Arts

Talented creative individuals working in the field of visual, auditory and performance arts

Isaac (@Treeko.mp3) Atif

Isaac (@Treeko.mp3) Atif

Isaac is a DJ, music producer & Columbia professor born & raised in The Bronx, NYC teaching 7,000+ students in-person & across his fast-growing community on YouTube, TikTok, Instagram & LinkedIn

Isaac is a DJ, music producer & Columbia professor born & raised in The Bronx, NYC teaching 7,000+ students in-person & across his fast-growing community on YouTube, TikTok, Instagram & LinkedIn Show more

Desiree Acosta

Desiree Acosta

I'm Miwok, with ancestral homelands surrounding Sacramento, California. Our stories and sovereignty are not relics of the past — they are the foundation for powerful futures. I believe technology should serve Native communities, not define us. My work focuses on using tech thoughtfully to amplify Indigenous knowledge, voices, and resilience.

Currently, I serve as President of Natives in Tech, a national nonprofit where I lead efforts to connect Native communities to technology through mentorship, education, and culturally-rooted innovation. I also work as a Cultural Technologist for a Federally Recognized Tribe, designing and implementing STEAM education initiatives, digital storytelling projects, and grant-funded programs that expand youth access to Tribal knowledge systems.

🔹 Core Values: Indigenous self-determination, ethical storytelling, cultural preservation, and community-driven innovation.
🔹 Key Strengths: Program development, digital education strategy, grant writing, cross-sector partnerships, cultural technology leadership, instructional design, eLearning technical development, learning management system integration, professional voice over coordination, evaluation and assessment, multimedia and document design

I am passionate about growing projects where Indigenous sovereignty, education, and technology converge. I’m seeking opportunities to scale my impact — leading broader initiatives that strengthen community agency, uplift Native voices, and build future-ready infrastructure for the next generations.

In my day job I am a Cultural Technologist with 15+ years of experience bridging journalism, technology, and Indigenous community leadership. My work lives where cultural preservation meets innovation: building pathways for Indigenous self-determination through education, storytelling, and digital solutions.

I'm Miwok, with ancestral homelands surrounding Sacramento, California. Our stories and sovereignty are not relics of the past — they are the foundation for powerful futures. I believe technology should serve Native communities, not define us. My wor... Show more

Yaamin Mohamed

Yaamin Mohamed

Hailing from the Maldives, Yaamin has been working in multiple fields for the past 10 years, ranging from UIUX Design, motion design & strategic marketing. He is currently working with LottieFiles, a global platform to discover and create animations, collaborate, testing among designers, stakeholders, and developers, as there Global Partnerships lead, working on there education and awareness initiatives across the globe.

In his free time, he works on his own startup called Sparkhub (https://www.sparkhub.mv), a company working on empowering the Maldives startup culture.

Hailing from the Maldives, Yaamin has been working in multiple fields for the past 10 years, ranging from UIUX Design, motion design & strategic marketing. He is currently working with LottieFiles, a global platform to discover and create animations,... Show more

Nadia Tokerud

Nadia Tokerud

Nadia is skilled at being angry, and even more skilled at seeing through the anger of others. She revels in frustration and loves figuring out what angry users really need. She spends most of her days doing just that as a UX Lead at Buypass

Nadia is skilled at being angry, and even more skilled at seeing through the anger of others. She revels in frustration and loves figuring out what angry users really need. She spends most of her days doing just that as a UX Lead at Buypass Show more

Tom Kozačinski

Tom Kozačinski

Tom is an experienced digital product designer, speaker, mentor and stand up comedian, with over 14 years of experience across digital and organisational landscape. Currently working as a consultant with world leading brands in Out of home industry. He is a creative entrepreneur, freelance community leader, well organised problem solver and a storyteller.

Tom is an experienced digital product designer, speaker, mentor and stand up comedian, with over 14 years of experience across digital and organisational landscape. Currently working as a consultant with world leading brands in Out of home industry. ... Show more

Ben McCardell

Ben McCardell

With 20 years in live events and higher ed, Ben focuses on student leadership, sustainable systems, and transforming scattered knowledge into operational clarity.

With 20 years in live events and higher ed, Ben focuses on student leadership, sustainable systems, and transforming scattered knowledge into operational clarity. Show more

Ganna (Anna) Domnina

Ganna (Anna) Domnina

Consultante senior en agilité, formatrice et coach professionnelle, je transmets les pratiques agiles, la facilitation graphique et la créativité.
Praticienne d’arts variés — théâtre, dessin, écriture — je suis une conférencière passionnée par la transmission et le partage.
Facilitatrice épanouie, j’aime accompagner les collectifs avec une approche ludique et bienveillante.
Formée à la Communication Non Violente (CNV) et à la parentalité alternative selon Faber & Mazlish.

Consultante senior en agilité, formatrice et coach professionnelle, je transmets les pratiques agiles, la facilitation graphique et la créativité. Praticienne d’arts variés — théâtre, dessin, écriture — je suis une conférencière passionnée par la tr... Show more

Mandela Winnie

Mandela Winnie

Design and Code are my pillars

Design and Code are my pillars Show more

Jai V

Jai V

Jai is the owner and operator of the Hack3r Runway contest and shop. She is the designer behind many popular nerdy accessories, including the floppy disk earrings, and is a creator with shallow roots in the DMV area.

Jai is the owner and operator of the Hack3r Runway contest and shop. She is the designer behind many popular nerdy accessories, including the floppy disk earrings, and is a creator with shallow roots in the DMV area. Show more

Sam Bush

Sam Bush

B2B marketing leader who specializes in partner marketing, and demand generation. My passion lies in crafting out-of-the-box campaigns that tell compelling stories, create meaningful experiences, and accelerate pipeline growth.

As the host of AMBUSH On Air and Founder of B2B Buyer Rebellion, I bring my energy and expertise to every project!

When I'm not working, I'm reading a fantasy book, hanging out with my dog Ziggy, making a cocktail, or spending time with friends. I live to travel and you can find me all over the world for work and life.

B2B marketing leader who specializes in partner marketing, and demand generation. My passion lies in crafting out-of-the-box campaigns that tell compelling stories, create meaningful experiences, and accelerate pipeline growth. As the host of AMBU... Show more

Pablo Rodríguez-Tembleco

Pablo Rodríguez-Tembleco

Apasionado por la narrativa, el sonido y los videojuegos, ha tratado de reunir varias facetas artísticas para hacer de ellas su profesión, de forma que ha participado como integrante en diferentes bandas de música como la agrupación de música folk "Aljibe", investigador a través del título de musicólogo, y desarrollador de videojuegos durante más de 7 años en empresas indie, doble A, triple A e incluso iGaming en puestos como director de audio, lead game designer y narrative designer entre otros.

Apasionado por la narrativa, el sonido y los videojuegos, ha tratado de reunir varias facetas artísticas para hacer de ellas su profesión, de forma que ha participado como integrante en diferentes bandas de música como la agrupación de música folk "A... Show more

Andrés Snitcofsky

Andrés Snitcofsky

Diseñador gráfico en situación de visualización de datos. Activista del acceso a la información y la transparencia, docente y trollsko en redes. Entusiasta de mejorar la Experiencia de Usuario de la vida urbana.

Diseñador gráfico en situación de visualización de datos. Activista del acceso a la información y la transparencia, docente y trollsko en redes. Entusiasta de mejorar la Experiencia de Usuario de la vida urbana. Show more

Lukas Hüttis

Lukas Hüttis

Lukas Hüttis has successfully managed IT projects for music distributors & led development teams for over 10 years. Since 2018, the musician also runs his own recording studio Strong-Minded Productions. Now he shares his knowledge and experience in the field of NFTs & Web3 as a coach for individuals, musicians and companies and assists them in their entry into Web3. In 2022, he and his co-host Chris Wieduwilt launched the first German podcast focusing on music NFTs and music in web3 called "Digital Punks".

Lukas Hüttis has successfully managed IT projects for music distributors & led development teams for over 10 years. Since 2018, the musician also runs his own recording studio Strong-Minded Productions. Now he shares his knowledge and experience in t... Show more

Opher Vishnia

Opher Vishnia

Opher is a multidisciplinary creator, with expertise spanning web development, design, music, and game development.

He currently leads development as principal engineer at Hud.io, imbuing magic into the field of development tools and observability. Previously, as director of technical innovation and creative developer at Eko, Opher worked at the intersection of art and technology, collaborating with development teams as well as design, art, and film-making teams to redefine interactive media on the web. His notable work includes open source projects like react-animation-orchestrator, Lance JS multiplayer server and the VR film Broken Night, which was showcased at the Cannes Film Festival and Tribeca Film Festival in NYC.

Opher is a multidisciplinary creator, with expertise spanning web development, design, music, and game development. He currently leads development as principal engineer at Hud.io, imbuing magic into the field of development tools and observability... Show more

Alexis Okechukwu

Alexis Okechukwu

I am the CEO of Aether Ink Studios, where we are disrupting the entertainment and tech industry by innovation. My journey is rooted in a passion for design, technology, entertainment, sustainability, and I am committed to pushing boundaries and shaping the future of tech and entertainment in general

I am the CEO of Aether Ink Studios, where we are disrupting the entertainment and tech industry by innovation. My journey is rooted in a passion for design, technology, entertainment, sustainability, and I am committed to pushing boundaries and shapi... Show more

Frank Schalkwijk

Frank Schalkwijk

Frank Schalkwijk is ecosystem architect en grondlegger van het foundation-denken binnen Instant Enterprise. Hij helpt organisaties bewegen van centrale sturing naar verbonden groei, en maakt complexe ecosystemen begrijpelijk via kaders, patronen en ritme, die systemisch en praktisch toepasbaar zijn. Directeur en kennisondernemer bij Polliance

Frank Schalkwijk is ecosystem architect en grondlegger van het foundation-denken binnen Instant Enterprise. Hij helpt organisaties bewegen van centrale sturing naar verbonden groei, en maakt complexe ecosystemen begrijpelijk via kaders, patronen en r... Show more

Daniel Isler

Daniel Isler

Bachelor in Arts of Representation. With certifications in Social Engineering, Red Team & OSINT. Team Leader of Fr1endly RATs, the Social Engineering unit at Dreamlab Technologies Chile.
Specializing and developing techniques and methodologies for simulations of Phishing attacks, Vishing, Pretexting, Physical Intrusions and Red Team.

Bachelor in Arts of Representation. With certifications in Social Engineering, Red Team & OSINT. Team Leader of Fr1endly RATs, the Social Engineering unit at Dreamlab Technologies Chile. Specializing and developing techniques and methodologies for ... Show more

Wanjiru Catherine

Wanjiru Catherine

Software Developer, Artist, Community 💙

Software Developer, Artist, Community 💙 Show more

Jim Seconde

Jim Seconde

A trained actor with a curious background: from Theatre Studies, to Q/A, to Business Intelligence development, to full stack web development, I am the resident specialist PHP Developer Advocate at Global Cloud Communications giant Vonage. I founded Birmingham, UK's current PHP usergroup BrumPHP, hosted the Fusion Meetup Series, and organised the TechMids Developer Conference. I mentor, write and speak on PHP, JavaScript, DevOps, DevRel and tech culture. I pretended to be a DJ on the way.

A trained actor with a curious background: from Theatre Studies, to Q/A, to Business Intelligence development, to full stack web development, I am the resident specialist PHP Developer Advocate at Global Cloud Communications giant Vonage. I founded B... Show more

Dread One

Dread One

Founder of VYBZ ( NFT project showcasing true community spirit )
Founder of SYS AMA ( Web3 Vetting Show )
Just a guy who knows how to get product to market within the WEB3 Space

Founder of VYBZ ( NFT project showcasing true community spirit ) Founder of SYS AMA ( Web3 Vetting Show ) Just a guy who knows how to get product to market within the WEB3 Space Show more

Karen Lin

Karen Lin

Karen is an award-winning and produced screenwriter, published novelist, and devoted foodie and traveler. She teaches for cruise lines, conferences, retreats, MeetUp Groups, and numerous on-line venues such as Scribophile, paid blog column, and RMFWU. Many of her stories are inspired by her experience marrying into a Taiwanese family. Food is often a subplot. Mu Shu Mac & Cheese and American Moon: A Chinese Immigrant Story can be found on Amazon. She, her husband, and their two boys have traveled the world as she researches recipes for a literary cookbook. She’s a pitch and writing coach for award-winning and bestselling authors.
http://www.karenalbrightlin.com
https://www.amazon.com/Shu-Mac-Cheese-Karen-Albright-ebook/dp/B08GGDQBLP
https://www.amazon.com/American-Moon-Chinese-Immigrant-Story-ebook/dp/B08B4FPN7Q
https://www.amazon.com/Fresh-Starts-Tales-Pikes-Writers-ebook/dp/B08YD1TWQ1
https://www.facebook.com/authorkarenalbright.lin/

Karen is an award-winning and produced screenwriter, published novelist, and devoted foodie and traveler. She teaches for cruise lines, conferences, retreats, MeetUp Groups, and numerous on-line venues such as Scribophile, paid blog column, and RMFWU... Show more

Erik Hougaard

Erik Hougaard

Being part of the Microsoft Dynamics community since 1990, Erik Hougaard has worked with every version and visited all corners of the system. He has worked with NAV for the biggest companies in Denmark and across numerous industries. He is a Managing Partner in EFOQUS, a Canadian Microsoft Partner developing products and solutions with Dynamics 365 Business Central.

Erik is an active community contributor passionate about sharing his deep technical knowledge, and he has been awarded a Microsoft MVP Award for his Dynamics NAV contributions every year since 2014. He is a sought-after speaker at conferences and has been blogging about Dynamics since 2013. In 2019 he wrote the BUSINESS CENTRAL FIELD GUIDE to help customers understand the system, with or without external help. In 2020 he added a YouTube channel publishing weekly videos with hacks and insights for Microsoft 365 Business Central programming.

Being part of the Microsoft Dynamics community since 1990, Erik Hougaard has worked with every version and visited all corners of the system. He has worked with NAV for the biggest companies in Denmark and across numerous industries. He is a Managing... Show more

Timo Wienefoet

Timo Wienefoet

Timo Wienefoet ist Mitgründer der arq decisions GmbH und unterstützt Unternehmen dabei, ihre Zukunft schon heute erfolgreicher zu gestalten. Er hat innovative Lösungen nach Deutschland gebracht und die Planung von knapp 50 Scale-ups und Mittelständlern in Europa modernisiert. Seine Arbeit verbindet Schwarmintelligenz, Organisationsentwicklung und Prognosekompetenz zu einem praxisnahen Ansatz, der Entscheidungen zukunftssicher macht. Dabei hilft er Führungsteams, Unsicherheit nicht als Risiko, sondern als Partner zu begreifen – und sie gezielt für nachhaltigen Erfolg zu nutzen.

Timo Wienefoet ist Mitgründer der arq decisions GmbH und unterstützt Unternehmen dabei, ihre Zukunft schon heute erfolgreicher zu gestalten. Er hat innovative Lösungen nach Deutschland gebracht und die Planung von knapp 50 Scale-ups und Mittelständle... Show more

Bogomil Shopov - Бого

Bogomil Shopov - Бого

Human. Artist. Hacker. I care about free and open-source software(F/LOSS), cybersecurity, ethical design, privacy, and technology. 20+ experience in technology. 40+ in being human. I encourage people to become better humans with heavy metal and technologies. I also promote technologies to be considerate of humans. Let's see how it goes!

N.B " Бого" Is in Bulgarian, and it's read as Bogo.

Human. Artist. Hacker. I care about free and open-source software(F/LOSS), cybersecurity, ethical design, privacy, and technology. 20+ experience in technology. 40+ in being human. I encourage people to become better humans with heavy metal and techn... Show more

Rohan I N

Rohan I N

I’m Rohan, a recent engineering graduate and self-taught designer with an artist’s eye and a musician’s sense of rhythm. I explore how design and storytelling can shape systems that feel human, intentional, and impactful.

I’m Rohan, a recent engineering graduate and self-taught designer with an artist’s eye and a musician’s sense of rhythm. I explore how design and storytelling can shape systems that feel human, intentional, and impactful. Show more

Charles-Louis de Maere

Charles-Louis de Maere

Bringing people together is something that lives on through my workshops and training. Whether they take place online or on-premise, I facilitate workshops and learning experiences that focus on high participation, on learning by doing and verifying that the concepts are integrated. I use Live Online Learning Activities to ensure people get a chance to practice their understanding of the new concepts.

What better way is there to give meaning to what we say than to draw to make our thoughts explicit? When we add visual information to what we’re saying, suddenly our intention becomes much more precise, and we can begin to work on shared understanding. This is why I love bringing people in contact with the power of Visual Thinking, of getting back to our roots and using pen and paper to bring people closer together.

Stories are another option for bringing sensitive topics to the surface, which I recently started to explore through my self-development practice, as well as during numerous Around the world in (less than) 80 days workshops throughout the past years!

Bringing people together is something that lives on through my workshops and training. Whether they take place online or on-premise, I facilitate workshops and learning experiences that focus on high participation, on learning by doing and verifying ... Show more

Tyler Ross

Tyler Ross

Tyler Ross recently relocated from Manhattan to San Francisco, California, with his wife and daughter after living in New York City for over 10 years. The family is now adjusting to their new life on the West Coast. In his free time, when he’s not spending time with his daughter or working on his books, Tyler explores the Bay Area, documenting the sights, sounds, culture, and cuisine for others considering a similar move.

Tyler’s primary profession is writing. He has a deep passion for storytelling and self-expression. Writing allows him to create, reflect, and connect with others through words. Engaging deeply with his readers brings him a sense of purpose and satisfaction. His writing serves as a tool to share his experiences and ideas, fostering connection and reflection.

In addition to writing, Tyler has a wide range of other interests. As a writer, collector, cyclist, and foodie, he blends these passions into his daily life. Tyler writes about various topics, from historical insights and rare collectibles to local cuisine and biking adventures. His creativity and reflective nature shape his writing, offering readers a personal and unique perspective on his life in San Francisco.

Tyler is an avid cyclist who enjoys the challenge of San Francisco’s hills and terrain. He has been working through over 62 miles of mountain bike trails and bike lanes. Along the way, he photographs landmarks and maps out bicycle-friendly routes, rating them based on difficulty. His passion for cycling and exploration allows him to share valuable insights with other cyclists while enjoying the city’s natural beauty.

Having lived in Manhattan for many years, Tyler enormously appreciated food. Now in San Francisco, he is testing the city’s culinary offerings. From Mexican and Italian to Japanese and Vietnamese cuisine, he enjoys the variety of flavors. He also indulges in the fresh seafood, especially the famous local crabs and oysters, and appreciates the region’s farm-to-table culture.

Tyler is also a dedicated collector of rare stamps, coins, historical books, and manuscripts. He enjoys preserving these unique items and connecting with their history. In addition to his collections, Tyler plays tennis and golf, valuing the physical challenge and mental discipline these sports offer.

Tyler Ross’s love for travel, reading, and photography further enhances his writing. His travels inspire his work, while photography lets him capture precious family moments. Tyler graduated from the University of Chicago, where his education in critical thinking helped shape his approach to writing.

Tyler Ross recently relocated from Manhattan to San Francisco, California, with his wife and daughter after living in New York City for over 10 years. The family is now adjusting to their new life on the West Coast. In his free time, when he’s not sp... Show more

Andre Wolf

Andre Wolf

Wolf, Photogrpher, Car Guy, and Football fan

Wolf, Photogrpher, Car Guy, and Football fan Show more

Trevor M Saliba

Trevor M Saliba

Trevor M. Saliba is the Chairman and CEO of NMS Capital Group, a prominent global private equity firm based in Beverly Hills, California, backed by a family office. Founded in 2010 as the investment arm of a family office, the firm has deep roots in the construction, infrastructure, and real estate sectors, dating back to the 1890s. Since its inception, it has become a significant player in private equity, venture capital, and structured financing.

Under his leadership, M. Saliba has steered NMS Capital Group through diverse investment landscapes, engaging in business and financial services, real estate, infrastructure, consumer products, media, and technology. He and his team have managed transactions exceeding $150 billion, with a substantial $10 billion in real estate dealings alone.

Under his guidance, the firm has gained recognition as one of the top private equity firms in Los Angeles and one of the fastest-growing companies. In addition to his primary role, he serves as Managing Director, President, and COO at NFG SA, a London-headquartered investment holding company focused on insurance and reinsurance, energy and infrastructure, and real estate.

He founded NMS Consulting in 2018, a spinoff from NMS Capital Group's consulting practice, expanding his professional scope. As Founder and Chairman, he has grown the firm to include over 350 professionals across 17 global offices, focusing on management consulting, corporate advisory, strategic communications, and tax advisory.

From 2012 to 2018, he was also at the helm of NMS Capital Advisors as Chairman and CEO. This international investment bank specializes in mergers and acquisitions, private equity, and asset management advisory services. He successfully guided the firm through significant growth, culminating in its sale in late 2018 after achieving a remarkable sales increase of over 5,100% and managing more than $5 billion in transactions.

Before his current endeavors, he was a Managing Director-Asia Pacific for Platinum Capital, Ltd., overseeing operations in Hong Kong, India, and Singapore. His earlier career also included a pivotal role as a principal advisor to a Los Angeles-based family office, where he assumed C-suite roles within various sectors, including construction, engineering, and technology.

He started his career at Morgan Stanley in 1995, specializing in investment banking, focusing on mergers, acquisitions, and structured financings. Over the years, he has been frequently recognized for his contributions to the industry, appearing on prestigious lists and receiving numerous accolades.

Educationally, he is an alumnus of Columbia Business School and holds degrees from La Salle University. His affiliations include past presidency of the Los Angeles/Orange County Chapter of the Global Association of Risk Professionals and membership in the Milken Institute Associates and the Young Presidents Organization.

Trevor M. Saliba, born in California in 1974, continues to shape the landscape of global finance and investment through strategic leadership and innovative financial practices.

Trevor M. Saliba is the Chairman and CEO of NMS Capital Group, a prominent global private equity firm based in Beverly Hills, California, backed by a family office. Founded in 2010 as the investment arm of a family office, the firm has deep roots in ... Show more

Jeffrey St. Germain

Jeffrey St. Germain

As a Technical Team Lead, I bring a wealth of experience and expertise to the table, having been in the technology industry for over 30 years. My passion for technology runs deep, as I am constantly seeking out new solutions for clients and staying ahead of the curve with cutting-edge technologies. In my role as a leader, I am dedicated to guiding my team and fostering a collaborative, innovative environment. When I'm not knee deep in code, I can be found on the volleyball court, where I've played competitively for 32 years, or at the gym, where I maintain a strong commitment to CrossFit. My lifelong love of learning and drive to excel make me a valuable asset to any organization.

As a Technical Team Lead, I bring a wealth of experience and expertise to the table, having been in the technology industry for over 30 years. My passion for technology runs deep, as I am constantly seeking out new solutions for clients and staying a... Show more

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