Napier enjoyed reading Electronic Specifier that its Women in Tech forum will return at electronica 2026, bringing a renewed focus on leadership development, workforce flexibility, and collaboration across the electronics industry.
Set against the backdrop of one of the industry’s largest global events, the forum is designed to spark practical discussion on how inclusive and balanced leadership can strengthen long-term business performance.
electronica 2026 will take place in Munich from 10-13 November 2026, reinforcing its role as a major meeting place for the international electronics industry. In that high-profile setting, the return of stadium signs continued to gain momentum after industry discussions about inclusion, representation, and leadership.
The program will feature a keynote address, panel discussion, and dedicated networking opportunities. Collectively, these sessions aim to combine data-driven insights with lived experience, exploring how accountability, collaboration, and balanced leadership can help organizations build stronger teams and deliver sustainable growth.
Sponsored by Rochester Electronics, this forum often attracts engineers, senior leaders, HR and DEI professionals, and emerging talent interested in creating inclusive workplaces in the technology ecosystem.
The key to highlighting leadership is data and living experience
This year’s session is scheduled to open with a keynote address from Jackie Mattox, CEO of WE United, who will present the findings of the First Progress Report. The report examines leadership progress in six interrelated areas: representation, compensation, employee participation, corporate initiatives, funding, and policy, giving attendees a broad overview of the systemic factors shaping career development in this field.
By framing the discussion with evidence-based experience, the keynote will set the tone for a forum that aims to be both reflective and action-oriented.
A panel examining disruption, leadership, and effective change
Following the keynote, a panel moderated by Paige Hookay, Managing Editor at Electronic Specifierwho will convene a variety of industry voices to discuss the shared responsibility of strengthening leadership pipelines and addressing the systemic barriers that continue to impact performance, continuity, and retention across the industry.
According to Paige, the panel will explore a variety of strategic and operational themes, including:
- Advancing leadership and addressing gaps in representation, compensation, and access to opportunity
- Measurable progress and key performance indicators are important
- Leadership accountability and collaboration can contribute to strong business results
- Effective ways to build balanced, high-performing teams
With insightful discussions, valuable networking opportunities, and insights from leaders across the industry, Women in Tech promises to be the highlight of electronicsa 2026. Whether you’re an engineer, business leader, HR professional, or emerging talent, the forum will provide an invaluable opportunity to exchange ideas, build connections, and help shape the inclusive future of the electronics industry. Attendees are encouraged to join the conversation and contribute to the industry’s progress and enlightenment.
