With over 20 years of senior level executive experience and a professional career that spans five continents, Ulrike Bahr-Gedalia is an expert on the importance of global perspectives in the ever-changing ICT sector. Having been employed with both Startups and multinationals, Ulrike is a firm believer that regardless of a technological product or service, talent is what grows and sustains a company. Investing in the right people and developing the right skill-sets is a competitive advantage that will build partnerships, open and reach new markets, and cultivate a solid foundation for business growth. Ulrike will provide an overview on best practices, and innovative leadership approaches to growing our region’s capacity with a skilled and diverse workforce. Focusing on the narrative of diversity and the importance of leading by example, Ulrike will discuss the business case for diversity and inclusion in Nova Scotia’s ICT sector.