IT Peer Group Meeting
Road Trip to Summerfest Tech
Summerfest Tech is the ultimate tech lover's road trip, and the UWEBC is excited to invite all members to join us for an adventure in Milwaukee from June 27th to 29th, 2023.Description
Pack your sunscreen, grab your shades, and hop in the car with us as we embark on a journey to discover the latest and greatest in technology at the sixth annual Summerfest Tech event. We'll be cruising through the streets of Milwaukee, soaking up the summer sun, and jamming to some killer tunes.
At Summerfest Tech, we'll be exploring everything from emerging technologies to cutting-edge innovation in the world of tech. With a large variety of exhibitors and keynote speakers, this event is sure to have something for everyone. Whether you're a tech guru, an entrepreneur, or simply curious about the latest advancements in the field, Summerfest Tech has got you covered.
So let's hit the open road and make some memories at Summerfest Tech! Join us for a fun-filled adventure that's sure to inspire and energize your inner tech enthusiast. Don't miss out on the opportunity to be a part of the tech scene in Wisconsin and help build excitement for the future of tech in our state.
Registration is open now and is free and open to all. While there is a virtual option, we'd love to see you in person so we can experience the programming together!
Agenda
| 8:00 AM | Welcome & Opening Remarks |
| 8:00 AM | Leading with Digital, Data, and Disruption |
| Moderator: Dr. Kristina Ropella, Dean of Engineering, Marquette University Panelists: Joe Manone, President and CEO, Rite-Hite Products Corporation Mike Troutman, Chief Information Officer, Zurn Water Solutions Corporation Chad Jones, Director of Software Engineering, Milwaukee Tool Bruce Wisnefske, Director of Advanced Manufacturing Operations, Sargento Foods Inc. |
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| 8:10 AM | Innovation | Discovering the Mindset to Pursue the Impossible |
| Chuck Swoboda, Innovator-in-Residence at Marquette University, Executive Chairman of Vast Therapeutics, and the retired Chairman and CEO of Cree, Inc. |
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| 9:00 AM | Break |
| 10:15 AM | Collaborations | Engineering and IT Working Together |
| Moderator: Sabha Museteif, Director, High Performance Organization, Rockwell Automation Panelists: Chris Nardecchia, SVP & Chief Digital & Information Officer, Rockwell Automation Lee Lane, VP GM Sensing, Safety & Industrial Components, Rockwell Automation Amber Malone, VP Global Engineering Controls & Automation, Generac Power Systems Tim Dickson, Chief Information Officer, Generac Power Systems |
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| 11:00 AM | Break |
| 11:15 AM | Collaboration Intelligence: Innovating with People Who Think Differently (Intelligent IoT) |
| Moderator: Doug Barton, Director, UW-Madison E-Business Consortium Panelists: Dave Jones, Sr Marketing Manager, Broan-NuTone Sam Girard, VP Customer Success, Johnson Controls Jody McDonough, Chief Information Officer, Sub-Zero Group John T. Bartucci, Vice President Connected Products, The Master Lock Company |
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| 11:15 AM | Collaboration Breakout on Dream Building |
| Moderator: Dr. Kristina Ropella, Dean of Engineering, Marquette University Panelists: Joe Manone, President and CEO, Rite-Hite Products Corporation Mike Troutman, Chief Information Officer, Zurn Water Solutions Corporation Chad Jones, Director of Software Engineering, Milwaukee Tool Bruce Wisnefske, Director of Advanced Manufacturing Operations, Sargento Foods Inc. |
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| 12:00 PM | Lunch & Networking |
| 12:30 PM | Mke Tech Hub Community Meetup |
| 1:15 PM | Justice Tech Workshop |
| Speakers: Nadiyah Johnson, Founder, Milky Way Tech Hub Eli Rivera, Co-Founder, The Way Out Ruben Gaona: Co-Founder, The Way Out |
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| 2:00 PM | Cybersecurity Trends - Global, National, and Regional |
| Amanda Knutson, Supervisory Special Agent, FBI |
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| 3:00 PM | Cybersecurity Breakout Sessions |
| 3:45 PM | Break |
| 4:00 PM | Ethical Machine Learning |
| Speaker: Kesha Williams, Senior Principal, Slalom |
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| 5:00 PM | Networking & Happy Hour |