Dr. Yan Li is an Assistant professor at Center for Information Systems and Technology, Claremont Graduate University. Driven by her intellectual curiosity for data and emergent information technologies, and her passion for designing and building things, she has oriented her career in the direction that integrates research, teaching, and practice in the realm of information science. Her research focuses on data and knowledge management areas such as data mining, data warehousing, and semantic technologies with an emphasis on exploring the synergies between information systems and data analytics. Her other research stream focuses on developing Information and Communication Technology (ICT) solutions for under-served population in low-resource areas and improving social inclusion in health care. She continuously investigates and learn new and advanced methods, techniques and tools for big data analytics, text mining, ETL, business intelligence and visual analytics, and multiple criteria decision analysis. Prior to joining CISAT, she was a data scientist in industry with hands-on experience in advanced analytics, machine learning, and big data platforms.

Dr. Yan Li is an Assistant professor at Center for Information Systems and Technology, Claremont Graduate University. Driven by her intellectual curiosity for data and emergent information technologies, and her passion for designing and building thin... Show more

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Bob is a 8-time Microsoft MVP in Cloud and Datacenter Management and Managing Consultant for BICTT. He focuses heavily on the monitoring and automation space, working frequently with System Center Operations Manager (SCOM) and Microsoft Azure Monitor. Bob loves connecting the business to technology. Outside of work, Bob is involved in www.houseoftails.org, which is an animal care charity organization. Take time to ask him about that.

The first question he is asked at community events is usually if he monitors those dogs with SCOM or OMS. He has definitely thought about it!

Bob is a 8-time Microsoft MVP in Cloud and Datacenter Management and Managing Consultant for BICTT. He focuses heavily on the monitoring and automation space, working frequently with System Center Operations Manager (SCOM) and Microsoft Azure Monitor... Show more

Hennie Fouche is a seasoned professional in the data and AI field with 17+ years’ experience in leveraging data to add business value to companies. Having spent a large part of his career in the Financial Services Industry, Hennie has gained an understanding of the use of quantitative techniques to help drive decision-making processes. Hennie is currently Director of AI at OmniData working with clients to drive value from data using predictive and prescriptive analytics.

Hennie Fouche is a seasoned professional in the data and AI field with 17+ years’ experience in leveraging data to add business value to companies. Having spent a large part of his career in the Financial Services Industry, Hennie has gained an under... Show more

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Victor Iko-ojo Idakwo is a visionary GIS (Geographic Information Systems) Consultant and the founder of the innovative GIS startup, 'DE-VicksGeospatial Co.,' established in 2016. With a unique blend of expertise in both town planning and geospatial technology, Victor has made significant contributions to the field and is known for his passion for community development and education.
Victor's journey in GIS began with a Bachelor's degree in Urban and Regional Planning, where he developed a strong foundation in Urban and regional Planning and. He seamlessly integrated his planning background with geospatial technology during the his postgraduate studies in Urban Planning with GIS and Planning information Technology Specialization, recognizing the potential to revolutionize urban planning and decision-making processes.
Over the years, Victor has worked on prestigious GIS projects, including his invaluable contribution to the World Bank's SFTAS Project, where he harnessed geospatial data to drive sustainable development initiatives. His role as a GIS Consultant for Taraba Geographic Information Systems showcased his exceptional skills in Geospatial Technology
Beyond his professional accomplishments, Victor is a dedicated advocate for the integration of GIS into education. He initiated the 'Taking GIS to Secondary Schools' campaign, aiming to introduce the power of geospatial technology to young minds and inspire the next generation of GIS professionals. His commitment to education and community engagement has earned him recognition and respect within the geospatial community.
Victor's commitment to professional growth is evident through his active involvement in organizations such as the Nigerian Institute of Town Planners, where he serves as an elected member, and his membership in the Geoinformation Society of Nigeria (GEOSON). These affiliations reflect his dedication to staying at the forefront of GIS advancements and collaborating with fellow experts to drive positive change.
In his spare time, Victor enjoys exploring the intersection of GIS and urban planning, seeking innovative solutions to urban challenges. His forward-thinking approach, combined with his advocacy for GIS education and his impressive project portfolio, makes Victor Iko-ojo Idakwo a standout GIS Consultant, poised to shape the future of geospatial technology and urban planning in Nigeria and beyond.

Victor Iko-ojo Idakwo is a visionary GIS (Geographic Information Systems) Consultant and the founder of the innovative GIS startup, 'DE-VicksGeospatial Co.,' established in 2016. With a unique blend of expertise in both town planning and geospatial t... Show more

Introducing Yakubu Yinusa Temitope, a dynamic and accomplished entrepreneur and computer scientist at the forefront of innovative agricultural solutions. As the founder and CEO of Farm Central Intelligence (FarmCI.com), he has garnered acclaim for revolutionizing the agricultural landscape and connecting rural and small-scale farmers with crucial resources, knowledge, and intelligence.

Yakubu holds a B.Sc. in Computer Science and Applied Economics from Olabisi Onabanjo University, where he exhibited exceptional leadership as the Digital ICT Director. With a robust background in project management, business analytics, and intelligence, he boasts over 5 years of experience shaping startup ecosystems and contributing significantly to the computer science industry.

Introducing Yakubu Yinusa Temitope, a dynamic and accomplished entrepreneur and computer scientist at the forefront of innovative agricultural solutions. As the founder and CEO of Farm Central Intelligence (FarmCI.com), he has garnered acclaim for re... Show more

Mia Landsem (27) er en anerkjent sikkerhetsekspert, norsk forfatter, og foredragsholder som har oppnådd stor suksess innen sitt felt. Med en bakgrunn og ekspertise innen IT-sikkerhet, er Mia en ettertraktet ressurs og en inspirerende stemme i kampen mot cyberkriminalitet. Hun jobber i dag hos Crayon som sikkerhetskonsulent. Mia har kompetanse på flere fagfelt, men har en stor interesse innen sosial manipulasjon, webapplikasjoner, svindel, overgrep mot barn og har skrevet en bestselgende barnebok om hvordan de unge kan være trygg på nett. Hun har holdt foredrag over hele landet, og i utland. Mia har vunnet flere priser for sitt arbeid med å hjelpe ofre for bildemisbruk, overgrep hacking og svindel på nettet, og har vunnet en rekke priser for sitt arbeid både nasjonalt og internasjonalt.

Mia Landsem (27) er en anerkjent sikkerhetsekspert, norsk forfatter, og foredragsholder som har oppnådd stor suksess innen sitt felt. Med en bakgrunn og ekspertise innen IT-sikkerhet, er Mia en ettertraktet ressurs og en inspirerende stemme i kampen ... Show more

Sebastian, a data scientist at the University of Cambridge, specialises in natural language processing (NLP), a subset of artificial intelligence (AI). Regarded as an AI leader, he has gained recognition for his exceptional contributions and was honoured as one of the top 3% of AI experts in Europe by the United States Institute of AI. In recognition of his expertise, Sebastian was awarded a full scholarship by the institute.
Driven by a passion for empowering others in the field of data science, Sebastian founded Applied Artificial Intelligence (AAIS) at the University of Bradford. AAIS is a dedicated platform focused on developing data science capabilities and acquiring essential skills. Its rapid growth and innovation were acknowledged when it became the fastest-growing platform at the Leeds Digital Festival in 2022. The Office of Students UK (OFS) recognised AAIS as the headquarters of AI in the UK.
Sebastian's influence extends beyond academia and into the business world. The African Business Chambers (AFBC) listed him among the top 100 African business leaders, entrepreneurs, innovators, and professionals in the UK. Additionally, he serves as an AI expert speaker for the United Research Forum and was honoured to be included in the D-List at the Leeds Digital Festival UK, a distinguished group of exceptional entrepreneurs, innovators, thought leaders, and business leaders from diverse backgrounds. These achievements further solidify Sebastian's reputation as an innovative and successful leader.
As a UK delegate to the World Bank youth summit, Sebastian shares his expertise as a distinguished speaker on AI matters. His impactful research in AI has garnered recognition, earning him the prestigious award for Best Researcher and the Purpose-Driven Innovative State of the Art Award.
Sebastian possesses a wealth of experience in the financial, telecommunications, and health industries. He holds certifications as a Certified NLP Engineer and Certified Data Scientist. His expertise encompasses a range of skills, including data warehousing, SQL, Power BI, Excel, and Python. With a Distinction in MSc Data Science and Machine Learning, he demonstrates a strong understanding of machine learning, artificial intelligence, and data mining.
Sebastian's commitment to AI ethics has led him to become a researcher at AI Tech UK and the UK government. His research interests encompass explainable AI, responsible AI, AI ethics, federated analytics and learning, blockchain, machine learning, and NLP. In a rapidly evolving technological landscape, Sebastian strives to unravel the complexities of AI while ensuring its responsible and ethical implementation.

Sebastian, a data scientist at the University of Cambridge, specialises in natural language processing (NLP), a subset of artificial intelligence (AI). Regarded as an AI leader, he has gained recognition for his exceptional contributions and was hono... Show more

Dr. Kapil Choudhary developed an early interest in forecasting and dedicated his academic pursuits to mastering the intricacies of agriculture statistics. He earned his Master's and Ph.D. from ICAR-IARI, New Delhi. His research interests are time series forecasting, machine learning and deep learning.

Dr. Kapil Choudhary developed an early interest in forecasting and dedicated his academic pursuits to mastering the intricacies of agriculture statistics. He earned his Master's and Ph.D. from ICAR-IARI, New Delhi. His research interests are time ser... Show more

Teresa oversees all Garden of Eatin’ program efforts across the North Bay Children's Center organization. A systems thinker with over 25 years of experience in program and education leadership, including instructional farm to school initiatives, the development of a food and garden-based curriculum, and creating innovative nature inspired learning environments. Teresa has presented health, nutrition and wellness programming at state, national and local conferences and symposiums. She is committed to providing all children with diverse and equitable learning experiences and opportunities. She earned a master's degree in education with ESL certification and a master’s degree in Reading & Literacy. Professional certifications include Life Lab Garden Educator, North Carolina University Design in Early Childhood Outdoor Learning Environments, Outdoor Classroom Project, Nature Explore Leadership Institute and Trauma Informed Care. Teresa is passionate about creative collaborations, teamwork, facilitation, and approaching challenges with a growth mindset.

Teresa oversees all Garden of Eatin’ program efforts across the North Bay Children's Center organization. A systems thinker with over 25 years of experience in program and education leadership, including instructional farm to school initiatives, the ... Show more

I'm a social and climate youth activist who has taken part in many programs and organizations seeking change and serving the SDGs by speaking out for youth and justice, and the importance of having youth involved in decision and policy-making when advocating for change.
I do live in a community where youth ideas, proposals, and actions are not so welcome, which is why I tried to take actions to present the youth voice at the table of discussions, representing my country at both national and international levels, believing that our voice could never be impersonated if we were not the ones addressing it.
I'm an SDSN fellow, the contact point of the Human Rights Working Group, a communication officer at UNMGCY, and the founder of the Together for Blue & Green initiative, where we do insist on valuing the blue and the green by taking some simple actions such as clean-up sessions within the oceans and seas, planting trees in rural or burned areas after well mending the soil, in addition to holding weekly workshops where we do introduce people to environmentalists and climate activists from all over the world and familiarize them with green business and impactful change-making stories.

I'm a social and climate youth activist who has taken part in many programs and organizations seeking change and serving the SDGs by speaking out for youth and justice, and the importance of having youth involved in decision and policy-making when ad... Show more

Timothy Stiles is a San Francisco based software engineer and computational synthetic biologist who writes most of his bioinformatics tooling in Go.

Timothy Stiles is a San Francisco based software engineer and computational synthetic biologist who writes most of his bioinformatics tooling in Go. Show more

Perspective Analytics is a leading data analytics company specializing in leveraging the power of data to drive insights and informed decision-making. With a team of experienced data scientists and Python experts, Perspective Analytics has successfully implemented data science solutions across various industries. The presenter, Emmanuel Okiria (Founder), is a seasoned data scientist at Perspective Analytics with a strong background in Python and data science. At Perspective, we are passionate about sharing our knowledge and empowering others to harness the potential of data.

Perspective Analytics is a leading data analytics company specializing in leveraging the power of data to drive insights and informed decision-making. With a team of experienced data scientists and Python experts, Perspective Analytics has successful... Show more

Melanie has more than 20 years of experience in Sustainability and ESG with a focus on building teams to deliver exceptional value through innovation, data insights, and scale. Melanie has advised numerous C-suite clients globally on Sustainable Procurement, supply chain, net zero strategy, energy efficiency, facility decarbonization, emissions management, and supply chain & capital allocation. She is frequently featured as a speaker and contributor for her thought leadership in Sustainability.

Melanie has more than 20 years of experience in Sustainability and ESG with a focus on building teams to deliver exceptional value through innovation, data insights, and scale. Melanie has advised numerous C-suite clients globally on Sustainable Proc... Show more

Information Technology Leader | Consultant
Analytical and solutions-focused IT professional with extensive experience in architecting, designing, securing and developing enterprise applications across Healthcare, Insurance, (Federal) Agriculture and Aerospace industry sectors. Adept at leveraging hands-on background in software development to deliver on innovative IT strategies. Capacity for communication, collaboration, and leadership aligning with internal and external stakeholders to propel business objectives.

Areas of Expertise
Application Security | Business Process Automation | Compliance | Continuous Integration | Cross Functional Collaboration | DevSecOps | Machine Learning | Project Management | Security Assessments | Stakeholder Engagement | Standards and Procedures | Strategic Planning and Development | Team Building and Leadership | Vulnerability Management

Information Technology Leader | Consultant Analytical and solutions-focused IT professional with extensive experience in architecting, designing, securing and developing enterprise applications across Healthcare, Insurance, (Federal) Agriculture and... Show more

Sue works with institutional purchasers from a wide range of sectors to harness their collective buying power to eliminate the use of harmful chemicals and expand the market for environmentally preferable products. Her current focus is on food and food packaging. She has been leading the development of a certification program for identifying food contact products with environmentally preferable chemistry (GreenScreen Certified™ for Food Service Ware) in partnership with Clean Production Action. With 3 decades of experience in the environmental health field, Sue has also worked with the San Francisco Foundation’s Environmental Health and Justice Initiative, Greenaction for Health & Environmental Justice, and the Environmental Defense Fund, among others. Sue received a B.A. degree in environmental science from Barnard College and completed a double-Master’s program at University of California Berkeley’s Goldman School of Public Policy and the Graduate School of Public Health, where she was a recipient of the prestigious Switzer Environmental Fellowship. She serves on the Boards of the Global Alliance for Incinerator Alternatives and the Ecology Center (Northern CA).

Sue works with institutional purchasers from a wide range of sectors to harness their collective buying power to eliminate the use of harmful chemicals and expand the market for environmentally preferable products. Her current focus is on food and fo... Show more

Stefan van Lier ist Agilist, System Ingenieur und Trainer aus Leidenschaft. Mit über 20 Jahren Erfahrung in der System- und Softwareentwicklung als Entwickler, Systemarchitekt, Systems Engineer, Product Owner oder Führungskraft hat er einen guten Überblick und tiefe Kenntnisse in der Entwicklung von Softwarelösungen und Embedded Systems. Von komplexen Webseiten, CMS, Buchführungs- und Rechnungssoftware, Engineering-Software, hardwarenahen Treibern, Kommunikationsprotokollen und Echtzeitbetriebssystemen war alles dabei. Der Schwerpunkt in den letzten Jahren lag in der Entwicklung von Komponenten für die Automatisierungs- und Antriebstechnik. Regelmäßig führt er Trainings und Workshops zu Requirements Engineering, Systems Engineering und agilem Arbeiten durch, um so sein Wissen und seine Erfahrungen mit anderen zu teilen und Menschen dabei zu unterstützen, mit ihrer Arbeit noch erfolgreicher zu sein.

Stefan van Lier ist Agilist, System Ingenieur und Trainer aus Leidenschaft. Mit über 20 Jahren Erfahrung in der System- und Softwareentwicklung als Entwickler, Systemarchitekt, Systems Engineer, Product Owner oder Führungskraft hat er einen guten Übe... Show more

Growing up in a ranching family that transitioned to homesteading in Alaska, Alisha has lived a naturalist life from the beginning. After becoming a mother, herbalism was a key part to raising her girls to know how to care for themselves. Currently holding licensing in SRT Therapy for subconscious release, Ayurvedic Nutrition and Yoga while working towards a Doctrine of Ayurveda.
At Heritage Havens we coach clients for quality of life and longevity. Preventative care to avoid illness, as well as support through existing illness is our passion. We help you to find the imbalances in the environment and mindset as well as the body so that coherence can be obtained. We do this through personal coaching or group sessions on a worldwide plateform.

Growing up in a ranching family that transitioned to homesteading in Alaska, Alisha has lived a naturalist life from the beginning. After becoming a mother, herbalism was a key part to raising her girls to know how to care for themselves. Currently h... Show more

Dr Gu has been engaged in advancing forest biomass utilization and greenhouse gas emission reduction applying the life cycle assessment tool and economic analysis tool, bolstering innovation of wood use in green building products development. She has also focused on Mass Timber Building sustainability assessment using the Whole Building LCA and LCC analysis to support the policies in resource management and utilization.

US Forest Service Forest Products Laboratory provides expertise and scientific leadership on the environmental performance of traditional and innovative wood products and emerging wood building materials along with evaluating indicators of forest sustainability.

Dr Gu has been engaged in advancing forest biomass utilization and greenhouse gas emission reduction applying the life cycle assessment tool and economic analysis tool, bolstering innovation of wood use in green building products development. She has... Show more

Fullstack web developer, Entreprenure, Bachelors degree in Information Technology and Former GDSC lead at Chinhoyi University of Technology

Fullstack web developer, Entreprenure, Bachelors degree in Information Technology and Former GDSC lead at Chinhoyi University of Technology Show more

*Bsc Agricultural and Environmental Engineering, Interested in renewable energy, robotics,and data analytics and generally a tech enthusiast.

*Bsc Agricultural and Environmental Engineering, Interested in renewable energy, robotics,and data analytics and generally a tech enthusiast. Show more

Jessica Anderson is the owner of Mrs. Fancy Plants. Through yoga, meditation, and grounding with plants, Jessica has found that plants promote an increase in mental health. What Jessica has discovered on her own plant journey is also backed up by scientific research studies by the National Initiative for Consumer Horticulture.

Jessica Anderson is the owner of Mrs. Fancy Plants. Through yoga, meditation, and grounding with plants, Jessica has found that plants promote an increase in mental health. What Jessica has discovered on her own plant journey is also backed up by sci... Show more

Cloud Solution Architect - Engineering @ Microsoft. I create, design, and implement DevOps Strategies across Enterprise customers across verticals, industries, and maturity curves. Mentor for several Early-Stage Startups recommending Go-to-Market Startups Strategies. My background is in research and development using data to understand real-world problems. I've worked as technologist with Tesla, Kaiser Permanente, JLL/T, and Microsoft across the cloud: Infra, Apps, Security, Networking, and Data & AI. I've optimized business as an advisor at Tesla, Kaiser Permanente, and Microsoft. I work with partner companies to address enterprise challenges. And I focus on generating business revenue, sales, and net new opportunities.

Cloud Solution Architect - Engineering @ Microsoft. I create, design, and implement DevOps Strategies across Enterprise customers across verticals, industries, and maturity curves. Mentor for several Early-Stage Startups recommending Go-to-Market Sta... Show more

Mr. DeAngelis is a Senior Hydrogeologist with the Ranney Collector Well division of Layne. He has over 25 years of experience in the environmental and water supply industries, focusing on development of groundwater resources, aquifer evaluations, and water resource planning. Luca holds a B.S. degree in Geological Engineering from the University of Missouri-Rolla, an M.S. degree in Civil Engineering from the University of Kansas. He is both a registered professional engineer and a registered professional geologist in several states. His experience includes the design and construction of over 100 water supply wells and the siting and design of dozens of horizontal collector wells.

Mr. DeAngelis is a Senior Hydrogeologist with the Ranney Collector Well division of Layne. He has over 25 years of experience in the environmental and water supply industries, focusing on development of groundwater resources, aquifer evaluations, an... Show more

Dipl.-Ing. Björn Schorre ist von der GfSE zertifizierter Systemingenieur und Betreiber des Ingenieurbüro für Systems-Engineering. Mit 22 Berufsjahren in verschiedenen Industriebranchen hat er tiefgreifende Erfahrung im Bereich der Anforderungsspezifikation und Architekturerstellung. Projekte im regulierten Umfeld des BMWi entsprechend dem V-Modell und agile Arbeitsprozesse sind für ihn keine Widersprüche und so bedient er sich dem besten aus beiden Welten, um damit eine praxisnahe Umsetzung zu erreichen. Über sein Mentoring-Programm für Systems Engineering gibt es dieses Wissen an Unternehmen des Mittelstands weiter. Björn Schorre hilft auch bei konkreten Themen wie der kurzfristigen Erstellung von Lastenheften für ein neues Produkt.
Web: https://bjoernschorre.de/

Dipl.-Ing. Björn Schorre ist von der GfSE zertifizierter Systemingenieur und Betreiber des Ingenieurbüro für Systems-Engineering. Mit 22 Berufsjahren in verschiedenen Industriebranchen hat er tiefgreifende Erfahrung im Bereich der Anforderungsspezifi... Show more

I'm a 400level computer science student from Nasarawa State keffi, I serve a triple capacity as the Director of Software NACOSS Nsuk Chapter, the NACOSS North Central Zone and NACOSS NATIONAL I'm also a Lead Ambassador Ingressive For Good NSUK and the co-organizer of GDG keffi, a Friend's of Figma Community Advocate, and a Google Crowdsource Influencer, a techie with 8yrs+ experience into the computing world, a freelance Web, Android Developer and a Graphic/UI/UX Designer.

I'm a 400level computer science student from Nasarawa State keffi, I serve a triple capacity as the Director of Software NACOSS Nsuk Chapter, the NACOSS North Central Zone and NACOSS NATIONAL I'm also a Lead Ambassador Ingressive For Good NSUK and th... Show more

1970年6月28日生まれ
宮崎大学で木材物理を学び1993年に伊藤忠建材へ入社。木材・財務経理・建材営業を経験し2006年に家業の銘木商である九銘協へ入社。
和室の激減に直面し、新たに建築家への木材利用提案を始める。
提案や建築家からの要望を形にしてゆく中で、自身のアイデアを試作改良しながらプロダクトを製作。
そのような中、銘木産地の衰退を目の当たりにすることで、現在は吉野材の特性を活かしたプロダクトを中心に製作を特化している。

1970年6月28日生まれ 宮崎大学で木材物理を学び1993年に伊藤忠建材へ入社。木材・財務経理・建材営業を経験し2006年に家業の銘木商である九銘協へ入社。 和室の激減に直面し、新たに建築家への木材利用提案を始める。 提案や建築家からの要望を形にしてゆく中で、自身のアイデアを試作改良しながらプロダクトを製作。 そのような中、銘木産地の衰退を目の当たりにすることで、現在は吉野材の特性を活かしたプロダクトを中心に製作を特化している。 Show more

Over the course of my 20 year career, I have led global P&Ls and built and delivered new capability in strategy, innovation, product management, design, customer experience, business development, marketing, and sales.

My various focus areas have included leading edge technology initiatives in data/analytics, digital, artificial intelligence/machine learning, automation, blockchain, and the Internet of Things (IoT).

My career has ranged from FTSE 100 organisations across almost every industry and all geography to entrepreneurial high growth start ups.

Outside of work, I volunteer as Treasurer at ADHD Aware (www.adhdaware.org.uk), run several Meetup groups focused on causes related to neurodiversity, and I'm an advocate and spend my time raising awareness about neurodiversity and other long term, complex health conditions. I also collaborate on research and community projects with a range of contacts with common interests.

Over the course of my 20 year career, I have led global P&Ls and built and delivered new capability in strategy, innovation, product management, design, customer experience, business development, marketing, and sales. My various focus areas have i... Show more

John Spencer was born and raised in Oakland, CA. After moving to NYC to pursue a music degree in jazz drum set, John took an intro to computer science course and fell in love. He now spends his time automating the software systems which run the world's most advanced indoor farms, while still finding time to play drums in punk rock bands.

John Spencer was born and raised in Oakland, CA. After moving to NYC to pursue a music degree in jazz drum set, John took an intro to computer science course and fell in love. He now spends his time automating the software systems which run the world... Show more