Currently pursuing a B.Tech in Computer Science, I’ve always had a strong passion for design. While my academic journey has focused on technology, my creative instincts have consistently drawn me towards art. Having a partner who is a UX Designer inspired me further and gave me the push to dive deeper into this field. Want to do something big in life.

Currently pursuing a B.Tech in Computer Science, I’ve always had a strong passion for design. While my academic journey has focused on technology, my creative instincts have consistently drawn me towards art. Having a partner who is a UX Designer ins... Show more

An Artistic Engineer, Product Designer! Advocating Business to Users & Users to Business by designing easy, appealing, accessible software!

An Artistic Engineer, Product Designer! Advocating Business to Users & Users to Business by designing easy, appealing, accessible software! Show more

Fulltime open source ambassador and part-time open source lobbyist. Cross community communicator. Tenor in a Pop&Jazz choir. Born in the year of the moon landing. Managing director at Gesellschaft zur Entwicklung von Dingen.

Fulltime open source ambassador and part-time open source lobbyist. Cross community communicator. Tenor in a Pop&Jazz choir. Born in the year of the moon landing. Managing director at Gesellschaft zur Entwicklung von Dingen. Show more

Harish Venkatesh is the Founder & CEO of Become®, a multidisciplinary design consultancy recognized as India’s Best Brand Design Studio for 3 years. With over a decade of experience, he has shaped the positioning of 200+ global brands including Intel, PepsiCo, and DarwinBox crafting transformative strategies that bridge ambition and leadership.

His career highlights include leading landmark projects such as the Dubai Expo 2020—featured in CNN’s Top 7 Pavilions—and Intel’s Global All.AI event, which earned a Guinness World Record. Harish’s work spans AI, HealthTech, and Consumer Goods, blending innovative storytelling with actionable strategies to tackle complex challenges.

Rooted in both engineering and design, Harish’s journey began with Frozen Iris, a creative venture born from his passion for photography and storytelling. His work has been featured by National Geographic and DesignUp, reflecting his relentless pursuit of creativity and impact.

Beyond client work, Harish is a sought-after mentor and thought leader, ranking in the top 1% on ADPlist. He has spoken at global platforms including CreativeMornings, InvestIndia, London Design Festival, 500 Startups and the Webflow World Tour, helping organizations clarify and elevate their market positions.

Outside of work, Harish finds inspiration in photography, teaching, and trekking, staying curious and connected to the world around him.

Harish Venkatesh is the Founder & CEO of Become®, a multidisciplinary design consultancy recognized as India’s Best Brand Design Studio for 3 years. With over a decade of experience, he has shaped the positioning of 200+ global brands including Intel... Show more

Denise Zubizarreta is a cultural strategist, arts leader, and digital resilience advocate working at the intersection of creative expression and social impact. As Director of Business Development and Communications at the New Mexico Local News Fund, she supports sustainable, equity-driven journalism while championing the voices of underserved communities.

With a background in nonprofit leadership, military service, and interdisciplinary art, Denise brings a unique perspective to conversations about cybersecurity, media representation, and cultural preservation. Her work focuses on making complex systems—like digital security and public infrastructure—accessible to small orgs, artists, and mission-driven teams.

She is also an engagement director at Latina Media Co and co-host of the Latina Unpacked podcast. Whether she’s curating an art show, building out a CRM, or training nonprofit staff on digital safety, Denise is all about connecting the dots between creativity, justice, and real-world systems change.

Denise Zubizarreta is a cultural strategist, arts leader, and digital resilience advocate working at the intersection of creative expression and social impact. As Director of Business Development and Communications at the New Mexico Local News Fund, ... Show more

Diseñador gráfico con 15+ años de experiencia, posgrado en pedagogía del diseño (UNAL). Dirijo un estudio creativo en Bogotá, creando identidades únicas para marcas. Docente universitario por 4 años, trabajando con comunidades académicas y grupos especiales.

Diseñador gráfico con 15+ años de experiencia, posgrado en pedagogía del diseño (UNAL). Dirijo un estudio creativo en Bogotá, creando identidades únicas para marcas. Docente universitario por 4 años, trabajando con comunidades académicas y grupos esp... Show more

The First Impact Fashion Designer to have her design land on the moon, Nova Lorraine has made history for fashion, sustainability and technology. Named one of the Most Inspirational Women of Web3 and AI, Nova Lorraine is an award-winning Fashion Designer and Futurist. Renowned for her design prowess, has been featured in Forbes, and Inc, with her designs featured in Essence, Italian Vogue, and "The View" to name a few.

Jamaican born Nova Lorraine, is a recipient of the Web3 Creator Future Award, the Metaverse Champion Award, and the LAMINA1 NFT Artist Award, cementing her as a trailblazer in both artistic and digital domains. Named a Top 100 Women of the Future, Nova is the author and podcast host of "Unleash Your Supernova" and Co-Host of the "AI for Creatives" podcast.

Having founded Raine Magazine in 2007, Nova has interviewed hundreds of celebrities including Kendall Jenner, Priyanka Chopra, and Mark Cuban, to name a few. She is currently building the House of Nova, the future of couture.

The First Impact Fashion Designer to have her design land on the moon, Nova Lorraine has made history for fashion, sustainability and technology. Named one of the Most Inspirational Women of Web3 and AI, Nova Lorraine is an award-winning Fashion Desi... Show more

Armen Shaomian, DMA, is a Professor in the David and Nicole Tepper Department of Sport and Entertainment Management at the University of South Carolina, where he also serves as Faculty Director of Preston Residential College for Leadership. In this role, he collaborates with student affairs professionals to foster a residential learning community centered on leadership development, student engagement, academic success, and holistic student growth.

Dr. Shaomian brings an interdisciplinary background spanning higher education, leadership, performing arts, and organizational development. His work focuses on creating meaningful learning experiences that extend beyond the classroom through intentional residential programming, faculty engagement, and collaborative partnerships between academic and student affairs.

In addition to his academic work, he maintains an active career as a collaborative pianist and concert artist specializing in contemporary classical music, premiering works by leading contemporary composers. His artistic scholarship includes a book on Swedish National-Romantic music, and his recordings of composer Hugo Alfvén appear on Vax Records' Vaxholm: Ett Dubbelnöje.

Armen Shaomian, DMA, is a Professor in the David and Nicole Tepper Department of Sport and Entertainment Management at the University of South Carolina, where he also serves as Faculty Director of Preston Residential College for Leadership. In this r... Show more

I am a needle felting artist for many years, I love working with wool creating realistic and fantasy 3d objects and animals. I make wet felted scarves and bags. I love to teach workshops to pass on skill and help others create.

I am a needle felting artist for many years, I love working with wool creating realistic and fantasy 3d objects and animals. I make wet felted scarves and bags. I love to teach workshops to pass on skill and help others create. Show more

Obelyn, awarded local cosplayer and a member of Rikon 2025 cosplay competition judge committee.

Obelyn, awarded local cosplayer and a member of Rikon 2025 cosplay competition judge committee. Show more

I'm part of the Imaginary Institute team and co-facilitate the learning experience of the Apple Developer Academy in Naples as Design Mentor.

I graduated in Communication Design and after that, I have been creating interactive experiences and working with Product Design for different Apple Platforms and websites, for almost 5 years.


I am passionate about pixel perfection and iterative processes, and in the last year I have been deeply exploring the domain of App Icons for Apple Platforms, in particular visionOS and vector-based App Icons.

I'm part of the Imaginary Institute team and co-facilitate the learning experience of the Apple Developer Academy in Naples as Design Mentor. I graduated in Communication Design and after that, I have been creating interactive experiences and wor... Show more

Hello! My name is Sagan, and I am a painter and author. In 2018 I was diagnosed with schizophrenia, and now I speak at events about my journey through that, about art, and about philosophy.

Hello! My name is Sagan, and I am a painter and author. In 2018 I was diagnosed with schizophrenia, and now I speak at events about my journey through that, about art, and about philosophy. Show more

A designer, writer and technologist, Juliana Castro Varón is the senior design editor of AI Initiatives at The New York Times, and a cartoonist for The New Yorker. She’s the founder and now board member of Cita Press, a publisher of dozens of books by women, currently sponsored by Educopia and funded by Mellon. Juliana has received fellowships from Fulbright and Harvard, where she’s an affiliate at the Berkman Klein Center for Internet & Society.

A designer, writer and technologist, Juliana Castro Varón is the senior design editor of AI Initiatives at The New York Times, and a cartoonist for The New Yorker. She’s the founder and now board member of Cita Press, a publisher of dozens of books b... Show more

PhD student at Leuphana University - futurescout at Stifterverband - freelance artist (composer, musician, actor, director) - founder of the purpose start-up ChargeHorizons reshaping regenerative travel sector

PhD student at Leuphana University - futurescout at Stifterverband - freelance artist (composer, musician, actor, director) - founder of the purpose start-up ChargeHorizons reshaping regenerative travel sector Show more

I’m a Digital Project Coordinator with experience managing complex, cross-functional initiatives across tech, academia, EU-funded programs, and product environments.

My core strength is turning complexity into structured delivery. I coordinate stakeholders, clarify scope, manage dependencies, and ensure that projects move from ambiguity to execution. I’m comfortable working between technical teams, leadership, and external partners, translating needs into clear plans and measurable outcomes. I am now focusing on Technical / Digital Project Management roles within product and tech-driven organizations in the Skåneregion.

Empowered with more than a decade of project management and executive at the Visual Culture Research Center, and the Kyiv Biennial.
Fluent in English and professionally proficient in Swedish.

I’m a Digital Project Coordinator with experience managing complex, cross-functional initiatives across tech, academia, EU-funded programs, and product environments. My core strength is turning complexity into structured delivery. I coordinate sta... Show more

Scott J. Sholder is a partner with Cowan, DeBaets, Abrahams & Sheppard LLP. The Co-Chair of the firm’s Litigation group, he focuses his practice on litigation, counseling, and dispute resolution in connection with entertainment, media, and intellectual property matters. Scott represents and advises clients across various industries in copyright, trademark, right-of-publicity, unfair competition, domain name, and commercial and business disputes, as well as defamation defense. He has appeared in federal and state courts around the country as well as administrative and arbitral tribunals and has handled cases from pre-suit negotiations through trial and post-trial procedures. His clients range from major media and entertainment companies and A-list talent to closely held and startup businesses and individuals in need of advice on intellectual property or guidance concerning brewing or existing legal conflicts. Scott is a skilled advocate and understands the risks, benefits, and practical considerations inherent in these cases and knows how to make use of available leverage and industry knowledge to reach a favorable conclusion. He utilizes a principled yet practical approach to litigation with an eye toward efficient resolution in line with the client’s business needs and financial realities. A frequent writer and speaker on issues related to copyright and trademark in the entertainment and digital media space, with a recent focus on NFTs and generative AI, Scott is a regular contributor to the CDAS legal blog as well as other major legal publications and has published several law review articles.

In his spare time, Scott plays bass guitar in the CDAS house band REDACTED, writes short fiction in the dark fantasy/horror genre, and creates NFT on-chain art under the pseudonym MetalheaD. His works are listed on Makersplace, Objkt, and Exchange, and he was selected to be part of the first cohort of the Makersplace Artist Launchpad Program. His glitch work was selected to be displayed at a recent NYC glitch art event, and he enjoys creating and sharing new works on his social media channels as often as possible.

Scott J. Sholder is a partner with Cowan, DeBaets, Abrahams & Sheppard LLP. The Co-Chair of the firm’s Litigation group, he focuses his practice on litigation, counseling, and dispute resolution in connection with entertainment, media, and intellectu... Show more

Phil Choo is a Professor of Graphic Design at Penn State University and a recognized leader in the integration of service design with ecological literacy. With over 10 years of advanced experience in higher education, Professor Choo specializes in developing interdisciplinary curricula that frame design as a vital tool for civic engagement and environmental stewardship. He successfully spearheaded the collaboration between the Penn State Graphic Design program and the Frost Museum of Entomology, leading students through a rigorous, four-phased workflow (Discovery, Definition, Development, and Delivery) to visualize complex biological data. His pedagogical models focus on creating high-impact public exhibitions that combine visual communication with curated biological specimens, establishing a replicable standard for multi-sensory sustainability education in higher education.

Phil Choo is a Professor of Graphic Design at Penn State University and a recognized leader in the integration of service design with ecological literacy. With over 10 years of advanced experience in higher education, Professor Choo specializes in de... Show more

Bringing Dyslexic Design Thinking to the world.

Bringing Dyslexic Design Thinking to the world. Show more

Diana Pelenur is a photographer and digital artist who is based in Toronto having grown up in Brazil and Uruguay. Diana has always been fascinated with technology and Web3 has provided
the perfect platform to explore her curiosity of what is possible on the blockchain. Her art is based on digital photographs that are then manipulated in photoshop to tell a story beyond the
photographic image. Diana likes to imagine what life would look like if we lived on the blockchain and her latest collection is a reflection of this imaginary world. Recently Diana has begun exploring art created with AI.

Diana is co-founder of XenosProject.io, an NFT pfp collection whose mission is to support schools in underrepresented regions. It is a project that is using Web3 to create a positive social impact.

Diana Pelenur is a photographer and digital artist who is based in Toronto having grown up in Brazil and Uruguay. Diana has always been fascinated with technology and Web3 has provided the perfect platform to explore her curiosity of what is possibl... Show more

Robin Allison Davis is an Emmy Award-winning journalist, writer, and producer based in Paris and born and raised in the Washington, DC, area. After a ten-year television career in New York City and desiring to see more of the world, she moved to Paris in 2016 to pursue the dream of a more international lifestyle—and got more than she bargained for. A two-time breast cancer survivor, Surviving Paris is her first book.

Robin Allison Davis is an Emmy Award-winning journalist, writer, and producer based in Paris and born and raised in the Washington, DC, area. After a ten-year television career in New York City and desiring to see more of the world, she moved to Pari... Show more

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I am a student in the Information Systems Engineering program at Kocaeli University. I am developing myself in Data Science, Cloud Computing, and Digital & Contemporary Art. I have my own art studio called Bridge to Bridge Studio, where I create artworks and conduct research on art and engineering.

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Kocaeli Üniversitesinde Bilişim Sistemleri Mühendisliği bölümü öğrencisiyim. Data Science,Cloud Computing, Dijital ve Çağdaş Sanat üzerine kendimi geliştirmekteyim. Bridge to Bridge Studio adında kendi kurduğum bir sanat stüdyom var burada sanat eserleri üretip mühendislik ve sanat üzerine araştırmalar yapmaktayım.

EN; I am a student in the Information Systems Engineering program at Kocaeli University. I am developing myself in Data Science, Cloud Computing, and Digital & Contemporary Art. I have my own art studio called Bridge to Bridge Studio, where I create... Show more

Lee A. Tonouchi stay one Okinawan American writer known as "Da Pidgin Guerrilla" for his activism in campaigning for Pidgin a.k.a. Hawai‘i Creole for be accepted as one legitimate language. He wuz da 2023 recipient of da American Association for Applied Linguistics Distinguished Public Service Award for his work in raising public awareness of important language-related issues and promoting linguistic social justice.

Lee has always been one leader. When he wuz just starting out back in 2000, he wuz one of twelve selected participants nationwide for attend da Emerging Asian Pacific American Leaders in the Arts Convening in New York, one summit sponsored by da Ford Foundation. Lee wen organize and edit Da Kine Dictionary, da first eva community Pidgin dictionary project that came out from Bess Press. He wen write da first eva essay in Pidgin about Pidgin that wuz publish inside College English, das da Journal of Composition and Rhetoric from da National Council of Teachers of English. He wen create da first eva college course devoted soley to Pidgin Literature and for doing so he got recognitions on top da front page of The Wall Street Journal in 2005.

Lee stay one very prolific Pidgin author and playwright. He get one award-winning Pidgin short story collection called Da Word from Bamboo Ridge Press and one collection of Pidgin essays called Living Pidgin: Contemplations on Pidgin Culture from Tinfish Press. He wen also edit da anthology Buss Laugh: Stand Up Poetry from Hawai‘i. Lee had several of his plays produce before by Kumu Kahua Theatre, da Hawai‘i Conservatory of Performing Arts, da Honolulu Theatre for Youth, and East West Players in LA. His Pidgin play Three Year Swim Club wuz even one Los Angeles Times Critic's Choice Selection.

He one multiple time winning Honolulu magazine fiction contest Grand Prize Winner. He get several Kumu Kahua Playwriting Contest prizes. Lee won da Cades Award for Literature and da Tony Quagliano Poetry Prize. His Pidgin pieces wuz publish in numerous literary magazine in Hawai‘i, on top da continent, and internationally. An'den Lee stay kinda da only Pidgin journalist. For decades he been writing Pidgin reviews, articles, and interviews for various publications. He currently get one Pidgin column called Much Mahalos that he does for Discover Nikkei, das da online magazine for The Japanese American National Museum.

In his more recent works, Lee stay exploring more of his Uchinaanchu identity. His Pidgin poetry collection Significant Moments in da Life of Oriental Faddah and Son: One Hawai'i Okinawan Journal won da Association for Asian American Studies Book Award. His children's picture book Okinawan Princess: Da Legend of Hajichi Tattoos got one Skipping Stones Honor Award. His latest book wuz da anthology, Chiburu: Anthology of Hawai'i Okinawan Literature. Currently he stay working with Playbuilders Hawai‘i and The Hawai‘i United Okinawa Association for write one community-based play inspired by da stories he stay gathering from Hawai‘i's Local Okinawan community.

Lee A. Tonouchi stay one Okinawan American writer known as "Da Pidgin Guerrilla" for his activism in campaigning for Pidgin a.k.a. Hawai‘i Creole for be accepted as one legitimate language. He wuz da 2023 recipient of da American Association for Appl... Show more

Joanne's journey, shaped by her mother's and grandmother's wisdom, exemplifies the transformative power of art. As an internationally acclaimed multimedia artist, she embodies resilience, authenticity, and personal growth. Her emotionally charged work resonates with global audiences, while her trailblazing multimedia creations captivate through digital art, AI, and photography. Joanne has two #1 internationally best-selling books, "The Creative Lifebook: Reflections On The Art Of Living A Fully Expressed Life" and “Radical Self Love: How To Ignite Your Light Through Creativity”. Showcasing her narrative talent and promoting community building and collaboration among artists, authors, and other creatives. Besides being an artist, photographer, and all-around nerd, she is a high-level Enterprise Risk Management and Compliance Director and accountant, who always looks for solutions to issues that create risks of derailing projects, movements, and cultures. Being of the viewpoint to consider, communicate, and collaborate but most importantly take action, Joanne is a doer. Her business savvy, combined with her artistic prowess, positions her as a driving force for change and inspiration. From her modest beginnings to her worldwide success, Joanne's life and creativity are testaments to growth, resilience, and authenticity.

Joanne's journey, shaped by her mother's and grandmother's wisdom, exemplifies the transformative power of art. As an internationally acclaimed multimedia artist, she embodies resilience, authenticity, and personal growth. Her emotionally charged wor... Show more

Ciao! Mi chiamo Claudia e mi occupo di Product design

Sono fermamente convinta che la curiosità sia il motore dei processi di design e che grazie alle regole per una buona progettazione si possano cucire delle esperienze ad hoc per l’utente.

Fuori dal computer dedico il mio tempo alla pittura, disegno su carta e in generale all’arte, che mi accompagna da sempre.

Ciao! Mi chiamo Claudia e mi occupo di Product design Sono fermamente convinta che la curiosità sia il motore dei processi di design e che grazie alle regole per una buona progettazione si possano cucire delle esperienze ad hoc per l’utente. ... Show more

Celina Thompson is basically a vampire. She is a disabled author with multiple invisible illnesses which cause sunlight to be painful, require blood transfusions, and even make garlic off limits. This served as inspiration for her debut novel, Sanctuary (a #1 Amazon Best Seller
in Erotic Horror). Her passion for raising awareness for disabilities and healthcare continues with her next novel, La Mamácita Mafiosa (releasing in June of 2025). Before discovering her medical conditions, she worked in technical theatre and continues to have a deep appreciation for the arts. She loves immersing herself in telling a powerful story and transporting people to another world. Celina is a member of the Horror Writers Association (HWA), Romance Writers of America (RWA), & Rocky Mountain Fiction Writers (RMFW). Currently she serves on the
Board of Directors for RMFW as the chair of the
Colorado Gold Writers Conference.

Celina Thompson is basically a vampire. She is a disabled author with multiple invisible illnesses which cause sunlight to be painful, require blood transfusions, and even make garlic off limits. This served as inspiration for her debut novel, Sanctu... Show more

Kadine is a Global Metaverse Strategist at Accenture and CEO and Founder of The Immersive KIND NFT Gallery and 3D Crypto Fashion House. Kadine is listed as one of the top 10 most influential women Metaverse Founders working in DigitaL Fashion, 3D Printing, augmented reality, virtual reality, spatial computing, XR, immersive gaming, and innovation. A pioneer in leading change in the immersive technology industry. She works at the intersection of future technology, strategy, and storytelling, engaging audiences across the globe around the future applications of emerging technologies.

Kadine is the founder of The Immersive KIND, a creative technology crypto fashion and digital arts house exploring the future of post-reality experiences.

Kadine is a Global Metaverse Strategist at Accenture and CEO and Founder of The Immersive KIND NFT Gallery and 3D Crypto Fashion House. Kadine is listed as one of the top 10 most influential women Metaverse Founders working in DigitaL Fashion, 3D Pri... Show more

✦ With 7+ years of experience, Rittika is an awarded designer, researcher and author. She believes ‘Good Design’ is a service/product that solves problems, improves lifestyle and enhances user satisfaction through innovative as well as optimistic intervention. Currently, she serves as a Senior UI Designer at Dentsu. Her past roles include positions at Walt Disney, Toshiba, and OCAD University, spanning regions such as India, Canada, and France.

✦ During her time at the National Institute of Design (NID), Rittika was selected for an exchange student program at ÉSAD de Reims, France, due to her academic merit. She is the recipient of OCADU Dean scholarship, enabling her to complete a Master of Design (M.Des) from OCAD University, Toronto.

✦ Rittika's expertise includes Accessibility Design, UX Research, Gerontological Design, and Design Systems. She is passionate about crafting digital experiences for the elderly netizens and differently-abled consumers. As an active member of the design community, she is affiliated with 'Women Talk Design,' contributes to INDIAai, and serves as a design mentor at UMO Design, which organizes the renowned UX INDIA Conference.

Beyond her professional endeavours:

✦ Rittika has co-authored two research papers, which were presented at the HCI International 2021 conference.

✦ She has delivered keynote addresses at various international conferences, events, and educational institutions such as IIT and NID, where she advocates for Accessibility (WCAG 2.1), UX Design, and design-thinking methodologies.

✦ In her personal time, Rittika enjoys traveling, reading mystery thrillers, practicing calligraphy, and watching movies.

✦ With 7+ years of experience, Rittika is an awarded designer, researcher and author. She believes ‘Good Design’ is a service/product that solves problems, improves lifestyle and enhances user satisfaction through innovative as well as optimistic int... Show more

Peter Bauman (Monk Antony) is an arts writer, Le Random's editor in chief and Generative Art Timeline author.

Peter Bauman (Monk Antony) is an arts writer, Le Random's editor in chief and Generative Art Timeline author. Show more

Fanny Lakoubay is a French-born digital art advisor, curator and collector with over 15 years of experience. She has spent most of her career in New York City at companies like Artnet and Christie’s Auction House. Since 2018, through her company LAL ART, she has been guiding museums, collectors, artists, and start-ups into the realm of Web3. She currently co-leads the educational program, WAC LAB, which helps museums and cultural institutions delve into digital art and Web3. She's is an integral part of the 100Collectors initiative, which provides VIP programs and services to collectors via private groups. She actively serves as a board member and advisor for prominent Web3 projects, including The RareDAO Council, Wild.xyz, BOTTO, and the NFT Factory and regularly contributes op-eds on art and technology to publications, such as Le Quotidien de l’Art, Artnet, Right Click Save and NFT Evening. Learn more at lalart.io and view her collection at lalart.art.

Fanny Lakoubay is a French-born digital art advisor, curator and collector with over 15 years of experience. She has spent most of her career in New York City at companies like Artnet and Christie’s Auction House. Since 2018, through her company LAL ... Show more

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