i.c.stars * People-First Innovation

People-First Innovation: Rethinking Talent for a Tech-Centric World

Join i.c.stars for a morning breakfast tech symposium featuring networking, a powerful panel discussion and series of actionable breakout sessions.

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The event will bring together HR and tech leaders for a dynamic morning of conversation, exploring how organizations can prepare their teams for what’s next through intentional upskilling and reskilling, people-centered talent strategies, and thoughtful adoption of AI, cloud, and emerging technologies. Through candid discussion and shared insights, attendees will leave with practical takeaways for building adaptable, future-ready teams while keeping people at the center of innovation.

Running Schedule (to be updated in coming weeks)

8:00 AM – Registration and Networking Breakfast

8:35 AM – Introduction: Elle Ramel, Chief of Staff and Inclusive Partnerships, World Business Chicago
8:45 AM – Panel Discussion: Future-ready talent, emerging technology adoption, and practical strategies
9:45 AM – Networking Break

10:00 AM – i.c.stars overview, Arely Dorsey, Talent Placement
10:05 AM – IT Leader Ventas, Inc i.c.stars Partnership Overview
10:10 AM – Cycle 59 Intern Project Presentation
10:30 AM – Ecosystem Partner Breakout
Breakout 1- Jane Hamner, Centric Consulting & Co-Founder, ARA & Brandy Todd, McCann Partners – “Attract. Retain. Advance. Women in a Tech-Driven World”
Breakout 2 – Sally Martin, TalentFish Co-Founder & AITP Chicago President – ” The Human Edge: How to Hire and Get Hired in the Age of AI”
11:15 AM –Keynote: Miriam Warren, Chief Culture Officer, Yelp 11:45 AM – Closing Remarks