february, 2021
Event Details
Moderator
Sirita Donaldson
NCR Corporation
Executive Director of Talent, Diversity & Culture
Bridging the Diversity and Inclusion Gap in Tech
Disruptive forces are shaping the future of the technology industry every day. Many organizations from corporate to start-up are reimagining how they do business and re-evaluating the talent needed for their business to thrive in this ever-changing environment. Diversity, equity and inclusion is now looked at by many as a competitive advantage. And those with little to no DE&I focus will soon be left behind.
Organizations in cities like Atlanta with booming technology markets and diverse populations are strengthening their diversity stack by building partnerships at multiple levels: University, Non-Profit, Professional Organizations and Cross-Industry. Which allows them to leverage the advantages of diversity which include increased creativity, higher innovation, better company reputation and increased profits.
Join us as our panelists share ways that Atlanta is bridging the gap and advancing the technology industry.
Agenda
5:30 pm – 6:00 pm: Networking (Members and Sponsors Only)
6:00 pm – 7:00 pm: Program
Panelist
Asante Bradford
Georgia Department of Economic Development
Digital Entertainment and Emerging Media
Project Manager
Tamara Pearson
Spelman College
Center of Excellence for Minority Women in STEM
Director
George Azih
LeaseQuery
Founder & CEO
Michael Sullivan
Southern Company Gas
VP & CIO
Cornelius Parker
Microsoft
Site Leader – Productivity & Performance Platform
Sponsors
Board Event Leads
Audra Browning
ATP
Executive Advisory Board
Brian Benn
ATP
Executive Advisory Board
SIRITA DONALDSON
ATP
Board Member
Stephen Gilkenson
ATP
Executive Advisory Board
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