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Charlotte Women in Tech Forum

April 21, 2026

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The CLT Women in Tech Forum is designed for trailblazers who are ready to lead what’s next in AI, innovation, and inclusive leadership.  Hear candid stories from women who are reshaping products, policies, and culture; explore how AI and emerging technologies are opening new leadership paths; and dig into the real levers that move equity from “initiative” to business imperative.  This forum will connect rising and established leaders across roles, sectors, and backgrounds—giving you fresh insight, practical strategies, and a stronger network to power your future.

Agenda

8:15am - Registration + Breakfast

9:00am - Welcome

9:15am - Open Speaker - AI for Women: Advancement and Impact - Not Just Gaps

9:45am - Human-Centered Leadership in the Performance Era Panel Discussion | Tying women’s advancement to incentives, governance and operating metrics, not just value statements.

10:30am - Break

10:45am - Executive Conversation - Bill Pappas

11:15am - Panel: Fixing the Mid-Career Drop-Off

12:00pm - Adjourn

Presenting Sponsor

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