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

Lina Falk (NO) is a service designer at Helse Vest IKT in Bergen, Norway. She believes design has the role and power to articulate invisible structures, listen for subtle stories and ultimately expand our collective imagination of what is possible. At HVIKT she works with patients, next of kin and health professionals to support and improve their experiences with the healthcare system.

Lina Falk (NO) is a service designer at Helse Vest IKT in Bergen, Norway. She believes design has the role and power to articulate invisible structures, listen for subtle stories and ultimately expand our collective imagination of what is possible. A... Show more

Apasionada por la tecnología, el arte y la educación, María José Conejo es una ingeniera en software con especialización en desarrollo front-end, ciberseguridad y un amor profundo por el arte. Es lider de equipo del programa Mentes en Acción y docente en Rocket Girls, donde inspira a jóvenes a incursionar en el mundo de la programación. Su experiencia incluye enseñar fundamentos de JavaScript y Linux, así como desarrollar proyectos innovadores que fusionan diseño y lógica. Como mentora y líder de iniciativas como Ecosysteam for Women, impulsa a mujeres en carreras STEAM a alcanzar su máximo potencial a través de la colaboración y el networking. En su tiempo libre, explora la intersección entre arte y tecnología, creando experiencias únicas que motivan tanto a principiantes como a expertos.

Apasionada por la tecnología, el arte y la educación, María José Conejo es una ingeniera en software con especialización en desarrollo front-end, ciberseguridad y un amor profundo por el arte. Es lider de equipo del programa Mentes en Acción y doce... 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

Lorrayne Ribeiro, also known as Lorrayne Peri, is a Brazilian engineer and the founder of Female Reserve. The company tracks how women's physical function changes through midlife, starting with muscle, because women don't age in departments. She trained in Production Engineering at Universidade Federal Fluminense and studied entrepreneurship in emerging economies through HarvardX. She has built companies in construction, real estate, consumer goods and AI, and was co-founder and CEO of Gemino. She was diagnosed with breast cancer in her twenties, an experience that shapes her work. Under the name Lorrayne Peri, she wrote PULSE, a romantic suspense novel set in tech. She works internationally and speaks in person or remotely.

Lorrayne Ribeiro, also known as Lorrayne Peri, is a Brazilian engineer and the founder of Female Reserve. The company tracks how women's physical function changes through midlife, starting with muscle, because women don't age in departments. She trai... Show more

Alex Nudelman is a Senior Full-Stack AI Engineer at Clutch Security, focused on building the next generation of AI-powered software. His work spans React, Node.js, Python, frontend architecture, Generative AI, Agentic AI, autonomous agents, and AI governance. Alex is passionate about turning emerging AI capabilities into practical developer tools and experiences, and is known for his hands-on approach and live demos. Outside of work, he’s an electronic music producer and the proud father of three boys.

Alex Nudelman is a Senior Full-Stack AI Engineer at Clutch Security, focused on building the next generation of AI-powered software. His work spans React, Node.js, Python, frontend architecture, Generative AI, Agentic AI, autonomous agents, and AI go... Show more

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

As a Co-Founder and Managing Partner at Physics, I bring product and design leadership to build businesses and products for a variety of clients and industries. Physics Studio is a design, innovation, and technology studio that brings ideas to life through rapid learning and strategic experimentation.

As a Co-Founder and Managing Partner at Physics, I bring product and design leadership to build businesses and products for a variety of clients and industries. Physics Studio is a design, innovation, and technology studio that brings ideas to life t... Show more

Prof. Dr. Esma Dumanlı Kadızade is a Mersin University scholar specializing in Turkish language education, modern literature, and children's fiction. Her research encompasses literary theory, education, gender, mythology, fantasy, and cultural transmission. She has pioneered theoretical approaches in her field, focusing on Diversity, Magical Realism, and Fantasy Fiction Analysis. Additionally, she is the founder and publisher of CHEDAR, Turkey's first scientific children's literature journal, established in 2017.

Prof. Dr. Esma Dumanlı Kadızade is a Mersin University scholar specializing in Turkish language education, modern literature, and children's fiction. Her research encompasses literary theory, education, gender, mythology, fantasy, and cultural transm... Show more

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

I am an Early Years Educator at GEMS Genesis International School, Ahmedabad, India, passionate about designing inquiry-driven, experiential learning that empowers young children to become curious, confident, and future-ready learners. My background in Interior Design and Textile & Apparel Design has shaped the way I approach education, allowing me to blend creativity, design thinking, and innovation into meaningful classroom experiences.

I believe children learn best when they are given authentic opportunities to explore, question, collaborate, create, and reflect. My practice focuses on intentionally integrating conceptual understanding (IQ), emotional intelligence (EQ), and experiential intelligence (XQ) through purposeful inquiry, real-world connections, and learner agency. I strive to create classrooms where every experience builds critical thinking, creativity, communication, empathy, and responsible action.

I enjoy sharing practical, classroom-tested strategies that educators can adapt to design engaging, reflective, and impactful learning experiences. My goal is to inspire learning environments where children don't simply acquire knowledge—they develop the confidence and skills to thrive as lifelong learners and meaningful contributors to their communities.

I am an Early Years Educator at GEMS Genesis International School, Ahmedabad, India, passionate about designing inquiry-driven, experiential learning that empowers young children to become curious, confident, and future-ready learners. My background ... Show more

Ndèye Fatou Diouf est une communicante digitale sénégalaise engagée dans la société civile, spécialisée dans l’activisme numérique, la mobilisation communautaire et la communication pour le changement social. Elle est actuellement chargée de communication digitale à AfricTivistes, où elle accompagne des initiatives citoyennes panafricaines en faveur de la démocratie, des droits humains et de la gouvernance numérique à travers des stratégies de communication et d’engagement en ligne.
Elle est également Social Media Manager de Dialogue Migration, un média engagé sur les enjeux migratoires, et coordinatrice des Sahels Activistes du Sénégal, où elle contribue à la structuration de mouvements citoyens et au renforcement des dynamiques militantes locales. Son parcours l’a aussi conduite à collaborer avec Pollicy en tant que coordinatrice régionale au Sénégal sur les questions liées à l’avenir du travail et à l’inclusion numérique.
Forte d’une formation en marketing et communication, Ndèye Fatou Diouf met le numérique au service des causes sociales, de la participation citoyenne et de l’amplification des voix souvent marginalisées dans l’espace public.

Ndèye Fatou Diouf est une communicante digitale sénégalaise engagée dans la société civile, spécialisée dans l’activisme numérique, la mobilisation communautaire et la communication pour le changement social. Elle est actuellement chargée de communic... Show more

Moses is a Developer Advocate for Fire TV & Alexa+ at Amazon. He manages the developer community forum and content workstreams, writes articles and creates videos, and is a passionate agentic coder.

He previously worked as an English teacher and independent filmmaker. In his free time, he likes to write fiction and spend time with his wife Basak and dog Luna.

Moses is a Developer Advocate for Fire TV & Alexa+ at Amazon. He manages the developer community forum and content workstreams, writes articles and creates videos, and is a passionate agentic coder. He previously worked as an English teacher and i... Show more

Hello, appelez-moi Kage !

Je suis un Product Designer et FOF Douala Community Advocate.

J'ai eu à travailler sur différents projets avec différentes thématiques, entre SAAS et Fintech ! Je cherche toujours à m'améliorer, à la fois dans la façon dont les choses fonctionnent et dans la façon dont je résous les besoins des utilisateurs tout en gardant l'objectif commercial en vue ! Je suis passionné de culture japonaise, comme vous le remarquerez probablement, mais surtout je cherche toujours à m'améliorer, quelle que soit la discipline.
Ahhh oui, mon personnage préféré de tous les mangas est Kirua Zoldick.😊

Hello, appelez-moi Kage ! Je suis un Product Designer et FOF Douala Community Advocate. J'ai eu à travailler sur différents projets avec différentes thématiques, entre SAAS et Fintech ! Je cherche toujours à m'améliorer, à la fois dans la façon... Show more

Kewir Jewel is a full-stack developer passionate about building web applications that solve real-world problems. He works with React, Node.js, PHP, Django, and APIs, and enjoys turning ideas and designs into functional, user-focused products. He is also exploring Generative AI and AI agents while continuously developing his technical skills. Jewel is passionate about learning, collaboration, and sharing knowledge with other developers, with a strong interest in using technology to create meaningful impact in Africa.

Kewir Jewel is a full-stack developer passionate about building web applications that solve real-world problems. He works with React, Node.js, PHP, Django, and APIs, and enjoys turning ideas and designs into functional, user-focused products. He is a... Show more

Waleed Arshad is a dedicated software architect and community leader within the global Flutter ecosystem. As Pakistan's first Google Developer Expert in Flutter and the author of "Managing State in Flutter Pragmatically," Waleed is passionate about sharing his knowledge. He currently works as a Senior Software Engineer at talabat (UAE) and contributes to academia as a remote Visiting Faculty at IBA Karachi, where he also holds a Masters in Computer Science. Waleed further strengthens the tech community as the Tech Director of GDG Cloud Emirates (Dubai) and has been instrumental in nurturing Flutter Karachi for the past seven years.

Waleed Arshad is a dedicated software architect and community leader within the global Flutter ecosystem. As Pakistan's first Google Developer Expert in Flutter and the author of "Managing State in Flutter Pragmatically," Waleed is passionate about s... Show more

Owen Williams is a Principal Software Engineer at Grafana Labs specializing in real-time translation between different metrics platform formats and query languages. An avid contributor to open source, he has been a core contributor to the libre Mixxx DJ Software for 15 years. In a previous life he was an on-line editor and colorist for tv and feature films.

Owen Williams is a Principal Software Engineer at Grafana Labs specializing in real-time translation between different metrics platform formats and query languages. An avid contributor to open source, he has been a core contributor to the libre Mixxx... Show more

Entre le développement et la solution se trouvent une myriade de domaines dans lesquels Julien Sere aime naviguer : architecture, coding, testing, UX et DevOps. Profil pragmatique et polyvalent, habitué des rôles transverses et de la transmission de savoir, il cherche avant tout à rendre les sujets complexes concrets, accessibles et utiles.

Chanteur passionné et curieux de nature, il explore également les passerelles entre musique, IA, électronique et développement logiciel, avec une approche orientée partage d’expérience et apprentissage terrain.

Entre le développement et la solution se trouvent une myriade de domaines dans lesquels Julien Sere aime naviguer : architecture, coding, testing, UX et DevOps. Profil pragmatique et polyvalent, habitué des rôles transverses et de la transmission de ... Show more

With over 15 years of experience across CBSE, ICSE, and IGCSE curricula, Ms. Armstead serves as the Dean of Curriculum and Studies, bringing a strong commitment to evidence-informed practice and innovation in teaching and learning. In addition to leading whole-school curriculum design, progression, and implementation, she also drives professional development, fostering a culture of reflective practice, instructional coaching, and continuous growth among staff. Known for her ability to translate vision into impactful classroom practice, she has led initiatives that strengthen student agency, enhance curriculum relevance, and elevate teaching standards across phases including mentoring the GATE programme at NMS and enhancing provisions for Gifted and Talented learners. Beyond her professional responsibilities, Samudrika has a deep passion for theatre and literature, which continues to shape her approach to learning as creative, expressive, and meaningful. She is driven by a commitment to future-proofing the curriculum and empowering teachers and students alike, with the competencies and adaptability needed to thrive in an ever-evolving world.

With over 15 years of experience across CBSE, ICSE, and IGCSE curricula, Ms. Armstead serves as the Dean of Curriculum and Studies, bringing a strong commitment to evidence-informed practice and innovation in teaching and learning. In addition to lea... Show more

Schalk is a product design and engineering consultant working on various personal, commercial, and open-source projects. He usually finds himself at the intersection of interaction design and software engineering, having done contract work for National Treasury, The Google Foundation, The Coca Cola Company, Replit, and various others. He has lectured in a senior capacity at the Academy of Digital Arts, Open Window, University of Pretoria and co-created the Interaction Design degree at Cape Town Creative Academy. He also co-founded, and currently serves as administrative director, of Frontend Engineering and Design South Africa (FEDSA).

Schalk is a product design and engineering consultant working on various personal, commercial, and open-source projects. He usually finds himself at the intersection of interaction design and software engineering, having done contract work for Nation... Show more

Machine Learning Practitioner and Community Strategist dedicated to driving Nigeria’s tech ecosystem. Formerly sevred as a Campus Lead for Google Developers Group (GDG) and a Campus Strategist for Perplexity AI, she has championed "permissionless leadership," growing her local developer community with active members.

Praise combines technical expertise with grassroots impact. Trained with Nigeria's premier AI organization, she has worked on building AI tools for healthcare and education, focusing on bridging the gap between global technology and local application.

She is on a mission to prove that world-class innovation happens in Africa, not just is imported to it. Praise believes the next generation of African leaders won't just use AI—they will shape it.

Machine Learning Practitioner and Community Strategist dedicated to driving Nigeria’s tech ecosystem. Formerly sevred as a Campus Lead for Google Developers Group (GDG) and a Campus Strategist for Perplexity AI, she has championed "permissionless lea... Show more

Michael Arbuckle serves as Executive In Residence within LadderStone’s Banking Practice, bringing deep expertise in financial product innovation, banking technology stack development, and strategic capital advisory. Michael leverages extensive experience in fintech, including roles at leading financial institutions such as Silicon Valley Bank and Charles Schwab, to guide LadderStone’s banking clients through complex technology transformations and product development initiatives. He actively leads projects involving the design, implementation, and enhancement of core banking systems, treasury workstations, trading platforms, and fintech solutions tailored to meet evolving regulatory requirements and market demands. Michael’s hands-on approach enables banks and financial institutions to integrate innovative technology solutions, streamline operational processes, and successfully deploy new financial products, positioning them to capitalize on strategic growth opportunities in a rapidly evolving financial landscape.

Michael Arbuckle serves as Executive In Residence within LadderStone’s Banking Practice, bringing deep expertise in financial product innovation, banking technology stack development, and strategic capital advisory. Michael leverages extensive experi... Show more

Shivam is a Senior Product Designer at eBay’s core AI team, based in Berlin, shaping the future of e-commerce. Prior to eBay he worked on leading the designs efforts for couple of AI driven initiatives at Trivago, global leader in travel tech. He advocates for a human-centered approach to AI, emphasizing the critical balance between technology and empathy in shaping user experiences. Before trivago, he contributed to Sprinklr, helping to redefine unified customer experience management. He also interned at Microsoft.

Shivam is a Senior Product Designer at eBay’s core AI team, based in Berlin, shaping the future of e-commerce. Prior to eBay he worked on leading the designs efforts for couple of AI driven initiatives at Trivago, global leader in travel tech. He adv... Show more

Alexandra Zakharova est Senior Technical Trainer chez Microsoft, spécialisée en Data et Intelligence Artificielle, et professeure universitaire. Elle est passionnée par la transmission des connaissances et la veille technologique. Elle intervient régulièrement lors de conférences pour partager les dernières avancées en IA.

Alexandra Zakharova est Senior Technical Trainer chez Microsoft, spécialisée en Data et Intelligence Artificielle, et professeure universitaire. Elle est passionnée par la transmission des connaissances et la veille technologique. Elle intervient rég... Show more

After a failed bid at rock stardom Trevor eventually found a way to get paid for writing software with Macromedia Flash. After twenty years and dabbling with Python, Ruby, Objective-C and C# he now works almost exclusively on the JVM. As a software engineer at Lunatech, Trevor provides expert advice on Akka, Scala and software development in general as a member of teams working directly with clients as well as internal projects. He also enjoys his role as mentor guiding some of Lunatech's junior engineers.

After a failed bid at rock stardom Trevor eventually found a way to get paid for writing software with Macromedia Flash. After twenty years and dabbling with Python, Ruby, Objective-C and C# he now works almost exclusively on the JVM. As a software e... Show more

Pierfrancesco Conte è Agile Coach, Scrum Master e Business Agility practitioner, con esperienza in contesti enterprise complessi. Supporta team e leader in percorsi di trasformazione organizzativa, lavorando su collaborazione, facilitazione, enablement di Product Owner e Scrum Master, comunicazione del cambiamento e miglioramento continuo.

Negli ultimi anni sta orientando il proprio posizionamento verso Enterprise Transformation e AI Adoption, esplorando come l’intelligenza artificiale possa amplificare — e non sostituire — capacità umane come giudizio, apprendimento, conversazioni di qualità e decision making.

Unisce al lavoro in ambito Coaching e Business Agility una forte passione per public speaking, musica, magia e mentalismo. Nei suoi talk usa l’illusionismo come metafora concreta per rendere visibili dinamiche organizzative spesso invisibili: attenzione, percezione, fiducia e cambiamento.

Pierfrancesco Conte è Agile Coach, Scrum Master e Business Agility practitioner, con esperienza in contesti enterprise complessi. Supporta team e leader in percorsi di trasformazione organizzativa, lavorando su collaborazione, facilitazione, enableme... Show more

Sam Ghanem is the Founder and CMO of SG INK, a full-service branding and marketing agency she has built since 2002, and the creator of IASG, her personal brand and fractional CMO practice. She delivered the TEDx talk "It's Contagious: The Way You Treat Yourself Spreads" and has taken the stage 100+ times in a single year across keynotes, comedy, emcee work, and TEDx events. Sam is the creator of the Wholeness Gap and Joy Cheat Code frameworks, and serves on the boards of the One Man One Mic Foundation and BBB South Florida & The Caribbean. A first-generation American with Lebanese roots, she brings a stand-up comedian's timing to conversations most speakers treat as purely clinical.

Sam Ghanem is the Founder and CMO of SG INK, a full-service branding and marketing agency she has built since 2002, and the creator of IASG, her personal brand and fractional CMO practice. She delivered the TEDx talk "It's Contagious: The Way You Tre... Show more

Khalid Musa Ahmad is a Nigerian photojournalist, visual storyteller, poet, and communications professional passionate about using technology to amplify human stories and create social impact.

He is the founder of Kx Core, a creative platform focused on visual storytelling, and BAE Book Club, a community that promotes reading, critical thinking, and meaningful conversations among young people.

As the Communications Officer at Havard Hub, Khalid has documented development programmes, humanitarian interventions, governance initiatives, youth empowerment projects, and public health campaigns across Nigeria. His work combines photography, writing, multimedia storytelling, and emerging technologies to make complex issues more accessible and engaging.

Beyond journalism, Khalid is a visual artist who specializes in charcoal portraiture and an advocate for lifelong learning. He is currently expanding his expertise in AI, digital tools, cybersecurity, and user experience design through continuous professional development, with a growing interest in how technology can strengthen journalism, digital verification, and creative communication.

Through his work, Khalid hopes to inspire more young Africans to use creativity, ethical technology, and compelling storytelling to solve problems, build communities, and shape a better future.

Khalid Musa Ahmad is a Nigerian photojournalist, visual storyteller, poet, and communications professional passionate about using technology to amplify human stories and create social impact. He is the founder of Kx Core, a creative platform focu... Show more

Soy Unreal Engine Technical Artist, 3D Generalist y fundador de 25CO Interactive, estudio ecuatoriano especializado en experiencias interactivas, VR/MR y desarrollo 3D en tiempo real.

He trabajado en producción 3D para proyectos vinculados a propiedades y marcas internacionales como Warner y Marvel, y actualmente desarrollo experiencias standalone para Meta Quest que incorporan multiplayer, hand tracking, Mixed Reality e interacción multimodal.

Paralelamente, tengo una trayectoria internacional en diseño de origami, con publicaciones especializadas y participación como representante y conferencista en eventos relacionados con esta disciplina. Esta combinación entre arte, diseño, tecnología e interacción ha influido directamente en mi forma de abordar experiencias digitales y físicas.

Mi trabajo actual se enfoca en convertir ideas y prototipos tecnológicos en experiencias que puedan funcionar en entornos reales, explorando aplicaciones de XR en entretenimiento, capacitación, simulación, retail y otras industrias.

Soy Unreal Engine Technical Artist, 3D Generalist y fundador de 25CO Interactive, estudio ecuatoriano especializado en experiencias interactivas, VR/MR y desarrollo 3D en tiempo real. He trabajado en producción 3D para proyectos vinculados a propi... Show more

Lee Silber is the award-winning author who turns his best selling books into fun and interactive presentations that make people think, laugh, learn, and interact. For more about Lee go: www.leesilber.com

Lee Silber is the award-winning author who turns his best selling books into fun and interactive presentations that make people think, laugh, learn, and interact. For more about Lee go: www.leesilber.com Show more