WM TechnologyNEXT Event

REGISTRATION IS NOW CLOSED. If you would like to attend, please contact Anna Grace agrace@inforummichigan.org

As a continuously growing field, and one that feeds into new frontiers like artificial intelligence, its crucial for companies to be intentional with their data practices. All industries have value to gain from their data, join Inforum TechnologyNext to hear from a panel loaded with a few local data professionals about how their companies are utilizing their data, democratizing the information, and about the gains this data has enabled. This panel will offer a unique look into the inner workings of data practices, hosting panelists from multiple industries and from a variety of backgrounds to offer a blend of high level strategy and in the weeds details. Be sure to mark this event on your calendar if your company is leveraging their data, if you suspect that your data could be leveraged better, or if you yourself are curious about entering the field.

Speakers

Andy Bowerman, Vice President, Data Transformation & Analytics, MillerKnoll

As Vice President of Data Transformation & Analytics, Andy is responsible for innovating globally across the MillerKnoll collective of brands to deliver accelerated value to our Customers, Associates & Shareholders. He is transforming the data technology stack into a simple, modern architecture with enhanced visibility across the organization. Responsibilities include Data Engineering, Data Science, Analytics supporting Retail, Contract Furniture, International and Group Brands.

Erin Carrier, Assistant Professor, School of Computing, Grand Valley State University

Erin Carrier is an Assistant Professor in the School of Computing at Grand Valley State University.  Her research interests are scientific computing and data science and focus on the design and application of computationally efficient methods for solving real world problems.  She is passionate about mentoring undergraduates interested in computer science research.  She holds a B.S. in Computer Science from Grand Valley State University and a Ph.D. in Computer Science from the University of Illinois Urbana-Champaign.

Fawn Witte, VP of Data Analytics & Insights at Amway

Fawn is the Vice President of Data Analytics & Insights for Amway Corporation. Her team establishes the topline forecast, and supports the business to identify growth opportunities, measure effectiveness of key investment areas, and develop analytical products to advance the data-driven culture at Amway, both for the global enterprise as well as individual Amway markets. She has a BS in mathematics from GVSU and an MS in Applied Statistics from WMU. She has over 16 years experience in Data Analytics, Forecasting, Strategy and Strategic Planning, and Insight development. She is passionate about partnering with Stakeholders across the business to help them make data- and insight- driven decisions, and about building the vast array of quickly evolving skills needed across teams, to truly influence business outcomes with data.

Moderator:

Tania Bethea, VP of Enterprise Application & Automation at Corewell Health

Strategic leader for applications and platforms supporting the corporate and enterprise services of Corewell Health. This includes the Microsoft 365 platform, enterprise resource planning, and an enterprise automation program. Tania also serves as the divisional digital services executive to corporate shared services. Tania holds a B.A. in Finance from Grand Valley State University and an MBA from Grand Valley State University.

EVENT DETAILS
Date: Thursday, October 19
Time: 5:30 - 7:30 p.m.
Place: Meijer Headquarters
Cost:  $25 members, $35 nonmembers

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Interested in sponsorship? Contact Becky Puckett-Wood at bpuckett-wood@inforummichigan.org

TechnologyNEXT brings together Inforum members who are working in technology to expand their professional knowledge and foster intentional connections.
Whether you own a technology-related business; work in technology development, sales or marketing; or are a self-described techie - this group is for you!