Future Forward Paris: A Leadership & Innovation Summit

The Future Forward: Leadership and Innovation Summit is a dynamic half-day event dedicated to exploring the cutting edge of leadership, innovation, and impact. Set in the heart of Paris at Le Wagon, this summit will gather a diverse group of thought leaders, industry experts, and change-makers who are committed to shaping the future.

Future Forward offers a unique opportunity for attendees to engage with forward-thinking content and networking opportunities. The summit will feature a mix of impactful talks, panel discussions, a hands-on workshop, and a closing keynote, all centered around building solutions for tomorrow’s challenges.

Key Themes and Topics:

• Leadership: Exploring the evolving role of leaders in a rapidly changing world and how to drive meaningful impact.
• Innovation & Emerging Technologies: Delving into the latest trends and advancements that are poised to redefine industries and society.
• AI and the Future: A focused discussion on the intersection of AI and leadership, emphasizing how AI can be harnessed to create positive change.
• Sustainability & Impact: Addressing the critical need for sustainable solutions and how innovation can lead to a more equitable and resilient future.

The event is structured to allow participants to interact, engage, and connect. Attendees will have the chance to network with peers, share insights, and collaborate on ideas that can drive real-world impact.

THE AGENDA:

2:00 PM - 2:30 PM

Doors Open

2:30 PM - 3:00 PM

Welcome & Opening Remarks

Lisa Mae Brunson: CEO, Wonder Women Tech

Virginie Vinson: CEO, Le Wagon

3:00 PM - 3:15 PM

Opening Talk

Niyati Shah, Global leader and social scientist

3:15 PM - 4:15 PM

Le Wagon Interactive Workshop

Fanny Serre: CEO, SocialBuilder

4:15 PM - 4:30 PM

Break: Networking & Snacks

4:30 PM - 5:15 PM

Interactive Panel: Impact & Sustainability: Building a Better Future

Moderator: Isabelle Bart, Impact Innovator

Gladys Yiadom, Laspersky

Anna Balez, Lizee

Maike Gericke, Tiramisu

Pierre-Mayeul de Nicolay, Bring4You

5:15 PM - 6:00 PM

Interactive Panel: AI & Impact: Leading with Innovation and Purpose

Wennie Allen, IBM

Caroline Jean-Pierre, GenAI Impact and Data for Good

Nadia Kadri, Google Cloud

6:00 PM - 6:15 PM

Break & Networking & Snacks

6:15 PM - 7:00 PM

Interactive Panel: "Future Forward: The Innovation Shaping Tomorrow’s Tech Landscape

Moderator: Dolapo Olorode, Papo Management LLC

Axel Tombereau, Odyssey

Catherine D Henry, EPAM Systems

7:00 PM - Closing Keynote Talk

7:30 PM - 9:30 PM - Networking, Cocktails and Roundtables

Moderator: Janice Levenhagen, Wevise

Maira Genovese, MG Empower

Isabelle Bart, Impact Innovator

Dolapo Olorode, Papo Management LLC

Event Highlights:

• Inspiring Talks: Short, impactful presentations from industry leaders and innovators.
• Engaging Panels: In-depth discussions featuring expert panelists on critical topics like AI in leadership, future trends, and sustainable innovation.
• Interactive Workshop: A hands-on session designed to equip attendees with practical tools and strategies for driving innovation and sustainability in their fields.
• Fireside Chat: An intimate conversation with a prominent figure in tech or leadership, offering deep insights into the future of innovation.
• Keynote Address: A powerful closing keynote that will inspire and motivate attendees to take action in shaping the future.

The day will conclude with a networking session over cocktails, offering attendees the chance to connect and continue the conversation in a relaxed setting.

Whether you’re an emerging leader, a seasoned executive, or someone passionate about driving change, the Future Forward Summit is an unmissable opportunity to gain new perspectives, build valuable connections, and be part of a movement to create the future.

The Partnership: Wonder Women Tech is an award-winning Impact organization in the U.S. dedicated to highlighting, celebrating, educating and amplifying women and leaders globally. We galvanize humans in driving culture, identity, belonging, and transformative leadership in tech, entrepreneurship and innovation.

We are honored to partner with Le Wagon Paris to kick off our first event in Paris which will launch a series of events over the next few years! Le Wagon is ranked as the world's best coding bootcamp and has enabled thousands of people to change their careers.

Host or Publisher Wonder Women Tech