Programs: Technical Executive Forum
November 10-11, 2011
Oregon Convention Center – Rooms E143 – 144
by invitation only
The Technical Executive Forum convenes C-level technology executives in a discussion of the challenges their organizations face in the recruitment, retention, and advancement of technical women and the knowledge sharing of solutions to these challenges.
ABOUT
Started in 2007 under the name “CTO Forum,” this initiative brings together thought leaders to raise awareness, actively engage discussion, and drive action among R&D executives on issues regarding the recruitment, retention, and advancement of technical women.
This Forum is held annually at the Grace Hopper Celebration and includes targeted discussions among technology executives and knowledge exchange and practical solutions to creating cultures that sustain diversity and innovation. Past participants included Sophie Vandebroek, Chief Technology Officer, Xerox; Justin Rattner, Vice President and Chief Technology Officer, Intel Corporation; Werner Vogels, Chief Technology Officer, Amazon.com; Nora Denzel, Senior Vice President and General Manager, Payroll, Intuit Corporation; Amy Alving, CTO, SAIC; Linda Brisnehan, Vice President, Military Support Programs, Lockheed Martin and Mike Schroepfer, VP, Engineering, Facebook.
In 2010, 64 R&D executives participated in the Forum.
“I found the Technical Executive Forum, indeed the entire event, to be of very high value.” – Participating CTO
“The most valuable part of the Forum was Networking with other technology leaders, and as a vehicle for introducing me to the Hopper Conference—the energy, enthusiasm, all wonderful.” – Participating CTO
“The TEF provides a catalyst for work we should be doing within our organization. The ability to share experiences with other executives and learn about the approaches they are taking is invaluable.” – Executive participant
“Hearing the other participants’ stories, challenges, and actions was very helpful to me as I create my action plan. The networking opportunity was valuable as well.” – Executive participant
If you would like to be considered for an invitation to this event, please send your name, title, and a short bio to Christine Chiu, Research & Executive Programs Manager at christinec@anitaborg.org.
AGENDA
Theme: Solutions for Advancing Technical Women
Wednesday November 09, 2011
• Technical Executive Forum attendees arrive during the day and attend the GHC sessions.
Thursday November 10, 2011
*Technical Executive Forum held in Rooms E143 – 144 unless noted otherwise
| Start Time | End Time | Description | *Location |
| 7:15 am | 8:15 am | Technical Executive Forum Breakfast | Rooms E143 – 144 |
| 8:30 am | 9:45 am | Grace Hopper Celebration Opening and Keynote: Sheryl Sandberg, COO of Facebook | Oregon Ballroom |
| 9:45 am | 10:00 am | Break | |
| 10:00 am | 12:30 pm | Technical Executive Forum • Welcome: Telle Whitney, President and CEO, Anita Borg Institute • Forum and facilitated discussions: Solutions for Advancing Technical Women • Facilitated by Sabina Nawaz, Executive coach and organizational development consultant; CEO, Nawaz LLC |
Rooms E143 – 144 |
| 12:30 pm | 2:00 pm | Joint Lunch with Senior Women’s Summit participants | Portland Ballroom 252-253 |
| 2:00 pm | 6:15 pm | Senior Women’s Summit (for female Technical Executive Forum participants)
OR Grace Hopper Celebration sessions Recommended sessions: • Different Paths to Fellow |
Sr. Women’s Summit – Portland Ballroom 254-255
Business Case for Diversity session – Room A105-106 Different Paths to Fellow – Room D137-140 |
| 6:15 pm | 6:30 pm | Break | |
| 6:30 pm | 9:00 pm | General Reception, SRC Poster Competition and General Poster Session
Heavy Hors D’Oeuvres – 6:30-8:30pm |
Convention Center – Exhibit Halls B and C |
Friday November 11, 2011
*Technical Executive Forum held in Rooms E143 – 144 unless noted otherwise
| Start Time | End Time | Description | *Location |
| 8:30 am | 9:45 am | Grace Hopper Celebration Opening and Keynote: The Honorable Shirley Ann Jackson, President, Rensselaer Polytechnic Institute | Oregon Ballroom |
| 9:45 am | 10:00 am | Break | |
| 10:00 am | 12:30 pm | Technical Executive Forum (optional working session for company teams; prior RSVP required) • Welcome: Caroline Simard, Vice President of Research and Executive Programs Working session for company teams facilitated by Sabina Nawaz • Tools for planning • Company teams: Action planning • Company teams: Share plans • Closing Remarks Refreshment break with snacks included |
Rooms E143 – 144 |
| 12:30 pm | 2:00 pm | Main Conference Lunch Available for Purchase | Convention Center – Exhibit Hall C |
| 2:00 pm | 3:15 pm | Optional – Plenary Panel: Partnering with Executive Leaders for Shared Vision and Career Growth | Oregon Ballroom |
| 3:15 pm | 3:45 pm | Break | |
| 3:45 pm | 4:45 pm | Optional: Attend GHC sessions | Various |
| 4:45 pm | 5:15 pm | Refreshment Break (Snacks Included) | |
| 5:30 pm | 6:30 pm | Private Reception | Skyview Terrace |
| 6:30 pm | 7:30 pm | Grace Hopper Celebration Awards Ceremony | Oregon Ballroom |
| 7:30 pm | 12:00 am | Sponsor Night – dinner and dancing | Portland Ballroom |
2011 Technical Executive Forum Organizing Committee:
Diane Bryant, CIO and Vice President, Intel Corporation
Kathy Hill, Senior Vice President, Development Strategy & Operations, Cisco
Bill Laing, Vice President, Server and Cloud Division, Microsoft
Jane Moran, Global CIO, Thomson Reuters
Mike Schroepfer, Vice President Engineering, Facebook
Telle Whitney, CEO and President, Anita Borg Institute for Women and Technology
Caroline Simard, Vice President of Research and Executive Programs, Anita Borg Institute for Women and Technology
The 2011 Technical Executive Forum is generously sponsored by:
If you would like to be considered for an invitation to this event, please send your name, title, and a short bio to Christine Chiu, Research & Executive Programs Manager at christinec@anitaborg.org.