Lena Chen (she/her) is an artist and Ph.D. student at the University of California, Berkeley in the Department of Theater, Dance, and Performance Studies. Her scholarship examines the figure of the Asian America woman as (Tiger) Mother and Whore. Her work appears in the edited volumes Curating as Feminist Organizing (Routledge, 2022), Sex Work Now (NYU Press, forthcoming), and To Be Named (Routledge, forthcoming). She has taught classes on feminist theory, performance art, and socially engaged art. As an artist, she has exhibited, performed, and screened her work internationally. She has been awarded grants and residencies from Mozilla Foundation, Sundance Institute, Millay Colony for the Arts, Center for Cultural Power, Burning Man Global Arts Fund, Office of Public Art, and others. Currently, she is hosting community workshops on AAPI sexuality to devise a collective performance as part of her practice-based research.

She is a co-founder of JADED, the largest AAPI arts and cultural platform in Western Pennsylvania, and a founding member of MATERNAL FANTASIES, an interdisciplinary collective of mothers/artists and their children. She coordinates the Performing Asian American and Diasporic Sexualities working group at UC Berkeley’s Center for Race & Gender.

Lena Chen (she/her) is an artist and Ph.D. student at the University of California, Berkeley in the Department of Theater, Dance, and Performance Studies. Her scholarship examines the figure of the Asian America woman as (Tiger) Mother and Whore. Her... Show more

I'm a comic artist from Toronto who draws a lot of gay positive comics, and self publish my work! I'm also the suiter of MarshmallowMaw!

I'm a comic artist from Toronto who draws a lot of gay positive comics, and self publish my work! I'm also the suiter of MarshmallowMaw! Show more

Valerija je inženjerka tekstilne tehnologije. Čita SF i fantasy oduvijek i jedan od hobija je obilazak konvencija po Hrvatskoj i svijetu.
Kreativne radionice održava s ciljem upoznavanje djece i odraslih sa novim materijalima i ostalim zanimljivostima iz područja hobija i likovnosti.

Valerija je inženjerka tekstilne tehnologije. Čita SF i fantasy oduvijek i jedan od hobija je obilazak konvencija po Hrvatskoj i svijetu. Kreativne radionice održava s ciljem upoznavanje djece i odraslih sa novim materijalima i ostalim zanimljivost... Show more

Lizzie Edwards is a multidisciplinary designer, illustrator, content creator, and owner of GiveLoveStudio from Raleigh, North Carolina. She is a Class of 2026 graduate of NC State, where she earned a BA in Graphic and Experience Design with a minor in Anthropology.

At NC State, she served as a senior advisor for Student AIGA, editorial designer for DesignLife, communications intern for Global Training Initiative, and staff designer for Agromeck. She was named a Graphic Design USA “Student to Watch” (2026) and received Best of Show for Agromeck Vol. 123 (ACP).

Her work has been featured by Adobe Live, Women of Type, and Goodtype, and she participated in the Adobe Creative Apprenticeship program. She currently works in Engineering Communications at John Deere and previously interned at Mohawk Industries.

Lizzie Edwards is a multidisciplinary designer, illustrator, content creator, and owner of GiveLoveStudio from Raleigh, North Carolina. She is a Class of 2026 graduate of NC State, where she earned a BA in Graphic and Experience Design with a minor i... Show more

Rob Shanahan is a keynote speaker, Photographer to the Rock Stars, professional musician, author, entrepreneur, and creator of The ICONS Blueprint™.

For more than 30 years, Rob has worked alongside many of the world’s biggest music icons, including Ringo Starr, Paul McCartney, The Rolling Stones, Sammy Hagar, Sheila E., Elton John, Aerosmith, and hundreds more.

Drawing on those high-performance environments, Rob translates firsthand lessons into practical strategies around leadership, communication, team alignment, resilience, adaptability, trust, and performance under pressure.

Through unforgettable stories, original photography, humor, and audience engagement, Rob helps organizations turn individual talent into synchronized performance and gives audiences a memorable framework they can apply immediately.

Rob Shanahan is a keynote speaker, Photographer to the Rock Stars, professional musician, author, entrepreneur, and creator of The ICONS Blueprint™. For more than 30 years, Rob has worked alongside many of the world’s biggest music icons, includin... Show more

Manuel Feneberg is an actor, rhetoric trainer and coach based in Munich. After a degree in business administration he trained as an actor in Vienna, graduating with a Bühnenreifediplom – and never separated the two worlds again. For more than ten years he has worked with executives on how they come across, in start-ups, consultancies and corporations across Germany, Austria and Switzerland. His subject is the moment someone stops explaining themselves and starts having an effect.

Manuel Feneberg is an actor, rhetoric trainer and coach based in Munich. After a degree in business administration he trained as an actor in Vienna, graduating with a Bühnenreifediplom – and never separated the two worlds again. For more than ten yea... Show more

Oliver Schöndorfer is a typography expert helping UX and design teams improve digital products through smarter type. He’s sharing fun, practical insights on Pimp my Type and in the popular Font Friday Newsletter.

Oliver Schöndorfer is a typography expert helping UX and design teams improve digital products through smarter type. He’s sharing fun, practical insights on Pimp my Type and in the popular Font Friday Newsletter. Show more

Justin McKee, MMTA, B Bus, is a music specialist and educator with experience in Australia and the United Kingdom. He studied at the Newcastle Conservatorium and has led school music programs and ensembles in London and Australia.

Through MJ Music Training, Justin supports music teachers to build confidence in teaching neurodivergent learners, drawing on extensive experience in schools and private studios. His professional learning focuses on practical, research-informed approaches that make music learning more accessible, flexible and engaging. Justin has delivered workshops and presentations for organisations including the NSW Music Teachers’ Association, Sydney Catholic Schools, Mount Scopus Memorial College and United Music Teachers.

Justin delivers music programs for neurodivergent students in school settings and teaches piano, voice and theory in his private studio. He is a board member of AMEB (NSW) and received the MTA NSW excellence in teaching award for community engagement in 2025.

Justin McKee, MMTA, B Bus, is a music specialist and educator with experience in Australia and the United Kingdom. He studied at the Newcastle Conservatorium and has led school music programs and ensembles in London and Australia. Through MJ Music... Show more

Holly Greenberg is the lead artist of the Bird Collisions in the Anthropocene project. She received her BFA from the University of Michigan and MFA in Printmaking from The School of the Art Institute of Chicago. She taught and directed the Printmedia and Graphic Arts program at Syracuse University for 25 years before moving to Evanston, IL to work full-time on the bird collisions project.

Holly Greenberg is the lead artist of the Bird Collisions in the Anthropocene project. She received her BFA from the University of Michigan and MFA in Printmaking from The School of the Art Institute of Chicago. She taught and directed the Printmedia... Show more

Kim B Miller is a TEDx speaker, Poet Laureate Emerita, and former corporate executive redefining leadership through bold storytelling, spoken word, and real-world experience.

She challenges audiences to rethink accountability, recognition, and workplace culture while drawing on her extensive experience in parenting and family facilitation to provide insights into communication, coaching, and guiding individuals through complex challenges.

Kim delivered keynotes at the Women’s Leadership Summit at Rochester Institute of Technology, the S.E.A.L. Awards at Northern Virginia Community College, and the YMS B.O.L.D. Moves™ Conference 2026. She has also performed internationally in Paris, France, and on stages such as The Atlas Performing Arts Center (DC) and La Peña Cultural Center (CA).

A dynamic facilitator, Kim leads interactive workshops on leadership, communication, storytelling, culture, and personal growth equipping audiences with practical strategies and unforgettable experiences that drive lasting impact.

Kim B Miller is a TEDx speaker, Poet Laureate Emerita, and former corporate executive redefining leadership through bold storytelling, spoken word, and real-world experience. She challenges audiences to rethink accountability, recognition, and wor... Show more

Thao Tran is a visionary entrepreneur, digital wellness leader and marketing strategist with over 15 years of global experience shaping campaigns for some of the world’s most recognized brands. She is the Founder & CEO of Ditox, a pioneering digital wellness company that helps businesses, families and individuals reclaim control over their digital lives.

Thao holds a Bachelor of Business & Commerce from Monash University and has further studied Podiatry, Arts, Branding and Psychology at La Trobe University, Monash University and The University of Virginia. Her career spans senior roles in digital content and marketing strategy for global organizations including Qatar Airways, Pearson, L'Oréal Paris and Maybelline New York. Her campaigns have consistently delivered industry-leading results, including record-breaking engagement rates and market share growth.

As a keynote speaker and mental health advocate, Thao has presented on international stages including Google, Women Who Code, Insight Academy and the International Families & Fathers Conference in Los Angeles, where she champions digital wellbeing, mental resilience and inclusive leadership. She also coaches the next generation of leaders as an industry mentor at La Trobe University and is a guest judge for the international Daddying Film Festival & Forum.

Born in Melbourne to Vietnamese refugee parents, Thao brings a unique lens of resilience, inclusion, and creativity to everything she does. Her leadership has earned her recognition as a Finalist in the Australian Small Business Champion Awards and her work has been endorsed by global thought leaders.

Beyond business, Thao is a multidisciplinary creative who has trained in script analysis and presenting at the National Institute of Dramatic Art (NIDA), The Acting Career Center, The Actor's Station, The Hub Studio, performed internationally and has appeared in campaigns and productions including Every Bit Different, the TarraWarra Museum of Art, Sports Entertainment Network, White Fever, Gnomes, and All Her Fault. Her creative and marketing work has been featured in prominent media outlets including The Herald Sun, The Sydney Morning Herald, WHO Magazine, NBCUniversal, BBC, ABC, 3AW, National Library of Australia, United States Tennis Association, Digital Entrepreneur, Voyage LA, Fact Magazine and Business Times Journal, reflecting her influence across media, wellness and creative industries. Her experience in the creative industry inspired her to found Ditox, where she now focuses on digital wellbeing, mental health and fostering human connection across communities, including programs that address mental strength and artist wellbeing.

A visionary entrepreneur and creative leader, Thao inspires audiences to reimagine human connection in the digital age. She has lead Ditox and shaping global brands across Australia, London, New York, Los Angeles, and the Middle East and continues to bridge innovation, wellness and digital culture worldwide.

Currently based in Australia, her company Ditox will be expanding in the United States in 2026/2027.

Thao Tran is a visionary entrepreneur, digital wellness leader and marketing strategist with over 15 years of global experience shaping campaigns for some of the world’s most recognized brands. She is the Founder & CEO of Ditox, a pioneering digital ... Show more

Andrés Ignacio Maldonado leads a team of fifteen, each named after a figure from Greek mythology. None of them is human: they are AI agents that write almost all the code, except for the one thing that can't be delegated — answering for what reaches production.

He has been writing code since school and built a professional music career in parallel: conservatory-trained guitarist, a decade performing in Europe (where he also worked in web development) and a master's in Musicology from Université de Rouen. He also holds a master's in Full Stack Development (UPC Barcelona) and a specialization in Generative AI, Deep Learning and Computer Vision (PUC Chile). He has led the engineering team behind Chile's number-one telecom app and its self-service channels, with generative AI conversational agents in production on voice and WhatsApp. He co-founded Sophieat, a nutrition-labeling SaaS built with agents, and mentors at Laboratoria and Technovation Girls.

He talks about applied AI without the hype: what it costs, where it breaks, and what still makes a person valuable when the machine writes the code. He publishes as @devandmus.

The sixteenth member of the team is him: the only one not included in the subscription.

Andrés Ignacio Maldonado leads a team of fifteen, each named after a figure from Greek mythology. None of them is human: they are AI agents that write almost all the code, except for the one thing that can't be delegated — answering for what reaches ... Show more

Checo Cadena is a New York–based creative technologist and music producer who builds systems where audio, robotics, and AI meet. As a Computer Control Engineer at Amorphic Robot Works, Checo leads technical development of Getty-funded robotic art installations, including Dual Pneuma at UC Irvine's Beall Center for Art + Technology. Checo holds an M.A. from Berklee NYC and a degree in Integrated Design and Media from NYU Tandon, and trained at IRCAM in Paris. Checo created oneapi-agent-toolkit, an open-source project that teaches coding agents to port CUDA to SYCL and verify the results. Two of its first examples are audio effects.

Checo Cadena is a New York–based creative technologist and music producer who builds systems where audio, robotics, and AI meet. As a Computer Control Engineer at Amorphic Robot Works, Checo leads technical development of Getty-funded robotic art ins... Show more

I am a Computer Engineering student and a member of the marketing team at LYCS. In this role, I am actively engaging with the world of Customer Relationship Management (CRM), specifically technologies like Salesforce and Marketing Cloud, by blending both consulting and development expertise.

I concurrently pursue a profound interest in personal development and coaching, which I channel into content creation as a medium for artistic expression, creative freedom, and the exploration of core human themes, including motivation, leadership, and emotional intelligence.

I characterize myself as a developing full-stack engineer who places significant emphasis on the balance between hard and soft skills. My inspiration is drawn from a diverse set of sources, ranging from Quranic studies and spirituality to physical activity (swimming, running, calisthenics), design (photo and video editing), and e-sports (valorizing strategy, teamwork, and responsiveness).

My primary objective is to disseminate accessible, practical, and inspiring insights aimed at helping individuals progress, grow, and effectively define their niche within the technology ecosystem and broader professional landscape.

I am a Computer Engineering student and a member of the marketing team at LYCS. In this role, I am actively engaging with the world of Customer Relationship Management (CRM), specifically technologies like Salesforce and Marketing Cloud, by blending ... Show more

Fredrik is a software architect thriving in the borderland between software-, product- and business development. He has written code in Visual Basic. The non-.NET kind. He is an occasional conference speaker (DevSum, Øredev and user groups in Sweden and Norway, among others), recurring host/MC of the Beauty in Code conference in Malmö, Sweden, and a photographer.

Fredrik is a software architect thriving in the borderland between software-, product- and business development. He has written code in Visual Basic. The non-.NET kind. He is an occasional conference speaker (DevSum, Øredev and user groups in Sweden ... Show more

Born in Brooklyn and based in Düsseldorf, Joe Martine is an artist, creative educator and lifelong believer in the power of human connection. His professional life has taken him through education, communications, creative business, film, sales and the arts, but the common thread has always been people, words, ideas and finding ways to bring them together.

Joe is the creator of Superfuzz Bigfluff, a large-scale participatory art project built around touch, play, curiosity and connection. His work grows from a simple belief: deep human connection is the most precious resource on planet Earth.

Whether he’s leading a workshop, teaching, developing a creative project or simply having a really good conversation, Joe is most at home where ideas are being exchanged, people are engaged and something unexpected has room to happen.

Born in Brooklyn and based in Düsseldorf, Joe Martine is an artist, creative educator and lifelong believer in the power of human connection. His professional life has taken him through education, communications, creative business, film, sales and th... Show more

Vin is the founder of Arteesan.io, a creative platform for art professionals to manage, showcase & sell artwork. He is also a Google Developer Expert, having partnered with Google to advocate web technology for the past 10 years, speaking, mentoring and conductiong community workshops.

Vin is the founder of Arteesan.io, a creative platform for art professionals to manage, showcase & sell artwork. He is also a Google Developer Expert, having partnered with Google to advocate web technology for the past 10 years, speaking, mentoring ... Show more

Joy Hopkins (she/they) has more than 15 years of experience in education. After an extensive career in the nonprofit sector, they transitioned to tech about 9 years ago. Joy has a deep background in the performing arts which is the foundation for both their communication and project management skills. Their data science expertise and passion lie primarily in data literacy, visualization, and storytelling. Joy has a Bachelor’s degree from James Madison University and a Master’s degree from American University.

Joy Hopkins (she/they) has more than 15 years of experience in education. After an extensive career in the nonprofit sector, they transitioned to tech about 9 years ago. Joy has a deep background in the performing arts which is the foundation for bot... Show more

Camry Ivory is a visual musician and the inventor of Coloratura, an electronic instrument that transforms paintbrushes into tools to create electronic music and physical art simultaneously.

Her work explores the intersections of art, music, and technology, and is grounded in the beliefs that: 1) creativity is our human birthright and 2) the role of technology is to help us explore, express and expand our human creativity, not replace it.

Camry's performances and interactive workshops have reached people of all ages and abilities nationally and internationally via collaborations with Hallmark, Black & Veatch, Kansas School for the Blind, Georgia Tech University, Kansas City STEM Alliance, and the University of Greenwich in London.

Camry Ivory is a visual musician and the inventor of Coloratura, an electronic instrument that transforms paintbrushes into tools to create electronic music and physical art simultaneously. Her work explores the intersections of art, music, and te... Show more

With over 20 years in the design industry, James is Silverstripe’s Creative Director. He believes in making things work simply and intuitively and has an eye for typography and clean lines. After immigrating to New Zealand in 2009, James has worked with the likes of Weta Workshop, NZTA, Ministry of Defence, Ministry of Social Development, Department of Internal Affairs, Ministry of Health, Westpac, Meridian and many others. James heads up the creative side of the Strategy & Design team, working with designers to create beautiful, intuitive sites to keep the users' needs at the forefront of everything we do. James is also an artist, exhibiting throughout New Zealand and internationally.

With over 20 years in the design industry, James is Silverstripe’s Creative Director. He believes in making things work simply and intuitively and has an eye for typography and clean lines. After immigrating to New Zealand in 2009, James has worked w... Show more

Freelance web developer and co-founder of Betabeers, a developer-focused meta-community. Actor and improvisation teacher at Impro Impar, I also coach teams using applied improvisation to foster creativity, communication, and collaboration.

Freelance web developer and co-founder of Betabeers, a developer-focused meta-community. Actor and improvisation teacher at Impro Impar, I also coach teams using applied improvisation to foster creativity, communication, and collaboration. Show more

Jonny Selimović, a.k.a. his artist name, Jonny Music, is an Organ Cover Artist who has produced over 930 organ covers of popular tunes and soundtrack music and counting for over 10 years. For a long time, he's had a profound and long-lasting passion for music and its powerful effects on positively changing lives, including music/rhythm games like the Rock Band and Guitar Hero series. Bonus fact: He has two mascots representing his music artist brand: his ponysona, Silver Whistle, and his mouse fursona, Jonny Musemiš.

Jonny Selimović, a.k.a. his artist name, Jonny Music, is an Organ Cover Artist who has produced over 930 organ covers of popular tunes and soundtrack music and counting for over 10 years. For a long time, he's had a profound and long-lasting passion ... Show more

Jenifer Pepen, also known as SirenAi and La Sirena, is a first-generation American of Dominican descent. As President and Co-Founder of One Love Art DAO and owner of One Love Digital Gallery in Miami, she is dedicated to supporting artists through exhibitions, education, and community building on a global scale.

Deeply involved in creating, curating, and fostering connections within the arts, Jenifer's own artistic practice explores themes of spirituality, mythology, history, relationships, and her Latina heritage. Her work is shaped by a multicultural perspective and a belief in the power of art to bridge cultures and experiences.

What began as a passion for collecting NFTs evolved into a career as a recognized artist, curator, and ecosystem builder within the digital art space. As a public speaker, writer, and advocate for artists, Jenifer is committed to expanding opportunities for creators and cultivating inclusive communities where art, technology, and human connection intersect.

Jenifer Pepen, also known as SirenAi and La Sirena, is a first-generation American of Dominican descent. As President and Co-Founder of One Love Art DAO and owner of One Love Digital Gallery in Miami, she is dedicated to supporting artists through ex... Show more

Vandana Taxali is a dynamic art-tech entrepreneur and intellectual property lawyer, blending legal expertise with creative and technological innovation. As the founder of Artcryption, she's revolutionizing how creative assets and intellectual property are protected and monetized using advanced technologies like blockchain and AI. Her career includes roles at CHUM/Citytv/MuchMusic, managing high-profile legal cases, and representing renowned artists like her brother Gary Taxali.

Vandana actively contributes to the art community advocating for artists' rights and driving the evolution of digital art and NFTs. Her insights on the interplay of law, art, and technology make her a pivotal voice at the forefront of the digital art revolution.

Vandana Taxali is a dynamic art-tech entrepreneur and intellectual property lawyer, blending legal expertise with creative and technological innovation. As the founder of Artcryption, she's revolutionizing how creative assets and intellectual propert... Show more

Guardianz Realm is redefining Web3 storytelling through comics, music, and immersive experiences. Home of CryptoMan, we bring stories on-chain and embed music into NFTs through Sonic DNA—bridging the metaverse and reality

Guardianz Realm is redefining Web3 storytelling through comics, music, and immersive experiences. Home of CryptoMan, we bring stories on-chain and embed music into NFTs through Sonic DNA—bridging the metaverse and reality Show more

I started beadwork when I was 12 years old and I've just never stopped.
Beadwork is quite a slow craft which is all part of it's charm.
Choose the project, the beads, the threading materials and how you'll finish it then take your time to achieve a piece that has your intent woven into it !

I started beadwork when I was 12 years old and I've just never stopped. Beadwork is quite a slow craft which is all part of it's charm. Choose the project, the beads, the threading materials and how you'll finish it then take your time to achieve ... Show more

Chris Reina has been involved in education since 2002, technology since 1981 and Making since 1971. (You do the maths). He is CCO (Chief Cardboard Officer) of MakerMeet.ie - who deliver Maker-led, project-based S.T.E.A.M. workshops nationwide to primary, secondary, third-level and other institutions.

He feels passionately that education is the most important thing in the world and that teaching using Maker skills is the most rewarding job there is.

Chris loves cats, kayaking, kite-flying, steampunk, pedantic semantics and knowing the meanings of ligatures, aglets, gallibanders and lexiphanic.

Chris Reina has been involved in education since 2002, technology since 1981 and Making since 1971. (You do the maths). He is CCO (Chief Cardboard Officer) of MakerMeet.ie - who deliver Maker-led, project-based S.T.E.A.M. workshops nationwide to prim... Show more

Cartographer at heart. Map designer by craft. Leader by experience.
With 23 years in the industry, I bridge design and development, turning complexity into clarity. I bring both hands-on expertise and leadership experience—guiding teams, shaping products, and staying endlessly curious along the way.

Cartographer at heart. Map designer by craft. Leader by experience. With 23 years in the industry, I bridge design and development, turning complexity into clarity. I bring both hands-on expertise and leadership experience—guiding teams, shaping pro... Show more

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Rahul Bhattacharya is a design educator, writer and curator working across visual culture, pedagogy, and technology. His practice spans design, writing, and curation, with a sustained engagement in art history, semiotics, and the politics of form. He writes across academic research, editorial platforms, and long-form reflections on visual culture, performance, and emerging technologies, while his curatorial work extends into public space through exhibitions, workshops, and performance platforms. He is a co-founder of the Kolkata International Performance Art Festival and Nine Schools of Art, both grounded in collective learning and co-creation.

As Assistant Dean, Communication Design, at UID Gandhinagar, he leads curriculum design and academic strategy, building transdisciplinary frameworks that connect design, culture, and critical thinking. His work with AI through dotai develops systems that act as analytical and ethical companions, foregrounding interpretation, memory, and cultural specificity. Through teaching, tool-building, and collaborative labs, his practice focuses on how designers think, decide, and work within evolving technological conditions

Rahul Bhattacharya is a design educator, writer and curator working across visual culture, pedagogy, and technology. His practice spans design, writing, and curation, with a sustained engagement in art history, semiotics, and the politics of form. He... Show more