Speakers
Expect 70+ Speakers
We’ll bring together top engineering leaders from today’s most successful and innovative companies, along with leaders & experts from adjacent disciplines engineering leaders work with closely, such as design, product, operation, etc.
Thuan Pham
Former CTO @ Uber & Coupang
Ya Xu
VP of Engineering, Head of Data and AI @ LinkedIn
Marcel Weekes
VP of Engineering @ Figma
James Everingham
VP of Engineering @ Meta
Melody Hildebrandt
Chief Technology Officer @ Fox Corporation
Rajashree Pimpalkhare
VP of Engineering @ Twilio
Anurag Agarwal
VP, Engineering @ Google Workspace
Melody Meckfessel
CTO @ Jasper
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Topics
All
Leadership
Career
Technology
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Agenda
August 27
August 28
CHECK-IN
8:00
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9:00
AM PDT
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9:00
AM PDT
Check-In
Check-In & Light breakfast
SPEAKING SESSIONS
August 27
August 28
ROUNDTABLE SESSIONS
TABLE
1
TABLE
2
TABLE
3
TABLE
4
TABLE
5
TABLE
6
10:00-10:45 AM PDT
11:00-11:45 AM PDT
12:00-1:00 PM PDT
1:00-1:45 PM PDT
2:00-2:45 PM PDT
3:00-3:45 PM PDT
4:00-4:45 PM PDT
Break
Lunch
What We Owe Each Other: Building High-Trust, Cross-Functional Collaboration
Host
Luke Stevens
Director of Engineering @ Jellyfish
Democratizing ML and AI Development at Your Organization
Host
Ilan Rimon
Head of Engineering @ Bolt
DORA, SPACE, or DevEx: Which Framework Should You Choose?
Host
Abi Noda
Co-Founder and CEO @ DX
Mastering the Art of Managing Up: Positioning Platform Engineering as the Core Driver of Organizational Success
Host
Grace Huntley
Director of Engineering @ Code for America
Building High-Performing & Creative Engineering Teams
Host
Maher Hanafi
VP of Engineering @ Betterworks
Beyond Code: The Impact of Outcome-Focused Engineering
Host
Kasyap Vissapragada
Director of Software Engineering @ Walmart Global Tech
Leading Internally Focused Teams
Host
Jeremy McAnally
Technical Principal @ Sequoia Capital
Accelerating Engineering Team Cohesion: Implementing Personal READMEs
Host
Brad Schwartz
Principal / Founder @ Tech Leader's Coach
Coaching Your Team Through Tough Times
Host
Nikrad Mahdi
Former VP of Engineering @ DeepScribe
Resilience in Action: Turning Challenges into Opportunities
Host
Sabeen Syed
Head of Engineering @ Settle
Coaching: Directive vs. Non-Directive Approaches to Support Your Teams' Success
Host
James Birchler
Founder and CEO @ Actuate Partners
How Has Generative AI Changed Your Team's SDLC?
Host
Chihwei Yeh
Founder & CTO @ MeetAndy.ai
Leading through Change
Host
Sarah Duitsman
Engineering Director @ C2FO
Succession Planning and Talent Development
Host
Gurudutta Ramanathaiah
Engineering Leader @ Sigma Computing
Organizational Design with Teams in Different Timezones
Host
Tejas Kotecha
CTO @ Nabis
Helping Combined Hardware/Software Teams Deliver Great Products
Host
Nick Rossi
VP Engineering @ Dusty Robotics
Leading Engineering Organizational Transformation
Host
Manju Abraham
VP Engineering @ HPE
Leveraging AI in Developer Experience / Productivity Field
Host
Sridhar Ramakrishnan
Senior Director, Developer Experience & Productivity @ Slack
Developing Hardware Products in the World of AI
Host
Francisco Martinez Acevedo
Manager, Quality Engineering @ Matterport Inc
Up or Out: Navigating the Crossroads of Career Progression During Uncertain Markets
Host
Scott Swedberg
Co-Founder @ The Job Sauce
Management of the Future
Host
Dan Dancescu
Director of Engineering @ ex-LinkedIn
AI-Driven Team: Shaping the Workforce of the Future
Host
Dmitry Savchenko
VP of Engineering @ Kinesso
Mission-Aligned Teams: Evolution of Amazon's Single-Threaded Ownership (STO) Model for Startups and Scale-ups
Host
Henry Shi
Co-Founder @ Super.com
Panning for Gold in Your Operational Data
Host
Stacie Frederick
CPO @ Stanza Systems
Navigating Difficult Conversations
Host
Daisy Liu
Engineering Leader @ Google
Strategies for an Efficient Performance Review Cycle
Host
Nono Guimbi
Engineering Manager @ Airbnb
From Chaos to Cohesion: Mastering Organizational Design
Host
Annie Zhou
Director of Engineering & Product @ ex-Square
Does Your Developer Productivity Metrics Match Developer Sentiment?
Host
Mitali Parthasarathy
Director Engineering @ Yelp
The Matrix: A Leader's Labyrinth - Navigating Matrixed Orgs
Host
Prashant Ramarao
SVP Engineering @ Yahoo
Making unpopular decisions
Host
Darian Shimy
Founder and CEO @ FutureFund Technology
The Art of Networking for Introverts That Drives Sustainable Career Growth
Host
Wen Hsu
Founder & CTO @ Wen Coaching
Handling Change as Your Leadership Role Evolves Over Time
Host
Hale Yaman
Leadership and Executive Coach @ Minerva Coaching
Staying Centered in High-Stress Environments
Host
Kelly Ehret
Leadership Coach and Strategic Consultant @ Latitude Consulting and Strategy
Navigating Career Setbacks: Moving Up After Accepting a Down-Level Role
Host
Wen Hsu
Founder & CTO @ Wen Coaching
Understanding and Overcoming Impostor Syndrome
Host
Hale Yaman
Leadership and Executive Coach @ Minerva Coaching
Self Care in an Always On World
Host
Kelly Ehret
Leadership Coach and Strategic Consultant @ Latitude Consulting and Strategy
Agenda
- Speaking Session
- Speaking Session
August 27
August 28
CHECK-IN
8:00-9:00 AM PDT
Check-In & Light breakfast
ROOM 1
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ROOM 4
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Agenda
- RoundTable Session
- RoundTable Session
August 27
August 28
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The Experience
Designed to prioritize deep conversations & meaningful connections , ELC Annual offers a unique blend of interactive and immersive highlights - Gain invaluable insights in expert-led speaking sessions, expand your network through hand-matched 1:1 meetings, and tap into cross-company perspectives via peer-led roundtable discussions.
Curated 1:1 Meetings
We believe the most valuable part of our event is the opportunity to make real connections that last beyond ELC Annual. Our team hand-selects 5 to 10 connections for you and reserves time for you to network with each one.
Purposeful Connections, Easy
We understand the challenge of striking up conversation with unfamiliar faces in a large crowd. At ELC Annual, our team will personally curate 5 to 10 connections for each attendee, tailored to factors such as location, level, team size, domain, company stage, industry, and interests. You’re guaranteed to build connections with like-minded individuals and leave the conference with a valuable support network.
Effortless 1:1 Meetings
We send you personalized intros before the event, so you know who you’re matched with. We've also reserved dedicated time in our networking lounge, to ensure you have the opportunity to meet. All intros and meeting info are accessible via our mobile app, so it’s easy to find before and during the event.
Curated Roundtable Discussions & Peer Coaching
Classroom-Style Speaker Sessions
Connect Lounge
Previous Speakers
Two days of keynotes, fireside chats, panels, workshops, and roundtables centered on empowering engineering leaders to grow and adapt in today’s dynamic tech landscape.
Why Should You Attend
Connect With A Dynamic Community
Expand your network and form lasting relationships with like-minded professionals who share your passion for growth, innovation and success.
Gain Actionable Insights From Industry Experts
Learn from experienced engineering leaders who are at the forefront of the industry. Gain valuable insights, practical tips, and innovative strategies that you can apply to your own organization and teams.
Broaden Your Skills And Knowledge
Sharpen your leadership skills and broaden your knowledge base with our diverse range of sessions and speakers. Learn new approaches to leadership, management, and problem-solving that can help you achieve greater impact.
Find Real-World Solutions To Your Biggest Challenges
Get answers to your biggest challenges by hearing directly from experts who have successfully navigated similar obstacles. Gain fresh perspectives on your organization and team's unique challenges and opportunities.
Stay Ahead with The Latest Tech Industry Trends
Stay up-to-date on the latest trends and developments in the tech industry. Discover new tools and techniques that can help you stay ahead of the competition.
Recharge And Re-Energize
Take a break from your usual routine, unwind,and reconnect with your passion in an inspiring location. Be invigorated by the success stories of others and gain the confidence you need to take your organization and teams to new heights.
Past Attendees
Gain outside perspectives from across the industry
Tickets
Standard Ticket
1,095
REGISTER
2 day pass
Curated 1:1 meetings
Access to all roundtable sessions
Access to 50+ speaking sessions
Access to Connect Lounge
Group Ticket
930.75
REGISTER
Everything included in Standard tickets
Subtotal
$4,380
Discount
(15% Off) - $657
Total
$
3,723
What Attendees Are Saying
See what fellow engineering leaders have to say about ELC Annual and why they're excited for two days of expert insights, invaluable connections, & impactful moments at ELC Annual 2024:
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FAQ
Frequently Asked Questions
Who should attend ELC Annual?
ELC Annual is designed for engineering leaders. Whether you’re a first time manager or a seasoned executive, this conference is optimized for you to connect with others industry to grow your skills as a leader.
Do you have a justification letter to get approval from my manager?
Yes, you can access our template here.
I’d like my team to attend ELC Annual. Do you offer discounts for groups?
Yes! Groups of three or more are eligible for a discount.
- Groups of 4 - 9 people: 15% discount
- Groups of 10 people or more: 25% discount
To receive your discount code, email [email protected] with your company name and the names of the team members you’re hoping to register. This discount cannot be combined with other discounts or applied retroactively.
I work at a startup. Is there a reduced registration rate for me?
Yes, startups that are less than three years old and have raised less than $3 million may qualify for a reduced registration rate on any ticket type. All registrations for the startup rate are subject to approval by ELC. This discount cannot be combined with other discounts or applied retroactively.
Startups must apply to receive the reduced startup rate. To get started, email [email protected] with the company name and website.
Are there single-day or single-session tickets available?
Registration and attendance is encouraged for the entire ELC Annual schedule. At this time, there are no single-session or single-day tickets available.
Can I make changes to an existing registration or transfer a registration to someone else?
If you need to make changes to an existing registration, contact us by emailing [email protected]. Be sure to include your name, company, and the information you’d like to update in the email.
Tickets are transferable to qualified attendees. Email [email protected] to request a transfer and get support.
How will I receive my tickets for ELC Annual?
Your confirmation and ticket will be sent by email once you’ve completed your registration and paid in full. If you can’t find the confirmation email in your inbox, please check your spam folder and then email [email protected]. Be sure to include your name and company in the email.
Where can I find a receipt for my registration?
Your receipt is included in your event confirmation email. If you can’t find it, please email [email protected] to request your receipt. Be sure to include your name and company in the email.
How do I access ELC’s virtual community?
You can access our community here or through your registration confirmation. To have the best event experience, be sure to complete your entire profile.
Will ELC sell attendee lists?
No, we will not share or sell attendee information.
My application was marked as “pending.” What do I do?
Our team will email you with the status of your application once it’s been reviewed by the ELC. If it is accepted, we will send you the necessary information to pay and receive confirmation of your attendance. If you have any questions, please email [email protected].
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