Welcome to Tech(ish) Queer Women and Friends!

Join us for a gathering of queer women, and friends, who are interested in all things tech. This in-person event is an opportunity to meet like-minded individuals, share experiences, and build a supportive community. Whether you're a coding whiz or just starting to explore the tech world, everyone is welcome.

Don't miss out on this chance to connect with amazing people in a welcoming and inclusive environment.

We've got three brilliant speakers for you on topics critical for your career and give you a more critical understanding of what is happening in tech:

• Kelsey Morgan, founder of Lawful Creators on Intellectual Property - a topic of more and more importance as it forms a shaky foundation underpinning the AI boom
• Chimmy Kalu, Product Designer at Triptease on Product Design - an area many of you have told us you want to learn more about and one that has application in ever area of tech
• Raga D'silva, CEO and Co-Founder of OUTspoken Speakers on Public Speaking - you all have so much to say, learn how to be an impactful public speaker so you can be heard

We'll be hosted by Marion Bentata, Fusion and Security Operations Reporting and Analytics Lead at State Street.

State Street is a global leader across investment servicing, markets and financing, and investment management. With c. 12% of the world’s financial assets flowing through their doors every day, they are a trusted partner to institutional investors and a vital part of the global economy. Together with their clients — asset managers and owners, insurance companies, official institutions and central banks — State Street help create better outcomes for the world’s investors and the people they serve.

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Whether you're a seasoned techie or just tech(ish), this event is for all queer women and their friends interested in the tech industry. Connect with like-minded individuals, share experiences and insights, and build a strong community in the tech world. Let's geek out together!

We are planning intriguing talks and lots of time for conversation.

Our goal is to facilitate the conversation between people who are pushing the boundaries of what is possible, people who are starting their exploration into the field and people who are not in tech but are wondering how it will affect them.

Schedule:

17:30 - 18:15 Networking, snacks and drinks (vegan, gluten-free, and non-alchoholic options will be available)

18:15 - 19:45 Talks and Q&A

19:45 – 21:00 Networking and discussion

If you are interested in speaking at future events, please let us know here.

Any questions, please get in touch at [email protected]

All attendees will be expected to abide by our code of conduct to ensure we have a safe and welcoming place for everyone.

Your Speakers

Kelsey Morgan is a specialist in intellectual property, based in Birmingham, UK.

Educated at the University of Liverpool and Queen Mary, University of London, she has built a diverse career spanning start-ups, national law firms, international charities, and higher education institutions.

Kelsey is now the founder of Lawful Creators, a UK-based consultancy dedicated to helping creatives and entrepreneurs safeguard their intellectual property.

She has delivered talks and taken part in events across the UK, with organisations such as Black Tech Fest, OneTech, and the International Women's Festival among those she has collaborated with. Kelsey brings energy, clarity, and passion to every engagement, sharing her expertise in intellectual property, entrepreneurship, and business in a way that resonates with a wide range of audiences.

Raga D'silva is the CEO and Co-Founder of OUTspoken Speakers, the UK’s first speaker agency dedicated to amplifying the voices of queer women and non-binary individuals. She is an award-winning entrepreneur, author of Untold Lies, writer, TEDx speaker, podcast host, and a passionate LGBT+ activist, particularly within the South Asian community in the UK and India.

A leading voice in the fight for marriage equality in India, Raga has been recognised as one of the Top 100 Trailblazing LGBT+ Women. Her advocacy work has been featured on major media platforms including BBC, Sky News, ITV, Channel 4, NDTV, India Today, BBC Hindi, and various regional language networks, where she continues to champion LGBTQ+ rights on a global scale.

She is also the Co-Producer and host of The Views Room Podcast, which recently launched its third season Older Queer Voices Podcast, focusing on the voices and experiences of older queer individuals.

Chimmy Kalu is a multidisciplinary designer with a foundation in software engineering and nearly two decades of experience crafting digital products that people love.

She started as a consultant software engineer before transitioning into design about 12 years ago. This blend of technical and design expertise allows her to deliver impactful solutions efficiently, empowering teams to iterate quickly and effectively.

Currently, Chimmy is working as a Staff Product Designer at Triptease where she leads the design of scalable B2B products that increase hoteliers' direct revenue. Her role involves strategic decision-making, cross-functional collaboration, and a deep understanding of the hospitality industry's unique challenges.

Beyond this role, she engages in selective freelance projects, assisting founders and startups in identifying and developing MVPs that resonate with their target audiences. Her approach is grounded in rapid-prototyping, user-centric design, and strategic thinking.

She's also passionate about mentoring and upskilling design teams. Through workshops, 1:1 sessions, and her newsletter 'love+design,' Chimmy shares insights from her design career, what she's building, as well as products and experiences she loves. Her LinkedIn Learning courses ('Sketch Essentials' and 'Practical Accessibility') have been well-received, with learners praising their clarity and applicability.