Presented by Manulife
Soft skills needed to excel in a corporate team to grow into leadership opportunities in the technical environment.
Location: DC 1304 and Online
Speaker:
Ikran Aden is Director of Project Management & Portfolio Management. She is a technology leader with a strong track record of driving large-scale transformations. At Manulife, she drives global initiatives, aligning tech execution with business strategy to accelerate innovation and impact. Previously at Sobeys, Ikran led technical rollouts across regulatory compliance, loyalty rewards programs and retail automation—modernizing legacy systems and improving operational efficiency. She holds a Bachelor of Science from the University of Waterloo and brings a sharp, data-driven approach to leading complex, high-value initiatives.
Jen Cahill is Director, Strategy and Reporting, Global Data Technology. With 20 years of experience in the insurance and financial services industry, Jen brings a unique and diverse perspective to the data technology team. Her career spans various roles, from front-of-house operations to marketing, corporate events, and chief of staff for the CMO, culminating in her current position as Director of Strategy and Reporting for Global Data Technology. Jen’s non-traditional background allows her to creatively navigate the data technology landscape, transforming insights into compelling business narratives that demonstrate impact and results.Jen is passionate about relationship management and stakeholder engagement, skills she has honed throughout her multifaceted career. Jen holds a Bachelor of Arts from Wilfrid Laurier University, where she majored in communications, philosophy, and fine arts, further enriching her ability to blend analytical and creative thinking.