At Women in Tech & Entrepreneurship (WTE), our mission is to empower women across industries through education, mentorship, and a strong support network. This panel discussion, Leading with AI: Women Innovators Transforming Tech and Industry, brings together trailblazing women in AI and technology to share their insights on how artificial intelligence is driving change across multiple sectors.
Join us online for this interactive panel discussion featuring three leading women in tech—Swarna Kuruganti, Ebony Vaz, and Marlee Strawn. The conversation will focus on how AI is being applied to solve business challenges, boost innovation, and create ethical, human-centered solutions. You’ll leave with a better understanding of how AI is transforming the future and actionable ideas to implement in your career or business.
Event Highlights:
Panel Discussion with AI Experts: Gain insights from three thought leaders in AI and business innovation. Learn how they’re leveraging AI to transform industries ranging from education to marketing and business strategy.
Interactive Q&A Session: Ask questions and get answers directly from the panelists. Discover how you can apply their AI strategies to your own work or business.
Networking Opportunities: Engage with other like-minded professionals in tech and business, fostering meaningful connections and collaborations.
Meet the Speakers:
Marlee Strawn – Co-Founder & Head of Education, Scholar Education
A leader in the EdTech space, Marlee is developing AI-powered tools to enhance the classroom experience. Her work focuses on personalized learning for Special Education and English Language Learners. Recently recognized as a 2024 Women in AI Fellow, Marlee is at the forefront of AI ethics in education.
Ebony Vaz – CEO, Above Promotions
As the founder of a marketing technology company, Ebony has led over 100 successful marketing campaigns and helped businesses incorporate AI to improve customer engagement. Her strategic insights have been featured in prominent outlets like AdWeek, PR Daily, and Social Media Today.
Swarna Kuruganti – Principal, Sparked Insights | Si-7 LLC
With over 20 years of experience in management consulting and corporate leadership, Swarna has worked with startups and Fortune 500 companies to implement AI and machine learning for business transformation. She specializes in AI-driven growth, productivity, and ethical AI applications.
Moderator: Raechel Canipe – Founder & CEO, Women in Tech & Entrepreneurship; Chief Marketing Officer, RevStar
Raechel Canipe is the Founder and CEO of Women in Tech & Entrepreneurship, where she provides access to vital tech resources for over 5,000 women across Florida. As Chief Marketing Officer at RevStar, she integrates corporate social responsibility into business operations, uplifting future tech leaders through initiatives like Operation Partnership and Girls Who Code.
About The Host: Women in Tech & Entrepreneurship
A groundbreaking organization focused on advancing women in technology and entrepreneurship sectors, Women in Tech & Entrepreneurship (WTE) operates on a unique, dues-free, member-led model with local chapters across multiple cities and one unifying, virtual hub for member networking and connection. WTE offers a dynamic platform where women can access educational content, business resources, industry insights, and near-peer mentorship with other ambitious leaders, all completely free of charge.
