I started out in life getting all of my degrees through post-graduate in Music Performance from The Ohio State University and Carnegie Mellon University. I then became a self-taught IT worker and eventually heard of this thing called DevOps at a meetup and it really resonated with me. I started to pursue that as a career and have made a career working with great companies to solve technical/process problems--and have absolutely loved every minute of it!

Outside of work, you'll find me spending time with my family, training for a marathon, and talking or listening to all things Classical music.

I started out in life getting all of my degrees through post-graduate in Music Performance from The Ohio State University and Carnegie Mellon University. I then became a self-taught IT worker and eventually heard of this thing called DevOps at a mee... Show more

Courage is a crypto advisor, web3 writer and strategist passionate about doing work that has an impact and creating a more transparent and equitable future. She has been in crypto since 2018 and works with web3 companies on their content development and marketing strategy.

She enjoys all things web3 and holds a bachelor's degree in English from Mount St. Mary’s University in Los Angeles.

Courage is a crypto advisor, web3 writer and strategist passionate about doing work that has an impact and creating a more transparent and equitable future. She has been in crypto since 2018 and works with web3 companies on their content development ... Show more

Kristin Kautz, FSMPS, CPSM
AI Strategist | Consultant | Speaker | Trainer
Kristin Kautz is a nationally recognized expert in artificial intelligence strategy and digital transformation, with a deep understanding of its implications for the architecture, engineering, and construction (AEC) industry. As a Fellow of the Society for Marketing Professional Services (FSMPS) and a Certified Professional Services Marketer (CPSM), she has spent her career at the intersection of technology, business strategy, and industry leadership.
She specializes in AI education, change management, and strategic implementation (AI First Steps), helping firms navigate both the opportunities and challenges AI presents. Her Minds & Machines symposiums, AI IQ Community, and AI consulting services are designed to equip firms with the knowledge and frameworks they need to integrate AI effectively and competitively.
Kristin is known for her no-nonsense, direct, insightful approach—cutting through the hype to deliver practical, industry-specific strategies. Her work goes beyond tools and trends; she also focuses on the bigger operational shifts AI is bringing to firms, from decision-making and workforce transformation to contracts and value differentiators.
With a true talent for making complex topics accessible and actionable, Kristin's techno-optimism will inspire you to think critically, act now, and stay ahead in this new era of AI-driven business.

Kristin Kautz, FSMPS, CPSM AI Strategist | Consultant | Speaker | Trainer Kristin Kautz is a nationally recognized expert in artificial intelligence strategy and digital transformation, with a deep understanding of its implications for the architec... Show more

Rachel Kibler is an enthusiastic and eager tester with a varied background of law, music, and entrepreneurship. She brings both analytical and creative thinking to her testing, enjoys the challenges of building something new, and has taken to using artificial intelligence in her work and life with both caution and excitement. She is always looking for ways to improve her competence as a tester and a human. She is based in Salt Lake City, where she works for SeekWell, which sells contact lenses and glasses online, sings semi-professionally, knits for fun, and travels as much as she can.

Rachel Kibler is an enthusiastic and eager tester with a varied background of law, music, and entrepreneurship. She brings both analytical and creative thinking to her testing, enjoys the challenges of building something new, and has taken to using a... Show more

Beginning his journey without any prior knowledge of AI or art, Alexandru has become a proficient AI user, crafting stunning pieces of art. Despite lacking formal education or training in this field, he has been at the forefront of blending AI with blockchain to develop unique and intriguing NFTs. A staunch advocate for ethical AI use in art, Alexandru actively engages with the online community, frequently sharing his perspectives and insights on Twitter spaces. His passion for digital creativity,commitment to exploring the possibilities of AI in art have positioned him as a prominent voice in the AI NFT community. His dedication to pushing the limits of how technology can transform artistic expression is not just inspiring but also trailblazing in the realm of digital art.

Beginning his journey without any prior knowledge of AI or art, Alexandru has become a proficient AI user, crafting stunning pieces of art. Despite lacking formal education or training in this field, he has been at the forefront of blending AI with b... Show more

As Consulting Practice & Strategic Partnership Manager at Adaptive Business Solutions, Domenique leads implementation strategy, oversees migration pipelines, and develops ISV partnerships that strengthen Adaptive’s solution ecosystem and accelerate AI‑enabled transformation.

Her recent contributions include establishing Adaptive’s Denmark office, achieving new Microsoft Solution Partner Designations, expanding co‑sell initiatives, and delivering industry‑specific IP to AppSource.

Prior to joining the BC space, she implemented data‑management and integration solutions at ISV for a different ERP (who shall not be named). With over 15 years in the software industry, she brings deep experience across multiple technology shifts — from cloud modernization to API‑driven architectures to automated digital payments — and is fully engaged in shaping the next era of agentic systems.

As Consulting Practice & Strategic Partnership Manager at Adaptive Business Solutions, Domenique leads implementation strategy, oversees migration pipelines, and develops ISV partnerships that strengthen Adaptive’s solution ecosystem and accelerate A... Show more

Software Architect. Photographer. Musician. Dad.

Peter wrote his Diploma thesis on a multitouch finger detection library for Multitouch Tables. Then came the iPhone and changed everything. He has been doing mobile development ever since. Today He works as a Software Architect for MaibornWolff an IT Consultancy. He has worked on Apps for BMW, Rolls-Royce, Mini, DigitalCharging Solutions, Deutsche Post and many more.

Peter is a regular speaker at conferences and Meetups and back in the day even gave a lecture at university: https://bit.ly/4mnGYC6

Software Architect. Photographer. Musician. Dad. Peter wrote his Diploma thesis on a multitouch finger detection library for Multitouch Tables. Then came the iPhone and changed everything. He has been doing mobile development ever since. Today He ... Show more

Bradley Kirshenbaum is a Johannesburg-based creative and the founder of Love Jozi. After graduating with a bachelor’s degree in graphic design in 1993, he built his career in advertising, marketing and corporate communications before developing his own brands and independent design practice.

In 2005 he created a stylised graphic of Johannesburg’s skyline that launched Love Jozi. What began as a T-shirt side hustle has grown into a design brand spanning apparel, maps, wallpapers, merchandise and custom work for a host of clients.

His book and talk, I Love You I Hate You, explore his complicated relationship with Johannesburg through 20 years of Love Jozi, using humour, irony and close observation to turn the city’s contradictions into a distinctive visual language.

Bradley Kirshenbaum is a Johannesburg-based creative and the founder of Love Jozi. After graduating with a bachelor’s degree in graphic design in 1993, he built his career in advertising, marketing and corporate communications before developing his o... Show more

Les projets réussissent rarement par la seule qualité d'une offre, d'une stratégie ou d'une équipe.
Ils réussissent lorsque la vision, les personnes, les compétences et les actions avancent dans la même direction.

Depuis plus de 20 ans, j'évolue à la croisée du design, du marketing, du développement commercial, de la communication et de la gestion de projet. Mon parcours m'a permis d'acquérir une vision globale des organisations et de comprendre comment relier des expertises parfois cloisonnées autour d'un objectif commun.

J'accompagne les dirigeants, les PME et les organisations dans leurs phases de création, de structuration ou de transformation en créant du lien entre stratégie, offre, communication, expérience client et développement d'activité.

Mon rôle consiste à clarifier une vision, structurer une offre, aligner les parties prenantes, faciliter la collaboration et transformer les intentions en réalisations concrètes.

J’interviens notamment sur :

✔️ Le positionnement et la valorisation des offres
✔️ La structuration du développement commercial
✔️ L’alignement entre stratégie, marketing, communication et expérience client
✔️ La conception de dispositifs, parcours et supports au service des objectifs
✔️ Le pilotage de projets transverses
✔️ La coordination d’équipes, de partenaires et de parties prenantes
✔️ L’accompagnement au changement et la montée en compétences

Ma pratique repose sur trois dimensions complémentaires :

1️⃣ Stratège : donner du sens, de la cohérence et une direction.
2️⃣ Conceptrice : transformer les idées en solutions concrètes et adaptées.
3️⃣ Facilitatrice : faire émerger, transmettre et mettre en mouvement.

Je crée du lien entre les idées, les personnes et les actions pour rendre les projets plus cohérents, plus fluides et plus créateurs de valeur.

Les projets réussissent rarement par la seule qualité d'une offre, d'une stratégie ou d'une équipe. Ils réussissent lorsque la vision, les personnes, les compétences et les actions avancent dans la même direction. Depuis plus de 20 ans, j'évolue ... Show more

Himanshu is a digital nerd with the mind of a Himalayan yogi. His experience spans Product design, branding, and marketing to make people laugh, cry, and reach for their wallets. It's hard to tell when Himanshu is talking about life and when he's talking about design. He decodes human behavior by blending cognitive and brain sciences and distilling ancient wisdom and philosophy to change how you think about thinking. This is probably why his designs resonate so powerfully deep within to create calm and joy.

Himanshu has created a unique process for designers to become creative, enhance their quality of life, and infuse joy in creations by connecting feelings with features. He uses it to inspire teams to create scalable, compassionate products for startups and large enterprises in the US.

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Linkedin http://www.linkedin.com/in/himanb
Website https://www.joyful.design

Himanshu is a digital nerd with the mind of a Himalayan yogi. His experience spans Product design, branding, and marketing to make people laugh, cry, and reach for their wallets. It's hard to tell when Himanshu is talking about life and when he's tal... Show more

Todd Montesi is a comedian/director/writer/producer from Brooklyn, NY. He has
been on HBO, Comedy Central, TBS, etc. A pioneer in the comedy NFT and Metaverse space, Todd has been featured in the NFT NYC Convention for 2021 and hosted a panel in 2022 as well. He also produces daily comedic content online and is currently producing his acclaimed sitcom web
series “PN & Friends” on his Youtube channel MONTIKILLAVISION.

Montesi also runs his own comedy club/network the UG! COMEDY SHOW!! in Soho at Adoro Lei.

Todd Montesi is a comedian/director/writer/producer from Brooklyn, NY. He has been on HBO, Comedy Central, TBS, etc. A pioneer in the comedy NFT and Metaverse space, Todd has been featured in the NFT NYC Convention for 2021 and hosted a panel in 20... Show more

Nalin Theodore is a recent graduate of Christopher Newport University, where he earned a Bachelor of Arts in Communication Studies with a minor in Leadership Studies. During his time at CNU, Nalin was actively involved in the Presidential Leadership Program, Lambda Pi Eta Communication Honor Society, Residence Life, and the Men’s Ultimate Frisbee Team. Nalin’s interest in sustainability grew through his involvement in student-led environmental initiatives and his work as a Reuzzi Student Ambassador. In this role, he used his strengths in communication, storytelling, and video production to create engaging promotional content that raised awareness of Reuzzi’s sustainable solutions and encouraged more environmentally conscious choices among college students. He is currently pursuing a Master of Science in Management at George Mason University while working as a Sales Consultant at Safford Subaru Manassas. Nalin is passionate about using communication, leadership, and creative media to strengthen communities and make sustainability more accessible and engaging. Outside of his professional and academic work, he enjoys volunteering in his community, creating videos, staying active, exploring the outdoors, and playing ultimate frisbee.

Nalin Theodore is a recent graduate of Christopher Newport University, where he earned a Bachelor of Arts in Communication Studies with a minor in Leadership Studies. During his time at CNU, Nalin was actively involved in the Presidential Leadership ... Show more

Formal CV

Dr Deborah de Graaff is a celebrated Australian clarinettist, educator, music psychologist, and adjudicator, known for her dynamic artistry and deep commitment to nurturing the next generation of musicians. A winner of the prestigious ABC Young Performers Awards, Deborah has performed as a soloist and chamber musician on major stages nationally and internationally, including numerous ABC broadcasts and 14 acclaimed CD recordings.
Deborah earned her PhD from UNSW with pioneering research in expert practice and motivational music psychology—work that continues to influence teaching studios and conservatoria alike. A passionate educator, she has taught clarinet and chamber music at the Sydney Conservatorium High School, the Open Academy, and the University of Sydney, where she also supervised postgraduate research. Many of her students have gone on to win national competitions, scholarships, and professional positions in major ensembles.
Former artistic director of the touring ensemble Ku-ring-gai Virtuosi, she was a founding artistic director of SILO SOUNDS Inc. in Harden-Murrumburrah regional NSW, she brought elite-level classical music of excellence and youth and elders mentorship to her rural community.
Known for her insightful musical judgment, warmth, and inspiring presence, Deborah is a highly respected adjudicator and mentor, uniquely bridging performance excellence with psychological insight and pedagogical rigour.
She delights that many previous students are working professionally as clarinet players and educators.

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About Deborah de Graaff, a Personal Profile

Clarinetist Educator Communicator:
Australian clarinetist Deborah de Graaff is acclaimed for her expressive artistry, distinctive voice in chamber music, and deep commitment to teaching and audience engagement. A musician of rare depth, Deborah has combined a rich performing life with a thoughtful, communicative approach to repertoire — from classic masterpieces to new commissions.

A Life Shaped by Music:
Growing up immersed in the world of opera and song, Deborah was profoundly influenced by her mother, contralto Lauris Elms. This early exposure to lyricism, tone, and storytelling continues to shape her sound — one that is vocal in colour, expressive in phrasing, and consistently grounded in musical intention.

Her performances are known for their luminous tone, architectural clarity, and emotional directness, traits particularly evident in her acclaimed recordings of the Brahms clarinet works and other core repertoire. Whether in concerto, chamber music, or solo recital, Deborah’s playing invites listeners into a world where each phrase breathes and each curve of line is compellingly articulated.

​Championing Clarinet Repertoire:
Deborah’s large discography and concert career has reflected both masterworks of the clarinet literature and thoughtful explorations of new and rare gems. Her recordings are celebrated for their: Artistic depth and expressive range. Clarity of musical structure. Deep empathy with composers’ intentions

Teacher & Mentor
As a dedicated educator, Deborah brings the same musical sensitivity and analytic insight to the studio as she does to the stage. Her teaching is characterised by:
A focus on sound quality and expressive intention
Clear, structured pedagogical approaches to technique and musicianship
Encouragement of personal musical voice alongside disciplined craft
University students, young professionals, and community musicians alike value her clarity, patience, and mentorship.

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Connection & Communication
Whether through live concerts, recordings, masterclasses, or online media, Deborah believes strongly in connecting with audiences — helping listeners hear with fresh ears and experience music as a living, breathing art.

She has appeared as a featured artist and speaker at festivals, conferences, concert series, and educational forums, and is regularly invited to adjudicate, lecture, and lead workshops.

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Behind the Music
When she isn’t playing or teaching, Deborah can often be found:
Mentoring with young people and exploring new repertoire with collaborators
Somewhere in the garden nurturing trees and growing fruit
Listening deeply to everything from lieder to chamber music and podcasts on the environment and world politics
Sailing, boating, varnishing, painting and building
​Walking Harry-dog through bushland or open rural fields with er wonderful wife
Keeping in touch with her talented inspiring young people and students

Formal CV Dr Deborah de Graaff is a celebrated Australian clarinettist, educator, music psychologist, and adjudicator, known for her dynamic artistry and deep commitment to nurturing the next generation of musicians. A winner of the prestigious AB... Show more

After 15 years as a unit production manager in the film and television industry, I’ve made the pivot to tech. Here to share my journey and insight with fellow pivoters!

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Kimberly Williams is a Web3 entrepreneur, NFT founder, and community builder dedicated to expanding opportunities for creators and increasing women’s representation in blockchain. Since founding Ugly Duck Society in 2022, she has focused on building communities that connect digital ownership with real-world utility. With a background in creative direction, branding, and community development, Kimberly has led initiatives centered on education, collaboration, and sustainable ecosystem growth. She is also the founder of Women Builders of Web3, an initiative that empowers women through networking, mentorship, and education, inspiring more women to become founders and leaders in the decentralized economy. Kimberly is a passionate speaker on NFTs, digital ownership, entrepreneurship, and the creator economy, with a mission to build a more inclusive and community-driven future for Web3.

Kimberly Williams is a Web3 entrepreneur, NFT founder, and community builder dedicated to expanding opportunities for creators and increasing women’s representation in blockchain. Since founding Ugly Duck Society in 2022, she has focused on buildin... Show more

Abogado, consultor y académico especializado en derecho de autor, tecnología y legislación en entornos digitales. Cuenta con estudios de licenciatura en Derecho y un Doctorado en Ciencias Políticas. Desde junio de 2017 asume la dirección del Centro Latinoamericano de Investigaciones sobre Internet (CLISI), una organización técnico-académica orientada a la investigación de los derechos digitales, la cultura libre y la integración tecnológica. A través de este rol, ha impulsado iniciativas de impacto regional y lideró la expansión internacional de la institución. Su práctica profesional se fundamenta en el análisis normativo y la estructuración legal de ecosistemas tecnológicos, manteniendo un enfoque riguroso sobre la evolución de la propiedad intelectual en la red.

Abogado, consultor y académico especializado en derecho de autor, tecnología y legislación en entornos digitales. Cuenta con estudios de licenciatura en Derecho y un Doctorado en Ciencias Políticas. Desde junio de 2017 asume la dirección del Centro L... Show more

A composer, church organist, performer, teacher, and classical music consultant

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I'm Miguel, a Tech Leader and Node.js/Node-API and ActiveRecord::Tenanted contributor with Fullstack experience across React, TypeScript, Node.js, Ruby, and C++ ecosystems. I'm passionate about open source and actively contribute to the tools I use daily.

I'm Miguel, a Tech Leader and Node.js/Node-API and ActiveRecord::Tenanted contributor with Fullstack experience across React, TypeScript, Node.js, Ruby, and C++ ecosystems. I'm passionate about open source and actively contribute to the tools I use d... Show more

A seasoned digital leader with over 15 years of experience in building and optimizing customer-centric digital experiences, Anchal Gautam currently serves as a Digital Product Manager at Blick Art Materials. In this role, she leads key initiatives across Product Search and Personalization, Account Self-Service, and B2B product experiences.

With a strong background at the intersection of technology, data, and user experience, Anchal has a proven track record of driving growth through strategic product development and innovative digital solutions. They are passionate about leveraging personalization and scalable platforms to enhance customer engagement and deliver measurable business impact.

At this conference, Anchal brings practical insights on evolving digital ecosystems, optimizing product discovery, and creating seamless experiences for both B2C and B2B audiences.

A seasoned digital leader with over 15 years of experience in building and optimizing customer-centric digital experiences, Anchal Gautam currently serves as a Digital Product Manager at Blick Art Materials. In this role, she leads key initiatives ac... Show more

I’m Jeff Paquet — a filmmaker, storyteller, and proud New Orleans native.

I spent 13 years deep in theater — acting, directing, building shows from the ground up on stages across California. That grind taught me how to tell stories with heart and hustle.

I transitioned into TV and film with multiple agents in Los Angeles and beyond. After years of auditions, near-misses, and industry politics, I realized the only way to keep creating on my own terms was to build it myself.

So I linked up with my creative partner — my right-hand man, Luke, my ‘right nut’ — and together we’ve written, shot, edited, and released **150 original short films** as the duo Homeboiflix. No big studio, no permission, just pure independent fire.

Today I speak about creative independence, turning frustration into momentum, and how we’re now leveling up from shorts to full feature films — while building a real community through NFTs that puts our biggest supporters on set, at premieres, and inside the process.

I’m Jeff Paquet — a filmmaker, storyteller, and proud New Orleans native. I spent 13 years deep in theater — acting, directing, building shows from the ground up on stages across California. That grind taught me how to tell stories with heart and ... Show more

Joris Quarshie is an Events and Programs Officer at Open Knowledge Impact Foundation, where he leads the planning and execution of impactful programs that promote open knowledge, community engagement, and digital inclusion. He works closely with diverse stakeholders to design initiatives that empower contributors, strengthen collaborative networks, and advance access to free and open information across communities.

Joris Quarshie is an Events and Programs Officer at Open Knowledge Impact Foundation, where he leads the planning and execution of impactful programs that promote open knowledge, community engagement, and digital inclusion. He works closely with dive... Show more

Dev / Formateur GreenIT
Speaker,
Chef d'orchestre,
(Retro)Gamer,
Papa geek,
Eleveur de GNUs

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Passionate and visionary Lead Product Designer with a mission to create extraordinary user experiences that seamlessly blend innovation and functionality. With a deep understanding of user behavior and a knack for human-centric design, I combine creativity with analytical thinking to craft intuitive interfaces that captivate and delight.

My career spans over a decade, during which I've had the privilege of working across diverse industries such as fintech, airlines, insurance, and e-commerce. In each sector, I have leveraged my expertise to drive impactful design solutions that meet both user needs and business goals.

As a Design Lead, I have successfully led multidisciplinary design teams within agile squads, fostering a culture of collaboration and innovation. I thrive on inspiring my team to create more sustainable and accessible products, emphasizing mentorship and continuous learning.

Passionate and visionary Lead Product Designer with a mission to create extraordinary user experiences that seamlessly blend innovation and functionality. With a deep understanding of user behavior and a knack for human-centric design, I combine crea... Show more

Michael Mikulec is a brand strategist, creative director, and writer whose work centers on shaping early ideas in emerging categories before those categories develop a shared language or formal structure. His professional journey spans more than two decades across broadcast identity, brand strategy, international creative direction, and academic leadership. He was born in Connecticut and is based in Savannah, Georgia. He holds a Bachelor of Fine Arts from the Savannah College of Art and Design and a Master of Fine Arts from Yale University.

Michael began his career in broadcast design at ESPN in Bristol, Connecticut, where he worked on-site during the 2003 and 2004 NBA Finals. He contributed to teams that earned two Sports Emmy Awards in 2004. This early environment demanded precision under pressure, with fast production cycles and high standards for clarity and execution. These conditions helped shape his long-term approach to structured storytelling and system-based design thinking.

Mikulec later joined Troika Design Group in Los Angeles, where he contributed to major entertainment branding initiatives including the launch of The CW network, MTV’s HD platform expansion, and NBC’s identity system for the 2008 Beijing Olympics coverage. This phase of his career expanded his experience in large-scale media ecosystems and global entertainment communication systems.

Michael then moved to Rome to lead creative direction at Frame by Frame. He worked with clients across Europe and the Middle East, gaining broader exposure to international branding frameworks and culturally adaptive design approaches. He later returned to the United States to pursue his MFA at Yale University, where he studied under designers including Michael Bierut and Irma Boom. During this time, he won the pitch for Fenway Park’s 100th Anniversary identity. This project later contributed to the formation of Frame by Frame’s New York office, where he served as partner and creative lead for clients including ESPN, CBS Sports, Fendi, MSG, and the Miami Dolphins.

Michael expanded his work in 2013 by leading the naming and creative direction of Curaleaf. He helped position the brand in a newly regulated industry by emphasizing trust, clarity, and healthcare-aligned communication rather than conventional cannabis-branded language. The project earned Connecticut’s producer’s license with the highest marketing score among sixteen applicants. It became the foundation identity for what is now the largest cannabis company in the United States.

Mikulec continued his career in Los Angeles as a designer, art director, and contractor, including a senior motion design role in Fox Sports’ promo department, where he contributed to a Sports Emmy Award-winning Daytona 500 campaign. He later returned to the Savannah College of Art and Design as Chair of Graphic Design, overseeing 18 faculty members and approximately 900 students. In this role, he restructured the curriculum around future-facing design methodologies and introduced SCAD’s first AI-and-design course, focused on ethics, authorship, and evolving creative responsibility.

Michael Mikulec is currently engaged in independent intellectual work, including his Yale thesis Ready Made to Order, which examined how algorithmic personalization can fragment shared reality and influence cultural perception. He is developing American Alchemy, an essay series focused on memory, identity, and American cultural narrative. He is a three-time Sports Emmy winner, recipient of multiple Promax/BDA awards, and contributor to philanthropic initiatives. He lives in Savannah, where he is raising a son who remains largely unimpressed by all of this.

Michael Mikulec is a brand strategist, creative director, and writer whose work centers on shaping early ideas in emerging categories before those categories develop a shared language or formal structure. His professional journey spans more than two ... Show more

As a Technical Account Manager at Red Hat, I work every day to transform business objectives into innovative technological solutions. I am a cloud enthusiast dedicated to leveraging modern tools to solve complex needs, specializing in the design of hybrid cloud architectures and the implementation of Infrastructure as Code (IaC) to build scalable, resilient systems. I am passionate about understanding the intersection between technology and business strategy to drive growth

As a Technical Account Manager at Red Hat, I work every day to transform business objectives into innovative technological solutions. I am a cloud enthusiast dedicated to leveraging modern tools to solve complex needs, specializing in the design of h... Show more

Vanchhit Khare is an AI systems engineer, published researcher, and music producer. He
works at the intersection of agentic intelligence, automation infrastructure, and creative system
design. His experience spans large scale implementations in finance and healthcare, and his
research focuses on multi agent collaboration, contextual memory, and machine driven
coordination. He also creates electronic music that blends structured logic with emotional
storytelling. Learn more at https://vkhare.online.

Vanchhit Khare is an AI systems engineer, published researcher, and music producer. He works at the intersection of agentic intelligence, automation infrastructure, and creative system design. His experience spans large scale implementations in fin... Show more

Wanted to be a rockstar and made it to metal drummer before detouring into event tech. Spent 10 years touring as a live sound tech, while somehow picking up a master’s in electrical engineering on the side. Started a company for networked modular mixing consoles. Been poking at real-time networks for over a decade. Currently neck-deep in Milan-AVB and exploring how PipeWire might ride that wave.

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Neeraj is the co-founder of Vivid Climate, a climate management and accounting platform. Neeraj is a polyglot. Over the years, he has worked on a variety of full-stack software and data-science applications, as well as computational arts, and likes the challenge of creating new tools and applications, and is an active speaker with talks and tutorials presented at multiple conferences.

Neeraj is the co-founder of Vivid Climate, a climate management and accounting platform. Neeraj is a polyglot. Over the years, he has worked on a variety of full-stack software and data-science applications, as well as computational arts, and likes t... Show more

As the Industry Principal for Travel & Hospitality at Sitecore, I work with top strategic brands in the travel and hospitality vertical to unlock digital potential, reimagine the customer journey, and drive measurable outcomes. I lead engagements focused on experience strategy, value assessment, and vision-setting workshops defining transformational roadmaps.

I'm an Atlanta native, passionate about music, emerging tech, and helping brands deliver engaging experiences. Based in Atlanta, I bring a creative edge and multidisciplinary mindset, honed on the road as a former touring musician. I am passionate about music, and how emerging technologies influence human behavior, emotion, and connection, both online and in the physical world.

As the Industry Principal for Travel & Hospitality at Sitecore, I work with top strategic brands in the travel and hospitality vertical to unlock digital potential, reimagine the customer journey, and drive measurable outcomes. I lead engagements foc... Show more

Victor Mambu is an Information Systems professional, IT Auditor, youth advocate, and dynamic public speaker from Sierra Leone with a strong passion for digital transformation and inclusive governance in Africa. He holds a Bachelor of Science degree in Information Systems from the Institute of Public Administration and Management (IPAM), University of Sierra Leone, a Master’s degree in Information Systems with a specialization in Project Management at Njala University.

Victor currently serves as an IT Auditor at Rokel Commercial Bank Sierra Leone Limited where he contributes to strengthening technology governance, cybersecurity oversight, digital risk management, and institutional resilience within the banking sector. His professional interests include IT governance, cybersecurity, digital policy, and the role of emerging technologies in advancing sustainable development across Africa.

Beyond his corporate role, Victor is widely known as MC VIKMA an accomplished event host and communication professional recognized for engaging diverse audiences and facilitating high-level conversations across public and private sector platforms. He is deeply committed to youth empowerment and believes that young people must play a central role in shaping Africa’s digital future.

Victor actively advocates for greater youth participation, gender inclusion, digital literacy, and equitable access to digital opportunities. Through his work, he seeks to bridge the gap between technology, governance, and community impact, championing a digital ecosystem where young Africans are not just users of technology, but active contributors to policy and innovation.

Victor Mambu is an Information Systems professional, IT Auditor, youth advocate, and dynamic public speaker from Sierra Leone with a strong passion for digital transformation and inclusive governance in Africa. He holds a Bachelor of Science degree ... Show more