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Recap: Women in Tech Dusseldorf AI & Data: Who’s in control?

This inspiring event showcased how women and allies have shaped the future of tech through AI, data, and inclusive leadership, driving meaningful change in the industry.

Breaking barriers: Careers, AI, and bias

How do industry leaders carve their paths to success? At the event, Emilia Rey from Saint-Gobain shared how she reached the top without following a strict career plan.

Meanwhile, companies like ALDI, Henkel, and Vodafone showcased how they harness the power of data and AI to revolutionize business. But the discussion also highlighted the hidden biases within AI and their impact on technology and society.

In partnership with IBM Consulting and IBM iX, this Women in Tech event brought together industry leaders for an engaging afternoon filled with insights, discussions, and practical learning. Attendees explored career growth, AI-driven transformation, and the critical issue of bias in technology—connecting with experts, exchanging ideas, and expanding their networks in a supportive and empowering atmosphere.

Event Highlights

Inspiring Keynote

Panel Discussion

Experts showcased how data and AI are transforming industries by driving innovation and impactful change.

Interactive Workshop

In an interactive session with Marie-Claire Paraguya, HR Senior Consultant at ALDI DX, participants uncovered hidden biases in perception and communication while exploring effective strategies to foster inclusivity in tech.

Great People & Drinks

The event also provided the perfect setting to connect with like-minded professionals, engage in thought-provoking conversations, and network over great food and drinks.

On the agenda

3.30 pm

Arrival & Registration

3.50 pm

Welcome

Rike-Jana Steinorth, Client Director, IBM iX

4.00 pm

Keynote

No roadmap, yet I arrived: My career adventure

Emilia Rey, Head of Customer Experience Management, Saint-Gobain

4.30 pm

Panel Discussion

AI & Data: Who’s in control, and what’s at stake?

Parisa Najafi, Product Owner, ALDI DX

Kseniia Akshentceva, Head of Quantitative Research & Statistics, Henkel

Johanna Heyden, Head of Future Business & Cooperations, Vodafone Innovation

Inge Scheibel, Principal Solution Consultant, IBM iX

Bernd Eßmann, Executive Director Digital Platform Consulting / AI Lead IBM, iX DACH

5.15 pm

Coffee Break

5.30 pm

Workshop

Cognitive bugs: Exploring bias in perception and interaction

Marie-Claire Paraguya, HR Senior Consultant, ALDI DX

6.15 pm

Wrap-up

6.30 pm

Networking with Food & Drinks

Experience AI innovation firsthand! Meet Marie-Sophie Kames-Klingenbrunner, Digital Strategy Consultant, in our Adobe Lab — get expert insights, explore real-world cases, and discuss the latest trends in AI.

Our strong line-up

Emilia Rey

Head of Customer Experience Management, Saint-Gobain

Marie-Claire Paraguya

HR Senior Consultant, ALDI DX

Parisa Najafi

Product Owner, ALDI DX

Kseniia Akshentceva

Head of Quantitative Research & Statistics, Henkel

Johanna Heyden

Head of Future Business & Cooperations, Vodafone Innovation

Inge Scheibel

Director Data-driven Marketing, IBM iX

Rike-Jana Steinorth

Client Director, IBM iX

Bernd Eßmann

Executive Director Digital Platform Consulting / AI Lead IBM, iX DACH

Marie-Sophie Kames-Klingenbrunner

Digital Strategy Consultant, IBM iX

Key Takeaways of the Event

If you missed the event or want to relive the highlights, we’ve captured the key insights for you. Download the full recap to explore actionable takeaways and inspiring moments from our speakers and panelists.

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