TECH360 – The Philly ‘burbs premier innovative business technology conference

Get Ready for TECH360!

TECH360 is a local business technology conference featuring the very latest developments in technology, tech workforce, leadership and innovation. Attendees will hear how to advance their companies through technology, as they interact with the region’s top companies, organizations, academic institutions, and tech professionals in today’s market.

2024 theme

Data 360

In today’s world most of our business decisions are data driven or data informed, and to do it right organizations have to make sure their data is clean, collected, organized, easily retrieved, leveraged in AI/ML and protected. This event will provide attendees with a comprehensive understanding of the entire data lifecycle, from collection to protection, sharing best practices for data cleaning and organization, exploring advanced methods for data retrieval, and discover how to maximize the potential of data using AI and machine learning technologies.

Who You Will Meet

Thought leaders
Industry innovators
Top tech employers
Tech service providers

What You Will Learn

Sector landscape and trends
Cybersecurity defense updates
Tech growth and innovation
Insight into the local tech sector

How You Will Interact

Engaging speakers
Panel discussions
Exhibitor demos
Networking sessions

About TECH360

Meet the Speakers

Seema Kesselring

Global VP @ SAP

Bill Evans

CEO @ Liberty Fox Technologies

Dr. Fiona Jamison

CEO @ Spring International

Ben Johnson

CEO @ Freya Systems

Ed Legge

Director @ PA Center for Workforce Information & Analysis

Alisa Scharf

VP of SEO & GenAI @ Seer Interactive

Ben Potts

Senior Manager @ Eigen X

Priyanka Gowda

Senior Consultant @ IBM

Kimberly DeLellis

Deputy Director @ PA Center for Workforce Information & Analysis (CWIA)

Greg Buckley

Manager @ Eigen X

Vinitha Moskal

President & CEO @ SmartCost Incorporated

Praise for TECH360

At TECH360 the audience has a great opportunity to learn what’s next, what innovations are coming to the tech industry and how to be prepared for all of the new things that are on the horizon. This event is unique because of its accessibility. All of the attendees here are local, they are interconnected, they’ll see each other’s companies on the road side as they drive to work, so you can really make a connection with those you meet.

Andrea Juarez

Business Development Revenue Management, Customer Success @ SAP

TECH360 is unique because it is a truly regional tech conference with a diverse set of topics. I get to talk to people in the area about issues that matter to them.

Erik Gudmundson

Chief Revenue Officer @ Pegasus Technologies

Conferences like TECH360 are critical to technology and innovation because it is a safe space to share ideas, to share mistakes that were made, to learn from other people, but also to get best practices as to how we move technology forward, how innovation is helping humanity and society and how can we use it in our organizations…Through conferences like this we learn how to make our companies better, which in turn serves to make our products better for our users.

Natalie Plummer, Esq.

Director of Diversity, Equity and Inclusion @ Bentley Systems, Inc.

Events like TECH360 are so important to innovation because people need to get together and collaborate, share ideas. Especially when it comes to technology and software, the opportunity to share ideas and build community is only going to make us all stronger.

Dan Kessler

President @ Energage

Strengths of conference: variety in topics but not too many attendees feel they missed; intimate conference based on # attendees; structured, on-time, well organized

Donnique Bell

Regional Program Director @ Tech Impact

TECH360 feels more like a community…with this group it hits home and you see relationships that have lasted many years.

Frank Buttaro, III

Major Accounts Manager @ United Training

TECH360 has been unique in that it involves so many different perspectives all around the same topic of technology. I think it is just incredible that TECH360 has pulled together so many people in this local area to talk about such important topics.

Cait Rosica Russell

Director @ Neurodiversity Employment Network

TECH360 provides an opportunity to cultivate ideas from different perspectives. Networking with the diversity of businesses that you have really spawns innovation and ideas that people can take back to their businesses.

Eric Barnes

H.R. Information Systems Manager @ Wawa

My biggest takeaway from today is leaving with a positive impact on how our community is growing… and how we all try to work together to make it happen.

Caryn Rosica

Business Development Specialist @ Intellitec Solutions

TECH360 has a very good collaborative culture. I love it and participate every year.

Ken Pyle

H.R. Partner Exploit Developer @ CYBIR

Conference Schedule

8:30 am – 9:00 am

Atrium

Registration and Breakfast

9:00 am – 9:15 am

Auditorium

Welcome and Opening

9:15 am – 10:15 am

Auditorium

Opening Keynote: Customer360: Supercharge Your Customer Experience with Intelligent Data

PRESENTER: Seema Kesserling

The volume of data generated has experienced exponential growth in recent years with no sign of slowing down. Transforming this into useable information is a challenge for businesses and professionals alike. In this session let’s explore the big data trends and innovations to understand the implications on organizations. To future proof your business, lets delve into developing a long term strategy that connects data silos, and uses AI driven insights to bring teams together, drive profitability and grow customer satisfaction.

10:15 am – 10:20 am

Auditorium

Review Event Schedule

10:20 am – 10:25 am

ALL

Break

Session I

10:25 am – 11:15 am

Auditorium

Snowflake Hybrid Architecture Solutions

PRESENTER: Bill Evans

Ever wondered how to use Snowflake in practical applications without simply using it as a data archive? Join us to discuss various implementations we have completed with our customers in leveraging Snowflake coupled with API data to streamline custom application development and workflows.

10:25 am – 11:15 am

Upstairs – Room A

Building & Leading an AI Council

PRESENTER: Alisa Scharf

In this session, we will explore how to start enabling AI in your organization. Alisa will share experiences and learnings from a year of leading the AI Council at Seer Interactive, a premier digital marketing agency. We’ll specifically share:

Learnings from developing our AI Policy & Safe Use Governance
How businesses can safely combine their big data with generative AI to create value for customers
Practical strategies for vetting AI vendors and gaining client approval
Why learning & development is critical to ensuring data safety with AI

This session will provide actionable advice for business leaders, department heads, and those involved in AI policy development..

11:15 am – 11:20 am

ALL

Break

Session II

11:20 am – 12:10 pm

Auditorium

How to Stay Current in the Rapidly Changing Landscape of Data and AI

PRESENTER: Ben Johnson

In a rapidly evolving landscape where new terminologies and technologies emerge daily, staying informed can feel overwhelming. How can you ensure you’re equipped with the knowledge to make informed decisions? This talk presents a repeatable method leveraging AI to enhance your learning efficiency and effectiveness. We’ll apply this approach to explore two contemporary data management architectures: Data Fabric and Data Mesh. Discover how to harness AI to deepen your understanding of these concepts, empowering you to make truly data-driven decisions that align with your organization’s needs.

11:20 am – 12:10 pm

Upstairs – Room A

Labor Market Data Tools

PRESENTERS: Ed Legge and Kim DeLellis

No matter the project at hand, having relevant data enables employers to make informed decisions about their business. But knowing where to find the labor market information (LMI) you need, understanding how to interpret it, and applying it to everyday work can seem daunting. LMI provides insights about the state’s labor force, industry composition, occupational wages, employment outlook, and overall economic landscape. Pairing quantitative analyses, like numbers and statistics, with qualitative information, like personal stories, helps employers paint a picture of the workforce situation they face. The Center for Workforce Information & Analysis will provide an overview of data, tools, and resources that are readily available to help answer common questions faced by employers.

12:10 pm – 1:10 pm

Atrium

Lunch and Networking

1:10 pm – 2:10 pm

Auditorium

Midday Keynote: AI & Sports Analytics: Transforming Data into Winning Strategies

PRESENTERS: Ben Potts & Greg Buckley

This session explores the powerful combination of AI and sports analytics, focusing on how organizations can leverage advanced data techniques to gain a competitive edge. We will delve into the mechanics of Tableau Pulse, a groundbreaking feature that delivers next-gen metric-based experiences to your preferred platform. Additionally, we’ll showcase the custom English to SDQL AI interpreter developed for KillerSports, which revolutionizes sports betting analytics. Attendees will learn how to prepare their data for AI applications, ensure high accuracy in model training, and optimize costs without compromising on quality. This session is ideal for both technical practitioners and business leaders looking to integrate AI into their decision-making processes. Join us to unlock the full potential of your data and drive success in the fast-paced world of sports analytics.

2:10 pm – 2:15 pm

All

Break

Session III

2:15 pm – 3:05 pm

Auditorium

Data-Driven Supply Chain in the Pharmaceutical Industry

PRESENTER: Priyanka Gowda

This session will explore how data-driven strategies are used in supply chain management within the pharmaceutical sector, offering solutions to the industry’s most pressing challenges. Predictive analytics can not only enhance operational efficiency but also ensure compliance. Whether you’re a supply chain professional, data scientist, or a leader in the pharmaceutical industry, this session will help you understand the capability to harness data for optimizing your supply chain and driving innovation.

2:15 pm – 3:05 pm

Upstairs – Room A

From Data to Decisions: Crafting the Digital Thread in Modern Enterprises

PRESENTER: Vinitha Moskal

This presentation will explore the concept of ‘Data 360’—a holistic approach to data integration, analysis, and utilization across an organization. Will briefly delve into how companies can leverage the digital thread to connect disparate data points, systems, and processes to create a unified view of operations, enhancing decision-making and operational efficiency.

3:05 pm – 3:10 pm

All

Break

3:10 pm – 4:10 pm

Auditorium

Closing Keynote: The Power of People Analytics

PRESENTER: Dr. Fiona Jamison

In an era where data-driven decision-making is crucial, understanding and utilizing people analytics can be a game-changer for organizations. This session will delve into leveraging data for people analytics, offering practical guidance on how to get started. Whether you have big data or even small data, you can learn how to make more informed human capital decisions, from enhancing employee engagement to optimizing talent management. The session will provide actionable insights on building a people analytics strategy that aligns with your business goals, empowering you to move beyond intuition and drive measurable business outcomes through data.