I’m an experienced Lead Consultant and Core Banking Solution Expert with a strong focus on core banking systems. Throughout my career, I’ve worked with production systems and ERP solutions, developing a deep understanding of both business and technical perspectives.

I’m passionate about connecting people, processes, and technology to create meaningful change. I believe that empathy and curiosity are among the most important skills an analyst can have — they help me truly understand user needs, build trust, and ask the right questions.

I’m an experienced Lead Consultant and Core Banking Solution Expert with a strong focus on core banking systems. Throughout my career, I’ve worked with production systems and ERP solutions, developing a deep understanding of both business and technic... Show more

Ant Blair is the creator of the Authority Optimization framework and founder of Webspinners - the first black-owned digital marketing firm in Michigan - with two decades of practical experience across major Google algorithm updates. He applies that experience in the age of AI search to turn entity modeling, schema/JSON-LD, and citation workflows into small, measurable engineering experiments. His methods are validated in production, including a documented health-practice case that produced durable revenue and verifiable results.

Ant Blair is the creator of the Authority Optimization framework and founder of Webspinners - the first black-owned digital marketing firm in Michigan - with two decades of practical experience across major Google algorithm updates. He applies that e... Show more

Sr Cloud Architect | AWS Community Builder | AWS New Voices Speaker

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Calypso is a versatile professional with a unique background in theatre, education, and tech. After years of experience in theatre and teaching, Calypso recently transitioned into the tech industry, working with innovative startups where she applies her skills in communication, design, and collaboration to fast-paced, high-growth environments. This blend of creative and technical experience has equipped Calypso with a deep understanding of how to foster constructive feedback, empower teams, and drive continuous improvement. Calypso also thrives on building strong, connected communities. She brings a fresh perspective on collaboration, communication, and community building in both creative and tech spaces.

Calypso is a versatile professional with a unique background in theatre, education, and tech. After years of experience in theatre and teaching, Calypso recently transitioned into the tech industry, working with innovative startups where she applies ... Show more

Meet Niels, a serial founder with two successful exits who has been building companies and empowering innovators throughout the Nordic tech ecosystem. As the founder of Ivy Interactive, he's creating an open-source .NET framework for building internal applications that delivers all the benefits of no-code without its limitations—specifically designed to eliminate security issues with LLM-generated software. He knows firsthand the challenges of transforming vision into viable products and sustainable businesses, bringing practical insights from years of building, scaling, and successfully exiting ventures.

Meet Niels, a serial founder with two successful exits who has been building companies and empowering innovators throughout the Nordic tech ecosystem. As the founder of Ivy Interactive, he's creating an open-source .NET framework for building interna... Show more

Matt leads AI strategy at Point of Rental Software, where he's transforming how thousands of equipment rental businesses operate globally through mobile, fintech, and AI platforms.

Starting his career at 14 building software to pay for school, Matt has consistently worked at technology's bleeding edge: from building one of the first cloud-based web applications in the early 2000s to pioneering mobile-first enterprise solutions. Now he's implementing generative AI not just as a development tool, but as the interface that fundamentally changes how rental businesses interact with their software.

What sets Matt apart is simple: he builds AI for people who don't care about AI. His customers care about equipment uptime, not algorithms. They need faster invoicing, not chatbots. This reality check drives everything from killing features that demo well but fail in the field, to building solutions that work on muddy job sites with spotty internet. He's not interested in what's possible with AI; he's interested in what's useful.

Matt speaks on practical AI implementation, including "From Stuck to Started: Your AI Implementation Guide" with battle-tested strategies that work whether you're on day one or year three of AI adoption, and "Beyond the Band-Aid: Stop Treating AI Like a Feature," revealing why stopping at AI assistants is denial, not innovation. He explores how AI breaks every assumption about how software should work and what happens when you rebuild for this new reality. His sessions blend technical depth with business strategy, delivered with the candor of someone who's shipped products that both flopped spectacularly and scaled globally.

His current focus: building software that acts as a business's central nervous system, anticipating needs rather than waiting for commands. Think less "AI assistant" and more "AI that knows to order parts before equipment breaks."

Matt leads AI strategy at Point of Rental Software, where he's transforming how thousands of equipment rental businesses operate globally through mobile, fintech, and AI platforms. Starting his career at 14 building software to pay for school, Mat... Show more

Daniel Theobald is a visionary leader in robotics, AI, and automation, with decades of experience at the forefront of innovation. With 67 issued patents and over 30 patents pending, Daniel has made significant contributions to shaping the future of intelligent technology.

Daniel achieved a perfect academic record at MIT and was chosen by the faculty as "the student who has achieved the highest academic standing and has exceptional potential for impact on technology and society." He was awarded the prestigious Henry Ford II Scholar award, and was chosen as both an NSF and Hertz Foundation Fellow. Daniel founded Vecna.com in 1998, pioneering advancements in robotics and healthcare access. He later co-founded MassRobotics.org, a non-profit organization driving the global robotics industry, and in 2018, founded VecnaRobotics.com, a global leader in autonomous forklift technology.

Daniel’s work extends beyond healthcare and industrial robotics into sustainable agriculture through TwistedFields.com, a research farm in beautiful San Gregorio, CA which provides free consulting and test space to startups in the agtech space. In 2024 he seed funded Rotate8.com, an amazing farm robotics company that is building multi-purpose solar-powered farming robots that farmers can actually afford.

Daniel does significant pro-bono work. He helps a number of VC firms with technical due diligence, and mentors numerous founders and startups. He provides free consulting to organizations trying to automate. He helps them differentiate robust, scalable solutions from hype, believing that automation project success benefits the industry as a whole. For larger projects, Daniel and his team at Mekable.com provide expert consulting, simulation and automation product/process development to help organizations large and small navigate their automation journey with confidence.

Daniel is a leader on the integration of AI, Robotics, and IoT into society, inspiring audiences to explore the transformative potential of technology to create a sustainable, equitable future.

Daniel Theobald is a visionary leader in robotics, AI, and automation, with decades of experience at the forefront of innovation. With 67 issued patents and over 30 patents pending, Daniel has made significant contributions to shaping the future of i... Show more

Lori Sussle Bonanni founded elssus, a multi-disciplined communications consultancy, to help clients uncover unique stories that engage desired audiences and garner awareness, business results and credibility.

She believes communication is the perfect blend of creativity, innovation and strategy. Through storytelling, Lori turns powerful messages into compelling narratives that resonate with the intended audience.

Lori delivers thought-provoking talks and workshops combining authentic stories, compelling research and actionable takeaways. She speaks about effective and mindful communication, visibility and reputation management.

Her signature topics, tailored for the audience, include:

> Mindful Communication: Who are you unknowingly excluding?
> Cracking the Code: Unearthing a compelling hook
> Modern Leadership: How to lead in a multi-generational workforce

Lori leads talks and workshops for professionals at conferences, within associations, across startups and innovation communities and with corporate teams. Her writing and insights have been featured in Forbes, Nasdaq, Crunchbase and more.

Before founding elssus, Lori held marketing, communication and business development roles at Verizon, NBCUniversal, DDB and Ogilvy Health.

To learn more, visit elssus.com and follow Lori on LinkedIn.

Lori Sussle Bonanni founded elssus, a multi-disciplined communications consultancy, to help clients uncover unique stories that engage desired audiences and garner awareness, business results and credibility. She believes communication is the perf... Show more

Mo Salha is a business developer and strategist at the intersection of Web3, AI, and digital culture. As Head of Business Development and Shareholder at theMiracle.io, he leads partnerships for the first wallet-native perks and rewards infrastructure integrated directly into MetaMask and other top wallets. theMiracle’s AI-powered clustering engine enables projects and brands to reach verified users through real, on-chain engagement, achieving 50–70% CTRs and redefining user acquisition in Web3.

Mo is also the Founder of AXS Agency, a Web3 consultancy guiding global brands like Diesel, Maison Margiela, Jil Sander, and Marni in leveraging blockchain, AI, and digital innovation to enhance brand engagement and community building.

Before entering Web3, Mo studied Automotive Business Specialization at Mercedes-Benz and served as an Area Manager at Vodafone, where he developed his leadership and growth mindset across large-scale retail and operations. His journey from corporate management to decentralized innovation, positions him as a bridge between traditional enterprise and the new era of digital ownership, identity, and loyalty.

Mo Salha is a business developer and strategist at the intersection of Web3, AI, and digital culture. As Head of Business Development and Shareholder at theMiracle.io, he leads partnerships for the first wallet-native perks and rewards infrastructure... 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

Rachel Kang, a Product Manager at Microsoft specializing in .NET MAUI, has spent four years on the .NET MAUI team, starting as a Software Engineer before assuming her current role. Her work is driven by a strong passion for enhancing accessibility in technology.

Rachel Kang, a Product Manager at Microsoft specializing in .NET MAUI, has spent four years on the .NET MAUI team, starting as a Software Engineer before assuming her current role. Her work is driven by a strong passion for enhancing accessibility in... Show more

I recognize the importance of embracing 'Quality Software as Craft' principles.

Crafting software is a multifaceted challenge that demands exceptional talent to address not only problem-solving but also to ensure the software is designed for ease of maintenance and future growth. My experience includes guiding numerous teams in developing well-crafted software solutions and evolving their processes to become high-performing, scalable units.

I am dedicated to elevating developers into cohesive, high-performing teams capable of swiftly delivering top-tier software that meets the evolving needs of clients.

I am also an active speaker and educator, conducting workshops at various global corporations to share insights and strategies for excellence in software development.

I recognize the importance of embracing 'Quality Software as Craft' principles. Crafting software is a multifaceted challenge that demands exceptional talent to address not only problem-solving but also to ensure the software is designed for ease ... Show more

Sneha Singla is an Engineering Director at Salesforce. She has been in the tech industry for 19 years and has worn various hats of a Developer, Technical Lead, Scrum master and currently an Engineering Manager. She is a first-generation immigrant and is passionate about bringing awareness about driving gender diversity through intentional recruiting and mentorship. She interviews mentors engineers inside and outside of Salesforce and is a part of the Deloitte and Salesforce’s Pathfinder program. She is the regional President of the SouthAsiaForce employee resource group at Salesforce where she works to advocate for cultural diversity. She is also one of the co-founders of the Women In Engineering Leadership group at Salesforce that works towards helping women realize their potential in tech. She has led programs and moderated panel discussions at various SouthAsiaForce events. She is a member of the GraceHopper Conference 2020 Career Committee as well.

Sneha Singla is an Engineering Director at Salesforce. She has been in the tech industry for 19 years and has worn various hats of a Developer, Technical Lead, Scrum master and currently an Engineering Manager. She is a first-generation immigrant and... Show more

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Jaz is a product leader and systems thinker exploring how human cognition shapes modern engineering. As Chair of Women in Motion at EROAD, she drives global initiatives that advance equity, innovation, and technical leadership.

Known for transforming complexity into clarity, Jaz mentors emerging product managers and female engineers, helping them lead with confidence and intent. Her work challenges teams to design not just scalable systems, but scalable understanding, building technology that empowers both users and builders.

Jaz is a product leader and systems thinker exploring how human cognition shapes modern engineering. As Chair of Women in Motion at EROAD, she drives global initiatives that advance equity, innovation, and technical leadership. Known for transform... Show more

Ex CEO with over thirty years of international expertise, working at the intersection of AI, Business Agility, and DevOps, I deliver results through consultancy and leadership in strategic transformation and change management. I understand that when Enterprise Agility is done well, it produces growth and profits. My proven, metrics-driven approach combines cultural change, artificial intelligence, and lean agile methodologies to enable business and IT strategies that consistently reduce costs, accelerate time to market, and significantly enhance customer satisfaction.

I've operated at all levels, from senior board to project teams, across diverse sectors, including Financial Services, Banking, Payments, Insurance, FMCG, TV, and Retail. I have applied artificial intelligence applications in software development and testing environments. This extensive experience has honed my expertise in people, processes, and technology, allowing me to craft and execute bespoke change initiatives that deliver results across most industries.

Ex CEO with over thirty years of international expertise, working at the intersection of AI, Business Agility, and DevOps, I deliver results through consultancy and leadership in strategic transformation and change management. I understand that when ... Show more

Maan Musleh is a Solution Architect and the Founder of Miracle Enterprise Solutions Inc., a Microsoft Solutions Partner focused on Dynamics 365 Business Central. With a unique blend of technical depth and functional expertise, Maan has led numerous successful ERP implementations across industries, helping clients modernize their financial systems and scale their operations.

With nearly two decades of hands-on experience, he is known for delivering scalable, future-ready solutions that are both technically sound and tailored to real-world business challenges.

Maan Musleh is a Solution Architect and the Founder of Miracle Enterprise Solutions Inc., a Microsoft Solutions Partner focused on Dynamics 365 Business Central. With a unique blend of technical depth and functional expertise, Maan has led numerous s... Show more

Best known in the community for directing BSLV HireGround & BSidesCharm Hiring Village, Kirsten also co-founded/co-built Car Hacking Village in 2015. After a decade helping run it, she left and joined ICS Village and can be found at many conferences and events throughout the year speaking and volunteering. She settled into technical recruiting after running helpdesks over twenty years ago. She is currently serving as the VP of Talent at SilverEdge - an SAIC Company, and is always open to helping those who reach out - especially transitioning service members and veterans!
Prior Speaking Engagements Include:
DEFCON (101 Panel, Career Hacking Village, ICSV, BTV), ShmooCon (2 FireTalks, 1 FastFurious), (ISC)2 Security Congress, DerbyCon, ToorCon, Veteran's Initiative Summit, IEEE WIE Forum, BSides (LV, DC, Tampa, Charm, SATX, Boston & NOVA), Cyber Maryland, Cyber Montgomery, TMHC IsolationCon, BlacksInCyber, Diana Initiative, Hacker Halted, WiCys, NICE NIST Career Ambassadors Day
Kirsten is a Serial Volunteer at countless endeavors in support of active-duty service members, Vets and job seekers.
Most of you know you can find me at various cons throughout the year.

Best known in the community for directing BSLV HireGround & BSidesCharm Hiring Village, Kirsten also co-founded/co-built Car Hacking Village in 2015. After a decade helping run it, she left and joined ICS Village and can be found at many conferences... Show more

A reference in the world of design and products, creator of La Conf Qui Tue Le Game, responsible for the rise in maturity of user and product-centered culture at France Télévisions for 10 years, National Director of Product and Design practices at eXalt (200 Product and Design people) since June 2024.

Since the success of his Human After All conference (closing keynote at UX Conf 2023, attended by 600+ participants, followed by 5 performances across France for a total audience of over 2500), which drew a parallel between the career of the legendary duo Daft Punk and our ethical relationship with the AI and robotics revolution, Michael Baeyens 'Mitch' has become a key speaker, Michael Baeyens 'Mitch' has mastered the art of storytelling, and knows how to bring his audience along with a very personal touch made up of a skilful blend of sharp eyes, humor, personal anecdotes and pop culture. His know-how, at the convergence of strategic planning, design steering and product expertise, makes him an unmissable speaker. Success guaranteed.

A reference in the world of design and products, creator of La Conf Qui Tue Le Game, responsible for the rise in maturity of user and product-centered culture at France Télévisions for 10 years, National Director of Product and Design practices at eX... Show more

Stacie Bacon is a Team Leader in Technology at Rocket Mortgage, the nation's largest mortgage lender, which is based in Detroit, Michigan. She spent the first part of her 18+ year career writing software for various industries, including telephony and internet communications. While facilitating courses at a local college, Stacie realized her love for mentoring and educating others outweighed the joy she received resolving git merges or converting legacy systems into microservices as a developer. Thus, she reinvented herself as a technology leader. Today, she speaks around the country sharing her personal journey from programmer to servant leader and inspiring others to reinvent themselves. In a past life, Stacie wrote, directed, and helped produce a TV show pilot and hopes one day to make it to the big screen. You can follow her on Twitter @StacieBacon.

Stacie Bacon is a Team Leader in Technology at Rocket Mortgage, the nation's largest mortgage lender, which is based in Detroit, Michigan. She spent the first part of her 18+ year career writing software for various industries, including telephony an... Show more

Innovation, Strategy, and Agility Consultant with 15 years of experience driving organizational and agile transformations across industries, service areas, and teams in over 15 countries.

A recognized trainer and facilitator, I have helped develop thousands of professionals in high-performance leadership, design thinking, agile principles and practices, continuous improvement, Kanban, flow metrics, and customer experience.

As a specialist in performance indicators and business metrics, I have extensive experience implementing KPIs, Balanced Scorecard (BSC), and OKRs, enabling teams to reach new performance levels through data-driven decision-making.

Passionate about mentoring and coaching, I support teams and individuals in open innovation, business agility, agile high-performance teams, continuous improvement, performance management, and value stream optimization.

A community leader and event organizer, I have played key roles in Agile Brazil, Agile Coach Camp, Caipira Ágil, Agile Beer, and Agile Campinas, bringing practitioners together to share knowledge and advance agility. As a speaker and facilitator, I have contributed to global conferences, fostering collaboration and practical learning.

Currently serving as Executive Director at Agile Alliance Brazil, I am dedicated to expanding agile practices and mindset by supporting communities and industry events nationwide.

Innovation, Strategy, and Agility Consultant with 15 years of experience driving organizational and agile transformations across industries, service areas, and teams in over 15 countries. A recognized trainer and facilitator, I have helped develop... Show more

Alyssa Birnbaum, Ph.D., understands the value of building stronger connections and relationships with colleagues - how it's more than a feel-good soft skill, but a crucial driver in organizations - and brings in her proprietary research findings, creative exercises, and lively energy to help employees connect better at work.

As an organizational psychologist and founder of Teal Elephant, Alyssa blends her research expertise and real-world experience to showcase the science of connections at work. She offers simple, concrete strategies that employees and leaders can implement to immediately alter the way they interact with colleagues, clients, subordinates and superiors. Her work spans both in-person and remote/hybrid teams, with different recommendations for each.

Her TEDx talk was featured on TED.com and on the Ted Radio Hour podcast. Her talk on building stronger workplace connections has helped hundreds of thousands of professionals foster authentic relationships in both remote and in-person environments.

With a Ph.D. in Positive Organizational Psychology and partnerships spanning Fortune 500 companies (Accenture, Johnson & Johnson) to innovative startups, she brings both academic rigor and real-world impact to every presentation. Her signature blend of data-driven insights and genuine warmth creates an experience that's as engaging as it is actionable.

Her speaking topics range from building strong connections to AI adoption and change management, burnout prevention/wellbeing, and cultivating family-building friendly workplaces, all grounded in positive psychology and delivered with infectious enthusiasm. She tailors her talks to align with your mission/goals, and offers take-home resources and material to create a lasting impression. She also offers options to survey participants before and/or after the talk to create richer/more tailored content and measure perceptions over time.

Book Alyssa when you want your audience to feel genuinely heard, leave with practical tools, and walk away energized about creating workplaces where people don't just survive—they truly thrive.

Alyssa Birnbaum, Ph.D., understands the value of building stronger connections and relationships with colleagues - how it's more than a feel-good soft skill, but a crucial driver in organizations - and brings in her proprietary research findings, cre... Show more

Nathalie Kyriakou is a marketing and communications leader with over 20 years of experience turning ideas into meaningful impact. She has built her career across technology, finance, and consumer goods, always guided by the belief in making a difference in people’s lives. As Vice President of Marketing and Communications at Nolos, she leads strategies that protect families, simplify legal and financial services, and make vital tools more accessible. Beyond her professional responsibilities, she is committed to community involvement, supporting initiatives that strengthen families, promote education, and provide access to essential services.

Born in Beirut and raised in a trilingual household speaking English, French, and Arabic, Nathalie grew up in a culturally diverse environment that helped her connect with people from different backgrounds. This ability to relate to others has been an important part of her success in marketing and communications.

After earning her Bachelor of Business Administration from HEC Montréal, Nathalie began her career in 2004 as Marketing and Communications Manager at Groupe Deschênes. In this role, she learned how to shape a brand’s voice, build its reputation, and ensure marketing strategies supported business objectives.

In 2010, she joined Rogers Communications in Montreal as a Senior Marketing Specialist, working on acquisition and retention campaigns for consumer services. This position strengthened her skills in campaign execution, media planning, and creative storytelling. By 2013, she became Marketing and Digital Manager at Beiersdorf, the company behind Nivea. She was responsible for national advertising campaigns, public relations efforts, and brand ambassador programs, using digital channels to boost brand visibility and awareness in the Canadian market.

In 2015, Nathalie moved into financial services as a Financial Mortgage Advisor at La Capitale, now Beneva. Over the next five years, she guided clients through important financial decisions with honesty and clarity. Her dedication to client care earned her recognition as one of the Top Financial Mortgage Performers for three consecutive years and one of the Top Mortgage Sales Performers for two straight years. She focused on building lasting relationships, ensuring each client felt informed, supported, and confident in their decisions.

In March 2022, Nathalie joined Nolos, a LegalTech and FinTech company based in Montreal, as Vice President of Marketing and Communications. Nolos is dedicated to making legal and financial services more accessible, affordable, and easy to understand, particularly for families in Quebec. Nathalie oversees brand strategy, positioning, and communications, ensuring that the company’s voice reflects its mission and values. She leads marketing campaigns for services such as digital wills, estate planning, and financial tools, initiatives designed to educate and empower people to protect their families, homes, and assets.

Her approach to leadership is built on giving back and making a positive difference. She believes legal wills and financial planning are essential for protecting loved ones and that these topics should be communicated clearly and without unnecessary complexity. Fluent in English, French, and Arabic, she can connect with Quebec’s diverse communities, helping to share Nolos’s message of accessibility, education, and empowerment.

Nathalie’s career achievements have been recognized at every stage. At La Capitale (now Beneva), she received awards for being among the top performers in financial mortgage sales for two consecutive years and in financial mortgage performance for three consecutive years. She has contributed to national marketing campaigns for major brands such as Nivea and Rogers, blending creativity with measurable results. At Nolos, her leadership has shaped a brand identity based on clarity, trust, and relevance, positioning the company as a leader in accessible legal and financial services for Quebec families.

Outside of her corporate role, Nathalie is actively involved in her community and church, helping people access resources that protect their families and prepare for the future. She values kindness, connection, and the importance of family, striving to make a difference in the lives of those around her.

Her personal life centers on her family, who inspire her in both her work and personal journey. She enjoys traveling, swimming, sailing, and reading, especially books on leadership, branding, and personal growth. For Nathalie, life is about meaningful connections, shared experiences, and appreciating both significant milestones and everyday moments with the people who matter most.

Nathalie Kyriakou is a marketing and communications leader with over 20 years of experience turning ideas into meaningful impact. She has built her career across technology, finance, and consumer goods, always guided by the belief in making a differe... Show more

Dennis Hoffstädte ist Gründer und Geschäftsführer der DatenPioniere. Er versteht sich als Impulsgeber für analytische Themen und begleitet Unternehmen bei der Einführung von BI-Plattformen. Selbstbezeichnend als „The Plumber of Data Analytics“ ist er auch Gründer der exklusiven Community „How2SurvivePowerBI“.

Dennis Hoffstädte ist Gründer und Geschäftsführer der DatenPioniere. Er versteht sich als Impulsgeber für analytische Themen und begleitet Unternehmen bei der Einführung von BI-Plattformen. Selbstbezeichnend als „The Plumber of Data Analytics“ ist er... Show more

Randy NG is an operations specialist who develops structured sports programs and manages compliant seafood import operations. Based in Flushing, NY, he combines hands-on experience in event coordination with a detailed understanding of international trade and regulatory standards. His work focuses on creating organized systems and automation frameworks that promote efficiency, clear communication, and reliable results in every area of his professional responsibilities.

He began his professional journey managing alum programming at his alma mater, where he planned and executed large-scale university events such as homecomings, award galas, themed dinners, and fireworks celebrations. These responsibilities gave him experience in logistics, scheduling, stakeholder coordination, and contingency planning. Through these early projects, he learned to manage multiple priorities precisely and build the foundation for process-driven operations that could adapt to change while maintaining consistency.

After his time in higher education, he transitioned into international sales within the health and wellness industry. He focused on market expansion across Asia, where he created regional strategies and tailored product messaging to comply with local regulations and meet customer preferences. This experience gave him a broader perspective on global operations, compliance management, and cross-cultural communication.

Over the years, he has been central in developing and managing event-related programs across multiple facilities. He works with instructors and staff to translate technical concepts into structured, easy-to-understand formats that enhance learning and participation. His approach involves building comprehensive event schedules, communication plans, and operational templates that maintain organization and efficiency. Each plan includes contingency structures to ensure smooth transitions and successful completion of programs under varying conditions.

He manages event operations with attention to fairness, communication, and transparency. By establishing structured leveling systems and integrating performance tracking, he ensures consistency across programs. He also uses digital booking tools, membership management, and scheduling to streamline communication between participants and staff. This combination of technology and structured management supports scalability and reliability.

Automation is a core element of his work. He utilizes tools such as Brevo (formerly Sendinblue), Zapier, Shopify, and Google Workspace to automate tasks like confirmations, reminders, surveys, and follow-up communications. For instance, a Shopify registration may trigger automated emails and updates that guide participants from enrollment to post-event review. This process reduces manual effort and ensures accurate, timely communication.

Beyond event management, he oversees seafood import operations, emphasizing compliance, traceability, and efficiency. His responsibilities include vendor selection, purchase order management, shipment tracking, customs clearance, and final delivery. He specializes in value-added shrimp products such as EZ-Peel, Peeled & Deveined (tail-on and tail-off), and 6×4-lb commercial pack styles. He ensures all products meet strict specifications regarding size, net weight, and packaging consistency.

He maintains detailed traceability records for every shipment, documenting origin and processing history to comply with food safety and import regulations. He collaborates with warehouse teams to manage temperature-controlled logistics and quality checks upon arrival. His processes align with Seafood HACCP and FDA import requirements, resulting in accurate and review-ready documentation for customs. He also works with licensed customs brokers to coordinate smooth shipment clearance and maintain compliance accuracy.

His marketing operations reflect the same structured, process-oriented approach. He manages digital platforms such as Instagram through organized content calendars, consistent branding, and real-time updates from events and shipments. His deliverables include reels, captions, and visual content that support brand credibility and engagement.

Randy NG is an operations specialist who develops structured sports programs and manages compliant seafood import operations. Based in Flushing, NY, he combines hands-on experience in event coordination with a detailed understanding of international ... Show more

Chelsea Clarke is a content creator, investor, and the founder of HerPaperRoute, a digital media company. She also founded Niche Investor, a creator platform that connects website sellers with buyers and investors. But before that, she was a broke twenty-something bartender during the ’08 recession, secretly living in an office building while building a startup. Nowadays, Chelsea empowers her community of over 100,000 goal-driven women, helping them build, scale, and sell online businesses. Hustle-culture? No thank you. She’s all about building lifestyle-freeing, digital businesses that can be run asynchronously, and without a team. Openly sharing growth strategies, mindset shifts, and habits for thriving in the creator economy is her kind of thing. Home improvement is her other thing… Chelsea is currently renovating her house, and funding it 100% from the creator economy (a far cry from the office-living days). Her debut book Glow Up Yourself is the reinvention playbook for rebellious women building wealth, habits, and confidence in life and business. It's a heartfelt, hilarious guide to rebranding after failure, rewriting your story, and redefining success...even if you don’t have a degree, a trust fund, a following, a sugar daddy, or a trad wife!

Chelsea Clarke is a content creator, investor, and the founder of HerPaperRoute, a digital media company. She also founded Niche Investor, a creator platform that connects website sellers with buyers and investors. But before that, she was a broke tw... Show more

John Volturo is an executive coach, leadership strategist, and sought-after speaker who helps leaders and organizations thrive in complex, fast-changing environments. A former global Chief Marketing Officer who drove more than $1.5 billion in revenue across multiple sectors, John brings the real-world perspective of a C-suite leader to every stage and workshop he leads.

As President of the International Coaching Federation Los Angeles and a Partner at Evolution, John has coached and developed hundreds of executives who’ve advanced to CEO, CMO, COO, and other senior roles at Microsoft, IBM, Twitter, Credit Karma, Slack, Abercrombie & Fitch, and Match Group.

John’s signature Prove Nothing™ Framework—rooted in neuroscience, vertical development, and his personal story of surviving a brain tumor—helps leaders shed outdated patterns, own their impact, and build cultures of trust and belonging.

His keynotes and workshops are known for being interactive, thought-provoking, and immediately actionable. His most popular talks include Leading Strategically in a Rapidly Changing Environment and Effective Decision Making Under Pressure, as well as Embracing Conflict to Innovate. John has been featured in Diversity Woman (cover story), DiversityComm, and Bold Journey, and has appeared on podcasts including Crafting Solutions to Conflict, Authenticity with John Volturo, and Scaling CEO with Glenn Gow.

His upcoming book, The Prove Nothing Framework: Leadership Lessons from My Brain Tumor, blends memoir and leadership insight to inspire audiences to redefine success and come home to themselves.

John Volturo is an executive coach, leadership strategist, and sought-after speaker who helps leaders and organizations thrive in complex, fast-changing environments. A former global Chief Marketing Officer who drove more than $1.5 billion in revenue... Show more

Tracy Evans is a Partner at Open Strategy Partners, where she uses her deep background in marketing and business to give organizations the strategic tools to communicate the value of what they do to the people who need to hear it. Tracy has an MBA from the Mannheim Business School and more than 12 years of strategic marketing, technology, and management experience, helping organizations connect their value propositions to their target audiences.

Tracy Evans is a Partner at Open Strategy Partners, where she uses her deep background in marketing and business to give organizations the strategic tools to communicate the value of what they do to the people who need to hear it. Tracy has an MBA fr... Show more

Phil Ledgerwood’s resumé looks like seven other people’s resumés stitched together. He has baked bagels, guarded Clint Black’s town home, cooked for a gourmet food shop, freed stuck college students from elevators, managed printing plates for packaging, and served as a linguist in the Air Force. He taught himself HTML when the Netscape browser was still a thing, and the rest is history.

Phil is a twenty-year veteran of the software development industry in the Kansas City area. If you’re in the Kansas City area, he is two degrees of separation away from any programmer you know and has probably worked for, at, or with your company.

When the agile movement hit town, Phil knew a good thing when he saw it and became an early adopter of first wave agile practices. He has used these practices to ideate, build, and complete software projects ranging from loan forecasting to routing irrigation trucks to managing pharmacies to predictive lead generation to selling teddy bears. When people ask what vertical his company serves, he says, “Yours.”

Phil has incorporated Lean methodologies into software development just like his father used to do in manufacturing. When he partnered with Travis Dietz to start Integrity Inspired Solutions in 2012, they laid the foundation in Lean to make the custom software development enterprise more humane, predictable, and focused on the success of everyone involved.

A regular speaker at developer, Lean, and Agile conferences, Phil has a passion for taking his company’s ways to other companies whether they create software or not. He loves to see them transform from a collection of interactions riddled with disappointments and broken promises to team-oriented relational companies enjoying newfound trust, joy, efficiency, and success. Several companies from all over the world in all different industries contract Phil to help coach them through their own journeys. He also hosts the successful "Agile Bites" podcast.

When he’s not helping project managers learn predictive metrics or helping developers write customer-focused features, he’s enjoying a wide array of highly geeky hobbies including fantasy and sci-fi novels, gaming, and teaching Filipino stick fighting. His main hobby is making the world a better place for everyone who has to share the planet with him, and the engine for that is love.

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