Adel En Nouri is a London-based entrepreneur whose career reflects his deep commitment to luxury, lifestyle, and branding. Known for his integrity, discipline, and creativity, Adel has built a name defined by excellence, compassion, and authenticity. His professional journey demonstrates how business success can be achieved without compromising ethics or humanity. For him, entrepreneurship is not just about innovation or financial gain—it is about creating meaningful connections, celebrating craftsmanship, and contributing to a better world.

Adel’s passion for luxury and lifestyle branding stems from his appreciation for artistry, culture, and design. He has developed a keen interest in fine watches and jewelry, curating an elegant collection that includes masterpieces from iconic brands such as Richard Mille, Rolex, Bulgari, and Cartier. Each piece he collects represents more than beauty or status; it embodies a story of craftsmanship, precision, and dedication. This appreciation for timeless artistry mirrors Adel’s approach to business, where attention to detail, authenticity, and purpose drive every decision he makes.

Throughout his ventures, Adel has sought to redefine luxury by emphasizing meaning over materialism. He believes that true luxury lies in experience—in the emotion a brand evokes and the connection it builds with people. His work blends cultural awareness with modern innovation, creating brands that feel both exclusive and personal. By focusing on quality and character, Adel has established himself as a respected voice in the evolving world of luxury entrepreneurship.

Beyond business, Adel is deeply committed to charity and social responsibility. Over the past five years, he has worked closely with a nonprofit organization supporting homeless individuals. His contributions go beyond financial assistance; he dedicates time to volunteering and offering hands-on help. He believes every person deserves dignity, safety, and opportunity, and he strives to make a difference wherever possible. For Adel, giving back is not an obligation but an expression of gratitude and compassion. He understands that authentic leadership is not only about guiding others in business but also about serving humanity.

Integrity forms the foundation of everything Adel En Nouri stands for. He outspoken advocate for anti-corruption and ethical leadership, recognizing that transparency is essential for fairness and progress. Adel believes that corruption damages trust, limits growth, and undermines equality. He promotes accountability and honesty through his actions and influence, encouraging others to lead with respect and moral courage. For him, integrity is not simply a professional standard but a way of life.

Adel leads a disciplined and balanced lifestyle outside his professional and philanthropic commitments. He values health, mindfulness, and travel, vital to creativity and personal growth. His experiences across cultures continue to inspire him, broadening his understanding of people and the world.

Adel En Nouri’s journey is defined by principle, compassion, and perseverance. He continues to prove that success built on integrity, kindness, and purpose not only endures but inspires. Through his vision, values, and commitment to others, he represents the essence of modern entrepreneurship—where luxury meets humanity and ambition is guided by heart.

Adel En Nouri is a London-based entrepreneur whose career reflects his deep commitment to luxury, lifestyle, and branding. Known for his integrity, discipline, and creativity, Adel has built a name defined by excellence, compassion, and authenticity.... Show more

Luís Miguel Cerqueira is a Program Manager and communicator passionate about shaping the future of work. With a career built across Talent Acquisition, Diversity & Inclusion, and Program Management in tech, he currently leads initiatives that connect purpose, people, and performance across international teams. Known for his sharp storytelling and human-centered approach, Luís challenges traditional views on hiring, leadership, and career development — inspiring organizations to build spaces where belonging drives results. A Toastmasters speaker and creative strategist, he turns complex ideas into relatable stories that move people to think, feel, and act differently.

Luís Miguel Cerqueira is a Program Manager and communicator passionate about shaping the future of work. With a career built across Talent Acquisition, Diversity & Inclusion, and Program Management in tech, he currently leads initiatives that connect... Show more

I'm a software engineer focused on promoting Erlang and Elixir in the community. I'm the founder of Visual Partner-Ship, a creative studio to mix Visual Thinking and software development as a learning approach to empower developers in their creative processes.

I'm a software engineer focused on promoting Erlang and Elixir in the community. I'm the founder of Visual Partner-Ship, a creative studio to mix Visual Thinking and software development as a learning approach to empower developers in their creative ... 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

Ricky Tucker is a Senior UX/UI designer for Louisiana's Office of Technology Services. In addition to contributing to the state's Design System, Pelican, he works daily with state agencies to develop digital products with the goal of improving the lives of Louisiana residents. Ricky holds certifications from Meta and Google, as was well as the W3Cx Introduction to Web Accessibility certificate.

Ricky Tucker is a Senior UX/UI designer for Louisiana's Office of Technology Services. In addition to contributing to the state's Design System, Pelican, he works daily with state agencies to develop digital products with the goal of improving the li... 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

Solo Game Developer by trade. As Head of Indie at Reboot Develop conferences, I handle various endeavors across the games industry—primarily focused on helping indie developers find opportunities. The titles "Indie Senpai" and "nmap Lord Supreme" encapsulate my essence while purposefully refusing to define my LinkedIn headline like a normal human being.

The other half of my career is rooted in cybersecurity and data privacy—while I struggle to find time to play your indie games and develop my own.

Solo Game Developer by trade. As Head of Indie at Reboot Develop conferences, I handle various endeavors across the games industry—primarily focused on helping indie developers find opportunities. The titles "Indie Senpai" and "nmap Lord Supreme" enc... Show more

Fullstack product engineer creating content about building production-ready apps as a solopreneur.

Over the past decade, I've worked as a freelance full-stack developer mostly with startups and small businesses. In 2020 I decided to deepen my business and product knowledge, to build outstanding products.

As of now, I'm building production-ready products efficiently, and documenting my journey as a solopreneur product engineer. Twitter, YouTube, and my blog.

Why building in public?
Following other people's journeys can teach you a lot. As well as you, I follow many other creators.
Being active on social media and building in public allowed me to be part of a club that prioritizes shipping and giving value.

Fullstack product engineer creating content about building production-ready apps as a solopreneur. Over the past decade, I've worked as a freelance full-stack developer mostly with startups and small businesses. In 2020 I decided to deepen my busi... Show more

Sneha Gupta is the Co-Founder and Cloud Engineer at InfinityVerse, Recognized Teacher by Apple, Product Enthusiast at Sony North America, Entrepreneurship Mentor for NASDAQ, Firebase Customer Advisory Council Member for Google, Google's WomenTechMaker Ambassador, GATE CS Educator at Unacademy LinkedIn Marketing Insider and a recognized cloud innovator under the Google Developer program.

Sneha is officially the First Indian Woman to be Featured on Nasdaq Tower in Times Square, New York, USA by NASDAQ.

Sneha is one of the few Indians whose name sent to Jupiter's Moon by NASA's Europa Clipper Mission. Sneha is only female from Vindhyanchal region whose name was sent to Jupiter Moon Europa by NASA.

Sneha is also a volunteer member of the Google Developer Group.

Sneha is skilled in AI Prompt Engineering, Chrome OS Flex, Windows, Linux , Mac, iOS, Android, Google Cloud, Microsoft Azure, Office Software & Services by Microsoft, Web Technologies, Python, R Programming Languages.

Sneha Gupta is the Co-Founder and Cloud Engineer at InfinityVerse, Recognized Teacher by Apple, Product Enthusiast at Sony North America, Entrepreneurship Mentor for NASDAQ, Firebase Customer Advisory Council Member for Google, Google's WomenTechMake... Show more

Trisha is a software engineer, Java Champion and author. Trisha has developed Java applications for a range of industries of all sizes, including finance, manufacturing and non-profit, and she's a lead developer advocate at Gradle. She has expertise in Java high-performance systems and dabbles with Open Source development.

Trisha’s exceptionally passionate about sharing things that help real developers. That might be: getting them up to speed on the latest version of Java; teaching them tips and tricks to improve their productivity; or promoting healthy technical communities across the globe. Trisha values helping all developers level up their career and skills at every step of their journey.

Read more from Trisha in the books “Head First Java”, “Getting to Know IntelliJ IDEA”, “97 Things Every Java Developer Should Know” and “What to Look for in a Code Review”.

Trisha is a software engineer, Java Champion and author. Trisha has developed Java applications for a range of industries of all sizes, including finance, manufacturing and non-profit, and she's a lead developer advocate at Gradle. She has expertise ... Show more

Dr. Darya Yegorina is a globally recognized thought leader, futurist, and transformational business strategist who empowers organizations and individuals to thrive in the era of digital disruption. With a career spanning 20+ years at the intersection of leadership, technology, and business innovation, Darya is a driving force in digital transformation, AI, and future workforce development.

As a C-level executive, entrepreneur, and mentor, Darya has shaped the success of enterprises, startups, and global initiatives by integrating emerging technologies with strategic growth frameworks. She is a sought-after keynote speaker on leadership, innovation, and the future of work, addressing audiences at major global conferences, corporate summits, and executive retreats.

A passionate advocate for future-ready leadership, Darya believes that true innovation begins with a bold vision and the courage to challenge the status quo. She inspires business leaders to embrace AI, digital transformation, and agile leadership strategies to navigate uncertainty, unlock new opportunities, and foster a culture of continuous learning.

Global Impact & Achievements:
✅ Executive & Board Leadership: C-Level strategist with expertise in business transformation, revenue operations (RevOps), and strategic growth across global markets. Advisor to enterprises, government bodies, and tech innovators.
✅ Digital Transformation & AI Thought Leader: Recognized as a Top Thought Leader in AR/VR, AI, and Digital Transformation by Thinkers 360, shaping the dialogue on the future of business and technology.
✅ Award-Winning Entrepreneur & Speaker: Winner of the Global Female Leader Award in Entrepreneurship, Young European Leader (#EYL40), Women in IT, and featured in Forbes, Inc.com, Business & Finance, and Irish Times.
✅ Future Workforce & EdTech Visionary: Led transformative EdTech initiatives, including EU-backed projects on AI and AR in education, impacting thousands of students across Europe.
✅ Women in Leadership & DEI Advocate: A strong voice in diversity, equity, and inclusion (DEI), mentoring female founders, startup leaders, and executives to break barriers in tech and business.

Speaking & Expertise:
🔹 Leadership in the Age of AI & Digital Disruption
🔹 The Future of Work: Skills, Adaptability & Innovation
🔹 Women in Leadership: Breaking Barriers & Building Legacies
🔹 Strategic Growth & Business Transformation
🔹 Inspiring Change: Leading with Purpose & Resilience

Darya’s leadership journey, from entrepreneurial success to executive impact, serves as an inspiration for leaders seeking to drive meaningful change in their organizations and industries. She brings a unique blend of business acumen, technological foresight, and human-centric leadership, making her a powerful voice in today’s rapidly evolving business landscape.

🚀 Inspire. Lead. Transform. 🚀

Dr. Darya Yegorina is a globally recognized thought leader, futurist, and transformational business strategist who empowers organizations and individuals to thrive in the era of digital disruption. With a career spanning 20+ years at the intersection... Show more

As a Cloud Solutions Architect at Cloudtech, I design and develop cloud-native applications for customers using AWS serverless technologies. I leverage my AWS certifications and my experience as a former Cloud Engineer at Amazon Web Services (AWS) to deliver scalable, secure, and cost-effective solutions that meet customers’ needs and expectations.

My passion for problem-solving and distributed computing drives me to explore new ways of using technology to improve human life. I have worked on multiple projects involving ETL data pipelines, search engine migrations, container-based deployments, and programmatic workflows, using Python, Django, Flask, Boto3, CloudFormation, Terraform, GitLab CI, and other tools and frameworks.

I also have a strong background in web development, database management, and testing, which I acquired from my previous role as a Senior Software Engineer at ConsultAdd and my Bachelor of Engineering (B.E.) in Computer/Information Technology from G.H. Raisoni College of Engineering (GHRCE), Nagpur.

As a Cloud Solutions Architect at Cloudtech, I design and develop cloud-native applications for customers using AWS serverless technologies. I leverage my AWS certifications and my experience as a former Cloud Engineer at Amazon Web Services (AWS) to... Show more

Passionate about building products that solve real-world complex problems in the most simplified and
user-centric way. Have successfully built, launched, and monetized over 5 enterprise B2B SaaS products in
the domain of supply chain and fintech

Passionate about building products that solve real-world complex problems in the most simplified and user-centric way. Have successfully built, launched, and monetized over 5 enterprise B2B SaaS products in the domain of supply chain and fintech Show more

What happens when you mix relentless drive, academic prowess, and an innate knack for reading people? You get Tara Furiani. She isn't just in the people business—she is the people business. With over two decades of transformative leadership under her belt, Tara shatters the conventional, often stodgy, paradigms of HR and corporate culture, bringing humanity back into the workplace.

Sporting dual Master's degrees in Psychology and Organizational Leadership, Tara's academic mettle is as rock-solid as her real-world chops. Her slew of advanced certifications isn't just for show; it’s her toolkit for crafting highly responsive, agile organizations. She’s been the mastermind behind multiple industry-defining shifts during her 13 years as a Chief People Officer for companies valued over $6 billion and employing more than 10,000 people worldwide.

But let's cut through the corporate jargon: Tara is a people champion. She fights for DEI not just as a buzzword but as a way of life, all the way from boardrooms on Earth to the realms of space, serving on NASA's DEI board. For Tara, equity isn't just a corporate initiative; it's a universal mandate.

Still think she’s all business? Think again. A mother of five and a doting partner, Tara knows the real-world application of work-life balance like no other. She's the driving force of her family and the beating heart of her home, roles she embraces with the same vigor as her corporate undertakings.

If you need further proof, lend an ear to her hit podcast, "Not the HR Lady," where she tackles the industry's stale narratives and offers fresh, often revolutionary, perspectives. And don't be fooled by the exec persona; she can drop a Dr. Dre lyric faster than you can say "organizational change."

When you partner with Tara Furiani, you’re not just getting a consultant or a thought leader. You’re aligning with a living, breathing catalyst for meaningful change—in your organization and in your life. Are you ready?

Learn more about Tara Furiani and Not the HR Lady by visiting: www.notthehrlady.com and subscribe to the show at www.youtube.com/c/notthehrlady.

What happens when you mix relentless drive, academic prowess, and an innate knack for reading people? You get Tara Furiani. She isn't just in the people business—she is the people business. With over two decades of transformative leadership under her... Show more

Passionate about tech and creativity. Graphic design roots, IT engineering background. Former marketing lead, now crafting frontend magic at Warner Bros Discovery. Embracing technology's limitless canvas to create captivating experiences!

Passionate about tech and creativity. Graphic design roots, IT engineering background. Former marketing lead, now crafting frontend magic at Warner Bros Discovery. Embracing technology's limitless canvas to create captivating experiences! Show more

Randolph West (they/them) writes about the Microsoft Data Platform, having worked with SQL Server since the late 1990s. When not writing about technology, you can see them acting on the stage and screen, or doing voices for independent video games. Former five-time Data Platform MVP and charter member of the Azure Data Community Advisory Board. Founder of the Calgary Data User Group. Connect with Randolph on Twitter, or buy their books on Amazon.

Randolph West (they/them) writes about the Microsoft Data Platform, having worked with SQL Server since the late 1990s. When not writing about technology, you can see them acting on the stage and screen, or doing voices for independent video games. F... Show more

Saj Zaman, the Founder of Finally Free Productions (FFP), boasts a wealth of experience in the technology industry as a serial entrepreneur and expert in scaling up businesses. With over a decade of experience, Saj has honed his skills in custom app, software, and game development, as well as blockchain development, catering to clients nationwide.

Under his leadership, FFP has achieved remarkable success, becoming a testament to Saj's unwavering commitment to innovation and excellence. Recognizing the immense potential for growth through mobile applications, he has guided countless business owners in establishing a strong presence in their respective industries. FFP prides itself on transforming clients' ideas into service apps that fuel business growth and deliver tangible results.

Saj's profound impact on the tech industry is further underscored by his dedication to designing sophisticated software and high-quality applications. Alongside his driven FFP team, Saj exemplifies a relentless pursuit of perfection in realizing clients' visions. By continually pushing the boundaries of what's possible, he is shaping the future of technology and making an indelible mark on the industry.

Saj Zaman, the Founder of Finally Free Productions (FFP), boasts a wealth of experience in the technology industry as a serial entrepreneur and expert in scaling up businesses. With over a decade of experience, Saj has honed his skills in custom app,... Show more

Ben Vanderberg is a Principal Platform Evangelist for Adobe Acrobat platform. For the last 15 years, he has worked with organizations to help drive automation and paperless technologies. With the release of the iPad and the iPhone, he helped publishing organizations drive cross-publishing to the web, mobile, and traditional paper. At Adobe, he has been helping drive innovation in documents through e-signatures (Adobe Sign) and document automation using Adobe Document Services. He is also working with many enterprise platforms, including SalesForce, Microsoft 365, AWS, Azure, and other platforms. Ben is also an editor and contributor to Adobe Tech Blog.

Ben Vanderberg is a Principal Platform Evangelist for Adobe Acrobat platform. For the last 15 years, he has worked with organizations to help drive automation and paperless technologies. With the release of the iPad and the iPhone, he helped publishi... Show more

From running street teams to making a music documentary, Christine spent most of my adolescence deeply entrenched in the music industry and went on to receive an undergrad degree in Music Business, followed by an MBA in Marketing and a Masters in Data Science. She managed to combine all of her passions into roles consulting and working with various music startups, venues, festivals, radio stations and labels bridging the gap between music, data & business. Originally from Baltimore, MD, USA, Christine spent 2 years in Stockholm most recently as the Head of Data & Insights for Universal Music Sweden and now calls London home working as the Director of Data & Insights for Global Marketing at Warner Music Group, where Christine use data to tell stories & help guide our artist's journeys.

From running street teams to making a music documentary, Christine spent most of my adolescence deeply entrenched in the music industry and went on to receive an undergrad degree in Music Business, followed by an MBA in Marketing and a Masters in Dat... Show more

Lindsey Jones is the founder of Aero Interactive, a product design studio in Carmel, Indiana. Since 2014 she has designed brands, digital products and websites, and led design work in AI, media and entertainment, finance, healthcare, and consumer and wellness brands.

Today she helps companies put AI agents to work in their products, websites and marketing. Her focus is the part of AI products that decides whether people trust them: the approvals, visible reasoning, error recovery and system rules for software where AI agents act on a person's behalf. She also helps teams get their design systems ready for AI coding agents, and runs websites with AI agents doing the recurring work while a person approves everything before it goes live.

Lindsey Jones is the founder of Aero Interactive, a product design studio in Carmel, Indiana. Since 2014 she has designed brands, digital products and websites, and led design work in AI, media and entertainment, finance, healthcare, and consumer and... Show more

Aysenem Yassa is a global live experience and entertainment executive who orchestrates the strategic architecture and creative execution of the world's most complex, high-stakes mega-events.

Her 15-year career spans senior enterprise leadership for premier sports properties, international broadcast productions, and multi-venue live entertainment environments, including UEFA, FIBA and the Pan American Games.

She masterminds the cross-functional delivery of multi-million euro venue ecosystems, live-to-air broadcast environments, and audience-first experiential activations across Europe, the Americas, Asia, and the Middle East.

A senior strategist operating at the critical intersection of technical infrastructure, media production, and artistic direction, she balances high-stakes global delivery with creative disciplines in music, dance, and comedy to shape memorable experiences for global audiences.

Aysenem Yassa is a global live experience and entertainment executive who orchestrates the strategic architecture and creative execution of the world's most complex, high-stakes mega-events. Her 15-year career spans senior enterprise leadership fo... Show more

Nkweni Fanibelle Nantenkog is a young Cameroonian advocate, author, youth leader, speaker, model, and survivor-advocate passionate about child protection, gender-based violence prevention, youth empowerment, personal development, and social change.

She leads Purposeful Teens Cameroon, a youth-focused community committed to empowering young people through mentorship, education, advocacy, leadership development, and meaningful conversations around identity, purpose, safety, and personal growth. Through her work with young people, Fanibelle advocates for safer environments where children and young people can find their voices, understand their worth, and participate meaningfully in issues affecting their lives.

As a survivor of childhood sexual violence, Fanibelle has transformed her lived experience into a commitment to advocacy and awareness. Rather than allowing her past to define her future, she has used her voice to encourage conversations around healing, resilience, survivor empowerment, and the prevention of sexual violence against children and young people.

Fanibelle is the author of two books, including Brave Enough to Heal, through which she uses storytelling to encourage conversations around healing, resilience, identity, and overcoming adversity. Her work reflects her commitment to using personal experience and storytelling as tools for awareness, empowerment, and social transformation.

Beyond advocacy and authorship, Fanibelle is a multi-award recipient and has earned various certificates and recognitions in leadership, personal development, advocacy, and community engagement. She also has experience in modeling, which has strengthened her confidence, discipline, communication, public presence, and ability to connect with diverse audiences.

Her work sits at the intersection of lived experience, youth leadership, advocacy, storytelling, community engagement, and personal development. She is particularly passionate about ensuring that the voices of children, young people, survivors, and vulnerable communities are not only heard but meaningfully included in conversations about policies, systems, protection, and social change.

At the OpenGov Africa Summit, Fanibelle would bring a survivor-informed youth perspective to conversations on inclusive governance, child protection, youth participation, and social accountability. She seeks to contribute practical insights from her experience working with young people and advocating for safer communities, while highlighting the importance of designing policies and institutions that listen to young people, protect vulnerable populations, and create meaningful pathways for youth to participate in shaping Africa’s future.

Fanibelle’s story represents the potential of turning adversity into advocacy, lived experience into leadership, and personal transformation into social impact. She hopes to use platforms such as the OpenGov Africa Summit to connect with other African changemakers, contribute to meaningful policy conversations, and amplify the voices of young people whose experiences and perspectives deserve a place in Africa’s decision-making spaces.

Nkweni Fanibelle Nantenkog is a young Cameroonian advocate, author, youth leader, speaker, model, and survivor-advocate passionate about child protection, gender-based violence prevention, youth empowerment, personal development, and social change. ... Show more

Mai-Linh K. Hong is a poet and literary scholar whose work explores how refugees know, navigate, and creatively re-imagine their worlds. Her debut poetry collection, CONTINENTAL DRIFT, won the 2025 Trio Award and will be published by Trio House Press in July 2026. Her current research,"Perilous Telling: Story in the Shadow of the Refugee Regime," theorizes refugee storytelling as knowledge-making under global duress. Dr. Hong's articles and essays on Asian American literature, refugees, race, and human rights appear in Amerasia, Verge, MELUS, Law, Culture, and Humanities, and other journals and edited volumes. She is coeditor and coauthor of THE AUNTIE SEWING SQUAD GUIDE TO MASK MAKING, RADICAL CARE, AND RACIAL JUSTICE (U. of Calif. Press, 2021). Dr. Hong's research has been supported by fellowships from ACLS, AAUW, and the Institute of Citizens & Scholars; her poetry, by Voices of Our Nation, Tin House, and the Vermont Studio Center. She is Assistant Professor of Literature at the University of California, Merced.

Mai-Linh K. Hong is a poet and literary scholar whose work explores how refugees know, navigate, and creatively re-imagine their worlds. Her debut poetry collection, CONTINENTAL DRIFT, won the 2025 Trio Award and will be published by Trio House Press... Show more

As a Writer and Director for new media and immersive technologies, I write and design narrative experiences such as Nana Lou, awarded animated and interactive film for virtual reality produced by SMALL Creative / Skill Lab / France Télévisions.
A specialist in new media, I also support creators, producers, agencies, and institutions in the production of their digital formats, and I teach new narrative at university.
Trained as an engineer and researcher in Physics, followed by a Master's degree in New Technology Management from HEC - Télécom Paristech, I built my career around the Internet between the United States and Europe, successively developing skills in software development, marketing, entrepreneurship, and production. I have been innovating in the creation of interactive content and digital experiences for over 25 years .

Works
>> Nana Lou 2024 - A VR animated and interactive tale inviting the viewer to play a spirit accompanying a grandmother in her final moments - Duration : 35 minutes
*European XR Award 2024 - Best User Experience
*Selections in competition - 2024 : Annecy Festival, Venice Biennale, Animateka, Thessaloniki, Stereopsia - 2025 : Lux Film Fest, Kaboom, Anifilm, Anibar, Animest, Clermont Ferrand, Fivars, Guanajato, Kaohsiung, Lëtzebuerger Filmprais

>>Last Night - 2019/2021/2022/2024 - A comics series for Instagram about the neuroscience of addiction in the daily lives of a group of students

As a Writer and Director for new media and immersive technologies, I write and design narrative experiences such as Nana Lou, awarded animated and interactive film for virtual reality produced by SMALL Creative / Skill Lab / France Télévisions. A sp... Show more

Aaron J. Cunningham is a Berlin-based Lead Creative Technologist and specializing in playable browser-based 3D worlds. He built Spirit Realm, a multiplayer Three.js metaverse with automatic BVH colliders, an art gallery, live chat, and NFT minting, showcased at NFT NYC. His work spans Three.js, immersive websites, Web3, and full-stack development. He turns ambitious visual ideas into polished interactive experiences.

Aaron J. Cunningham is a Berlin-based Lead Creative Technologist and specializing in playable browser-based 3D worlds. He built Spirit Realm, a multiplayer Three.js metaverse with automatic BVH colliders, an art gallery, live chat, and NFT minting,... Show more

Osama Abdallah is an English and History educator and Academic Coordinator with extensive experience in teaching, curriculum development, and school improvement practices. He has contributed to national and international education conferences, including the Cognia IMPACT Conference, where he focuses on practical approaches to behavioral and instructional design within schools.

His work explores how school systems, structures, and cultures shape both teacher practice and student learning in everyday contexts. He is particularly interested in bridging the gap between educational intent and classroom reality, and in developing sustainable approaches to school improvement that preserve professional judgment, creativity, and human connection.

Osama Abdallah is an English and History educator and Academic Coordinator with extensive experience in teaching, curriculum development, and school improvement practices. He has contributed to national and international education conferences, includ... Show more

From paintbrushes to Power BI 🎨📊, my path blends art and analysis: I studied hairdressing, special effects makeup, and fine arts, and today I analyze data in a call center. Where I once created imaginary worlds, I now use my imagination to innovate with KPIs, dashboards, and strategic decisions 💡. I still tell stories, but with data as the protagonists. Because creativity isn't abandoned… it transforms 🚀

From paintbrushes to Power BI 🎨📊, my path blends art and analysis: I studied hairdressing, special effects makeup, and fine arts, and today I analyze data in a call center. Where I once created imaginary worlds, I now use my imagination to innovate... Show more

As Head of Design and Development at Diagram, Dennis leads a talented team of designers, developers, and QA specialists. With a background spanning coding, UX, and testing, he champions bold ideas and collaborative problem-solving.

Passionate about design’s power to inspire change, he advocates for ethical standards, professionalism, and a workplace culture that fosters diversity, creativity, and growth.

As Head of Design and Development at Diagram, Dennis leads a talented team of designers, developers, and QA specialists. With a background spanning coding, UX, and testing, he champions bold ideas and collaborative problem-solving. Passionate abou... Show more

Michelle N. Huang is assistant professor of English and Asian American Studies at Northwestern University. She is the author of Racial Beings: Experiments in Asian American New Materialisms (Duke, 2026). Her film essay, INHUMAN FIGURES: Robots, Clones, and Aliens, can be viewed online at the Smithsonian Asian Pacific American Center website.

Michelle N. Huang is assistant professor of English and Asian American Studies at Northwestern University. She is the author of Racial Beings: Experiments in Asian American New Materialisms (Duke, 2026). Her film essay, INHUMAN FIGURES: Robots, Clone... Show more