Arts

Talented creative individuals working in the field of visual, auditory and performance arts

Elizabeth Rajchart

Elizabeth Rajchart

Elizabeth Rajchart is a disability rights and accessibility advocate, performance photographer, and disability portraiture photographer from St. Louis, Missouri. Elizabeth has been an educator on disability rights since childhood, first leading lessons disability etiquette in elementary school, later giving school-wide lectures to her middle school teachers, and eventually becoming a Crisis Intervention Team speaker and trainer for the St. Louis City and County police. Her experience with having to advocate for herself and her mental and physical illnesses since childhood have given her decades of experience and a unique perspective on the importance of self advocacy. As a disabled photographer, Elizabeth's passion of art accessibility and arts representation led her to her latest specialization of disability portraiture, her goal to reach other people in her community and capture their inner beauty, strength, and uniqueness. Elizabeth has covered a range of productions, including local bands, pole dancing showcases, professional dance teams, major stadium tours, and local and international drag shows. Most recently, Elizabeth's work was featured in an anthology of art and writing about disability and love.

Elizabeth Rajchart is a disability rights and accessibility advocate, performance photographer, and disability portraiture photographer from St. Louis, Missouri. Elizabeth has been an educator on disability rights since childhood, first leading lesso... Show more

Uriel Ugwu

Uriel Ugwu

Computer scientist, music composer and self thought....

Computer scientist, music composer and self thought.... Show more

Annett Bone

Annett Bone

Annett Bone is a dancer, a speaker and a creative strategist who guides people in the alignment of their mission to achieve milestones in their lives. In 2014, she returned to dance after a 20+ year hiatus, at the age of 43. This decision led to many things that Annett never thought she'd be doing, including live performances, various creative projects, speaking publicly and creating a podcast. The podcast reflects her personal adventure of overcoming her fears and returning to her passion for dance after giving it up for over two decades, the lessons she has learned along the way, and proving that it’s never too late to be great.

Annett Bone is a dancer, a speaker and a creative strategist who guides people in the alignment of their mission to achieve milestones in their lives. In 2014, she returned to dance after a 20+ year hiatus, at the age of 43. This decision led to man... Show more

Vitalii Sologub

Vitalii Sologub

Figma-minded designer and nature lover

Figma-minded designer and nature lover Show more

Luke Murphy

Luke Murphy

Luke is a Designer Advocate at zeroheight, the Design System documentation platform. Over the last fifteen years, he has designed for the likes of Memrise, Microsoft, Mr & Mrs Smith and some other companies starting with M. In his spare time he plays music in a punk band and tries to convince conferences to let him do keynotes on Josie and the Pussycats.

Luke is a Designer Advocate at zeroheight, the Design System documentation platform. Over the last fifteen years, he has designed for the likes of Memrise, Microsoft, Mr & Mrs Smith and some other companies starting with M. In his spare time he plays... Show more

Yogini Mauree

Yogini Mauree

Brielle Maxwell

Brielle Maxwell

Brielle is a design entrepreneur with a mind for how design processes can align in a new breed of businesses. She created Live With Design to focus on the intersection of design, technology and social innovation. Through an interdisciplinary approach, she hopes to expand the dialogue of social design.

Brielle is a design entrepreneur with a mind for how design processes can align in a new breed of businesses. She created Live With Design to focus on the intersection of design, technology and social innovation. Through an interdisciplinary approach... Show more

Haana Thiem

Haana Thiem

Los Angeles-based HÄANA is a one-woman orchestra, combining music + tech + art with Nordic/Icelandic influences set to a broken beat. Her original productions are like a dynamic filmscore. HÄANA counts Massive Attack, Björk, and Trentemøller as influences in crafting her sounds, featuring electronica influences, synthetic sonority, and vocal textures. The resulting sonic palate takes listeners on a journey whose destination is a crossroads between classical and contemporary, organic & man-made, familiar and mysterious. She studied contemporary improvisation at New England Conservatory (Boston, MA), and electronic music production at Dubspot (NYC). In addition to touring the globe with EDM festivals and as a guest artist for brands such as Intel and Ferrari, as well as a guest artist residency at Berklee Music College in Valencia, Spain, HÄANA has appeared at Gillette Stadium w/ Kanye West opening for the Rolling Stones, Madison Square Garden for MTV (w/ Kanye), Harvey Nichols Fashion Show (Dubai), Abu Dhabi 3-day NYE Fest (UAE), Alvin Ailey Gala, Obama's Inaugural Ball, Michael Jordan's Wedding, and the Boston Museum of Fine Arts.

Los Angeles-based HÄANA is a one-woman orchestra, combining music + tech + art with Nordic/Icelandic influences set to a broken beat. Her original productions are like a dynamic filmscore. HÄANA counts Massive Attack, Björk, and Trentemøller as influ... Show more

Dinda Dinda

Dinda Dinda

I am an artist. I am investigating the relationship between humans, the plant kingdom, and technology. In love with virtual reality and always doing performances. I want to share the interest in creating art and the possibility of communicating sensations and ideas with technology. In addition, I am concerned about global warming and how people who understand technological innovation can make a difference using creativity.
Front-end developer (ADA) and studying for a degree in visual arts, digitalization. National University of the Arts of Argentina

I am an artist. I am investigating the relationship between humans, the plant kingdom, and technology. In love with virtual reality and always doing performances. I want to share the interest in creating art and the possibility of communicating sensa... Show more

Massimo Weigert

Massimo Weigert

Ho studiato fumetto a Pescara per poi proseguire con gli studi di Design a Bologna, avvicinandomi e appassionandomi con il tempo sempre più alle tematiche del Service Design e della User Experience.
Fortemente appassionato di fantasy, arte e giochi da tavolo, passioni che mi accompagnano da sempre e che mi aiutano nel mantenere allenate costantemente creatività e curiosità (e una sana dose di follia).

Ho studiato fumetto a Pescara per poi proseguire con gli studi di Design a Bologna, avvicinandomi e appassionandomi con il tempo sempre più alle tematiche del Service Design e della User Experience. Fortemente appassionato di fantasy, arte e giochi ... Show more

Tanuj Samaddar

Tanuj Samaddar

Tanuj Samaddar is an Indian artist and youth leader.

Tanuj Samaddar is an Indian artist and youth leader. Show more

Ravi Rao

Ravi Rao

Ravi Rao is a 3D animation filmmaker, educator, and creative director with over 18 years of experience across animation, mixed reality, and interactive media. He has directed large-scale animated content for television and OTT platforms, led creative teams of more than 100 artists, and worked on immersive experiences for organizations such as Microsoft and the Indian Army.

Currently teaching at ATLAS SkillTech University, Ravi helps students navigate the evolving intersection of design, technology, and storytelling. His recent work explores how AI tools can enable individual creators to produce high-quality animated projects on their own, expanding what a solo creator can achieve.

Ravi’s approach blends creative independence with technical skills, advocating for an education model where students are empowered to build and own their ideas rather than simply prepare for industry roles.

Ravi Rao is a 3D animation filmmaker, educator, and creative director with over 18 years of experience across animation, mixed reality, and interactive media. He has directed large-scale animated content for television and OTT platforms, led creative... Show more

Riva Zmajoki

Riva Zmajoki

Riva Zmajoki, spisateljica, filozofkinja i pjesnikinja. Na znanstveno fantastičnoj sceni objavljuje od davne 2005. Uz predavanja o pisanju i znanstvenoj fantastici razvija svoj mali fantastični svemir povezan QuBoS cestom kroz dimenzije koja se može naći na Amazonu.

Riva Zmajoki, spisateljica, filozofkinja i pjesnikinja. Na znanstveno fantastičnoj sceni objavljuje od davne 2005. Uz predavanja o pisanju i znanstvenoj fantastici razvija svoj mali fantastični svemir povezan QuBoS cestom kroz dimenzije koja se može ... Show more

Viktoria Kirjuchina

Viktoria Kirjuchina

Viktoria Kirjuchina ist leitende Professorin für Kommunikationsdesign an der FH Salzburg.

Viktoria Kirjuchina ist leitende Professorin für Kommunikationsdesign an der FH Salzburg. Show more

Blake Barrett

Blake Barrett

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Alexander Kluth

Alexander Kluth

Alex is a Scrum Master & Agile Coach with multiple years of experience establishing agile practices (not limited to Scrum) at teams and companies. Currently he not only supports teams but a whole business unit in order to become an agile organization and in their transformation efforts. Before his life as a Scrum Master he was a software engineer for +15 years specialized in backend development and DevOps.
In private Alex has a strong interest in anything art- related, loves street photograph and music and spending time with his family.

Alex is a Scrum Master & Agile Coach with multiple years of experience establishing agile practices (not limited to Scrum) at teams and companies. Currently he not only supports teams but a whole business unit in order to become an agile organization... Show more

Pilar Cote

Pilar Cote

Curator, Partnerships Manager and NFT Advisor-Strategist with an expansive track record in creative direction, event production, project management and cultural programming (entertainment, art, fashion & Web3/Tech). Brands include Nike, DKNY, City of Toronto, Versace, Molson, Illust.AR, etc.

Highlights:
-Produced 72 hour music portion of Burning Man's global 'WithPresence' platform launch
-Produced/ Curated over 30 NFT Art Exhibitions, Panels and Web3 Satellite events IRL/VR/AR
-Featured Curated NFT Exhibit on United Nations 'Orange The World' Campaign Site for 2021-2022.
-NFT Art & Poetry landed on moon Q1 2024 with Lunaprise Mission
-Member of the board of directors for the Waawiiyaataanong Arts Council
-Founder & Host of NFTMatters (long-form interviews of leaders/experts)

Côté is an Advocate for Inclusion and Access.

Curator, Partnerships Manager and NFT Advisor-Strategist with an expansive track record in creative direction, event production, project management and cultural programming (entertainment, art, fashion & Web3/Tech). Brands include Nike, DKNY, City of... Show more

Trudi Boatwright

Trudi Boatwright

Trudi is a professional actor turned global thought leader and one of the few Playful Experience Designers worldwide. Trudi combines play theory, design thinking, experiential learning and applied improvisation to bring a rare and invaluable blend of learning and development, the arts, and practical application to each of her presentations. She helps people develop a playful mindset to nurture the most required skills of the future.

Five reasons to book Trudi today
• Relevant: we can all be playful
• Experienced: 20+ years’ experience in organisational play
• High energy: the perfect post-lunch keynote
• Entertaining: laughter is the key to active learning
• Timely: the ability to apply playfulness to business is one of the most valuable skills for the future (Deloitte, 2024)

Trudi is a professional actor turned global thought leader and one of the few Playful Experience Designers worldwide. Trudi combines play theory, design thinking, experiential learning and applied improvisation to bring a rare and invaluable blend of... Show more

Eryka Parker

Eryka Parker

Eryka Parker is a powerhouse in the publishing industry, blending literary expertise with business acumen to help writers turn their passion into profit. As the founder of Legacy Book Coaching & Consulting, she guides authors, executives, and thought leaders in crafting impactful books that elevate their brands and solidify their authority.

A dynamic speaker and advocate for diversity in publishing, Eryka’s work amplifies underrepresented voices and champions authentic storytelling. She serves on the Editorial Advisory Committee for IBPA Independent magazine, is the Resident Editor for the Western Reserve Writers’ Conference, and contributes to Indie Author Magazine. Her developmental editing has led to multiple award-winning books, with her clients earning prestigious honors such as The Independent Author Network Award, The Eric Hoffer Award, and The Bookfest Award.

In addition to her editorial leadership, Eryka is a multi-award-winning contemporary romance author, writing under the pen name Zariah L. Banks. She brings a keen business mindset to the literary world, ensuring that both authors and entrepreneurs can leverage the power of storytelling to build lasting legacies.

Eryka Parker is a powerhouse in the publishing industry, blending literary expertise with business acumen to help writers turn their passion into profit. As the founder of Legacy Book Coaching & Consulting, she guides authors, executives, and thought... Show more

Tery Spataro

Tery Spataro

I am a storyteller and creator who often explores the intersection of humanness and technology, and I am always seeking to push the boundaries of creativity. Science fiction and fantasy are particularly inspiring to me. My goal is to create art that entertains, inspires, and energizes.

I use various digital tools and AI services, including Playform AI, MidJourney, Stable Diffusion, and Adobe Creative tools, to produce unique and engaging creations, fine arts, digital art (NFTs), books, videos, music, fashions, and products.

My art is listed on Objkt.com and through Artmine on Polygon.

I am a storyteller and creator who often explores the intersection of humanness and technology, and I am always seeking to push the boundaries of creativity. Science fiction and fantasy are particularly inspiring to me. My goal is to create art that ... Show more

Gus Vieweg

Gus Vieweg

Gus Vieweg is a writer, educator, and emcee with over a decade of facilitation experience. He facilitates workshops for entrepreneurs, business leaders, and students who want to improve their communication, adaptability, and listening skills in a fun and engaging way.

Gus's refreshing approach leverages techniques of professional performers to bring about personal and professional change. Through these techniques, performing becomes not only a tool for comedy or drama, but a tool for communication transformation and connection.

Gus Vieweg is a writer, educator, and emcee with over a decade of facilitation experience. He facilitates workshops for entrepreneurs, business leaders, and students who want to improve their communication, adaptability, and listening skills in a fun... Show more

Predrag Šuka

Predrag Šuka

Iskusni nagrađivani fotograf, dizajner i 3D umjetnik s preko 27 godina profesionalnog iskustva. Karijeru fotoreportera započeo je sa 16 godina, a svoje iskustvo proširio je radom na nacionalnoj televiziji i radiju. Visoko obrazovanje 2009. god. završava diplomskim sveučilišnim studijem grafičke tehnologije, smjer Dizajn grafičkih proizvoda, a tijekom studija započinje karijeru educiranja unutar područja 3D tehnologije i primjenjene umjetnosti. Zadržavajući svoj profesionalni rad i aktivnosti usavršavanja, fokusira se prema multimediji i integraciji medija. Uz nastavni rad, on je autor, recezent, urednik, javni govornik, gost predavač i doktorand. Nositelj je preko 25 međunarodnih certifikata na profesionalnoj razini iz područja primjene tehnologije i alata u profesionalnih okruženjima, te preko deset međunarodnih certifikata iz područja metodologije podučavanja i prijenosa znanja. Objavljeni radovi su dominantno u sferi novih medija, ali i dizajna. Sudjelovao je u mnogobrojnim EU projektima, pa čak i u istraživanju svemira. Član je i nekoliko edukacijskih vijeća te savjetodavnih i uredničkih odbora.

Iskusni nagrađivani fotograf, dizajner i 3D umjetnik s preko 27 godina profesionalnog iskustva. Karijeru fotoreportera započeo je sa 16 godina, a svoje iskustvo proširio je radom na nacionalnoj televiziji i radiju. Visoko obrazovanje 2009. god. završ... Show more

Kate McCullough

Kate McCullough

Harnessing authentic talent and passion to champion mid-life career transitions into a male-dominated workforce and managing the intersection of art & science.

Harnessing authentic talent and passion to champion mid-life career transitions into a male-dominated workforce and managing the intersection of art & science. Show more

Terace Garnier

Terace Garnier

Terace Garnier, the current Ms. International World 2023 and the first disabled veteran and Native American to hold this esteemed title, is a dynamic individual with a diverse range of accomplishments.

As the first Pentagon Correspondent for "Newsy" and a former member of Fox News' DC bureau, Terace embarked on her impactful career as a Broadcast Journalist in the Air Force in 2010. She produced, shot, and anchored news stories in Japan and across the US before earning a Masters degree in Broadcast and Digital Journalism from Syracuse University.

Terace's influence extends beyond journalism; she is not only a successful commercial model for Bowflex, collaborating with Muscle and Fitness, but also an experienced radio show host. While in Japan, she captivated over 75,000 listeners across Tokyo with her engaging show on Eagle810. Her television career in Japan included anchoring for the Pacific Report, shooting/editing commercials, documentaries, and news stories.

Terace showcased her versatility by starring in commercials and acting in the major film "Space Brothers."

Her modeling journey has graced prestigious platforms such as Miami Swim Week and runway shows in Washington DC. She has also modeled for renowned clothing lines like Mew Mews, BellaBarnett, and Joopita Jewelry.

Beyond her modeling and journalism pursuits, Terace anchored the Roland Martin Show, raised funds for homeless veteran women and their children, continues to feed the homeless, and mentors high school students aspiring to be journalists. She actively engages in community service, fundraising for pageant scholarships, and supporting underprivileged children by raising funds for vaccines.

Terace's unwavering commitment to women's rights is reflected in her advocacy work, using her platform to promote awareness and speak out against sexual assault in the military.

Notably, she was recently invited to the White House, where she discussed her new memoir, "No Longer Silent," and offered suggestions to combat sexual assault in the military.

Her remarkable journey, from radio host in Tokyo to Ms. International World, showcases her resilience, compassion, and dedication to effecting positive change in various facets of her life.

#callitwhatitis #warriorforsurvivors #thepinkberets #nolongersilentthebook

Terace Garnier, the current Ms. International World 2023 and the first disabled veteran and Native American to hold this esteemed title, is a dynamic individual with a diverse range of accomplishments. As the first Pentagon Correspondent for "News... Show more

Paula Hannah Čoko

Paula Hannah Čoko

Studentica 3D i grafičkog dizajna na Sveučilištu Algebra.
U slobodno vrijeme se bavi crtanjem digitalnih stripova i konceptualnim ilustracijama.

Studentica 3D i grafičkog dizajna na Sveučilištu Algebra. U slobodno vrijeme se bavi crtanjem digitalnih stripova i konceptualnim ilustracijama. Show more

Jesse Dameron

Jesse Dameron

START HERE

The best starting point to understand the service is to visit mentalistjesse.com.

STAGE ENTERTAINMENT

Imagine thinking of a word from a book, then watching a pencil stand up and write the word you’re thinking of. Imagine your attendees gasping together as they witness it! Picture one of your attendees thinking of a family member and freaking out when a mentalist reveals the family member’s name. Everyone’s minds will be transcended into a totally different world!

This multi-award-winning entertainment has been featured on Fox News and praised by the global headquarters of Fortune 500 companies such as Johnson & Johnson. The unique entertainment connects people, breaks the ice, refreshes attention spans, and creates memories of Earth-shattering mysteries!


MINGLING ENTERTAINMENT

This service is popular at receptions to help attendees break the ice. Jesse entertains 2-8 attendees at a time, up close, with highly personalized entertainment for 5-15 minutes. Then he moves on to the next small group, then another small group, and so on. Apart from receptions, it’s also common to perform at one table at a time, before or after dinner.


TEAM BUILDING SESSION

The team building activities last for approximately 150 minutes. Your team will bond as they learn entertainment routines, perform for each other, and celebrate each other’s success, while reinforcing the importance of collaboration and your company’s core values.

Prizes are given out, inclusion is encouraged, relationships are deepened, and problem-solving skills are honed. Communication skills are sharpened, and your team will feel like they’re on America’s Got Talent!


ENTERTAINMENT WITH A MESSAGE

This program starts off with the stage entertainment show. Jesse mentions that part of the stage show was accomplished by influencing their thoughts with words. Jesse announces that everyone will learn phrases that make them more connected with other people.

Next, each attendee is paired with 1 other attendee. Each pair of attendees will enact the role of people planning a vacation. The attendees laugh out loud as they discover how these newly learned phrases influence conversations.

Attendees will end this experience with communication tools that make them more persuasive and connected with people.

CLIENTS (PARTIAL LIST)

Clients include Johnson & Johnson, The Guardian Life Insurance Company of America, JLL, UGI Corporation, HNL Lab Medicine, Henkel Corporation, Janney Montgomery Scott, First Trust Portfolios, Iron Mountain, Flagship Financial, Flowserve Corporation, Radisson Hotel, Costco, Luxottica Group, Majestic Theater, Renaissance Hotel, ReEvent, Guerbet, Chron’s & Colitis Foundation, Azura Vascular Care, Cobham, RE/MAX, Genesis Healthcare, Montgomery Management Corporation, Warner Finance, Historic State Theatre of Boyertown, Diehl Insurance Agency, Robertson Insurance Group, Eureka Lighting, PolyGel, RentPath, Delaware Park Casino, and many more!

REVIEWS

“I would highly recommend him to any group.” -RE/MAX

“It was a real boost for us to break up the sales event with great interaction. Jesse really brought our message home for that meeting and we’re excited to have him back again!” -Iron Mountain

“The group was completely engaged!” -Luxottica Group

“Our expectations were exceeded beyond what any of us had thought was gonna happen!” -Brookside Country Club

“I would absolutely recommend Jesse for any type of corporate event. In fact, I already have.” -Historic Hotel Bethlehem

START HERE The best starting point to understand the service is to visit mentalistjesse.com. STAGE ENTERTAINMENT Imagine thinking of a word from a book, then watching a pencil stand up and write the word you’re thinking of. Imagine your at... Show more

Mark Christopher Lawrence

Mark Christopher Lawrence

Meet Mark Christopher Lawrence, a dynamic presenter with a multi-faceted career that spans comedy, film, television, and beyond. With decades of experience making audiences laugh, think, and feel, Mark is an exceptional speaker who knows how to captivate a room.

A longtime Comedian, Film & Television Actor, Writer, and Producer: Mark has honed his craft across multiple entertainment mediums, bringing an unparalleled depth of experience to the stage. A Two-Time Emmy Award Nominee, his talent has been recognized at the highest levels,

Mark is an International Headliner, sharing stages with comedy legends such as Sinbad, Jerry Seinfeld, Rodney Dangerfield, and Jeff Foxworthy, entertaining audiences around the globe.

When you Book Mark For Your Next Event, You Get:

A Skilled Speaker and Natural Storyteller: Armed with a BFA in Theater from USC, earned through a Public Speaking Scholarship, Mark combines academic rigor with his inherent flair for storytelling.

An Experienced Event Emcee: Mark is adept at keeping audiences engaged and events running smoothly, ensuring your occasion is both memorable and timely.

Engaging, Inspiring, and Funny Presentations: His presentations are a perfect blend of humor, inspiration, and audience engagement, leaving lasting impressions on all who attend.

An Expert at Event Alignment: Mark excels at tailoring his presentations to meet your event goals, ensuring your audience receives a message that’s as aligned as it is impactful.

Whether you seek a hilarious anecdote or a moving inspirational story, Mark’s ability to align his presentations with your event’s needs makes him an invaluable addition to any lineup. Book him now to guarantee your event's success!

Meet Mark Christopher Lawrence, a dynamic presenter with a multi-faceted career that spans comedy, film, television, and beyond. With decades of experience making audiences laugh, think, and feel, Mark is an exceptional speaker who knows how to capti... Show more

Steven Harmon

Steven Harmon

Born and raised in Denver, CO. Steven is an independent game developer and artist who specializes in the surreal and experimental.

Born and raised in Denver, CO. Steven is an independent game developer and artist who specializes in the surreal and experimental. Show more

YuLiang Liu

YuLiang Liu

YuLiang Liu, also known as YUYU, is a Berlin-based visual artist who primarily works with photography and digital manipulation. His art explores the marginalized narratives of queer and othered bodies in traditional art history. Through his use of appropriative and performative narratives, Liu analyses the colonial and postcolonial structures that are prevalent in contemporary societies while also challenging the unspoken social norms and values that are an integral part of Western culture.

YUYU's artwork has been featured in numerous local and international group shows, as well as solo exhibitions at prestigious global art centers such as Berlin, Paris, and Seoul. One of Liu's photographs belongs to the permanent collection of the Tom of Finland Foundation in Los Angeles, California. Furthermore, a digital creation by Liu was recently presented at a prominent art auction hosted by Sotheby’s Hong Kong.

YuLiang Liu, also known as YUYU, is a Berlin-based visual artist who primarily works with photography and digital manipulation. His art explores the marginalized narratives of queer and othered bodies in traditional art history. Through his use of ap... Show more

Matías Dieguez

Matías Dieguez

I'm Matías, coder and software architect with more than 16 years of experience. My other passion is music, and one day I found a way to combine both with live coding of songs while playing guitar. I was a speaker at .NET Conf 2017 in Montevideo, Uruguay. I recently did a music live coding session at Microsoft Build 2022 in Buenos Aires, Argentina, that was streamed live globally. You can view more of my past events at https://matiasdieguez.com/events and my live coding source & mp3 playlist at https://matiasdieguez.com/live & https://matiasdieguez.com/liveinstrumental

I'm Matías, coder and software architect with more than 16 years of experience. My other passion is music, and one day I found a way to combine both with live coding of songs while playing guitar. I was a speaker at .NET Conf 2017 in Montevideo, Urug... Show more

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