Navigating the Changing AI Landscape as a Woman in Tech

Tues, Oct 27th, 6-8pm

Free Peer-to-Peer Networking Curated Goodie Bags

An Exclusive Executive Evening of Insight, Strategy, and Connection

AI is rapidly shifting leadership dynamics, organizational workflows, and career trajectories across the technology ecosystem.

Join us and leaders across the enterprise and Google Cloud ecosystem at our Wursta HQ in Austin for an intimate, candid evening exploring how executive women in tech are steering their teams through rapid AI adoption, overcoming strategic hurdles, and defining the future of digital innovation.

  • Curated Cohort: Limited to ~50 enterprise leaders, technology decision-makers, and ecosystem executives.
  • Intimate Format: Practical takeaways, unscripted panel discussion, interactive Q&A, and meaningful peer connection.
  • Exclusive Experience: Curated drinks, seasonal hors d’oeuvres, and bespoke goodie bags

THE EXPERIENCE

📸 Professional Headshots
Get a free professional headshot in our studio space, with lighting set up for it.

💄 Glam Touch-Up Bar by Lux Beauty and Bridal
A hair and makeup artist will be on hand for quick refreshes before your headshot.

🎨 Color Analysis Bar by Confident Closet by Karina
Get a personal 16-season color analysis and find the shades that suit your skin, hair and eyes.

🍸 Craft Cocktails by Boujee Bebidas
Signature themed cocktails, craft beer, Texas wine and premium mocktails.

🧀 Seasonal Bites by Fig & Brie
A grazing table and passed hors d’oeuvres, with gluten-free, vegan and dairy-free options.

💐 Florals by Alo Nest


$1,450+ IN LOCAL RAFFLE PRIZES

Every guest gets a raffle ticket at check-in for a chance to win pampering, wellness and dining experiences from Austin businesses we love: Skin By Kim, Deep Roots Salon, Diosa Spray Tans, East Austin Pilates Addiction, Kitsu Nori, Fig & Brie and Washaroo Car Wash.

Submit your ticket by 7:30 PM. We’ll draw winners before the evening wraps.


CURATED GIFT BAGS

Every guest goes home with a co-branded Wursta × Google Cloud canvas tote. Inside are gifts from: Slow North linen sprays, InstantIV hydration packets, Party Patch.

Women In Tech

Agenda

Topics & Activities

01

Welcome & Introductions

Welcome & Panelist Introductions

02

Panel Discussion

Navigating the changing AI landscape

03

Cocktails & Hors d'oeuvres

Peer-to-Peer Networking: Build authentic relationships with senior executives, enterprise innovators, and Google ecosystem leaders in a relaxed, collaborative setting.

Why Attend?

Executive AI Perspectives: Unpack real-world use cases, governance strategies, and leadership approaches to enterprise AI transformation.
Peer-to-Peer Networking: Build authentic relationships with senior executives, enterprise innovators, and Google ecosystem leaders in a relaxed, collaborative setting.
Curated Takeaways: Enjoy an evening designed around genuine connection, featuring artisanal culinary touches and curated gift bags provided by our exclusive partner sponsors.

👥  Meet the Panelist

Speakers 1

Jenny Aldret, Founder, The Realtor Hive

Jenny Aldrete is a former teacher who founded The Realtor Hive, where she has coached thousands of agents to produce millions in real estate business. Today she runs her company with an AI team she built herself and teaches business owners how to use AI without losing the human touch.

Blanca Arriaza, Director of Client Success, Wursta

Blanca Arriaza is the Director of Client Success at Wursta, leading the team that strives to bridge the gap between customer needs and internal company operations in order to drive long-term business value.

Speaker 2

Liza Shakhurova, AI Practice Architect, Google Cloud

Liza Shakhurova is a tech leader and GCP AI Practice Architect at Google Cloud, driving global GTM strategies that empower small and medium businesses to lead in the agentic era. Previously a founding member of Google’s EMEA Startup team, Liza dedicates herself to educating on AI and equipping diverse teams to scale with confidence

Jacqueline Lunsford, Director of Consulting, Wursta

Jacq Lunsford is the Consulting Practice Lead at Wursta, leading their AI business strategy, change management, and project management practices.