The promise of AI is tantalising, from automating routine writing tasks to modelling health outcomes for large populations, the technology is rich with promise. But we can’t benefit from the promise if we don’t know how to secure systems. Some risks like prompt injection attacks on LLMs (large language models) and deep fake audio and video hacks get all of the headlines. But are they the biggest threats to trustworthy AI? Find out how to assess real vs perceived or overblown risks in AI and ML.

Demand for STEM skills is expected to grow by 8% to 2025. The number of multinational tech giants establishing or expanding an Irish presence ahead of its EU neighbours places extra pressure on the local talent pool. One of the government’s key considerations is to target females with long-term recruitment and retainment policies, with a view to making STEM industries more attractive. However 46% of science, engineering and tech companies are struggling to fill key roles and 64% reporting that talent deficits are a critical concern for employers. This panel will discuss how companies can create diverse, equitable and inclusive workplaces that allow every employee to thrive. From promoting inclusive hiring practices to providing mentorship and support for underrepresented groups in STEM fields, these initiatives are breaking down barriers and creating opportunities for everyone to flourish.

What initiatives are making a significant impact in creating a more diverse and inclusive STEM community?

What scholarships, internships and placements and returners’ programmes are available for those who have taken a career break?

What innovative and effective recruitment campaigns have successfully attracted diverse and talented women?

Lorna Martyn, Regional Chair & SVP for Technology of Fidelity Investments Ireland, recipient of the AmCham Global Leadership and Technology Ireland Person of the Year awards in 2023 will share her personal journey of finding her voice and using it at regional and c-suite level to amplify the voices of others. She will share why authenticity matters when building and sustaining a long career and why successful advocacy is the ultimate leadership award

Ireland’s economic success will be driven by harnessing a strong entrepreneurial ecosystem which utilises the skills, ambition and talent of a diverse population. Increasing opportunities for women is crucial in order to grow the number of women becoming entrepreneurs and increase the number of women-led start-ups with high growth potential. This panel will address the key challenges impacting on the growth of female led business opportunities and how government and key stakeholders across the public and private sector can drive better access to funding for women at all stages on their enterprise journey. It will also discuss incentives and recognition programmes that companies can offer to motivate women to pursue entrepreneurial endeavours within their organisations. Empowering women to take ownership of their work and pursue new ideas can help drive success and innovation within a company.

How can we increase the opportunities for women entrepreneurs and women in management?

Why are women under represented in entrepreneurship?

How can founders navigate the start-up ecosystem to start their business?

What incentives can companies offer to motivate women to pursue entrepreneurial endeavours within their organisations?