Computer scientist, music composer and self thought....

Computer scientist, music composer and self thought.... Show more

Annett Bone is a dancer, a speaker and a creative strategist who guides people in the alignment of their mission to achieve milestones in their lives. In 2014, she returned to dance after a 20+ year hiatus, at the age of 43. This decision led to many things that Annett never thought she'd be doing, including live performances, various creative projects, speaking publicly and creating a podcast. The podcast reflects her personal adventure of overcoming her fears and returning to her passion for dance after giving it up for over two decades, the lessons she has learned along the way, and proving that it’s never too late to be great.

Annett Bone is a dancer, a speaker and a creative strategist who guides people in the alignment of their mission to achieve milestones in their lives. In 2014, she returned to dance after a 20+ year hiatus, at the age of 43. This decision led to man... Show more

Figma-minded designer and nature lover

Figma-minded designer and nature lover Show more

Luke is a Designer Advocate at zeroheight, the Design System documentation platform. Over the last fifteen years, he has designed for the likes of Memrise, Microsoft, Mr & Mrs Smith and some other companies starting with M. In his spare time he plays music in a punk band and tries to convince conferences to let him do keynotes on Josie and the Pussycats.

Luke is a Designer Advocate at zeroheight, the Design System documentation platform. Over the last fifteen years, he has designed for the likes of Memrise, Microsoft, Mr & Mrs Smith and some other companies starting with M. In his spare time he plays... Show more

Brielle is a design entrepreneur with a mind for how design processes can align in a new breed of businesses. She created Live With Design to focus on the intersection of design, technology and social innovation. Through an interdisciplinary approach, she hopes to expand the dialogue of social design.

Brielle is a design entrepreneur with a mind for how design processes can align in a new breed of businesses. She created Live With Design to focus on the intersection of design, technology and social innovation. Through an interdisciplinary approach... Show more

Los Angeles-based HÄANA is a one-woman orchestra, combining music + tech + art with Nordic/Icelandic influences set to a broken beat. Her original productions are like a dynamic filmscore. HÄANA counts Massive Attack, Björk, and Trentemøller as influences in crafting her sounds, featuring electronica influences, synthetic sonority, and vocal textures. The resulting sonic palate takes listeners on a journey whose destination is a crossroads between classical and contemporary, organic & man-made, familiar and mysterious. She studied contemporary improvisation at New England Conservatory (Boston, MA), and electronic music production at Dubspot (NYC). In addition to touring the globe with EDM festivals and as a guest artist for brands such as Intel and Ferrari, as well as a guest artist residency at Berklee Music College in Valencia, Spain, HÄANA has appeared at Gillette Stadium w/ Kanye West opening for the Rolling Stones, Madison Square Garden for MTV (w/ Kanye), Harvey Nichols Fashion Show (Dubai), Abu Dhabi 3-day NYE Fest (UAE), Alvin Ailey Gala, Obama's Inaugural Ball, Michael Jordan's Wedding, and the Boston Museum of Fine Arts.

Los Angeles-based HÄANA is a one-woman orchestra, combining music + tech + art with Nordic/Icelandic influences set to a broken beat. Her original productions are like a dynamic filmscore. HÄANA counts Massive Attack, Björk, and Trentemøller as influ... Show more

I am an artist. I am investigating the relationship between humans, the plant kingdom, and technology. In love with virtual reality and always doing performances. I want to share the interest in creating art and the possibility of communicating sensations and ideas with technology. In addition, I am concerned about global warming and how people who understand technological innovation can make a difference using creativity.
Front-end developer (ADA) and studying for a degree in visual arts, digitalization. National University of the Arts of Argentina

I am an artist. I am investigating the relationship between humans, the plant kingdom, and technology. In love with virtual reality and always doing performances. I want to share the interest in creating art and the possibility of communicating sensa... Show more

For over two decades and till date, Dr. Adéọlá Adijat Fálẹ́yẹ, lectures at the Department of Linguistics and African Languages, Obafemi Awolowo University in Nigeria. She is an Associate Professor of Yorùbá African Culture, Literature, Indigenous Arts Music and Performance studies. She is a composer, performer, and to her credits are (8) eight waxed audio albums of the African oral traditional music which continue to serve as teaching aids to youths and lovers of African music. She has several academic publications and edited books which attest to her relevance and vibrancy as a scholar in her chosen field of study. As a Thespian, with solid background in theatre, film study, gender and festivals, she is currently the Chairperson of the Ọ̀ṣun State National Association of Nigerian Theatre Arts Practitioners, (NANTAP), and the Vice President of the Yorùbá Studies Association of Nigeria. She is a member of the Canadian Association of African Studies, and she belongs to other academic bodies at the international level. She is well travelled and have attended over a hundred international and national academic conferences. She has authored and co-authored works on AI, Festivals in Southwestern Nigeria, Gender studies and oratures of African people. She is proudly the founder of Adéàbẹ̀kẹ́ Fábọ́lá Educultural Organization (AFECO), an Educultural Non-Governmental Organization for youthful inclusion, teaching, promotion and preservation of African oratures/African Music.
She is an humane personality.

For over two decades and till date, Dr. Adéọlá Adijat Fálẹ́yẹ, lectures at the Department of Linguistics and African Languages, Obafemi Awolowo University in Nigeria. She is an Associate Professor of Yorùbá African Culture, Literature, Indigenous Art... Show more

Event Rap is the world's first and only custom rap agency, matching event organizers with skilled rappers who create original content on-site. Whether we are freestyling or writing 'rap up' summaries about an event in real time, or creating a custom rap video for an online engagement campaign, we provide all-original hip-hop songs and moments created by experienced underground MCs to energize your events, your team, and your message.

Event Rap is the world's first and only custom rap agency, matching event organizers with skilled rappers who create original content on-site. Whether we are freestyling or writing 'rap up' summaries about an event in real time, or creating a custom ... Show more

Naga5000 presents an expansive fantasy world inspired by ancient dragon legends, mystical treasures, and magical kingdoms hidden beyond ordinary realms. The visual presentation emphasizes detailed environments filled with vibrant colors, decorative architecture, and enchanting scenery. Dragon-inspired symbols appear throughout the design, reinforcing the mythical atmosphere that defines the experience. Through a combination of immersive visual effects and carefully crafted artistic elements, Naga5000 creates a world that celebrates imagination, fantasy storytelling, and legendary adventures rooted in folklore and mythology.

Naga5000 presents an expansive fantasy world inspired by ancient dragon legends, mystical treasures, and magical kingdoms hidden beyond ordinary realms. The visual presentation emphasizes detailed environments filled with vibrant colors, decorative a... Show more

Sebastian Lang arbeitet als interdisziplinärer Researcher mit Künstler:innen, Wissenschaftler:innen und Philosoph:innen an den Beziehungen zwischen zeitgenössischen Gesellschaften, dem Individuum und digitalen Räumen. Er ist Absolvent des Studiengangs Cross-Disciplinary Strategies (BA) an der Universität für Angewandte Kunst Wien, und studiert aktuell Theorie und Geschichte der Wissenschaft und Technik (MA) an der TU Berlin. Sein besonderes Forschungsinteresse gilt der Frage, wie digitale Technologien unseren Alltag prägen und wie Individuen und Gemeinschaften mit den Anforderungen einer postdigitalen Welt umgehen.

Sebastian Lang arbeitet als interdisziplinärer Researcher mit Künstler:innen, Wissenschaftler:innen und Philosoph:innen an den Beziehungen zwischen zeitgenössischen Gesellschaften, dem Individuum und digitalen Räumen. Er ist Absolvent des Studiengang... Show more

Menoosha Susungi is a TEDx speaker, internationally experienced singer, and vocal coach specializing in the transformative power of the human voice. Having toured with André Rieu and earned UK Soul Chart recognition, she combines artistic mastery with neuroscience-informed coaching through her CVM VoiceCircle workshops. She is currently a presenter for the Sweet Soul Music Touring show across Europe.

Her work helps singers, leaders, and professionals unlock vocal freedom, emotional regulation, and authentic presence.

Menoosha’s topics include voice and nervous system regulation, performance psychology, intercultural communication, and the link between voice, identity, leadership abd women's empowerment. Through her unique blend of storytelling, and performance, she empowers audiences to reclaim their voice as a tool for confidence, connection, and transformation.

Menoosha Susungi is a TEDx speaker, internationally experienced singer, and vocal coach specializing in the transformative power of the human voice. Having toured with André Rieu and earned UK Soul Chart recognition, she combines artistic mastery wit... Show more

Ivana is a Zagreb-based, Prague-trained makeup artist and educator bringing imaginative, inclusive, and eco-friendly workshops to Isle of Wonders. With a background in education, film, and festivals, she guides participants of all ages and genders to explore makeup as a form of creative self-expression—using skin-safe, vegan or natural products and materials. Inspired by mythology, nature, and color, her workshops offer a playful, low-waste journey into fantasy, transformation, and connection. The looks designed by her bridge the reality and fantasy.

Ivana is a Zagreb-based, Prague-trained makeup artist and educator bringing imaginative, inclusive, and eco-friendly workshops to Isle of Wonders. With a background in education, film, and festivals, she guides participants of all ages and genders to... Show more

Jess Janz is an author, community facilitator, and the creator of Dinner With Strangers, which brings people from different walks of life to share their stories over a meal - all while omitting what anyone does for work. Her work examines identity, connection, and what binds us all together. Jess has hosted events for Wealthsimple, lululemon, Altea Active Club, OpenTable, The W Hotel, Staub, and Writers Collective of Canada, and runs monthly writing workshops and Poetry Club for her writing community of over 70k people. Her forthcoming book, 'The Table Where We Meet,' will be published by Source Books in July 2026. 

Jess Janz is an author, community facilitator, and the creator of Dinner With Strangers, which brings people from different walks of life to share their stories over a meal - all while omitting what anyone does for work. Her work examines identity, c... Show more

Maggie Ivanova is pursuing a Ph.D. in Theatre, Hawaiian and Indigenous Performance, at the University of Hawaiʻi at Mānoa (UHM). She holds a Ph.D. in Comparative and World Literature (Drama) from the University of Illinois at Urbana-Champaign and an M.F.A. in Directing - Asian Performance, from UHM. Maggie is a multi-lingual teaching artist: a dramaturg, theatre director, and researcher, working with the performance traditions of Ireland, Britain, Sweden, Norway, Japan, and Russia. Since 2020, Maggie has been affiliated with the East-West Center as Student Affiliate and Foundation Scholar. Currently, Maggie is serving as a co-dramaturg and stage manager for "Panji and the Last Princess," a Balinese wayang listrik show which opens in April 2026 at Kennedy Theatre, University of Hawaiʻi at Mānoa.

Maggie Ivanova is pursuing a Ph.D. in Theatre, Hawaiian and Indigenous Performance, at the University of Hawaiʻi at Mānoa (UHM). She holds a Ph.D. in Comparative and World Literature (Drama) from the University of Illinois at Urbana-Champaign and an ... Show more

Creative Technologist and Visual Artist with over 15 years of experience specializing in immersive audiovisual experiences
and interactive installations. Recognized for bridging the gap between art and advanced technology. Extensive
international experience leading projects and teaching in major hubs including Tokyo, Hong Kong, Berlin, and the
United States. Dedicated educator with a strong track record of conducting workshops on interactive technology for
universities and cultural institutions worldwide.

Creative Technologist and Visual Artist with over 15 years of experience specializing in immersive audiovisual experiences and interactive installations. Recognized for bridging the gap between art and advanced technology. Extensive international e... Show more

Jack Sheehan is a journalist, author, and storyteller who has spent decades documenting the people and moments that shaped Las Vegas and American culture. Rather than focusing on headlines alone, Jack is known for uncovering the stories behind the city, the personalities, power dynamics, and turning points that helped define an iconic place.

Over his career, Jack has written more than 30 books, authored over 2,000 magazine articles, and contributed countless newspaper columns exploring culture, community development, entertainment, and notable crime stories across the country. His reporting has included interviews with serial killers, conversations with men on death row, and work that has helped bring attention to unresolved and emerging murder cases.

His work draws on extensive interviews with casino owners, performers, producers, law enforcement officials, and influential figures who helped shape Las Vegas and, at times, the darker chapters of American history from the inside.

Jack is a sought-after speaker for conferences and corporate events, known for blending firsthand insight with compelling, accessible storytelling. He is also currently developing a multi part presentation series with The Mob Museum, drawing from his long history of documenting the city’s evolution.

Jack Sheehan is a journalist, author, and storyteller who has spent decades documenting the people and moments that shaped Las Vegas and American culture. Rather than focusing on headlines alone, Jack is known for uncovering the stories behind the ci... Show more

Bo Clifton is a Senior Cloud Solution Architect at Microsoft, specializing in helping organizations adopt cloud-native, scalable, and secure application architectures. With deep experience in Azure, distributed systems, and modern software delivery practices, Bo partners with enterprise customers to solve complex technical challenges and accelerate digital transformation. Prior to Microsoft, he has a history in music and manufacturing.

Bo Clifton is a Senior Cloud Solution Architect at Microsoft, specializing in helping organizations adopt cloud-native, scalable, and secure application architectures. With deep experience in Azure, distributed systems, and modern software delivery p... Show more

Dr. La-Toya Scott is a scholar and cultural critic whose work examines African American literature, digital culture, and the political stakes of storytelling. She serves as Assistant Professor of African American Literature and Culture and is the founder of In-House Scholar, a community and digital education initiative that bridges literary craft, cultural theory, and public discourse. Through workshops, talks, writing instruction, and humanities programming, she makes research-driven literary education accessible to broader audiences beyond the university. Her debut book, In Hush to Harbor: Black Sanctuary from Slavery to Trump’s America, will be released by Rutgers University Press in 2026. Dr. Scott’s work centers public humanities, narrative craft, and the creative futures of Black thought.

Dr. La-Toya Scott is a scholar and cultural critic whose work examines African American literature, digital culture, and the political stakes of storytelling. She serves as Assistant Professor of African American Literature and Culture and is the fou... Show more

Consuelo Lollobrigida, Ph.D., is Professor of Art History at the University of Arkansas Rome Program. Her research focuses on early modern women artists and Baroque visual culture.
She is the curator of the Annual International Women in the Arts Conference (AIWAC) and author of Plautilla Bricci. Pictura et Architectura celebris. L’architettrice del Barocco Romano and Following Women Artists. A Guide to Rome; her forthcoming monograph is The Forgotten Brush: Virginia da Vezzo (1600–1638), The Hidden Muse (Brepols, 2025).
She co-convenes AIWAC (Annual International Women in the Arts Conference) and is series co-editor, with Adelina Modesti, of “Women and Gender in the Arts: New Horizons” (Brepols/https://www.brepols.net/series/wia - https://www.brepols.net/products/IS-9782503606828-1

Consuelo Lollobrigida, Ph.D., is Professor of Art History at the University of Arkansas Rome Program. Her research focuses on early modern women artists and Baroque visual culture. She is the curator of the Annual International Women in the Arts Co... Show more

Ana Lydia Monaco is a U.S.-born, internationally raised bilingual storyteller, Producer, and Writer-Director championing culturally intelligent narratives across film, television, and branded content. Her work bridges global perspective, creative strategy, and authentic human experience to tell stories that resonate across cultures and industries.
With a career spanning studio, indie, and branded spaces, Ana Lydia brings a rare ability to translate lived experience into compelling, market-aware storytelling. Her creative voice is shaped not only by her international upbringing, but also by navigating chronic illness and cancer — experiences that have strengthened her leadership, empathy, and commitment to meaningful representation.
Ana Lydia speaks on storytelling, creative leadership, cross-cultural narrative development, resilience, and building inclusive creative ecosystems. She is passionate about mentorship, access, and empowering the next generation of culturally fluent storytellers.

Ana Lydia Monaco is a U.S.-born, internationally raised bilingual storyteller, Producer, and Writer-Director championing culturally intelligent narratives across film, television, and branded content. Her work bridges global perspective, creative str... Show more

Priscilla Pfeiffer, a seasoned professional with a two-decade career in entertainment and business, is celebrated for crafting mesmerizing talks with empowering messages that inspire audiences to make an impact in the world.

Renowned for creating "wow factor" moments, her esteemed clientele includes brands like BMW, LinkedIn, iHeart Radio, Michael Jordan’s Air Jordans, Pfizer, Bacardi, Cosmo Latina Magazine, and Zappos, while her impressive credits include sharing the stage with icons Joan Jett, Will-i-am, Pitbull, Enrique Iglesias, and Marc Anthony, as well as performances on America’s Got Talent, The Latin Grammy Awards, The NHL Awards, Comic Relief, and Celebrity Cruises. Priscilla has also graced the prestigious TEDx stage, where she delivered a compelling talk that resonated with audiences, showcasing her ability to captivate and inspire on a global platform.

In addition, Priscilla hosts the podcast "Spark Your Inner Fire," delving into the creative mind, torching the inner critic, and reigniting purpose by sharing stories and wisdom from world-renowned creatives in illuminating interviews.

In essence, Priscilla Pfeiffer is not only a veteran but a trailblazer whose performances consistently inspire, motivate, and create lasting impressions.

Priscilla Pfeiffer, a seasoned professional with a two-decade career in entertainment and business, is celebrated for crafting mesmerizing talks with empowering messages that inspire audiences to make an impact in the world. Renowned for creating ... Show more

I’m an intermediate musician actively working through the challenges many players face after the beginner stage. Rather than presenting theory from the outside, I talk about experiences grounded in real experiments, failures, and lessons learned while actively making and recording music.

I’m an intermediate musician actively working through the challenges many players face after the beginner stage. Rather than presenting theory from the outside, I talk about experiences grounded in real experiments, failures, and lessons learned whil... Show more

Gus Vieweg is a writer, educator, and emcee with over a decade of facilitation experience. He facilitates workshops for entrepreneurs, business leaders, and students who want to improve their communication, adaptability, and listening skills in a fun and engaging way.

Gus's refreshing approach leverages techniques of professional performers to bring about personal and professional change. Through these techniques, performing becomes not only a tool for comedy or drama, but a tool for communication transformation and connection.

Gus Vieweg is a writer, educator, and emcee with over a decade of facilitation experience. He facilitates workshops for entrepreneurs, business leaders, and students who want to improve their communication, adaptability, and listening skills in a fun... Show more

Ich bin ausgebildeter Mediengestalter in der Fachrichtung Konzeption und Visualisierung und habe gerade das Kommunikationsdesign Studium abgeschlossen. Da mein Fokus seit Studienbeginn auf Interaction- und Informationsdesign lag, habe ich Fähigkeiten des "klassischen" Grafikdesigns erweitert durch umwelt- und gesellschaftskritische Themen, generative Gestaltung, virtuelle Realität, Klang- und Bewegungsinteraktion und mutlisensorische Inszenierungen im Raum.

Ich bin ausgebildeter Mediengestalter in der Fachrichtung Konzeption und Visualisierung und habe gerade das Kommunikationsdesign Studium abgeschlossen. Da mein Fokus seit Studienbeginn auf Interaction- und Informationsdesign lag, habe ich Fähigkeiten... Show more

Otoniel Emanuel é Design Engineer e Software Developer no Banco BIR

É membro da Angola Open Source Community, onde contribui com projetos e escreve sobre tecnologia. Antes do BIR, colaborou com a INOKRI no desenvolvimento de produtos digitais como o SÓCIA, trabalhou para o estrangeiro (brasil) e startups nacionais.

Tem experiência como formador no INEFOR e no Digital.ao, consolidando a sua vocação para educação tecnológica e partilha de conhecimento.

Além da engenharia, explora fotografia, escrita e projetos experimentais que combinam design, código e criatividade.

Otoniel Emanuel é Design Engineer e Software Developer no Banco BIR É membro da Angola Open Source Community, onde contribui com projetos e escreve sobre tecnologia. Antes do BIR, colaborou com a INOKRI no desenvolvimento de produtos digitais como... Show more

Katherine Martinez (Katosonika) is an ATL-based Afro-Latin Cultural Wellness Architect, multimedia DJ, and creative strategist. Through her studios Kreative Mutants and Sona Flora, she’s spent nearly a decade designing immersive experiences that blend storytelling, ritual, and community-powered creativity. Since 2023, she’s been integrating AI to explore how soulful tech can amplify underrepresented voices and shape inclusive creative futures.

Katherine Martinez (Katosonika) is an ATL-based Afro-Latin Cultural Wellness Architect, multimedia DJ, and creative strategist. Through her studios Kreative Mutants and Sona Flora, she’s spent nearly a decade designing immersive experiences that blen... Show more

Triple Major Psychology, Anthropology and Māori Visual Art
MA in Kaupapa Māori Art Therapy
PhD Candidate Māori Womens History

Passionate about community and healing.
I share my tools for cohesive environments and well being techniques.

Keynote Speaker at Musical Theatre NZ Conference 2025: Performance Art and Mental Health

I can also run workshops, wānanga pertaining to any of my special areas.
I have been a mentor, tutor, teacher in the arts and social sciences for over 15 years.

Triple Major Psychology, Anthropology and Māori Visual Art MA in Kaupapa Māori Art Therapy PhD Candidate Māori Womens History Passionate about community and healing. I share my tools for cohesive environments and well being techniques. Keyno... Show more

Miebaka Joshua is a seasoned brand and graphic designer with over seven years of experience creating visual identities and enhancing brand experiences. He is driven by a strong belief in the power of thoughtful design, where strategic function meets aesthetics to elevate customer engagement.
Highly inquisitive, Miebaka approaches every project critically, asking the right questions to uncover deeper insights, offer innovative solutions, and anticipate challenges before they arise.
Outside the design world, he has a passion for animals (with a particular interest in snakes) and a lifelong love for comic books.

Miebaka Joshua is a seasoned brand and graphic designer with over seven years of experience creating visual identities and enhancing brand experiences. He is driven by a strong belief in the power of thoughtful design, where strategic function meets ... Show more