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Session Descriptions
Previous Sessions Have Included
How Emerging Technologies Are Transforming Work
As AI, automation, and emerging tech reshape how we lead, hire, and collaborate, today’s leaders must adapt faster than ever to stay ahead. This fireside chat brings together innovators, executives, and futurists to explore how technology is redefining the future of work—from hiring and upskilling to decision-making and team dynamics.
Stepping into Your Power as a Public Speaker
Do you feel nervous before presenting? We’ve got you. You are powerful and amazing. Connect to your authentic queer leadership voice and gain skills to lead in any speaking situation - whether an investor pitch, client meeting or interview. In this interactive workshop, you’ll walk away with practical trauma-informed embodied techniques and creative practices on how to develop your public speaking voice. Your guide Melissa Andrada (mel - they/she) will share hard-earned and heartfelt wisdom on speaking on stage as a survivor of Big T trauma and once painfully shy kid who went to become the CEO of a global collective focused on mental health and wellbeing in the workplace.
From Hustle to Wholeness: A Dreamer's Guide Into Tech
We don't rise by climbing ladders - we rise by tapping into our zone of genius and bringing that whole self into the room. Merilou shares how she went from a DIY musician to designing in tech - not by following a blueprint but by choosing presence, alignment and purpose. With heart and clarity, she brings it back to this truth: the key to unlocking your most authentic path is to find what you love and let it be the light you follow.
From Burnout to Boundaries: How to Protect Your Peace While Climbing The Ladder
Let’s face it: Prioritizing self-care, setting boundaries, and safeguarding your mental health can be uniquely challenging when you’re an LGBTQ+ tech leader. In this highly engaging and interactive workshop, you’ll debunk common self-care myths, redefine what well-being looks like for you, and walk away with practical tools to protect your mental health. You’ll leave with greater clarity, increased confidence, and actionable strategies to protect your peace as you advance in your career as an LGBTQ+ leader.
Reclaiming the Power of People-Centered Leadership
What we call “soft” skills—like conflict resolution, emotional intelligence, and adaptability—are among the hardest and most valuable to master in today’s workplace. Cass Cooper (she/her) breaks down how these people-focused capabilities drive real results: reducing team friction, navigating high-stakes conversations, and improving collaboration. Backed by global skills forecasts and real-world examples, you’ll leave with actionable tools to lead through complexity and turn tension into progress.
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Wed, Sep 16, 2026 - Fri, Sep 18, 2026
City Tech - Brooklyn, NY
$495
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