People and tech build the future, hand in hand

People and tech must work hand in hand to enable the future.

In a world of rising customer expectations, the need for companies to stay ahead of the competition has never been more critical. However, is tech innovation in Australia doing all that it can?

Mina, who has worked at Uber and Google, explores how companies build products and what is holding Australians back from seizing job opportunities in tech.

Recently pioneering an entirely new product category for the real estate industry, Mina unpacks why people and tech must work hand in hand for tangible change.

Bio

Mina is a business school dropout, but graduated with a degree in Computer and Cognitive Science from Cornell University. She joined Uber as its 20th employee, where she developed the business across various car types, into international expansion and surge pricing.

She has also held various operational and advisory roles at Modcloth, Google, Goldman Sachs, AirTasker and in venture capital firms.

Mina is a Board Member of Tech Council of Australia and the co-founder and co-CEO of :Different, which is rebuilding property management.

Also speaking at Harry's at 8:00PM is Professor Steve Wise

About the venue - Harry's

Set over 2 levels with 3 bars to choose from, Hotel Harry is the perfect spot for a cheeky drink with your friends.

Located in the heart of Surry Hills, Harrys is boasting with character and charm. The public bar is street level and is a mix of standing, high tables, long tables or seats at the bar where you can have a yarn with one of our bartenders while they mix up your favourite drink of choice. Harry's offer cocktails, the latest beers on tap, top-shelf spirits and a new extensive wine list that is sure to impress and bring out the sommelier in you.

Located on Level 1, the lounge is where the magic happens! Be lured into the lounge by the neon signage and into one of Surry Hills' best-kept secrets. Think blue velvet booths and tanned leather couches.

On Friday and Saturday the Lounge can be hired exclusively up till 8pm, Here, you can find yourself dancing to the wee hours to one of Harry's DJs from our widely impressive roster. If you are lucky enough you may even find yourself bumping into the likes of Hayden James, Flight Facilities or James Pepper.