Join the BCS Women AGM, followed by Dr Kitty Hung: "When One Door Closes, Another Opens in the Post-AI World"
Speaker
DR. KITTY HUNG, PhD, CITP, FBCS
Agenda
18:00 - Event start and AGM
18.30 - Dr. Kitty Hung's presentation - "When One Door Closes, Another Door Opens: But Where Is That Door in the Post-AI World?" followed by Q&A
20:00 - Event close
AGM
We’re excited to welcome you to the BCSWomen 2025 AGM! Whether you’re a returning attendee or joining us for the first time, your voice and participation are valued.
Join the BCSWomen Committee
We would like to express our sincere thanks to Andrea Palmer, our outgoing Chair, for her dedication, leadership, and outstanding contribution to BCSWomen. Andrea’s commitment has helped strengthen our community and inspired many.
We are now seeking a new Chair and General Committee Members to help shape the future of BCSWomen. To learn more about what these roles involve, please visit: The Roles for Committee Members.
If you’re interested in joining the committee, please complete and submit the BCSWomen Committee Nomination Form by 9.00am on Thursday, 25 September.
Important note, by applying for either of these roles, you are agreeing to your Name, LinkedIn profile, Personal statement/biography, and Nomination statement to be published on the BCS website for voting to take place.
Timeline
The timeline for nominations is as follows:
11th September 2025 – Request for nominations
25th September 2025 – Nominations close at 9.00am
26th September 2025 – The candidate’s information will be published on the BCSWomen webpage for voting to take place.
1st October 2025 – Voting closes at 9.00am
1st October 2025 – Virtual AGM will take place at 6.00pm.
Synopsis
In this presentation titled: "When One Door Closes, Another Door Opens: But Where Is That Door in the Post-AI World?", Dr. Kitty Hung will address the concerns of IT professionals facing potential displacement by artificial intelligence (AI) and Generative AI.
The evolving AI landscape will be explored and attendees will be guided on identifying new opportunities amidst disruption in this presentation. Beginning with an overview of AI's rapid advancements and their impact on traditional IT roles such as software development, system administration, and data analysis, common myths will be dispelled and economic shifts will be highlighted in the presentation.
Focus will then be shifted to emerging doors, including roles in AI implementation, ethics, data engineering, cybersecurity, product management, edge AI, education, freelance consulting and interdisciplinary fields. Practical strategies for navigation will be provided, encompassing upskilling roadmaps, essential technical and soft skills, networking, risk management, and recommended resources.
Transitions from conventional IT positions to AI-centric careers will be illustrated by real-world success stories, while challenges and solutions will be addressed. Embracing change will be encouraged in the conclusion, with a call to action for immediate steps towards adaptation and growth in the AI era.
Speaker Biography
Dr. Kitty Hung has three decades of experience in Tech working in various projects ranging from Central Government, Local Authorities, Aerospace, Defence, Aviation, Transportation, Security & Telecommunications.
She holds a PhD in Computer Science from the University of Sheffield. Her role predominantly focuses on business analysis in digital transformation, cyber security, and large-scale systems delivery across both government and FTSE 250 organizations.
A Fellow of the British Computer Society (FBCS) and a Chartered IT Professional (CITP), Dr. Hung is a frequent contributor to thought leadership through journals such as TechUK, Passenger Terminal World and the BCS ITNow, and she is an active public speaker in major conferences including IRM UK's Business Analysis Conference and BCS industry events.
Her career includes impactful roles with the London Metropolitan Police, Capita, Raytheon UK, and Atkins, leading projects in justice reform, cyber intelligence, smart metering infrastructure, and airport technology modernisation.
Dr. Hung has also served as a Special Police Constable with the Met, supporting cybercrime investigations with her technical expertise. She is passionate about using technology to enhance human capability, foster ethical innovation, and drive business success in complex, high-stakes environments.
Learn more at : www.drkittyhung.com or on her LinkedIn : https://www.linkedin.com/in/kitty-hung-phd-citp-fbcs-miiba-03120a66?utm_source=share&utm_campaign=share_via&utm_content=profile&utm_medium=android_app
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