The relationship between technology and the business workforce has been rapidly evolving over the past few decades, particularly with the advent of the Internet of Things (IoT). IoT refers to the interconnected network of physical devices, vehicles, home appliances, and other items embedded with electronics, software, sensors, and connectivity which enables these objects to connect and exchange data. In the business world, IoT is transforming the way companies operate, improving productivity and efficiency through automation and data analysis. As a result, many jobs are becoming obsolete, while new ones are being created in areas such as data analysis, software development, and network security. The future of the workforce in regards to business technology is likely to see a continued trend of automation and the integration of IoT. As technology continues to advance, it will bring about new opportunities for businesses to improve their operations, but it will also require workers to continually adapt and acquire new skills to remain relevant in the changing job market. As technology continues to progress, it is important for businesses and workers alike to embrace change and stay ahead of the curve.
Moderated By: Henry Odi
Meet Our Panelists
Irene Magistro: Director of Information Technology, Convelo Insurance Group
Lehigh Class of 2022
Irene Magistro started her career in law and project management, being an international lawyer managing European Fund Aid projects and Quality Management system projects based on the European Iso standards. Leadership developer for 14 years at the Iacocca Institute, Lehigh, for the Global Village Program, she has developed her skills as a global mentor and international networker, with more than 4000 connections in 140 countries. Graduated MBA at Lehigh in 1 year; using her networking skills, she started a new chapter in her career in the Insurance world as IT Director for Signers National, leading insurance services in the country dedicated exclusively to non-profit and human services organizations. Irene, in her role, has been developing and enhancing programs helping the company to offer new services in an optimized operational workflow. Irene has served as an international director at the Lehigh Alumni Association and President of the Global Village Network. She recently published her first book on the mindset of the networker, soon in English.
Lynne Davis: Global Head of Business Continuity and Disaster Recovery, Jefferies
Lynne has enjoyed a diverse career within the Financial Services sector and her last 13+ years at Jefferies. She currently runs Global Business Continuity and Disaster Recovery for Jefferies as well as being CIO for the Wealth Management Division. In this role, she has blended her 25+ years of experience across IT, Treasury, Derivatives and HR to provide solutions on how to improve resiliency and support the most critical business processes across various divisions within the organization.
She is a member of SIFMA (Securities Industry and Financial Markets Association) Industry Resiliency Committee and Business Continuity Committee whose focus is on key topics affecting the Financial Services industry with special focus on Regulatory and Crisis Management.
Lynne previously held senior roles in Technology Program Management, Global Lateral Recruiting and Derivatives. She received her Finance degree from Lehigh University.
Andrew Daly: QA Automation Test Engineer, MIO Partners
Lehigh Class of 2020
Andrew Daly is a QA Test Automation Engineer at MIO Partners, a subsidiary of McKinsey & Company. In his role, Andrew has been working to automate software quality assurance processes for trading and liquidity risk. Andrew graduated with a degree in Computer Science & Business in 2020. While on campus he was a part of the running club and CSB Association.
Giana Jarrah: Founder of With Meraki Co & Product Engineer, ABEC
Lehigh Class of 2022
After facing the hardship of caring for her mother who was diagnosed with an aggressive stage of pre-cervical cancer at just 16 years old, Giana Jarrah pursued her studies in Biomedical Engineering. During her time at Lehigh University, she battled recurrent and chronic UTIs, and formed resistance to multiple antibiotics. After so many in such a short period of time, with no solution from medical professionals, she decided to do her own research. She soon realized how little she knew about vaginal health. Seeking to make the world a healthier place, With Meraki Co. was founded and she created a probiotic supplement for urinary and vaginal health. Giana is committed to removing the stigma surrounding vaginas and providing women with an expert solution to maintain optimal urinary and vaginal health - for life.
Meet the Moderator: Henry Odi
Dr. Henry Odi received his Bachelor of Science degree in Business Administration with a minor in Mathematics and his Masters in Education from Millersville University, PA. He received his doctorate in Education/Administration from Lehigh University, PA.
Dr. Odi also has received certificates in Institute for Educational Management (IEM) and Management Development Program (MDP) from Harvard University, Management Institute from University of Kentucky, Leadership Development Program, Lehigh Valley. Dr. Odi is an ACE Fellow, class of 2004-2005 (American Council on Education Fellow). Was invited and attended the 2015 President Obama’s Summit on College Access and Completion.
In 2016 he co-authored an article on “Building Communities to Broaden Participation in STEM at Lehigh University”, AWIS Journal (Association for Women in Science, Vol. 48, pages 1-3, 50-51). In 2001 he co-authored an article on “Diversity and Technology: The Impact of Diversity on the Role of Civil and Environmental Engineers in Bridging the Digital Divide”, ASCE Leadership and Management in Engineering Journal.