COMMUNITY EVENT

About CTO Insights:
Welcome to CTO Insights, the networking event that is shaping the tech community in Miami! We are dedicated to building a vibrant and strong tech community right in the heart of this dynamic city.

Event highlights:
CTO Insights is a monthly gathering specifically tailored for key tech leaders, including CTOs, VPs of Engineering, Heads of Engineering, Directors of Engineering, and other prominent tech leaders. This event provides an exclusive platform for:

– Networking opportunities: Forge meaningful connections with fellow CTOs and tech leaders, exchange innovative ideas, and explore potential partnerships that could revolutionize your business.
– Exclusive insights: Gain valuable perspectives and knowledge from high-profile speakers who are at the forefront of the tech industry. Learn from their experiences, successes, and challenges, and get insights that could inspire your own path to success.
– Collaborative idea exchange: Engage in meaningful discussions and idea-sharing sessions with like-minded individuals. At CTO Insights, we foster collaboration and creativity, allowing you to explore new strategies and solutions for current tech challenges.

Don’t miss the chance to be part of our tech community! Join CTO Insights and be a part of Miami’s technological transformation.

Special Guest:
Shawn Stewart | VP & Head of Engineering at Apartment List

Shawn Stewart was born in rural Jamaica and attended secondary school in London before studying Computer Science at Florida International University (FIU) in Miami. With lifelong passions for software engineering and entrepreneurship, he initially got his start through his own software business and went on to join a series of startups, achieving a number of successful exits. As a software engineer at Sportline.com, which was eventually acquired by CBS to become CBSSports.com.
Stewart is credited as an inventor on over 15 software patents. His contributions supported major online platforms such as NFL.com, MLB.com, Superbowl.com, PGATour.com, NCAASports.com, and the first live VOD product on the internet, March Madness on Demand, which won an Emmy. Stewart later led development on critical initiatives at Fidelity Investments, LinkedIn, Ultimate Software, and Gusto. He is currently leading engineering at Apartment List, where he uses machine learning and general AI to innovate the way renters find homes they love.

This edition’s talk:
Empowering Talent in the Age of AI: Strategies for Growth and Innovation

In his talk “Empowering Talent in the Age of AI: Strategies for Growth and Innovation,” Shawn Stewart will explore how businesses can leverage artificial intelligence to empower talent and drive innovation. He will discuss effective strategies for integrating AI solutions into workflows, thereby enhancing team productivity and creativity.
Stewart will also share his experience in leading engineering teams on cutting-edge technology projects, offering valuable insights on how to foster a culture of continuous learning and adaptability that enables employees to thrive in an ever-evolving technological landscape.