Nominated designer of the week by one of Nigeria's leading Tech startups, HerTechTrail Academy, Divine Chinyere Ezendiokwere is a passionate and admirable product designer and content creator. With a background in content writing and storytelling, her career expands over several industries including volunteering, teen advocacy, public speaking, and lifestyle.

Divine is a graduate of Plant Science and Biotechnology from a Nigerian university. She is a leadership builder who delivers high-energy keynote presentations that challenge audiences to leverage their focus and pay attention to what matters most at work and in life.

Oh, did we mention that she is from Anambra and a lastborn? Why does it matter? Well, it means that she's a bit mischievous, pretty witty, and a little cheeky. She is also an unofficial food lover... and an enthusiastic adventurer.

Nominated designer of the week by one of Nigeria's leading Tech startups, HerTechTrail Academy, Divine Chinyere Ezendiokwere is a passionate and admirable product designer and content creator. With a background in content writing and storytelling, he... Show more

Teddy studied music and art in high school and after graduating from high school, he co-founded a music agency, production house and has more than eight years of experience in the content industry, including music production, music video production, movie production, podcasts and digital magazines. studio and the head of investment department of Rock records (Most iconic mandarin label since 1980s).

Teddy studied music and art in high school and after graduating from high school, he co-founded a music agency, production house and has more than eight years of experience in the content industry, including music production, music video production, ... Show more

After a previous career as a classical musician, I have spent the last 20+ years coding the full stack as an independent software developer and business owner. From Classic ASP, through Php, Python, NodeJS and for the last several years focusing on front-end-only development, blockchain and web3. Always pushing the envelope to see what else is possible.

After a previous career as a classical musician, I have spent the last 20+ years coding the full stack as an independent software developer and business owner. From Classic ASP, through Php, Python, NodeJS and for the last several years focusing on f... Show more

Dr. S. Renee Mitchell, educator, entrepreneur, and a Pulitzer Prize-nominated former journalist, is the visionary founder of a nationally award-winning and transformative, youth leadership-development initiative called: I Am M.O.R.E. (Making Ourselves Resilient Everyday). This organization offers an upstream prescription and culturally relevant social-emotional learning (SEL) approach to the low achievement and self-esteem of Black who are internally suffering from being spirit-murdered in classrooms, society and within families. Dr. Renee’s youth-development organization has a trifecta seal of approval: Research-, evidence- and theory-based. Motivated by intention and heart, Renee’s deepest desire is to help others use their creativity to let go, gather up and move on in order to find their voice, inner sources of healing and joy , and their own unique place in the world

Dr. S. Renee Mitchell, educator, entrepreneur, and a Pulitzer Prize-nominated former journalist, is the visionary founder of a nationally award-winning and transformative, youth leadership-development initiative called: I Am M.O.R.E. (Making Ourselve... Show more

Jim Hernandez is a passionate NFT Project Manager with an innate desire and dedication to bring strong teams together. His goal is to educate and onboard more people into the Web3 space while bringing more awareness to his project.

Leveraging over 30 years of combined experience in High-volume retail recruiting, High-end Retail Management, and as a Personal Stylist in fashion to offer his services in a compelling and informative manner in this space.

Born in Puerto Rico and raised in the South Bronx, Jim has been happily married for five years and is a proud father of a two-year-old boy. He has spent the last ten years traveling the country via his profession, and after spending four years living in Hawaii, Jim currently resides in Scottsdale, Arizona, with his wife and son.

Jim Hernandez is a passionate NFT Project Manager with an innate desire and dedication to bring strong teams together. His goal is to educate and onboard more people into the Web3 space while bringing more awareness to his project. Leveraging o... Show more

Currently leading design and strategy for Conversational AI at Google. Previously at R/GA, Disney and Hulu. SCAD alumni.

Currently leading design and strategy for Conversational AI at Google. Previously at R/GA, Disney and Hulu. SCAD alumni. Show more

Starting my journey in traditional BIZ-DEV, I've turned dreams into over $225.5 Mil in tangible sales, guiding startups of all sizes.

Apart from that, I've founded legendary NYC coffee / espresso bars (Sweetleaf in Brooklyn & Queens) and even a Landmark comedy club (The Creek & Cave in Long Island CIty)

Diving into the digital, I caught the NFT wave early. Active in many NFT communities, I've become a voice & guiding hand, moderating communities & nurturing discussions.

Now, as a Web3 consultant, I bridge the old with the groundbreaking new, ensuring brands are ready for this NFT-driven era. Yet, at its core, it's always been about the community for me. Mentoring, guiding, & connecting! As always, Empowering, the next generation of disruptors!

Starting my journey in traditional BIZ-DEV, I've turned dreams into over $225.5 Mil in tangible sales, guiding startups of all sizes. Apart from that, I've founded legendary NYC coffee / espresso bars (Sweetleaf in Brooklyn & Queens) and even a L... Show more

I’m an Author, Publisher, Conference Speaker and a Leadership Consultant.
I’m a young African Leaders Initiative (YALI) fellow and I have been an adjunct lecturer on the program since 2018, where I teach Leadership. In 2018 and 2019 respectively, I was nominated and recognized as Young Influential Author in Ghana and my books were nominated and recognized in the category of non-fiction, motivational books in Ghana.
I’m the founder of Macbryt Publications and Dream Africa Network, a publishing firm and an NGO.

I’m an Author, Publisher, Conference Speaker and a Leadership Consultant. I��m a young African Leaders Initiative (YALI) fellow and I have been an adjunct lecturer on the program since 2018, where I teach Leadership. In 2018 and 2019 respectively, I... Show more

Rebecca is a self-confessed nerd who works at the intersection of people and technology to solve problems for the enterprise through product management, technology adoption and employee experience design. She’s happiest when she can combine her loves of technology, creativity and human behaviour to build inclusive workplace experiences.

She has been building intranets, nurturing enterprise social and facilitating internal communications since 2009, is a 3 x Microsoft MVP (M365 Apps & Services) and is enhance the workplace experience at Avanade as a Manager and Product Owner in IT responsible for Collaboration. She has a Bachelor’s Degree in Business (Marketing) and is pleasantly surprised that it still comes in handy.

In her spare time Rebecca is a serial hobbyist, and while some obsessions come and go, sketching has been a constant. She’s been drawing since she could grip a crayon, and is a “failed” art student who now shares her love of sketching and sketchnotes whenever the opportunity presents. She’s currently studying Psychology to enhance her current work practice and to further her work as an advocate and ally for chronic illness, neurodiversity and first nations people.

Sharing knowledge is her default and she enjoys blogging, tweeting, presenting and coaching as a way to give back, learn and meet interesting people.

Rebecca is a self-confessed nerd who works at the intersection of people and technology to solve problems for the enterprise through product management, technology adoption and employee experience design. She’s happiest when she can combine her loves... Show more

20 years of graphic design, 10 years of product design, and experience with inclusion, accessibility, and design community.

Soren designs inclusive and accessible systems, communities, and products. They most recently have been spending their time consulting big brands on inclusive design decisions, mitigating financial Inequality, and championing accessibility. They also guest speak, educate, consult, and write about inclusive design, employee equity in tech, and accessibility. Otherwise, you can find them eating large amounts of plants and collecting enamel pins in the NYC metro.

20 years of graphic design, 10 years of product design, and experience with inclusion, accessibility, and design community. Soren designs inclusive and accessible systems, communities, and products. They most recently have been spending their time... Show more

Dr. Ayse Glass has a doctorate in architecture, her specialty is acoustics, as well as algorithmic and generative design. After studying architecture, she completed her Master's degree in building physics and materials science with a focus on concert hall acoustics. She received her doctorate in construction technology. She developed a design method and an interactive simulation program, together with a computer scientist. Part of the work was to analyze the generated data for design optimization. She is also a practicing architect with buildings in Istanbul, Italy, Azerbaijan, Iraq, Turkmenistan, and Libya. She is currently researching in the field of synthetic data generation and smart city use cases for the project "Platform Data Fusion Generator - DaFne". She is interested in music, for example with performances at the Thalia Theater as a musician.

Dr. Ayse Glass has a doctorate in architecture, her specialty is acoustics, as well as algorithmic and generative design. After studying architecture, she completed her Master's degree in building physics and materials science with a focus on concert... Show more

Graphic designer (UBA), specialized in inclusive and accessible design. I have been working as a UX Designer for 5 years.
I teach UX Design in the University (UBA).

Graphic designer (UBA), specialized in inclusive and accessible design. I have been working as a UX Designer for 5 years. I teach UX Design in the University (UBA). Show more

Carolin Goethel is a facilitator, community weaver and Germany activation lead at The Week. She offers transformative educational experiences for nourishing regenerative cultures and building a life-enhancing future. Inspired by her anthropology studies, her work in leadership education and her passion for deep ecology, she has developed a diverse toolbox for deep culture change.

Carolin Goethel is a facilitator, community weaver and Germany activation lead at The Week. She offers transformative educational experiences for nourishing regenerative cultures and building a life-enhancing future. Inspired by her anthropology stud... Show more

Maranatha Hay is five-time regional Emmy-award winning director, producer and editor with a demonstrated history of exceptional work in the media industry. In addition, her campaigns for non-profits have helped to raise over several million dollars for charities.

Her specialty lies in the intersection between great storytelling, equity and engagement and is passionate about all things creative strategy, graphic design, and brand storytelling.

Maranatha Hay is five-time regional Emmy-award winning director, producer and editor with a demonstrated history of exceptional work in the media industry. In addition, her campaigns for non-profits have helped to raise over several million dollars f... Show more

Metaverse Creative Technologist & 3D Design Manager. I started at 2002 creating virtual experiences in different metaverse platforms (Adobe Atmosphere, Second Life, Horizon Worlds, AltspaceVR, Spatial…) Since my Bachellor in Business and Marketing by the University of Hertfordshire I´ve been improving my skills in areas such as publicity, graphic web and 3D design, art direction, game development… Always focused in creating interactive experiences.

Advisor at Union Avatars, building the next level of interoperable digital identity.

I´ve created more than 50 real time virtual sets fot TV shows, I´ve worked for Disney creating interactive experiences for the Epcot Theme Park (Orlando) and I´m the cofounder of a videogame company.

Metaverse Creative Technologist & 3D Design Manager. I started at 2002 creating virtual experiences in different metaverse platforms (Adobe Atmosphere, Second Life, Horizon Worlds, AltspaceVR, Spatial…) Since my Bachellor in Business and Marketing by... Show more

Ksenija Nikolova is an activist devoted to empowering women. As the founder of Better Women Better World, a digital platform inspiring personal and professional growth for women, she actively advocates for gender equality and empowerment. Better Women Better World was selected as a 24 finalist of business ideas created by women from Eastern Europe and Central Asia at the prestigious EXPO Capital Quest 2023 in Istanbul, organized by UN Women. Ksenija's compelling presentation before investors and potential collaborators earned her the esteemed role of brand ambassador for EXPO Capital Quest.

Ksenija Nikolova is an activist devoted to empowering women. As the founder of Better Women Better World, a digital platform inspiring personal and professional growth for women, she actively advocates for gender equality and empowerment. Better Wom... Show more

Nathan Fink joined the New Hampshire Children’s Trust team in 2019. As the Senior Director of Advancement he brings nearly 20 years’ experience in education, fundraising, marketing, and narration. Nathan received a B.A. in English Literature from the University of Wisconsin-Oshkosh and a Master of Fine Arts in writing from the University of New Hampshire. His work in academia, community mental health, and advocacy focuses on elevating the stories of everyday people striving to build community. Nathan can be found forever (re)hammering the floor nail of his old house in Durham, NH, where he lives with his wife and two feral sons.

Contact Nathan at nfink@nhchildrenstrust.org or 603-415-0329

Nathan Fink joined the New Hampshire Children’s Trust team in 2019. As the Senior Director of Advancement he brings nearly 20 years’ experience in education, fundraising, marketing, and narration. Nathan received a B.A. in English Literature from th... Show more

I’m Lauren Best. And I am a Certified Hypnotherapist, Writer, Speaker, Workshop Facilitator, Podcast Host and Coach who works at the intersection of wellness, consciousness, creativity, and business.

In 2020, my whole world blew up and on my journey to learn to love myself and to overcome burnout I found the practice of hypnosis which would change my life forever! It became so instrumental in my own life to discover what my version of conscious and intentional living could look and feel like. It empowered me to find confidence in my pursuit of creative entrepreneurship. Trusting and reprogramming my subconscious mind has also invited opportunity for me to disrupt perfectionism and deepen into my spiritual practice.

I now work with Conscious and Creative Leaders and Entrepreneurs, and Curious Individuals to unlock potential, envision new possibilities for their work and life, connect to their intuition, understand their unique abilities, and strengthen their mind-intuition-body connection to take authentic action.

I love speaking about disrupting perfectionism through conscious and intentional living, rewiring the subconscious mind, embracing creative entrepreneurship, and designing self-care practices to guide and inspire folks to show up more authentically in their work and lives.

I’m Lauren Best. And I am a Certified Hypnotherapist, Writer, Speaker, Workshop Facilitator, Podcast Host and Coach who works at the intersection of wellness, consciousness, creativity, and business. In 2020, my whole world blew up and on my journ... Show more

Qin En Looi is a Principal at Saison Capital where he actively leads pre-seed and seed investments in web3 startups globally, with a focus in Southeast Asia and India. To-date, he has invested in more than 30+ web3 companies, and actively supports them in community building, branding and recruiting.

Qin En was previously the Co-Founder and COO at Glints, the leading talent ecosystem in Southeast Asia. During his tenure, he was recognised by Forbes 30 Under 30 and Entrepreneurs 27 Under 27 for being one of the youngest founders to have raised venture capital in Southeast Asia.

In his personal time, Qin En is also the creator and host of Parents in Tech, a podcast for parents in Southeast Asia that has topped charts in Singapore, Indonesia and Philippines.

Qin En Looi is a Principal at Saison Capital where he actively leads pre-seed and seed investments in web3 startups globally, with a focus in Southeast Asia and India. To-date, he has invested in more than 30+ web3 companies, and actively supports th... Show more

Jorge Cristopher Delgado Ramirez, es ecuatoriano y radica en el Cantón Machala - El Oro - Ecuador. Es Licenciado en Ciencias de la Educación especialización Docencia en Informatica por la Universidad Técnica de Machala. Magister en Tecnología e Innovación Educativa por la Universidad Casa Grande de la ciudad de Guayaquil. Actualmente cursa el Doctorado en Educación por la Universidad Cesar Vallejo, Perú. Ha sido profesor de educación general básica en los niveles de básica media y superior además de bachillerato impartiendo la asignatura de informática desde el año 2009, en la actualidad es docente ocasional a tiempo completo en la Universidad Técnica de Machala impartiendo la cátedra de Tecnología Educativa a diferentes carreras de la Facultad de Ciencias Sociales, a esto se puede mencionar que ha participado de proyectos de servicio a la comunidad desde la vinculación universitaria. Es miembro del Grupo de Tecnología Educativa GTE de la Universidad Tecnica de Machala y mentor del Grupo de Investigación en Pedagogía y Tecnología Educativa GIPTEDU.

Jorge Cristopher Delgado Ramirez, es ecuatoriano y radica en el Cantón Machala - El Oro - Ecuador. Es Licenciado en Ciencias de la Educación especialización Docencia en Informatica por la Universidad Técnica de Machala. Magister en Tecnología e Innov... Show more

Julie Gerber is a visionary at the forefront of merging music, health, and virtual reality to shape dynamic, collaborative communities. With over a decade of experience in the music industry, Julie co-founded Meloscene, a forward-thinking start-up that combines artistic innovation with cutting-edge technology. Her background as a Certified Health Education Specialist and possession of a Master of Public Health degree from Loma Linda University infuses her approach with unique depth and perspective.
Julie's journey spans beyond traditional boundaries, touching diverse international health projects alongside award-winning institutions such as Cedars-Sinai and Management Sciences for Health. Her footprint stretches across the US, Mexico, Haiti, and the Philippines, exemplifying her unwavering dedication to fostering community growth.
Beyond her tangible contributions, Julie envisions and brings to life thriving virtual communities. Her fusion of real-world community development strategies with virtual reality technologies bridges the gap between human interaction and technological advancement. By nurturing authentic human connections through technology, Julie carves a path for thriving digital communities that redefine collaboration. Her insights, experiences, and pioneering spirit promise to inspire and revolutionize our understanding of collaborative community building in an ever-evolving world.

Julie Gerber is a visionary at the forefront of merging music, health, and virtual reality to shape dynamic, collaborative communities. With over a decade of experience in the music industry, Julie co-founded Meloscene, a forward-thinking start-up th... Show more

Gary Keeler is a pioneer of the Enterprise Design space focused on improving workers' lives at scale.

The idea that every second count drives him. The impact reaches across clients from Amazon and Walmart to Medtronic and Dell. They are raising the bar for what internal applications can be.

With over ten years of experience leading multi-functional teams, Gary is a leader in both innovation and execution.

Gary Keeler is a pioneer of the Enterprise Design space focused on improving workers' lives at scale. The idea that every second count drives him. The impact reaches across clients from Amazon and Walmart to Medtronic and Dell. They are raising th... Show more

Christine is a creator interested in the intersection of design and public health. Her work merges co-creation practices, health communication methods, and public health principles to work with community partners to design solutions for health equity issues in St. Louis. She's also a die-hard art history nerd who visits as many museums as she can, backpacks and hikes, and watches Star Trek. As a Midwest transplant, Christine is still learning how to navigate life without the ocean by her side. A recent graduate of the Sam Fox School of Visual Arts & Design at Washington University in St. Louis, she remains on campus, working with Professor Penina Acayo Laker at the Health Communication Design Studio.

Christine is a creator interested in the intersection of design and public health. Her work merges co-creation practices, health communication methods, and public health principles to work with community partners to design solutions for health equity... Show more

Matthew “Dr. Matt” Zakreski, PsyD is a high energy, creative clinical psychologist who utilizes an eclectic approach to meet the specific needs of his neurodivergent clients. He is proud to serve the Gifted community as a consultant, a professor, an author, and a researcher. He has spoken over 300 times all over the world about supporting neurodivergent kids. Dr. Zakreski is a member of Supporting the Emotional Needs of the Gifted (SENG), the National Association for Gifted Children (NAGC), the New Jersey Association for Gifted Children (NJAGC), and Pennsylvania Association for Gifted Education (PAGE). Dr. Zakreski graduated from Widener University’s Institute for Graduate Clinical Psychology (IGCP) in 2016. He is the co-founder of The Neurodiversity Collective: https://www.theneurodiversitycollective.com/

Matthew “Dr. Matt” Zakreski, PsyD is a high energy, creative clinical psychologist who utilizes an eclectic approach to meet the specific needs of his neurodivergent clients. He is proud to serve the Gifted community as a consultant, a professor, an... Show more

👷🏾‍♂️ Mike Kalya is a 24-year-old highly motivated and multi-talented individual who is currently pursuing a degree in Civil Engineering at Kenyatta University (5th Year). He is a hardworking student who is dedicated to achieving success in both his academic and professional pursuits. Despite his busy schedule, he has maintained good grades and has participated in several team projects and activities in school. In addition to his studies, Mike is an entrepreneur, artist, and graphic designer, and actively seeks out opportunities for personal and professional growth.

👷🏾‍♂️ Mike Kalya is a 24-year-old highly motivated and multi-talented individual who is currently pursuing a degree in Civil Engineering at Kenyatta University (5th Year). He is a hardworking student who is dedicated to achieving success in both hi... Show more

Kawika Valentine is a highly accomplished technology executive, UX design innovator, and strong leader with an impressive track record of releasing best-in-class software. He currently serves as the Vice President of Technology at a leading technology company, where he leads a team of talented engineers and designers to develop and implement innovative solutions for complex technical challenges.

Throughout his career, Kawika has established himself as a forward-thinking leader who is not afraid to take risks and push boundaries. He is known for his ability to inspire and motivate his team to achieve their full potential, and his leadership has been instrumental in driving the success of numerous projects.

Kawika is also a UX design innovator, with a keen understanding of how to create aesthetically pleasing and user-friendly products. He has a passion for using technology to enhance people's lives and has been recognized for his innovative design work.

In addition to his leadership and design expertise, Kawika is a seasoned technologist with deep technical knowledge in software development and engineering. He has a proven track record of delivering complex software projects on time and within budget, while also ensuring the highest level of quality.

Overall, Kawika Valentine is a dynamic and visionary leader who has made significant contributions to the technology industry. His passion for innovation, commitment to excellence, and dedication to his team make him a valuable asset to any organization.

Kawika is a Full Sail University alumni with a Bachelor of Science in Media Design. He is an active mentor not only within his community but with designers around the globe. He is the founder of "ATL UXD", a UX fellowship group located in Atlanta, Georgia. Kawika continues his community outreach through speaking engagements and workshops.

Kawika Valentine is a highly accomplished technology executive, UX design innovator, and strong leader with an impressive track record of releasing best-in-class software. He currently serves as the Vice President of Technology at a leading technolog... Show more

Stephen Haunts is a Pluralsight Author, Writer, and trainer. Stephen has had a long career working in computer games, banks, retail finance, insurance and healthcare and is now passionate about helping other developers, and professionals succeed in their careers.

Stephen has authored over 25 courses for Pluralsight, written a books such as The Art of Conversation, The Path to Freedom - Running a Business for the Reluctant Entrepreneur, and Powerful Presentations for Apress.

Stephen is also an experienced public speaker who has presented at conferences and private events all over the world.

Stephen Haunts is a Pluralsight Author, Writer, and trainer. Stephen has had a long career working in computer games, banks, retail finance, insurance and healthcare and is now passionate about helping other developers, and professionals succeed in t... Show more

Aletheia is currently Manager of Design Operations at Zapier, a tech leader in the no-code automation space. She is responsible for optimizing design teams’ workflows, building a strong design community, and championing design’s business impact across Zapier’s Product org and Brand Studio team. She formerly led the program management and helped drive an evolution of Ceridian’s new design system Everest, as well as established a new Design team focused on accessibility and research at the Government of Canada. In her logged off hours, Aletheia likes to play amateur tennis with her partner, hone her digital drawing skills on the iPad, and admire custom woodwork pieces. She currently lives in Quebec, Canada.

Aletheia is currently Manager of Design Operations at Zapier, a tech leader in the no-code automation space. She is responsible for optimizing design teams’ workflows, building a strong design community, and championing design’s business impact acros... Show more

With 20+ yrs of experience in education, nonprofits, & leadership, Nichole Myles weaves compelling storytelling together with experience & expertise to engage listeners in a journey of self-discovery – the ups & downs of growth – & what it really takes to come back personally & professionally. Nichole doesn’t just speak about post-traumatic growth, trauma-informed practices, & resilience: she’s lived it.
Myles has an M.A in i/o psychology, & certifications in Trauma and Resilience, Nonprofit Management, & DEI. She hones poignant stories into opportunities to reveal critical steps for growth, triumph, & how to lean into the future. Her frameworks, methods, & tools help participants turn trauma into transformation.
Nichole’s TEDx talk, ‘Lessons I’ve learned from the people who don’t like me’ has been viewed over 83,000 times. She works across industries as an ‘expert companion’ in the position of speaker, consultant, or coach, helping move clients from ‘survivorship’ to ‘thrivorship’.

With 20+ yrs of experience in education, nonprofits, & leadership, Nichole Myles weaves compelling storytelling together with experience & expertise to engage listeners in a journey of self-discovery – the ups & downs of growth – & what it really tak... Show more

Mieisha Musawwir, Licensed international educator and three time award winning makeup artist, with over twenty years of experience in the beauty industry. Returning 2nd place winner from 2015 Makeup competition.

Mieisha Musawwir, Licensed international educator and three time award winning makeup artist, with over twenty years of experience in the beauty industry. Returning 2nd place winner from 2015 Makeup competition. Show more