Hyderabad, (Telangana) [India] May 30, 2026: The ISACA Hyderabad Chapter successfully hosted SheLeadsTech 2026, an event dedicated to empower women to enhance their professional skills and advocate for their career advancement alsoincreasing women’s representation in technology, cybersecurityand digital trust leadership. SheleadsTech program pillar are ENGAGE: Raising awareness, EMPOWER: Building alliances, ELEVATE: Preparing to lead. As an industry-leading organization that serves digital trust professionals around the world, ISACA is focused on putting an end to gender inequality.
The event brought together professionals, emerging technologists, and industry leaders to bridge the gender gap through mentorship, leadership development and strategic dialogue.
The conference was inaugurated by Chief Guest Ms. Vinita Surana, Executive Director of Surana Group and Founding Partner of Vinvinsituation, led by SheLeadsTech Director Ms. Padma Akella alongside the ISACA Hyderabad Chapter’s 2026 board members President, Mr. Sujay Gankidi, Vice President Mr. Raj Pawar, Secretary Mr. Rajnish Dasari, Membership Director Ms. Sowjanya Ponnaluru, Program Director Mr. Ajay Soni, Treasurer Mr. Vamsi Krishan GV, Assit. Treasurer Ms. Ramadevi K, Legal & Compliance Director Mr. Anjani Gupta, Government Relations Director Mr. Venu Gopal Hari, IPP Mr. GCS Sarma, CISA Coordinator Mr. Pavan Kumar, Advisors Ms. Sharon Gaddala, Mr. Johnson Jayakar and Venkatram C.
Speaking at the inauguration, Ms. Vinita Surana said, “Women don’t need seats at the table, they need the blueprint to build their own tables. Let this be the year we move from conversation to concrete action.”
Ms. Sheetal M Veturi, Founder of Asvira Consulting, Singapore, delivered the keynote address on navigating leadership with resilience and purpose.
Two high-impact panel discussions followed:
Panel 1 – From Vision to Blueprint – Translating Leadership Ideas into Technical Reality. Panel 2 – The Next 5 Years – Emerging Tech Trends Women Are QuietlyLeading.
President Mr. Sujay Gankidi reaffirmed ISACA Hyderabad’s commitment to fostering inclusive professional communities. Volunteers and board members were recognized for their dedication.
SheLeadsTech 2026 was a catalyst for building a stronger, more diverse digital future.
