Women in Tech WNY

As we approach the 2025 Women in Tech Conference, we want to recognize the incredible sponsors and partners making this event possible. Thank you for your support in bringing Women in Tech WNY together for another great year! Title Sponsor: Rich Products Corporation Digital Experience Sponsor: M&T Bank Workshop Sponsors: Amazon Web Services (AWS), Connolly Studios, Lighthouse Technology Services, M&T Bank, OneBridge Benefits Networking Hour Sponsors: Amazon Web Services (AWS), ePlus inc., MongoDB Women in Tech WNY is proudly presented by TechBuffalo, Be in Buffalo, and 43North!

Already have your ticket for Women in Tech 2025? Make sure you register for your workshops before spots fill up! Join Us at IBM's Community Health workshop and see how innovation is driving real-world impact. Across the U.S., state and local governments are tackling critical challenges from housing affordability and workforce development to mental health, and more. IBM is stepping up with IBM Community Health, a powerful platform designed to connect county residents with agencies and health experts to drive real impact. At Women in Tech, the IBM Buffalo team will share how advanced technology and consulting expertise create meaningful change. Learn how we are supporting crisis response to wildfires and homelessness in Los Angeles County and strengthening Monroe County social services. - Want to learn how tech is shaping social impact? - Curious about the intersection of innovation and community solutions? - Ready to be part of the change? Don’t miss out—secure your workshop spot now through the link below!

We're excited to welcome Pauline M. from PMI Buffalo to speak at Women in Tech 2025! Pauline is leading "The Project Manager's Toolbox", a workshop supported by Lighthouse Technology Services, at this year's conference. Pauline McKeown is the Vice President of Training and Certification for the Buffalo PMI Chapter, with over 20 years of experience transforming complex projects into successful operations. As the founder of Jaza Solutions, she has helped professionals achieve PMP and ACP certifications while consulting on PMOs, Agile scaling, and process improvement. Currently an Agile Practitioner at M&T Bank, Pauline holds PMP, PMI-ACP, CSM, and CSPO certifications. She is passionate about empowering project professionals through training, certification, and career advancement in the evolving tech landscape. Pauline is excited to share her insights on how project management and Agile methodologies can help Tech project practitioners lead, innovate, and thrive in a rapidly evolving industry.

We can't believe Women in Tech REGISTRATION is already FULL! If you missed out on registering, join our WAITLIST for a last chance at getting a ticket to the 2025 conference. To those who have already registered, make sure to select your workshops ahead of time!

Women in Tech 2025: Being IN This year’s Women in Tech WNY conference celebrates the many ways women are shaping the future of technology in Western New York. "Being IN" highlights women as INspirations, INnovators, INvestors, and Impact makers, all driving change and making a difference in the tech ecosystem. Innovation is at the core of this conference, something our sponsor Rich Products Corporation proudly embraces: “At Rich’s, innovation is fundamental to our business – it’s what we were founded on 80 years ago and continues to shape our organization today. We’re thrilled to be a part of an event that celebrates innovation by sparking curiosity and empowering women to push boundaries and create what’s next.”- Gina Lalka, Director of Sales Planning at Rich Products. We can't wait to come together with a community of innovators, leaders, and change-makers for a day filled with inspiration, connection, and conversations that will shape the future of tech in WNY. What does being IN mean to you? Let us know in the comments! (Photos from last year's conference by Alana Adetola Fajemisin)

Meet the team behind “Getting the *REAL* Work Done”, a workshop sponsored by Connolly Studios at Women in Tech. Danielle Ossher, Chief Creative Officer at Connolly Studios, loves the “crazy” ideas that spark *real* opportunity and big wins. She helps teams balance innovation with focus, ensuring they stay agile in an ever-changing landscape. Tiffanie Woods, Social Media Manager at Spotify, believes teams should focus their attention on garnering *real* engagement over virality. Community insights and cultural relevance are the key to real results and a long-lasting impact. Jodie Orcutt, Owner of Jodie Does Marketing, specializes in shifting marketing teams from reactive to proactive strategies. She helps brands build sustainable and scalable marketing efforts that drive *real* results. Together, they’ll share their expertise in “Getting the *REAL* Work Done”, where bold ideas meet strategic execution for lasting impact.

New Women in Tech workshop alert!! Join us for "Understanding Tech Resiliency and Disaster Recovery", presented by M&T Bank. Take this opportunity to learn the differences between Tech Resiliency and Disaster Recovery while exploring the ways to incorporate both into your strategy. Already registered for Women in Tech but deciding on workshops to attend? Learn more about M&T's presentation and sign up today through the link in the comments. Thank you to Women in Tech's Digital Sponsor, M&T Bank!

Meet Denisse Osorio de Large from Amazon Web Services (AWS)! Denisse will be attending Women in Tech to present Amazon Web Services (AWS)'s "Innovation at Amazon" workshop, co-sponsored by MongoDB and ePlus inc. With over 20 years of experience in healthcare IT and cloud solutions, Denisse currently leads the North America Solutions Architect team for Premier Strategic customers. Passionate about increasing technology access for underrepresented communities, she focuses on data accessibility and innovation. Originally from Colombia, Denisse pursued higher education in Kansas City, where she now resides. Her expertise and diverse background make her a valuable voice in discussions on innovation, diversity, and the power of cloud technologies. Let us know what you're most interested in learning from AWS's workshop in the comments!

"It was so exciting to see so many attendees, so much enthusiasm- you could feel the impact of the moment." - Women in Tech 2024 Attendee Still curious about Women in Tech? Just take a look at what attendees are saying about last year's event! With registration rapidly filling up and the excitement around the workshops and speakers, we're already sensing the enthusiasm. We can't wait to share what Women in Tech 2025 has in store. Leave a comment letting us know what you're most excited about!

As you're registering for Women in Tech 2025, keep an eye out for the different workshops you may want to partake in. Today we're introducing IBM and their workshop on their health and human services platform. IBM Community Health – connecting citizens with healthcare needs & services. Presented by Beth Cote, Kristyn Arends, Jamila Toaha, and Meegan (Conrad) Diiulio. Join the IBM Buffalo team to explore IBM Community Health, a platform built to connect residents with state and local services to address social challenges. Learn how technology and expertise drive solutions for issues like homelessness, workforce development, and crisis response. Discover real-world applications, including support for LA County wildfires, homelessness, and Monroe County social services, as we showcase ‘IBM Tech for Good’ in action.