Get ready for an exciting Tech It Out event with inspiring speakers and networking opportunities. Don’t miss expert speakers on topics including artificial intelligence, automation, and government updates!

Don’t forget to register to join us immediately following Tech It Out for our other signature event, the Spirit of the Midwest Awards!

In-person

Members: $20

Non-members: $25

Virtual

Members: $12

Non-members: $15

**Early birds get $5 off until 2/29/24**

 

Keynote: Christopher Lafayette

 

Chris Lafayette

Founder of Gatherverse

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Christopher Lafayette, an influential emergent technologist, speaker, and humanitarian from Silicon Valley, is making remarkable strides in the metaverse, AI, medtech, and Web 2.5 + sectors. He established Gatherverse to merge technology and human experience, ensuring every digital innovation reflects and caters to the aspirations of its users. He also founded HoloPractice, merging healthcare and technology. With advisory roles in organizations like Google, Meta, the European Commission, and multiple universities, Lafayette consistently advocates for the integration of humanity in technological progress.

 

 

Cost: $20

Join us for an inspiring event focused on how women are changing the dynamics in technology careers.

Our Keynote speaker this year is Jennifer Byrne, CTO Microsoft

Tech It Out Agenda:

12:30 PM – 1:00 PM Registration

1:00 PM – 1:10 PM Welcome and Intro – Amber Schwiesow, Tech it Out Chair

1:10 PM – 1:40 PM Keynote Speaker – Jennifer Byrne, CTO Microsoft

1:40 PM – 2:40 PM Panel Discussion – Who Runs the World? Girls! Panel Discussion with female game changers

2:40 PM – 3:10 PM Snack & Networking

3:10 PM – 3:40 PM Inside look at what is happening in Washington – Lisa Schoenthaler

3:40 PM – 4:10 PM Chasing Grace Video Episode 2

4:10 PM – 4:30 PM Closing Remarks

 


 

For our guests who are traveling in, we have a block of rooms available at The Sheraton Westport Plaza Hotel.

You will find the information for your online reservation link below. If you have questions or need help with the link, please do not hesitate to ask.
We appreciate your business and look forward to a successful event.

Event Summary:
WICT Guest Rooms

Start Date:
Sunday, May 12, 2019

End Date:
Sunday May 19, 2019

Hotel offering group rate:
Sheraton Westport Plaza Hotel, St. Louis
$159 USD per night

 

Sponsors for this event: 

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