Elevate and Empower Tech Event

Wed, 26 Feb, 2025 at 08:00 am to Wed, 25 Feb, 2026 at 05:00 pm UTC-06:00

Hill Student Center (3rd floor) | Birmingham

Birmingham Women in Technology (BWIT)
Publisher/HostBirmingham Women in Technology (BWIT)
Elevate and Empower Tech Event
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Boost your Tech & Cybersecurity journey! Three-track Tech event for students, entry-level IT pros, and career transitioners. Open to all!
About this Event

This event is brought to you by: TecBirmingham Women in Technology (BWIT), WiCyS Central Alabama, and UAB โ€“ School of Arts and Sciences



THANK YOU TO OUR SPONSORS: Altec, APT, AWS, Cisco, CrowdStrike, Cspire, Deploy, Ed Farm, Kibernum, LBMC, Motion Recruitment Partners, Verinext


Elevate and Empower Tech Event designed for early career Tech professionals looking to empower their future or those looking to elevate their career in Technology and CyberSecurity .

Three-track agenda designed for students, entry-level IT professionals, and those looking to transition into IT careers. Open to everyone!

Join Us for an Inspiring Day!

Enhance your skills, network with industry leaders, and explore the latest trends and careers in Technology and Cybersecurity.

Ticket Prices: Professionals - $20, Students - $10 Breakfast and Lunch included in ticket price.



What to Expect:

Keynote Speaker: Hear from renown experts sharing insights and experiences

Experts Interactive Discussions: Engage in conversations with industry leaders about innovation, the future of tech, and tech career paths

Enhance your knowledge and skills with a Three-Track Sessions Agenda:

1. Trends and careers in IT & CyberSecurity

2. Artificial Intelligence: Coding Practices and Corporate Responsibility

3. Career Development and Advancement

Networking Opportunities: Connect with peers, mentors, and potential employers

Resume and Career Guidance: Discover ways to make you stand out and connect with tech companies eager to welcome new talent


Why Attend?

- Gain valuable knowledge and skills to thrive in tech.

- Build a professional network with industry insiders.

- Empower your transition into a rewarding tech career.






Agenda

๐Ÿ•‘: 08:00 AM - 08:45 AM
Networking Breakfast
๐Ÿ•‘: 08:45 AM - 09:30 AM
Keynote Session
Host: Cori Macy - Manager, Penetration Testing, LBMC
๐Ÿ•‘: 09:45 AM - 10:25 AM
1.1 Building Your Professional Brand: LI, Resume, and Interview Strategies
Host: Delphine Carter - Founder & CEO, Boulo Solutions

Info: Track: Career Development & Advancement


๐Ÿ•‘: 09:45 AM - 10:25 AM
1.2 Certifications and Career path in IT/Cybersecurity
Host: Sarah Turner - Digital Team Lead, Flashpoint

Info: Track: Trends and Careers in IT and CyperSecurity


๐Ÿ•‘: 09:45 AM - 10:25 AM
1.3 Leveraging AI: Good vs Evil + AI & You: Upskilling to Grow Your Career
Host: Jacquisa "Jai" Gibson - Founder & CTO, Auxilio X

Info: Track: Artificial Intelligence Coding Practices & Corporate Responsibility


๐Ÿ•‘: 10:30 AM - 11:10 AM
2.1 Navigating Career Challenges and Professional Advancement in Tech
Host: Tim Searcy, CISO, Baker Donelson, PC

Info: Track: Career Development & Advancement


๐Ÿ•‘: 10:30 AM - 11:00 AM
2.2 The important role of Data and Analytics in Tech and Cyber
Host: Robin Hunt, co-founder/partner, ThinkData Solutions

Info: Track: Trends and Careers in IT and CyperSecurity


๐Ÿ•‘: 10:30 AM - 11:10 AM
2.3 AI & Corp Responsibility: Balancing Innovation with Ethical Responsibility
Host: Ben Carlisle, Info Security Architech, UAB

Info: Track: Artificial Intelligence Coding Practices & Corporate Responsibility


๐Ÿ•‘: 11:15 AM - 12:00 PM
3.1 Foundations for a Successful Tech Career and Breaking into IT strategies
Host: Ryan Allen - CISO, UAB Medicine

Info: Track: Career Development & Advancement


๐Ÿ•‘: 11:15 AM - 12:00 PM
3.2 The Role of Risk in IT/Cyber
Host: Charity Otwell, Director Security Controls, CIS

Info: Track: Trends and Careers in IT and CyperSecurity


๐Ÿ•‘: 11:15 AM - 12:00 PM
3.3 AI and Coding Practices
Host: Will Blackburn - Co-founder, DevClarity

Info: Track: Artificial Intelligence Coding Practices & Corporate Responsibility


๐Ÿ•‘: 12:00 PM - 01:00 PM
Networking Lunch
๐Ÿ•‘: 12:00 PM - 01:00 PM
Resume Review Session

Info: Sign up for a 1-on-1 resume review time slot with a recruiter at the Registration desk.


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Event Venue & Nearby Stays

Hill Student Center (3rd floor), 1400 University Boulevard, Birmingham, United States

Tickets

USD 12.51 to USD 23.18

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