Women in Industry
When Hokie women gather, great things happen.
When it comes to thriving as a professional, there’s no denying the power of community and networking. We’re thrilled to host our next Women in Industry event to dive into the evolving landscape of work in the age of AI.
Women in Industry
How AI is Transforming Our World of Work
Tuesday, Aug. 13, 2024 | 8:30 - 11:00 a.m.
3030 Potomac Avenue, Alexandria, VA
American Physical Therapy Association (APTA) Headquarters
Digital transformation is all around us, impacting the way we work and live our lives. Join us for an honest conversation with a panel of female leaders on the potential artificial intelligence holds for the future of work.
This event is free and breakfast is provided. Pre-registration is required. Register early as space is limited.
Attend if you:
- Welcome the chance to expand your professional network (over delicious breakfast)
- Like to celebrate the accomplishments of women at work (and bottomless coffee)
- Appreciate starting your day with a little inspiration and beautiful views of the Virginia Tech Innovation Campus Academic Building I, opening for class in 2025.
THE PANEL
Saonee Sarker I MODERATOR
Dean, Virginia Tech Pamplin College of Business
Saonee (pronounced Sha-o-nee) Sarker officially began as Dean of the Virginia Tech Pamplin College of Business on July 1, 2023. Dean Sarker brings a wealth of research experience to the Pamplin College of Business. She is the director of diversity, equity, and inclusion (DEI) for MIS Quarterly, serving as an ambassador for DEI initiatives and senior editor emeritus for the journal. She also is senior editor of the Journal of the Association for Information Systems. Among her research interests are smart infrastructure and sustainability, healthcare information technology and technostress, technology-enabled collaboration, and more.
Susan Doniz I PANELIST
Chief Information and Data Analytics Officer, The Boeing Company; Senior Vice President of Information Technology & Data Analytics
Susan Doniz is the chief information and data analytics officer of The Boeing Company and senior vice president of Information Technology & Data Analytics, where she leads all aspects of information technology, enterprise security, data and analytics. She also supports the growth of Boeing's business through IT and analytics-related revenue-generating programs. Doniz is a member of the company’s Executive Council.
Rianka R. Dorsainvil '09 I PANELIST
Founder and Senior Wealth Advisor at YGC Wealth
Rianka R. Dorsainvil, CFP®, Founder and Senior Wealth Advisor at YGC Wealth, focuses on empowering entrepreneurs and first-generation wealth builders to own their money story and pursue their biggest dreams. As a financial planner and an advocate for diversity, equity, and inclusion, Rianka believes that first-generation wealth-builders are a community that has been underserved by the financial planning profession for too long - and she’s here to help change the tides.
Dorsainvil graduated from Virginia Tech in 2009 with a Bachelor of Science from the College of Agriculture and Life Sciences.
Leigh Palmer '91 I PANELIST
Vice President, Google Public Sector
Leigh Palmer, Vice President of Google Public Sector, is currently responsible for bringing the magic of Google to government agencies. She is passionate about making emerging technology approachable and big outcomes possible.
Palmer graduated from Virginia Tech in 1991 with a Bachelor of Arts from the College of Liberal Arts and Human Sciences.
CELEBRATING + CONNECTING + INSPIRING
Leaders+ is more than a way to connect the Virginia Tech community to leaders of industry. We believe in pushing boundaries and elevating the underrepresented as we inspire the next generation of Hokie leaders.
Women in Industry exists to amplify the trailblazing women shaping our world and creating new opportunities for all that come behind them.
Know an industry-leading woman we should feature? Have a topic for us to explore?
For more information about this event or suggestions, contact Innovation and Partnerships at link@vt.edu.
EVENT OVERVIEW
Women in Industry
Tuesday, Aug. 13, 2024 | 8:30 - 11:00 a.m.
Cost: Free to attend
Registration: Required
Women in Industry is in partnership with The Boeing Company to bring you an inspiring experiences designed to create and strengthen connections, as well as invite informative discussion about ways to improve the future of our work.