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Discover Women in Identity (WiD) at the KuppingerCole European Identity & Cloud Conference!

Discover Women in Identity (WiD) at the KuppingerCole European Identity & Cloud Conference!

Networking Event
Thursday, May 21, 2026 13:05—14:30
Location: B 04
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WiD, a global, not-for-profit membership organization, is dedicated to fostering diversity and inclusion across the identity industry. Our mission is to drive the development of universal access to identity solutions, promoting civic, social, and economic empowerment worldwide.

WiD's vision encompasses solutions 'Built FOR Everyone BY Everyone', and we're committed to achieving this through research, job board opportunities, and influencing digital identity policy and regulation.

Whether you're seeking professional advancement, eager to contribute to a more inclusive identity sector, or interested in partnering with a forward-thinking organization, the WiD networking event is the place to be. Don't miss the opportunity to connect, learn, and make a difference in the world of digital identity. See you there!

https://www.womeninidentity.org

Women in Identity Session Agenda

Format
A short thought-leadership session followed by structured networking.

Audience
Identity, security, digital trust, and inclusion leaders attending EIC.

Session Focus
This session explores inclusive digital identity and how identity systems can be designed and governed to work for everyone while still meeting security, regulatory, and commercial requirements. The discussion is practical, grounded in real-world experience, and aimed at leaders shaping the future of identity.

What the Session Includes

•    Welcome and scene-setting from Women in Identity
•    A moderated discussion on:
      o Designing identity systems that reduce exclusion and bias
      o The human and economic impact of identity decisions
      o Why inclusion needs to be embedded early in identity programmes
•    Audience engagement through Q&A and discussion
•    Structured networking immediately following the session to encourage informal, deeper conversations

Kay Chopard
Executive Director
Kantara Initiative
Ms. Kay Chopard is the Executive Director of the Kantara Initiative, a nonprofit corporation. The Kantara Initiative is a unique global ‘commons’ that operates conformity assessment,...
Dr. Angelika Steinacker
Member and Ambassador
Women in Identity
Angelika is a seasoned Cybersecurity professional with over 30 years of experience, including more than two decades specializing in Identity and Access Management (IAM). She has held leadership,...
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