Convince Your Boss Toolkit

“An amazing day full of insights from a diverse set of speakers. I went home feeling inspired and empowered to take action in my own organization, with a strong sense of what to do and how to get started"

- Merchant Success Manager @ Shopify

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Speakers

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Sessions

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Exhibitors

Why You Should Convince Your Boss

Attending the Women of Silicon Roundabout event can serve as a crucial stepping stone in your professional development, providing a vital tool to help you grow in your career. To make the most of your experience, it’s highly beneficial to gain the support of your organisation by informing your manager about how attending the event can benefit both your individual growth and align with company objectives.

We understand the challenges posed by the current climate when persuading your boss the value and investment in attending, such as budget restraints and the difficulty in getting time off work, especially if you work in a smaller team. To assist you in getting started, we have created a helpful template and provided some useful tips for writing to your boss.

Keynotes

Top Tips For Writing a Convincing Letter

  • Explain the purpose of the conference: Explain how it is relevant to your role and the company’s objectives. Highlight the specific skills, knowledge or insights you will gain by attending and how you will apply them in your role and your team.
  • Provide a clear agenda: Include a detailed agenda of the conference, highlighting sessions or workshops that are most relevant to your job role and career goals.
  • Quantify the benefits: Provide specific examples of how attending will benefit the company, such as learning new technologies, expanding your network, or gaining insights into industry trends that can improve company performance. Identify any valuable takeaways which could result in a positive return on investment for your organisation.
  • Address costs and logistics: Be transparent about the costs associated with attending the conference, including registration fees, travel expenses, and any other relevant costs. Provide a clear plan for how you will manage these costs and ensure that the company receives a positive return on investment.
  • Emphasize your commitment to the company: Convey your passion and commitment to the company, and explain how attending the conference will help you to better serve the company’s goals. Reassure your boss that you will remain fully engaged with your job responsibilities while attending the conference, and provide a plan for how you will share what you learn with the rest of the team.

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Professional Development

It’s time to take control of your career in the New Frontier. Our expert advisors will provide tailored career advice in pre-booked appointments to help you create a standout resume and land your dream job.

Explore new career possibilities and learn how to take your skills to the next level. Whether you’re looking to switch careers or improve your professional skills, our event is the perfect place to start.

With a wealth of resources and expert guidance, you can springboard your way to a stronger, more dynamic, and fulfilling career path.

Extensive Networking

Engage in a multitude of unrivalled networking opportunities, designed specifically for you to connect with like-minded tech experts and some of the greatest tech pioneers.

Establish mentor/mentee relationships and make meaningful connections at our Networking Hub.

Take your networking further with our event app where you can exchange contact details, message other attendees, engage in discussions, nurture your connections, and set up meetings all in one place.

Champion DE&I Initiatives

Elevate your organisation’s voice and showcase your achievements while highlighting your commitment to diversity, equity, and inclusion (DE&I) initiatives in the tech industry.

Connect with a diverse audience of industry professionals, share your valuable insights, and shape the future of the industry.

Whether you want to raise awareness of your organisation’s contributions, promote your DE&I initiatives, or connect with like-minded professionals, our event provides the perfect platform to amplify your voice and make a difference in the industry.

Learn The Latest Industry Trends

Explore the latest in tech through insightful presentations and on our show floor, with hundreds of brands showcasing their breakthroughs and making new connections.

Immerse yourself in our Innovation Quarter and witness the transformative power of frontier technologies through interactive demos, showcasing practical applications and potential impact.

Don’t miss out on this unique opportunity to learn from industry experts and gain valuable insights into emerging technologies, trends, and best practices.

Networking Opportunities

Hosted Drinks Reception

After the first day, you are invited to join us for a drink in the central bar. Packed with industry leaders, influential speakers, potential employers, and delegates, it will be an enjoyable end to Day 1. Do not miss your chance to meet like-minded peers, relax and make new industry connections.

Event App

Elevate your experience to the next level with the official Women of Silicon Roundabout event App! It enables you to book meetings with exhibiting companies, search & network with other attendees. With the ability to plan your day before you arrive, you can maximise your experience!

Networking Breaks

Utilise the breaks within the content programme and head to the Networking Bar. Whether you're looking to share ideas, fast track your career or drive the conversation, we've created a focal point so you can meet the connections that matter.

Roundabout Meet-ups

If you're looking to connect based on job title, interest or challenge area, these meet-ups are for you. These facilitated sessions are informal and intimate, creating an opportunity to voice shared challenges, collaborate and gain advice from your peers.

Mentor-Mentee Speed Networking

These sessions are designed to build effective mentor-mentee relationships, facilitate plans to establish goals and define roles & responsibilities. You'll meet multiple connections, with mentors sharing perspectives, learning and advice.

What your peers say about Women of Silicon Roundabout

Testimonial from Analytics Manager

Flawless organisation, wonderful speakers and audience, and an honourable mission!

Analytics Manager

Expedia

Testimonial from Principal Program Manager

A must attend for all women in Tech! 10/10

Principal Program Manager

Microsoft

Testimonial from Engineer

An exhilarating, inspiring, motivating, mind-stretching and thinking out of the box experience!

Engineer

ABB Group

Testimonial from Technical Engineer

The more people I’ve been speaking to, the more you’re like “I’m not really alone”

Technical Engineer

Options IT

Testimonial from Head of Project Management

Meeting all different types of people I think there’s people from all different companies backgrounds, experience

Head of Project Management

Trayport Limited

Testimonial from Programme Manager

The people I’ve met on the stands have been really engaging and I really like the agenda…

Programme Manager

Sportradar

Testimonial from Operations Director

Being a female in the tech industry and how they can relate – that’s one of the biggest things that has drawn me especially to wanting come to this event

Operations Director

ADXBA

Testimonial from Senior UX

An inspiring, insightful and personally transformative experience!

Senior UX

Tesco

Testimonial from Customer Success Manager

Motivational, inspirational, aspirational and empowering

Customer Success Manager

Autodesk

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