Women Who Qlik

Congratulations to our very own Women Who Qlik member and Luminary @VParsons on an amazing story now up on Qlik.com!

Learn how South Central Ambulance Service NHS Foundation Trust (SCAS) partnered with Ordnance Survey and Qlik to transform ambulance fleet operations through its Intelligent Vehicle Monitoring project. By harnessing millions of fleet management datapoints, SCAS gained deeper visibility into ambulance demand, deployment, and maintenance needs.

The initiative enabled smarter maintenance scheduling, improved ambulance availability, and more effective crew deployment, helping keep ambulances on the road longer and ultimately improving patient care and incident response times across the region.

Check out the story here!

Welcome to all new members and hello to our OGs! 

We’re happy to have you here and excited for you to be part of this growing, global community.  

Women Who Qlik exists to connect, support, and empower women and allies across the Qlik ecosystem through shared experiences, learning opportunities, career growth, and access to expertise and resources. Our mission is to create an inclusive space where women can learn from one another, amplify their voices, and grow their careers while deepening their impact with Qlik. 

The Women Who Qlik Community Group is the place to access all the exciting events and content around the Women Who Qlik program. 

Throughout the year, you can look forward to:  

• Quarterly engaging virtual events (LinkedIn Live streams, networking, speaker sessions) 

• In-person event experiences at Qlik Connect  

• Career development and Qlik product resources  
• Opportunities to learn, share, and connect with peers across industries and roles 

 All members will receive the Women Who Qlik badge to share on your social shortly, as well as one to share on Community.  We will send you your social Credly badge via email.  If you have any objections, please let us know!

How to get started: 

1. Introduce yourself! 

         Reply to this post and tell us: 

• Who you are 

• What you do 

• What you hope to learn or share here 

2. Take our short survey 

         This helps us shape future events, speakers, and topics around you. 

3. Subscribe to the group 

         Subscribe so you don’t miss event invites, discussions, and announcements. 

4. Check Out the Leadership & Mentorship: A Women Who Qlik Conversation with Sadie St Lawrence event post!

Watch the exclusive conversation on mentorship and leadership with Sadie St. Lawrence, tech influencer and founder of Women in Data and founder/CEO of the Human Machine Collaboration Institute.

I’m excited to get to know you all throughout the year! 

Warm regards,  

Sarah  

To honor mental health awareness month, we will look at how to navigate career pauses or shifts that come with caregiving responsibilities while still staying connected to long-term goals. You will learn about strategies for re-entering the workforce with confidence, setting boundaries without compromising how you’re perceived, and identifying the workplace supports that help caregivers thrive and continue growing in their careers.

Related Content

Article: Returning to Work After Babies: Tips & Experiences

Article: Returning to the Workforce After Being a Caregiver

Podcast: Women at Work Podcast: Consumed by Caregiving (41 mins)

We would love to hear from you! Please share in the comments how do you stay connected to your long-term career goals when life requires you to slow down or shift priorities?

Check out the article from Women Who Qlik Leader Priscila Paolinelli where she discusses the debate over AI first, data first or process first.  She discusses the importance of data and AI literacy in this conversation among other ideas.

Share your thoughts below or reply to it on Linkedin.

Networking takes center stage this week! Stay tuned for tips and insights from our Women Who Qlik leaders and be sure to share your own networking best practices.

Related Content

Article: 10 networking tips that will work for anyone

Ted Talk: Beyond Handshakes : Effective Networking Tips | Claudia Comtois | TEDxHECMontréal (7:27 min)

Resources

Article: 8 Effective Networking Strategies for Professionals

We would love to hear from you! Please share in the comments how can someone start building thought leadership, even if they’re early in their career? @gwenstamp125 

An inspiring story about Steve (Stephanie) Shirley, a successful woman entrepreneur in the early days of computing. https://omny.fm/shows/cautionary-tales-with-tim-harford/the-refugee-who-led-a-software-revolution-with-ben-walter

-Rob 

Qlik Connect is fast approaching. To prepare for Qlik Connect and other industry events, we’re exploring what personal branding means, some tips for creating your personal brand and how it can influence career growth in Data, Analytics, and AI.

Related Content:

Article: Why is your personal brand important?

Article: How Women Can Use Personal Branding To Accelerate Career Success

Extra Resources:

Article: 10 Golden Rules of Personal Branding

Article: Build your personal brand on Linkedin

We would love to hear from you! Please share in the comments why personal branding important to you and how has it influenced your career growth and opportunity?

Artificial Intelligence is powerful, fast, and confidently woven into our decisions including drafting emails, ranking candidates, flagging risks, and recommending actions. But as its influence grows, so does the question of responsibility: not just whether AI makes mistakes, but who owns them.

In this Data Voyagers episode, Qlik Partner Ambassador and Qlik MVP @igoralcantara and Qlik Partner and Education Ambassador @Aklidas, explore the six pillars of AI governance: safety, security, legal, ethics, performance, and sustainability.  They examine bias, model drift, regulatory pressure, and environmental impact. Igor and Angelika show that governing AI isn’t about slowing innovation; it’s about protecting trust and ensuring we are disciplined enough to manage the systems shaping our decisions.

Listen to this amazing podcast now!

Welcome back!

This week, we continue the conversation with the Women Who Qlik leaders as they share more insights on starting in analytics, data, and AI and what they see coming next in this exciting and evolving field.

Related Content:

Podcast: How to get started in Data Analytics with Deeksha Anand (26 mins)

Linkedin Live: Data Voyagers Podcast: Qlik it like a Woman (50 mins)

Extra Resources:

Podcast: Path to Data Leadership: Skills Challenges and Growth (41 mins)

Linkedin Live: The Data Mix: Women Who Qlik (55 mins)

We would love to hear from you! Please share, in the comments, how the field of data, analytics and AI has changed over the past few years, and how aspiring professionals should prepare for what’s next?  @Aklidas,@papazissispaolinelli, @StephanieR  and @GSTAMP  please share your thoughts as well. 

Happy International Women's Day! This year's theme, "Give to Gain," resonates deeply with our mission at Women Who Qlik. The Women Who Qlik community is an amazing group of women who support each other, share experiences and knowledge, and I'm truly loving being a part of it!

In the spirit of International Women’s Day, I want to share a piece of my own journey and offer some advice for all the brilliant women starting their careers in data, analytics, and AI.

The Experience That Shaped Me

At almost 64 years old, life is never dull, and I'm always on a learning curve! When I started as a Manager of a Data & Analytics team, I remember sitting in a meeting where I was the only woman at the table. I had an idea, a different way of looking at the data and the Business Intelligence process, that I believed could solve the problems we were facing. However, when I started to explain, I was interrupted, and my idea was dismissed before I could fully explain it. I will never forget that moment; it made me feel small, and I began to doubt myself. Was my story incorrect? Should I have spoken up? Was my idea really that bad?

Later that day, a senior colleague who had witnessed the exchange asked me for a separate meeting. He said, “Well, that didn’t go well, but I think they misunderstood you. How can I help you bring your idea to the table?” The tip he gave me was, never let anyone silence you. Your perspective is valuable because it's different, and you have a clear vision for the future of our teams. I got the help I needed, I was mentored, and my voice was heard. The biggest success from that moment was that the two teams were merged into one, and we started using the same data source! My biggest lesson was learning that I do have a voice, and with the help of my mentor, people started to listen.

This experience shaped my years as a manager. Stories like this, and those from the amazing Women Who Qlik, reinforce that no woman should ever feel like she must shrink to fit in or be ignored. Mentorship matters, and it helps you grow!

My Tips for starting in data, analytics, and AI

For those of you just beginning your journey, here are some of the lessons that I've learned along the way:

• Build your foundation but always stay curious: Master the fundamentals of data, analytics, and AI. Understand the 'why' behind the techniques, not just the 'how'. Never stop learning. This field is constantly evolving, so cultivate a mindset of continuous curiosity. Read, experiment, and ask questions. Sometimes I feel overwhelmed, but my advice is to pick the fundamentals you need, start with what you feel comfortable with, and build from there.
• Find your tribe: You are not alone. Seek out communities like Women Who Qlik, both online and in person. Find mentors who will challenge and support you. And just as importantly, be a mentor to others. The connections you make will be your greatest asset.
• Don't be afraid to be different: Your unique background, experiences, and perspective are your superpowers. Don't shy away from them. The most innovative solutions come from looking at problems in new ways. Embrace your authentic self, and don't let anyone tell you to be a muted version of yourself.
• Communication is key: You can have the most brilliant analysis in the world, but if you can't communicate it effectively, it won't have an impact. Learn to tell stories with data. Understand your audience and tailor your message to them. Your ability to translate complex data into actionable insights is what will set you apart.

On this International Women's Day, I encourage you to reflect on the theme of "Give To Gain." Give your time, your knowledge, and your support to the women around you. In doing so, you will not only help them to rise, but you will also find that you gain more than you ever thought possible. Together, we can continue to build a future where every woman has a seat at the table, and where every voice is heard.

Stay in touch with me via the Women who Qlik Community, connect with me on LinkedIn or just DM me!

Angelika Klidas
Trainer & Advisor, Business Data Challengers, the Netherlands

Welcome to the Women Who Qlik Career Growth Series. Over the coming year, join the Women Who Qlik community and industry leaders for engaging content and meaningful conversations designed to help women and allies grow their careers in data, analytics, and AI.  Twice a month we will drop new topics and content for you to enjoy.

This week, we’ll dive into what it truly takes to get started and grow in this fast-evolving field. Whether you’re just starting out or ready for your next step, join the conversation and learn from women who have walked the path and are here to support your success. 

Related Content: 

Podcast: Career Advice for Women in Analytics (39 mins) 

Linkedin Live: Women Who Qlik (35 mins) 

Podcast:  How to Get Started in Data Analytics (25 mins) 

 We would love to hear from you! Please share, in the comments, your top tips for starting in Data, analytics and AI. What early career decisions or experiences shaped your path the most? @Gwen @StephanieR any thoughts? 

We have another amazing article written by our very own @papazissispaolinelli all about AI agents in organizations and some key risk factors that need to be addressed and assessed. 

Learn more in the Linkedin article. 

If you have an article or content you would like me to share please reach out as I would be happy to share with the rest of the community. 🙂

Hello Women Who Qlik!

What if the most significant language barrier in the data, analytics and AI field isn't technical at all? What if it's woven into the very words we use every day, creating invisible hurdles for women (and even men) and a costly disconnect between our data teams and business leaders?

Dive in to this amazing article written by @Aklidas to learn more about how to speak the same language across your data driven organization. 

We’re kicking off an exciting year ahead, packed with opportunities to learn, connect, and grow. Look out for a Career & Product Resources Program launching in February, featuring content to help you succeed and progress in your career, along with recommended Qlik product courses to build your skills and confidence.

We’ll also be hosting Women Who Qlik LinkedIn Lives, interactive networking sessions, and meaningful conversations throughout the year. Plus, expect special Women Who Qlik events at Qlik Connect, with dedicated ways to learn, network, and connect in person.

Also this is a quick reminder to SUBSCRIBE to this forum to stay on top of all the Women Who Qlik content and events this year.

Share the one word that will define your 2026 below!  Mine is CHANGE. @Aklidas @StephanieR @gwenstamp125  @papazissispaolinelli @lashworth 

Stay tuned, get involved, and let’s make this a powerful year together! 💚

If you haven't already seen the Women Who Qlik LinkedIn Live, this is a must watch!

Join @StephanieR, @Aklidas, and Kelly Forbes as they share their thoughts on the underrepresentation of women in the fields of Data, Analytics and AI. They will explore why the gap exists, what is driving it and what individuals and organizations can do to close this gap.

Hello Women Who Qlik Community! 

I’m thrilled to join this amazing community !

I’ve spent the last 6 years working with Qlik products across various domains, and I’m truly passionate about data and sharing knowledge.

That’s why I’m excited to share my YouTube channel, @QlikTips. 

Looking for a friendly way to sharpen your skills? I create clear, strategic tutorials for all technical levels, whether you're just starting with Qlik or need advanced guides on data modeling and expressions

Ready to grow together? Let's keep supporting women in tech! 

Find the QlikTips Channel here: [Qlik Tips Youtube Channel  ]

Let’s keep leveling up together!

Hi Women Who Qlik,

Data Voyagers has 2 new podcasts available, both recorded recently at the Lund Meetup.

The first is an in depth conversation with Qlik CEO Mike Capone around Qlik’s journey from its Scandinavian origins in 1993 to its present as a global leader in data and AI. Mike reflects on how Qlik’s mission evolved from helping people see the whole story in their data to enabling intelligent, autonomous decision-making across the enterprise. 

You can listen HERE. 

The second Qlik Partner Ambassadors @igoralcantara and @Aklidas sit down with Luminaries @VParsons (NHS Foundation Trust) and @Henri_Rufin (Radiall) for an open and unfiltered conversation about analytics, data practice, challenges, use cases, and the evolving role of Qlik. 

You can listen HERE. 

Happy Listening!

If you know me, you know I love to learn! My last course was back in May when I prepped for the Qlik AI Specialist certification. I really enjoyed the program (and format)!  It helped reinforce key concepts around AI and Qlik's AI tools and methods. I highly recommend it to anyone working in the data and analytics space.

Now that I have a bit of breathing room in my schedule, I am looking for my next course. I am open to anything in the data/analytics space, leadership, or really anything that has helped you grow or sparked inspiration.

If you have taken a course recently that you loved, I’d love to hear about it. Always looking for good recommendations!