry leaders, gain critical insights into navigating tech careers, and understand the pivotal trends shaping the technological landscape.


Learn how advancements in artificial intelligence and other groundbreaking technologies create new opportunities that can be leveraged to advance your career. Hear how you can equip yourself with essential skills for success. Discover what it takes to thrive in this fast-evolving field, from coding and data analysis to problem-solving and adaptability.


This event is also a chance to network with peers, allies, and industry leaders from different companies. Empower yourself with the tools and insights necessary for a successful and sustainable career in technology. Join us and be part of a community that’s driving change and inspiring the next wave of women in tech.


The event is generously hosted by Microsoft Switzerland at their office at: The Circle 02, 8058, Zürich

What's in it for you

  • draw inspiration from the stories of successful female tech leaders

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  • receive practical advice on navigating and advancing in tech careers

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  • gain insights into the impact of AI and emerging work trends, and learn how to leverage them effectively for your career advancement

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  • learn about allyship and building supportive professional networks

Keynote speakers

Dr. Laura-Marie Töpfer

Dr. Laura-Marie Töpfer

Chief Sustainability Officer – Microsoft Western Europe


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Merce Borrull

Merce Borrull

CIO Customer Touchpoints and Mobility Services at Swiss Post

Having the opportunity to make a difference and acting on it is a gift, we should not miss out on it!


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Moderator

Shipra Singh

Shipra Singh

CHRO Microsoft Switzerland


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Panelists

Priska Burkard

Priska Burkard

Thought Leadership Specialist, Advance


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Céline Kreyenbühl

Céline Kreyenbühl

Head Azure Core Solutions Sales, Microsoft


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Diana Daboveanu

Diana Daboveanu

Head Self-Developed Solutions, Bank Julius Bär

Diana is a dedicated professional with a passion for working with people and making a difference.


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AGENDA

17:00

Doors Open

17:10

Welcome from the Host: Catrin Hinkel, CEO Microsoft Switzerland

17:15

Opening Remarks by Advance: Alkistis Petropaki, General Manager Advance

17:25

“How AI helps narrow the innovation blind spots?”  - Dr. Laura-Marie Topfer, Chief Sustainability Officer, Microsoft Western Europe

17:35

Panel Discussion, moderated by Shipra Singh, CHRO Microsoft Switzerland


  • Priska Burkard, Thought Leadership Specialist, Advance

  • Diana Daboveanu, Head Self-Developed Solutions, Bank Julius Bär

  • Céline Kreyenbühl, Head Azure Core Solutions Sales, Microsoft

18:10

“Amplifying the relationship between traits and technology”  - Merce Borrull, CIO Customer Touch Points and Mobility Services, Swiss Post

18:20

Closing Remarks and Overview of Networking Sessions

18:25

Networking Apéro and Parallel Networking Sessions

19:30

End of Event

Registration

This event is exclusive to the Advance member companies. If you would like to register for the in-person event, please contact the Advance Ambassador in your company. If you are interested for the online participation please register here.


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