Marine Corps Veteran, Storyteller, and Hackivist disrupting power-based violence through online access to education and community care with over eighteen years experience in the technical and operational program management of space and military intelligence federal contracts in the United States.

I made a promise to support and defend the United States Constitution against all enemies, foreign and domestic. I take that VERY seriously, and will fight for your right to hate me. I will not, however, tolerate acts of violence directed at individuals for simply taking up space, acts of coercion through threats of violence, or any attempt at using violence as a way to maintain power. I will speak out and take the defense for any victim of violence (in all of its forms) and all individuals impacted by the use of power-based violence.

I believe in the power of storytelling energy as a renewable resource capable of magic, the kindness of strangers, and ability to overcome hardship through communal care. I use the arts of satire, drag, and boudoir performance to make light of extremely controversial and traumatic but historical events that surround United States Post World War II Military History.

Marine Corps Veteran, Storyteller, and Hackivist disrupting power-based violence through online access to education and community care with over eighteen years experience in the technical and operational program management of space and military intel... Show more

アマゾンウェブサービスジャパン合同会社シニアデベロッパーアドボケイト。AWS製品の普及と技術支援を担当し、特にオブザーバビリティ、SRE、DevOpsといった領域を専門とする。

アマゾンウェブサービスジャパン合同会社シニアデベロッパーアドボケイト。AWS製品の普及と技術支援を担当し、特にオブザーバビリティ、SRE、DevOpsといった領域を専門とする。 Show more

Beto has been writing open-source software for more than 2 decades, with open-source serving as the unifying theme across their diverse career. This includes their work as a climate scientist with a PhD in oceanography running global simulations for the IPCC, as an instructor and speaker at Facebook/Meta passionate about data tools and best practices, as a software engineer working daily on Apache Superset, and as a musician using open hardware and open-source plugins to compose and produce their songs.

The tools and libraries that Beto has created or worked on are used daily by thousands of companies and countless users, focusing on making data access seamless and switching the spotlight to the user experience instead. Their first big project was Pydap, a server for climate data developed during the Google Summer of Code in 2005. Pydap was used by the IPCC to distribute their simulations when they won their 2007 Nobel Prize, and also by the Danish Navy when removing chemical weapons from Syria.

Since 2017, Beto has been working daily on Apache Superset, a modern and modular business intelligence web application that is the number 1 Apache project in terms of GitHub stars. This work has led to the creation of an ecosystem of products: DataJunction, a semantic layer that has been adopted by data teams at Netflix; Shillelagh, a Python library that makes any kind of data easily queryable via SQL; and Cantrip, a magical semantic layer that lives in the database itself, requiring no additional resources. All of these projects focus on empowering users to answer their questions in an effortless way.

Additionally, Beto is also a prolific musician, having written over 500 songs in the past decade. They are an avid participant in the February Writing Album Month challenge, which has the goal of composing 14 new songs in 28 days, and is also part of both the small development team and moderation team. Their songs are written using an open-source digital audio workstation (DAW) with open-source plugins, and all the hardware they use is also based on open-source code.

Beto has been writing open-source software for more than 2 decades, with open-source serving as the unifying theme across their diverse career. This includes their work as a climate scientist with a PhD in oceanography running global simulations for ... Show more

Jessica Garson is a Python programmer, educator, and artist. She currently works at Elastic as a Senior Developer Advocate. Previously, Jessica was at Twitter for four years, working in Developer Relations. She has spoken at conferences all over the globe, ranging from PyCon to Write the Docs.

In her spare time, she uses code and modular synthesizers to make music and audio-reactive video art.

Jessica Garson is a Python programmer, educator, and artist. She currently works at Elastic as a Senior Developer Advocate. Previously, Jessica was at Twitter for four years, working in Developer Relations. She has spoken at conferences all over the ... Show more

Jonathan Venguer is a film producer and entrepreneur focused on improving the filmmaking process through technology and community participation. He began his career working with Oscar-winning producers on major studio films such as Invictus and Safe before branching out into independent filmmaking. As both a producer and executive producer, he has worked on films like Medeas and Souvenir, gaining hands-on experience in development, production, and distribution.

Jonathan is the founder of SUM PICTURES, a membership-based film production platform that integrates blockchain to streamline production, enhance audience engagement, and maximize impact. Designed to provide filmmakers and production companies with tools for collaboration, funding, and data-driven decision-making, SUM PICTURES is pioneering a more transparent and participatory approach to filmmaking.

With a background in film production and a focus on innovation, Jonathan is exploring how blockchain technology can improve governance, funding, and distribution in the industry. He has received legal support from the Stand with Crypto Creators Defense Fund to ensure SUM PICTURES operates within regulatory best practices.

His insights on decentralized production, blockchain’s role in media, and audience-driven storytelling contribute to discussions on the future of entertainment and technology.

Jonathan Venguer is a film producer and entrepreneur focused on improving the filmmaking process through technology and community participation. He began his career working with Oscar-winning producers on major studio films such as Invictus and Safe ... Show more

I'm a Lead UX/Product Designer with more than 18 years of experience. Currently in London and working at the Financial Times, I've built my design career working in the tech hubs of New York, San Francisco, and Los Angeles.

UX and digital design being my passion, I frequently write articles about design, speak at design events, and mentor up-and-coming product designers (with almost ten thousand followers between Medium, LinkedIn, and Twitter).

I'm a Lead UX/Product Designer with more than 18 years of experience. Currently in London and working at the Financial Times, I've built my design career working in the tech hubs of New York, San Francisco, and Los Angeles. UX and digital design b... Show more

Sarah Kundla is a professional facilitator and independent soft-skills trainer with eight years of experience designing and delivering workshops that help professionals grow. Her speciality includes teaching others how to communicate with clarity, improve emotional intelligence, and navigate interpersonal conflict. Drawing on her background in leadership development and instructional design, Sarah brings a down-to-earth, engaging style that makes soft skills both approachable and actionable. Having led workshops for 1,500+ professionals across the U.S., Sarah blends together storytelling, psychological frameworks, and instructional design principles to build more emotionally intelligent, self-aware, and communicative leaders. Her background spans corporate leadership programs, international classrooms (having taught in Mexico and Japan), and conference stages. Today, she focuses on helping modern professionals enhance their emotional intelligence and communication skills by leveraging innovative tools and strategies to thrive in the workplace.

Sarah Kundla is a professional facilitator and independent soft-skills trainer with eight years of experience designing and delivering workshops that help professionals grow. Her speciality includes teaching others how to communicate with clarity, im... Show more

Oussama Zaki — or "Oussa" for short — is a Moroccan-born millennial who has traveled the world, merging his passions for culture, art, and technology. Now based in Stockholm, he brings a global perspective to the tech industry, with a career shaped by a diverse set of experiences and learnings at major companies like Google, Klarna, Svea Solar, and Spotify.

With a background in Computer Science, Oussa’s journey began with Combinatorial Optimization Algorithms and Heuristics. But his journey soon shifted to the cutting-edge field of human-computer interaction, where he found a new passion: blending the art of Design & UX with engineering excellence.

Today, Oussa leads the Iteration Platform team at Miro, driving the future of the visual workspace. His mission? To foster a culture of continuous experimentation and iteration, enabling teams to unlock their full creative potential.

Oussama Zaki — or "Oussa" for short — is a Moroccan-born millennial who has traveled the world, merging his passions for culture, art, and technology. Now based in Stockholm, he brings a global perspective to the tech industry, with a career shaped b... Show more

I'm Ahmed Fakhfakh, a software engineering graduate with a strong passion for game development, artificial intelligence, and immersive technologies. As the founder of VOG (Voice of Gamers), I lead educational and competitive initiatives such as workshops, game jams, and hackathons to support and inspire Tunisian developers.

I've worked on a variety of projects ranging from AR/VR applications and multiplayer escape rooms to AI-powered games, always aiming to blend technical depth with creative design. I’m passionate about making game development easier, more engaging, and more accessible, and I enjoy mentoring students and fellow developers on how to bring their interactive ideas to life using cutting-edge tools and technologies.

I'm Ahmed Fakhfakh, a software engineering graduate with a strong passion for game development, artificial intelligence, and immersive technologies. As the founder of VOG (Voice of Gamers), I lead educational and competitive initiatives such as works... Show more

After a 30-year career photographing the biggest music stars on the planet, Rob Shanahan is now empowering audiences with actionable principles to pursue their passions and achieve success – personally and professionally – with the daily axioms he’s learned from the world's leading legends.

After a 30-year career photographing the biggest music stars on the planet, Rob Shanahan is now empowering audiences with actionable principles to pursue their passions and achieve success – personally and professionally – with the daily axioms he’s ... Show more

Matthew started working on the Web in '95 at an experimental dance company in Ottawa Canada. This became an obsession with bleeding edge technologies. His decades of experience in the technology sphere as a project manager and Web application architect segued into joining the Drupal community in 2007. He has spoken at numerous tech conferences. Saunders was on the Drupalcon Denver organizing committee, is Director of Drupalcamp Colorado, and helped found the Drupal Event Organizing Working Group. Matthew recently left Pfizer as Delivery Lead for the Health Care Provider Portal and is looking for his next challenge. He runs a consultancy at https://www.jamesmatthewsaunders.ai. He is an activist in neurodiversity. Matthew recently joined amazee.io as their AI Ambassador.

Matthew started working on the Web in '95 at an experimental dance company in Ottawa Canada. This became an obsession with bleeding edge technologies. His decades of experience in the technology sphere as a project manager and Web application archite... Show more

is a dx engineer at Runpod building agents, a co-organizer of JSConf Budapest / CodePenDay Germany, a mentor, an international speaker, a generative artist, a vj for dnb parties & a series-founder

the most important part of his life are his two daughters (7, 8) <3

is a dx engineer at Runpod building agents, a co-organizer of JSConf Budapest / CodePenDay Germany, a mentor, an international speaker, a generative artist, a vj for dnb parties & a series-founder the most important part of his life are his two d... Show more

Sahithya Balasubramaniam is a multifaceted professional—a Software Developer at GUVI, a bestselling author of five books, an accomplished writer and poetess, a dynamic public speaker and emcee, and a digital content creator. In her leisure time, she explores creative and technical pursuits that blend innovation, storytelling, and community impact.

Sahithya Balasubramaniam is a multifaceted professional—a Software Developer at GUVI, a bestselling author of five books, an accomplished writer and poetess, a dynamic public speaker and emcee, and a digital content creator. In her leisure time, she ... Show more

Roger, an accomplished expert in AI, boasts an extensive background and a wealth of insights in the field. As the Head of Conversational AI developer relations at Samsung, he is at the forefront of the company's generative AI products and is recognized as an industry thought leader.

Beyond Samsung, Roger advises AI startups and has founded two ventures: a platform helping artists monetize their work through technology, and a voice technology company advancing conversational AI capabilities. His earlier experience includes years as a technology strategist and enterprise architect at Gap Inc. and in various consulting roles.

Drawing on his experience as an AI leader, startup founder, technology strategist, and enterprise architect, Roger offers a distinctive perspective on leveraging technology to revolutionize business and enhance user experiences.

Roger, an accomplished expert in AI, boasts an extensive background and a wealth of insights in the field. As the Head of Conversational AI developer relations at Samsung, he is at the forefront of the company's generative AI products and is recogniz... Show more

Christina Aldan is a brand strategy consultant, keynote speaker, trainer, and mentor. She offers businesses brand consulting and creative content for everyday media. With over 18 years of experience in the digital realm, Christina is highly regarded for her approach to business, partnering with clients to find unique strategies that ensure their goals are met. Christina builds connections through her keynote addresses, training workshops, and technological education. She uses these tools to help individuals and businesses cultivate value in everyday media. Christina has delivered talks on all 7 continents, presenting training workshops for the Microsoft MVP community, Las Vegas Raiders, Yale School of Public Health, international corporations, and conferences worldwide. Christina uses her charisma and expertise to inspire others by mentoring women in business like herself. She also has sat on state and local boards supporting women in tech, entrepreneurship, mental health, and children with learning disabilities.

She is the recipient of the Las Vegas Women in Tech Community Service Award, the Distinguished Woman of the Year Award in STEM. Learn more at: Luckygirliegirl.com.

Christina Aldan is a brand strategy consultant, keynote speaker, trainer, and mentor. She offers businesses brand consulting and creative content for everyday media. With over 18 years of experience in the digital realm, Christina is highly regarded ... Show more

Tori Brenneison is a senior software developer and former art historian whose mission in life is to serve as a warning to others. With her background in enterprise software development and technical education, Tori has built a reputation for modernizing solutions, developing impactful web applications, and mentoring the next generation of developers. Beyond her technical skills, she is deeply committed to fostering diversity, inclusion, and servant leadership in the tech community.

Tori’s wide-ranging experience and dynamic teaching style make her a compelling conference speaker and workshop facilitator. When she's not at her keyboard, you might find her hiking, petting strange cats she found on the street, or admiring her collection of midcentury bakeware. Best to approach her in the wild with a sacrificial cup of coffee, and be forewarned: she's a hugger.

Tori Brenneison is a senior software developer and former art historian whose mission in life is to serve as a warning to others. With her background in enterprise software development and technical education, Tori has built a reputation for moderniz... Show more

Bill straddles both creative and technical disciplines, with a background both in graphic design and marketing technology, Bill creates digital marketing solutions for clients like Amazon Web Services, Sandals Resorts, Qlik Technologies, and Walgreens.

Earlier in his career Bill focused on the brand and creative side of marketing, as Art Director for The New York Times, Leo Burnett and J. Walter Thompson. Bill is a Marketo Certified Solutions Architect and has been a Marketo Certified Expert since 2014.

An avid life-long learner, Bill reads dozens of books monthly and will enthusiastically discuss anything from dirigibles to songlines.

Bill straddles both creative and technical disciplines, with a background both in graphic design and marketing technology, Bill creates digital marketing solutions for clients like Amazon Web Services, Sandals Resorts, Qlik Technologies, and Walgreen... Show more

I help organizations and communities design and implement inclusive environments where everyone, regardless of background or ability, has the opportunity to thrive. My work is rooted in the belief that inclusion is a catalyst for innovation and that empowering people to contribute their unique talents can lead to meaningful, systemic change.

Through my role as an advocate for disability inclusion, I support organizations in building strategies that prioritize accessibility and equity, ensuring that no one is left behind. I bring a data driven and empathetic approach to problem solving, enabling me to design solutions that address systemic barriers and create long term impact.

Additionally, I am committed to continuous learning and personal growth, both for myself and those I work with. My mission is to drive progress by helping individuals and organizations cultivate inclusive practices that unlock potential and create lasting value in the tech industry and beyond.

I help organizations and communities design and implement inclusive environments where everyone, regardless of background or ability, has the opportunity to thrive. My work is rooted in the belief that inclusion is a catalyst for innovation and that ... Show more

Zach built Android apps, platforms, and knowledge at Square for over six years before joining Google to work on Compose. Come say hi on Kotlin slack!

Zach built Android apps, platforms, and knowledge at Square for over six years before joining Google to work on Compose. Come say hi on Kotlin slack! Show more

Gregor Doroschenko is a tech entrepreneur and founder of Hold My Code GmbH – a company providing tailored web and SaaS solutions, technology consulting, and modern AI-powered applications. The team works with a wide range of technologies including TypeScript, Angular, React, Vue, Svelte, NestJS, Node.js, and Go.

He is also the CEO and co-founder of two Berlin-based companies: Reel2Reel Studio, a creative rental space for photo, video, and podcast productions, and Reel2Reel Production, a media production company creating bold visual campaigns and content with character. Both companies are run in partnership with his two co-founders.

In talks and workshops, Gregor shares practical experience – clear, grounded, and collaborative.

Gregor Doroschenko is a tech entrepreneur and founder of Hold My Code GmbH – a company providing tailored web and SaaS solutions, technology consulting, and modern AI-powered applications. The team works with a wide range of technologies including Ty... Show more

For the last 10 years, Carolina has worked as a clinical psychologist decoding the human mind; now, she’s using that expertise to revolutionize public speaking training.

Mixing her talent development knowledge, mindfulness, and her background in theatre, she creates transformational experiences that take individuals from shy and uncertain to confident and impactful speakers.

Her unique 4-personality framework has helped hundreds of professionals find their speaking zone of genius—whether they’re natural storytellers or data-driven thinkers. She has worked with global companies like Upwork and P&G, and specializes in training teams to communicate with clarity, confidence, and influence.

For the last 10 years, Carolina has worked as a clinical psychologist decoding the human mind; now, she’s using that expertise to revolutionize public speaking training. Mixing her talent development knowledge, mindfulness, and her background in ... Show more

As a self-taught product designer, over the past 4 years of my design career, it's been a fun and rewarding experience helping start-up and cross-functional teams globally design and build products across the Fintech, Social commerce, Entertainment and Transportation industries with an impact on over 100's of users.

Currently, I am part of the product team at Rafiki.works fostering growth opportunities for freelancers in Africa. In addition, as a Mentor at Na'amal, a UK-based non-profit organisation for social good, I provide mentorship training for refugees and individuals in underrepresented communities with skills training and mentorship needed to strive in the digitised global labour market in collaboration with the World Bank.

As a self-taught product designer, over the past 4 years of my design career, it's been a fun and rewarding experience helping start-up and cross-functional teams globally design and build products across the Fintech, Social commerce, Entertainment a... Show more

Ing. en sistemas, Co-fundador de CSN y Proticket, Miembro del Java User Group y AWS User Group Guatemala, especializado en crear soluciones seguras y escalables sobre la nube de AWS. He liderado proyectos en sectores de salud, educación, BPO's, conciertos y plataformas digitales, combinando inteligencia artificial, servicios serverless y visión de negocio. Actualmente impulso iniciativas tecnológicas que optimizan procesos y mejoran la experiencia.

Ing. en sistemas, Co-fundador de CSN y Proticket, Miembro del Java User Group y AWS User Group Guatemala, especializado en crear soluciones seguras y escalables sobre la nube de AWS. He liderado proyectos en sectores de salud, educación, BPO's, conc... Show more

Designer with experience in both corporate and educational environments, specialized in UX/UI and web development. Passionate about collaboration, she actively participates in tech and STEAM communities, where she helps create spaces that bring together art, education, and technology. Her work is guided by a strong commitment to inclusion and collective learning.

Designer with experience in both corporate and educational environments, specialized in UX/UI and web development. Passionate about collaboration, she actively participates in tech and STEAM communities, where she helps create spaces that bring toget... Show more

Michelle is a Design Advocate at zeroheight and has worn several hats throughout her UX career. Her diverse experiences have equipped her with a toolkit to adapt her design work to various contexts and challenges. She co-hosts a few podcasts including UX IRL, Design Systems WTF, and Design Systems: Beyond the Button. Additionally, she offers career coaching, helping underrepresented and marginalized community members navigate their careers in tech. Michelle lives in Oakland, California, where she advocates for tree equity in the city.

Michelle is a Design Advocate at zeroheight and has worn several hats throughout her UX career. Her diverse experiences have equipped her with a toolkit to adapt her design work to various contexts and challenges. She co-hosts a few podcasts includin... Show more

Biography for Sessionize Profile

🚀 Innovator | Entrepreneur | Product Leader | AI Enthusiast

With a proven track record of transforming bold ideas into successful products, I am a passionate entrepreneur and product manager with a unique blend of expertise in design, technology, and business management. Currently spearheading AI product development at ImmverseAI, I bring a wealth of experience in entrepreneurship, startup innovations, and building cutting-edge solutions.

🏆 Awards & Achievements:
I’ve earned 350+ awards and recognitions, including global accolades like the Ericsson Innovation Award and the Microsoft Imagine Cup, and represented India at prestigious global platforms such as the Dubai Expo 2020. My entrepreneurial journey has seen me win national and international competitions, including the KPMG Ideation Challenge and the TiE University Global Pitch Competition.

📚 Academic Excellence:
An Academic Gold Medalist, I’ve published three tech research papers and hold titles like the "Achievers Award" and "Scholarship Holder for PG Diploma".

🌐 Global Exposure & Impact:
From the Smart India Hackathon to ideation challenges by Microsoft, KPMG, and Ericsson, I’ve consistently showcased my ability to innovate, execute, and deliver impactful solutions.

🎓 Learning & Growth:
I’ve actively engaged in enriching learning cohorts, including the "DAAD Innovation Week", "IECT Summer School", and "iB Hubs Startup School", which have shaped my approach to innovation and entrepreneurship.

💡 Core Interests & Expertise:
My heart lies at the intersection of entrepreneurship, startup innovations, design thinking, business strategy, and artificial intelligence. I’m dedicated to empowering the next generation of innovators through engaging sessions, hands-on insights, and actionable strategies.

🔗 Why Choose Me as a Speaker?
I bring energy, insights, and real-world stories from my journey of winning global competitions, launching tech startups, and leading AI-driven innovations. Whether it’s about navigating the startup ecosystem, designing impactful products, or unlocking the potential of AI, my sessions are tailored to inspire, inform, and ignite creativity in audiences.

Let’s innovate, inspire, and impact—together!

Biography for Sessionize Profile 🚀 Innovator | Entrepreneur | Product Leader | AI Enthusiast With a proven track record of transforming bold ideas into successful products, I am a passionate entrepreneur and product manager with a unique ble... Show more

Neeraj is the co-founder of Vivid Climate, a climate management and accounting platform. Neeraj is a polyglot. Over the years, he has worked on a variety of full-stack software and data-science applications, as well as computational arts, and likes the challenge of creating new tools and applications, and is an active speaker with talks and tutorials presented at multiple conferences.

Neeraj is the co-founder of Vivid Climate, a climate management and accounting platform. Neeraj is a polyglot. Over the years, he has worked on a variety of full-stack software and data-science applications, as well as computational arts, and likes t... Show more

Erin Sykes’ perseverance and ability to anticipate trends are what have driven her success. Erin strives to help clients reach their unique goals with discreet, individualized attention and action-orientation.

Specializing in helping clients year-round in Palm Beach, The Hamptons, New York City, and the New Jersey coast, Erin utilizes her combined background in finance and construction to take an analytical and qualitative approach to amplifying clients’ return on investment.

With a background in commercial and luxury residential construction at her family’s 120+ year-old firm and certification as a LEED AP – New Construction, Erin understands how to optimize new development and intricate renovation using sustainable and architecturally-appropriate materials and methodology.

As a business news contributor, Erin is responsible for developing and translating real estate trend data into consumer and industry insights. She reports on monthly housing starts, new developments, rate changes and general industry trends for all major news outlets.

Erin is often interviewed by Fox Business News, CNBC, TODAY, CNN, NBC Nightly News, The Real Deal, Bloomberg, Mansion Global, Forbes, TechCrunch, and Inc. She holds an MBA from Pepperdine University and a Bachelor's in Finance and International Business from Villanova University.

Erin resides between Palm Beach, NYC & Longport, NJ and is deeply involved with the Historical Society of Palm Beach County, Opportunity, Inc., and the Southampton Hospital Foundation.

Follow Erin on Instagram and Twitter @SykesStyle

Erin Sykes’ perseverance and ability to anticipate trends are what have driven her success. Erin strives to help clients reach their unique goals with discreet, individualized attention and action-orientation. Specializing in helping clients year... Show more

Taylor Smith, Senior AI Developer Advocate at Red Hat, is an advocate of open source AI innovation and democratization. She has a background in software development, open source technologies like Kubernetes and linux, and technical partnerships. Taylor loves music, animals, and helping to solve real-world problems with technology. Based out of North Carolina.

Taylor Smith, Senior AI Developer Advocate at Red Hat, is an advocate of open source AI innovation and democratization. She has a background in software development, open source technologies like Kubernetes and linux, and technical partnerships. Tayl... Show more

Magnus Stahre is a software craftsman doing application development for three decades.

He is currently a Staff Software Engineer at Torc Robotics where he works on the simulation team.

Magnus Stahre is a software craftsman doing application development for three decades. He is currently a Staff Software Engineer at Torc Robotics where he works on the simulation team. Show more