Cincinnati Conference 2025

Thrive Forward at Cincinnati WITCON 2025 –
The Premier Cincinnati Women in Tech Conference by getWITit!

Get ready to experience a day of collaboration, innovation, and connection at WITCON 2025, brought to you by getWITit in Cincinnati. As the leading organization dedicated to supporting women in technology, getWITit is proud to present an in-person conference event focused on fostering collaboration and breaking boundaries for women and non-gender-conforming individuals in the tech industry.

Join us for inspiring keynote speeches, interactive workshops, and invaluable networking opportunities, all designed to empower and elevate women in tech. At WITCON 2025, you’ll have the chance to connect with fellow professionals, thought leaders, and innovators, and be part of a supportive community committed to driving positive change in the tech industry.

Don’t miss this opportunity to Thrive Forward, learn, and grow with us at Cincinnati WITCON 2025. Reserve your spot now and be part of the movement to advance women in technology!

Opening Keynote Speaker - Heléne Smuts

Helene Smuts

Workshop overview:In this dynamic and empowering session, participants will gain insights into the common causes of team dysfunction and the strategies to overcome them. Through exploring of poor communication, lack of trust, and conflicting goals and priorities, attendees will grasp the root causes of team challenges and learn how to address them effectively. With a focus on the role of leadership, this talk will unpack the actions leaders can implement to foster a cohesive and high-performing team culture. Armed with practical tools and knowledge, attendees will leave equipped to cultivate a thriving team dynamic, driving success and achievement.

The session promises three key takeaways:

  • Practical tools to implement in each level of the 5Dysfncutsion model by Patrick Lencioni
  • In depth understanding of how to create a thriving working environment
  • Reflection on the type of environment you as a leader have created for your team

Afternoon Keynote: The Leadership Multiplier

Cincy Afternoon Keynote
“The Leadership Multiplier: How Women in Tech Drive Teams, Trust, and Transformation”

Through personal stories and real-world examples, they’ll share how the program helped them navigate the distinct challenges that women in tech often face — from steering innovation in fast-moving environments to leading diverse, cross-functional teams amid organizational complexity.Each executive will reflect on how the cohort provided a space for honest dialogue, strategic growth, and collective learning — equipping them to:
  • Navigate complex organizational dynamics with greater clarity and confidence.
  • Lead diverse, cross-functional teams while maintaining empathy and accountability.
  • Drive innovation in high-stakes settings while managing calculated risks.
  • Influence without direct authority, using trust, collaboration, and authenticity as levers of impact.
  • Build inclusive, high-performing cultures that empower others to rise.
Together, their stories highlight not just personal transformation, but the broader ripple effect of women’s leadership in technology — how individual growth within a cohort can translate into organizational and industry-wide change.

Agenda

Cinci morning agenda
Cinci afternoon schedule

Become a Sponsor

Our mission is to inspire more women to enter the field of technology by building a supportive environment where those women can flourish and create opportunities for more women to ascend into leadership roles. As we are a non-profit, we rely on the help of external sponsors to help us unite, support, and promote diversity in tech throughout the Cincinnati region.

Interested in getting Involved? Send all sponsorship inquiries to: cat.bushong@getwitit.org