Alexandra Popa is the Founder of Clarity Layer, a boutique data strategy firm specializing in ethical AI, data governance, and organizational intelligence. With over 15 years of experience in analytics and data leadership, she helps companies—from fast-moving startups to established players—turn chaos into clarity.

Her speaking style blends thought-provoking insight with dry wit and practical advice. A passionate advocate for neuroinclusive leadership and ethical tech, Alexandra is known for making complex concepts accessible without watering them down.

She regularly speaks at conferences, mentors with Women in Tech, and consults for impact-driven organizations seeking smarter, more sustainable data practices.

Alexandra Popa is the Founder of Clarity Layer, a boutique data strategy firm specializing in ethical AI, data governance, and organizational intelligence. With over 15 years of experience in analytics and data leadership, she helps companies—from fa... Show more

Dr. Kylie Bragdon, Ed.D., is a transformational leadership expert and workforce strategist committed to solving one of today’s most pressing challenges: 75% of businesses are struggling to find employees with the right skills. Drawing on her background as an educator and executive leader, Dr. Bragdon empowers organizations to close the talent gap by building innovative, future-ready training solutions.

She is widely recognized for her ability to translate complex challenges into actionable strategies, blending real-world leadership experience with cutting-edge approaches to workforce development. With deep expertise in upskilling, organizational change, and talent pipeline design, she equips leaders with the tools to foster resilience, cultivate high-performing teams, and drive sustainable growth.

Dr. Bragdon’s work is rooted in the belief that the future of work will be built, not found. Her mission is to change the world with kindness by helping organizations create environments where people and performance thrive together.

Dr. Kylie Bragdon, Ed.D., is a transformational leadership expert and workforce strategist committed to solving one of today’s most pressing challenges: 75% of businesses are struggling to find employees with the right skills. Drawing on her backgr... Show more

As an experienced solution architect and a former CTO in the green technology sector, I specialize in delivering value to customers across the domains of energy, IoT, and IT security. My expertise lies in translating complex technical concepts into practical solutions that drive innovation and sustainability. With a track record of successful projects and a passion for cutting-edge technologies, I’m committed to shaping a greener, smarter future.

Following, five areas of expertise:

Sustainable Energy Solutions:
From home energy management systems to concepts for smart grids and the utilization of flexibilities from home to markets, I’ve led teams in developing sustainable energy solutions that reduce environmental impact and enhance efficiency.

IoT Integration:
Leveraging the Internet of Things (IoT), I’ve designed and implemented smart systems that connect devices, collect data, and enable predictive maintenance, ultimately improving operational performance.

Cybersecurity Strategies:
My focus on IT security ensures that organizations can confidently adopt digital transformation. I’ve established robust cybersecurity frameworks, safeguarding critical assets and data. Especially the EU Cyber Resilience Act is an essential must, but furthermore, a great opportunity for improving and fostering the security of digital products along the value chain.

Strategic Technology Roadmaps:
By aligning business goals with technology initiatives, I’ve helped companies navigate digital transformations. My roadmaps prioritize scalability, agility, and long-term success.

Collaborative Leadership:
As a former CTO with up to 50 employees in my department, I foster cross-functional collaboration, empowering teams to innovate and drive impactful change. Let’s connect and explore how we can create a sustainable, secure future together!

As an experienced solution architect and a former CTO in the green technology sector, I specialize in delivering value to customers across the domains of energy, IoT, and IT security. My expertise lies in translating complex technical concepts into p... Show more

Rebecka Isaksson is the Founder of KnowFlow Value and a Content AI & M365 Knowledge Strategist, helping organizations turn Content Chaos into Copilot Ready. A Microsoft MVP and former Director of Knowledge Management at Microsoft HQ, she brings 15+ years of expertise in collaboration, content governance, and AI-powered knowledge strategies.

She’s the creator and host of the Knowledge Fika podcast, where Swedish fika meets smart conversations on AI and knowledge management. Beyond the stage, Rebecka mentors and coaches emerging KM professionals and AI transformation leaders, fuelling the next wave of talent in this space.

A sought-after keynote speaker and panellist at global events, Rebecka delivers practical insights on how AI accelerates knowledge strategies - and vice versa - and why culture change is the real game-changer. Recognized as a Microsoft MVP in 2024, she continues to champion ethical, human-centric approaches to AI adoption.

Rebecka Isaksson is the Founder of KnowFlow Value and a Content AI & M365 Knowledge Strategist, helping organizations turn Content Chaos into Copilot Ready. A Microsoft MVP and former Director of Knowledge Management at Microsoft HQ, she brings 15+ y... Show more

Denyse Drummond-Dunn is a leadership speaker, author, and former Global Head of Consumer Excellence at Nestlé.

Across 125+ markets and cross-functional environments, Denyse has worked with professionals who carry strategy into execution, often without formal authority.

Denyse teaches practical tools that turn strong work into recognised impact: decision-ready communication, stakeholder traction, and reputation-building that feels authentic.

Her sessions are known for clarity, energy, and immediate application, especially for mid-level leaders who feel overworked, overlooked, and stuck despite delivering exceptional results.

Denyse Drummond-Dunn is a leadership speaker, author, and former Global Head of Consumer Excellence at Nestlé. Across 125+ markets and cross-functional environments, Denyse has worked with professionals who carry strategy into execution, often wi... Show more

Trish Ahjel Roberts is a transformational leadership coach, keynote speaker, and corporate well-being strategist who helps organizations reduce burnout, strengthen emotional intelligence, and build resilient, high-performing teams. She is the founder of the Mind-Blowing Happiness® professional development brand and is best known for her signature conference talk, "Unlocking the Secrets to Mind-Blowing Happiness®," which she customizes with audience-specific subtitles for leaders, women professionals, and high-stress organizations.

With over two decades of corporate experience in account management and leadership roles at organizations such as Verizon, JP Morgan, and Merrill Lynch, Trish understands the pressures leaders face from the inside out. Today, she translates insights from positive psychology, emotional intelligence, and mindfulness into practical tools leaders can apply immediately to navigate fast-paced, high-stress environments with greater clarity and confidence.

Trish is the author of four books, including the bestselling "12 Steps to Mind‑Blowing Happiness," endorsed by Jack Canfield, Marci Shimoff, and Iyanla Vanzant, and her critically acclaimed book "The Anger Myth: Understanding and Overcoming the Mental Habits That Steal Your Joy," which features a foreword by Jack Canfield and was praised by Library Journal and Booklist. Her work explores how unresolved stress, suppressed emotions, and fragmentation quietly undermine leadership effectiveness—and how integration restores clarity, confidence, and joy.

A sought-after speaker for conferences, leadership summits, and professional associations, Trish blends evidence-based insights with warmth, storytelling, and embodied practices that engage both the intellect and the nervous system. Audiences walk away feeling grounded, energized, and equipped with tools to lead more authentically in an increasingly complex world.

Trish holds an MBA, ACC, and RYT-200, with advanced credentials in executive coaching, yoga, meditation, and mindfulness. Her work has been featured on CBS46-TV Atlanta, WBLS-FM New York, and V103-FM Atlanta.

Trish Ahjel Roberts is a transformational leadership coach, keynote speaker, and corporate well-being strategist who helps organizations reduce burnout, strengthen emotional intelligence, and build resilient, high-performing teams. She is the founder... Show more

Trudy-Ann Armand is an award-winning entrepreneur, AI strategist, and educator helping women create income resilience without sacrificing their well-being. As founder of HER-MINE.AI, she guides professionals and entrepreneurs to monetize undervalued skills through strategic AI automation. Certified in Generative AI for Productivity from Cornell University, Trudy has been recognized by Visa She's Next, BeyGOOD Foundation, and Mastercard Grant programs. An alumna of Goldman Sachs 10K Small Businesses and Amazon Black Business Accelerator, she's featured as a speaker at SheLeads AI, CREATE Conference, and numerous podcasts, delivering her signature "peace-first" entrepreneurship philosophy.

Trudy-Ann Armand is an award-winning entrepreneur, AI strategist, and educator helping women create income resilience without sacrificing their well-being. As founder of HER-MINE.AI, she guides professionals and entrepreneurs to monetize undervalued ... Show more

Tech strategist, automation geek, and Microsoft 365 evangelist. Luis Juarez helps businesses ditch the busywork, embrace AI, and get the most out of their digital workplace. As CEO of Inside View Global and founder of VAN 365 View, he’s all about building smarter solutions and thriving communities. When he’s not demystifying the cloud, he’s mentoring startups, championing youth entrepreneurship, and proving that work can be both productive and fun.

Tech strategist, automation geek, and Microsoft 365 evangelist. Luis Juarez helps businesses ditch the busywork, embrace AI, and get the most out of their digital workplace. As CEO of Inside View Global and founder of VAN 365 View, he’s all about bui... Show more

Martin Schlenker ist seit 2005 als freiberuflicher Berater mit den Schwerpunkten rund um Microsoft Infrastruktur und Server tätig. Er hat in dieser Zeit zahlreiche Projekte zur Einführung von Active Directory, automatisierte Betriebssystem und Softwarebereitstellung, SharePoint und Exchange erfolgreich umgesetzt.
Im Jahr 2010 hat er sehr früh die Möglichkeiten von Office 365 (später Microsoft 365) erkannt und schon nach kurzer Zeit die ersten Migrations- und Einführungsprojekte in diesem Bereich umgesetzt.
Neben seiner Tätigkeit als Projektmanager führt er individuelle Mitarbeiter- und Administratoren Trainings und Workshops durch. Seit 5 Jahren auch mit dem Fokus auf die Beratung von Organisation hinsichtlich notwendiger Betriebsvereinbarungen zum Betrieb Microsoft 365.

Martin Schlenker ist seit 2005 als freiberuflicher Berater mit den Schwerpunkten rund um Microsoft Infrastruktur und Server tätig. Er hat in dieser Zeit zahlreiche Projekte zur Einführung von Active Directory, automatisierte Betriebssystem und Softwa... Show more

Andrea Manning is the CISO at Acorn Life, bringing a decade of hard-won experience shaped by an unconventional career shift. Originally from South Africa, she began her cybersecurity journey through an access course, went on to complete a degree in Business Information Systems, and built her own cyber and privacy consultancy and app before taking on a senior leadership role. Her story challenges assumptions about who belongs in tech, and she advocates for broader, more diverse entry points into the cybersecurity profession.

Andrea Manning is the CISO at Acorn Life, bringing a decade of hard-won experience shaped by an unconventional career shift. Originally from South Africa, she began her cybersecurity journey through an access course, went on to complete a degree in B... Show more