Josh Crafford is a neurodivergent global learning leader who has committed his life to mastering the art and science of learning. Professionally, he led the wing-to-wing design and creation of several International Learning and Development departments within Fortune 200 companies, such as GE Capital.
Additionally, he works with several universities as an Expert Partner in the Practice of Creative Thinking, Complex Problem Solving, Neurodiversity in the Workplace, and Leadership Development. Partnering universities include Emory, UConn, UIUC, SCAD and UH Manoa. Since 2023 he has also led the first of its kind, Neurodiversity Early Career Program, with UConn and University of Illinois.
Josh is an engaging keynote speaker who has been featured in multiple publications including USA Today and Training Industry. He produced the Neuro Creatives Podcast and the documentary, Blessed with Dyslexia and Neurodiversity, which can be found at NeuroCreatives.org
Holding a master’s degree in design management & innovation, Josh brings a fun and engaging perspective wherever he goes.

Josh Crafford is a neurodivergent global learning leader who has committed his life to mastering the art and science of learning. Professionally, he led the wing-to-wing design and creation of several International Learning and Development department... Show more

Debora Herszenhut é antropóloga, documentarista e consultora do Ministério da Cultura, com experiência em políticas públicas, articulação institucional, sistematização de dados e desenho de processos para a gestão cultural. Mestra em Antropologia, atua na interface entre cultura, inovação e transformação social. com atuação voltada para meio ambiente, culturas populares e tradicionais, direitos de povos indígenas, quilombolas e comunidades tradicionais, além de antropologia visual. Desenvolve projetos que articulam pesquisa, cinema e políticas culturais, com forte base etnográfica e atenção às relações entre território, memória e modos de vida.

Debora Herszenhut é antropóloga, documentarista e consultora do Ministério da Cultura, com experiência em políticas públicas, articulação institucional, sistematização de dados e desenho de processos para a gestão cultural. Mestra em Antropologia, at... Show more

Matthew is a maker, artist, and Flutter developer based in Virginia Beach. He’s obsessed with “engineering optimism” at the intersection of technology and art. He’s been working with Flutter since 2018 for a variety of non-profit organizations and startups. His current passion is his new YouTube channel “Makerinator” where he shares his unique creations with the world!

Matthew is a maker, artist, and Flutter developer based in Virginia Beach. He’s obsessed with “engineering optimism” at the intersection of technology and art. He’s been working with Flutter since 2018 for a variety of non-profit organizations and st... Show more

As a technical trainer and security researcher, it is my goal to spread awareness and knowledge. Daily experiences include lecturing about cybersecurity, moderating open discussions about vulnerabilities, and building hacking labs. Like many others, I often delve too deep into the weeds of the internet.

As a technical trainer and security researcher, it is my goal to spread awareness and knowledge. Daily experiences include lecturing about cybersecurity, moderating open discussions about vulnerabilities, and building hacking labs. Like many others, ... Show more

Sébastien est ingénieur logiciel chez OVHcloud à Nantes, dans l'équipe SIA (Service Integration & Automation).
Exerçant ce métier depuis maintenant plus de 14 ans, il a toujours aimé vulgariser et partager ses connaissances en public.

Il anime actuellement des conférences autour de la cybersécurité, de la gestion d'incidents et divers autres sujets techniques.
Portant un grand intérêt pour l'enseignement, il intervient également régulièrement dans certaines écoles et universités.

Il est également passionné par le théâtre, ayant joué 10 ans dans une troupe en région parisienne.

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Sébastien est ingénieur logiciel chez OVHcloud à Nantes, dans l'équipe SIA (Service Integration & Automation). Exerçant ce métier depuis maintenant plus de 14 ans, il a toujours aimé vulgariser et partager ses connaissances en public. Il anime ac... Show more

ingeniero en Computación que desarrolla sistemas embebidos usando microcontroladores como el ESP32, con un interés especial en los sistemas operativos, especialmente FreeRTOS. Actualmente trabaja en procesamiento de señales GNSS, investigando formas de mejorar la precisión de GPS/Galileo y mitigar el problema del multicamino. Además, diseña y construye pedales de guitarra, fusionando electrónica analógica, audio y firmware embebido. Le gusta tomar conceptos “de laboratorio” y convertirlos en proyectos prácticos que cualquiera pueda replicar con hardware accesible. Cuando no está frente al osciloscopio, a menudo está remando, obsesionado con perfeccionar cada palada tanto como cada línea de código.

ingeniero en Computación que desarrolla sistemas embebidos usando microcontroladores como el ESP32, con un interés especial en los sistemas operativos, especialmente FreeRTOS. Actualmente trabaja en procesamiento de señales GNSS, investigando formas ... Show more

I am a researcher and entrepreneur with a focus on memory systems, cultural evolution and rhetoric.

I am a researcher and entrepreneur with a focus on memory systems, cultural evolution and rhetoric. Show more

Nadia is skilled at being angry and even more skilled at seeing through the anger of others. She revels in frustration and loves figuring out what angry users really need.

Nadia is skilled at being angry and even more skilled at seeing through the anger of others. She revels in frustration and loves figuring out what angry users really need. Show more

Jesse Foreman is the NFT Founder of Young Money APAA Kingdom and a NFL Agent. He is an avid NFT collector and helps his clients navigate the NFT space.

Jesse Foreman is the NFT Founder of Young Money APAA Kingdom and a NFL Agent. He is an avid NFT collector and helps his clients navigate the NFT space. Show more

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Daniela Rosas es estudiante de Gestión y Alta Dirección con mención en Gestión Social y Pública en la Pontificia Universidad Católica del Perú (PUCP) y Presidenta de 180 Degrees Consulting PUCP, donde lidera proyectos de consultoría estratégica para organizaciones sociales y emprendimientos de impacto. Ayacuchana de origen, su trabajo está profundamente conectado con la generación de soluciones que respondan a realidades diversas y descentralizadas.

Su enfoque se sitúa en la intersección entre tecnología, innovación social y estrategia, utilizando inteligencia artificial generativa, herramientas no-code y diseño centrado en el usuario (UX/UI) para transformar ideas en soluciones escalables, accesibles y con impacto medible. Ha implementado soluciones tecnológicas en ONGs y proyectos sociales, integrando automatización, marketing social y herramientas como n8n y Lovable para optimizar procesos, fortalecer el fundraising y movilizar comunidades de manera innovadora.

Ha sido Parlamentaria Joven Nacional del Congreso de la República del Perú, donde contribuyó al diseño de propuestas legislativas en temas ambientales, participación ciudadana y transparencia, incorporando indicadores de impacto y mecanismos de seguimiento. Asimismo, fue becaria del Millennium Fellowship (ONU) y participante del Aspire Leaders Program de Harvard University, consolidando su formación en liderazgo global e impacto social.

Como consultora en sostenibilidad en Mypes Verdes, ha acompañado a pequeñas empresas en la adopción de modelos responsables y elaboración de reportes de sostenibilidad. Además, es fundadora de Responsible Work For Ecology, una iniciativa comunitaria en Ayacucho que ha capacitado a más de 80 mujeres en prácticas sostenibles, promoviendo su empoderamiento económico y ambiental.

Ha sido reconocida como ganadora del HONOR College Marketing Challenge 2025, finalista en la Datatón OEFA Innova y en el GreenTech Challenge, destacando por su propuesta de “IA que te entiende y potencia tu esencia”, entendida como el uso de la inteligencia artificial para potenciar capacidades humanas y construir soluciones más empáticas e inclusivas.

Daniela promueve activamente el acceso inclusivo a la tecnología y el uso ético de la IA, convencida de que romper los patrones en la industria implica que más mujeres y actores del sector social pasen de ser usuarios a creadores de tecnología, diseñando soluciones que transformen realidades y generen valor sostenible.

Daniela Rosas es estudiante de Gestión y Alta Dirección con mención en Gestión Social y Pública en la Pontificia Universidad Católica del Perú (PUCP) y Presidenta de 180 Degrees Consulting PUCP, donde lidera proyectos de consultoría estratégica para ... Show more

Daria Fedorova is a strategic operator and trusted partner to founders building high-growth, high-stakes businesses. With over a decade of experience spanning the UAE, Europe, the US, and Asia, she has served as Chief of Staff, VP of Investor Relations, and Interim COO — scaling teams, systems, and capital across 7 markets.
As the first hire and CoS at Destinus, a pre-IPO deep-tech aerospace and defense startup, Daria led three global funding rounds totaling 120M CHF, acted as founder proxy in board and investor forums, and built the operational infrastructure that took the company from zero to 80+ people across 7 countries.
Her career spans YC-backed construction tech (Mighty Buildings), fintech (Bank 131), IoT supply chains (Cogobuy/Forbes Asia Fab 50), and M&A at Siemens Financial Services — giving her a rare cross-industry, cross-cultural lens on what it takes to build and scale ambitious companies.
Today, Daria advises founders and family offices on capital formation, operational scale-up, and international expansion, based between Madrid and Dubai.
She speaks on Chief of Staff, founder leverage, international growth, and building the operating systems that turn strategy into execution.

Daria Fedorova is a strategic operator and trusted partner to founders building high-growth, high-stakes businesses. With over a decade of experience spanning the UAE, Europe, the US, and Asia, she has served as Chief of Staff, VP of Investor Relatio... Show more

Jenna Ritten (@jritten) is Chief Developer Advocate & Architect for the InnerSource Ecosystem at IBM Research and Lead Organizer for InnerSource Summit 2025 New York. She leads IBM's InnerSource transformation across the enterprise, enabling open collaboration, innovation and reuse done right at scale. Jenna partners with InnerSource Commons to co-create industry patterns and standards while building bridges between IBM Research innovations and the global developer community. Her expertise spans developer relations, enterprise infrastructure and platform, cloud-native, AI/ML, quantum computing, and fostering collaborative development cultures. A passionate advocate for open innovation in Tech, Jenna champions non-traditional paths into technology and actively builds communities that foster open collaboration and sustainable technology.

Jenna Ritten (@jritten) is Chief Developer Advocate & Architect for the InnerSource Ecosystem at IBM Research and Lead Organizer for InnerSource Summit 2025 New York. She leads IBM's InnerSource transformation across the enterprise, enabling open col... Show more

Sandy Hackett is a speaker, event host, and producer with decades of experience working in front of live audiences at corporate events, conferences, and theaters nationwide.
He specializes in audience engagement and communication, helping events stay energized, connected, and running smoothly from start to finish. Known for his ability to read a room in real time, Sandy brings a practical, experience-driven perspective on how people connect, respond, and stay present.
His work focuses on the human side of engagement—how communication, energy, and presence directly impact workplace culture, leadership effectiveness, and event success. Blending humor, insight, and real-world experience, Sandy delivers presentations that keep audiences fully engaged while creating meaningful, lasting impact.

Sandy Hackett is a speaker, event host, and producer with decades of experience working in front of live audiences at corporate events, conferences, and theaters nationwide. He specializes in audience engagement and communication, helping events sta... Show more

Producer and Project Manager in large-scale game productions, including Wargaming’s Steel Hunters. I managed Character Art, Narrative and R&D teams, resource planning, and production metrics related to retention and engagement.

Currently, I focus on optimizing creative pipelines through AI-driven tools and data integration — building systems that help teams visualize performance, track milestones, and identify bottlenecks early.

Projects: Soul Atlas, Steel Hunters, World of Warships, Best Team Ever
Companies: DPS Games, Wargaming, Lesta Games

Producer and Project Manager in large-scale game productions, including Wargaming’s Steel Hunters. I managed Character Art, Narrative and R&D teams, resource planning, and production metrics related to retention and engagement. Currently, I focus ... Show more

david (they/them) is a professional web developer focused on WordPress theme and plugin development. They emphasize helping small businesses, providing ongoing support, and educating users through their service FixUpFox.

(Note that my name is properly spelled in lowercase only as david wolfpaw. Platforms like Sessionize are an easy example of the values of code coming before people and their lived experiences.)

david (they/them) is a professional web developer focused on WordPress theme and plugin development. They emphasize helping small businesses, providing ongoing support, and educating users through their service FixUpFox. (Note that my name is prop... 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

As a fan of Evan Roderick, I’ve found his journey to be both motivating and meaningful. Watching someone go from the intensity of competitive sports to becoming an accomplished actor/songwriter speaks volumes about his focus and willingness to grow.

I first saw Evan on Arrow as Detective Nick Anastas, where his presence felt steady and natural. There was something about the way he carried himself, calm yet purposeful, that drew me in. Later, I learned about his background in hockey, which only added to my respect for him. He played at the Division I level for UMass Lowell before a significant injury changed his plans. That turning point led him to pursue acting, and from what I’ve seen, he gave it the same level of commitment as he did to his time on the ice.

Growing up in Vancouver, Evan Roderick Anderson was always on the move, changing schools to follow his hockey goals. Along the way, he took on summer jobs in commercials, which turned out to be his first step into the world of performance. After his injury, he came back to Vancouver, trained in acting, and started from the ground up. It’s clear that nothing about his career has been handed to him; he’s earned every step.

His performance in Spinning Out, as Justin Davis, was where many fans, including myself, really connected with his work. He portrayed the emotional tension of the role with sincerity, and it was hard not to relate to the character’s struggles and growth.

Now, with If I Run, Evan steps into the role of Dylan Roberts, a character shaped by inner conflict. It’s exciting to watch him take on more challenging material, especially after receiving a Leo Award nomination in 2023 for Sealed with a List.

And with songs like “Early Years,” he shows another side of his creativity, thoughtful, personal, and honest.

Evan Roderick continues to impress with his dedication to both acting and songwriting, and being a fan of his work makes following his journey truly worthwhile.

As a fan of Evan Roderick, I’ve found his journey to be both motivating and meaningful. Watching someone go from the intensity of competitive sports to becoming an accomplished actor/songwriter speaks volumes about his focus and willingness to grow. ... Show more

James Simon didn’t start his career with the intention of becoming a producer. Like many who fall in love with theater, his first experience with the stage was through performing. He acted in plays during his school years and at summer camps, developing a connection to live performance early on. Though he later explored other fields—college and a radio career—he eventually found his way back to theater, though this time behind the scenes.

Today, James L. Simon is a Broadway producer with two Tony Award nominations and a portfolio of work that stretches from Manhattan to the United Kingdom.

James was born and raised in Bronxville, New York. He studied communications at Emerson College in Boston, preparing for a career in media. After working in radio for several years, he moved to New York City in the early 1990s to pursue acting full-time. Like many actors in the city, James balanced performance work with side jobs. One of those jobs introduced him to theater production, and that experience led him down a different professional path.

His first hands-on experience with a Broadway production came during the revival of Damn Yankees. Through that role, he saw just how much work goes into making a show successful. From that point forward, Producer James Simon began to take shape. The process of coordinating the many moving parts of a theatrical production sparked his interest and led to a long-term shift in focus.

James developed an ability to spot projects with potential and bring together teams capable of executing a shared vision. His strength lies in balancing creative ambition with the practical realities of producing. Over time, he established a reputation for being consistent, thoughtful, and adept at managing the challenges of theater production.

James L. Simon earned his first Tony nomination for Bells Are Ringing in the Best Revival of a Musical category. His second nomination came with Operation Mincemeat, recognized for Best New Musical. He also co-produced The Woman in Black Off-Broadway, which received the Best Play Revival award from the Off-Broadway Alliance. His credits include work in London’s West End and at major theater festivals around the globe.

James is currently preparing to bring The Marriage of Alice B. Toklas by Gertrude Stein to the 2025 Edinburgh Fringe Festival. He is also co-producing a national tour of Dungeons & Dragons: Twenty Sided Tavern in the United States, an interactive production that combines live gaming and traditional theater elements.

When asked what keeps him producing, James often points to his belief in the power of stories. While he appreciates being part of well-known productions, he also values smaller, more intimate works that may not attract as much attention. In interviews and articles, he has noted how hard it can be for new voices to gain access in the theater industry.

He continues to support opportunities for emerging talent. James serves on the board of Untitled Theater Company No. 61 and donates to programs such as Artists Relief and Donors Choose. These platforms help artists at early stages of their careers gain visibility and support.

Outside the arts, James has volunteered with the New York Food Bank and Habitat for Humanity. He is also a regular blood donor through the New York Blood Bank and supports the Legal Aid Society, showing his broader commitment to service.

Producing involves far more than choosing scripts. It requires careful budgeting, coordination, conflict resolution, and planning for travel. James L. Simon, the Producer, remains deeply involved in all aspects of production. He finds value in the behind-the-scenes work—quiet tasks that ensure everything comes together on time.

Even with two Tony Award nominations and international credits, James stays focused on the work rather than recognition. He chooses projects based on substance, not trends, and strives to build environments where creativity can thrive.

Though some of his upcoming projects remain undisclosed, one thing is certain: James Simon, the Producer, continues to approach every production with care, dedication, and a deep respect for the process.

James Simon didn’t start his career with the intention of becoming a producer. Like many who fall in love with theater, his first experience with the stage was through performing. He acted in plays during his school years and at summer camps, develop... Show more

EdTech scholar & VE expert, Prof. Jiménez is a prolific author on equity & human rights. His work bridges cultures inspiring empathy. His publications spark critical conversations on global exchange & social justice.

EdTech scholar & VE expert, Prof. Jiménez is a prolific author on equity & human rights. His work bridges cultures inspiring empathy. His publications spark critical conversations on global exchange & social justice. Show more

Sandra-Lorena Bahlmann is the Go-To Coach for Women 30+ in Tech Startups, helping them turn draining jobs into fulfilling careers—while keeping the income they deserve. As a certified systemic and agile coach, she previously built and led marketing teams in startups, co-founded an online manufacturing startup, and worked with Lean Startup methodologies for years. Now, she helps professionals break through career blocks, navigate transitions, and create fulfilling career paths—without losing financial stability.

Sandra-Lorena Bahlmann is the Go-To Coach for Women 30+ in Tech Startups, helping them turn draining jobs into fulfilling careers—while keeping the income they deserve. As a certified systemic and agile coach, she previously built and led marketing t... Show more

She is a social impact leader and impact placemaker, She has co-founded the award winning PlayPan - a social movement that transforms underutilised spaces into vibrant community hubs for creativity and social good. In addition, she also co-founded Glass Dome - a Third Space in Central Singapore that brings diverse stakeholders together to build a culture of giving.

With over two decade in philanthropy and a background spanning corporate, nonprofit, and advisory roles, she is a strong advocate for driving impact through purpose-led design and collaboration. Her joint work is archived as part of contemporary Singapore history as well as documented as case study in Harvard Business Review.

She is a social impact leader and impact placemaker, She has co-founded the award winning PlayPan - a social movement that transforms underutilised spaces into vibrant community hubs for creativity and social good. In addition, she also co-founded Gl... Show more

Debasmita is a Senior Mobile Developer and freelancer with a decade of experience, primarily focused on mobile app development. An early adopter of Flutter, she has successfully built and released numerous applications spanning various industries, notably in FinTech. In addition to her technical expertise, Debasmita is passionate about sharing knowledge. She has spoken at events like Flutter Festival, DevFest, and Google I/O Extended. Recognized as a Google Developer Expert (GDE), she continues to create content that strengthens the Flutter community.

Debasmita is a Senior Mobile Developer and freelancer with a decade of experience, primarily focused on mobile app development. An early adopter of Flutter, she has successfully built and released numerous applications spanning various industries, no... Show more

I love teaching machines to understand language.
I help them learn to speak, find information in texts, and create sentences.
I also enjoy making music and playing board games.
I’m passionate about platypuses, dinosaurs, and Doctor Who.
I don’t always look up, but when I do, it’s to admire the stars.

I love teaching machines to understand language. I help them learn to speak, find information in texts, and create sentences. I also enjoy making music and playing board games. I’m passionate about platypuses, dinosaurs, and Doctor Who. I don’t a... Show more

Dawn Pfeifer Reitz is a communication strategist, leadership educator, and higher education leader who helps people transform expertise into influence. With more than three decades of experience in teaching, training, and organizational leadership, her work focuses on the power skills that drive professional success: communication, leadership presence, collaboration, and strategic thinking.

Dawn serves as an Associate Teaching Professor of Communication Arts and Sciences and First Year Seminar Coordinator at Penn State Berks, where she leads curriculum innovation, faculty collaboration, and student success initiatives across programs.

Dawn is also the founder of DSPR Consulting, where she advises organizations and leaders on communication strategy, leadership development, and learning systems.

Known for translating research into practical tools, Dawn's sessions combine storytelling, frameworks, and real world application. She regularly speaks on communication for career readiness, leadership development, mentoring, and the role of communication in professional mobility.

Her work sits at the intersection of education, leadership, and workforce development, helping students, professionals, and organizations communicate with clarity, confidence, and purpose.

Dawn Pfeifer Reitz is a communication strategist, leadership educator, and higher education leader who helps people transform expertise into influence. With more than three decades of experience in teaching, training, and organizational leadership, h... Show more

Dr. Larry Stanleigh’s speaking presentations reflect over three decades of dental clinical and business ownership experience. Through lectures, workshops and team trainings, he uses the Discovery Insights system to bring solutions which help the dental team form stronger relationships (both with each other and patients) thus becoming more effective in their positions.
With a focus on practice culture, self-awareness and self-directed leadership, Larry’s programs help mindsets to evolve and practice culture to transform and strengthen.
An avid learner and life-long student, Larry is a dedicated general practitioner and an orofacial pain/TMJ consultant. Additionally, he runs Agility Guard, a sports performance mouthguard company.
Larry was a rock radio DJ on-air in Toronto (CJSW) from 1977- 1981. He is an award-winning writer/blogger and executive producer of the USNA: United States of North America graphic novel project. Larry is also an experienced emcee, a stand-up comic, and a recurring character in No Shirt, No Shoes, Pants Optional comedy podcast.

Dr. Larry Stanleigh’s speaking presentations reflect over three decades of dental clinical and business ownership experience. Through lectures, workshops and team trainings, he uses the Discovery Insights system to bring solutions which help the dent... Show more

Erin Sydney Welsh is an associate attorney practicing matrimonial and family law at Brian R. Welsh, PLLC, in Williamsville, New York, just outside Buffalo. Her practice includes representation in divorce, custody, child support, prenuptial agreements, post-divorce enforcement matters, and family offenses. She handles both trial and appellate matters and has developed particular experience in parental alienation cases. After completing law school in 2024, she passed the New York bar exam and was admitted to practice by the Appellate Division: Fourth Department, in January 2025.

In her daily work, Erin represents individuals and families facing legal disputes that often carry emotional and financial impact. Matrimonial and family law requires careful preparation, attention to detail, and a clear understanding of both statutory and case law. Her involvement in trial proceedings allows her to present evidence and arguments before the court, while her appellate experience focuses on reviewing legal errors and drafting persuasive briefs. Through this combination, she works to ensure that her clients’ positions are clearly and effectively presented at every stage of litigation.

Attorney Erin Welsh, Buffalo, earned her Bachelor of Arts in Political Science and Middle East Studies from Syracuse University. She attended on a full-tuition merit scholarship through the Coronat Scholar Program, which supports students who demonstrate leadership and a commitment to serving others. During her undergraduate years, she was also selected as a Remembrance Scholar, one of the institution’s highest honors recognizing academic excellence and community involvement. In addition, she completed the Renee Crown University Honors Program, which emphasizes interdisciplinary study, communication, and civic engagement.

After graduating from Syracuse University, she continued her academic work at Trinity College Dublin, earning a Master of Philosophy in Sociology with first-class honors. While pursuing her graduate degree, she authored and published a peer-reviewed article titled “Assessing Microfinance as a Means of Socioeconomic Empowerment for Vulnerable Women in Jordan.” Her research examined how financial programs can influence economic stability and opportunity for women in underserved communities. This work reflected her broader interest in how legal and social structures affect access to resources and individual advancement.

Erin then attended the University at Buffalo School of Law to complete her legal education. During law school, she served on the Buffalo Law Review, contributing to the editing and publication of scholarly legal articles. She received the Robert J. Connelly Trial Technique Award in recognition of her courtroom performance and practical advocacy skills. She was also named a James Kent Scholar and served as a Property Fellow, assisting with academic instruction in foundational legal subjects.

Her practical training included internships at the Erie County District Attorney’s Office and in the Attorneys for Children Unit at the Legal Aid Bureau of Buffalo. These experiences provided exposure to both prosecution work and child advocacy within the legal system. Erin Welsh also participated as a New York State Bar Association Family Law Section Fellow, further strengthening her focus on family law practice.

Outside her professional responsibilities, Erin Sydney Welsh, Buffalo, volunteers as a judge for mock trials and moot court competitions. Born and raised in Western New York, she resides in Williamsville with her spouse. In addition to her work as an Attorney, she is a singer-songwriter and multi-instrumentalist who continues to write and perform music.

Erin Sydney Welsh is an associate attorney practicing matrimonial and family law at Brian R. Welsh, PLLC, in Williamsville, New York, just outside Buffalo. Her practice includes representation in divorce, custody, child support, prenuptial agreements... Show more

Julian Kamphausen (Studio für unendliche Möglichkeiten) began his career in various roles in the performing arts. From 2013 to 2017, he headed the annual “Branchentreff der freien darstellenden Künste” (Independent Performing Arts Industry Meeting) for the Performing Arts Program, which, with over 500 participants, is now the largest theater congress in Germany. In 2016, Alexandra Wolf, re:publica, and Kamphausen conceived Performersion, a format in which actors from digital civil society and technology development engage in exchange, discussion, and cooperation with artists from the digital and performing arts. From 2018 to 2020, he was artistic director of the Hauptsache Frei Festival in Hamburg together with Susanne Schuster. He was co-founder and artistic director of prater.digital. Since 2021, he has been managing director, together with Gloria Schulz, of Studio für unendliche Möglichkeiten (Studio for Infinite Possibilities), which now designs, produces, and distributes public-benefit solutions for art, education, mediation, teaching, and research in Hamburg and Berlin: these include the new metaverse “GoetheVRsum” for the Goethe Institute and the highly innvoative "Protoverse" together with the HTW Berlin.

Julian Kamphausen (Studio für unendliche Möglichkeiten) began his career in various roles in the performing arts. From 2013 to 2017, he headed the annual “Branchentreff der freien darstellenden Künste” (Independent Performing Arts Industry Meeting) f... Show more

Carmen Graciela Díaz is a Puerto Rican journalist and author with more than 15 years of experience in writing and publishing in Spanish and English. With a decade of teaching experience, she is the Distinguished Lecturer/Director for the Bilingual Journalism Program at CUNY’s Craig Newmark Graduate School of Journalism.

She is the author of “Huele a Bomba: la paradójica esencia del periodismo de Avance,” a book on groundbreaking Puerto Rican publication, Avance. Her storytelling centers on arts, culture, education, and Puerto Rican and Latino issues. Carmen Graciela has worked with Univision News Digital, El Nuevo Día, and Primera Hora and her writing has appeared in Hyperallergic, El País, Centro Journal, The Miami Herald, The Common, and Reasons to be Cheerful, among other publications. Her freelance work includes research for the biopic Rita Moreno: Just a Girl Who Decided to Go for It and being a contributing writer of a book documenting the work and the story of ArtPlace America. She holds master’s degrees from Columbia University’s Graduate School of Journalism (New York) in Arts and Culture Reporting and Universidad del Sagrado Corazón (San Juan) in Cultural Studies. Her teaching and journalism have been recognized by the Craig Newmark Graduate School of Journalism and the Overseas Press Club (Puerto Rico chapter). From 2024 to 2025 she was a member of the Center for Cooperative Media's Racial Equity Advisory Board.

Carmen Graciela is currently working on her second book centered on Puerto Ricans in New York to be published in 2026 by Periodística Editorial.

Carmen Graciela Díaz is a Puerto Rican journalist and author with more than 15 years of experience in writing and publishing in Spanish and English. With a decade of teaching experience, she is the Distinguished Lecturer/Director for the Bilingual Jo... Show more

Lennart is a solution and enterprise architect specializing in real‑time, event‑driven data platforms built on Azure Cosmos DB and Microsoft Fabric. With more than 25 years of experience across banking, finance, manufacturing, retail, and public transportation, he has led major modernization initiatives — including transforming H&M’s global product data and PLM architecture. He has also worked at an enterprise level to develop strategies that support modern data platforms, both in his current role at Trafikförvaltningen and previously at Handelsbanken, among others.

Today, Lennart works at Trafikförvaltningen in Region Stockholm, where he focuses on domain‑driven design, operational data products, and real‑time architectures that power critical public transport services. His work centers on leveraging Cosmos DB Change Feed, serverless compute, and governed data domains to deliver instant, push‑based experiences across mobile, desktop, and analytical platforms.

He frequently speaks on modern data lifecycles, event‑driven business design, and cloud‑native architecture, addressing audiences ranging from business leaders to deep technical experts. Lennart also moderates and coaches at community and enterprise events.

Primary areas: Event‑driven architecture, real‑time data products, Azure Cosmos DB, Microsoft Fabric, .NET, serverless, mobile-first solutions, NoSQL, Graph & Vector DBs, CI/CD, multi‑cloud patterns.

Certifications: SAFe 6 Architect, Azure Developer, Azure Architect Expert, and more.

Lennart is a solution and enterprise architect specializing in real‑time, event‑driven data platforms built on Azure Cosmos DB and Microsoft Fabric. With more than 25 years of experience across banking, finance, manufacturing, retail, and public tran... Show more