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Ada Lovelace Day 2024 – Celebrating Female Tech Leaders

Event Recording:

Please email events@techalliane.nz to request access to the recording.


About the Event:

Join us this Ada Lovelace Day as we celebrate Women in Tech.

Join us this Ada Lovelace Day for an inspiring event featuring tech leaders from Westpac New Zealand and AcademyEX, each sharing their unique career journeys and experiences in the tech industry.

Celebrated annually on the second Tuesday of October, Ada Lovelace Day honours the achievements of women in STEM fields. Ada Lovelace, renowned as the world’s first computer programmer, pioneered algorithm development over 150 years ago, and her legacy continues.

Our panellists, facilitated by Danielle George, Head of Technology Operations & Business Applications and Tatum Crisp, Head of Technology Risk at Westpac New Zealand, will share their insights and experiences, offering a glimpse into their careers and the challenges they’ve overcome.

Your Panellists

Perrin Rowland Perrin is a leading expert in human centered design and customer centricity. She will share insights on her leadership journey, including her role as Chief Product and Experience Officer at AcademyEX.

Annie Vella – As Westpac’s first Distinguished Engineer, Annie will discuss her unique career path and the role of digital technology in the financial sector.

Julie Bremner – Service Group Owner (SGO) for Mainframe, Julie transitioned from an analyst programmer to a leadership position after working part-time for 17 years. She will share her journey of stepping into a leadership role.

Lydia Nirmala Paul – Craft Lead for Quality Engineering, Lydia is passionate about advancing women in tech. Her talk will focus on her experiences and commitment to fostering diversity in the technology sector.

Sara Stockley Smith – Service Group Owner for Fraud and FinCrime, Sara’s leadership journey spans from a call centre and branch roles to her current position. She will provide insights into her professional development and the evolution of her career.

Event Details:

  • Date: Tuesday 8 October 2024
  • Time:
    In person: 11.30am -1.45pm
    Online: 12:00PM – 1:00PM
  • Location: 
  • In person: Westpac New Zealand | 16 Takutai Square, Auckland CBD, Auckland 1010 – Light Lunch will be provided.
    Online: Teams
  • Cost:
    In person: Free for members & $30 for non-Members
    Online: Free for members & $10 for non-Members


This is a fantastic opportunity to come together in person or online to hear from our accomplished speakers, network with fellow women in tech, and reflect on your own contributions to technology and diversity.

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Details

Date:
Oct 08
Time:
11:30 am - 2:00 pm
Event Type
Physical, Online
Is this event run by the Tech Alliance?
Yes