A pre-conference summit at UB Tech® 2019 will focus on the growing role that women are playing in higher ed technology jobs. Following a summit opening keynote by Nada Anid about accelerating culture change, Villanova University’s School of Business professor Alicia Strandburg will discuss a platform the university developed to create opportunities for women in technology and motivate those who hesitate.
Another session will cover how a computer and cybersecurity program increased its female enrollment by more than 300% in the last 5 years. Attendees will learn how to foster positive and encouraging relationships within this industry through original and curated content that educates, motivates and inspires.
The summit will conclude with a workshop specifically for practicing and perfecting networking skills. Discussion will revolve around how women can use networking to help shape career growth.
Any registered UB Tech attendee is welcome to attend this event.
UB Tech 2019 will take place June 10-12 in Orlando. For program and registration information, visit ubtechconference.com.
