Nathaly Kalantar holds a Summa Cum Laude degree in Communication from the University of Lima. She is currently working as Game Designer & Assistant Producer at Mr. iO Games, as well as in charge of the Communications area of the Associated Video Game Companies of Peru (CVA). She is the creator of Peru Party VR, the first video game of Peruvian dances in virtual reality, a project that was presented at the IGDA booth during the Game Developers Conference 2024. She was selected as ambassador of Women in Games, and Latin American representative for the program "Get In the Game - GDC 2024" of Women In Games International.

Nathaly Kalantar holds a Summa Cum Laude degree in Communication from the University of Lima. She is currently working as Game Designer & Assistant Producer at Mr. iO Games, as well as in charge of the Communications area of the Associated Video Game... Show more

Nir Bashan spent a lot of time on skid row.

He wasn’t there for the shadow economy of drugs and prostitution and discounts on designer knock offs. Instead, he found his formative years in a warehouse in the middle of skid row in downtown Los Angeles. For what he found in this warehouse changed his life forever.

This warehouse bristled with an energy unlike any he has ever experienced. It was a rehearsal space for musicians from all over the world. Where else could a kid jam with the likes of Fishbone and Rob Zombie? All of which Nir did his best to keep up with. Initially, Nir thought it was the music that made the place so electric. He would spend the rest of his life learning otherwise. It was not the music or art that made the place irresistible. It was the creativity. This experience energized Nir and inspired him to devote the rest of his life to spreading creativity to the four corners of the globe.

Today, Nir is a top business speaker leading innovation for high performing leaders and individuals around the globe. As founder and CEO of The Creator Mindset® LLC, where he helps organizations and leaders foster a culture of innovation with his groundbreaking creativity keynote speeches that supercharge business models to improve profitability, increase sales, and boost customer service. He speaks at conferences and events on the creative potential in every single human being on earth. He is represented by 6 speaking bureaus and is consistently ranked as a top innovation keynote speaker. As an invited guest, he regularly speaks to some of the most beloved brands on earth such as Rolex and Porsche.

Happy clients include Microsoft, AT&T, NFL Network, jetBlue, Ingram Micro, Thermo Fisher Scientific, The National Association of Realtors, Suzuki, Lincoln Financial Group, The Association of Payment Professionals, Ace Hardware, Consilio, Texas and Georgia TSA, The Mortgage Collaborative, The Ohio Municipal League, The International Association of Plastics Distributors, EA Sports, HBCE, Home Stagers and ReDesign Alliance Association, Activision, B. Braun, Cardinal Health, The Institute of Internal Auditors, and many, many more.

Nir Bashan spent a lot of time on skid row. He wasn’t there for the shadow economy of drugs and prostitution and discounts on designer knock offs. Instead, he found his formative years in a warehouse in the middle of skid row in downtown Los Angel... Show more

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An ex SQL Server MVP, database consultant, and trainer, Boris spoke at events in more than 25 countries. His passion for presenting made him leave the world of IT to start a presentation agency where they work on projects even some of the biggest media outlets talk about. He is also the brain behind the largest presentation skills event in the world - Present to Succeed. Boris is a course instructor for Pluralsight and LinkedIn Learning and today spends his time training the tech teams of many of the top brands in the world on writing, designing, and delivering truly effective presentations.

An ex SQL Server MVP, database consultant, and trainer, Boris spoke at events in more than 25 countries. His passion for presenting made him leave the world of IT to start a presentation agency where they work on projects even some of the biggest med... Show more

Oluwatobi sometimes called 'Lobar' is a Product design expert who currently Resides in Nigeria and works Globally. Through Design, Oluwatobi aims to create Digital Product Experiences that seamlessly marry aesthetics and functionality. Outside of design, he enjoys hosting discussions about the Clear Design Path, upskilling, or watching Indian Movies.

Oluwatobi sometimes called 'Lobar' is a Product design expert who currently Resides in Nigeria and works Globally. Through Design, Oluwatobi aims to create Digital Product Experiences that seamlessly marry aesthetics and functionality. Outside of de... Show more

Maurice Andrew, with 7 years of experience in Web3 and crypto marketing; he excels in community leadership, project management, and marketing. His skills range from video/audio editing public speaking and relationship building, showcasing his multitasking efficiency and time management in the dynamic digital realm.

Maurice Andrew, with 7 years of experience in Web3 and crypto marketing; he excels in community leadership, project management, and marketing. His skills range from video/audio editing public speaking and relationship building, showcasing his multita... Show more

Michael Pirovano is a weapons-grade word nerd and passionately curious creative in blockchain and gaming. He currently serves as the Creative Marketing Director at Reach.sh and Freelances Narrative Designer at EarReality.

Michael Pirovano is a weapons-grade word nerd and passionately curious creative in blockchain and gaming. He currently serves as the Creative Marketing Director at Reach.sh and Freelances Narrative Designer at EarReality. Show more

Tim Conniff is a keynote speaker and clean comedian who can deliver a powerful message and/or laughs to any event. Tim's keynote talk "Your Comfort Zone is No Joke!" inspires audiences to get out of their comfort zone, embrace the inevitable failures that come along and cautioning all to stay away from the negative self-talk that is all too common today. Or if you prefer just clean stand-up comedy, Tim is just the person to add some fun and levity to your event!

Tim Conniff is a keynote speaker and clean comedian who can deliver a powerful message and/or laughs to any event. Tim's keynote talk "Your Comfort Zone is No Joke!" inspires audiences to get out of their comfort zone, embrace the inevitable failure... Show more

Pooja is a product designer with over 3+ years of experience in the industry. In addition to her work in product design, she is also passionate about building and growing communities. She currently runs a successful online community called After Offices Hours for product designers, developers providing resources, support, and networking opportunities for professionals in the field. She is also a co organiser of flutter Abu Dhabi & Dubai.

Pooja is a product designer with over 3+ years of experience in the industry. In addition to her work in product design, she is also passionate about building and growing communities. She currently runs a successful online community called After Offi... Show more

Growing up a military child, then serving in the U.S. Army as a service member and MilSpouse, Sarah Doran recognizes the value in advocating for authentic military voices in high quality literature.

Growing up a military child, then serving in the U.S. Army as a service member and MilSpouse, Sarah Doran recognizes the value in advocating for authentic military voices in high quality literature. Show more

Vicki Lynn has been a licensed cosmetologist since 1988 as well as a proficient makeup artist.She has been educating in the industry for over 30 years.She’s acquired skills in many areas of the industry by continuing advanced training and studying under many beauty legends.

Vicki Lynn has been a licensed cosmetologist since 1988 as well as a proficient makeup artist.She has been educating in the industry for over 30 years.She’s acquired skills in many areas of the industry by continuing advanced training and studying un... Show more

Jan Hohenheim worked in the software industry as a programmer, project lead and Scrum master. He wrote a book about Rust for Packt Publishing called "The Rust Standard Library Cookbook".
He is currently a member of the Institute of Neuroinformatics of the UZH and ETH Zurich.
He spends his free time developing games with the Bevy engine, for which he has contributed numerous open source tools. He also volunteers for the Rust gamedev working group.

Jan Hohenheim worked in the software industry as a programmer, project lead and Scrum master. He wrote a book about Rust for Packt Publishing called "The Rust Standard Library Cookbook". He is currently a member of the Institute of Neuroinformatics ... Show more

Ravindu Cooray is the Co-founder and Studio Head at RAM Studios, a game designer, and a lecturer. Driven by his passion for game design and development, he founded RAM Studios, gathering like-minded talents to build the brand. Graduated with a BSc in Mechanical Engineering and subsequently integrated RAM Studios under CodeGen International. Ravindu aims to transform RAM Studios into a leading game developer, contributing to the global video games industry and dedicated to inspiring the next generation to explore opportunities in the gaming industry.

Ravindu Cooray is the Co-founder and Studio Head at RAM Studios, a game designer, and a lecturer. Driven by his passion for game design and development, he founded RAM Studios, gathering like-minded talents to build the brand. Graduated with a BSc in... Show more

What began in 2014 on YouTube as "QueenSheeMee" Discovering your inner Queen, Who is Shee, Within Mee, a video documentation journey of Queen Esther Spivey's self care & self love journey quickly grew as a community of black men & women learning how to care for their own natural beauty, lifestyle, and wellness as little information was shared during that time period on social media. From demos, reviews, unboxings, and daily vlogs grew the demand for Queen Esther to offer Natural Hair Services, in person, which lead her to return to college for Cosmetology, and eventually the birth of "Touched By Queen Esther" in 2018 as a full service salon in the NW FL (Panhandle) Area.

What began in 2014 on YouTube as "QueenSheeMee" Discovering your inner Queen, Who is Shee, Within Mee, a video documentation journey of Queen Esther Spivey's self care & self love journey quickly grew as a community of black men & women learning how ... Show more

Anna McDougall is an engineering director, TEDx speaker, Google Women Techmakers Ambassador, and author of "You Belong in Tech". She grew up in Sydney, Australia, and started coding as a kid: making websites as early as 1995 with HTML in Notepad. After working in marketing and project management, she made her first career change, completing a Masters of Music and moving to Germany to pursue a career as an opera singer. At 32, she rediscovered her love for code and technology and made the switch to software engineering. She quickly discovered her mix of technical, stage, and social skills made her perfect for technical advocacy. She now works as Director, Product and Engineering (Projects and Organisation) for the tech subsidiary of Europe's largest media publisher, Axel Springer National Media & Tech, based in Berlin, Germany. Her work involves coding across multiple teams and projects, general engineering management, and strategic consulting to continuously push for progress in Diversity and Inclusion initiatives. In addition, she loves to speak at events regularly and run workshops for engineers on how best to present their ideas and projects to the public.

Anna McDougall is an engineering director, TEDx speaker, Google Women Techmakers Ambassador, and author of "You Belong in Tech". She grew up in Sydney, Australia, and started coding as a kid: making websites as early as 1995 with HTML in Notepad. Aft... Show more

I'm Ankit Singh, an engineer from India with an enthusiasm for technology and innovation. I jumped into fintech right after graduating, becoming one of the engineers at a promising startup.

Growing up in Bengaluru. I cultivated my technical skills and discovered my passion for technology.

Beyond my professional pursuits, I find immense joy in adventure sports, traveling around the world, making new friends, and spreading love and happiness.

In the Future, I want to run my own startup.

I'm Ankit Singh, an engineer from India with an enthusiasm for technology and innovation. I jumped into fintech right after graduating, becoming one of the engineers at a promising startup. Growing up in Bengaluru. I cultivated my technical skills... Show more

Hello, I'm Julio Souffront, a UX designer at Qik, where my focus is on crafting designs that deeply resonate with users. My background in industrial design has paved the way for a broader mission in my career: to make meaningful contributions through thoughtful design. For me, it’s about more than just looks or functionality; it’s about creating experiences that touch people on a deeper, more human level.

My vision is both humble and ambitious: to make a dent on the world, regardless of its scale. In every project, I strive to create experiences that not only function well but also enrich lives. This approach is underpinned by a philosophy where empathy and respect are as vital as aesthetic appeal and practicality.

But my aspirations go beyond just professional achievements. It's about building a community where ideas are exchanged freely and growth is a shared journey. Every interaction and every piece of feedback presents a new opportunity to learn and evolve. I am dedicated to this path of discovery and innovation, constantly exploring new ways to blend functionality with emotional resonance, and marrying design with experience.

If you’re drawn to the idea of continuous learning and empathetic design, or if you simply want to exchange thoughts over coffee, I’m always open to conversation and collaborative exploration. Let’s connect and see where this journey takes us!

Hello, I'm Julio Souffront, a UX designer at Qik, where my focus is on crafting designs that deeply resonate with users. My background in industrial design has paved the way for a broader mission in my career: to make meaningful contributions through... Show more

Consultant, Instructor, Author, Web Developer, Trainer, and Drupalist. Chaz has been specializing in Open Source web and database development with an emphasis on Component-based design. Chaz's experience has allowed him to participate in such ventures as Lynda.com developing Drupal training videos, Authoring Drupal books for Packt publishing including Drupal 8 Theming with Twig, and Mastering Drupal 8. Best of all is being Lead Web Platform Engineer for the University of California Los Angeles.

Chaz's adventures also allowed him to be an Instructor at the University of Nevada Las Vegas teaching Drupal and various web technologies as well as contributing numerous articles and presentations at NYCCamp, BadCamp, and DrupalCon.  Chaz is a well-known proponent for Component-based theming with Twig and Pattern Lab and is a contributor to the United States Web Design System.

Prior to UCLA, Chaz has filled many roles including Director of Technology, Technical Manager, and Open Source engineer for the Smithsonian where he has helped build a great website such as the National Museum of African American History & Culture and the National Museum of Natural History.

When Chaz is not working on the next great website he is busy spinning his favorite tunes, as he has been a Disc Jockey for the past 30 years taking him from the airwaves to clubs in Japan to playing master of ceremonies for the American Cancer Foundation and other great causes.

His most cherished accomplishment is being married for 25+ years to his wife Rebecca and raising two great kids.  Where he has learned the most valuable lesson in life. "Listen, Love and Cherish".

Consultant, Instructor, Author, Web Developer, Trainer, and Drupalist. Chaz has been specializing in Open Source web and database development with an emphasis on Component-based design. Chaz's experience has allowed him to participate in such venture... Show more

Over 25 years of expertise in leading large-scale Agile transformations across diverse industries. With a background spanning Technology, financial services, hospitality, telecommunications, healthcare, and consumer goods, Ro has been deeply involved in Lean-Agile since 2006 and actively engaged in the Scaled Agile Framework since 2016.
Her proficiency extends to implementing Lean-Agile Centers of Excellence, collaborating with Organizational Change/Leadership, HR, and Finance to foster business agility. Ro is renowned for her exceptional relationship-building skills, excelling in breaking down organizational silos and ensuring alignment between business and IT. She is dedicated to realizing a unified vision for value delivery to customers.
Ro's professional journey began at IBM, where she applied Lean/Agile through Lean Six Sigma work, leading global restructuring, global platform implementations, and fostering collaboration between IT and business. Her commitment to continuous learning has been a driving force behind her success in leading Agile transformations. Ro has a proven track record of establishing cross-functional teams through organizational change, alignment, and collaborative efforts, all guided by a shared vision, mission, purpose, and goals.

Over 25 years of expertise in leading large-scale Agile transformations across diverse industries. With a background spanning Technology, financial services, hospitality, telecommunications, healthcare, and consumer goods, Ro has been deeply involved... Show more

Nirit claims to be saved by Javascript from .Net hell. She’ve been writing code for over a decade. Her career began as a FullStack developer, yet she was always drawn to the FrontEnd adventures. She favor the flavor of Vanilla, and being focusing on FrontEnd infrastructures for the last 4 years.

Nirit claims to be saved by Javascript from .Net hell. She’ve been writing code for over a decade. Her career began as a FullStack developer, yet she was always drawn to the FrontEnd adventures. She favor the flavor of Vanilla, and being focusing on ... Show more

Magnolia Yang Sao Yia, dance artist and scholar, is a Ph.D. candidate in Critical Dance Studies with a Designated Emphasis in Southeast Asian Studies from University of California, Riverside. She holds a BFA in Dance and Minor in Asian American Studies from University of Minnesota, Twin Cities. Her dissertation examines Hmong dance as a site of HMoob identity formation in the U.S. diaspora. Working from a transnational feminist and decolonial praxis, she imagines and works to activate a cultural politic of HMoob belonging and self-determination that is critical of colonial and imperial value systems, especially those that subjugate difference.

Magnolia Yang Sao Yia, dance artist and scholar, is a Ph.D. candidate in Critical Dance Studies with a Designated Emphasis in Southeast Asian Studies from University of California, Riverside. She holds a BFA in Dance and Minor in Asian American Studi... Show more

Niles Garden: CEO, Real Estate Consultant, and Visionary Entrepreneur

Based in Sarasota County, Florida, Niles Garden is a distinguished leader and innovative entrepreneur who heads Downtown Living Inc. and the national STELLAR ENTERTAINMENT GROUP INC. With a storied career in real estate and entertainment, he has earned multiple accolades as a property management expert and real estate advisor.

As the force behind Downtown Living Inc., he has reshaped urban living in Sarasota through exceptional real estate solutions. His broader entrepreneurial journey includes founding and steering numerous companies across various sectors.

Niles owns STELLAR ENTERTAINMENT GROUP INC., where he oversees a portfolio of family-oriented brands, including the historic Garden Bros Circus and the thrilling Monster Trucks. Garden Bros Circus, a part of his family's legacy, has been a primary circus name for over a century and is recognized as the most prominent circus globally. Under his leadership, Monster Truckz has ascended to become the world's second-largest monster truck show, offering audiences spectacular shows filled with extreme motorsports adventures.

A dedicated philanthropist, he supports nonprofit organizations and worthy causes throughout Sarasota County, Florida, and nationwide. His philanthropic activities are a testament to his commitment to giving back to the community.

In his personal life, Niles enjoys aviation, sailing, and quality time with his family, cherishing the moments away from his professional commitments.

Current Ventures:

STELLAR ENTERTAINMENT GROUP INC. is a premier name in family entertainment. It hosts Garden Bros Circus and Monster Truckz, which promise unforgettable experiences through their Extreme, Mayhem, and Chaos tours.

Downtown Living Inc.: Spearheads innovative residential and commercial real estate solutions in Sarasota, enhancing urban lifestyles and enriching the community.

Niles Garden continues to inspire with his entrepreneurial spirit, commitment to excellence, and unwavering support of community endeavors.

Niles Garden: CEO, Real Estate Consultant, and Visionary Entrepreneur Based in Sarasota County, Florida, Niles Garden is a distinguished leader and innovative entrepreneur who heads Downtown Living Inc. and the national STELLAR ENTERTAINMENT GROUP... Show more

At the intersection of fashion and tech. Enjoying each project I create and/or contribute to. 🙂

At the intersection of fashion and tech. Enjoying each project I create and/or contribute to. 🙂 Show more

Product Owner UX et passionné de graphisme, je travaille au sein de l’agence Bewizyu sur les interfaces de nos clients. Contributeur du blog, je suis toujours à l’affût des dernières tendances graphiques et UX afin de pouvoir les travailler et créer une expérience utilisateur optimale.
Ex-entrepreneur et ayant eu plusieurs vies ma curiosité se trouve résumée dans une citation de J.K Chesterton : « Il n’y a pas de sujet peu intéressant, il n’y a que des personnes peu intéressées »

Product Owner UX et passionné de graphisme, je travaille au sein de l’agence Bewizyu sur les interfaces de nos clients. Contributeur du blog, je suis toujours à l’affût des dernières tendances graphiques et UX afin de pouvoir les travailler et créer ... Show more

Joshua is an award-winning Developer Advocate, speaker, and engineer from New York. As a Developer Advocate for ByteDance Open Source Program Office (OSPO), Joshua has spent his time empowering developers to create innovative solutions using cutting-edge open-source technologies. Previously, Joshua worked at Wix, leading Product and R&D engagements for their Developer Relations Team. He successfully created content, tutorials, and curated events for the web development community.
Joshua has made many notable contributions to open-source technologies such as ByConity, and RSPack. In addition to being a Developer Advocate, Joshua is also a musician and a mentor for aspiring developers.

Joshua is an award-winning Developer Advocate, speaker, and engineer from New York. As a Developer Advocate for ByteDance Open Source Program Office (OSPO), Joshua has spent his time empowering developers to create innovative solutions using cutting-... Show more

A product designer who is particular about creating intentional designs that addresses humans needs and meets business goals, while preaching the gospel of design.

A product designer who is particular about creating intentional designs that addresses humans needs and meets business goals, while preaching the gospel of design. Show more

I am a visionary product design leader with a passion for creating exceptional user experiences and driving innovation in B2B and SaaS products. With a proven track record of success in leading cross-functional teams, I have a deep understanding of the intricacies of product design and a keen eye for detail. My expertise lies in crafting intuitive and visually appealing interfaces that solve complex problems and drive business growth.

Throughout my career, I have spearheaded the design of cutting-edge products, working closely with stakeholders to align design strategies with business objectives. I excel in translating user needs and market trends into compelling design solutions that resonate with customers and drive competitive advantage. With a strong background in interaction design, I have successfully delivered seamless and delightful user experiences that have resulted in increased user adoption and customer satisfaction.

As a natural collaborator and mentor, I thrive in fostering a culture of creativity and continuous learning within design teams. I have a proven ability to inspire and motivate designers to reach their full potential, resulting in high-performing teams that consistently deliver outstanding results.

My skill set includes expertise in B2B product design, SaaS product development, design leadership, user experience (UX) design, interaction design, and design thinking. I stay abreast of the latest industry trends and emerging technologies, ensuring that I am at the forefront of innovation in the ever-evolving field of product design.

I am a visionary product design leader with a passion for creating exceptional user experiences and driving innovation in B2B and SaaS products. With a proven track record of success in leading cross-functional teams, I have a deep understanding of t... Show more

Wasiu Animashaun is a talented and innovative music nft community builder. Since 2017  Wasiu has curated a community of misfits who love the crypto space.

Wasiu Animashaun is a talented and innovative music nft community builder. Since 2017  Wasiu has curated a community of misfits who love the crypto space. Show more

Jet Kernaghan enjoys engaging in dirt bike riding and bushwalking in Springbrook and the MacPherson Ranges, located in the scenic rim of his suburb 4123 QLD. However, his main passion lies in music production, with a specific interest in recording studio techniques. Jet is well-versed in using the log format for recording and prefers using Gibson Guitars and Native Instruments software. When it comes to digital audio workstations (DAWs), Jet often deliberates between Logic and Protools, weighing their respective pros and cons. As for determining the best DAW for music production, it remains subjective and depends on individual preferences and specific needs.

Jet Kernaghan enjoys engaging in dirt bike riding and bushwalking in Springbrook and the MacPherson Ranges, located in the scenic rim of his suburb 4123 QLD. However, his main passion lies in music production, with a specific interest in recording st... Show more

My name is Kiran Joy and I am a Senior consultant at Avanade. Currently, I am part of a REST API integration team and help different front-end teams integrate with a variety of backend systems working primary on.Net Web API. At work, I like to innovate on ELK (Elastic Logstash Kibana) stack with the aim of making debugging issues in development environments a bit less painfull. Before Avanade, I was a Sitecore developer for a digital agency.
Outside work my biggest technology passion is IOT (excluding the data analytics part). I am currently working on an Automated sprinkler system (painfully learning the fact that prototyping is easy and implementing it in a real environment is hard) at home using ESP2866, MQTT and home assistant.
Outside technology, I do enjoy woodworking, a game of soccer or cricket or go camping or 4Wding if I can negotiate time with my 18-month daughter (so far it is pretty one-sided as she always gets what she wants).

My name is Kiran Joy and I am a Senior consultant at Avanade. Currently, I am part of a REST API integration team and help different front-end teams integrate with a variety of backend systems working primary on.Net Web API. At work, I like to innova... Show more