Celebrating 15 Years

Sita Lowma

Sita Lowman

Technology Executive and General Manager Leader, Global P&L

Independent Public Board of Director

Sita Lowman serves as an independent Board of Director at Mortgage Guaranty Insurance Corporation (MGIC), a 5.4B+ market cap publicly traded Investment and Insurance Private Mortgage Insurance company. Sita chairs the Business Transformation & Technology committee and is a member of the audit committee of MGIC. Sita recently served as an independent Director at One Stop Systems, a publicly traded provider of high-performance edge computing used for defense, artificial intelligence (AI), and finance applications. Sita was the Chair of the Compensation committee and a member of the Audit & Risk committee at OSS. At OSS she was involved in the selection of a new CEO and a part of a complex change in the financial and reward metrics for the company. Functional expertise she brings to a board include global complex general and product management, global operations, market expansion and M&A.

Sita is a known as digital leader driving digital business transformation. Her expertise for identifying market trends, for overseeing multi-national diverse teams to react to these trends, and for leveraging partnerships to operate globally make her frequently called upon. She is a go to leader to turn around failing businesses. Her over 20 years as a complex P&L leader in Fortune 100 companies serving large enterprises across multiple industries and her expertise in cyber, cloud/SaaS, e commerce, data analytics, risk management, CRM/ERP, and business continuity uniquely qualifies her to oversee digital business transformation. She brings valuable technology, product strategy, M&A and B2B sales insights to the boards she serves. She is known as a leader capable of driving consensus on complex problems, helping to simplify them into actionable concepts, and for being decisive when required.

Sita was most recently a global Vice President and General Manager at DXC Technology, a 14B+ Revenue publicly traded IT services company. Sita managed a global complex P&L which she grew 30%+ YoY for the last several years. Her customers and partners were some of the largest enterprises in the world. Her P&L responsibility covered all aspects of the business from strategic planning, sales, engineering, product management, marketing, delivery implementation, and on-going support. She led a global team of over 2000 individuals across 10+ countries. Prior to DXC, Sita held General Manager roles at HP Enterprise (HPE), Nortel Networks and Texas Instruments (TI) Defense Group (acquired by Raytheon) where she also managed a global P&L. She began her career at TI as an Electrical Engineer building electronic subsystems for various military systems. She transitioned from engineering to procurement to business development and ultimately to product marketing and general management.

Sita earned a BSS of Electrical Engineering at Auburn University. Sita was proudly appointed to various Leadership programs at TI, Nortel, HP and DXC. Previously she served as the President of the Naval Academy North Texas Advisory Board and as a member of the Auburn University Wireless Engineering Advisory Board. She currently serves as an advisor with San Diego based Launch Factory, an incubator that launches and supports the growth of new businesses. Sita is also a mentor for several start-ups in the San Diego area. Sita is the membership chair of the San Diego chapter of WomenCorporateDirectors (WCD), a member of Latino Corporate Directors Association (LCDA) and also serves as a mentor for foster care children in need. Lastly, Sita is an avid pickleball player and loves outdoor bike riding.

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Code of Conduct: Governing Data & Emerging Tech

Boards are no longer observers of emerging technology; they are stewards of how it’s governed. This panel goes beyond awareness to examine how directors can structure oversight, define accountability, and measure governance effectiveness in AI, data use, and digital innovation. Panelists will share practical strategies for building governance systems that ensure transparency, ethical decision-making, and responsible innovation at scale.

Your First Board Meeting: A Director’s Playbook

Designed for aspiring and newly appointed directors, this session offers practical guidance on how to step confidently into your first boardroom. Learn what to expect in early meetings, how to contribute with purpose, and how to quickly build credibility and trust among seasoned peers. Gain insight into board dynamics, unspoken protocols, and the critical questions new directors should be ready to ask and answer.

Tactics that Work: Case Studies in Navigating Shareholder Activism

In this tactical, director-focused session, participants will engage in case-based exercises to dissect real campaigns and pressure scenarios. From activist letters to proxy fights, explore how boards can craft strategic responses that reinforce governance integrity, protect corporate reputation, and align with long-term priorities. Walk away with actionable tactics and frameworks to strengthen board preparedness in the face of growing investor scrutiny.

Inside the Boardroom: Resilience Planning in Action

This interactive session places directors inside the boardroom during moments of disruption. Through tabletop exercises and real-world scenarios, participants will explore how boards can apply structured frameworks to assess geopolitical risk, anticipate threats, and make decisive decisions under pressure. Designed as a classroom-style session, this breakout provides practical tools to strengthen oversight and build a proactive board response strategy in an increasingly uncertain world.

Reputation & Response: How Boards Navigate Shareholder Activism

As shareholder activism intensifies, boards face mounting pressure to defend strategy, protect corporate reputation, and engage stakeholders with clarity. This panel brings together seasoned directors to explore how boards can respond effectively while maintaining credibility, board alignment, and stakeholder trust. Hear real-world insights on navigating activism in today’s high-stakes, high-visibility environment.

Navigating Global Markets: Trade, Tariffs, and Supply Chain Strategy

As global disruptions reshape business models, this panel will explore how boards can navigate the practical complexities of trade, tariffs, and supply chain shifts across regions. Panelists will share how directors are guiding companies through regulatory changes, sourcing challenges, and new market risks, while seizing opportunities for growth and operational agility.

Strengthening Oversight: Risk Management and Board Resilience

This keynote will equip directors to think globally about risk through the lens of geopolitical foresight, cross-border tensions, and long-term instability. Learn how boards can strengthen oversight and guide enterprise-wide resilience by anticipating disruption and embedding a proactive risk culture in a changing world.