Beyond the Room: Mastering Executive Presence & Strategic Influence

The era of waiting to be "tapped on the shoulder" for leadership is over. In today’s complex tech landscape, professional success depends on your ability to navigate nuanced human dynamics, build influence without formal authority and command a room with confidence. How do you evolve your personal strategy to connect with stakeholders and make your voice heard in an environment that is louder and more multifaceted than ever before?

Canva is partnering with Women in Tech forum to bring you this thought leadership and community building event, a playbook for thriving in the new era of human-centric leadership.

Meet Our Speakers:

• Amanda Zafiris, Head of Marketing, Europe, Canva
• Ella Vawdrey, Head of Product (Pro Design), Canva
• Sophie Mills, Director, Education Ecosystem Strategy & Development, Splunk
• Special Guest
• Moderated by Angie Vaux, Founder & CEO, Women in Tech forum

Hear from industry experts as they share their insights on:

• Defining Executive Presence: Identifying the core characteristics of executive presence and using verbal and non-verbal communication to build gravitas.
• The Nuance of Influence: Actionable strategies to develop your influence and increase your impact at work, even when you don’t have formal authority.
• Finding Your Authentic Voice: Top tips to assert yourself and build rapport with your audience when you are the "only" woman in the room.

Whether you're looking to scale your impact, transition into leadership, or simply gain a competitive edge in your current role, this event will provide you with the insights and connections to make it possible.

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Host or Publisher Angie Vaux