Microsoft Reactor

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Women in AI: Innovate & Inspire is an event dedicated to empowering women in the field of artificial intelligence. This event fosters a vibrant community by bringing together AI enthusiasts, researchers, and professionals for a day of dynamic lightning talks, insightful panel discussions, and meaningful networking opportunities. Join us to celebrate the achievements of women in AI, explore cutting-edge advancements, and inspire the next generation of innovators. Whether you're a seasoned expert or a curious newcomer, this event offers a platform to connect, learn, and lead in the transformative world of AI.

Agenda

6PM - 6:30PM - Arrivals
6:30PM - 6:40PM - Introduction by Rav Khokhar & Anna Moss
6:40PM - 6:55PM - What is an AI product manager at Microsoft & how you can develop cool AI products Aqsa Awan, Senior Product Manager at Microsoft
6:50PM - 7:05PM - Tapping into Growth Mindset to Build AI. Innovate, Iterate, Elevate by Aleksandra Osipova, AI Product Lead at Mindora
7:05PM - 7:20PM - Lightning Talk 3 by Marlene Mhangami, Senior Developer Advocate at Microsoft
7:20PM - 7:50PM - Refreshements
7:50PM - 8:30PM - Panel talk - Navigating Innovation, Impact, and Ethical Frontiers in AI with Tushara Reddy, Amy Boyd, Jodie Rodgers and Mara Pometti

Session Descriptions

What is an AI product manager at Microsoft & how you can develop cool AI products.

In this talk, Aqsa will share her journey into AI, offering practical insights to help you think and develop products like an AI Product Manager.

Topics will include:

• Her path to building AI products and how you can get involved in the AI field.
• The differences between a traditional Product Manager and an AI Product Manager.
• Insights into AI product development at Microsoft.
• Challenges faced by AI Product Managers and strategies for overcoming them.
• Product management roles at Microsoft, the PM culture, and how to navigate a large organization to find the best fit for your career.
• Trends in the PM job market.

Tapping into Growth Mindset to Build AI. Innovate, Iterate, Elevate

Success in AI is not only about algorithms and data—it's about the mindset driving the innovation. Aleksandra shares her story of adopting and nurturing a growth mindset that propelled her from startup ventures to leading AI product development. She introduces a comprehensive framework that guides individuals and teams through embracing challenges, learning from feedback, and persisting in the face of setbacks. The talk offers deep insights into practical applications of a growth mindset in the iterative processes of building and testing AI products, as well as strategies for fostering cohesive and high-performing teams. Discover how shifting your mindset can lead to excellence and sustainability in AI product development. Attendees will be empowered with practical tools and inspired perspectives, ready to elevate their approach and drive impactful progress.