Tech companies influence almost every facet of our daily lives, from how we communicate to the ways in which we travel and even how we buy our groceries. Products intended for use across all demographics benefit when broader demographics are represented–-teams with a broader range of people have a wider range of interests, experiences, and backgrounds to draw upon. They understand potential users of products better than less diverse teams.
There is a proven business case for diversity: companies who proactively build and consistently foster a diverse workforce often financially outperform their peers while creating more innovative products and satisfying their customers.
Join us for a discussion at Akamai Technologies on Thursday, June 28 featuring Armando Gonzalez, Vice-President of Product Experience and Design. Armando will discuss how great software relies on much more than great engineering. For software products to succeed, product teams must a have deep understanding of the people who will be using them and the important problems they care about.
Understanding the field of User Experience and how it impacts the success of companies
Exploring product teams with diverse backgrounds who understand their customer’s needs
Weighing the value of diversity of backgrounds and life experiences vs diversity of thought
AGENDA
5:30 PM – Registration and Networking
6:00 PM – Welcome, Claudia Sloan- Prospanica President, Adriana Fuentes – SHPE Silicon Valley President
6:15 PM – Diversity in Tech Presentation, Armando Gonzalez – VP Product Experience and Design
7:15 PM – Q/A & Discussion, Armando Gonzalez – VP Product Experience and Design
8:00 PM – Adjourn & Continued Networking
Armando González – VICE PRESIDENT, PRODUCT EXPERIENCE DESIGN & RESEARCH