Agriculture, Food & Forestry

Experts in farming, food production, and forestry, contributing to sustainable agriculture, food security, and environmental conservation

Robert Shurtleff

Robert Shurtleff

Robert Shurtleff is the Global Microsoft and AI Evangelist at Enavate, where he helps businesses achieve digital transformation within the Microsoft ecosystem. With 30+ years of experience, he advocates for balanced technology use. Robert specializes in leveraging Generative AI and Dynamics 365 to enhance customer experiences and drive company innovation. He supports Enavate in solutioning, sales, alliances, and business strategy.

Robert Shurtleff is the Global Microsoft and AI Evangelist at Enavate, where he helps businesses achieve digital transformation within the Microsoft ecosystem. With 30+ years of experience, he advocates for balanced technology use. Robert specializes... Show more

Seth Dobrin

Seth Dobrin

Dr. Seth Dobrin, an accomplished authority in artificial intelligence (AI), is the founder and CEO of Qantm AI, a venture launched in 2022. A visionary with over two decades of experience, Dr. Dobrin's career is distinguished by his relentless pursuit of AI-enabled transformation, culminating in his role as IBM's inaugural Global Chief AI Officer, where he effectively integrated AI initiatives into complex business ecosystems.

Before this, as Chief Data Officer at IBM's Software Group, he was instrumental in modernizing the business through data-driven insights. His unique, human-centered approach to AI strategy and its application has helped transform global corporations and propelled a more people-focused AI discourse in the industry.

An ardent advocate of responsible and inclusive AI, Dr. Dobrin served as President of the Responsible AI Institute and actively supports Women Leaders in Data and AI. His transformative contributions have earned him numerous accolades, including AIConics Innovator of the Year and recognition amongst the Top 10 Most Influential Chief AI Officers and Top 50 Tech Entrepreneurs in 2023.

Dobrin's multidisciplinary approach is grounded in his scientific background, holding a Doctorate in Molecular and Cellular Biology from Arizona State University. This and his business acumen inform his impactful work at the nexus of AI, data, and business transformation.

His inspirational leadership, commitment to inclusivity, and human-centric approach to AI underscore his profound influence on ethical AI development worldwide.

Dr. Seth Dobrin, an accomplished authority in artificial intelligence (AI), is the founder and CEO of Qantm AI, a venture launched in 2022. A visionary with over two decades of experience, Dr. Dobrin's career is distinguished by his relentless pursui... Show more

Dr. Vishal Pawar Ph.D.

Dr. Vishal Pawar Ph.D.

Dr. Vishal Pawar, Ph.D. is a 2x times Microsoft Data Platform MVP; currently reconnect MVP member and Microsoft Certified Trainer (MCT), founder of the Global Power BI User, and co-leader of the PASS Business Analytics Virtual Group. He is currently working as a Principal Architect in Lunavi, with decades of experience in BI solution architecture and best practices. He has published more than 1000 articles since 2011 in SQL and BI. Vishal teaches a free Power BI course through Udemy, which has more than 100K+ students from around the globe. Vishal is an exceptional technology community leader worldwide, who actively shares their high quality, real-world expertise with the technical communities.

Dr. Vishal Pawar, Ph.D. is a 2x times Microsoft Data Platform MVP; currently reconnect MVP member and Microsoft Certified Trainer (MCT), founder of the Global Power BI User, and co-leader of the PASS Business Analytics Virtual Group. He is currently ... Show more

Florentine Draeger

Florentine Draeger

Florentine is a front-end engineer at Protofy, specialising in developing apps for clients across industries. As a Flutter enthusiast, she is constantly exploring the latest features and advancements in the framework, and loves sharing her knowledge and expertise with others.

She is an active mentor for girls interested in pursuing careers in technology and believes in the importance of representation and support for underrepresented groups in tech. To further this goal, she writes about, gives talks and workshops on various topics, including her favorite platform, Flutter, and the role of women in technology. Her goal is to inspire and encourage more FLINTA* to explore careers in technology and to be an advocate for diversity and inclusivity in the industry.

Florentine is a front-end engineer at Protofy, specialising in developing apps for clients across industries. As a Flutter enthusiast, she is constantly exploring the latest features and advancements in the framework, and loves sharing her knowledge ... Show more

Karl Wester-Ebbinghaus

Karl Wester-Ebbinghaus

Currently being most passionate about Azure Stack HCI and Azure Arc. Coming down a long way with Microsoft tech only, since the 90s

Currently being most passionate about Azure Stack HCI and Azure Arc. Coming down a long way with Microsoft tech only, since the 90s Show more

John Bishop Flynn

John Bishop Flynn

I work with Toshiba, Actalent, Code Kentucky, Awesome Inc, and Mobile Information Technology in many roles in technology, training, and management.

I work with Toshiba, Actalent, Code Kentucky, Awesome Inc, and Mobile Information Technology in many roles in technology, training, and management. Show more

Abolafio Mameli Maulichi

Abolafio Mameli Maulichi

Farmer and porkish

Farmer and porkish Show more

Amy Cassel

Amy Cassel

Amy currently serves as the Sales and Distribution Regional Vice President of Kansas. During her 25 year tenure at Farm Bureau Financial Services, she worked in many different capacities. The first half of her career was spent working on the operations side of the house where she learned the importance of systems, processes, and underwriting guidelines to assure our agency force was writing profitable business. In these roles she partnered closely with the agency force and supported them on many levels. While serving in this role, she began to truly understand the significant impact that our agency force has on families across our communities. Following this newfound passion and appreciation of the important work they do, she transitioned to Sales and Distribution, becoming an agent for the organization in 2009. From there, Amy was promoted to various leadership and management positions. Amy resides in Northeast Kansas with her husband Aric. Together they have three adult children and a beautiful grandson.

Amy currently serves as the Sales and Distribution Regional Vice President of Kansas. During her 25 year tenure at Farm Bureau Financial Services, she worked in many different capacities. The first half of her career was spent working on the operat... Show more

Caleb Fagunloye

Caleb Fagunloye

Caleb Fagunloye is a geospatial expert. As a Data Analyst and Insight Intern at HOT, he provides valuable insights to the team on their work. He holds a B.S. in remote sensing and GIS and is currently pursuing a Master's in Geosciences. Caleb is an active member of several professional organizations, including GSA and ISPA, and was a Session Leader for FOSS4G 2021. In his free time, he enjoys spending time with friends and kids.

Caleb Fagunloye is a geospatial expert. As a Data Analyst and Insight Intern at HOT, he provides valuable insights to the team on their work. He holds a B.S. in remote sensing and GIS and is currently pursuing a Master's in Geosciences. Caleb is an a... Show more

Duco Fronik

Duco Fronik

Duco is a mobile developer and enthusiastic maker who has spent the past years building apps for companies and government organisations. As a special agent (thought leader) at Team Rockstars IT in the Netherlands, he advises clients, speaks at conferences, and writes articles in the field of (mobile) software engineering.

Duco is a mobile developer and enthusiastic maker who has spent the past years building apps for companies and government organisations. As a special agent (thought leader) at Team Rockstars IT in the Netherlands, he advises clients, speaks at confer... Show more

Christianah Oyewale

Christianah Oyewale

Christianah is a native of Ogbomoso North Oyo State Nigeria. She had her Primary School education at Federal Government College Staff School Ogbomoso Oyo State Nigeria. She had her Secondary School education at Federal Government College Ogbomoso Oyo State Nigeria. She proceeded to having a National Diploma in Computer Science at Nigerian Army Institute of Technology and Environmental Studies Makurdi Benue State Makurdi where she graduated as the overall best student in the entire school and then also further her study by studying Mathematics and Computer Science where she graduated with first class and as the departmental best graduating student. She is a Master's student at University of Ibadan Oyo State Nigeria.
Aside her flair for studying, she is a potential leader and has engaged in some many moderation of events, leading of projects and group. She is the HOD of ICT Department at 2 Division Medical Services/Hospital Adekunle Fajuyi Cantonment Ojoo Ibadan Oyo State Nigeria where she is in charge of management of project, analysis of data and technical support to other departments in the hospital. She loves to sing and dance.

Christianah is a native of Ogbomoso North Oyo State Nigeria. She had her Primary School education at Federal Government College Staff School Ogbomoso Oyo State Nigeria. She had her Secondary School education at Federal Government College Ogbomoso Oyo... Show more

Korede Onamade

Korede Onamade

Korede is a Backend Engineer at Climedo. He supports the product team in building digital solutions to enable pharma and clinical research organizers to collect clinical trial data to offer patients the best medical treatment. He breathes Nodejs and loves automating anything that needs to be done twice. Outside work, you can find him traveling and tasting wine at the local wineries.

Korede is a Backend Engineer at Climedo. He supports the product team in building digital solutions to enable pharma and clinical research organizers to collect clinical trial data to offer patients the best medical treatment. He breathes Nodejs and ... Show more

Brandy Keffer

Brandy Keffer

Brandy Keffer has established a reputation as a professional baker who specializes in cookies and cakes. One of her favorite hobbies is gardening, but she also enjoys journaling and spending time with her sisters. Brandy Keffer is a devout Christian who strives to share the love of Christ with others.

Brandy Keffer has established a reputation as a professional baker who specializes in cookies and cakes. One of her favorite hobbies is gardening, but she also enjoys journaling and spending time with her sisters. Brandy Keffer is a devout Christian ... Show more

Joseph Palmer

Joseph Palmer


Joseph Palmer is a Co-founder of Soole Rides Limited since 2019 and partners with executives and solopreneurs to grow their personal and professional brands, human-to-human. After working with a top telecommunication organization (MTN) in supervising and marketing , Joseph knows what drives conversions. It’s how well you connect with the heart-beating people you’re trying to help and communicate your understanding back to them.
Joseph is an award winning entrepreneur and has feature in Tech blogs/journal (Weetrackers) . As the COO of Soole Rides Limited, he has un-boarded 50,000 drivers and riders in a year and half.
Joseph holds a B.Tech in agriculture from Ladoke Akintola University and has 5 years experience in media with a radio and tv stations in Osun state.

Joseph Palmer is a Co-founder of Soole Rides Limited since 2019 and partners with executives and solopreneurs to grow their personal and professional brands, human-to-human. After working with a top telecommunication organization (MTN) in supervisi... Show more

Carlos Arias

Carlos Arias

Ingeniero en informática de la Universidad Andrés Bello, posee un curso de Data Science en Harvard y Aplicaciones de Data Science en la Pontificia Universidad Católica de Chile. Su trayectoria profesional ha estado relacionada principalmente en el sector privado. Pasando por grandes compañías tecnológicas como Nokia LATAM. Desarrollador de contenido experimentado, Lider Depto de desarrollo e innovación y Full stack Developer. Con una historia demostrada de trabajo en la industria Tecnológica. Fuertes Conocimientos en C#, C++, SQL, Angular 6, Objetive-C, Data Analysis, Arquitectura de software, APIS, Aplicaciones Móviles empresariales e implementaciones en Azure y/o AWS dependiendo de los requerimientos. Liderando proyectos tecnológicos, que tienen relación en innovación aportando mis conocimientos para el acabado del producto final y ROI acorde al proyecto, detectando oportunidades de mercado y desarrollando trazabilidad del producto en base a los KPI deseados.

Ingeniero en informática de la Universidad Andrés Bello, posee un curso de Data Science en Harvard y Aplicaciones de Data Science en la Pontificia Universidad Católica de Chile. Su trayectoria profesional ha estado relacionada principalmente en el se... Show more

Benard Ngoda

Benard Ngoda

Android -IOT developer at Code Geeks Kenya

Android -IOT developer at Code Geeks Kenya Show more

Ylva Karlberg

Ylva Karlberg

Utvecklare med bakgrund inom ekologi.

Utvecklare med bakgrund inom ekologi. Show more

Yakubu Yinusa Temitope

Yakubu Yinusa Temitope

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

Mia Landsem

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

Simen Bakke

Simen Bakke

Foredragsholderen har operativ bakgrunn fra Forsvaret og Politiet, og arbeidet på strategisk nivå med forebyggende sikkerhet og beredskap i og utenfor Politet. Han innehar en mastergrad i risikostyring og sikkerhetsledelse fra Universitetet i Stavanger og har de fire siste årene jobbet i Politiets IT-enhet.

Foredragsholderen har operativ bakgrunn fra Forsvaret og Politiet, og arbeidet på strategisk nivå med forebyggende sikkerhet og beredskap i og utenfor Politet. Han innehar en mastergrad i risikostyring og sikkerhetsledelse fra Universitetet i Stavang... Show more

Chad Johnson

Chad Johnson

Chad Johnson is a highly accomplished professional with extensive waterworks industry experience, with over two decades of dedicated service in municipal sales within the waterworks sector. As a graduate of Northern Illinois University, he holds a Bachelor of Science (B.S.) degree in Psychology. His experience has equipped him with the knowledge and insights needed to navigate the intricacies of the industry and provide invaluable solutions to clients and communities.
In addition to his professional achievements, Chad is a published author in the sales development space, where he has shared his insights and expertise with a broader audience.
Chad is a family-oriented individual. He and his family reside in Aurora, Illinois.

Chad Johnson is a highly accomplished professional with extensive waterworks industry experience, with over two decades of dedicated service in municipal sales within the waterworks sector. As a graduate of Northern Illinois University, he holds a Ba... Show more

Dr. Kapil Choudhary

Dr. Kapil Choudhary

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

Ashkan Ahrabi

Ashkan Ahrabi

With almost 6 years of experience as a Frontend engineer, Ash has embraced the dynamic tech industry in Berlin. Recently, He joined Delivery Hero as a Frontend Software Engineer, working in a Design System team.

With almost 6 years of experience as a Frontend engineer, Ash has embraced the dynamic tech industry in Berlin. Recently, He joined Delivery Hero as a Frontend Software Engineer, working in a Design System team. Show more

Selma Bichbich

Selma Bichbich

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

Rodolfo Dias

Rodolfo Dias

Team Leadership ❤️ JS ❤️ Open Source

Rodolfo has worked in a diverse pool of companies and research centers, in South America and Europe. He is Software Engineering Manager at Yara International and manages the software engineering teams of Yara's farming experience platform, with the goal of enabling regenerative agriculture and minimizing the climate impact of farming

Team Leadership ❤️ JS ❤️ Open Source Rodolfo has worked in a diverse pool of companies and research centers, in South America and Europe. He is Software Engineering Manager at Yara International and manages the software engineering teams of Yara's... Show more

Joe Gavin

Joe Gavin

Joe Gavin is from the Greater Boston area. He started working with SQL Server and Sybase in the financial services industry and is now a SQL Server Database Administrator at a dairy cooperative.

Joe Gavin is from the Greater Boston area. He started working with SQL Server and Sybase in the financial services industry and is now a SQL Server Database Administrator at a dairy cooperative. Show more

Kojo Gyan

Kojo Gyan

Marcel Kojo Gyan is a digital creator based in Accra, Ghana, who explores the intersection of creating art between beauty and purpose regardless of the creation method. He is currently working on fractionalized NFT farming with corngatefarms.com

He graduated from the Kwame Nkrumah University of Science and Technology, focusing on Product design and manufacturing. He is a mechanical engineer by training, software user experience designer by occupation, and an artist and farmer at heart. His experience in these marginally related but diverse fields helped him focus on embedding function and purpose in everything he creates.

Marcel Kojo Gyan is a digital creator based in Accra, Ghana, who explores the intersection of creating art between beauty and purpose regardless of the creation method. He is currently working on fractionalized NFT farming with corngatefarms.com H... Show more

Akuya Ekorot

Akuya Ekorot

Akuya is a creative force who once roamed the captivating world of Film and Theatre Arts. Armed with a BA in Film and Theatre Arts, he explored various roles in the film industry, from weaving visual wonders as a VFX artist to crafting compelling narratives as a video editor. As a versatile professional, Akuya also graced the stage as an actor, breathing life into unforgettable characters.

Driven by an insatiable curiosity and a thirst for creativity, Akuya ventured into the realms of technology. Mostly self-taught, he embraced software development and discovered the perfect medium to merge his artistic sensibilities with the boundless possibilities of code.

Now, nestled in the heart of the creative technology domain, Akuya thrives, breathing life into interactive experiences and captivating user interfaces. As a presenter, he shares his compelling journey, illustrating the art and science of merging creativity and technology in frontend experiences.

Join Akuya on an enchanting adventure, where artistry meets code, showcasing the powerful synergy between the arts and the digital realm. From the silver screens to lines of code, Akuya embodies the true spirit of creative technology, proving that the most extraordinary experiences arise when creativity meets code.

Akuya is a creative force who once roamed the captivating world of Film and Theatre Arts. Armed with a BA in Film and Theatre Arts, he explored various roles in the film industry, from weaving visual wonders as a VFX artist to crafting compelling nar... Show more

Dr. Anirban Nandy

Dr. Anirban Nandy

Anirban Nandy has done his Ph.D. in Resource Management in Entrepreneurship at the Center for Rural Development and Innovative Sustainable Technology, IIT Kharagpur, India. He is now positioned as an Assistant Professor at Siliguri Institute of Technology, India. His research interests include Resource Management, Agri-Business, Artificial Intelligence (AI) & ML, Data Envelopment Analysis (DEA), Environmental Performance measurement, and Enterprise Development. He is involved in several rural extension programs. He has served as a reviewer for high-impact academic journals. His research publications appeared in esteemed journals and books of international repute such as the Journal of Cleaner Production, Benchmarking, Springer Nature, Global Business Review, etc. While doing his Ph.D. in sub-Himalayan eastern India, his research got deeply connected to the tribal women and smallholders. This involvement led to the formation of “Mobile Library Shiksha Swaraj”, a research extension program under the aegis of "Live Life Happily" a non-governmental organization located in the sub-Himalayan district, Darjeeling, which is headed by a team of academic experts. The research extension works made many headlines in the prominent national and international media. Today, his research extension is connected to over 11,500 tribal beneficiaries and 700 self-help groups (SHGs). This research extension programs focus on providing better education, increment in SHGs’ skill development, better agricultural productivity, higher income generation, and improved welfare services to the marginalized community of our society. Recently, his co-founding Prakalp, the "Ghorer Lokkhi Udyog" has been selected by the Ministry of Micro, Small & Medium Enterprises, GoI., in all over Darjeeling District with the target to develop over 100 Entrepreneurs from the region.

Anirban Nandy has done his Ph.D. in Resource Management in Entrepreneurship at the Center for Rural Development and Innovative Sustainable Technology, IIT Kharagpur, India. He is now positioned as an Assistant Professor at Siliguri Institute of Techn... Show more

Bayne Harvey

Bayne Harvey

Over 8 years of foodservice experience covering equipment and new technology for commercial kitchens. With a focus on the K-12, University, Club, and Healthcare Industries to help streamline overall kitchen production.

Over 8 years of foodservice experience covering equipment and new technology for commercial kitchens. With a focus on the K-12, University, Club, and Healthcare Industries to help streamline overall kitchen production. Show more

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