Women in Tech Expo: Grow Better Together

Description

The Knoxville Technology Council's Women in Tech group is hosting the first annual Women in Tech Expo: Grow Better Together!

Join a diverse group of talented women and invest in your personal & professional growth with a variety of motivating workshops, networking, keynote presentation, headshot booth, and more!

Your ticket includes:

  • LinkedIn Profile Review
  • Professional Headshot
  • WiT Expo T-shirt
  • Professional speakers sharing professional & personal growth advice
  • Lunch
  • Happy Hour
  • Networking with peers and local leaders
  • First 80 people to register will receive Dr. Adam’s book, You're More Than a Diversity Hire Women in STEM: The Five Keys To Unlocking Your Full Potential.

Keynote speaker Julie Wilkes will bring energy, motivation, and inspiration with her award-winning style. Wilkes has spoken and presented globally, including at the Tower of London, the White House, the US Chamber of Commerce, TED Talks, the National Business Group on Heath, International Women’s Day, and the US Department of Defense. She was previously selected “25 Remarkable Women” from Role Model Magazine and one of 12 ‘Women You Should Know’ by a Central Ohio Women’s organization.

Local thought leader Dr. Angelique Adams will lead an interactive workshop based on her book “You're More Than a Diversity Hire Women in STEM: The Five Keys To Unlocking Your Full Potential”. Dr. Adams is known for helping businesses build diverse STEM leaders and motivating people to overcome challenges.

Other featured speakers include Dr. Cynthia Hackney, Senior Consultant at Impact Associates, on emotional intelligence and Lindsey Clark, Director of Data Science at Healthcare Bluebook, on networking strategies. During the event, other speakers will address topics such as ‘breaking through the glass ceiling,’ meditation, healthy eating, personal growth, mentorship, and more.

Premier Sponsor: Patriot Talent Solutions

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Event Registration

Tickets are $10 for students, $25 for WiT members, and $50 for other professionals. Tickets are non-refundable.

Not a WiT Member? Learn how to join with a free WiT membership.

Event Agenda

9:00 AM - Registration

9:15 AM - Welcome

9:30 AM - Breakout Session 1

10:15 AM - Keynote Speaker

11:30 AM - Breakout Session 2

12:00 PM - Lunch

1:00 PM - Breakout Session 3

2:00 PM - Communication Workshop

3:15 PM - Workshop with Dr. Angelique Adams

4:30 PM - Happy Hour