Programs: Technical Executive Forum
By invitation only, the 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 solutions to these challenges. 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, knowledge exchange and practical solutions to creating cultures that sustain diversity and innovation, and a keynote panel discussion where executives provide inspiration and advice to Grace Hopper participants. Past speakers included Sophie Vandebroek, Chief Technology Officer, Xerox; Justin Rattner, Vice President and Chief Technology Officer, Intel Corporation; Greg Papadopoulos, Chief Technology Officer, Sun Microsystems; Nan Mattai, Chief Technology Officer, Rockwell Collins, Werner Vogels, Chief Technology Officer, Amazon.com; Nora Denzel, Senior Vice President, Intuit; Mike Schroepfer, Vice President of Engineering, Facebook.
In 2009, 59 R&D executives participated in the Forum. You can see the synthesis of the topics discussed in the 2009 Forum at: http://anitaborg.org/files/breaking-barriers-to-cultural-change-in-corps.pdf
“I found the Technical Executive Forum, indeed the entire event, to be of very high value.” Participating CTO from ABI Partner Company
“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.” 2009 executive participant
The 2010 Technical Executive Forum will be held on Thursday, Sept. 30, in Atlanta, GA as part of the 2010 Grace Hopper Celebration of Women in Computing.
If you are interested in being considered for attending the 2010 Technical Executive Forum, please email your bio and contact information to carolines@anitaborg.org.
2010 Technical Executive Forum Organizing Committee
Leah Jamieson, John A. Edwardson Dean of Engineering, and Ramsburg Distinguished Professor, Purdue University
Colin Bodell, VP, Website Platform, Amazon.com
Rebecca Parsons, Chief Technology Officer, Thoughtworks
Gabby Silberman, SVP and Head of Labs, CA
Telle Whitney, CEO and President, Anita Borg Institute for Women and Technology
Caroline Simard, VP Research & Executive Programs, Anita Borg Institute for Women and Technology
Confirmed Technical Executive Plenary Speakers, Grace Hopper Celebration
Amy Alving, Chief Technology Officer, SAIC
Kelli Crane, Senior Vice President and Chief Information Officer, Thomson Reuters
Romea Smith, Senior Vice President, Support, CA