Fall 2026 Topics in Tech
Talks from CIS alumni and technology professionals
Our Topics in Tech series brings CIS alumni and technology professionals to campus to share their experiences and insights,
and gives you an outstanding chance to network with industry leaders. Come with questions, and stay to meet the speakers.
CS 240
Data
Coding
AI
Cybersecurity
Health
UXC
Entrepreneurship
Tags show the courses and interest areas each talk relates to.
Your Career in Information Security
Roy Wattansin · Healthcare Research Security Advisor, MIT
Smith 301
Security in AI and AI in Security
Mark Maney · Chief Product Officer, Amica
LaCava 335
Preparing for Your Tech Interview
Jawahar Siva · Director, Head of Realtime Messaging Technology, Capital One
LaCava 340
Leading AI Strategy and Governance for a Pharmaceutical Client
Bhavik Patel · Principal, SEI
LaCava 325 AB
Beyond the Pixel: Where Computer Vision Goes Next
Angela Su · Principal Machine Learning Engineer, Cherish
LaCava 335
AI-Driven Software Development
Mark Xie · Software Builder, Hi Marley
LaCava 325 AB
Tech and Product Design
Miles Chilson · Principal Product Designer, Chilson Design Collaborative
LaCava 325 AB
Using AI to Cope: Helpful Tool or Risky Shortcut?
Liz McCarron · ADHD Life Coach, Excel with ADHD
Smith 207
All Topics in Tech talks are open to Bentley students. Bring your questions and your networking game.
Questions? Email cis_sandbox@bentley.edu
