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On top of it all, the fragmentation of the ICT supply chain has resulted in a growing number of suppliers, manufacturers, and service providers. This shift is enabling networks to become more sofware-driven and reliant on white-box equipment and open-source software, creating more opportunities and a level playing field to compete, making it the perfect time for female entrepreneurs. Businesses around the world are also employing women at a higher rate than ever before due in part to female-led tech companies proving more success- ful. It is also estimated that 1.2 million jobs could be added to the ICT industry over the next few decades by women alone, which will help eliminate the digital skills gap that is costing billions in unrealized revenue. So, if any of you women out there are at all thinking that we are lacking in opportunities, think again. The ICT world is our oyster and each and every one of you is a pearl. bicsi.org/wib Details and application coming soon to bicsi.org/winter. BICSI will soon be accepting speaker applications for the 2021 BICSI Winter Conference & Exhibition. The Winter hybrid event will take place 7-11 February at the Orlando World Center Marriott in Orlando, Florida, USA. Attendees will have the opportunity to join BICSI presentations in person or virtually through a livestream. Educate Fellow ICT Professionals with Your Specialized Knowledge • Help attendees maximize their conference takeaway by sharing your ICT insight. • Be recognized as an active contributor to the advancement of the ICT industry. • Draw attention to your company as an expert presenter. • Receive a complimentary conference registration. Speaker submissions are due Friday, 2 October 2020. ORGANIZATION Page 16