Events

Women who mean business - Liv Britz

Kerensa Jennings shares her inspiring story, leadership insights, and advice for women striving to succeed in the tech industry.

Women who mean Business - Kerensa Jennings

Celebrate International Women's Day with inspiring stories and discussions on women's achievements, challenges, and future goals in the tech world.

International Women's Day

Test Event - CITF Admin Only

Join us for a 15-minute drop-in call, where we'll whip your membership at CITF into shape.     On the agenda: a rapid-fire password reset session and a no-holds-barred Q&A about our service. Plus, everyone who shows up will score a complimentary 30-minute coaching call with our CEO and certified coach, Joanna Poplawska.     This is your chance to sharpen your edge and dominate with CITF. 

Getting the most of your membership

In today's rapidly evolving business landscape, fostering an inclusive culture is not just a strategic advantage—it is a necessity. Join us for an enlightening session, "Embracing an Inclusive Culture to Create Workforce of the Future with Cisco," where we delve deep into the transformative power of diversity and inclusion (D&I) in shaping the workforce of tomorrow.     EVENT OVERVIEW  This event is designed to provide leaders, HR professionals, and diversity advocates with actionable insights and strategies to cultivate an inclusive workplace environment. By embracing diversity and fostering an inclusive culture, organisations can unlock innovation, drive performance, and ensure long-term success.     KEY TOPICS COVERED   1. The Business Case for Inclusion     1. Understanding the tangible benefits of diversity and inclusion in the workplace.     2. Case studies and examples of organisations that have successfully leveraged D&I for business growth.  2. Strategies for Building an Inclusive Culture     1. Practical steps to embed D&I into the core values and operations of your organisation.     2. Tools and frameworks to assess and improve your current D&I initiatives.  3. Overcoming Challenges in D&I Implementation     1. Identifying and addressing common barriers to creating an inclusive workplace.     2. Solutions and best practices from industry leaders.  4. Leadership's Role in Driving Inclusion     1. How leaders can champion D&I and set the tone for the entire organisation.     2. Developing inclusive leadership skills and behaviours.  5. Future Workforce Trends     1. Predicting and preparing for the future needs of a diverse and inclusive workforce.     2. How emerging technologies and changing demographics will impact D&I.  OUTCOMES  By the end of this session, participants will:   * Gain a Deep Understanding of the Importance of D&I: Understand why diversity and inclusion are critical to business success and how they can drive innovation and performance.  * Learn Practical Strategies for Cultivating Inclusion: Acquire actionable strategies and tools to foster an inclusive culture within their organisations.  * Develop Skills to Overcome D&I Challenges: Learn how to identify and overcome common obstacles to implementing effective D&I initiatives.  * Enhance Leadership Capabilities: Understand the crucial role of leadership in promoting and sustaining an inclusive workplace and develop skills to lead inclusively.  * Prepare for Future Workforce Needs: Gain insights into future trends and how to prepare for the evolving needs of a diverse workforce.  FEATURED SPEAKER  Simon Power, D&I Expert and Leader at Cisco With a wealth of experience in driving diversity and inclusion initiatives at Cisco, Simon will share firsthand insights and strategies that have been instrumental in fostering an inclusive culture at one of the world's leading technology companies.

Embracing an Inclusive Culture to Create Workforce of the Future with Cisco

Explore the career journey of Christelle Heikkela, her challenges, successes, and tips for aspiring women leaders in tech.

Women who mean Business - Christelle Heikkela, IT Director

In this podcast, Christelle Heikkila, Transformation & Technology Director, gives her advice on project prioritisation. Christelle discusses involving stakeholders, using a scoring metric and also looking at cost cutting projects versus revenue generating ones.

How do you prioritise projects?

Practical advice and steps to navigate redundancy, including coping mechanisms, career planning, and finding new opportunities.

What to do when you are made redundant?

Explore the intersection of artificial intelligence and data protection regulations.

AI and Data Protection

Discover how to harness the power of AI to drive innovation and efficiency in your organization.

Unlocking the Potential of AI in Your Organisation

Learn techniques to communicate with confidence and clarity in professional settings.

Communicating with confidence

  To sign up for this session please log in to your membership account. If you do not have a membership account or unsure, please email susan@citf.tech.    Register for Event        Join us for an exciting webinar session exploring the world of Generative AI and its potential applications in various industries. Our session will feature OVO, a company that has successfully implemented Generative AI within their Customer Experience teams.  Our webinar will cover several key topics, beginning with an introduction to Generative AI, explaining what it is and its potential applications. We will then dive into OVO's success story, discussing how they effectively implemented Generative AI within their Customer Experience teams, including the challenges they faced and the lessons they learned.  The session will also provide actionable insights and strategies for our members to consider when implementing Generative AI in their own organisations. Finally, we will have a Q&A session, allowing our members to engage with the experts directly, ask questions, and gain a deeper understanding of the topic.  We believe this webinar will be an excellent learning opportunity for anyone interested in exploring the world of Generative AI and discovering how it can be harnessed in their own industry. Don't miss out on this chance to learn from the experts and take your organization to the next level!    

How to implement generative AI

Transitioning from project management to product leadership and driving innovation within your team.

Unlocking innovation: The journey from Project Management to Product Leadership

To sign up for this session please log in to your membership account. If you do not have a membership account or unsure, please email susan@citf.tech.        In this video, Sanjay visits the fundamental elements of risk and risk analysis procedure. He talks through the cause-and-effect relationship alongside the importance of objectivity in risk estimation. Delving deep into traditional risk analysis methodologies using Risk Matrix, it becomes obvious that it has a few serious limitations. Finally, he proposes an alternative approach showing benefits through compare and contrast

Risk analysis: An alternative approach

Discover the fundamentals of coaching and mentoring and their impact on personal and professional development.

An Introduction to Coaching and Mentoring

Advanced Agile techniques and practices for mastering the methodology and leading successful projects.

Agile: How to Become a Black Belt

Explore the importance of understanding your 'why' in life and work, and how it can lead to greater motivation, purpose, and success.

The Question of WHY

To sign up for this event below, please sign into your membership account.     LinkedIn is a powerful professional networking platform with over 34.9 million users in the UK alone. But with so many users, getting lost in the crowd is easy. Attending this webinar is incredibly valuable for job seekers, entrepreneurs, and professionals looking to expand their network, build their personal brand, and advance their careers.     In this webinar, you'll learn practical tips and strategies to create a compelling LinkedIn profile that stands out to potential employers, clients, and collaborators. You'll discover how to craft a headline that captures your professional essence, write a summary showcasing your skills and accomplishments, and choose the right keywords to boost your search rankings.     An optimised LinkedIn profile can help you connect with other professionals in your industry, discover new job opportunities, and promote your personal brand. If you're looking to take your career to the next level, attending this webinar could be just what you need to get started!     Click here to view the recording if you are unable to download.

20 Steps to Improve Your LinkedIn

  To sign up for this session please log in to your membership account. If you do not have a membership account or unsure, please email susan@citf.tech.     Join us for this webinar with Nic Davies, Product Director at OVO, a major energy supplier in the UK. Nic will share:   * The main skills needed in product management  * How to transition from another technology role into product management  * How best to navigate blurred lines between product and project management  * Typical issues that may occur in product development  * How to launch and iterate on products as well as prioritising features  * Top tips to be a successful product manager  In addition, Nic will showcase the hackathon process that led to the lightning speed product development and release of a particular software, which has been vital in helping people manage the energy crisis.      

Navigating Product Management

Explore the origins and core principles of Agile, and their relevance in today's project management.

Agile Origins and Principles

Learn the foundational frameworks of Agile and how to implement them effectively in your projects.

Agile Fundamental Frameworks

Strategies for fostering an Agile mindset and practices within your team to boost productivity and collaboration.

Embracing Agility within your Team

Explore strategies to integrate coaching into your management style to foster team growth and productivity.

How can you develop a coaching style of management?

Learn how to implement Agile methodologies across your organization for enhanced efficiency and outcomes.

Introducing Agility within your organisation

Discover the unconventional paths CIOs take to drive business transformation through technology.

CIO's unconventional journey: Transforming business with tech

Strategies to build resilience against cyber attacks and ensure business continuity.

Cyber security resilience

Discover the challenges and triumphs of female tech entrepreneurs in this inspiring podcast, offering valuable insights and strategies for success in the tech industry.

Backing Female Tech Entrepreneurs

Tips and strategies for building and maintaining a strong professional network.

Professional Networking with Ease

Discover effective strategies for attracting top talent to your organization, even in a competitive job market.

Strategies for Attracting Candidates

Learn the basics of cyber security and how to protect your organization from threats.

Cyber Security Awareness

Learn how service design principles can lead to successful project outcomes.

Service Design: project success

  To sign up for this session please log in to your membership account. If you do not have a membership account or unsure, please email susan@citf.tech.        Unlock Effective Leadership with The Law Society.  Effective sponsorship is shown to make a real difference to the delivery of successful projects, programmes and business initiatives.  Elevate your leadership - and your organisation's return on investment - by building the skills sponsors need to drive success and sustain long-term change.  This webinar focuses on your role as a leader of change, and how you can embed important sponsorship skills and behaviours in your daily work.   Sign up today!   

Sponsoring success: Your role as a leader of change

Learn how to recover quickly and effectively from cyber incidents.

Strategies for service recovery in a cyber incident

  To sign up for this session please log in to your membership account.     Leading Hybrid Teams  This will be a panel discussion across member organisations where the following will be discussed:   * How to problem solve and drive focus with a hybrid team   * How to engage hybrid teams, develop a strong culture and create trust   * How to ensure communication is robust and a hybrid team is motivated  Join in the conversation and see the challenges faced by many in leading a remote team but to also learn better practices in engaging with them.     Related Resources See the full event programme here  See the digital resource library here      

Building Hybrid Team Culture & Motivation

A step-by-step guide to building effective Power BI solutions from the ground up.

Engineering Power BI From Scratch

Learn how to build resilience and find strength during challenging times.

Finding Strength in the Midst of Adversity

Learn how to empower tech leaders through effective strategies and personal experiences shared by industry experts in this engaging podcast.

Empowering tech leadership

Explore the challenges and opportunities in digital transformation with insights from industry leaders.

Navigating digital transformation and leadership insights

Join a dynamic roundtable discussion featuring powerful women leaders sharing their journeys, challenges, and advice on making an impact in leadership roles.

Roundtable: Being an impactful woman in leadership

  To sign up for this session please log in to your membership account. If you do not have a membership account or unsure, please email susan@citf.tech.     Current research places self- awareness at the heart of individual effectiveness. High self- awareness is needed to solve many personal and professional problems as it means gathering, perceiving and evaluating information whilst recognising our emotions and beliefs.   During the session we will focus on how raising self awareness can give you different choices and improve your working relationships. Joanna Poplawska, a certified coach will show you the connection between self awareness and empowerment, and confidence.   

How to develop self awareness

Explore the latest trends and advancements in chatbot technology.

The future of Chatbots

  To sign up for this session please log in to your membership account. If you do not have a membership account or unsure, please email susan@citf.tech.      Learn about the upcoming event where FCA will discuss their use of cloud-based technologies to enhance processes, increase efficiency, achieve benefits like productivity gains and cost savings, share best practices for implementation, and provide insights into their award-winning team culture promoting collaboration, innovation, and agility which won them Outstanding Team of the Year RITA 2023 Award!  Sign up today.         

Unlocking success: FCA's cloud innovation and outstanding team culture

Discover how harnessing the power of imagination can drive creativity, problem-solving, and success in your career and personal life.

The power of imagination to propel success

  To sign up for this session please log in to your membership account. If you do not have a membership account or unsure, please email susan@citf.tech.      Join us for an exciting webinar tailored for tech enthusiasts and professionals! Discover the secrets behind running a successful tech hackathon from start to finish. Whether you're an aspiring developer, project manager, or tech entrepreneur, this session will equip you with the essential skills and strategies to organise a remarkable hackathon event.   Learn from industry expert, Claire Dracott, Director of Tech Innovation at News UK and Chris Hart, Senior UX Designer â€“ Tech Innovation at News UK , as they delve into key topics, such as defining hackathon goals, assembling diverse teams, fostering innovation, and providing participants with the right tools and data. Uncover the secrets to marketing and promoting your hackathon effectively to attract top talent. Through real-world case studies and best practices, gain valuable insights into judging and evaluating projects fairly.    Don't miss this opportunity to enhance your tech hackathon prowess and create a dynamic environment for collaboration, creativity, and problem-solving. Mark your calendars and be part of this immersive tech experience on 10 October between 11-12. Reserve your spot now to unlock the power of hackathons in the tech world!        

Mastering the art of running a successful tech hackathon

  To sign up for this session please log in to your membership account. If you do not have a membership account or unsure, please email susan@citf.tech.        Watch this video to hear from Abigail Barclay, Search Director at Inspired Search. Abigail talks about â€˜the challenge is not only in achieving gender parity in leadership teams, it is retaining that parity. It becomes clear that the diversity of recruiting into leadership roles must be followed by a more inclusive culture.' Abigail also discusses the emergence of the term â€˜power skillsâ€™ and how, when interviewing a candidate, you can ensure it is a robust process.    Inspired Search is the Executive Search division of Inspired and has recently published a white paper which examines the topic of women in leadership. Looking away from what women, or men, should be doing differently, this gives a perspective on the traditional systemic barriers to gender equity in leadership and what we, as employers, can be (and many are) doing in order to cultivate cultures which naturally break down these barriers and rebuild, in their place, a more inclusive culture. It looks beyond the numbers and into the culture of inclusivity that will allow anyone of any gender to not only access but thrive in leadership roles if that is their ambition.   Sign up today!   

How to engender an inclusive leadership culture

Techniques for managing multiple projects simultaneously, ensuring timely delivery and quality results.

Managing a Portfolio of Projects

Neurodiversity in the Workplace

Strategies for effective budget planning and financial management in a rapidly changing and uncertain economic landscape.

Budget Planning in a world of unpredictable and accelerating change

Essential qualities and skills for Chief Technology Officers, discussed by industry experts.

Senior Leadership in Action: Qualities of a CTO

Kickstart your year with actionable tips and strategies to set and achieve your personal and professional goals for a fulfilling year ahead.

New Year, New Me

 To sign up for this session please log in to your membership account.     Panel Discussion: Sustainability in Tech  Join us for this panel discussion on Sustainability and hear from Tata Steel, Marks and Spencer and DEFRA about what they and their colleagues are doing in this important area. The discussion will include:  - Best practice in sustainable business - How technology departments can help to reduce carbon emissions - How to engage staff and how to identify the vendors doing great work in this area  If you have any questions you would like to ask the panel, you can do so during the event or you can email events@citf.tech with your question in advance.  Related Resources See the full event programme here  See the digital resource library here       

Panel Discussion: Sustainability in Technology

    To sign up for this event, please sign into your membership account.  This will be available to watch on demand from Wednesday 1 February onward.  Product management is an organisational function that guides every step of a productâ€™s lifecycle â€” from development to positioning and pricing â€” by focusing on the product and its customers first and foremost. To build the best possible product, product managers advocate for customers within the organization and make sure the voice of the market is heard and heeded.  Join Laura Meyer who will be interviewing Rob King, Head of Product Delivery, Global Publishing Systems, at Bauer Media discuss how to succeed in Product Management.       

Success in Product Management

James King shares his leadership journey and insights on navigating the tech landscape.

Senior Leadership in Action: James King, Head of IT from Royal College of Art

Understand the key elements of a successful outsourcing agreement, including negotiation tips and contract essentials.

Outsourcing and Resourcing: Completing the outsourcing agreement

 To sign up for this session please log in to your membership account.  If you would like to be our guest speaker to share your knowledge and insights, please contact events@citf.tech      Guest Speaker Topic - Agile Roles and Frameworks  During each session a guest speaker will share their experiences and insights, including the processes and tools adopted to help drive adoption of good practices within their organisation.  Practical Agile Special Interest Group Meetup Framework All Practical Agile SIG meetups are designed for member organisations to hear peer insights, approaches, as well as to learn about real-life successfully trailed and proven tools, techniques and methods that can be applied within the workplace.  Related Resources Practical Agile Programme Package  See the full event programme here  See the digital resource library here     

Most commonly used agile roles and framework used in organisations (PA SIG)

Learn strategies for influencing decision-making at the highest levels of an organization.

Senior Leadership in Action: How to influence at Board Level

Identify and mitigate potential security risks early to protect your organization.

Spotting your 2023 security risks early (RITA 2022 Sponsor - Cloud CoCo)

Essential skills and qualities for effective project management, shared by industry experts.

Project Management: Skills & Qualities (PM SIG)

Evaluate the pros and cons of outsourcing, and learn how to make informed decisions about whether to outsource specific business functions.

Outsourcing & Resourcing M1: How to determine if you should Outsource

Navigate the complexities of data platform architectures with expert insights.

The Alphabet Jungle of Data Platform Architectures (A&S SIG)

Dive into practical applications of Agile frameworks to streamline your project processes.

Practical Agile M2: Agile Fundamental Frameworks

Strategies for leading effectively during challenging times, shared by seasoned executives.

Senior Leadership in Action: Navigating through tough times

Tips and strategies for setting and achieving fulfilling personal and professional goals.

Build a year of fulfilment

Kerensa recording

Explore the future: AI in business and wealth management

Embark on a journey to elevate your business analysis skills!     Join our exclusive webinar where we'll delve into the art and science of gathering requirements.     Whether you're a seasoned professional or just starting in the field, this session promises valuable insights, practical techniques, and expert tips.     🚀 Key Highlights:   * Uncover the significance of thorough requirements gathering in the success of business analysis.  * Explore effective techniques for eliciting and documenting requirements.  * Learn how to navigate common challenges in the requirements gathering process.  * Gain insights into best practices and real-world scenarios from experienced business analysts.   

Discovery Phase: Requirement Gathering Guide

FCA Apprenticeships

Learn how to handle negative feedback constructively, enhancing your leadership skills and team dynamics.

Leadership Accelerator: Giving and receiving negative feedback

There’s no denying it – after years of being told ‘the robots are coming’, AI has arrived.  But as business across the world comes to terms with AI, how do we sort fact from fiction and make this phenomenon work for us all?  Join us on April 25 for a webinar which will explore the pros and cons of AI and how IT teams can work with colleagues in corporate communications to understand this digital landscape and ensure employees are given the right guidance on how and when to use the myriad of new tools at their disposal.  We’ll take an in-depth look at the many advantages AI can bring to an organisation but also the pitfalls of not using this technology properly (and the inherent risk it poses).  Our panel will feature Sabah Carter, the Chief Data, Intelligence and Technology Officer at the Financial Services Compensation Scheme and representatives from the communication industry, including Nick Andrews, Director of employee engagement agency, Sequel Group, and John Clegg, Interim Director at Kellogg College, Oxford University.

AI – understanding the art of the possible for maximum advantage

More info to be released in the coming weeks.

Middle Management in 2024 for Tech Teams

Understand the causes of burnout in the tech industry and how to prevent it.

Job Burnout in Technology

Panel Discussion: The Real Impact of AI

We are thrilled to invite you to join our special session tomorrow, where we will delve into all things CITF. This session promises to be an enlightening experience, offering valuable insights into our wide range of services and providing guidance on navigating our website effectively.     Here are the details you need to know:  Date: Wednesday 20 March  Time: 2pm-3pm     During the session, we will cover:   1. An overview of CITF and its mission  2. A comprehensive guide to our services and how they can benefit you  3. Tips and tricks for navigating our website seamlessly  4. Q&A session to address any queries or concerns you may have  This is a fantastic opportunity to learn more about CITF and how we can support you in your professional journey. Whether you're a newcomer or a long-time member, there's something for everyone in this session.     Don't miss out on this chance to gain valuable insights and connect with like-minded individuals within the CITF community. Be sure to mark your calendar and join us for what promises to be an informative and engaging session.     Book now.

Getting the most out of your membership

Understand the impact of ADHD in the workplace and strategies to support affected employees.

ADHD in the workplace

Liv recording

Join us for an exclusive webinar hosted by the organisers of the RITA Awards! Ever wondered what makes a submission stand out and grab the spotlight? This is your chance to learn the art of crafting an award-winning entry.     Key Takeaways:     Learn the ins and outs of the submission process for the RITA Awards.  Discover the essential elements that make your entry shine.  Gain insights into the logistics and finer details of the submission procedure.  Get insider tips and tricks from seasoned experts on our organising team.  Don't miss this opportunity to elevate your submissions and increase your chances of standing tall among industry leaders. Join us and master the art of crafting submissions that leave a lasting impression!

How to create an award winning entry

Jane Deal shares her leadership journey, offering valuable lessons and tips for aspiring leaders.

Leadership Accelerator - Jane Deal - IT Director

Master Mentor 5 - Breathing Exercise

Understand how to establish and structure effective mentoring relationships for maximum impact.

Master Mentor Session 1 - How to structure the mentoring relationship

Learn effective negotiation tactics and how to leverage power in the workplace from accomplished women in business.

Women who mean Business: How to leverage power &  successful negotiation tactics

Liv Britz discusses her path to leadership, overcoming obstacles, and empowering other women to thrive in their careers.

Women who mean Business - Liv Britz

Learn how to take calculated risks in your career and turn challenges into opportunities from women who have successfully navigated their paths.

Women who mean Business: Taking Smart Risks

Understand the importance of confidence in building a successful career and how to cultivate it with insights from experienced women leaders.

Women who mean Business: Confidence Builds Careers

Gain insights on discovering your purpose and aligning it with your career goals for a fulfilling professional and personal life.

Women who mean Business: Finding your purpose in Business and in Life

Dive deeper into advanced mentoring techniques and their application in various professional settings.

Master Mentor Session 2

Explore practical mentoring scenarios and solutions to common challenges in the mentoring process.

Master Mentor Session 3

Gain insights into sustaining long-term mentoring relationships and measuring their success.

Master Mentor Session 4

Learn about the intersection of diversity, inclusion, and mindfulness, and how these practices can create a more supportive and effective workplace.

Master Mentor 5 - Diversity & Inclusion and Mindfulness

Discover the latest trends and best practices in mentoring to enhance your skills and impact.

Master Mentor Session 6

Understand how PI Planning can revolutionize your Project Management Office and improve project outcomes.

Using PI Planning to transform your PMO

A deep dive into User Story Mapping and its significance in Agile project management.

Practical Agile Special Interest Group - User Story Mapping

Learn how to adapt Agile methodologies to develop versatile and collaborative teams.

Adapting agile ways of working to build cross functional skillsets (PA SIG)

Engage with practical Agile strategies and real-world applications shared by experts in the field.

Practical Agile SIG

Further exploration of Agile frameworks and their practical implementation in diverse projects.

Practical Agile Module 2 Agile Fundamental Framework

Discussions and insights on advanced project management techniques and trends.

Project Management Special Interest Group

Navigate the complexities of Agile architecture and create effective roadmaps for your projects.

Events

Risk analysis: An alternative approach

Future Events

Practical Application of Lewin's Forcefield Analysis Tool

Past Events

Maximising ROI by Keeping Benefits Front and Centre in Project Delivery

Using AI to create business advantage

Managing Transformation

Running large projects