I’m a full time Canadian/Chilean artist, streamer, and dork dragon with a deep love for comics, tabletop roleplay, and card games.

I love working on character designs, comics, and giving everything shiny effects. ✨

Ever since I was drawing in high school while living in Chile, I've used art to express myself and tell the stories I hold close to my heart. Such as my webcomic, Star Warriors!

I’m a full time Canadian/Chilean artist, streamer, and dork dragon with a deep love for comics, tabletop roleplay, and card games. I love working on character designs, comics, and giving everything shiny effects. ✨ Ever since I was drawing in h... Show more

Suiyi Tang is a PhD candidate in American Studies at the University of Southern California where she works on Asian American postwar modernism and the history of cybernetics. She is also the author of the novel American Symphony: Other White Lies (CCM Press 2019).

Suiyi Tang is a PhD candidate in American Studies at the University of Southern California where she works on Asian American postwar modernism and the history of cybernetics. She is also the author of the novel American Symphony: Other White Lies (CC... Show more

Ellen is a queer parent of 3 and an iOS developer with a passion for supporting others and taking long walks. An educator turned developer, Ellen discovered her passion for programming while teaching her students how to code. In 2016, she took the plunge and decided to follow her passion by embarking on an iOS apprenticeship. Since then, Ellen has worked on a variety of teams creating apps for e-commerce, banking, and automotive, among other fields. She spends her free time with her family going on adventures wherever and whenever they can.

Ellen is a queer parent of 3 and an iOS developer with a passion for supporting others and taking long walks. An educator turned developer, Ellen discovered her passion for programming while teaching her students how to code. In 2016, she took the pl... Show more

Profissional de tecnologia e comunicação com experiência em engenharia de conteúdo, estratégia digital e gestão de projetos em ambientes corporativos globais. Atuou em projetos de tecnologia de alta complexidade e realizou transição de carreira dentro do mesmo ecossistema, passando de Content Engineer para Client Engagement Manager.

Possui formação em Letras, com forte atuação em comunicação estratégica, processos e relacionamento entre times multidisciplinares. Paralelamente à carreira em tecnologia, desenvolve projetos artísticos e culturais como guitarrista, vocalista e idealizadora, integrando criatividade, disciplina e visão sistêmica em sua trajetória profissional.

Profissional de tecnologia e comunicação com experiência em engenharia de conteúdo, estratégia digital e gestão de projetos em ambientes corporativos globais. Atuou em projetos de tecnologia de alta complexidade e realizou transição de carreira dentr... Show more

Dr. Theodore S. Gonzalves is a scholar of comparative cultural studies and a curator at the Smithsonian’s National Museum of American History. A Fulbright scholar and former interim director of the Smithsonian Asian Pacific American Center, he has taught in the United States, Spain, and the Philippines since 1991. His acclaimed book Smithsonian Asian Pacific American History, Art, and Culture in 101 Objects (2023) earned the Smithsonian Secretary’s Research Prize. An accomplished musician and past president of the Association for Asian American Studies, Dr. Gonzalves was appointed to the Organization of American Historians’ Distinguished Lectureship Program and currently serves on the board of the American Council of Learned Societies.

Dr. Theodore S. Gonzalves is a scholar of comparative cultural studies and a curator at the Smithsonian’s National Museum of American History. A Fulbright scholar and former interim director of the Smithsonian Asian Pacific American Center, he has ta... Show more

As an independent and committed product designer, I explore new design practices to put my knowledge at the service of a more desirable future for the environment, society and individuals.

As an independent and committed product designer, I explore new design practices to put my knowledge at the service of a more desirable future for the environment, society and individuals. Show more

Author of Master Software Architecture book: https://mastersoftwarearchitecturebook.com/

Founder and co-author of the Evolutionary Architecture repository: https://github.com/evolutionary-architecture/evolutionary-architecture-by-example

Promoter of continuous deployment, holistic and pragmatic approach to software architecture.

Just another software dude living in Switzerland.

Website: https://www.fractionalarchitect.io
Newsletter: https://newsletter.fractionalarchitect.io

Author of Master Software Architecture book: https://mastersoftwarearchitecturebook.com/ Founder and co-author of the Evolutionary Architecture repository: https://github.com/evolutionary-architecture/evolutionary-architecture-by-example Promot... Show more

Jade Malay is a creative professional known for versatility and vision.

Jade Malay is a creative professional known for versatility and vision. Show more

I've been making my living from maximising the benefit of MS products for 28 years, starting in Data (I love you SQL Server and always will!) I moved on to Dynamics, wider Enterprise Architecture in Azure and now anything from Power Platform to AI Foundry (or CoPilot) to full scale Digital Transformation is my day job.

My hobbies can call on that sometimes too, but more often than not tend to blending my love of tech with a joint love of Musical Theatre... Producing, Directing and occaisionally building practical effects for it.

No stranger to a soldering iron and writing custom code on a Raspberry Pi or C on an ESP-32 I like to make things *work* and look cool. Most recent thing was a glass (OK, polycarbonate) staircase where each step lit up as our leading lady walked down it.

I've been making my living from maximising the benefit of MS products for 28 years, starting in Data (I love you SQL Server and always will!) I moved on to Dynamics, wider Enterprise Architecture in Azure and now anything from Power Platform to AI Fo... Show more

Kyu Powell is an independent artist and graphic designer who loves everything art and pop culture! From books, to video games and movies, they love it all. They strive everyday to break the societal mould and try to build a better tomorrow with less constraints and more freedoms.

Kyu Powell is an independent artist and graphic designer who loves everything art and pop culture! From books, to video games and movies, they love it all. They strive everyday to break the societal mould and try to build a better tomorrow with less ... Show more

Marcus Lattimore is a world-renowned former South Carolina and NFL running back whose journey from meteoric athletic rise to transformative self-reinvention has inspired millions. After suffering two career-altering injuries, Marcus redirected his life toward purpose, healing, and human connection—emerging as an award-winning poet, mental health advocate, and dynamic keynote speaker.

Through powerful storytelling, introspective humor, and a deeply grounded presence, Marcus blends the grit of elite athletics with the artistic insight of a poet. His message resonates across industries because it is universal: you can rebuild yourself into something even greater than what you once were.

Marcus is a four-time poetry slam champion, Oregon’s Grand Slam Champion (2024), keynote poet for Literary Arts, and a featured performer at leading creative institutions nationwide. He is one of the rare voices who moves seamlessly between boardrooms, universities, locker rooms, creative festivals, and leadership summits.

Marcus Lattimore is a world-renowned former South Carolina and NFL running back whose journey from meteoric athletic rise to transformative self-reinvention has inspired millions. After suffering two career-altering injuries, Marcus redirected his li... Show more

Cole Corey, a Detroit-based entrepreneur and musician, fuses intellect and creativity across business and art. A former Michigan State athletic standout, he now leads sustainable cannabis ventures and trades digital assets. With performances at SXSW and academic accolades in philosophy, Cole thrives where discipline, curiosity, and innovation intersect.

Cole Corey, a Detroit-based entrepreneur and musician, fuses intellect and creativity across business and art. A former Michigan State athletic standout, he now leads sustainable cannabis ventures and trades digital assets. With performances at SXSW ... Show more

Rich is a musician and software developer based in Cardiff, UK.
He releases music, commits code and plays Blood Bowl under the name “jacksorjacksor”.

Rich is a musician and software developer based in Cardiff, UK. He releases music, commits code and plays Blood Bowl under the name “jacksorjacksor”. Show more

Qishen Sam Liang
samliangsk@gmail.com | https://www.linkedin.com/in/qishen-sam-liang/

EDUCATION
University of California, Santa Barbara | September 2019-June 2023
Bachelor of Arts, Asian American Studies
Honors: Distinction in Asian American Studies & College of Letters & Science Highest Honors

University of Southern California | August 2023-May 2025
Master of Science, Computer Science (Computer Networks)

University of California, Santa Barbara | September 2019-June 2023
Bachelor of Science, Computer Science

RELEVANT RESEARCH & PROJECT EXPERIENCE
Researcher | UCSB Department of Asian American Studies | August 2022-June 2023
Research Project: The Transformation of Asian and Asian American Stereotypes and Representations in the United States

Conducted media content analysis to investigate how dominant narratives about Asians and Asian Americans have been constructed to serve shifting national interests and maintain racial hierarchies.
Analyzed a diverse range of sources, including magazine articles like “How to Tell Japs from the Chinese,” political cartoon “The Honorable Fifth Column,” and COVID-19 anti-Asian news reports.
Argued that while modes of expression evolve, the underlying hegemonic frameworks of stereotype persist, demonstrating the shift from overt to subtle forms of representation in the modern era.
This research, which drew upon frameworks of racial formation and stereotype theory, culminated in a 30 pages paper and a departmental presentation.

Project Manager & Game Developer | University of Southern California | January 2025-May 2025
Project: Area 31: A Horror Maze Game

Led the design and development of a 2D narrative game in C# and Unity, gaining practical experience in the creation of interactive media and player-driven storytelling.
Engineered systems for managing player state and progression, directly informing research into how player agency and interactive systems shape understandings.
Managed the project lifecycle using Agile methodologies, demonstrating leadership in a collaborative, creative-technical environment.

SKILLS & INTERESTS
Research Areas: Asian American Studies, Games, Stereotypes, Computer Networking, Security
Technical Skills: Python, Unity, C#, Git, Data Curation, Data Analysis
Languages: English (Fluent), Mandarin (Fluent), Cantonese (Fluent)

Qishen Sam Liang samliangsk@gmail.com | https://www.linkedin.com/in/qishen-sam-liang/ EDUCATION University of California, Santa Barbara | September 2019-June 2023 Bachelor of Arts, Asian American Studies Honors: Distinction in Asian American ... Show more

Pratiti is a doctoral student in Cultural Studies and Comparative Literature. Their work lies in the interaction of Bengali migration, Global Asias and sound studies, and they examine how music creates community in bengali diasporas. They are a minor in RIDGS and Early Modern Studies, with their interest lying also in disability studies and early modern music cultures. They are the lead convenor of the Global Asias Collaborative.

Pratiti is a doctoral student in Cultural Studies and Comparative Literature. Their work lies in the interaction of Bengali migration, Global Asias and sound studies, and they examine how music creates community in bengali diasporas. They are a minor... Show more

Debasmita is a Senior Mobile Developer and freelancer with a decade of experience, primarily focused on mobile app development. An early adopter of Flutter, she has successfully built and released numerous applications spanning various industries, notably in FinTech. In addition to her technical expertise, Debasmita is passionate about sharing knowledge. She has spoken at events like Flutter Festival, DevFest, and Google I/O Extended. Recognized as a Google Developer Expert (GDE), she continues to create content that strengthens the Flutter community.

Debasmita is a Senior Mobile Developer and freelancer with a decade of experience, primarily focused on mobile app development. An early adopter of Flutter, she has successfully built and released numerous applications spanning various industries, no... Show more

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

I am a software engineers with years of experience in building web applications. I worked with multiple programming languages and I'm passionate about clean code and things that works.

I am a software engineers with years of experience in building web applications. I worked with multiple programming languages and I'm passionate about clean code and things that works. Show more

Angelo is a System Engineer at Corner Banca SA. He embraced Kubernetes and container technology starting in 2017, but his experience spans IoT, VoIP, and highly available systems for Internet Service Providers. He loves technology, is a big fan of home automation, and can't stop integrating and measuring the performance of every device at home.

Angelo is a System Engineer at Corner Banca SA. He embraced Kubernetes and container technology starting in 2017, but his experience spans IoT, VoIP, and highly available systems for Internet Service Providers. He loves technology, is a big fan of ho... Show more

Billy “Issim” Ramsey is a multiplatform artist, entrepreneur and activist that utilizes arts experiences to catalyze and unify "the village". African-rooted step, acting, directing, hosting/MC, spoken word performance, workshop development and implementation, radio production, vocal and instrumental performer are the several roles Ramsey plays.

Billy is the co-founder and artistic director of Arizona Talking Drum Performance Studio Network, co-founder and artistic director for BlackPoet Ventures, LLC. He holds a Bachelors of Communications/Public Relations from University of Michigan-Dearborn and a lifelong learner in the art of life. He is the owner of newly founded B Spoke Consults, a creative consultation company.

Issim was introduced to early performance opportunities beginning at the age of 10 as a drummer for Phoenix based gospel group The Mighty Voices of Wonder and continued to find spaces for opportunities that have stretched over three decades. HIs ability to segue between local artist and international acts and individuals has blessed him to share stages and spaces with Stevie Wonder, Erika Badu, Musiq Soulchild, Rodney”Darkchild” Jerkins, Father MC, Sistah Souljah, Daniel Bernard Romain, Taalam Acey, LL Cool J, Rosa Parks, Barbara Morrison, Marcus Belgrave, Myron Glasper and others

The art of village building and people bridging has been one of the most unique and rewarding experiences fostering the intention of service to communities and families, including his own 12 children, many of whom are also practitioners and lovers of the arts.

He has worked with organizations such as YMCA, Boys & Girls Clubs of America, Phoenix Union High School District, State of Arizona, Maricopa Youth Advocacy Program, City of Phoenix, City of Glendale, Los Feliz Charter School for the Arts, AZ MLK Organizing Committee and a list of others.

Billy came to the Fathers and Families Coalition of America in the midst of life trials as the father in need of resources, networks and guidance. He found his way into the work shortly after his introduction as a facilitator, consultant and art maker, bringing awareness to topic matter by involving participants in scripting and producing original theatrical productions where they learned new skill sets of acting and production as well as new ways of expression and creation. Beyond doing, they found their sacred space to share and BE.

He has returned to FFCA Conferences over the years as a presenter, facilitator, artist and attendee.

Most recent works are in the area of Trauma Informed Practices, where he and cohorts have developed and utilized CELEBRATION CIRCLES, to inform participants of all ages about the triggers and onsets of trauma, the biological effects and signs, but most importantly building communities of awareness and resilience.

Billy “Issim” Ramsey is a multiplatform artist, entrepreneur and activist that utilizes arts experiences to catalyze and unify "the village". African-rooted step, acting, directing, hosting/MC, spoken word performance, workshop development and imple... Show more

Christian Crumlish is Director of Product at Kind and was Director of the Product Chapter at the late, lamented 18F. He brings over two decades of experience in UX design, product management, and information architecture to the challenge of building ethical AI systems.

At Kind, Christian defines the product and UX practices, leads a project for VA.gov, improving the online experience for veterans submitting and tracking disability benefits reviews, and explores the possibilities of AI-enhances product management practices.

At 18F, Christian worked on federal digital services including the launch of ClimateCorps.gov and passport modernization efforts for Consular Affairs at the State Department, learning how to navigate complex stakeholder interests while keeping user needs central. This public service perspective informs his conviction that AI systems should be built for human flourishing, not just engagement metrics.

At 7 Cups, Christian lead product development for chat-based mental health and peer support platforms, where the intersection of technology and human welfare wasn’t theoretical—it was the core challenge of every product decision.

This experience shapes his approach to AI development: technology should amplify human capability without replacing human judgment, strengthen systems without creating dependencies, and maintain professional boundaries even when business metrics might reward boundary violations.

Christian is author of “Product Management for UX People” and has been a regular speaker at IA Summit/IAC conferences for nearly two decade. His writing combines technical depth with accessible explanation—a skill honed through years of translating between engineers, designers, and business stakeholders.

Currently, Christian is building Piper Morgan, a product management AI assistant designed with ethics-first architecture. This project demonstrates that privacy-preserving AI isn’t just theoretically possible but empirically validated—achieving 80.3% clustering accuracy using only metadata relationships, with zero content analysis required.

His “Building Piper Morgan” blog series documents this work in public, sharing both successes and methodology. The approach emphasizes systematic engineering over good intentions, architectural enforcement over policy guidelines, and information architecture principles as essential tools for AI safety.

Christian’s work sits at the intersection of product management, information architecture, and ethical AI development—proving that human-centered design principles scale to AI systems when properly architected into the information structure itself.

In his copious spare time he writes and records music with his band, Layers of Meta, and released a debut album in 2025 called No One Does it Solo Only.

Christian Crumlish is Director of Product at Kind and was Director of the Product Chapter at the late, lamented 18F. He brings over two decades of experience in UX design, product management, and information architecture to the challenge of building ... Show more

Gianfranco Baccarella nasce a Bari il 25 giugno 2002. Fin da bambino inizia a giocare ai suoi primi videogiochi e, a 17 anni, avvia la produzione del suo primo gioco per Gameboy, che verrà pubblicato su Itch.io . Successivamente, passa a Godot 3.5 per studiare il software tramite tutorial e libri. Attualmente lavora con Godot 4, con cui ha realizzato due giochi: "Hands on Grapes!" e "Escape the MaIze", inoltre ha realizzato con altri ragazzi un'alpha per un progetto universitario e un porting da Unity a Godot.

Alla fiera del fumetto di Bari, il LevanteFor 2024, ha partecipato come presentatore di "Enough Sheep", di cui è collaboratore, e ha presentato il suo gioco "Hands on Grapes" al pubblico.

Gianfranco Baccarella nasce a Bari il 25 giugno 2002. Fin da bambino inizia a giocare ai suoi primi videogiochi e, a 17 anni, avvia la produzione del suo primo gioco per Gameboy, che verrà pubblicato su Itch.io . Successivamente, passa a Godot 3.5 pe... Show more

I am a seasoned business analyst with over 14 years of experience bridging the gap between business needs and technology solutions. Having started a career in quality assurance, [Your Name] transitioned into strategic business analysis, bringing a unique end-to-end perspective across project lifecycles.

With expertise in digital transformation, platform migrations, and enterprise-scale implementations, [Your Name] has successfully led initiatives across industries, including fitness, retail, e-commerce, and SaaS.

I am a seasoned business analyst with over 14 years of experience bridging the gap between business needs and technology solutions. Having started a career in quality assurance, [Your Name] transitioned into strategic business analysis, bringing a un... Show more

Micaela's dream is to make the world better by building organizational cultures of compassion, kindness and empathy. She is an engaging and adept Storyteller and uses her professional and personal experiences to inspire others with a pragmatic approach to solving problems. She educates, guides, influences and instructs individual leaders and teams on how to get organized and get moving.

Micaela is driven by her innate curiosity to understand how people think, learn and make decisions in large organizations. Her approach to transformation is both pragmatic and philosophical, focused on infusing a knowledge sharing, servant leader-based culture into community ecosystems of expert builders, makers and innovators. She has learned that organizational and cultural transformations succeed with servant leaders who, instead of dictating behavior, enable and incentivize teams to openly collaborate, communicate, make hard choices, 'think' not 'do' and build community cultures of compassion, kindness and empathy.

Micaela's dream is to make the world better by building organizational cultures of compassion, kindness and empathy. She is an engaging and adept Storyteller and uses her professional and personal experiences to inspire others with a pragmatic approa... Show more

Adit Gupta is a seasoned design leader and entrepreneur with a deep-rooted passion for mathematics and philosophy. For over 15 years, he has driven high-impact design initiatives across a wide spectrum of industries — from education and travel to payments, retail, finance, health, and customer experience.
As Director of Product Design at ServiceNow, Adit built and scaled world-class design teams while shaping products that serve millions of users globally. Today, he's the founder of BookStates—a reading companion that helps people track and discover books through intelligent, intuitive design.Adit believes the most meaningful products emerge where

Adit Gupta is a seasoned design leader and entrepreneur with a deep-rooted passion for mathematics and philosophy. For over 15 years, he has driven high-impact design initiatives across a wide spectrum of industries — from education and travel to pay... Show more

I'm Alice Nedosekina, a product and design leader who accidentally stumbled into product design from a financial analyst role - and it turned out to be the best detour of my career.

My background in economics and data analysis gave me something most designers don't have: I can read a P&L, understand technical constraints, and build a business case as easily as I can sketch an interface. This weird combination has been my secret weapon for 13+ years, helping me design experiences that actually ship and deliver results.

I've worked across the spectrum - from launching a challenger bank from scratch (70% waitlist conversion) to scaling design systems across 5+ product lines at a global fintech. I've designed for millions of users across 20+ countries, led teams of up to 6 designers, and worked with everyone from C-suite executives to engineers in the trenches.

What gets me excited? Complex problems. Give me cross-border payments, blockchain platforms, or regulatory constraints, and I'm energised. I love finding the elegant solution that balances what users want, what technology can deliver, and what makes business sense.

I've delivered measurable impact: 7-17% increases in conversion rates, 50% faster sales cycles, 13% jumps in digital adoption. But beyond the numbers, I'm proud of building teams, mentoring designers, and establishing design operations that help companies scale.
Currently, I'm Head of UX at R3, working on enterprise blockchain and CBDC platforms that are reshaping how institutions think about digital currency. Before this, I spent 2+ years at Nium leading design across international markets, launched a neobank, worked with Standard Chartered's innovation lab, and led digital transformation for ODEON Cinemas.

I also spent three years at an agency working with clients like Sony, CBRE, Cushman & Wakefield, and BDO - which taught me how to quickly understand different business models and deliver quality under pressure.

I'm technical enough to understand front-end constraints (I can code in HTML/CSS/React when needed), research-driven (34 user studies at Nium alone), and early to adopt new tools (been using AI in design workflows since before it was trendy).

Based in the UK and always interested in opportunities where I can build something meaningful, lead great teams, and solve problems that actually matter.

I'm Alice Nedosekina, a product and design leader who accidentally stumbled into product design from a financial analyst role - and it turned out to be the best detour of my career. My background in economics and data analysis gave me something mo... Show more

Jason Prunty is a senior AI product leader with 15+ years developing enterprise solutions across fintech, wealth management, and SaaS. As Founder of WithSocialAI, he builds AI-powered collaboration products that enhance team productivity.

Jason taught advanced UX design at Thomas Jefferson University (2015-2018) and serves as Board VP at Fleisher Art Memorial. He holds degrees in Electrical Engineering (Rochester), Architecture (CUNY), and Fine Arts (SVA).

Through Designing Intelligence, he explores why the most powerful AI systems enhance human judgment rather than replace it.

Jason Prunty is a senior AI product leader with 15+ years developing enterprise solutions across fintech, wealth management, and SaaS. As Founder of WithSocialAI, he builds AI-powered collaboration products that enhance team productivity. Jason ta... Show more

Chris is an experienced nonprofit professional who has spent the last 15 years as a dedicated educator, network builder, and advocate for non-profit organizations. Chris is currently the Head of Programs at the Interledger Foundation. He oversees all aspects of the programatic activity of the foundation.

Chris is an experienced nonprofit professional who has spent the last 15 years as a dedicated educator, network builder, and advocate for non-profit organizations. Chris is currently the Head of Programs at the Interledger Foundation. He oversees all... Show more

I am currently heading the Microsoft Dynamics 365 implementation as Enterprise IT Manager at LEOS International, focusing on Finance & Operations, budgeting, project management, and procurement modules for GCC real estate operations. Previously, I have worked across the UK, UAE, KSA, and USA in the healthtech sector, delivering solutions aligned with NHS UK and HIPAA compliance standards. With nearly two decades of experience in software development, ERP implementation, and enterprise transformation, I bring a track record of aligning technology with complex business needs. As a founding member of Agile Pakistan, I am passionate about bridging business goals with technology solutions, fostering agile culture, and enabling organizations to achieve operational excellence.

I am currently heading the Microsoft Dynamics 365 implementation as Enterprise IT Manager at LEOS International, focusing on Finance & Operations, budgeting, project management, and procurement modules for GCC real estate operations. Previously, I ha... Show more

Andrew spent over a decade in Customer Service, IT Support, and Knowledge Management roles before transitioning to his dream job of being a writer, game designer, and professional Dungeon Master. He is now the owner of Quills & Quests where, through fiction writings and games, he explores heroism as a means of self-improvement, promotes mental health awareness, advocates for fair play, and fosters creativity.

Andrew hosts, writes, designs, and publishes his own Dungeons & Dragons adventures. He also provides various professional Dungeon Mastering services as well as interactive gaming experiences for individuals, groups, private parties or corporate events.

Andrew spent over a decade in Customer Service, IT Support, and Knowledge Management roles before transitioning to his dream job of being a writer, game designer, and professional Dungeon Master. He is now the owner of Quills & Quests where, through ... Show more