WTC Innovation Summit
The Innovation Summit is an annual event that unites technology professionals, leaders, companies and community members to share insights and strategies around the biggest trends impacting the technology sector, its workforce, and especially women in tech. It is also a celebration of the policies, companies and programs that are making a meaningful impact.



2026 Innovation Summit
Innovation Summit: AI Won’t Wait
The companies and individuals pulling ahead right now aren’t waiting to “figure out AI.” They’re already using it to move faster, operate smarter, and win.
Everyone else? They’re falling behind—fast.
On June 4, the Women Tech Council is bringing together leaders across Utah’s tech community for a focused, high-impact morning. This isn’t a conference. It’s a playbook.
This playbook will be shaped by our speakers including:
- Brooke Baker – Director of Data Science, Prove
- Jon Bradshaw – CEO, Codebase & President AI Utah
- Shawnna DelHierro – CIO, SundHound AI
- Maggie Haas – Associate Data Scientist, Domo
- Kristen Hansen – General Manager, Leland
- Vic Hockett – Associate Commissioner, Talent Ready Utah
- Jacob Miller – Vice President of Platform Intelligence, Pattern
- Rasha Qudisat – Chief Engagement and Effectiveness Officer, UVU
- Clemence Roger – Director of Content, SafetyChain Software
- Kristie Rowley – Sr. Manager, AI/ML Engineering, BambooHR
- Manu Sood – SVP Enterprise Technology Operations and AI Transformation, AvidXchange
- Julie Simmons – CIO, DDI World
- Cydni Tetro – President MTNP, Founder WTC
- Kim Wittman – Chief People Officer, Waystar
- Derek White – Founder & CEO, Primitive
- Brian Ware – Office Lead, Slalom
- Catherine Wong – COO/CPO, Entrata
What you’ll get:
- A clear view of the AI-driven economy and what’s changing now
- Trend insights shaping companies, jobs, and growth
- What AI leaders are doing to lead out
- Fast-paced panels + TED-style talks from leaders in the field
- Real, practical AI tools you can start using immediately
You’ll walk away understanding:
- Where you are exposed—or ahead
- How roles, teams, and talent are being rewired
- What it actually takes to compete in this next phase
Because here’s the reality: AI isn’t coming. It’s already reshaping who wins.
- Thursday June 4
- 9:30am-12pm
- Thanksgiving Point Show Barn
- 2975 S Thanksgiving Wy, Lehi, UT 84043

Check Out Summit Highlights
Insights from the C-Suite
AI and the Future of Work
Allies at Work – Rachel Cottam
Conversation with Gabb CEO – Nate Randall,
Angela Layton, Computer Science Student, University of Utah
Lisa Thomas, Manager, Brand Partnerships, Pura
Melissa Suarez, Bed Bath and Beyond
Chris Wolfe, Global Head of AI and Advance Services, Broadcom
Chesshire Gaylor, Global Chief Experience Officer, Credera
Mark Reese, Director Enterprise Data Management and Governance, Cambia Health
Marina Nitsa Viergutz, Venture Capital Allocator, Arieli Capital





