Bala is playing the role of Global Engineering Platform Manager for Ford’s e-Commerce Marketing & Sales. Bala is an Engineering Growth mindset person with specialization in DevSecOps, Site Reliability Engineering (SRE), Performance Engineering (PE) and Release Management along with various in depth IT leadership experience. More in LinkedIn - https://www.linkedin.com/in/balachandarnatarajan/

Bala is playing the role of Global Engineering Platform Manager for Ford’s e-Commerce Marketing & Sales. Bala is an Engineering Growth mindset person with specialization in DevSecOps, Site Reliability Engineering (SRE), Performance Engineering (PE) a... Show more

Nisanth has over 19 years of experience developing software stacks for processors in companies like Intel, AMD, Samsung, IBM, Dell and MIPS. He has worked on processor architectures such as x86, ARM, Power and RISC-V as well as DSP and GPU architectures. He has contributed to open source projects as well as holds patents.

Nisanth has over 19 years of experience developing software stacks for processors in companies like Intel, AMD, Samsung, IBM, Dell and MIPS. He has worked on processor architectures such as x86, ARM, Power and RISC-V as well as DSP and GPU architectu... Show more

Scalaa Architects, under the visionary guidance of Andrea D’Alessio, is recognized as a leader in luxury architecture and interior design, elevating both residential and commercial spaces through a thoughtful blend of artistry and functionality. The firm’s reputation has been built on its ability to consistently deliver spaces that are as breathtaking as they are purposeful, uniting architectural expertise with a passion for creative storytelling.

Andrea D’Alessio’s journey began in Pennsylvania, where his meticulous approach to craftsmanship and specialization in historic restoration quickly distinguished him. His unique design philosophy seamlessly merges time-honored building techniques with modern innovations, often featuring signature elements such as stone and wood facades, dramatic entryways, and well-integrated amenities that reflect a refined sense of modernism.

Scalaa Architects is renowned for its work in high-end residential projects, bespoke estate design, and the revitalization of historic properties for contemporary living. Through a comprehensive design/build process, the firm maintains complete creative control and accountability, ensuring every detail is aligned with the original vision from conception to completion. The team thrives on architectural innovation, skillfully blending classic and modern influences while championing principles of sustainability, health, and efficiency.

With decades of hands-on experience, Andrea D’Alessio is celebrated for exceeding expectations by combining technical mastery with an artist’s sensibility. His work earned early recognition with an Architectural Design Award for a notable French-style mansion constructed with sustainable materials and inspired by European design traditions. This signature approach continues to elevate the standard of luxury architecture, blending tradition with forward-thinking aesthetics.

Based in Miami, Scalaa Architects has achieved national prominence, receiving honors such as the 2025 Red Awards, Florida’s Architectural & Construction Management Firm of the Year. The firm’s craftsmanship in ornamental millwork and frequent features in leading design publications further underscore its standing at the forefront of high-end architectural design.

Scalaa Architects remains a symbol of legacy, creativity, and excellence, providing clients with the opportunity to realize one-of-a-kind luxury spaces distinguished by exceptional design and lasting quality.

Scalaa Architects, under the visionary guidance of Andrea D’Alessio, is recognized as a leader in luxury architecture and interior design, elevating both residential and commercial spaces through a thoughtful blend of artistry and functionality. The ... Show more

Guzzo is a Brazilian designer, multimodal researcher, and community architect for TikTok Tech Innovation. Previously, he worked as the Program Designer for Harvard's Applied Social Media lab, building public interest social media technology. He draws on his background in filmmaking and storytelling to build socio-technical communities and systems for collaboration and public imagination. He holds a Master of Fine Arts Degree from the University of California San Diego in Speculative Design.

Guzzo is a Brazilian designer, multimodal researcher, and community architect for TikTok Tech Innovation. Previously, he worked as the Program Designer for Harvard's Applied Social Media lab, building public interest social media technology. He draws... Show more

Miroslav is an architectural designer, visionary, founder of Mind Design, and Co-Founder of Dom World.
He pursued his Master of Architecture at the Architectural Association, London.
With a computational design background and specialization in Sustainable Pure Design with elements of surprise, he believes that using cutting-edge technology and collaborative thinking is the right approach to solving problems and finding design opportunities.

Miroslav is an architectural designer, visionary, founder of Mind Design, and Co-Founder of Dom World. He pursued his Master of Architecture at the Architectural Association, London. With a computational design background and specialization in Sust... Show more

Sara Danielle Reiss is a UX and CX strategist, researcher, and designer with over 20 years of experience shaping accessible, inclusive, and data-informed digital services across the public and private sectors. Her recent work centers on the ethical integration of AI-supported tools into internal processes, public-facing design systems, and service modernization efforts. Sara has led multidisciplinary teams in transforming government platforms through empathy-driven research and innovation. She is passionate about creating digital experiences that are not only efficient, but equitable and human-centered—meeting people where they are and ensuring no one is left behind.

Sara Danielle Reiss is a UX and CX strategist, researcher, and designer with over 20 years of experience shaping accessible, inclusive, and data-informed digital services across the public and private sectors. Her recent work centers on the ethical i... Show more

Folk music, bard songs, and sea shanties! Flotnar is a Croatian folk band with a diverse mix of styles. The name comes from Old Norse, meaning 'seafarers'.

Inspired by traditional Slavic and Norse music and mythology, the band blends elements from these cultures along with English and Irish folk songs. Whether it's fantasy themes or medieval tunes, Flotnar will take you on a musical journey through time.

Folk music, bard songs, and sea shanties! Flotnar is a Croatian folk band with a diverse mix of styles. The name comes from Old Norse, meaning 'seafarers'. Inspired by traditional Slavic and Norse music and mythology, the band blends elements from... Show more

Seasoned technologist, infoSec researcher & automation hacker. Sassi has accumulated extensive experience in information security for ~30 years, in Red-Blue team assessments, conducting forensic investigations and more, including Fortune100 accounts. Advisory board member of Javelin Networks (acquired by Symantec in 2018). Worked for Microsoft ~8 years as Technology Group Manager and coded support tools for Windows Server. Sassi spoke at TED and TEDx events, and was awarded 4 Peace and friendship awards. Sassi holds a M.A in law, CISSP etc, and speaks regularly at various technology conferences worldwide. Volunteer for youth at risk, aviator & oriental rock guitarist.

Seasoned technologist, infoSec researcher & automation hacker. Sassi has accumulated extensive experience in information security for ~30 years, in Red-Blue team assessments, conducting forensic investigations and more, including Fortune100 accounts.... Show more

Irina Karagyaur is a visionary Web3 strategist with a foundation in architecture, pioneering contributions to the NFT space, and a deep commitment to sustainability through blockchain. She has spearheaded ecosystem growth, decentralized governance initiatives, and transformative collaborations across the NFT, DePIN, and RWA sectors.

As the former lead of DigitalArt4Climate, Irina harnessed blockchain technology to drive climate action through digital art. Now, as the Founder and President of Creators4Impact NGO, she empowers women worldwide with Web3 education, focusing on financial inclusion and economic empowerment.

A TEDx speaker and Top 100 Woman of the Future, Irina has spoken at COP26, COP27, and COP28, as well as at leading academic institutions. She continues to bridge enterprises, governments, and communities through decentralized technologies, shaping the future of digital ownership, sustainability, and innovation.

Irina Karagyaur is a visionary Web3 strategist with a foundation in architecture, pioneering contributions to the NFT space, and a deep commitment to sustainability through blockchain. She has spearheaded ecosystem growth, decentralized governance in... Show more