Date

Thursday

12.10.2023

Time

10:00

Ignite

Session

How to build a future-proof organisation

Listen to a panel of experts as they discuss how they are leveraging changes in the tech landscape. Join us to gain valuable insights into building resilient and successful companies.

Speakers

Stage

Sponsor

Type

Panel

Date

Thursday

12.10.2023

Time

10:40

Ignite

Session

Is the internet a friend or foe for the black community?

Join Seyi Akiwowo, CEO + Founder at Glitch and Nima Elmi, Head of Public Policy at Bumble as they discuss safety, intersectionality and the potential of the internet and wider tech for our community

Speakers

Stage

Sponsor

Type

Panel

Date

Thursday

12.10.2023

Time

12:40

Ignite

Session

Creativity, Music and Tech

Hear from Spotify, influencer management about the business of content creation.

Speakers

Stage

Sponsor

Type

Panel

Date

Thursday

12.10.2023

Time

13:20

Ignite

Session

Allyship knowing when to step in and out

Explore the dynamics of effective allyship in this enlightening panel, where experts discuss the art of recognizing when to step in and out of conversations and situations.

Speakers

Stage

Sponsor

Type

Panel

Date

Thursday

12.10.2023

Time

14:00

Ignite

Session

Technology Transformation and Innovation

Dive into the multi-faceted world of technology transformation and innovation. Hear from the leading experts at PwC about their perspectives on the future of tech transformation. Be a part of our mission to be Human-Led and Tech-Powered.

Speakers

Stage

Sponsor

Type

Panel

Date

Thursday

12.10.2023

Time

14:40

Ignite

Session

Belay vs Carabiner…Navigating your Career Everest

Belays and Carabiners are different type of safety clips used for climbing mountains that you need to know which one to use at the appropriate time. Similarly when it comes to navigating your career, you need to know when to utilise mentoring, coaching and sponsorship.

Speakers

Stage

Sponsor

Type

Keynote

Date

Thursday

12.10.2023

Time

15:20

Ignite

Session

The end of search (in conversation with Renee Hunt)

Renee Hunt, the CTO of Compare the Market, invites you to her talk, "End of Search", which illuminates how Generative AI is on the verge of replacing conventional search engines with more intuitive, dialogue-driven interfaces. Not merely a technological shift, but a leap towards a more interactive and enriched user experience. Join Renee and be part of defining the digital narrative of tomorrow.

Speakers

Stage

Sponsor

Type

Keynote

Date

Thursday

12.10.2023

Time

16:00

Ignite

Session

GitLab - Building Diversity, Equity and Inclusion into DevSecOps.

What Diversity, Equity and Inclusion looks like in GitLab’s technical teams, how they feel supported as members of the GitLab team, the broader tech community, and leaders of our TMRGs (Team Member Resource Groups), and how we’re building DIB into our DevSecOps platform and open source community.

Speakers

Stage

Sponsor

Type

Keynote

Date

Thursday

9.10.2025

Time

10:15

2025

Session

AI-Native Architecture: Designing Systems for a Post-GPT World

This session goes beyond the individual engineer's workflow and tackles the architectural implications of building with and for AI. It is for engineers with a more senior or architectural focus. Attendees will learn how to design software systems that are not just using AI, but are fundamentally structured to take full advantage of AI capabilities. They will explore the shift from traditional microservices to "AI-first" architectures.

Speakers

Stage

Sponsor

Type

Panel

Date

Thursday

9.10.2025

Time

10:55

2025

Session

The Tech powering the next generation of advertising

In this session, we will explore the cutting-edge technologies redefining how brands connect with consumers. We'll dive into the world of AI, machine learning, and data analytics and how they are enabling unprecedented levels of personalisation and efficiency. Discover the new platforms and tools that are shaping the future of ad creation, targeting, and measurement, and learn how to leverage these innovations to build campaigns that are not only smarter but also more impactful.

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Stage

Sponsor

Type

Panel