Results-driven and highly analytical professional with a proven track record of success in data analysis across various industries including consulting, marketing, insurance, sales, and product development. Adept at identifying key insights and trends within complex datasets, utilizing advanced analytical techniques to inform strategic decision-making and drive business growth. Strong communicator who can effectively present findings to technical and non-technical stakeholders. Skilled in data visualization and the use of various analytical tools and software. Committed to continuous learning and staying current with the latest industry trends and technologies.

Ioannis holds a B.Sc. in Agricultural Economics from Agricultural University, GR and an M.Sc. in Business Analytics from Essex University, UK, and a Data Science BootCamp Certificate with Le Wagon Berlin - Batch 954.

Results-driven and highly analytical professional with a proven track record of success in data analysis across various industries including consulting, marketing, insurance, sales, and product development. Adept at identifying key insights and trend... Show more

Serg Masís has been at the confluence of the internet, application development, and analytics for the last two decades. Currently, he's a Principal AI Scientist at Syngenta, a leading agribusiness company with a mission to improve global food security. Before that role, he co-founded a search engine startup, incubated by Harvard Innovation Labs, that combined the power of cloud computing and machine learning with principles in decision-making science to expose users to new places and events efficiently. Whether it pertains to leisure activities, plant diseases, or customer lifetime value, Serg is passionate about providing the often-missing link between data and decision-making. He wrote the bestselling book "Interpretable Machine Learning with Python" and is currently working on a new book titled "DIY AI" for Addison-Wesley for a broader audience of curious developers, makers, and hackers.

Serg Masís has been at the confluence of the internet, application development, and analytics for the last two decades. Currently, he's a Principal AI Scientist at Syngenta, a leading agribusiness company with a mission to improve global food securit... Show more

Kristin King is a cybersecurity and risk management expert with over 25 years of experience in the tech industry. She is the founder and CEO of AnzenSage, a consulting firm focused on securing the critical infrastructure of food, agriculture, zoos, and aquariums. Kristin is also the co-founder of AnzenOT, a SaaS OT Cybersecurity Risk Intelligence platform purpose-built for cyber-physical systems. With a degree in environmental management and a research background in gorilla behavior, she brings a systems-thinking approach that bridges science, technology, and operational realities. Kristin specializes in OT/ICS environments and has become a trusted voice for sectors often overlooked in cybersecurity conversations. She also hosts the award-winning Bites & Bytes Podcast, where she leads thoughtful discussions at the intersection of food, technology, and cybersecurity.

Kristin King is a cybersecurity and risk management expert with over 25 years of experience in the tech industry. She is the founder and CEO of AnzenSage, a consulting firm focused on securing the critical infrastructure of food, agriculture, zoos, ... Show more

Paula Ramos holds a PhD in Computer Vision and Machine Learning, with over 20 years of experience in the technological field. She has been developing novel integrated engineering technologies, mainly in Computer Vision, robotics, and Machine Learning applied to agriculture, since the early 2000s in Colombia. During her PhD and Postdoctoral research, she deployed multiple low-cost, smart edge, and IoT computing technologies, such as those used by farmers, that can be operated without expertise in computer vision systems. The central objective of Paula’s research has been to develop intelligent systems and machines that can understand and recreate the visual world around us to address real-world needs, such as those in the agricultural industry.

Paula Ramos holds a PhD in Computer Vision and Machine Learning, with over 20 years of experience in the technological field. She has been developing novel integrated engineering technologies, mainly in Computer Vision, robotics, and Machine Learning... Show more

Ingeniero industrial y de Sistemas, con 19 años de experiencia en el sector Agroindustrial para la exportación
Gerente de Planta de la empresa SOMEREX S.A en Perú.
He tenido a cargo el diseño, implementación y puesta en marcha de proyectos de construcción de plantas procesadoras de productos congelados; así como la implementación de sistemas de Gestión de Seguridad Alimentaria, ISO, Responsabilidad social y Sistema de Gestión en Control y Seguridad y de la cadena de suministro.

Reconocida como Microsoft Office Specialist Excel 2019 Expert y cuento con la especialización en Business Analytics con Excel y Power BI

Cofundadora de las comunidades de Datos Data Latina y Power Platform Perú

Ingeniero industrial y de Sistemas, con 19 años de experiencia en el sector Agroindustrial para la exportación Gerente de Planta de la empresa SOMEREX S.A en Perú. He tenido a cargo el diseño, implementación y puesta en marcha de proyectos de cons... Show more

Andrew is the agricultural advisor at the BIO-ISAC bringing cybersecurity (and related threat) awareness, mitigation, and response to agriculture.

Andrew is the agricultural advisor at the BIO-ISAC bringing cybersecurity (and related threat) awareness, mitigation, and response to agriculture. Show more

Regenerative Agriculture Enthusiast
Lifelong Student Athlete

Regenerative Agriculture Enthusiast Lifelong Student Athlete Show more

Faical Yannick P. Congo holds a PhD in Cloud Computing and Data Systems and developed a strong research background in collaboration with NIST and Université Clermont Auvergne (UCA), focusing on cloud architectures, data platforms, and standardization-driven approaches.

He has led and contributed to large-scale cloud, data, and AI initiatives within major international organizations including OCP Nutricrops, Sodexo, and Alain Afflelou, working in regulated, multi-region, and business-critical environments.

In parallel, Faical has built entrepreneurial ventures in the United States, France, and Africa, delivering AI and digital solutions across multiple industries, from agriculture and services to retail and industrial sectors. His work consistently emphasizes vendor-agnostic architectures, open technologies, and long-term platform autonomy.

His current focus lies at the intersection of Private AI, cloud-native platforms, Kubernetes, and DevSecOps standards, with a particular emphasis on compute-driven AI standardization (CPU/GPU), agent-based architectures, and sovereign AI operating models.

Faical Yannick P. Congo holds a PhD in Cloud Computing and Data Systems and developed a strong research background in collaboration with NIST and Université Clermont Auvergne (UCA), focusing on cloud architectures, data platforms, and standardization... Show more

Musa-Iman is a software & AI/ML engineer and founder of AgroLati Systems Ltd., specializing in edge-first IoT systems, applied AI/ML models, and resilient infrastructure tailored to local realities. His work includes custom AI software for enterprise clients, and building systems that address foundational gaps in technology ecosystems of emerging markets. Combining product development, strategic leadership, and hands-on engineering, he tackles complex, real-world problems. Through AgroLati, he develops context-aware agritech infrastructure that integrates AI-driven insights to improve operational efficiency, sustainability, and crop productivity, contributing to food security. He shares part of his journey publicly to inspire the next generation of builders creating high-impact solutions for emerging markets.

Musa-Iman is a software & AI/ML engineer and founder of AgroLati Systems Ltd., specializing in edge-first IoT systems, applied AI/ML models, and resilient infrastructure tailored to local realities. His work includes custom AI software for enterprise... Show more

Abisola O Adeyanju is the Co-Founder & CEO of Lynxio Tech, a company dedicated to solving Africa’s challenges through innovative, homegrown technology. Guided by a “for Africans, by Africans” mission, the team’s first product is Plantify Tech—an AI-powered agri-fintech platform that enables African farmers to access crowdfunding from everyday people who want to grow their money by investing in sustainable agriculture.

She was recently selected to represent South Africa at the NGDA Digital Tech Innovation Program in Denmark, where she collaborated with global innovators and presented Plantify Tech on an international stage.

Abisola speaks on practical technology for emerging markets, including ASP.NET architecture, hybrid API design, AI-driven insights for agriculture, and the realities of building a startup as a young African founder.

With hands-on experience leading a lean engineering team and building scalable applications using ASP.NET, FastAPI, and AWS, she brings a grounded yet insightful voice to conversations about innovation, youth leadership, and building tech that truly works in real-world African contexts.

She is passionate about empowering communities through technology and sharing honest lessons from her journey as a rising founder, engineer, and international speaker.

Abisola O Adeyanju is the Co-Founder & CEO of Lynxio Tech, a company dedicated to solving Africa’s challenges through innovative, homegrown technology. Guided by a “for Africans, by Africans” mission, the team’s first product is Plantify Tech—an AI-p... Show more

Abdulakem Yusuf is a recent graduate with a degree in Agricultural Economics. He serves as a Gold Microsoft Learn Student Ambassador, Google Cloud Innovator, Postman Student Leader, GitHub Campus Expert, Friends of Figma Lead, and AWS Community Builder. Additionally, he is a Power BI Instructor at Pristine Research and Development Consult Limited and a fellow at No Hunger Bank.

Abdulakem Yusuf is a recent graduate with a degree in Agricultural Economics. He serves as a Gold Microsoft Learn Student Ambassador, Google Cloud Innovator, Postman Student Leader, GitHub Campus Expert, Friends of Figma Lead, and AWS Community Build... Show more

Ryan is a Principal Engineer at John Deere Intelligent Solutions Group (ISG) where he oversees API standards and architecture for systems farmers depend on for connecting with experts like agronomists, dealers, other experts.

Ryan is a Principal Engineer at John Deere Intelligent Solutions Group (ISG) where he oversees API standards and architecture for systems farmers depend on for connecting with experts like agronomists, dealers, other experts. Show more

Yannick Flores, a Senior Data Scientist with 7+ years of experience, leads global initiatives at Syngenta Digital, including deploying the first commercial LLM for seed recommendations and a disease detection model. Skilled in deep learning, AWS, and DVC, he also teaches at Epitech Strasbourg and mentors aspiring data scientists.

Yannick Flores, a Senior Data Scientist with 7+ years of experience, leads global initiatives at Syngenta Digital, including deploying the first commercial LLM for seed recommendations and a disease detection model. Skilled in deep learning, AWS, and... Show more

1999-2004
Faculty of Science, Charles University, Biology, Mgr. degree
2004-2010
Faculty of Science, Charles University, Molecular Biology, Ph.D. degree
Publications:
https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/?term=valis+k+NOT+St.+Anne%27s+University+Hospital+Brno&sort=pubdate

1999-2004 Faculty of Science, Charles University, Biology, Mgr. degree 2004-2010 Faculty of Science, Charles University, Molecular Biology, Ph.D. degree Publications: https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/?term=valis+k+NOT+St.+Anne%27s+University+Ho... Show more

Estudiante de Ciencias de la Computación en la ESPOL e investigador de Visión por Computadora en el CIDIS-ESPOL. Su trabajo se especializa en la automatización de la inspección de calidad pre-cosecha y post-cosecha mediante Computer Vision y Deep Learning. Como ex presidente del Club de Software Libre KOKOA, lidera iniciativas como el área "Análisis de datos e IA" dentro del club. Es autor de investigaciones publicadas en conferencias globales como VISAPP 2026.

Estudiante de Ciencias de la Computación en la ESPOL e investigador de Visión por Computadora en el CIDIS-ESPOL. Su trabajo se especializa en la automatización de la inspección de calidad pre-cosecha y post-cosecha mediante Computer Vision y Deep Lea... Show more

Akhilesh C. Korpe is an Operations Supervisor at Ardent Mills, overseeing high-volume operations in the food and agribusiness supply chain. With a strong foundation in systems engineering and Lean Six Sigma, Akhilesh excels at bridging the gap between high-level operational strategy and practical, on-the-floor execution. He is passionate about implementing data-driven tracking systems, such as Overall Equipment Effectiveness (OEE), that uncover true capacity constraints rather than artificially inflate efficiency scores. A dedicated leader and problem-solver, Akhilesh speaks regularly on process optimization, operational culture, and the application of frameworks such as Failure Mode and Effects Analysis (FMEA) to solve real-world production bottlenecks.

Akhilesh C. Korpe is an Operations Supervisor at Ardent Mills, overseeing high-volume operations in the food and agribusiness supply chain. With a strong foundation in systems engineering and Lean Six Sigma, Akhilesh excels at bridging the gap betwee... Show more

A farmer and management advisor focused on agriculture, food systems and organizational agility. Over the years, he has led initiatives with forward thinking organizations across a range of sectors like banking, app development, biotech and agriculture. After witnessing environmental challenges and participating in group studies in the EU Commission he founded Rural PM: Incubation & Management Academy in 2016. His goal is to help strengthen management practices in agri food systems, promoting value creation in a simple and regenerative way.

A farmer and management advisor focused on agriculture, food systems and organizational agility. Over the years, he has led initiatives with forward thinking organizations across a range of sectors like banking, app development, biotech and agricultu... Show more

Multilingual network coordinator and experienced event organizer with nearly two decades of leadership within international non-profit networks across Eastern and Central Europe and Central Asia. Skilled in stakeholder engagement, cross-cultural communication, and the design and delivery of high-impact regional and international events. Strong background in translation, project development, and intercultural training. Adept at building partnerships with grassroots communities, NGOs, and institutions to advance inclusive, sustainable food and cultural systems.

Multilingual network coordinator and experienced event organizer with nearly two decades of leadership within international non-profit networks across Eastern and Central Europe and Central Asia. Skilled in stakeholder engagement, cross-cultural comm... Show more

Tumo Kgabeng is an Applied AI Research Engineer and PhD researcher specializing in deep learning cardiac cell biology. Based in Johannesburg, South Africa, Tumo's work bridges computational biology and regenerative medicine. He is also the cofounder of Anton Tech, a research-driven AI and systems engineering company focused on advancing applied AI solutions in agriculture. Through Anton Tech, he is building platforms and tools that democratize access to frontier technologies while promoting sustainable innovation and local capacity building. His research interests span graph-based learning, cell-cell interaction modeling, explainable AI, and large-scale biomedical data integration.

Tumo Kgabeng is an Applied AI Research Engineer and PhD researcher specializing in deep learning cardiac cell biology. Based in Johannesburg, South Africa, Tumo's work bridges computational biology and regenerative medicine. He is also the cofounder ... Show more

I have been developing software for more than 30 years.

I started with limited resources, not enough RAM, low storage, limitations to convert ideas into code, but somehow, I managed to cover the basics of my customers’ business domain processes.

I have walked all the way through software evolution until today, from DOS to Windows, from Windows to Web, to the Web to the cloud, to the cloud to microservices and I will keep walking every step all the way.

Learning about new technologies is my passion.

I am currently developing Backend with Jakarta EE, targeting microservices with Microprofile, Microstream, Payara server, Docker and Kubernetes.

Talking about UI I am stick with Angular and Angular-Ionic

I have been developing software for more than 30 years. I started with limited resources, not enough RAM, low storage, limitations to convert ideas into code, but somehow, I managed to cover the basics of my customers’ business domain processes. ... Show more

Après une expérience en tant que Responsable Environnement chez Vinci, Abelaïd s’est spécialisé dans l’accompagnement des entreprises vers une responsabilité sociétale plus engagée et durable. Consultant en RSE avec une forte expertise dans les enjeux énergétiques, il aide les PME à structurer et mettre en œuvre des stratégies alignées avec les attentes réglementaires et les exigences du marché.

Son approche couvre les piliers de la RSE – environnement, social et gouvernance –, avec un focus particulier sur l’optimisation de la performance énergétique et la transition vers des modèles plus durables. Il intervient auprès des départements RH, QSE et marketing pour intégrer des pratiques responsables et optimiser leur impact. Il propose des missions stratégiques et opérationnelles, allant de la sensibilisation à la mise en conformité, en passant par l’élaboration de plans d’actions concrets.

En parallèle, Abelaïd partage son savoir en tant que formateur en RSE dans plusieurs écoles de commerce. Il enseigne aussi bien à des étudiants en Bachelor qu’en Master, en mettant un accent particulier sur les enjeux énergétiques et la transition écologique dans le cadre de la RSE.

Engagé dans des projets à impact, il est le fondateur de Tajiri Farm, une initiative qui promeut une agriculture durable grâce à l’intelligence artificielle. Ce projet vise à optimiser les ressources, améliorer les rendements et favoriser des pratiques agricoles responsables en s’appuyant sur les nouvelles technologies.

Après une expérience en tant que Responsable Environnement chez Vinci, Abelaïd s’est spécialisé dans l’accompagnement des entreprises vers une responsabilité sociétale plus engagée et durable. Consultant en RSE avec une forte expertise dans les enjeu... Show more

Genevieve Leveille is a social impact entrepreneur with over 25 years experience of in leading at the intersection of finance, supply chain optimization, and technology. She is currently the CEO and Principal Founder of AgriLedger, the award-winning blockchain solutions company. AgriLedger revolutionizes the agricultural supply chain, enabling greater trust, authenticity, and transparency through traceability.

In 2020, Genevieve implemented a blockchain solution in the fresh fruit value chain in Haiti in collaboration with the Ministry of Commerce and the World Bank. Participating small-holder farmers saw an increase of over 750% in their revenues. AgriLedger is building an extension of Reimagined Finance (ReFi) for the maize and peas value chains in Haiti.

Genevieve Leveille is a social impact entrepreneur with over 25 years experience of in leading at the intersection of finance, supply chain optimization, and technology. She is currently the CEO and Principal Founder of AgriLedger, the award-winning ... Show more

I am an Associate Professor of Anatomy and Cell Biology at the College of Medicine, University of Sharjah, with over thirty years of experience in medical education and academic leadership. I hold a Ph.D. in Anatomy from Manipal University, India, and specialize in clinical anatomy, reproductive biology, and molecular pathology. I teach across medical, dental, pharmacy, and allied health programs and serve as Course Chair, Unit Coordinator, and Lead Faculty within the integrated MBBS curriculum. I am a highly published researcher and a recipient of multiple awards for academic and teaching excellence.
In addition to my academic responsibilities, I provide leadership in community engagement and sustainability initiatives. I lead the LEAF (Linking Education and Farming) initiative at the University of Sharjah and spearhead multidisciplinary projects focused on food‑waste composting, plastic recycling, organic farming, and zero‑waste campus practices. Through these initiatives, I facilitate experiential learning and have trained many students in applied sustainability and environmental stewardship. Notably, I guide the first successful cultivation of black wheat in the UAE, contributing to national food security and sustainable agricultural practices. Through sustained collaborations with governmental organizations, non‑governmental agencies, and community outreach programs, I continue to advance sustainability education, social responsibility, and environmental awareness within the University of Sharjah and the wider community.

I am an Associate Professor of Anatomy and Cell Biology at the College of Medicine, University of Sharjah, with over thirty years of experience in medical education and academic leadership. I hold a Ph.D. in Anatomy from Manipal University, India, an... Show more

Simon is a development and applied statistics professional with strong experience in official statistics, food security analysis, labour statistics, and poverty measurement. He works as a data scientist with the Ghana Statistical Service, and his work spans Small Area Estimation (SAE), time-use statistics, and SDG-aligned frameworks, with a particular focus on data for policy and development planning in Africa. He has hands-on experience working with household survey data, labour and spatial statistics, and is increasingly engaged in research on labour markets and human development.

Simon is a development and applied statistics professional with strong experience in official statistics, food security analysis, labour statistics, and poverty measurement. He works as a data scientist with the Ghana Statistical Service, and his wor... Show more

Ingénieur agro et fils d'agriculteur, j'ai commencé à découvrir le monde agricole à 12 ans. Passionné de nouvelles technologies, nous avons créée la société Ekylibre en 2014 pour rendre plus simple la gestion d'une ferme et libérer du temps aux agriculteurs.
En 2016, nous avons voulu dynamiser le monde agricole en créant La Ferme Digitale.
En 2024, fort de 10 ans d'activité dans le monde agricole et dans les technologies ouvertes, nous avons créer OSFarm afin de developper des technologies ouvertes, durables et accessibles à l'ensemble du monde agricole.

Ingénieur agro et fils d'agriculteur, j'ai commencé à découvrir le monde agricole à 12 ans. Passionné de nouvelles technologies, nous avons créée la société Ekylibre en 2014 pour rendre plus simple la gestion d'une ferme et libérer du temps aux agric... Show more

Chukwu Nnamdi Joshua is a profound agricultural economist. CEO of Agro Tiger's Abakaliki, Ebonyi State Nigeria. A thriving agricultural business whose aim is to enhance food production and security in our great country. He hails from Umunwagu Idembia, EZZA south, a local government in Ebonyi State. Born on 26th June 2000, resident in Abakaliki.
Chukwu Nnamdi Joshua has been privileged to participate in trainings that has to do with agricultural development and AI development, with certificates of participation of various workshops in both industries.
A lover of growth and development, involved with women development and health sensitisation in the state. He holds every capacity to deliver Excellently in every area of his endeavors.
Chukwu is single

Chukwu Nnamdi Joshua is a profound agricultural economist. CEO of Agro Tiger's Abakaliki, Ebonyi State Nigeria. A thriving agricultural business whose aim is to enhance food production and security in our great country. He hails from Umunwagu Idembia... Show more

With one and a half years of immersive experience as a Research Assistant, I am driven by an unquenchable passion for the dynamic realms of Research and Development, specifically in the captivating fields of Artificial Intelligence (AI) and the Internet of Things (IoT). My journey has led me to become a dedicated architect of innovative IoT devices, finely crafted for the sphere of smart agriculture, where technology converges with sustainability to shape a brighter future. Beyond my research work, I proudly serve as a member of the Inaugural Advisory Board of the Sustainable as a Science WorkGroup, contributing to the collective mission of advancing sustainability through scientific innovation. My unwavering commitment to innovation fuels my pursuit of pioneering solutions that transcend boundaries and define the future.

With one and a half years of immersive experience as a Research Assistant, I am driven by an unquenchable passion for the dynamic realms of Research and Development, specifically in the captivating fields of Artificial Intelligence (AI) and the Inter... Show more

Philippe is a serial social entrepreneur who is working since 2019 on scaling regenerative agriculture in Europe with his company Climate Farmers.

Climate Farmers is currently supporting around 700 farmers in 16 different European countries with the transition towards regenerative agriculture. They are doing this by providing a supportive community, context specific transition knowledge and transition finance in the farm of carbon & biodiversity credits.

Since 2009 he is world record holder in simultaneous fire breathing, since 2013 part of Ashoka's Changemaker community, since 2022 part of the BMW Foundation's Responsible Leaders network and since July 2023 part of the TED Countdown community.

When he is not attending events or visiting farmers, he is living in the Serra da Estrella mountain range in central Portugal, where he is rebuilding an abandoned village into a music and art residency combined with a regenerative farm.

Philippe is a serial social entrepreneur who is working since 2019 on scaling regenerative agriculture in Europe with his company Climate Farmers. Climate Farmers is currently supporting around 700 farmers in 16 different European countries with t... Show more

Elizabeth has deep roots within the food and community development scene, With quiet confidence and clear-eyed practicality, she leverages social media activation and develops CSR strategies that keep clients and communities top of mind.

In 2020 she co-founded Feed Forward, a Startup committed to using technology like blockchain and NFTs to create a better food future for all. Prior to that, she was the youngest Executive Director of a national supermarket association representing independent grocers. This meant liaising with the White House over critical bills, and persuading corporations to partner and help the most vulnerable New Yorkers - efforts which put her on the “City and State's NY Power 100 List ''. Peralta was also recently named to NYC Food Policy’s 40 Under 40.

Elizabeth has deep roots within the food and community development scene, With quiet confidence and clear-eyed practicality, she leverages social media activation and develops CSR strategies that keep clients and communities top of mind. In 2020 s... Show more

Fiona Delaney, Founder, DLT architect and open innovation specialist. Ireland.
https://www.linkedin.com/in/fgdelaney/

CEO and founder of Origin Chain Networks.

'One to watch' in European agri-tech and open innovation, creating enterprise level virtual asset provenance and transparency for climate positive land management practices, for use in sustainable agri-food sector. Winners of both EU and National Innovation Awards in 2020 for contributions to the field of agriculture and technology. Supported by the Horizon2020, European Institute of Innovation & Technology and Next Generation Internet.

Chair #Startups Ecosystem @ Blockchain Ireland. Co-Chair at EUOS Blockchain TWG.

Fiona Delaney, Founder, DLT architect and open innovation specialist. Ireland. https://www.linkedin.com/in/fgdelaney/ CEO and founder of Origin Chain Networks. 'One to watch' in European agri-tech and open innovation, creating enterprise lev... Show more