Innovators, Leaders, Changemakers - Women Shaping the Future of Tech

​In 2025, our initiative evolved into Empowered at Tech Show, reflecting our commitment to fostering an inclusive tech community.

The annual panel took place on Day 1 this year, featuring Natalie Halimi, Principal Product Manager - Booking.com, Katarzyna Stoltmann, Head of Data Science and AI Solutions - AstraZeneca, Maja Sdrakas, Executive Director Head of Data-aaS - Deutsche Börse Group, Tana Dubel, Chief Information Security Officer (CISO) - Logitech, Amy Roberge, Head of Global CX Solutions Engineering - Zoom, and Mirella Cerutti, Regional Vice President Central & East Europe - SAS.

Key Takeaways: 

• Confidence matters - speak up, share your ideas, and trust your skills even if you’re not 100% sure.

• Build and nurture mentorship networks; supporting other women strengthens the whole community.

• When hiring, focus on inclusive language, balanced interview panels, and potential over perfection.

• Value soft skills like collaboration, communication, and empathy - they’re as vital as technical expertise.

• Push for fair pay, flexible roles, and parental policies that support all genders equally.

• Keep learning and adapting - AI and new technologies will create opportunities for women to lead in ethical innovation.

From Bytes to Brilliance - Celebrating Women's Impact in Tech

On the afternoon of Day 2 (23rd May) at Tech Show Frankfurt 2024, we held our leading Women in Tech panel, featuring speakers from ING Deutschland, MHP A Porsche Company, City Frankfurt am Main, Hessian Ministry for Digitalization and Innovation and of course the Women in Tech association itself. The panel was followed by the Women in Tech Networking drinks, open to all attendees of Tech Show Frankfurt, sponsored by ING Deutschland. Networking is key, especially in the tech sphere, so it's great to have partners like ING who push the conversation forward and support change with us. 

Key audience takeaways included: 

- Prof. Dr. Kristina Sinemus envisioned a future where women lead digital transformation by fostering inclusivity, flexible work models, and positive role models.  
- Eileen O'Sullivan stressed the need for diverse governance, adaptable workplaces, and preparation for shifting Gen Z expectations.  
- Agathe Engelmann shared her 25-year journey in tech, showcasing resilience and the impact of mindset shifts in empowering women.  
- Dr. Alexandra Denise Holtschulte highlighted ethical algorithms, leadership programs, and buddy systems to inspire women's success.  

"Keep Showing Up, and Leave the Door Open Behind You for Others"
Our 2023 Women in Tech panel featured speakers from LinkedIn, Google, e.on and ERNI. The panel addressed the shift in mentality in the tech industry and the importance of diversity.

Women have always been underrepresented in the tech industry, but Tech Show Frankfurt is committed to promoting gender diversity and inclusion in our conference programs. 

Key audience takeaways included:

- The impact of technology on business and the need for effective change management.

- Engaging non-tech communities and creating opportunities for women, girls, and non-STEM students to work in the field.

- The connection between AI and ethics and the role of technology in promoting diversity, equity, and inclusion.

- Managing the expectations and pressures women face in the tech industry and balancing different roles and responsibilities.

This panel discussion was a small but important step towards a more inclusive and diverse tech industry.

A special thank you to Tatjana Tasan, Livia von Mitschke Collande, Romina Pyplacz, Aida Chouchane and Miriam Kugel.