Agriculture, Food & Forestry

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

Anjali Mehta

Anjali Mehta

Anjali is a human rights and law of war attorney, speaker, athlete, and professional artist, who currently runs a nonprofit dedicated to combating gender-based violence. She is a TEDx speaker and Fulbright Scholarship grantee.

Anjali has worked at the intersection of women's rights, gender-based violence, art, and law in India, the U.K., Colombia, Brazil, and Chile. Her work as a lawyer includes representing foreign governments in human rights cases before international courts, achieving asylum for asylum-seekers persecuted on the basis of their gender, and working on Constitutional rights cases to protect the rights of transgender girl athletes in the U.S.

As an artist, Anjali explores themes of social justice through art. Her movement films have been nominated for several awards, including at the Diversity in Cannes Short Film Showcase, and Anjali has received a Bessie nomination for outstanding performer for her achievement in dance.

She is currently climbing the Seven Summits to amplify the voices and power of survivors, while building a coalition of organizations around the world. She's on track to be the first Indian-American woman to do so. The coalition she is building through this campaign will be part of the first ever global digital hub for survivors, advocates, and grassroots organizations combating gender-based violence to connect in real time, all the time.

Anjali is a human rights and law of war attorney, speaker, athlete, and professional artist, who currently runs a nonprofit dedicated to combating gender-based violence. She is a TEDx speaker and Fulbright Scholarship grantee. Anjali has worked a... Show more

Dr Fernando De La Peña Llaca

Dr Fernando De La Peña Llaca

Dr. Fernando De La Peña Llaca is CEO & President of Aexa Aerospace, a NASA and DoD contractor recognized globally for innovation. He led the first two-way holographic teleportation with astronauts on the International Space Station and has won NASA’s JSC Director’s Innovation Award and Exceptional Software Award. A sought-after futurist and author (AI in a Nutshell, 33 Predictions for the Next 33 Years), Dr. De La Peña bridges aerospace, defense, and commercial technology. His work has been featured by NASA, TIME, and international media, and he regularly speaks at global conferences including DEFCON, NDIA, and the International Astronautical Congress.

Dr. Fernando De La Peña Llaca is CEO & President of Aexa Aerospace, a NASA and DoD contractor recognized globally for innovation. He led the first two-way holographic teleportation with astronauts on the International Space Station and has won NASA’s... Show more

Eric Muli

Eric Muli

I am a Flutter Developer! I love building, and testing things out, and never tired of learning.

I love building and empowering developer communities: Flutter Kenya. An Engineer, and reader, I play bass guitar and piano.

I am a Flutter Developer! I love building, and testing things out, and never tired of learning. I love building and empowering developer communities: Flutter Kenya. An Engineer, and reader, I play bass guitar and piano. Show more

Allie Reitz

Allie Reitz

Over the past ten years, Allie has built and run businesses in various industries including audio engineering, wellness tech, software development and user experience design, and accelerator programming. She has worked closely with dozens of entrepreneurs to build their climate and social impact organizations through coaching, fractional leadership roles, and her original entrepreneurship curriculum. Her clients include impact organizations like CrowdSolve, CU Boulder, Glazier Clinics, Conscious Capitalism, and the Downtown Denver Partnership.

Outside of work, Allie is passionate about her work supporting and mentoring youth, nonprofits, and impact entrepreneurs in partnership with capacity-building economic development organizations including SVP Denver, Rocky Mountain Microfinance Institute, Good Business Colorado, and SEA Change. She has been instrumental in cultivating thriving and inclusive entrepreneurial ecosystems in Denver, Reno, and Greeley, CO. Allie is an experienced audio engineer, musical composer, UX/UI designer, yoga teacher, no-code developer, workshop facilitator, design thinking expert, and entreprenerd.

She currently designs curriculum for hackathons and pitch competitions through her company, Meep, and works with the City of Greeley and nationally ranked venture capital firm gener8tor to run the gBETA Greeley AgTech pre-accelerator program.

Over the past ten years, Allie has built and run businesses in various industries including audio engineering, wellness tech, software development and user experience design, and accelerator programming. She has worked closely with dozens of entrepre... Show more

Elizabeth Okuneye

Elizabeth Okuneye

I’m a CX and product leader obsessed with designing experiences that feel as good as they work. From building customer journeys and operational systems from scratch, to driving adoption and loyalty with behavioral nudges—I help brands move with clarity, empathy, and intention.

Right now, I lead Customer Experience at Magnum Insight, where I shape service design and experience strategy across key touchpoints. I’ve worked across tech, AI, fintech, and immigration—especially in fast-moving environments where nothing existed before.

Whether it’s CX, ops, or product thinking, I care about structure that serves both customers and teams. I also mentor up-and-coming CX professionals and believe the best systems are the ones that make people feel seen.

I’m a CX and product leader obsessed with designing experiences that feel as good as they work. From building customer journeys and operational systems from scratch, to driving adoption and loyalty with behavioral nudges—I help brands move with clari... Show more

Contressa Oliver

Contressa Oliver

Meet celebrity hairstylist and barber, Contressa Oliver. As a published licensed master cosmetologist, barber, and instructor in the state of Georgia, Contressa is a serial entrepreneur and a mogul in the beauty industry. While working for companies such as the very popular Regis Corporation, Contressa has earned a reputation in the beauty industry and is a member of the Professional Beauty Association. As an educator for the Bronner Bros. International Beauty Show, Contressa is able to showcase her skills while continuously spreading her knowledge to cosmetologists and instructors worldwide. Her work has been featured on MSN and Rolling Out.

With over 25 years under her belt, Contressa teaches for the Georgia Department of Education and for the Technical College System of Georgia. "As a high school educator, teaching the cosmetology pathway is a great way for students to not only get a jump start on earning college credits but also a great opportunity for students to gain knowledge and hands-on experience. Students graduate from high school with a certificate(s), diploma, and/or an associate’s degree that allows them to go straight into their career field.

"Teaching post-secondary education allows me to prep students for their state board licensure exams and teach them the rules and regulations of their state. My number one priority is building their confidence, pushing them to their highest potential, and helping them accomplish their goals. I’ve served as a judge and advisor for Georgia’s SkillsUSA Cosmetology for the past two years. By having experience in both areas, I can properly train students for regional, state, and national competitions."

Contressa is the founder and CEO of Noble Glam Hair Collection LLC, an e-commerce beauty supply store that services customers worldwide. She is also the founder of REVILO Gives, Inc., a nonprofit organization that bridges the gap between beauty and wellness and shares helpful articles for men and women to spread awareness on ways to increase inward health, leading to longer outward beauty.

Meet celebrity hairstylist and barber, Contressa Oliver. As a published licensed master cosmetologist, barber, and instructor in the state of Georgia, Contressa is a serial entrepreneur and a mogul in the beauty industry. While working for companie... Show more

Andrew Smart of Greenville, SC

Andrew Smart of Greenville, SC

Andrew Smart is the CEO and owner of Core Catalyst Food Sciences and Duke Sandwich Company, based in Greenville, South Carolina. With years of experience in food manufacturing and brand development, he has established a strong reputation for his commitment to quality and innovation. His leadership is defined by his focus on the products his companies create and the people contributing to their success.

Since 2005, Andrew has served as the CEO of DiscoverFresh Foods, which produces homemade-style food products like dips, spreads, granola, and desserts. DiscoverFresh has a high food safety standard and holds a Safe Quality Food (SQF) certification. Beyond food manufacturing, DiscoverFresh offers product development, marketing, and creative design services, helping brands efficiently bring new products to market. The company has partnered with major brands like Hidden Valley® Ranch, Texas Pete® Hot Sauce, and Louisiana Hot Sauce, offering solutions to meet diverse needs in the food industry.

Andrew’s approach to leadership centers on building strong teams and fostering an environment of growth and development. He believes that the people behind a company drive its success. At DiscoverFresh, the “Serve, Connect, and Make a Difference” mission guides every aspect of the business, from the relationships the company builds with clients to the opportunities it creates for employees. His commitment to nurturing talent and maintaining a positive company culture has been instrumental in DiscoverFresh’s success.

In 2018, recognizing the growing need for specialized food safety testing, Andrew founded Core Catalyst Food Sciences. The laboratory, ISO-IEC 17025-certified, provides essential testing services to food manufacturers, helping them ensure their products meet rigorous safety and quality standards. Core Catalyst’s services include shelf-life testing, challenge trials, and food safety consultations. By offering these services, Core Catalyst assists food companies in bringing safe, high-quality products to market. Clients of Core Catalyst include U.S. Waffle Company, Lean Kitchen Company, and Signature Seasonings, among others.

In addition to his work in the food industry, Andrew Smart of Greenville, SC, is dedicated to supporting education and community development. He has been involved with Clemson University and Wingate University, making significant contributions. In 2022, he and his wife, Julie, made a $2 million donation to Wingate University Athletics to fund the construction of a new training facility for student-athletes. This donation reflects their belief in the value of education and their desire to support the next generation of leaders.

Andrew and Julie, who work as the director of the Doctor of Education program at Anderson University, have two children, Drew and Claire. As a family, they prioritize community involvement and supporting causes that promote education, personal development, and growth. His leadership and philanthropic efforts reflect his commitment to making a meaningful impact in the food industry and the communities where he lives and works. He makes a lasting difference in his businesses and community through his dedication to quality, service, and innovation.

Andrew Smart is the CEO and owner of Core Catalyst Food Sciences and Duke Sandwich Company, based in Greenville, South Carolina. With years of experience in food manufacturing and brand development, he has established a strong reputation for his comm... Show more

Oryan Baruch

Oryan Baruch

An AI enthusiastic with high skills in Front End development , combine my personal journey along with skills that adds tons of values in developers day to day using AI

An AI enthusiastic with high skills in Front End development , combine my personal journey along with skills that adds tons of values in developers day to day using AI 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

Mary Lemmer

Mary Lemmer

Mary Lemmer is a creative impact-driven entrepreneur, consultant, and global speaker helping leaders and companies innovate, navigate change and thrive in an unpredictable world. She is the founder of Improve, and designs and delivers engaging keynotes, offsites, trainings, and conference sessions. She brings two decades of experience as an entrepreneur, author, humorist, and recovering venture capitalist and startup unicorn director. She gave the TED Talk “How improv can improve your leadership and life” and has spoken at The Social Innovation Summit, TED Women, TechCon, The Positive Business Conference, multiple years at the Agile Alliance conference, among speaking and leading interactive and empowering sessions for hundreds of companies around the world. Connect with Mary at www.marylemmer.com and learn more about Improve at www.chooseimprove.com.

Mary Lemmer is a creative impact-driven entrepreneur, consultant, and global speaker helping leaders and companies innovate, navigate change and thrive in an unpredictable world. She is the founder of Improve, and designs and delivers engaging keynot... Show more

Claire Nielsen

Claire Nielsen

Claire Nielsen’s work as Production Coordinator for Wayzata Public Schools focuses on stabilizing school kitchen systems through workflow design, operational diagnostics, and leadership support for site managers and administrators. She works alongside teams in active kitchens to identify structural challenges and workflow bottlenecks, improve communication pathways, and build sustainable operational systems. Claire is passionate about advancing practical operational frameworks, expanding leadership capacity in others, and designing systems that allow school nutrition programs to operate confidently and effectively.

Claire Nielsen’s work as Production Coordinator for Wayzata Public Schools focuses on stabilizing school kitchen systems through workflow design, operational diagnostics, and leadership support for site managers and administrators. She works alongsid... Show more

Victor Kithinji

Victor Kithinji

Mark Kithinji is a software engineer and co-founder of an AI-driven agriculture platform focused on improving decision-making for farm managers across African contexts. His work centers on building production systems under real-world constraints, including limited infrastructure, incomplete datasets and strict cost ceilings.

He has led the development of data-driven and cloud-based solutions ranging from high-concurrency web platforms to machine learning systems tailored for smallholder agriculture. His recent work explores practical approaches to model design, system resilience and translating complex technical outputs into usable insights for non-technical users.

Mark is particularly interested in how architectural decisions change when constraints are treated as requirements rather than limitations.

Mark Kithinji is a software engineer and co-founder of an AI-driven agriculture platform focused on improving decision-making for farm managers across African contexts. His work centers on building production systems under real-world constraints, inc... Show more

Ibrahim Mustapha

Ibrahim Mustapha

Ibrahim Mustapha is a public speaking coach and communication consultant dedicated to helping individuals and organizations speak with clarity, confidence, and impact. With a strong background in communication and international marketing, he specializes in training leaders, professionals, and young people to develop persuasive speaking skills and effective communication strategies.

Through coaching, workshops, and digital learning programs, Ibrahim empowers his audience to overcome fear, articulate their ideas powerfully, and create opportunities through communication. He is also passionate about using modern tools, including AI, to enhance public speaking and leadership development across Africa and beyond.

Ibrahim Mustapha is a public speaking coach and communication consultant dedicated to helping individuals and organizations speak with clarity, confidence, and impact. With a strong background in communication and international marketing, he speciali... Show more

Richard Fabo

Richard Fabo

"Sloboda je to, na čom skutočne záleží", povedal som si a cca v roku 2005 sme prešli v našej malej spoločnosti (dnes Triton Famme s.r.o.) na slobodné operačné systémy. Postupne sme prekonávali prekážky typické pre toto rané GNU/Linuxové obdobie: od chýbajúcich ovládačov pre modemy pre mobilnú sieť, cez nefungujúci internetbanking, nedostatok dokumentácie či skúseností okolia, až po migráciu dokumentov. Nakoniec to stálo (a stále stojí) za to! Nebola to „hra s nulovým súčtom“ – strávený čas sa nám vrátil mnohonásobne – získané vedomosti, spoznanie nových ľudí, prispôsobený softvér našim požiadavkám a predstavám, prenikanie do tajov a prístupu k slobodnému softvéru.

A fascinácia slobodným a otvoreným softvérom pretrváva. Sám sa najlepšie cítim v hrejivom objatí softvérovej implementácii lisp-ového stroja s názvom GNU Emacs, považujúc ho za najvyšší stupeň digitálnej existencie.

Naša spoločnosť sa orientuje na návrhy, realizácie, prípadne rekonštrukcie technologických liniek na pozberové a potravinárske spracovanie zemiakov a zeleniny, spolu so skladovými technológiami na Slovensku i v zahraničí. Od dizajnovania celých liniek, jej súčastí, spôsobu ich riadenia. Niektoré stroje a ich ovládanie si navrhujeme sami, s inými nám pomáhajú spriatelené firmy, ďalšie kupujeme od iných výrobcov, pričom realizujeme spôsob ich technologického a technického (včítane komunikačného) prepojenia. Riadenie zverujeme otvoreným kontrolérom – dospelým, testovaným, spoľahlivým zariadeniam spĺňajúcich požiadavky nasadenia do priemyselného prostredia.

Hobby: Ak nerátame záľuby viac-menej prepojené s IT, tak občasná horská cyklistika a sledovanie motoršportu (rôzne pretekárske i menej známe, série).

"Sloboda je to, na čom skutočne záleží", povedal som si a cca v roku 2005 sme prešli v našej malej spoločnosti (dnes Triton Famme s.r.o.) na slobodné operačné systémy. Postupne sme prekonávali prekážky typické pre toto rané GNU/Linuxové obdobie: od c... Show more

Marc Vila Clopés

Marc Vila Clopés

Estadístico de formación
Con experiencia como analista de Datos en distintos ambitos (Seguros, Creditos al consumo, Admin Publica i Retail Alimentación)
Aprox 4-5 años utilizando Power BI y con 0 experiencia como ponente :)

Estadístico de formación Con experiencia como analista de Datos en distintos ambitos (Seguros, Creditos al consumo, Admin Publica i Retail Alimentación) Aprox 4-5 años utilizando Power BI y con 0 experiencia como ponente :) Show more

Munikumar Pindi

Munikumar Pindi

Munikumar Pindi is a seasoned OTM/GTM Techno-Functional Consultant with over 12 years of comprehensive experience in Oracle Transportation Management (OTM) and Global Trade Management (GTM). Throughout his career, he has demonstrated exceptional capabilities in implementation, performance tuning, upgrades, cloud and version migrations, and integration of advanced tracking systems.
Currently serving as an OTM Business Analyst at Kik Consumer Products, Munikumar specializes in analyzing functional requirements, resolving complex production issues, and managing both onsite deliverables and Oracle enhancement releases. His leadership in onsite-offshore coordination ensures timely and quality project outcomes.
Previously, at Zenfair-Solutions Inc., he played a key role in implementing scalable OTM solutions for high-profile clients like Coca-Cola, focusing on seamless ERP integration and system performance optimization. His tenure at Oracle India Pvt Ltd saw him leading a team of professionals for Unilever's OTM projects, retrofitting on-premise solutions to cloud, and spearheading configuration and troubleshooting initiatives. Munikumar’s technical acumen extends across diverse client environments including Trane Technologies, Ricoh USA, GE Healthcare, and DHL Global Forwarding. His expertise covers core OTM/GTM modules such as Order and Shipment Management, Contract and Rate Management, Trade Compliance, and Business Process Automation. He is proficient in SQL, PL/SQL, XML, HTML, CSS, XSL, and data analytics, and has a strong command of user interface customization and system integration.
An alumnus of JNTU University Anantapur, holding a B.Tech in Information Technology, Munikumar combines technical depth with a client-focused mindset, making him a valuable contributor to enterprise supply chain and logistics transformations.

Munikumar Pindi is a seasoned OTM/GTM Techno-Functional Consultant with over 12 years of comprehensive experience in Oracle Transportation Management (OTM) and Global Trade Management (GTM). Throughout his career, he has demonstrated exceptional capa... Show more

Daniela Kalyd Rosas Bendezú

Daniela Kalyd Rosas Bendezú

Daniela Rosas es estudiante de Gestión y Alta Dirección con mención en Gestión Social y Pública en la Pontificia Universidad Católica del Perú (PUCP) y Presidenta de 180 Degrees Consulting PUCP, donde lidera proyectos de consultoría estratégica para organizaciones sociales y emprendimientos de impacto. Ayacuchana de origen, su trabajo está profundamente conectado con la generación de soluciones que respondan a realidades diversas y descentralizadas.

Su enfoque se sitúa en la intersección entre tecnología, innovación social y estrategia, utilizando inteligencia artificial generativa, herramientas no-code y diseño centrado en el usuario (UX/UI) para transformar ideas en soluciones escalables, accesibles y con impacto medible. Ha implementado soluciones tecnológicas en ONGs y proyectos sociales, integrando automatización, marketing social y herramientas como n8n y Lovable para optimizar procesos, fortalecer el fundraising y movilizar comunidades de manera innovadora.

Ha sido Parlamentaria Joven Nacional del Congreso de la República del Perú, donde contribuyó al diseño de propuestas legislativas en temas ambientales, participación ciudadana y transparencia, incorporando indicadores de impacto y mecanismos de seguimiento. Asimismo, fue becaria del Millennium Fellowship (ONU) y participante del Aspire Leaders Program de Harvard University, consolidando su formación en liderazgo global e impacto social.

Como consultora en sostenibilidad en Mypes Verdes, ha acompañado a pequeñas empresas en la adopción de modelos responsables y elaboración de reportes de sostenibilidad. Además, es fundadora de Responsible Work For Ecology, una iniciativa comunitaria en Ayacucho que ha capacitado a más de 80 mujeres en prácticas sostenibles, promoviendo su empoderamiento económico y ambiental.

Ha sido reconocida como ganadora del HONOR College Marketing Challenge 2025, finalista en la Datatón OEFA Innova y en el GreenTech Challenge, destacando por su propuesta de “IA que te entiende y potencia tu esencia”, entendida como el uso de la inteligencia artificial para potenciar capacidades humanas y construir soluciones más empáticas e inclusivas.

Daniela promueve activamente el acceso inclusivo a la tecnología y el uso ético de la IA, convencida de que romper los patrones en la industria implica que más mujeres y actores del sector social pasen de ser usuarios a creadores de tecnología, diseñando soluciones que transformen realidades y generen valor sostenible.

Daniela Rosas es estudiante de Gestión y Alta Dirección con mención en Gestión Social y Pública en la Pontificia Universidad Católica del Perú (PUCP) y Presidenta de 180 Degrees Consulting PUCP, donde lidera proyectos de consultoría estratégica para ... Show more

Isaac Agya Koomson

Isaac Agya Koomson

AI, Sustainability & Smart Cities Strategist | Startup Ecosystem Leader

Isaac Agya Koomson is a Ghanaian sustainability strategist, AI innovation advocate, and startup ecosystem builder focused on advancing Africa’s economic transformation through technology, entrepreneurship, and smart systems development.

He is the Founder & CEO of KIA-Start Up Consult, Civitas Estate & Maintenance, and Farmers Haven, and Team Lead of HopeFusion Africa — an initiative with a bold vision to reduce Africa’s unemployment by 10% by 2030. His work integrates AI-driven innovation, smart urbanization, renewable energy, and agribusiness transformation to build scalable, impact-driven enterprises.

Isaac has delivered keynote addresses on AI for smart urbanization, the Human + AI hybrid workforce, and reskilling for the generative AI age at platforms including Ghana Digital & Innovation Week, Africa Education Trust Fund, and DataGlobal Hub. He has represented Ghana and African youth as an official delegate at the IMF/World Bank Spring Meetings, World Bank Youth Summit, UN Environment Assembly (UNEA-7), IPBES-12, Global Youth Environment Assembly, and the Fourth International Conference on Financing for Development (FFD4) in Seville, contributing to global discussions on climate finance, sustainable development, and digital transformation.

With over seven years of leadership across entrepreneurship, humanitarian operations, and green innovation, Isaac has supported more than 50 startups in achieving product-market fit, investment readiness, and scalable growth. His thought leadership publications have generated over 2 million views, shaping conversations around AI infrastructure, economic resilience, and Africa’s future of work.

Recognized as Young Entrepreneur of the Year (2023) by the Ghana Chamber of Young Entrepreneurs, Isaac speaks at the intersection of technology, sustainability, policy, and inclusive economic growth — challenging audiences to rethink how Africa builds its future.

AI, Sustainability & Smart Cities Strategist | Startup Ecosystem Leader Isaac Agya Koomson is a Ghanaian sustainability strategist, AI innovation advocate, and startup ecosystem builder focused on advancing Africa’s economic transformation through... Show more

Fidel Villanueva Delgado

Fidel Villanueva Delgado

Software Engineer como más de 6 años de experiencia.

Software Engineer como más de 6 años de experiencia. Show more

Robert Garcia Ventura

Robert Garcia Ventura

Soy Robert Garcia Ventura, Arquitecto de Datos en Keepler Data Tech, una empresa reconocida en España como AWS Partner.
Tras vivir durante seis años en los Países Bajos, donde también trabajé para otro partner de AWS, recientemente regresé a España para estar más cerca de mi familia y amigos.
Estoy especializado en AWS, con más de 7 años de experiencia en la plataforma y 7 certificaciones activas.
Desde 2020 formo parte del programa AWS Community Builders y he colaborado como SME (Subject Matter Expert) en el desarrollo de certificaciones oficiales de AWS.

Soy Robert Garcia Ventura, Arquitecto de Datos en Keepler Data Tech, una empresa reconocida en España como AWS Partner. Tras vivir durante seis años en los Países Bajos, donde también trabajé para otro partner de AWS, recientemente regresé a España ... Show more

Jadean Wright

Jadean Wright

​Jadean Wright is a prominent figure in South Africa’s tech landscape, known for her commitment to ethical innovation and social impact. Her work uniquely integrates activism, feminism, and technology to address social justice issues and empower marginalized communities.

​Key Roles and Ventures:
​The Makers Club
​Role: Directorate and CMO
​Focus: Building affordable, IoT-powered smart farming solutions for sustainable agriculture. The solutions target educators, farmers, and hobbyists.

​ArcanaTech
​Role: Founder
​Focus: A 100% woman-owned and woman-led tech company. Its flagship products include the Nexus Tower and the Cybersecure Workspace.

​Vision, Values, and Approach

​Jadean's philosophy is rooted in Tech for Justice, actively bridging the gap between social justice and emerging technologies. Her approach emphasizes Inclusive Design, developing trauma-informed, dignity-first platforms that center on the needs of marginalized groups, particularly women and youth.

​Notable Achievements and Recognition

​- Africa’s Top 15 Young Geeks: Named by Geekulcha in 2025.
- Nominee for the "Future Leadership " award by Geekulcha
- ​ITWeb Security Summit Hackathon: Individual prize winner.
​- KZNInnov Tech Makerthon: Led her team to first place, a testament to her determination, having achieved the win despite having no prior coding or tech experience.
- ​BRICS Women’s Startup Contest: Participant.
- Top 10 JCI Durban Hackathon

​Expertise and Community Impact

​Jadean integrates advanced security, automation, and digital transformation into her projects. She holds qualifications in Basic Electronics, Leadership & Development, and is completing a Diploma in Human Resources and an NQF Level 4 in IoT.

​Through her involvement with The Makers Club, she plays a vital role in closing South Africa’s digital skills gap by providing training to youth in robotics, IoT, and AI. Her initiatives consistently prioritize accessibility, gender equity, and real-world problem-solving.

​Jadean Wright is a prominent figure in South Africa’s tech landscape, known for her commitment to ethical innovation and social impact. Her work uniquely integrates activism, feminism, and technology to address social justice issues and empower marg... Show more

Beatrice Großjohann

Beatrice Großjohann

Chemikerin, Promotion in medizinischer Biochemie
Geschäftsführerin der Fa. Micromun Institut für mikrobiologische Forschung GmbH
Geschäftsführende Gesellschafterin der BioResQ gGmbH
seit 18 Jahren Lehrtätigkeit an der Hochschule Neubrandenburg

Chemikerin, Promotion in medizinischer Biochemie Geschäftsführerin der Fa. Micromun Institut für mikrobiologische Forschung GmbH Geschäftsführende Gesellschafterin der BioResQ gGmbH seit 18 Jahren Lehrtätigkeit an der Hochschule Neubrandenburg Show more

Sanjeev Thapa

Sanjeev Thapa

Sanjeev Thapa is a DevOps Engineer, Computer Engineer, and Lecturer with over a decade of combined academic and industry experience.

He specializes in automation, containerization, and cloud-native infrastructure using tools such as Docker, Kubernetes, Ansible, and CI/CD pipelines. Sanjeev actively integrates real-world DevOps practices into academic teaching, mentoring students through hands-on labs, projects, and research-oriented learning. Passionate about open-source technologies, he believes in “learning by doing” and focuses on empowering students and professionals to build scalable, reliable, and future-ready digital solutions.

Sanjeev Thapa is a DevOps Engineer, Computer Engineer, and Lecturer with over a decade of combined academic and industry experience. He specializes in automation, containerization, and cloud-native infrastructure using tools such as Docker, Kuber... Show more

Khezir Hayat

Khezir Hayat

I have been engaged in Cotton Research since 2003. I am a co-breeder of 12-cultivars approved for general cultivation. I screened a global Germplasm Collection in diverse ecological conditions and identified loci connected to economical traits using GBS

I have been engaged in Cotton Research since 2003. I am a co-breeder of 12-cultivars approved for general cultivation. I screened a global Germplasm Collection in diverse ecological conditions and identified loci connected to economical traits using ... 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

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

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