Women's Day Special: Gender Equity: A Catalyst for Better Tech Products and Fair AI Innovation
Join Munich’s dynamic female-led communities as they join forces for an impactful Women’s Day event, discussing the role of gender equity in shaping the future of tech and AI.
Hosted by Meta and led by Radia, Germany’s largest female tech community, the event unites top female networks in Munich, including Women in Security and Privacy, Munich International Ladies Association, Women in Big Data Munich, and Responsible Tech Hub. Together, let us explore why diverse perspectives are essential for building better technology and driving industry-wide change.
Don't miss this opportunity to connect, learn, and champion a more inclusive future in tech!
Agenda
6pm - doors open
6.30pm - welcome remarks by Dr. Laura Hirvi, Public Policy Manager DACH
6.45pm - presentation of Radia & other female networks
7pm - keynote by Sophie Sohm, Founder of WISP Munich
7.10pm - Panel discussion & QA
8pm - Networking & Activity
Activity: Post it Vision Board with key messages for the New German Government.
Each participant will write a post-it and put it on the vision board - What do we need for Women in Tech to Thrive?
We are thrilled to introduce our incredible panelists:
Dr.-Ing. Claudia Haubach-Lippmann
R&D Processes & Systems Manager, Accenture Industry X | Aerospace & Digitalization Expert
With 28 years at the forefront of digital transformation, Claudia has led groundbreaking innovations in aerospace, defense, and enterprise tech. She has held leadership roles at Airbus, Lilium, and VMware, shaping advancements in AI, predictive maintenance, and full-electric aircraft. A passionate advocate for young talent, she mentors future leaders through programs at TUM, LMU, and Airbus, while championing diversity in the industry. Holding a PhD in aerospace engineering and a mathematics degree in quantum physics, Claudia continues to push the boundaries of technological innovation.
Jomy Jose
Head of Application Managed Services EMEA, Munich Re | Executive Coach & Diversity Champion
With 20 years in tech across three continents—half of which in leadership—Jomy has driven large-scale digital transformations in startups, scaleups, and multinationals. As a specialist in IT strategy, product development, and change management, she builds high-performing, diverse teams to drive innovation. A passionate advocate for women and minorities in tech, she has been recognized by Women in Big Data for her leadership as Director of the Munich chapter. Through executive coaching, she has helped senior managers step into high-impact leadership roles with confidence and vision.
Verena Laumayer
Director, SAP Women in Tech Innovation & Development | International Speaker & Leadership Mentor
Verena Laumayer has been successfully working in the tech industry for over 25 years, including 23 years at SAP. She is currently part of the strategic SAP Women in Tech team within the Office of the CEO. The goal of SAP Women in Tech is to give the company’s female employees more visibility with their professional expertise.
In the fall of 2024, she was elected to the board of the Bitkom working group "Women in the Digital Economy," where she contributes her expertise and commitment to promoting diversity and equal opportunities.
Beyond her professional career, Verena is passionate about leadership development. She serves as a trainer in a non-profit organization, advocating for Positive Leadership, and mentors women and colleagues who want to advance their careers in the tech industry. As a freelance moderator and speaker, she shares her knowledge at conferences and events.
Habiba Sarhan
Responsible AI Consultant, Accenture | AI Ethics Researcher, TUM
Habiba is shaping the future of AI by ensuring it upholds ethical integrity and inclusivity. As a Responsible AI Consultant at Accenture DACH and a PhD researcher at TUM, she explores the societal risks of AI, focusing on how biased image captions can erase marginalized groups. Her work bridges academia and industry, driving responsible AI adoption and amplifying underrepresented voices in technology.
The panel will be moderated by Marcela Mogilska, founder of Radia
We are looking forward to seeing you there!