Agriculture, Food & Forestry

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

Anna Cammaro

Anna Cammaro

Ann Cammaro is the Founder and CEO of Antarexxa Space Global, a pioneering organization dedicated to bridging the gap between spacefaring nations and emerging space countries based in Bali, Indonesia. As a passionate space advocate, educator, and strategist, Ann has championed space advocacy since 2014, expanding her impact globally through Antarexxa since 2020. Under her leadership, the company has delivered space education programs virtually to participants across 76 countries and 67 cities in Indonesia, inspiring youth, educators, and professionals to cultivate interest in the New Space economy and pursue careers in the growing space industry; most importantly to leverage space technology to improve quality of life on Earth and address global challenges.

With over a decade of experience in marketing and communication, strategic international business development, government relations, and multi-stakeholder project coordination, Ann brings a unique blend of expertise to the space sector. Her work spans industries such as infrastructure, education, cybersecurity, aerospace and defense, renewable energy, biotechnology, and environmental conservation, with a proven track record in intergovernmental and interagency collaboration.

Ann is deeply committed to fostering international collaboration, workforce development, and diversity in STEAM fields, with a focus on empowering local talent in Indonesia and beyond. Her initiatives include international study space tours, championing local teams for international competitions, and connecting Indonesian talents with global opportunities in space exploration and industry. Ann’s vision is to create a future where emerging nations play a pivotal role in shaping the space ecosystem, from Earth to the Moon and beyond.

Currently serving as a NASA Harvard-Smithsonian SciX Lead Ambassador for 2025-2027, her primary role is to promote scientific literacy and encourage academic contributions to space exploration. Ann is also the spokesperson for the recently established Indonesia Space Association, advocating for Indonesia's strategic development as a significant global space player in the near future.

Ann Cammaro is the Founder and CEO of Antarexxa Space Global, a pioneering organization dedicated to bridging the gap between spacefaring nations and emerging space countries based in Bali, Indonesia. As a passionate space advocate, educator, and str... Show more

Shane Cory

Shane Cory

Shane Cory, Sr. Project Manager at Rippe Associates, has worked on and led foodservice design projects across a multitude of industries: from small healthcare facilities to large hospitals in major healthcare systems, residential facilities, churches, and K-12 schools in the education market segment. He thrives at building relationships and utilizing his attention to detail while working closely with architects, engineers, and construction contractors. From the early concept design stage to successful project completion, Shane coordinates all project details to ensure it is in alignment with the client’s vision.

Shane Cory, Sr. Project Manager at Rippe Associates, has worked on and led foodservice design projects across a multitude of industries: from small healthcare facilities to large hospitals in major healthcare systems, residential facilities, churches... Show more

Sara George

Sara George

Sara George is project manager for Renewing the Countryside overseeing 10 Farmers Market Food Hubs statewide. She is a part of the MN State Farm to School Leadership Team, is a FSMA trainer, manages the Red Wing Farmers market and owns and operates a small produce farm in Pepin, Wisconsin. She is very passionate about supporting farmers and local food systems. As a farmer herself, she has deep ties to the farming community and is very understanding of obstacles farmers and buyers can face.

Sara George is project manager for Renewing the Countryside overseeing 10 Farmers Market Food Hubs statewide. She is a part of the MN State Farm to School Leadership Team, is a FSMA trainer, manages the Red Wing Farmers market and owns and operates a... Show more

Alicia Rojas

Alicia Rojas

Alicia is a software developer, musician and natural resources engineer from Chile. She has developed and contributed to digital products committed to social and environmental impact through consultancies and participation in open-source projects. She has experience in agroecology and environmental education.

Alicia is a software developer, musician and natural resources engineer from Chile. She has developed and contributed to digital products committed to social and environmental impact through consultancies and participation in open-source projects. Sh... Show more

Dorje McKinnon

Dorje McKinnon

Fosters individual and organisational capability building.

From the macro issues of governance and organisational knowledge capture to the micro challenges of implementing technical solutions, Dorje leverages his practical experience to help make the digital workplace better.

Fosters individual and organisational capability building. From the macro issues of governance and organisational knowledge capture to the micro challenges of implementing technical solutions, Dorje leverages his practical experience to help make ... Show more

Yasmin Peters

Yasmin Peters

Mitarbeitende Hochschuldidaktik und eLearning

Mitarbeitende Hochschuldidaktik und eLearning Show more

Tom Sherman

Tom Sherman

In 2017, Tom Sherman discovered the 5th season of the year after nearly a decade of studying timekeeping and measurement systems. He then spent the next 3 years deconstructing the Gregorian Calendar and re-engineering a New Calendar system using modern math, science and logic that divides time evenly, precisely, and accurately, for the first time in the history of time. With humor, philosophy, and curiosity, Tom is able to expand your perception of reality and uncover new systems and patterns that are currently hiding in plain sight.

In 2017, Tom Sherman discovered the 5th season of the year after nearly a decade of studying timekeeping and measurement systems. He then spent the next 3 years deconstructing the Gregorian Calendar and re-engineering a New Calendar system using mode... Show more

Ashwin Prakash Nalwade

Ashwin Prakash Nalwade

Ashwin Prakash Nalwade is a Machine Learning Engineer with a strong track record across early-stage (Pre-seed, Series A) and late-stage (Series E) startups, complemented by research, teaching, and entrepreneurial experiences at NYU. As a founding ML engineer, he has built systems from 0→1, including large-scale data pipelines with significant cost savings. He also co-authored a research paper on wildfire spread prediction models, cited over 50 times, which has gained renewed relevance amid recent wildfire events in Los Angeles.

https://github.com/ashwinpn
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Ashwin Prakash Nalwade is a Machine Learning Engineer with a strong track record across early-stage (Pre-seed, Series A) and late-stage (Series E) startups, complemented by research, teaching, and entrepreneurial experiences at NYU. As a founding ML ... Show more

Luciano D'Alessandra

Luciano D'Alessandra

Per gli amici, Lucio, classe 1996, sono un informatico e un designer industriale che ha cominciato a fare impresa nel paesello dove sono nato, nel centro della mia amata Sicilia. Ho 2 partit, ehm, 2 attività di cui vado fiero, una è nell'ambito dell'artigianato, settore legno, e l'altra è un'azienda agricola. Sono un perito informatico e dopo aver iniziato gli studi al dipartimento di matematica e informatica all'università di Catania, per imprevisti o forse opportunità, non ho concluso la carriera da programmatore, ho capito che volevo fare altre cose da grande e adesso sto completando gli studi in Architettura e design industriale presso la San Raffaele Roma.
Sono una ex recluta del GDG Catania e ho fatto tanta esperienza nel mondo delle startup, partendo dal brainstorming.
Ho molte skill, ma resto umile, mi piace la musica e la pasta al forno.

Per gli amici, Lucio, classe 1996, sono un informatico e un designer industriale che ha cominciato a fare impresa nel paesello dove sono nato, nel centro della mia amata Sicilia. Ho 2 partit, ehm, 2 attività di cui vado fiero, una è nell'ambito dell'... Show more

Bravin Kulei

Bravin Kulei

software engineer with a hardware heartbeat—blending code, circuits, and creativity to build smart systems that think, sense, and inspire.

software engineer with a hardware heartbeat—blending code, circuits, and creativity to build smart systems that think, sense, and inspire. Show more

Precious Tom

Precious Tom

Precious Tom is the founder and CEO of Pandascrow Inc. Tom was a Mentor with Sugar Labs in Google Summer of Code and Code-in. Ex CTO at Farmsby.

Tom is an Open Source Evangelize and contributes to several communities.

Precious Tom is the founder and CEO of Pandascrow Inc. Tom was a Mentor with Sugar Labs in Google Summer of Code and Code-in. Ex CTO at Farmsby. Tom is an Open Source Evangelize and contributes to several communities. Show more

Sandie Markle

Sandie Markle

Sandie Markle is the founder of Blueberri, a boutique consultancy that helps food creators, platforms, and content teams bring clarity to complex systems. With over a decade of experience in food tech and content operations, she specializes in structured content, metadata, and taxonomies that power discoverability and connection. A certified content engineering practitioner, Sandie has worked on the platforms and content structures that make features like shoppable recipes and smart kitchen integrations possible. She is also the author of the upcoming book Create Once, Share Everywhere™, which makes structured content concepts more approachable for creators and teams.

Sandie Markle is the founder of Blueberri, a boutique consultancy that helps food creators, platforms, and content teams bring clarity to complex systems. With over a decade of experience in food tech and content operations, she specializes in struct... Show more

Christian Marvelous

Christian Marvelous

Okafor Christian Marvelous is my full name, I have over 15 years of experience in real life, Tech, Management and Public Speaking. I live both in Abuja and Asaba. I am proficient in Graphic design, UX/UI design, WordPress website design, writer and proofreading.

Okafor Christian Marvelous is my full name, I have over 15 years of experience in real life, Tech, Management and Public Speaking. I live both in Abuja and Asaba. I am proficient in Graphic design, UX/UI design, WordPress website design, writer... Show more

Nsom Alain

Nsom Alain

Nsom Alain holds a Bachelor’s Degree in Business Administration (BBA), Certification in AI Career Essential, served as Accountant and Admin Operator with Light Up Business Solutions (LUBS), a business consulting firm that supports entrepreneurs and corporate bodies through strategy, training, and human resource development. currently volunteering with LinkUp Cameroon.

As a Business Consultant, Educator, and Entrepreneurial Coach, Alain is passionate about helping individuals and organizations turn potential into performance. His work spans business development, HR support, and strategic planning, empowering startups to build sustainable structures and thrive in competitive markets.

Driven by the vision of a self-sustaining community, he advocates for practical entrepreneurship, ethical leadership, and innovation. At DevFest 2025, he brings a unique bridge between technology and business sustainability guiding developers to think like founders, not just coders.

Nsom Alain holds a Bachelor’s Degree in Business Administration (BBA), Certification in AI Career Essential, served as Accountant and Admin Operator with Light Up Business Solutions (LUBS), a business consulting firm that supports entrepreneurs and ... Show more

Bryan Medrano

Bryan Medrano

Con más de 10 años de experiencia en Business Analytics y Transformación Digital, he liderado proyectos de innovación en canales digitales, business analytics, CRMs y optimización de procesos en mercados Latinoamericanos específicamente en sectores como banca, retail, automotriz, agroindustrias y educación superior.

En BAC-Credomatic, Grupo Casa Pellas "Toyota Nicaragua" e INCAE Business School, he implementado/rediseñado soluciones avanzadas como Tableau, Power BI y Salesforce, mejorando la eficiencia operativa y la toma de decisiones basadas en datos. He impulsado la reestructuración de KPIs, la automatización de procesos comerciales y la integración de sistemas CRM, impactando positivamente en la estrategia de marketing digital y las operaciones comerciales, gestionando la sinergia entre talentosos equipos multidisciplinarios.

Paralelamente me he desempeñado como Profesor en especializaciones en Inteligencia de Negocios y Operaciones a nivel internacional, donde comparto mis conocimientos para empoderar a futuros líderes en analítica y transformación empresarial.

Mi enfoque se centra en la innovación, la mejora continua y la transformación digital para generar valor estratégico a través de los datos.

Con más de 10 años de experiencia en Business Analytics y Transformación Digital, he liderado proyectos de innovación en canales digitales, business analytics, CRMs y optimización de procesos en mercados Latinoamericanos específicamente en sectores c... Show more

James Okonkwo

James Okonkwo

Ikenna James Okonkwo is a Software Engineer and Author at Interswitch Nigeria. With a strong background in backend engineering and system design, he loves building reliable software and sharing knowledge with the next generation of tech talent. He’s passionate about simplifying complex concepts like SDLC, microservices, and cloud engineering.

Ikenna James Okonkwo is a Software Engineer and Author at Interswitch Nigeria. With a strong background in backend engineering and system design, he loves building reliable software and sharing knowledge with the next generation of tech talent. He’s ... Show more

Itay Lidovski

Itay Lidovski

Itay is a leading security researcher in the Argus Cyber Penetration Testing team, which is a red team, focused in the automotive industry. Before that, Itay worked as a developer and forensic data researcher. Among his roles, Itay specializes in pen-testing and security research for the automotive industry and specifically of various electronic control units (ECUs), e.g. telematic control units (TCUs) and body control modules (BCMs). Currently, Itay is working on his master’s degree in mathematics in Tel Aviv’s University, in tandem with his work in Argus.
Itay wrote the article “How Quantum Computing Could Affect the Automotive Landscape”, published in “CPO magazine”, and is set to talk about zero-day vulnerabilities in the automotive landscape in the ELIV conference this October.

Itay is a leading security researcher in the Argus Cyber Penetration Testing team, which is a red team, focused in the automotive industry. Before that, Itay worked as a developer and forensic data researcher. Among his roles, Itay specializes in pen... Show more

Alex Finnarn

Alex Finnarn

Alex is an experienced whatever-end developer focusing on system design after conquering many codebases. He is most passionate about improving the developer and content editor experience while reducing the maintenance burden of the applications he works on.

"Code is easy. People are hard." - Alex

Alex is an experienced whatever-end developer focusing on system design after conquering many codebases. He is most passionate about improving the developer and content editor experience while reducing the maintenance burden of the applications he wo... Show more

John Darrington

John Darrington

John Darrington, recently of the Idaho National Laboratory, has worked in software engineering for over 15 years. He has a wide breadth of experience from fintech to scientific computing. He has led small and multi-organizational teams and has had a recent emphasis in data engineering. He enjoys working with engineers of all levels, helping all grow together in pursuit of excellence in a difficult field. He currently lives in rural Maine with his wife and two children.

John Darrington, recently of the Idaho National Laboratory, has worked in software engineering for over 15 years. He has a wide breadth of experience from fintech to scientific computing. He has led small and multi-organizational teams and has had a ... Show more

Jose Arnulfo Reyes

Jose Arnulfo Reyes

Mi nombre es Arnulfo. Me encanta compartir mis experiencias personales y profesionales en conferencias y reuniones donde trato de ayudar e inspirar a otros a lograr sus metas. Colaborador de comunidades open source locales e internacionales, creo puentes entre proyectos y personas para potenciar el software libre.

Mi nombre es Arnulfo. Me encanta compartir mis experiencias personales y profesionales en conferencias y reuniones donde trato de ayudar e inspirar a otros a lograr sus metas. Colaborador de comunidades open source locales e internacionales, creo pue... Show more

Awoke Dagnew Kassahun

Awoke Dagnew Kassahun

Awoke Dagnew is a dedicated and collaborative project management professional with over 13 years of experience in the non-profit sector. He has strong expertise and skills in project design and execution, having successfully managed a diverse range of development and humanitarian projects. Awoke's expertise spans program management, monitoring, and evaluation, particularly in areas such as water, sanitation, and hygiene (WASH), women’s empowerment, digital rights, and social inclusion. His experience includes strategy development, project design and execution, program logistics administration, and engaging in policy dialogues. Currently, he is working with HOPE International Development Agency in the capacity of Strategy and Programs Manager and actively volunteering with TOGETHER, a civil society working towards narrowing down the digital divide for persons with disabilities.

Awoke holds a Master’s degree in Political Science and Social Work, and a Bachelor’s degree in Sociology. He is an alumnus of the Young African Leaders Initiative (YALI) Regional Leadership Center and the DATA4CHANGE Data Storytelling and Design Sprint. Recognized for his leadership and impact, Awoke was awarded the African Youth SDGs Achievers Award in 2022, under the category of Leader of Equality. His professional interests include policy dialogue, digital inclusion, environmental sustainability, women’s empowerment, and WASH issues.

Awoke Dagnew is a dedicated and collaborative project management professional with over 13 years of experience in the non-profit sector. He has strong expertise and skills in project design and execution, having successfully managed a diverse range o... Show more

Der Darmexperte

Der Darmexperte

Der Darmexperte ist ein bekannter Ernährungsinfluencer mit über 27 Jahren Erfahrung in der biologischen Medizin. Sein Schwerpunkt liegt auf der natürlichen Behandlung und Vorbeugung von typischen Zivilisationskrankheiten wie Reizdarm, Blähungen und chronischer Müdigkeit – durch eine ausgewogene und wissenschaftlich fundierte Ernährung. Mit einfachen Tipps, leicht umsetzbaren Rezepten und einem ganzheitlichen Ansatz hilft er seinen Followern, ihre Darmgesundheit zu verbessern und mehr Lebensqualität zu gewinnen.

Der Darmexperte ist ein bekannter Ernährungsinfluencer mit über 27 Jahren Erfahrung in der biologischen Medizin. Sein Schwerpunkt liegt auf der natürlichen Behandlung und Vorbeugung von typischen Zivilisationskrankheiten wie Reizdarm, Blähungen und c... Show more

Jeff Julian

Jeff Julian

Jeff Julian is a software consultant, author, entrepreneur, woodworker, marketer, videographer, photographer, and now a device designer in AgTech. He was the Co-Founder of Geekswithblogs.net with one of the club leaders, John Alexander, former Microsoft MVP in XML and SharePoint, former co-leader of this .NET User Group, and has been working on web applications since the mid-90s.

Jeff Julian is a software consultant, author, entrepreneur, woodworker, marketer, videographer, photographer, and now a device designer in AgTech. He was the Co-Founder of Geekswithblogs.net with one of the club leaders, John Alexander, former Micro... Show more

Hector De Castro

Hector De Castro

Hector De Castro is the Chairman of REGENERA LUXURY, the world's 1st certification for regenerative luxury hotels and retreats. With over 23 years of experience across four continents in the hospitality sector, Hector is recognized as one of the most influential voices in the industry's evolution toward a regenerative model.

He currently helps entrepreneurs and hotel owners implement highly profitable and regenerative models, while also investing in and supporting social projects. PhD cand and Professor at University of Cancun.

Hector has led growth strategies for both SMEs and Fortune 500 companies, conducted audits for premium brands such as SHANGRI-LA, as well as boutique luxury hotels. Prolific speaker.

Academic approach:
PhD cand. in regenerative hotels | Certified Expert in Sustainable Tourism by GSTC | Global ExMBA from IE Business School (AAA) | Master in Hotel Mngmnt | PMP | International Trade Technician | Univ. Diploma in Business Mngmnt | Bachelor's in Legal Trans.

Hector De Castro is the Chairman of REGENERA LUXURY, the world's 1st certification for regenerative luxury hotels and retreats. With over 23 years of experience across four continents in the hospitality sector, Hector is recognized as one of the most... Show more

David Laribee

David Laribee

David Laribee is a coach, developer, teacher, international speaker, and co-founder of Nerd/Noir. Over the last 25+ years, he’s helped develop digital product development teams and organizations in a wide variety of industries, including banking, retail, technology, insurance, defense, and higher education.

David has been at the forefront of several movements in software development. He helped create the dojo approach to immersive learning, popularize lean and kanban methods, and introduce product thinking to the agile landscape. As an engineering leader, David was an early adopter and advocate of eXtreme Programming, Kanban and Domain Driven Design. David is a former Microsoft MVP in both Solutions Architecture and C# and co-founder of the ALT.NET movement, which has spawned dozens of user groups across the globe dedicated to open-source and modern engineering practices.

Before founding Nerd/Noir with his wife, Alexandra West, David coached the product development teams at VersionOne, a market leader in agile project management tools. These days you can find him working across several active dojos, collaborating with leaders on strategy, and helping to build capable coaching teams at Fortune 500 firms and hypergrowth startups. David started work life at the early age of five on a farm in Upstate NY — an upbringing that accounts for his lead-from-the-front approach, appreciation for small/cross-disciplinary teams, and appreciation for authentic maple syrup.

David Laribee is a coach, developer, teacher, international speaker, and co-founder of Nerd/Noir. Over the last 25+ years, he’s helped develop digital product development teams and organizations in a wide variety of industries, including banking, ret... Show more

Ari Waller

Ari Waller

Ari Waller is a seasoned professional with over two decades of experience in technical recruiting and community building. As the former Global Meetup Event Manager at JFrog, he was dedicated to fostering vibrant developer communities worldwide. Ari is the creator of the TLC4 philosophy—Technology, Leadership, Career Path, Commute, Compensation, and Culture—designed to guide professionals in navigating and thriving in their careers. His passion for connecting people with opportunities and his commitment to continuous learning make him a respected figure in the tech industry.

Ari Waller is a seasoned professional with over two decades of experience in technical recruiting and community building. As the former Global Meetup Event Manager at JFrog, he was dedicated to fostering vibrant developer communities worldwide. Ari i... Show more

Lütfü Mert Ceylan

Lütfü Mert Ceylan

Lütfü Mert Ceylan is a Security Researcher working for two different cyber security companies in the UK and in the Netherlands as a freelancer, especially specializes in the Web Application field of Cybersecurity. He will also be a speaker at the International Cyber ​​Security conference OWASP 2023 Global AppSec Washington D.C. USA, which will be held on December 31.

He is an OWASP Project Leader and owner of the OWASP Top 25 Parameters project. He is also the OWASP Poland Chapter Board Member and the founder of TR Bug Hunters, Turkey's active security researcher & bug hunter community.

He is specifically focused about Server-side and client-side attacks. He is actively involved in the bug bounty field and he has helped detect and exploit over 500 security vulnerabilities across 75+ web applications for companies such as Apple, Oracle, Adobe, Mozilla, United Nations, European Union and 30+ more prestigious companies and organizations, then included their Hall of Fame. Also in the field of cybersecurity, he actively writes articles and writes complex code snippets with Javascript, such as creating XSS payloads with cuneiform.

He has a news article in the Portswigger about the CVE record of a vulnerability he discovered. He studies at the Warsaw University of Technology and he lives in Warsaw, Poland but in his homeland during the remaining period of his education he lives in Bursa, Turkey.

Lütfü Mert Ceylan is a Security Researcher working for two different cyber security companies in the UK and in the Netherlands as a freelancer, especially specializes in the Web Application field of Cybersecurity. He will also be a speaker at the Int... Show more

Emmanuel Gabriel Ndayambaje

Emmanuel Gabriel Ndayambaje

Emmanuel Gabriel Ndayambaje is the founder and CEO of Afrixyz Organic Foods Uganda and the Afrixyz For SDG2 Global Youth Initiative. He empowers refugee and rural youth in Uganda through sustainable agriculture and entrepreneurship. His e-commerce platform connects local farmers to both national and international markets, promoting a transparent and equitable food supply chain.

With expertise in organic farming and business development, Emmanuel's mission focuses on food security and self-sufficiency for marginalized communities. He has participated in the Stanford Entrepreneurship Program and I-UPSHIFT Accelerator, enhancing his skills in social entrepreneurship. At IICE-2025, he will represent Afrixyz For SDG2 Global Youth Initiatives Platform, sharing insights on sustainable farming and youth empowerment.

Emmanuel Gabriel Ndayambaje is the founder and CEO of Afrixyz Organic Foods Uganda and the Afrixyz For SDG2 Global Youth Initiative. He empowers refugee and rural youth in Uganda through sustainable agriculture and entrepreneurship. His e-commerce pl... Show more

Erin Garrison

Erin Garrison

Erin Garrison is the founder and Executive Director of Food is Free Albuquerque (FIFABQ), an organization she started 11 years ago with the simple belief that fresh food is a human right. Through unwavering passion and dedication, she has built FIFABQ into a thriving community-driven effort that has rescued thousands of pounds of fresh produce, engaged hundreds of volunteers, and strengthened food access across the city. Erin’s work is rooted in the idea that food is more than sustenance—it’s connection, resilience, and sustainability. She is deeply committed to finding innovative ways to reduce food waste and empower communities, from on-the-ground gleaning efforts to forward-thinking solutions like predictive harvesting models. Erin is excited to share her vision for a future where neighbors not only share food but also knowledge, resources, and care for the planet.

Erin Garrison is the founder and Executive Director of Food is Free Albuquerque (FIFABQ), an organization she started 11 years ago with the simple belief that fresh food is a human right. Through unwavering passion and dedication, she has built FIFAB... Show more

Meredith Finkelstein

Meredith Finkelstein

Engineer | Clinical Herbalist | Rabble-rouser

Engineer | Clinical Herbalist | Rabble-rouser Show more

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