Katarzyna Jurczak

Katarzyna Jurczak

Public speaker and trainer at the intersection of technology and psychology with almost 20 years of experience in IT. I focus on how technologies — including AI — shape cognitive skills, decision-making, relationships, and the future of societies as we live increasingly immersed in digital environments. Psychology student with a strong interest in neuroscience and influence of long-term stress on our body and mind. I worked in startups and corporations, as an engineering manager, product and project manager. I have hands-on experience in building and leading teams, creating and delivering products, managing complex projects, and shaping organizational culture within agile software development environments.
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Katarzyna Jurczak
Katarzyna Jurczak

How stress makes us dumber - the neurobiology of chronic stress and cognitive decline

This session explores the neurobiological impact of chronic stress, showing how elevated cortisol affects brain areas vital for focus, memory, and decisions, while influencing immune and body systems....
Soft Skills Soft Skills Conference 50 min. BEGINNER