CxO Summer Exchange – Top Golf (August 21st, 2024)
This past August’s CxO Summer Event at Top Golf in El Segundo brought together technology professionals and industry leaders for a vibrant evening of networking, entertainment, and collaboration. Our members, both experienced golfers and newcomers, enjoyed a laid-back setting where friendly competition encouraged social interaction. In addition to the fun, attendees had plenty of opportunities to engage in insightful conversations, exchanging ideas and perspectives on industry trends. The experience would not have been possible without the support of our sponsor, Trustwave, a leading name in cybersecurity. This fusion of entertainment and professional engagement made the event a standout success, leaving participants with lasting connections and valuable takeaways.
Innovate@UCLA Women in Technology (WIT) Virtual Workshop – Leading Without Authority (October 17th, 2024)
On October 17th over 70 participants joined our Women in Technology online workshop on “Leading without Authority”. The event was a collaboration between Innovate@UCLA WIT and Women in Technology Hollywood (WiTH) and acted as a segway into the SoCal Women Leadership Summit. We were joined by speakers from Insigniam Anna Islamova, Business Management Consultant, and Josh LeGassick, Professional Management Consultant. After hearing from our speakers on how to foster collaboration and relationship building to drive action across teams, attendees had the chance to network with other women leaders while discussing the concepts from the workshop setup. Innovate@UCLA WIT celebrates another successful event that has fostered valuable connections that will surely empower women to seek leadership in their careers.
SoCal Women Leadership Summit – Where Women in Technology Meet (November 8th, 2024)
Following the successful virtual workshop on “Leading without Authority” in October, the SoCal Women’s Leadership Summit emerged as an eagerly anticipated in-person event at the historic AVALON Hollywood. The event, organized by Women in Technology: Hollywood Foundation(WiTH) provided participants with the wonderful opportunity to meet up in person with the connections they made at our previous WIT virtual workshop. Under the inspiring theme “Together WiTH”, the full-day summit transformed online connections into real-world networking opportunities as part of the Infinity Festival. The event showcased a dynamic program of keynote speakers, panel discussions, and leadership awards that recognized exceptional advocates in entertainment technology.
Southern California CIO Executive Summit – Collaborating with Evanta (December 4th, 2024)
Innovate@UCLA partnered with Evanta, a Gartner Company, to support the Southern California CIO Executive Summit, a premier gathering of the region’s top IT leaders at the Marriott Long Beach Downtown. This exclusive, one-day program brought together CIOs to address shared challenges and explore innovative solutions through peer-driven discussions. Attendees tackled critical priorities such as leveraging AI for business-enabling tools, advancing the use of data and analytics, and expanding digital initiatives through emerging technologies. The event provided a unique opportunity for Southern California CIOs to collaborate, exchange insights, and strategize for the future of their organizations.
2024 Executive End-of-Year Board Celebration (December 4th, 2024)
The Innovate@UCLA community convened at L’Opera Restaurant in Long Beach for the second consecutive year to enjoy a Year-End Board Celebration Dinner. Participants gathered to recognize the extraordinary achievements of the Innovate@UCLA Board, honoring their amazing leadership and remarkable contributions throughout the past year. Their forward-thinking approach and strategic vision continue to motivate and elevate the entire community, setting the stage for future collaborative endeavors in innovation. SID Global Solutions, a cutting-edge AI service partner, and Tentek, a premier technology staffing organization kindly sponsored this event and enjoyed the memorable evening with our members.
At the heart of Innovate@UCLA lies a commitment to creating dynamic spaces where technology professionals meet, exchange insights, and explore the evolving frontiers of innovation. The organization cultivates an environment that goes beyond traditional networking, enabling meaningful conversation, strategic partnerships, and technological exploration.
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