Step beyond the classroom and hear first-hand what a career in technology can look like. Four industry leaders will share how they built their careers, the challenges they’ve faced, and what skills matter most in today’s fast-changing landscape.
Hosted by Shazia Sadiq, Professor of Computer Science at UQ, an internationally recognised researcher and advocate for women in technology.
After the panel, enjoy free food and drinks, take part in giveaways, and continue the conversation with speakers and fellow students.
Meet the Panellists
- Mary-Anne McCarthy, Managing Director – Health & Public Service, Accenture
Mary-Anne has been with Accenture since 1998, leading enterprise-scale consulting and technology initiatives. As head of the Health & Public Service practice, she focuses on reinvention, adaptability, and steering complex transformations that impact thousands of people. - Joanne Edington, Associate Director, Accenture
With 25 years in the tech industry and two decades specialising in Siebel CRM, Joanne has delivered transformation programs worth over $1 billion. She has led cloud migration and upgrade initiatives, taught and mentored future professionals, and is a strong advocate for women in technology leadership. - Iyari Cevallos, Board Chair, Women in Technology (WiT)
Iyari brings more than 20 years of experience guiding business and digital transformation across government, not-for-profit, mining, superannuation, and utilities in Australia and internationally. As Board Chair at WiT, she champions empowerment, leadership, and meaningful change in the tech industry. - Mike Roddy, Founder & Director, Techforce Recruitment
Mike specialises in connecting IT and executive talent with opportunities across the industry. As a recruiter, mentor, and podcast host, he offers practical insights into career development and what employers look for in graduates entering the workforce.
About ACM-W at UQ
The ACM-W at UQ Student Chapter, Australia’s first official ACM-W student chapter, is dedicated to supporting women and gender-diverse students in computing. As part of the global ACM-W network, we provide opportunities for networking, mentorship, and professional growth, while celebrating diversity and fostering community across all study levels, from undergraduate to PhD.
About UQ ACM-W Student Chapter
The Association for Computing Machinery - Women (ACM-W) supports, celebrates, and advocates for Women in Computing with more than 70,000+ members world-wide. As the first university in Australia to establish a Student Chapter, UQ is excited to be welcomed into a global network of professional women in computing.
The ACM-W at UQ Student Chapter, Australia’s first official ACM-W student chapter, is dedicated to supporting women and gender-diverse students in computing. As part of the global ACM-W network, we provide opportunities for networking, mentorship, and professional growth, while celebrating diversity and fostering community across all study levels, from undergraduate to PhD.