Flagship Agenda: Women In Data Registration

Robin Sutara, CDO at Databricks, and Paula Bobbett, Chief Digital Officer at Boots UK, share their insights on leadership, digital transformation, and the transformative role of AI in the future of retail. From pivotal career moments and lessons learned to the impressive 3x growth of Boots.com under Paula’s leadership, they’ll explore the key drivers of success and how AI is fueling innovation. The discussion will also dive into the impact of generative AI in driving hyperscale growth and what it means for businesses today.As the demand for data-driven talent grows, they’ll also discuss how you can navigate emerging opportunities, develop critical skills, and take on leadership roles in an AI-powered future.Whether you’re an aspiring leader, a digital strategist, or just beginning your career, this fireside chat will offer valuable insights on advancing in tech, scaling digital success, and leveraging AI for growth

Women in Data® is thrilled to announce the Series7 awardees of the Twenty in Data and Tech collection in collaboration with Snowflake. This collection of twenty phenomenal women encompasses every level of seniority and data & tech discipline, and continues to make role models visible in the industry.

We recognise that each individual is a role model, and we are proud to celebrate the breadth of female talent and their personal stories to help inspire the next generation.

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Join four extraordinary female leaders who've hacked the code of success in STEM. "Be the Lead in Your Own Story: Driving Gender Equity in the Age of Data" is a fireside chat where we'll peel back the layers of impostor syndrome and reveal the real stories behind remarkable careers. We'll explore the power of mentorship and the hard-won victories that shaped these leaders. But we're not just looking back. We're staring into the future; we'll ignite a crucial conversation about the future of data & AI in society as well as algorithmic bias and the impact of this on everything from sports to healthcare. Join us and discover how to write your own powerful chapter in the data & AI revolution.

In recent years we have seen multiple political commitments to women’s health. Many felt finally that there was some recognition of the gulf of inequality that exists, but as a country are we making positive progress or facing a sea of broken promises? Join this session to hear about the action WiD has been taking, an exclusive reveal of our latest results demonstrating the difference data can make, and how you and your organisations can continue to build this movement to change the future of women’s health for the next generation, being part of the solution to this $1 trillion problem.

Every week in the UK, domestic violence claims two women’s lives.

Clare’s Law, introduced in 2014, was intended to help prevent such tragedies, allowing Police to proactively disclose domestic violence history to victims potentially at risk. Yet while the law gave the Police new powers, officers’ capacity could inhibit efficient response to these requests - with siloed data across systems making proactively identifying safeguarding risks a challenge.

Bedfordshire Police, in partnership with Palantir, has built a solution to address these challenges - harnessing AI and big data to transform their force’s safeguarding approach from reactive to proactive, enabling faster identification and safeguarding of those at risk.

Emily Fitzsimons (Deployment Strategist, Palantir) and Audrey Campbell (Director of Strategic Service Improvement, Bedfordshire Police) will explore the challenges created for Police Public Protection Units by an increasingly complex data landscape - and how they're using latest technologies like AI to overcome them.

Join us to see how we're transforming safeguarding to help reduce domestic violence by empowering potential victims with vital information before it's too late.

Join Cindi Howson, Chief Data & Strategy Officer at ThoughtSpot and Louise Herring, Chief Digital & Strategy Officer at Brambles for a thought-provoking discussion that explores how AI is transforming the workforce, and its impact on the equity gap for women, minorities, and global communities. 

The discussion will dive into pressing questions: What’s the real role of DEI today? How can male allies support the cause? And can Agentic AI be a powerful tool in breaking down gender barriers and closing the equity gap?

Through data and real-life examples from Brambles, a global supply chain logistics company with over 13,000 employees, discover how AI can level the playing field to drive social impact and build a more inclusive, diverse, and equitable future for everyone.

As data and AI shape our world, ensuring fairness and inclusivity is more critical than ever. Virgin Media O2 presents “CTRL + ALT + INCLUDE: Resetting Bias in Data & AI”, a thought-provoking panel discussion at the Women in Data® Flagship Event.

Experts in data science, machine learning, and governance will explore:

How diversity strengthens data integrity and decision-making

Recognising and challenging bias in AI and hiring practices

The role of data governance and ethical AI in reducing bias

Actionable steps for inclusive and responsible data practices

This dynamic 20-minute discussion, will provide practical insights into how businesses can reset bias and build a fairer, more inclusive digital future.

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I’m looking forward to returning back to this amazing event and sharing the room with so many inspirational people. The day is about you, being your own lead. It’s about you taking control of the controllables, stepping out of your comfort zone and not taking a backwards step. The world is changing and the landscape is different to what we were facing last year. We can’t sit back and be an observer. If we really want to create change, make a difference and leave a legacy, then we must be brave to take a lead and encourage others to follow. Join me in what will be a captivating day and will leave you feeling motivated.

WOMEN IN DATA® FLAGSHIP 2025 EMPOWERMENT STAGE AGENDA

WOMEN IN DATA® FLAGSHIP 2025

EMPOWERMENT STAGE AGENDA