After an atypical career in law, the arts and video games, I chose to retrain in development. My desire to promote continuous improvement and communication led me to become a Scrum Master, Agile Coach, Systemic Professional Coach and Responsible Digital Lead. As a professional facilitator for the Fresque du Climat et du Numérique, I am constantly learning about the ecological transition, responsible digital technologies and sociology. Involved in Time For The Planet and supporting women in the digital world. As a theater practitioner, I find it a way of creatively exploring and communicating. What drives me: helping companies and individuals to integrate climate and social issues into their practices.

After an atypical career in law, the arts and video games, I chose to retrain in development. My desire to promote continuous improvement and communication led me to become a Scrum Master, Agile Coach, Systemic Professional Coach and Responsible Digi... Show more

Jan Wysocki is a strategic IT advisor, coach, and educator who bridges the gap between business and technology. As the founder of Bits of IT, he helps non-technical leaders make informed tech decisions and empowers engineers to become better communicators and collaborators.
With over two decades of experience in software development, IT strategy, and leadership, Jan has worked across industries to translate complex technical concepts into clear, actionable insights. He’s passionate about fostering digital literacy, building inclusive tech cultures, and making technology accessible — not intimidating.
Jan is also the author of Bits of IT: Your Commonsense Guide to the World of Computers and Software Development, a witty and insightful book that demystifies IT through humor, analogies, and real-world examples.
Whether he’s coaching engineers, advising executives, or speaking at conferences, Jan brings empathy, clarity, and a touch of irreverence to every conversation.

Jan Wysocki is a strategic IT advisor, coach, and educator who bridges the gap between business and technology. As the founder of Bits of IT, he helps non-technical leaders make informed tech decisions and empowers engineers to become better communic... Show more

Naila Rais is one of the youngest scholars in her twenties, an AI innovator, data strategist, and rising tech leader who's already building what many only dreams of. A winner of the Salesforce Quest: Customer AI 2024, recipient of the Distinguished Global Scholar Award at LoneStar College Tomball, Texas, and former AI intern at the Imageomics Institute, where she merged machine learning with biodiversity to power scientific discovery. She is also a leader & organizer of Microsoft Fabric User Group: Uttar Pradesh Power BI Club & serves as a WomenTech Circle Leader cum Ambassador, and drives digital strategy at the Sustainable Living Guide, where she’s led growth and engagement by 40%+. She's also the mind behind VoiceBridge (In-progress), an AI-powered tool for non-verbal communication, and has authored research in social strategy and inclusive AI. With honors degrees, publications, and leadership roles under her belt — all before 21 — Naila is proving that impact has no age limit.

Naila Rais is one of the youngest scholars in her twenties, an AI innovator, data strategist, and rising tech leader who's already building what many only dreams of. A winner of the Salesforce Quest: Customer AI 2024, recipient of the Distinguished G... Show more

I’ve always been curious about what helps people grow — and what holds them back.

Early in my career, I worked in large organizations leading change and transformation. I saw how strategy alone wasn’t enough — people needed clarity, trust, and connection to truly move forward.

That realization led me to coaching. Today, I combine what I’ve learned from neuroscience, agile transformation, and positive psychology to help leaders and teams navigate change with confidence and humanity.

For me, it’s not just about performance — it’s about creating environments where people feel seen, valued, and capable of their best work.

Credentials & Certifications

- ICF Professional Certified Coach (PCC)

- SAFe Program Consultant (SPC)

- Organizational Design Certified Practitioner

- NLP Practitioner

- Positive Psychology Practitioner

- PROSCI Certified Change Management Practitioner

- Agile Enterprise Coaching ( ICAgile and others )

- Over 15 years of experience in large-scale transformation, leadership development, and team performance

I’ve always been curious about what helps people grow — and what holds them back. Early in my career, I worked in large organizations leading change and transformation. I saw how strategy alone wasn’t enough — people needed clarity, trust, and con... Show more

Aarica J. Smith is a multi-certified Salesforce Consultant, Board Source Certified Consultant and SCRUM Certified project management and operations professional. Aarica thrives in concept development, using her consulting and management tools to transform ambiguous environments and concepts into actionable plans or implementations. She is highly creative when it comes to developing results-driven solutions, while ensuring alignment with necessary organization leaders of all levels.

Some of the work that she has accomplished with small businesses includes:

- Created company-wide and department-specific operational systems to streamline the business based on systems, not individual team members
- Developed a various company programs, including a diverse supplier program and employee professional development program
- Project managed cross-functional projects, engaging with external and internal key stakeholders to ensure on-time deliverables and successful project metrics
- Led change management initiatives with c-suite executives and department leaders.

In her previous roles of a non-profit professional, she has overseen a multi-million-dollar foundation grant to pilot national arts strategy to over 4K Boys & Girls Clubs globally, managed over $32M in corporate accounts, and grew a local cycling fundraising event from $450K to nearly a $1M event, making it the #4 premiere cycling fundraising event (out of 93 national events) for the organization.

A firm believer in education, Aarica earned her Master of Arts degree in Arts Administration from Savannah College of Art and Design, and her Bachelor of Arts in Economics, with a minor in French from Spelman College. In her spare time, she loves to travel the world with her family, experience amazing food, and volunteer in her community with her sorority, Delta Sigma Theta Sorority, Inc.

Aarica J. Smith is a multi-certified Salesforce Consultant, Board Source Certified Consultant and SCRUM Certified project management and operations professional. Aarica thrives in concept development, using her consulting and management tools to tran... Show more

Pierre DeBois is the founder and CEO of Zimana, an analytics services firm that helps organizations achieve profitability improvements in marketing, Web development, and within their business operations. Zimana has provided services for businesses from many industries. Pierre’s articles are among CMSWire's Top 10 Digital Marketing Articles for 2018, 2020, 2021 and 2022.

Pierre has provided digital marketing and analytic workshops. His first major workshop was for the City of Chicago Treasurer’s Office as part of the 2014 Small Business Expo (SBE). He has also conducted several workshops since the 2014 SBE, including the following:

• A general marketing workshop and panel for General Assembly in Chicago
• CivicBLUE workshops for BlueLacuna, a business incubator in the Pilsen neighborhood of Chicago; CivicBLUE explained the importance of data science for developing community solutions
• The DX Summit, a marketing conference hosted by CMS Wire in 2015, 2016, and 2017
• R programming workshop at Interop ITX in Las Vegas
• Analytics workshop for Content Marketing World in Cleveland (2017).
• Google Analytics and R programming at Indy.Code and Nebraska.Code, developers conferences in Indianapolis, Indiana, and Council Bluffs, Iowa (Omaha), respectively.
• Sentiment Analysis at O’Reilly OSCON in Portland Oregon (2018).
• Tensorflow in R Programming; A Primer at DevFest KC 2019, Kansas City, MO.
• Tensorflow in R Programming; A Primer at Tom Tom AML, Charlottesville, VA
• Exploratory Data Analysis in R Programming, CodeMash, Sandusky, OH
• Juneteenth Conference (online)
• Signals, Cheetah Digital Media (online)
• CodePalousa, Louisville, KY (online)
• IndyCode, Indianapolis, IN - 2022
• CXSummit, Simpler Media, Austin, TX -2023
• Conversion Conference, Las Vegas, NV 2023
• Content Marketing World, Washington, DC 2023
• Marketing Analytics and Data Science conference, Washington, DC 2023
• CodeMash, Sandusky, OH 2024
• CommerceNow24 (online webinar), 2024
• Black Is Tech conference, Houston, TX 2024

His workshops have covered the gamut of business, data science, and programming topics, with a focus on JavaScript frameworks, Google Analytics, and R Programming.

Pierre is also an analytics tech and business intelligence writer. He has contributed articles to CMS Wire and ITProToday. He is also an associate editor of business book reviews for Small Business Trends, as well as credit as a technical editor for two Pearson/Que digital marketing publications.

Pierre has been featured in the Chicago Sun-Times, and was a presenter for the Google Get Your Business Online program. He successfully brought the program back to Gary Indiana in 2017.

Pierre is a Prairie View A & M University graduate (mechanical engineering) and a Georgia Tech graduate (MBA). He is a native of Gary, Indiana, serving small businesses and organizations throughout the United States.

Pierre DeBois is the founder and CEO of Zimana, an analytics services firm that helps organizations achieve profitability improvements in marketing, Web development, and within their business operations. Zimana has provided services for businesses fr... Show more

Leslie Grandy is an accomplished author, speaker, and CEO advisor who helps companies, teams, and product leaders leverage creative thinking to elevate their organizations, conquer their markets, and maintain relevance in a rapidly changing world. Leslie works with start-ups and large publicly traded companies, including Oracle, Starbucks, and Red Robin Gourmet Burgers, to empower individuals at all levels to identify innovative solutions and think expansively.

With a career spanning over 25 years, Leslie Grandy has taken an unconventional path as a creative leader. From her successful stint in the film industry in Los Angeles as a member of the Directors Guild of America, she transitioned to leadership roles in iconic brands such as Amazon, Best Buy, Discovery, T-Mobile, and Apple. Her ability to build teams from scratch and launch pioneering products has been the hallmark of her success, leading the team that launched the first Android phone, the T-Mobile G1, and the ground-breaking digital media subscription service RealOne SuperPass. This innovative streaming service included major content brands like Turner, Major League Baseball, NASCAR, CNN, and ABCNews and, as part of its development, Leslie co-authored a patent currently held by Intel. She has also led internal innovation labs and is an IDEO-trained leader in Design Thinking.

More recently, Grandy co-created the Product Management Leadership Accelerator, part of the University of Washington Foster School of Business Executive Education program, where she serves as the Lead Executive in Residence. Leslie Grandy is also a member of the Board of Advisors and Adjunct Faculty at Regis College's Marshall Sloane School of Business, as well as West Virginia University’s College of Creative Arts and Media.

Leslie Grandy is an accomplished author, speaker, and CEO advisor who helps companies, teams, and product leaders leverage creative thinking to elevate their organizations, conquer their markets, and maintain relevance in a rapidly changing world. Le... Show more

Feras Deiratany has been writing software at Progressive Insurance for the past 8 years. Most recently he helped launch, Progressive Life, the company’s entry to the Life Insurance market. He is involved with multiple social impact organizations in Cleveland like Global Shapers and GiveBackHack. Feras also loves to travel and try different foods along the way. He is originally from Syria and holds a Computer Science and Engineering degree from The Ohio State University.

Feras Deiratany has been writing software at Progressive Insurance for the past 8 years. Most recently he helped launch, Progressive Life, the company’s entry to the Life Insurance market. He is involved with multiple social impact organizations in C... Show more

Amber Vanderburg is a multi-award winning businessperson, keynote speaker, author, and founder of the international learning development company, The Pathwayz Group, which has led 800,000+ learners in more than 75 countries in action-focused learning journeys. Amber's history in talent development includes authoring top-reviewed online learning courses for platforms such as LinkedIn Learning, Lecturio, and PluralSight, acting as Director of a national education leadership company, and coaching with professional sports team academies in Asia. In 2022, she published her first business adventure book "Uniquely Better" about building higher team performance.

Speaking engagements:
https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PLMNcx7Jwk9Sp6WxuvrfOOBqdP9440SKl0

Amber Vanderburg is a multi-award winning businessperson, keynote speaker, author, and founder of the international learning development company, The Pathwayz Group, which has led 800,000+ learners in more than 75 countries in action-focused learning... Show more

With over 25 years blending strategic expertise and hands-on execution across business and technology, I have hands on experience in IT Service Management, Business Analysis, Service Design, Enterprise Architecture, and Cloud Consulting. Throughout my career I've partnered with private and public sector organisations, including working for major cloud providers like Microsoft and VMware.

This diverse background has enabled me to build extensive expertise. I firmly believe that, much like ecosystems, organizational improvement must embrace interconnectedness and continuous adaptation.

A persistent optimizer, continuous learner, and advocate for systems thinking, I believe frameworks and methodologies should facilitate—not dictate—progress. This is why I created 'unframed by ValueCraft Studio', a set of thoughts and questions to invite people to think laterally, to ideate 'together', to have purposeful conversations between disciplines, teams, and avoid siloed thinking.

I’m fluent in both English and Spanish.

With over 25 years blending strategic expertise and hands-on execution across business and technology, I have hands on experience in IT Service Management, Business Analysis, Service Design, Enterprise Architecture, and Cloud Consulting. Throughout m... Show more

Larry Mietus (Chief Excuse Obliterator) is the Founder of Speaking of Strategy. He is an engaging speaker, business consultant, author, podcaster, and educator with a wealth of practical, hands-on experience. His expertise encompasses leadership development, organizational design, employee engagement, and sales and marketing strategies. His clients run the gamut from "Mom and Pop" businesses to international enterprises. He is a frequent contributor on LinkedIn. Larry has also been quoted in HR Magazine, the most widely read and respected Human Resources publication in the world. He is a guest speaker for Vistage International, the world’s largest executive coaching organization. Larry is the author of “We Tried That Once” And Other Popular Excuses That Sabotage Business Success!

Larry Mietus (Chief Excuse Obliterator) is the Founder of Speaking of Strategy. He is an engaging speaker, business consultant, author, podcaster, and educator with a wealth of practical, hands-on experience. His expertise encompasses leadership ... Show more

Margo Sakova is a passionate advocate for the OKR framework. As the Head of Marketing at Oboard, she is dedicated to educating the community on best practices for utilizing OKRs within their organizations. Margo strives to make OKRs engaging and easy to use, continually experimenting with new approaches.

Margo Sakova is a passionate advocate for the OKR framework. As the Head of Marketing at Oboard, she is dedicated to educating the community on best practices for utilizing OKRs within their organizations. Margo strives to make OKRs engaging and easy... Show more

Hi there !
For the past five years, I've been on a rewarding journey as an engineering manager—leading teams, learning continuously, and striving to make work just a little more human (and fun!).
Before stepping into management, I rolled up my sleeves as a 3D developer then a full stack engineer, building web and mobile experiences and solving bugs :)

Today, I have the joy (and sometimes the challenge!) of managing both a vibrant team of software engineers and a dynamic group of RPA engineers. My mission? To design reliable and scalable systems and to foster a culture where experimentation is encouraged and where everyone feels they’re in the right place.

People, communication patterns, and the ever-evolving world of work fascinate me. I’m especially intrigued by how AI will reshape our jobs.

At PayFit, I’m currently navigating our transition to Domain-Driven Design while experimenting with team topologies, the 360 impact on the organization business, people and tech wise is fascinating.

I believe in tackling technical debt gracefully and my goal is to do so while delivering business value and empowering teams to take ownership and make decisions.

More than happy to share my learnings and acquire new ideas on the way!

Hi there ! For the past five years, I've been on a rewarding journey as an engineering manager—leading teams, learning continuously, and striving to make work just a little more human (and fun!). Before stepping into management, I rolled up my sl... Show more

Elad Ben-Hur is an Agile Coach who works with R&D teams and organizations to support meaningful Agile adoption and continuous improvement. With experience in Scrum, Agile, and SAFe, he helps teams focus on delivering real value and building healthy, collaborative work environments.
Elad is especially interested in the role of communication in team success. Over the years, he’s seen how clearer, more honest conversations can transform not just team dynamics, but also results. His current focus is on helping leaders and teams strengthen trust, improve communication, and create space for real dialogue.

He also supports leadership development and culture change, believing that when people feel safe, seen, and empowered, they do their best work.

Elad Ben-Hur is an Agile Coach who works with R&D teams and organizations to support meaningful Agile adoption and continuous improvement. With experience in Scrum, Agile, and SAFe, he helps teams focus on delivering real value and building healthy, ... Show more

As a Technical Consultant, I empower organizations to transform their business processes through automation and AI, leveraging the full potential of Microsoft’s Power Platform. Using Copilot Studio and the broader Copilot ecosystem, I create tailored solutions for our customers that meet their users where they are —whether it's enhancing customer engagement, supporting internal teams, or driving innovation at scale. My goal is to help organizations turn AI into a strategic asset that delivers measurable value and fosters long-term growth.

Technical Consulting: Intelligent Business Unit at NTT Germany AG & Co. KG, an affiliate of the NTT DATA, Inc. Group

As a Technical Consultant, I empower organizations to transform their business processes through automation and AI, leveraging the full potential of Microsoft’s Power Platform. Using Copilot Studio and the broader Copilot ecosystem, I create tailored... Show more

Technology Executive @ NUAAV | Ex-Adobe, ZoomInfo | TEDx Speaker | 3X Serial Entrepreneur | ML Professor | 6 US Patents | TV Show Tech Finalist | Startup Canada Visa Entrepreneur | 40 under 40 | Angel Investor

Gaurav is a full-stack scientist delivering production-grade generative AI solutions with proven track record of ~80% process optimization and ~30% cost reduction. At Granicus, he architects scalable data platforms handling 20+ government data sources with complex identity resolution, pioneering autonomous agent mesh architectures that achieve 80% task completion without human intervention.

Key Innovations:
Advanced neural-symbolic architectures for enterprise document synthesis
Novel hallucination prevention systems with real-time knowledge verification
Behavioral verification frameworks for AI agent operational security
Custom model engineering: Distilled enterprise models achieving 85% Claude performance at 10% cost

Enterprise Impact:
Deployed Graph-RAG Knowledge Graphs with 92% precision, 90% recall, <3% hallucination rate
Architected microservices supporting 10M+ concurrent users with 99.99% uptime
Multi-cloud data processing: 10M+ events/minute with real-time streaming architectures

Technology Executive @ NUAAV | Ex-Adobe, ZoomInfo | TEDx Speaker | 3X Serial Entrepreneur | ML Professor | 6 US Patents | TV Show Tech Finalist | Startup Canada Visa Entrepreneur | 40 under 40 | Angel Investor Gaurav is a full-stack scientist deli... Show more

Dr. Ewa Antczak is an internationally recognized Behavioral Scientist, psychologist, and AI innovator dedicated to creating safer and more empathetic digital environments. With over two decades of professional experience, she has guided more than 15,000 individuals through her clinical and educational work, with expertise in emotional intelligence, gifted behavior, and youth mental health.
A published author of several books and peer-reviewed papers on behavior and attitude change, she completed her doctorate at the age of 24 while serving as a researcher and lecturer at the Polish Academy of Sciences and University of Social Sciences and Humanities, specializing in personality and the role of narrative mode in behavior change.
She is the founder of Felixa, a pioneering AI-powered platform that proactively detects and transforms harmful behavior in online communities, strengthening trust, collaboration, and inclusion. Her work uniquely bridges behavioral science with advanced technology, setting new standards for how societies can address digital safety and human well-being.
Dr. Antczak also created IdealMe, a personal development system that builds emotional intelligence and resilience in individuals and teams, and Talk2Alex, an app that has supported thousands of young people in regulating emotions and behaviors, particularly during the pandemic. She also serves on the Boards of Resilient Children Canada and the Learning Disabilities Association of Ontario (LDAO).
A frequent speaker at global conferences, Dr. Antczak continues to influence leaders, innovators, and policymakers at the intersection of psychology, technology, and human progress.

Dr. Ewa Antczak is an internationally recognized Behavioral Scientist, psychologist, and AI innovator dedicated to creating safer and more empathetic digital environments. With over two decades of professional experience, she has guided more than 15,... Show more

When I was eleven, I wrote a Basic program that moved a circle across the screen of a monochrome monitor, and I was hooked. I have worn many hats in my career, but I have always been a developer. I am passionate about helping developers produce great work and have the best job satisfaction I can provide.

I am a lifelong learner, working toward my doctorate (DBA) in business intelligence at Marymount University.

When I was eleven, I wrote a Basic program that moved a circle across the screen of a monochrome monitor, and I was hooked. I have worn many hats in my career, but I have always been a developer. I am passionate about helping developers produce grea... Show more

MVP Alumni Data Platform depuis 5 ans, je suis activement engagé dans la communauté Française autour des métiers de la data et la business Intelligence, notamment avec le Club Power BI, le Power 365, DataWelsh

Créateur et organisateur du Power 365.
Créateur de DataWelsh

Ma ligne de conduite: être simple, efficace et toujours dans la bonne humeur

MVP Alumni Data Platform depuis 5 ans, je suis activement engagé dans la communauté Française autour des métiers de la data et la business Intelligence, notamment avec le Club Power BI, le Power 365, DataWelsh Créateur et organisateur du Power 365... Show more

Analista de Sistemas, formado Administrador de Empresas com ênfase em AS. Especialista em Qualidade de Software, com 40 anos de carreira na área de TIC atuando em diversos papéis.

Especialista em Tecnologias na Aprendizagem, praticante e estudioso da heutagogia (auto-aprendizagem), do e-learning e do desenvolvimento pessoal e profissional, com foco em soft skills necessárias à cultura ágil desde 2015. Concluindo especialização em Projetos Sociais e Políticas Públicas.

No Serpro desde 2006. Trabalhou com Garantia da Qualidade, melhoria contínua de processos, sendo professor convidado da pós-graduação em Qualidade de Software da Unisinos de 2011 a 2015.

Atua desde 2019 com cultura organizacional, inicialmente no time Cultura Dides, cuja missão é apoiar a propagação e engajamento na cultura ágil no âmbito da Diretoria de Desenvolvimento de Soluções (DIDES) do Serviço Federal de Processamento de Dados (Serpro), a partir de maio de 2024 integrando o Departamento de Cultura Organizacional. da Superintendência de Educação, Pessoas e Talentos, na Diretoria de Pessoas, com o desafio de modelar a segmentação dos processos de Cultura Organizacional tanto em termos regionais como nas diversas diretorias.

Autor, ator, cantor (em vias de se tornar produtor musical), e facilitador de debates e painéis. Pai de quatro filhos. Metódico e bem-humorado. Às vezes não. Cri-cri-cri, sempre: crítico, criterioso e criativo. Não cabe em caixa, recomenda-se nem tentar.

Analista de Sistemas, formado Administrador de Empresas com ênfase em AS. Especialista em Qualidade de Software, com 40 anos de carreira na área de TIC atuando em diversos papéis. Especialista em Tecnologias na Aprendizagem, praticante e estudios... Show more

I got my first full-time job as a developer in 1999 and have been working in software development ever since then. I wear different hats - a developer, an engineering manager, and a product manager.

I’m CTO at ivelum, where we build custom software for startups and enterprises, and I also work on Teamplify – a team management suite for engineering teams.

I got my first full-time job as a developer in 1999 and have been working in software development ever since then. I wear different hats - a developer, an engineering manager, and a product manager. I’m CTO at ivelum, where we build custom softwar... Show more

Hi, I’m Muhammad Samiullah, a Solution Engineer and a Microsoft Most Valuable Professional (MVP) in Azure and Developer Technologies. I design and deliver secure, scalable cloud and AI solutions, with a focus on automation, cost optimization, and operational excellence, helping organizations maximize the value of their technology investments.

Previously a Microsoft for Startups Expert, I mentored founders on building and scaling solutions with Microsoft technologies and guided teams to leverage Artificial Intelligence (M365 & GitHub Copilot) for measurable business impact.

Beyond my professional work, I’m committed to community building. As a Gold Microsoft Student Ambassador and lead of the Microsoft Learn Student Community’s Karachi chapter, I have organized impactful events and initiatives that connect students with industry leaders and inspire the next generation of technology professionals.

My mission is to foster innovation, drive growth, and make technology accessible to both individuals and businesses aiming to scale and thrive in the digital age.

Hi, I’m Muhammad Samiullah, a Solution Engineer and a Microsoft Most Valuable Professional (MVP) in Azure and Developer Technologies. I design and deliver secure, scalable cloud and AI solutions, with a focus on automation, cost optimization, and ope... Show more

Manuel has 12 years of experience at the intersection of business strategy and digital technologies. He is one of the leaders at CIO Advisory in Norway and has his main expertise in the areas of Digital Strategy and Transformation. He has participated in, and delivered more than 20 projects centered around the use and adoption of digital technologies in the several industries: Energy, Finance, Consumer Goods, Technology, and Retail.

Manuel has 12 years of experience at the intersection of business strategy and digital technologies. He is one of the leaders at CIO Advisory in Norway and has his main expertise in the areas of Digital Strategy and Transformation. He has participate... Show more

As part of management consulting of Zühlke Group I help our clients to drive their digital transformations in a way that they are effective, deliver actual business value and take the people along on the journey. I believe that digital transformations must be owned by the business, take a people-centric approach and closely integrate IT and data teams.

I have over 10 years of experience in managing complex, interdisciplinary strategy and transformation projects. The broad exposure to different types of projects and all levels of the hierarchy (staff to C-level) help me to effectively take along all relevant stakeholders in a transformation.

As part of management consulting of Zühlke Group I help our clients to drive their digital transformations in a way that they are effective, deliver actual business value and take the people along on the journey. I believe that digital transformation... Show more

Ghassan Barakat has demonstrated a rare ability to move between sectors such as finance, law, technology, and philanthropy, applying strategy while keeping community needs at the forefront. Whether launching startups, growing multi-million-dollar platforms, or supporting charitable initiatives, he has always emphasized systems that strengthen people's lives and leave a lasting legacy.

In 2022, Jason founded Nolos Cabinet Multidisciplinaire Inc., serving as Founder & CEO. Nolos was created to integrate FinTech, InsurTech, and LegalTech under a single platform. This venture aims to democratize financial and legal services, particularly for middle-class families. The company combines a Quebec-based legal firm, a notarial study, and a national financial MGA distributing solutions from Canada's leading institutions. With his leadership, Nolos has expanded through acquisitions and new partnerships. Among these was the acquisition of Skylegal in 2022, followed by creating a charitable foundation in 2023 to help families access justice and financial protection during estate and legacy planning. More recently, Jason acquired a technology firm that builds software for public and private organizations, further enhancing the B2B reach of the Nolos platform.

Before establishing Nolos, Ghassan gained experience as a Strategic Senior Consultant, working with Chubb Insurance and other major industry players. From 2003 to 2021, he was President and Principal Officer with AMF of La Capitale Services Conseils, where he grew assets under management from $300 million to over $3 billion, serving public sector employees with specialized solutions. In 2017, he became President of La Capitale Financial Security, where he expanded national operations for disability and personal finance services, redesigned compensation structures, and created an inclusive and high-performance culture. He also served as President of SSQ Financial Group Distribution, where he modernized retirement planning, oversaw post-merger alignment, and improved client experience and compliance.

Philanthropy has been a central part of Jason Barakat's life for over two decades. He has supported the Guignolet de Saint-Vincent de Paul tradition and contributed to various charitable efforts connected to public institutions and retirement planning. In 2021, he partnered with Peartree Canada to advance philanthropic planning for organizations and families. He later launched the Nolos Foundation, which is dedicated to expanding access to Justice & Family Legacy Planning. Jason is also a volunteer leader for nonprofit boards and interfaith humanitarian initiatives.

Jason studied at Concordia University, John Molson School of Business, focusing on finance, business law, and theology. He has also completed studies in securities, investments, estate planning, insurance, venture capital, and strategic philanthropy, earning certifications in these areas.

Outside of his professional accomplishments, Ghassan Barakat is a devoted husband and father of two. His family provides daily motivation and guides his values of love, faith, and responsibility, shaping his personal and professional life. With empathy, service, and humility, he remains committed to leaving a legacy for his children, his community, and future generations.

Ghassan Barakat has demonstrated a rare ability to move between sectors such as finance, law, technology, and philanthropy, applying strategy while keeping community needs at the forefront. Whether launching startups, growing multi-million-dollar pla... Show more

Ken Soh is the Group CIO of BH Global and CEO of Athena Dynamics, a cybersecurity subsidiary he co-founded in 2014. With over 35 years in ICT, he has led major digital transformation initiatives and built Athena into a trusted service provider serving 350+ public and private entities, including those in defense, maritime and critical infrastructure. He also chairs SGTech’s Cyber Security Chapter from Sep 2022 to Sep 2025. Ken has been an avid speaker/writer and has received multiple leadership awards, including AiSP Cyber Security Leaders, Dun & Bradstreet Singapore Business Eminence, CIO100, ASEAN CIO accolades. He holds an Executive MBA from the NTU–UC Berkeley Programme and a MSc in Computer Studies (AI) with distinction from the University of Essex.

Ken Soh is the Group CIO of BH Global and CEO of Athena Dynamics, a cybersecurity subsidiary he co-founded in 2014. With over 35 years in ICT, he has led major digital transformation initiatives and built Athena into a trusted service provider servin... Show more

Ukrainian living in Sweden, applying engineering mindset for processes creation.
I am always fascinated about solving tricky puzzles and coming up with new ways to look for the problem.
I got a master degree in Telecommunications in 2016 and started my career in IT as a data conversion specialist, working with databases and customers. I got experience from working as a customer support manager, tech writer for user guides and manuals and then as a product specialist, before coming to work close with Agile as a Product Owner. I enjoyed building the right thing as much as building the thing right and fast. My Scrum Master journey started in 2020 and grew from 2 co-located teams to 8 distributed teams working on the same product with LeSS. And it's just the beginning!

Ukrainian living in Sweden, applying engineering mindset for processes creation. I am always fascinated about solving tricky puzzles and coming up with new ways to look for the problem. I got a master degree in Telecommunications in 2016 and star... Show more

Oumaima Talouka is an AI strategist, professional coach, and global speaker who helps leaders and organizations navigate the collision of AI and human leadership in a world moving too fast to ignore. With experience as software engineer and product leader at Microsoft and trusted advisor to 50+ startups worldwide, she brings deep technical expertise combined with an intuitive understanding of the human dynamics that make or break tech organizations in accelerating markets.

She’s also the voice behind The Human x Tech newsletter, a fast-growing platform equipping leaders to thrive at the complex intersection of AI and Human potential. Oumaima coaches individuals and teams across industries -from emerging leaders to Fortune 500 companies- helping them scale responsibly, win trust, and accelerate AI adoption while developing the human capabilities that drive lasting success. As a sought-after keynote speaker, she delivers actionable insights on AI adoption, the future of work, and building resilient, human-centered organizations - guided by her principle: AI what you can. Human what you must.

Oumaima Talouka is an AI strategist, professional coach, and global speaker who helps leaders and organizations navigate the collision of AI and human leadership in a world moving too fast to ignore. With experience as software engineer and product l... Show more

John Geraghty is an Optimal Performance Coach, Speaker, and the author of The Prism of Perspective as well as the host of its accompanying podcast.

But before becoming the leader people turn to for growth, he faced life-threatening challenges that forced him to rethink everything. His journey led him to rebuild his health, reshape his mindset, and redefine success—learning hard-won lessons in business, relationships, and personal mastery that aren’t typically discussed online.

Now, John helps seasoned business leaders align their decisions, relationships, and well-being with a long-term vision of fulfillment and impact. He challenges limiting beliefs about aging, proving that peak performance isn’t just for the young—it’s a lifelong pursuit. As the creator of Fitness Presence, he’s also redefining how we approach exercise, making it more effective, efficient, and injury-free.

Through his coaching, speaking, and The Prism of Perspective podcast, John inspires others to tap into their full potential, cultivate deeper connections, and step into a life of purpose, joy, and impact.

John Geraghty is an Optimal Performance Coach, Speaker, and the author of The Prism of Perspective as well as the host of its accompanying podcast. But before becoming the leader people turn to for growth, he faced life-threatening challenges that... Show more

¡Hola! Soy Mánager de Data & IA en Tokiota y una entusiasta de los datos.

Gallega de nacimiento y corazón, economista de formación, analista de datos de profesión y amante de la lectura, mascotas y de la buena comida por vocación 😉

Me gusta compartir mi conocimiento y experiencia con más personas y seguir aprendiendo día a día de mis compañeros y amigos/as que me inspiran a ser mejor persona y profesional.

Certificaciones de Microsoft:
- Fabric Data Engineer Associated
- Power BI Data Analytst Associate.

Certificaciones de Gestión de Proyectos:
- Scrum Master Certification (EuropeanScrum.org)

Otras certificaciones:
- Databricks Fundamentals.

¡Hola! Soy Mánager de Data & IA en Tokiota y una entusiasta de los datos. Gallega de nacimiento y corazón, economista de formación, analista de datos de profesión y amante de la lectura, mascotas y de la buena comida por vocación 😉 Me gusta c... Show more