Promoting Inclusivity in the Microsoft Dynamics Community with Vicky Critchley
On this week’s episode of our Responsible AI series, Marie Wiese is joined by Vicky Critchley, CVP of Partner Experience at PAX8. Vicky oversees a global partner ecosystem of more than 32,000 partners and is also the chairperson of Women in Dynamics, an organization dedicated to promoting inclusivity in the dynamics community. Tune in to hear Vicky’s insights on the cautious yet promising adoption of AI in the tech sector, the importance of promoting diversity within the dynamics community, and how her career journey from being the only woman in her computer science course shaped her leadership in tech.
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Key Takeaways 💡
-Vicky and Marie highlight how the tech industry needs to rebrand itself to attract more women and showcase the diverse range of opportunities available.
-Vicky discusses the importance of promoting inclusivity and diversity in the Dynamics community to create a more balanced and representative industry.
-Tech is not just about coding; there are various roles and career paths that can be pursued within the industry. -Initiatives like the Women in Dynamics framework provide valuable tips and resources for improving diversity and inclusivity in tech businesses.
-AI adoption is at the cusp, with companies exploring its potential and its impact on end customers. -There is a growing focus on security and permissions to protect data and ensure responsible AI.
-Addressing data bias and ethical considerations is crucial in AI development and deployment.
-AI has the potential to alleviate administrative tasks and create opportunities for more interesting work.