Ever wondered why your technical solution sometimes hits a wall in your company? You've got the knowledge, you've thought this through. Why do you have to fight layers of management to improve the technical environment? As a technical engineer that found herself in the management team, I've seen both sides.

In this talk, I'll share my thoughts on getting your voice heard. We'll dive into practical tips and real-world experiences to help you translate your technical goals to business needs, budgets, and yes, even politics. Let's turn mutual frustration into mutual success by learning to speak each other's language.