Hesham Zreik is a Forbes-ranked top angel investor, serial entrepreneur, technology leader, and former member of the Forbes Technology Council. Ranked #39 among Forbes' Top 50 Business Angels for his investment activity and successful exits, Hesham has made more than 400 personal startup investments, recorded more than 10 exits, and invested alongside FasterCapital across a portfolio spanning more than 1,600 companies worldwide.

As Founder and CEO of FasterCapital, Hesham has built one of the largest borderless startup-support ecosystems, leading investments of more than $1.25 billion across 1,637 companies and helping entrepreneurs raise more than $2.8 billion. He has also overseen the development of a global network comprising more than 1,000 representatives and regional partners, over 1,100 mentors, and an extensive network of investors and strategic partners.

Hesham combines the perspective of an investor, entrepreneur, and technologist. Over more than 25 years in business and more than three decades in software development, he has co-founded more than 100 ventures, advised and mentored numerous founders, and served on the boards of multiple companies. He founded ZGroup Mobile in 2002 with a budget of less than $20 per month and grew it to a multimillion-dollar valuation within three years.

Hesham Zreik is a Forbes-ranked top angel investor, serial entrepreneur, technology leader, and former member of the Forbes Technology Council. Ranked #39 among Forbes' Top 50 Business Angels for his investment activity and successful exits, Hesham h... Show more

Demilade Odumosu is a software engineer, IT consultant and founder of TFP Media, working across software engineering, cloud infrastructure, automation and AI-enabled systems for organisations in the public and private sectors. He is also a 3MTT and Technovation mentor, with a focus on building secure, reliable and responsible software.

Demilade Odumosu is a software engineer, IT consultant and founder of TFP Media, working across software engineering, cloud infrastructure, automation and AI-enabled systems for organisations in the public and private sectors. He is also a 3MTT and T... Show more

hey, i'm khyati - a backend engineer based in bengaluru. i've spent my career shipping zero-to-one stuff: a real-time identity verification product for US banks, a grid analysis platform that killed off huge manual spreadsheets, gameplay APIs for a game with millions of downloads.

from 2023 to 2026 i founded four startups of my own, and learned the hard way that building was never my problem - selling was.

so now i'm helping tech startup founders
finding engineers and builders,
so they can finally focus on selling.

hey, i'm khyati - a backend engineer based in bengaluru. i've spent my career shipping zero-to-one stuff: a real-time identity verification product for US banks, a grid analysis platform that killed off huge manual spreadsheets, gameplay APIs for a g... Show more

Amanda Hua is founder and CEO of Apova, building Agent Atlas, an execution platform for enterprise AI. A Turing Frontier Fellow and two-time 2026 CloudX/API World industry award winner, she has 20+ years of engineering and technology leadership experience spanning PayPal, Apple, Ripple, Rivian, and Anywhere Real Estate.

Amanda Hua is founder and CEO of Apova, building Agent Atlas, an execution platform for enterprise AI. A Turing Frontier Fellow and two-time 2026 CloudX/API World industry award winner, she has 20+ years of engineering and technology leadership exper... Show more

Sarah Bennett is a consultant, speaker, and Microsoft Power Platform Solution Architect who helps growing Kiwi businesses improve how work gets done.

Through practical experience delivering custom business systems, automation solutions, and AI adoption programmes, Sarah specialises in translating complex technology into real-world business outcomes. Her work focuses on helping organisations reduce manual effort, improve visibility, connect disconnected systems, and make better use of the tools they already have.

Sarah has presented at community events, business workshops, and industry conferences in New Zealand and internationally, covering topics including Microsoft Power Platform, Dataverse, Copilot, AI adoption, automation, and digital transformation.

Whether speaking to technical professionals or business leaders, Sarah is known for practical, jargon-free sessions that focus on what works in the real world rather than the latest buzzwords. This approach has led to workshops for business communities and presentations for Power Platform audiences both in New Zealand and overseas.

Sarah Bennett is a consultant, speaker, and Microsoft Power Platform Solution Architect who helps growing Kiwi businesses improve how work gets done. Through practical experience delivering custom business systems, automation solutions, and AI ado... Show more

Data analyst and marketing specialist with more than 10 years of experience in several sectors. Persevering, analytical, proactive, with high involvement and motivation adding value. Results-oriented, fulfillment of goals, with adaptation to changing environments and fast learning. I am always ready to accept new projects and duties.

Data analyst and marketing specialist with more than 10 years of experience in several sectors. Persevering, analytical, proactive, with high involvement and motivation adding value. Results-oriented, fulfillment of goals, with adaptation to changing... Show more

Dr. Hafiz Muhammad Ali, FRSA, CFCIM, is a US-based entrepreneur, strategist and author with nearly two decades of experience founding, leading and advising companies across Pakistan, the UK, the Gulf and the United States. He founded and led the digital marketing agency Omnicore (2009–2021), whose research has been cited by more than 950 publications. His book Digital Passport (2018) was named by BookAuthority among the 100 Best Digital Marketing Books of All Time. He holds a PhD in Management (Entrepreneurship) from the University of Aberdeen, serves on the board of Windsor Governance Group, and is a mentor and case-competition judge with the American Marketing Association. His talks turn research on founder decision-making into tools leaders can use on Monday morning.

Dr. Hafiz Muhammad Ali, FRSA, CFCIM, is a US-based entrepreneur, strategist and author with nearly two decades of experience founding, leading and advising companies across Pakistan, the UK, the Gulf and the United States. He founded and led the digi... Show more

Jeff McWherter is a seasoned business leader and tenacious problem solver with over 26 years in the tech industry. He has a deep understanding of the business landscape with a keen ability to navigate complex challenges with creativity and agility. From local startup to Fortune 500, he has worked with a wide client range, always adapting to the unique needs and challenges of each project. He has developed a deep understanding of the trends and technologies shaping the future of business, and is constantly seeking out new ideas and insights to stay ahead of the curve. Jeff is a three time published author and avid speaker at technical conferences across the world. A Michigan State University graduate, Jeff has also been instrumental in improving the software development community in Michigan and beyond. He founded Gravity Works Design & Development during the 2009 recession, which has since grown into one of the country's leading digital agencies. Jeff has led more than a decade of consistent, managed growth and numerous creative accolades, including Addy, W3, Vega, Davey, and PACE awards.

Jeff believes strong relationships are the foundation of any successful business venture, and is committed to fostering those connections both inside and outside the office. As a father and active community member, Jeff knows success isn't just about achieving your own goals: it's about helping others reach theirs. Whether leading a project, volunteering locally, or cheering on his daughters, Jeff is always looking to make a positive impact in the world around him.

Jeff's commitment to helping others achieve their goals is a testament to his leadership, fresh perspectives, and innovative solutions. Join the conversation, and get information about speaking engagements and projects.

Jeff McWherter is a seasoned business leader and tenacious problem solver with over 26 years in the tech industry. He has a deep understanding of the business landscape with a keen ability to navigate complex challenges with creativity and agility. F... Show more

Jovan is a multidisciplinary researcher and management professional working at the intersection of artificial intelligence, business strategy, technology, and ethics. His research examines the organizational and socioeconomic implications of AI automation, with particular focus on algorithmic bias, privacy, governance, sustainable innovation, and the human consequences of technological transformation.

He collaborates with the Serbian Academy of Sciences and Arts and its Mathematical Institute, contributing to discussions that connect theoretical and quantitative approaches to AI with practical business applications. His academic background also includes research in green chemistry, microwave chemistry, analytical methods, and process optimization.

His work combines quantitative analysis, mathematical reasoning, management research, and technological perspectives to examine how organizations can adopt emerging technologies while addressing questions of fairness, accountability, sustainability, and strategic value.

As a speaker and researcher, he focuses on making complex technological and managerial issues accessible while encouraging critical discussion about how organizations should approach the next generation of AI-driven transformation.

Jovan is a multidisciplinary researcher and management professional working at the intersection of artificial intelligence, business strategy, technology, and ethics. His research examines the organizational and socioeconomic implications of AI autom... Show more

Jason Bell is a seasoned machine learning practitioner, author, and strategic advisor with over 17 years of experience bridging theoretical AI concepts and real-world implementation, backed by 36+ years in software. His book, "Machine Learning: Hands On For Developers and Technical Professionals" (Wiley, 2014 and 2020), is required reading at over 35 universities worldwide including Columbia, NYU, and UC San Diego. Jason's practical approach to machine learning has helped organisations across industries leverage AI to drive growth and competitive advantage.

Jason Bell is a seasoned machine learning practitioner, author, and strategic advisor with over 17 years of experience bridging theoretical AI concepts and real-world implementation, backed by 36+ years in software. His book, "Machine Learning: Hands... Show more