Ryan Watson

As the tech skills gap continues to widen and demand for talent grows, one powerful way we can all contribute is by practicing genuine allyship. In this session, I’ll share my personal experience navigating the workplace with dyspraxia—and yes, even typing the word ally can be a challenge for me. But beyond personal struggles, this talk will focus on practical, actionable steps that anyone can take to support underrepresented or marginalized groups in the workplace. Inclusive workplaces aren’t just the responsibility of a few—they’re everyone’s responsibility. You’ll leave this session with real-world strategies to help bridge the skills gap while actively supporting diversity and inclusion in your organization. This is about creating spaces where everyone can thrive, and where allyship becomes a key driver of meaningful change.