2025 NEBRASKA WOMEN IN TECH SUMMIT: SPEAKERS

The Nebraska Women in Tech Summit brought together included expert-led panels covering topics such as AI advancements, data security, leadership in tech fields, and creating inclusive workplaces. Each session provided actionable insights, innovative strategies, and inspiration to help attendees navigate the evolving tech landscape.

panel moderators

AI/ML, Data Privacy, and Security

Danielle egr

Chief Technology Officer, Nelnet Campus Commerce

Beyond Diversity, Equity, & Inclusion: Shaping the Future of Tech

MARTINA CLARKE

Assistant Professor, UNO – School of Interdisciplinary Informatics

Tech Career Transitions: Navigating Technical Roles and People Management

KATIE BARTON

Chief Information Officer, Gallup

AI/ML, Data Privacy, and Security panel​ists

NICHOLE NOBBMAN

VP of Business Intelligence
Orion Advisor Solutions

NONI WILLIAMS

Sr. Cloud Data Engineer
Blue Cross Blue Shield

TESS MCKINNEY

CEO
XRenegades-WOB

NICHOLE NOBBMAN

VP of Business Intelligence
Orion Advisor Solutions

NONI WILLIAMS

Sr. Cloud Data Engineer
Blue Cross Blue Shield

TESS MCKINNEY

CEO
XRenegades-WOB

Dr. Lisa McKee Ph.D., CISA, CDPSE, CRISC

Assistant Professor of the Graduate Cybersecurity Program
Bellevue University

Beyond Diversity, Equity, & Inclusion: Shaping the Future of Tech PANELISTS

NORA PLAMBECK

Founder, Certified ADHD Coach, Speaker, Educator

JEANNE KELLEY

Patent, Copyright, & Trademark Attorney
McGrath North Mullin & Kratz

MELISSA STANLEY

Deputy CISO for Peraton
USSTRATCOM

BREANNA HETLAND

Co-Founder & CEO Family Room and Asst. Professor UNMC College of Nursing

NORA PLAMBECK

Founder, Certified ADHD Coach, Speaker, Educator

JEANNE KELLEY

Patent, Copyright, & Trademark Attorney
McGrath North Mullin & Kratz

MELISSA STANLEY

Deputy CISO for Peraton
USSTRATCOM

BREANNA HETLAND

Co-Founder & CEO
Family Room and Asst. Professor
UNMC College of Nursing

Tech Career Transitions: Navigating Technical Roles and People Management PANELISTS

DR. KYLIE ENSRUD

Chief People Officer
DataVizion

CATIE WILLIAMS

VP of Product Development
InEight

ALYSSA KROPP

Founder & CEO
The Casslo Group

SHEILA BYARS FIELDS

Entrepreneur, Philanthropist, Author

DR. KYLIE ENSRUD

Chief People Officer
DataVizion

CATIE WILLIAMS

VP of Product Development
InEight

ALYSSA KROPP

Founder & CEO
The Casslo Group

SHEILA BYARS FIELDS

Entrepreneur, Philanthropist, Author

LIGHTNING SPEAKERS

Jennifer DiMotta

Founder
Uprisors

Shubhra Kejriwal

Director of Client Platforms
Gallup

Stephanie Kidd

Communications Strategist
UNeTech Institute

ALLI KOESTER

Software Developer
Don’t Panic Labs

Jody Neathery-Castro

Interim Associate Vice Chancellor for Global Engagement
University of Nebraska at Omaha

Priyanka Prabhu

Technology Strategy Leader

Archana Raghu

Quality Lead
Quantum Workplace

Kathleen Ulrich

Managing Director, Marketing
Brillio

our panels

AI/ML, Data Security, and Privacy

Explore the intersection of AI, data security, and privacy in this engaging panel discussion. Panelists will delve into real-world AI applications, the challenges of implementing cutting-edge technologies, and strategies for balancing innovation with ethical and responsible practices. The conversation will also highlight the evolving landscape of data privacy, key cybersecurity threats, and how emerging regulations are shaping the future for tech companies and consumer protection in the age of AI.

Beyond Diversity, Equity, & Inclusion: Shaping the Future of Tech

Discover how companies can move beyond traditional DEI strategies in this thought-provoking panel discussion. Panelists will share innovative approaches to fostering truly inclusive workplaces, emphasizing practical solutions and measurable outcomes. The conversation will also explore how DEI initiatives enhance business success, drive innovation, and create lasting cultural change, providing actionable insights for organizations aiming to achieve meaningful progress in their DEI efforts.

Tech Career Transitions: Navigating Technical Roles and People Management

Panelists will share valuable advice on advancing your career in technical fields such as software engineering, data analytics, and beyond. The discussion will include strategies for excelling in technical roles, leading dynamic tech teams, and overcoming common barriers to leadership in a competitive industry. Gain insights into navigating challenges, building key skills, and positioning yourself for long-term success in the fast-paced world of technology, innovation, and leadership.

OUR PARTNERS