Named in honor of the first woman chair of OFC, Suzanne R. Nagel, the Lounge is an inclusive networking space that offers all attendees the opportunity to hear from leaders in the field, discuss diversity trends and explore new business opportunities.
See below for the schedule of activities in the Lounge including discussion sessions that are designed maximize learning and connection being driven by leaders in the community. Each discussion leader will be in the lounge throughout the time shown on the agenda to share their insights, tips and guidance on the topic and be ready to answer your questions.
Nagel Lounge Program Schedule
Tuesday | Wednesday | Thursday
Tuesday, 17 March
| Event Name | Event Details | Time |
|---|---|---|
| Complementary Headshots |
Offered throughout the exhibit. |
10:00 - 17:00 |
| Navigating Change - Reshaping Your Career |
Whether you are changing roles, moving to a different company, shifting between academia and industry, or still planning your next step, making a career change can be both exciting and nerve-wracking. Join us to discuss how to navigate the transition with confidence and set yourself up for success. Speaker: Wynter Chen, IBM, USA |
10:30 - 11:30 |
| Decoding the Tech Hire: From Application to Offer |
Join Celestica's recruiting experts for an exclusive fireside chat that goes beyond standard application best practices. This session, titled "Decoding the Tech Hire: From Application to Offer," will reveal "insider secrets" on how technical talent can stand out in the hiring process. Speaker: John Kimball, Celestica, Canada |
13:30 - 14:30 |
Wednesday, 18 March
| Event Name | Event Details | Time |
|---|---|---|
| Complementary Headshots |
Offered throughout the exhibit. |
10:00 - 17:00 |
| The Value of Volunteering: Creating Opportunities for Professional Growth |
Speaker: Gabriella Bosco, Politecnico di Torino, Italy |
10:30 - 11:30 |
| The Resilence Roadmap: Turning a Career Pause into Progress |
Speaker: Deepa Venkitesh, IIT Madras, India |
13:00 - 13:30 |
Thursday, 19 March
| Event Name | Event Details | Time |
|---|---|---|
| Beyond the Lab Bench: Designing for Scale and Impact |
Speaker: Fotini Karinou, Microsoft, UK |
11:00 - 12:00 |