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Wednesday, Aug 6
11:00 PM, Aug 6 - 12:00 AM GMT, Aug 7
11:00 PM, Aug 6 - 12:00 AM GMT, Aug 7
Balancing Ambition and Reality: Evaluating the Trade-offs of Using LLMs in Real-World Applications
The hype is real, but so are the costs. Let's cut through the noise and discuss what actually works when deploying LLMs at scale.Stop guessing. Start deciding—with data, peer insights, and hard-won experience. Join fellow engineering leaders navigating th
Learn MoreWednesday, Jul 16
5:00 PM - 6:00 PM GMT
5:00 PM - 6:00 PM GMT
Redefining Endpoint Management: How Engineering Leaders Are Driving AI-Powered Control & Clarity
In today’s fast-paced and complex IT landscape, uncertainty slows progress—and risks everything. For engineering leaders tasked with building secure, scalable infrastructure, the need for real-time visibility and intelligent control has never been greater
Tuesday, Jul 15
5:30 PM - 8:30 PM EDT
5:30 PM - 8:30 PM EDT
Humans vs AI: Securing the Human-Risk Layer in the AI Arms Race
Generative AI lets attackers spin up hyper-personalized social engineering scams in an instant, but it also gives defenders unprecedented leverage. This dinner unpacks how security leaders can combine human-centric controls with AI-powered automation to p
Learn MoreWednesday, Jul 30
5:30 PM - 7:30 PM PDT
5:30 PM - 7:30 PM PDT
ELC SF July Meetup
Bring Your Challenges, Leave with Solutions!Join engineering leaders in SF for a series of roundtable discussions where we'll tackle critical engineering leadership topics, enjoy light bites and drinks.[Topics will be added closer to the event date - RSVP
Learn MoreTuesday, Jul 22
5:00 PM - 6:00 PM GMT
5:00 PM - 6:00 PM GMT
Beyond Terraform: How Engineering Leaders Are Rebuilding Infra Strategy in the Post-BSL Era
HashiCorp’s shift to the BSL license has pushed engineering leaders to take a hard look at their engineering stack. What was once a default choice now raises questions about long-term flexibility, governance, and control. This session is designed for engi
Wednesday, Jul 30
6:00 PM - 8:30 PM PDT
6:00 PM - 8:30 PM PDT
What’s Broken in the Health Stack Today - and How Would You Fix It?
Join a small group of senior engineers, product thinkers, and technical leaders for a candid roundtable discussion on the structural issues plaguing today’s healthcare stack—and how we might design our way out of them. Discussion Points: State of Healthca
Thursday, Jul 17
10:00 PM - 11:00 PM GMT
10:00 PM - 11:00 PM GMT
Roundtable: How Slack DevXP uses Slack for Collaboration
Ever wonder how Slack uses Slack to build… Slack?The team building Slack's developer tools uses their own product daily to solve complex collaboration challenges. What do they know that most engineering organizations don't?In this roundtable, we'll explor
Learn MoreThursday, Jul 10
9:00 PM - 10:00 PM GMT
9:00 PM - 10:00 PM GMT
Roundtable: How AI Tools Are Reshaping Engineering Workflows and Teams
As AI becomes deeply embedded in the engineering workflow, it's reshaping how we design, build, and scale software. From code generation and automated testing to intelligent infrastructure and tooling, engineering leaders are navigating new challenges—and
Learn MoreTuesday, Aug 26
5:00 PM - 5:45 PM GMT
5:00 PM - 5:45 PM GMT
Match & Learn - Influencing Upward: Winning Buy-In for Technical Initiatives
Great ideas don’t win themselves — influence does.Influencing Upward: Winning Buy-In for Technical InitiativesEven the most brilliant technical solutions fail without proper stakeholder support. How do you translate technical necessity into business langu
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6:00 PM - 6:45 PM GMT
6:00 PM - 6:45 PM GMT
Match & Learn - AI-Powered Global Teams: Bridging Time Zones and Cultural Gaps
Global teams. AI acceleration. Human connection still matters. Connect 1:1 with other engineering leaders to exchange insights on leading high-performing, AI-powered global teams across time zones and cultures.AI-Powered Global Teams: Bridging Time Zones
Learn MoreWednesday, Jul 23
5:00 PM - 5:45 PM GMT
5:00 PM - 5:45 PM GMT
Match & Learn - Cross-Functional Collaboration for Engineering-Driven Outcomes
Building together beats building alone. Connect 1:1 with other engineering leaders to exchange strategies for driving stronger outcomes through better cross-functional collaboration.Cross-Functional Collaboration for Engineering-Driven OutcomesBuilding gr
Learn MoreTuesday, Jul 29
6:00 PM - 6:45 PM GMT
6:00 PM - 6:45 PM GMT
Match & Learn - Culture That Endures in the Age of AI: What Still Matters When Things Change
Is your engineering culture AI-proof? Connect with peers who are navigating this critical leadership challenge.This virtual 1:1 Match event is bringing together engineering leaders to exchange practical insights on preserving what matters most as AI trans
Learn MoreWednesday, Nov 19
9:00 PM - 10:00 PM GMT
9:00 PM - 10:00 PM GMT
Leadership Roundtable: Celebration and Recognition
Boost employee engagement and retention through effective Celebration and Recognition practices by attending our next roundtable session. Recognizing team achievements is vital for maintaining a motivated workforce. This session will explore impactful rec
Learn MoreWednesday, Sep 17
8:00 PM - 9:00 PM GMT
8:00 PM - 9:00 PM GMT
Leadership Roundtable: Technical Strategy and Roadmaps
Develop and execute robust Technical Strategies and Roadmaps by joining our next roundtable session. A well-defined technical strategy is key to driving innovation and achieving organizational goals. This session will cover strategic planning frameworks,
Learn MoreWednesday, Jul 16
8:00 PM - 9:00 PM GMT
8:00 PM - 9:00 PM GMT
Leadership Roundtable: Budget and Financial Planning
Master the art of Budget and Financial Planning in our next roundtable session. Effective financial management is crucial for the success of engineering teams. This session will delve into budget allocation, cost management, and financial forecasting. Sha
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ELC Peer Groups
ELC Peer Groups
The peer group program is for all engineering leaders, regardless of role or tenure. It's an ongoing way to gain outside perspectives and discuss real challenges with trusted peers. It's a place where you can get support and support others.
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