Sheena Yap Chan

Keynote Speaker

Consultant

Author & Podcaster on building Self-Confidence

The Tao Of Self-Confidence

“Sometimes you just got to go for it and trust in yourself that you’re capable of doing it.”

Mary Dee

Joy Catalyst

Founder

MADLOVE Agency

“Everything you want, and I mean EVERYTHING is available for you.

If you find yourself in fear when life's challenges show up, hold the vision of what you want in your mind because your brain tells your body what is possible. Thoughts become actions so let your actions be a result of your dreams. Remember that courage is a muscle...it gets stronger the more you use it. Let your courage always be greater than your fear. If you get knocked down, you can surely get back up. It's okay for you to take a break darling, but don't ever quit. You are always closer to what you want than you think.”

"A STE(A)M career is a commitment to lifelong learning. Being a leader in this field means sharing your experiences and knowledge as you learn. Don't feel you have to be an expert in every little detail of a technology or technique to impart what you know. Share your journey as you go, through speaking, blogging, or any way you can, and be a role model for the next generation."

Carly Richmond

Developer Advocate

Elastic

"Define your own path, ignore the naysayers and be willing to take calculated risks!"

Bhawna Dua

Engineering Program Manager

Proofpoint

Shante Torres

Owner

Lead Consultant & Developer

Crowned By Tay Consulting

"Never let someone else's boundaries define yours."

Priyanka Makhijani

Machine Learning Scientist

ChemImage Corp.

"To ALL women pursuing their dreams : Persistence and hard-work are irreplaceable and should be in your arsenal. Be ready to be a fool before becoming a master. If you allow it to be everything is happening for you."

Jenny Li

Visual Development Artist

Warner Bros. Animation

"Don't give up! It's okay if you don't hit your goals right away. Other people have their own timelines, and you have your own. The most important thing is continuing to work hard in your passion—when your skill reaches a high enough level, people will naturally come to you!"

Lamya Alaoui

Chief People Officer

Hala Systems

"Diversity is not only about embracing our differences, but also about recognizing and valuing the unique perspectives and experiences that each individual brings to the table. Fostering a diverse, equitable and inclusive workplace is not just the right thing to do, it's the smart thing to do."

Diana Mutheu

Associate Data Scientist

Roche

"Little steps, big wins. I live by this mantra. Never disregard the small steps you make in life, they eventually amount to something great. You might not see this now but eventually, you definitely will."

" " How you do anything, is how you do everything."

Consistency in what you do and how you do it is not just important for others to know what to expect from you, but for you to understand who you are. Consistency builds patterns which creates a strong foundation for you to go after what you want. Aim high and enjoy the falls."

Lauren Long

Director, Marketing Operations

Prescriptive Data

Stephanie Willerth

CEO, Axolotl Biosciences

Professor, University of Victoria

"I want to encourage women to pursue careers in STEM - it has been an exciting journey - both being a University Professor as well as in my role as a C.E.O. of a biotechnology start-up. Engineering is a powerful tool that allows you to be creative while also tapping into your analytic side."

Bernice Chao

Co-Author

The Visibility Mindset

"You don't have to have the perfect answer to contribute. Your idea may not be fully formed, but it could be the source of your team's breakthrough, and what you bring could help spark something for the rest of the group. Take advantage to be visible and heard."

Amy M. Le

CEO

Quill Hawk Publishing

"Everyone has a story and only you have the power to write yours the way you want to be remembered. It takes courage to follow your passion so be authentically you and success will come. Remember that persistency, consistency, and innovation will set you apart."

Senna Bayasgalan

Managing Director

Marketing & Communications

Global Private Capital Association

"It's important to recognize that the systemic barriers to success for women are not simply manifestation of sexism, but a reflection of a deeper societal issue - a lack of representation and understanding of women's experiences and perspectives.

So to all the women out there, I say keep pushing forward, making history, and forging your own path. Your worth, vision, and capabilities are not up for debate. You deserve to be where you are and are the best at what you do.

Remember, no matter how hard the journey may seem, this too shall pass. In its wake, you will have become the woman you're proud of and an even greater force to be reckoned with."

Rachel Maeng Brown

CEO & Founder

GEN Agency

"No one can stop you from doing something that you genuinely believe you can achieve. Having an unwavering belief in yourself is what makes you successful."