LSEG and SLASSCOM join forces to champion women in tech at Conference 3.0

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LSEG Regulatory Reporting CIO/Head of Engineering Barbara Wray

Hexaware Chief Risk Officer Uma Thomas

Empathy Advocate and Author Mimi Nicklin

The Women in Tech Conference 3.0, organised by SLASSCOM in collaboration with the London Stock Exchange Group (LSEG), is set to take place on 20 March at Cinnamon Grand, Colombo. This event's mission is to foster gender inclusivity, workplace equity, and leadership opportunities for women in technology, and LSEG’s involvement underscores its global commitment to diversity and inclusion in the digital age.

The Women in Tech Conference 3.0 will feature engaging discussions, thought-provoking panels, and networking opportunities, providing a platform for professionals to collaborate, innovate, and inspire the next generation of women tech leaders.

This year’s conference features an impressive lineup of industry leaders sharing their expertise. The keynote address will be delivered by, LSEG Regulatory Reporting CIO/Head of Engineering Barbara Wray on “Leading the Digital Revolution: Adapt and Thrive”. Her session will provide critical insights into how organisations and professionals can navigate the rapidly evolving digital landscape while embracing inclusive growth and technological advancements.

Other prominent speakers at the conference include Hexaware Chief Risk Officer Uma Thomas who will lead a session on “Building a Resilient Enterprise”, covering risk management, information security, and sustainability. Empathy Advocate and Author Mimi Nicklin will present on “The Connected Leader Wins”, discussing empathy, listening, and emotional intelligence in leadership, whilst IFS CIO Helena Nimmo will speak on “Bridging the Gender Gap”, focusing on inclusivity, mentorship, and empowering women in tech.

The conference will also feature two thought-provoking panel discussions. The first, “Leading in the Tech Space”, will bring together industry experts, including LSEG Director – Delivery Vidumini Ranasinghe, 99x COO and SLASSCOM Vice Chair Shehani Seneviratne APAC BISO and Sysco Labs Divisional Head of Cybersecurity and Shanthi Rajesh to discuss leadership challenges, career growth, and breaking stereotypes in tech.

The second panel, “Closing the Gender Gap in Tech – Strategies, Policies, and Workplace Innovation for Equity”, will explore practical solutions for driving diversity and inclusivity in the workplace. This discussion will feature MAS Holdings GM – Women’s Empowerment Advocacy and Code of Conduct Thanuja Jayawardene, Hemas Group Group Chief Technology and Transformation Officer Chulanga Perera and Commercial Bank of Ceylon PLC Senior Principal Scientist – AI and Data Dr. Subha Fernando with LSEG Senior Product Manager Niren Heydorff moderating the session. The conference will not only feature knowledge-sharing and discussions but also serve as a networking hub, connecting attendees with mentors, industry leaders, and decision-makers, while offering valuable insights on career development, workplace policies, and emerging trends to help them excel in the evolving tech landscape.

The Women in Tech Conference 3.0 is made possible through the collaboration between SLASSCOM and LSEG, with Hexaware Technologies as the Gold Sponsor and Informatics Institute of Technology (IIT) as the Education Partner. This partnership reflects a shared commitment to fostering a more inclusive and dynamic technology ecosystem, ensuring that diversity drives innovation and progress.

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