We are pleased to announce that Hollie Whittles, HR & InfoSec Director, participated as a panellist at Mills & Reeve’s “Inspiring Women in Tech: Human Advantages in an AI World” event in Birmingham, held as part of Birmingham Tech Week.

The panel examined the continuing importance of human attributes, including adaptability, as artificial intelligence becomes increasingly embedded in organisational processes. During the discussion, Hollie outlined Purple Frog’s commitment to promoting the responsible, inclusive, and accessible use of AI, with a particular focus on supporting women in developing successful careers across data and technology disciplines.

Five panelists seated in a modern conference room with a pink accent wall and decorative clock. From left to right: Hollie Whittles in a green patterned outfit, Aditi Desai in an orange top, Dr. Sara Warner in black attire, Sarah Windrum in a black and red outfit, and Suki Gill standing at a wooden podium speaking. Two small round tables with water glasses are placed in front of the seated panellists.

Hollie Whittles joins a panel discussion on women in technology alongside Aditi Desai, Dr. Sara Warner, Sarah Windrum, and Suki Gilll.

Hollie contributed alongside several distinguished panellists. Aditi Desai discussed applications of AI and computer vision in healthcare to enhance patient safety. Sarah Windrum emphasised the value of diversity within the transport and automotive sectors, and Suki Gill highlighted the critical role of education in encouraging young women to pursue STEM pathways.

Moderated by Dr Sara Warner, the event offered valuable insights into the intersection of human skills and emerging technologies, leaving attendees with a strengthened commitment to fostering diversity and ethical innovation within the AI landscape.

A person stands behind a wooden podium with the Mills & Reeve logo in a modern conference room featuring a pink accent wall and decorative clock. On the wall-mounted screen behind them, a presentation slide reads: ‘Welcome to Inspiring Women in Technology: Human advantages in an AI world,’ with a graphic of a head silhouette and brain icon.

Hollie Whittles speaking at the Inspiring Women in Technology event, delivering a session titled “Human advantages in an AI world” at Mills & Reeve.

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