Elizabeth Orji is a distinguished senior technology strategist, AI project director, and digital governance expert operating at the vital intersection of emerging technology, ethical policy, and industrial transformation. As the Executive Director of the Global Network for Cyber Solutions (GNC), Chief Operating Officer of the Nigeria Forum for AI Governance (NFAIG), and the Senior AI Associate and Project Management Lead for the AI for Social Impact & Development (AI4SID) initiative, she dedicates her career to engineering scalable, sovereign technological frameworks that drive sustainable economic and societal development.

With a robust technical foundation rooted in an MSc in Computer Science and an academic trajectory navigating AI and Robotics, Elizabeth brings a deeply practical, field-tested perspective to the global tech stage. Her multifaceted expertise spans big data architectures, agentic workflows, and decentralized systems. She serves as an AI Subject Matter Expert for General Assembly and a guest lecturer at the SAE Institute, where she shapes the next generation of technical leaders.

A steadfast champion for inclusive innovation, Elizabeth sits on the Influence Board of the British Computer Society (BCS) and actively leads pioneering frameworks for ethical AI governance. Her work centers on moving emerging tech ecosystems from passive consumption to active creation—fostering data dignity, digital infrastructure autonomy, and collaborative development frameworks built to empower local communities.

An accomplished speaker, international tech judge, and ecosystem architect, Elizabeth routinely delivers thought-provoking keynotes that bridge the gap between complex technological theory and real-world, high-impact execution.

Elizabeth Orji is a distinguished senior technology strategist, AI project director, and digital governance expert operating at the vital intersection of emerging technology, ethical policy, and industrial transformation. As the Executive Director of... Show more

Daniel is the Chief Architect for Developer and Cloud Infrastructure Platforms at Mercedes-Benz Group AG.
In recent years, he has worked and led platform and infrastructure topics and enabled product teams to have an easily accessible runtime
environment.
Besides that, he invests a lot in cultural topics, like engineering development programs, standardised engineering hiring processes
and on community building efforts.
Additionally, he has multiple years of experience designing and developing backend and frontend applications across different technology stacks.
Before joining the corporate world, he co-founded two startups and worked mostly in the financial services sector as a software
engineer.

Daniel is the Chief Architect for Developer and Cloud Infrastructure Platforms at Mercedes-Benz Group AG. In recent years, he has worked and led platform and infrastructure topics and enabled product teams to have an easily accessible runtime envir... Show more

Dr. Amy Gutman, MD, FACEP, is a board-certified emergency physician, global keynote speaker, best-selling author, and executive performance coach helping leaders optimize the biology behind high performance. Founder of ToughLoveMD and author of the best-seller "Powerhouse Living: Lead Your Life Like a Resuscitation", Dr. Gutman teaches organizations how sleep, stress, metabolism, recovery, and cognitive load drive decision quality, resilience, retention, and results. A keynote favorite across healthcare, technology, cybersecurity, business, and leadership events, she consistently earns outstanding feedback from attendees and organizers for her high-energy, science-backed, conference-favorite sessions that leave audiences thinking differently — with immediately actionable personal and professional impacts. Her mission is simple: most leadership development treats performance as a mindset problem. She treats it as a biological operating system. Using her Cellular Leadership and Powerhouse Physiology frameworks, Dr. Gutman turns emergency medicine, executive leadership, and human performance science into practical strategies for clearer decisions, faster recovery, stronger teams, and sustained high performance.

Dr. Amy Gutman, MD, FACEP, is a board-certified emergency physician, global keynote speaker, best-selling author, and executive performance coach helping leaders optimize the biology behind high performance. Founder of ToughLoveMD and author of the b... Show more

Data Science Leader with extensive experience in AI and MLOps, currently serving as the CTO at Infinitii AI. He has a strong background in team leadership, product innovation, and building scalable data-driven solutions. Piotr is passionate about using AI to solve real-world problems, particularly in time-series analysis. He is an advocate for Agile methodologies and MLOps practices, and has spoken at conferences about these topics.

Data Science Leader with extensive experience in AI and MLOps, currently serving as the CTO at Infinitii AI. He has a strong background in team leadership, product innovation, and building scalable data-driven solutions. Piotr is passionate about usi... Show more

Prof. Dr. Julian Langenhagen ist Professor für Digital Management und Media Entrepreneurship an der Hochschule der Medien Stuttgart. Sein Schwerpunkt liegt auf innovativen, praxisnahen Lehr-Lern-Formaten, insbesondere auf Gamification und der Gestaltung erfahrungsorientierter Konzepte in stark strukturierten Grundlagenfächern.

Prof. Dr. Julian Langenhagen ist Professor für Digital Management und Media Entrepreneurship an der Hochschule der Medien Stuttgart. Sein Schwerpunkt liegt auf innovativen, praxisnahen Lehr-Lern-Formaten, insbesondere auf Gamification und der Gestalt... Show more

Mousaab Khaldi is a leadership coach, author,
and entrepreneur based in Germany. He is the
creator of the '4 Interior Empires' framework,
a neuroscience-backed methodology used by
executives and founders to achieve sustainable
leadership transformation.

With over 10 years of entrepreneurial experience,
Mousaab specializes in helping high-achieving
leaders break through burnout and lead with
clarity, confidence, and authentic authority.

My book '4 Empires, 12 days to unlock Leadership'
is a practical 12-day program designed to
transform leadership from the inside out.

Mousaab Khaldi is a leadership coach, author, and entrepreneur based in Germany. He is the creator of the '4 Interior Empires' framework, a neuroscience-backed methodology used by executives and founders to achieve sustainable leadership tr... Show more

AI ERP Solution Architect at Cegeka specializing in Pharma & Medtech industry solutions with a focus on AI and Dynamics 365 Finance & Supply Chain Management.

AI ERP Solution Architect at Cegeka specializing in Pharma & Medtech industry solutions with a focus on AI and Dynamics 365 Finance & Supply Chain Management. Show more

I am a seasoned AI Engineer & Data Strategist, blending expertise in AI, cloud computing, and data analytics to deliver impactful solutions. With certifications in Microsoft Azure AI Engineering (AI-900 & AI-102), I excel in developing intelligent systems that drive business efficiency and innovation.

An accomplished global speaker, I have presented at prominent AI and cloud technology events, including the Global AI Bootcamp, sharing insights on AI-powered transformations and cloud solutions. Beyond speaking, I have trained professionals from leading organizations like Accenture, Avanade, and TCS, specializing in Microsoft Azure, Copilot Studio, and Sentinel.

Currently, I am pursuing my aspiration as a Data Scientist, leveraging advanced analytics and machine learning to uncover actionable insights. Passionate about mentoring the next generation, I have collaborated with institutions like the ICT Academy and Sona College of Technology to empower aspiring tech professionals.

My contributions also extend to research, having published a paper on AI-enhanced mental healthcare, showcasing my dedication to harnessing technology for societal benefit. My expertise, combined with a vision for innovation, makes me a sought-after speaker and mentor in the tech community.

I am a seasoned AI Engineer & Data Strategist, blending expertise in AI, cloud computing, and data analytics to deliver impactful solutions. With certifications in Microsoft Azure AI Engineering (AI-900 & AI-102), I excel in developing intelligent sy... Show more

I am a software engineer focused on building and scaling production-grade digital systems. My work spans designing, deploying, and maintaining high-performance applications with an emphasis on reliability, scalability, and real-world impact.

I have hands-on experience implementing AI-driven solutions and architecting backend systems that move from prototype to production. I’m particularly interested in building intelligent systems that deliver measurable business value while remaining cost-efficient and resilient.

Beyond my core engineering work, I actively share insights on practical AI implementation, system design, and emerging technologies, contributing to conversations around building production-ready solutions in fast-growing markets.

Outside of technology, I am passionate about physical wellness and discipline, which I believe directly translates into consistency and high-performance in engineering practice.

I am a software engineer focused on building and scaling production-grade digital systems. My work spans designing, deploying, and maintaining high-performance applications with an emphasis on reliability, scalability, and real-world impact. I hav... Show more

Alejandro Araujo Rajzner is a Telecommunications Engineer, Microsoft Certified Trainer, and Azure AI Architect who has spent the last several years doing one thing: making AI actually work in the real world — securely, responsibly, and at scale.
He coaches Microsoft employees and top global partners on data, AI, and Copilot at L200 through L400 in collaboration with lab providers including Technofocus, Skillable, and Spektra Labs. He has presented at the Microsoft AI Tour, the North America MCT Summit in Redmond, and community events across Europe, the Middle East, and Asia.
He is also the founder of GDO Health GmbH, a Swiss health tech startup using privacy-preserving generative AI to expand mental health access for Spanish-speaking populations — built with clinical partners, Swiss data residency, and zero tolerance for shortcuts.
His current obsession: helping organizations move from AI experimentation to agent-first operating models that hold up under scrutiny. He serves on the AI Certs Advisory Board and spends a lot of time thinking about who is liable when the agent gets it wrong.

Alejandro Araujo Rajzner is a Telecommunications Engineer, Microsoft Certified Trainer, and Azure AI Architect who has spent the last several years doing one thing: making AI actually work in the real world — securely, responsibly, and at scale. He ... Show more

Marcin Zajkowski's journey with Umbraco (.NET, Open Source) began back in 2008 while he was doing an internship in Microsoft. Today he works with the leading UK/Worldwide Umbraco Gold Partner - Novicell - as Senior Solution Architect and Country Manager in Poland. Marcin is also responsible for organizing Umbraco PL Festival as well as the Poland Umbraco Meetup group + together with his colleague Callum Whyte, he is hosting umbraCoffee LIVE on YouTube, where they're chatting about what happened in the community / Umbraco in each following week.

Besides Umbraco, Marcin is also a co-owner and CTO/CKO in a programming school for children - WOW School - where he is also teaching young minds how to code (Umbraco included! ;)).

Marcin Zajkowski's journey with Umbraco (.NET, Open Source) began back in 2008 while he was doing an internship in Microsoft. Today he works with the leading UK/Worldwide Umbraco Gold Partner - Novicell - as Senior Solution Architect and Country Mana... Show more

Nina Malakhova is a product and rollout leader specializing in large-scale digital transformations across international markets. At Capgemini, she led CRM rollouts for enterprise clients across European markets, coordinating cross-functional teams and aligning global business units with engineering delivery.
As Product Owner and Solution Architect, she built scalable template solutions deployed across 150+ markets. An MBA graduate of WHU with a focus on leadership and strategy, Nina combines systems thinking, stakeholder management, and unconventional facilitation to reduce friction in complex technical environments. She speaks on communication architecture, rollout strategy, and scaling alignment under pressure.

Nina Malakhova is a product and rollout leader specializing in large-scale digital transformations across international markets. At Capgemini, she led CRM rollouts for enterprise clients across European markets, coordinating cross-functional teams an... Show more

Tabbi Kinion transforms overwhelmed, newly minted managers into confident leaders through interactive leadership development training and coaching. Drawing from over two decades of hands-on leadership experience, she delivers practical experiences that unlock potential through powerful conversations and exercises rather than one-size-fits-all solutions.

Tabbi serves as faculty for the Arkansas Public Administration Consortium's Certified Public Manager program at the University of Arkansas at Little Rock and is a National Faculty Member for the Association of Fish and Wildlife Agencies Management Assistance Team, helping leaders across sectors create cohesive, high-impact teams without burning out.

Before launching her training and coaching practice in 2024, Tabbi served as Education Division Chief for the Arkansas Game and Fish Commission from 2018-2023, leading 80+ staff across multiple facilities and programs, following 13 years as Colorado Parks and Wildlife's Statewide Education Coordinator. Her approach combines real-world leadership expertise with academic excellence, including her Certified Public Manager certification, a Master's of Arts in Biology from Miami University, and a Bachelor's in Natural Resources Management from Colorado State University.

Tabbi Kinion transforms overwhelmed, newly minted managers into confident leaders through interactive leadership development training and coaching. Drawing from over two decades of hands-on leadership experience, she delivers practical experiences th... Show more

Layshi Curbelo is a user experience designer specializing in digital accessibility, with a focus on creating inclusive solutions with high return on investment (ROI). She holds a Bachelor's degree in Advertising, a Master's degree in Education with a specialization in Instructional Design, and certifications in User Experience.

She is the CEO of Command Z Studio and the Command Z podcast, where she explores trends and challenges in design. Additionally, she produces other design-focused podcasts, including Design Tracks from Design Matters and If U Seek from the company Useberry. She is also the CTO and Co-Founder of Yestoday, an innovative software that blends creativity and functionality for entrepreneurs and creatives, ensuring that technology transforms ideas into tangible realities.

With over a decade of experience, Layshi has worked on international projects and has been a speaker at prestigious events such as Design Matters, South by Southwest, Interaction Foundation, and the 2020 Ibero-American Biennial, where she was a finalist. She has created educational materials used in more than 16 countries and has spoken at over 30 international conferences. Her commitment is to make every digital experience accessible and effective, changing the world one pixel at a time.

Layshi Curbelo is a user experience designer specializing in digital accessibility, with a focus on creating inclusive solutions with high return on investment (ROI). She holds a Bachelor's degree in Advertising, a Master's degree in Education with a... Show more

Cassie Crossley is the Co-Founder and CEO of the AI cybersecurity company VulNow, focused on software and supply chain vulnerability intelligence. A global leader in technology and risk management, she has more than 25 years of experience driving innovation and resilience across critical infrastructure, manufacturing, and technology sectors.
Previously Vice President of Supply Chain Security at Schneider Electric, Cassie established one of the industry’s most comprehensive supplier cybersecurity programs and helped shape global standards for software supply chain assurance. She is the author of “Software Supply Chain Security: Securing the End-to-End Supply Chain for Software, Firmware, and Hardware” (O’Reilly Media) and a recognized authority on operational resilience, transparency, and cyber risk governance. Her leadership and advocacy continue to influence how organizations worldwide secure the digital ecosystems they depend on.

Cassie Crossley is the Co-Founder and CEO of the AI cybersecurity company VulNow, focused on software and supply chain vulnerability intelligence. A global leader in technology and risk management, she has more than 25 years of experience driving inn... Show more

Rishabh Banga is an AI Product Leader focused on building production-grade AI systems across marketplaces, trust platforms, and ML-driven discovery. With 7+ years of experience, he has led 0→1 AI products generating $1M+ ARR and improving activation (20→31%) through ranking, experimentation, and governance systems.

Driven by a long-standing interest in bridging hardware and software - From drone logistics to AI platforms - Rishabh focuses on turning cutting-edge AI into reliable, scalable systems that work beyond demos.

Rishabh Banga is an AI Product Leader focused on building production-grade AI systems across marketplaces, trust platforms, and ML-driven discovery. With 7+ years of experience, he has led 0→1 AI products generating $1M+ ARR and improving activation ... Show more

The Reinvention Advantage: Unlocking Potential in People and Organizations

Hani Kafoury is a speaker, psychologist, executive coach, and former senior business leader who helps individuals, leaders, and organizations build resilience, navigate change, and unlock their potential.

After more than 30 years in senior leadership roles within multinational organizations, Hani became a licensed psychologist in his 50s and recently completed a doctoral dissertation examining the determinants of psychological resilience in business leaders during times of adversity and major change. This unique combination of executive leadership experience, psychological expertise, and doctoral-level research enables him to bridge the gap between leadership theory and the realities leaders face every day.

Over the course of his career, Hani has coached hundreds of leaders—from frontline supervisors to senior executives—across sectors including telecommunications, automotive, manufacturing, pharmaceuticals, technology, and paper products. His clients include Bell Canada, Ericsson, Ford of Canada, Cascades, TELUS Health, Bristol Myers Squibb, Janssen Pharma, Merck Canada, Otsuka Pharma, Genome Québec, BDC Capital, and Kronos Canada.

A passionate advocate for lifelong growth and reinvention, Hani's message is grounded not only in research and professional experience, but also in lived experience. He has run several marathons, climbed Mount Kilimanjaro and produced a documentary about the experience that was nominated at several independent film festivals, completed a full IRONMAN triathlon and a Spartan obstacle race, built a second career as a psychologist, and completed a doctoral dissertation in his 60s.

A contributor to the Montreal Gazette and industry publications, and a television guest on the topics of mindfulness and wellbeing, Hani is known for his dynamic presence, compelling storytelling, and ability to translate complex ideas into practical action.

Through his presentations, audiences gain evidence-based strategies to strengthen resilience, adapt successfully to change, enhance wellbeing, and lead with greater confidence, clarity, and purpose.

His message is simple:

Become What You Must.
 

The Reinvention Advantage: Unlocking Potential in People and Organizations Hani Kafoury is a speaker, psychologist, executive coach, and former senior business leader who helps individuals, leaders, and organizations build resilience, navigate cha... Show more

Shalvi is the founder of Healthengine (healthengine.us), an AI-based PCOS detection system building the infrastructure of women's health, and a Senior Product Manager at Amazon.
She has judged several hackathons, including UC Berkeley's Calhacks 2024 and other Google-sponsored events.

Shalvi is the founder of Healthengine (healthengine.us), an AI-based PCOS detection system building the infrastructure of women's health, and a Senior Product Manager at Amazon. She has judged several hackathons, including UC Berkeley's Calhacks 202... Show more

Brian Fletcher is a seasoned technology executive and co-founder of FM, where he's betting that AI-assisted development can make software faster, smarter, and a lot more interesting. Over two decades leading engineering teams at global agencies and consultancies, he has delivered digital platforms and products for Google, CNN, Aon, and Lowe's, across healthcare, government, telecom, and most other industry verticals.

In 2024, Brian stood on a SXSW stage and made a claim that sounded like science fiction: interfaces that build themselves in real time, reshaping around each user as they go. A year later, the fiction is catching up. At Render, he checks back in on Realtime Generative UIs to ask what's actually working, what's still hard, and how designers and developers can start building experiences that break free of the static template.

Brian Fletcher is a seasoned technology executive and co-founder of FM, where he's betting that AI-assisted development can make software faster, smarter, and a lot more interesting. Over two decades leading engineering teams at global agencies and c... Show more

Michelle is an operating model and culture strategist who specializes in fixing the human problems that slow engineering teams down. With fourteen years in IT, she cuts through noise, rebuilds communication patterns, and designs operating models that hold up under pressure. Her work sits at the intersection of DevOps, trust, and the conversations that decide whether teams thrive or break.

Michelle is an operating model and culture strategist who specializes in fixing the human problems that slow engineering teams down. With fourteen years in IT, she cuts through noise, rebuilds communication patterns, and designs operating models that... Show more

I am a UX design leader and product strategist with a decade of experience in creating user-centric digital solutions. Currently, I work as a product design leader focusing on enterprise design for Cisco. My expertise lies in scaling design systems, leading cross-functional teams, and driving business impact through innovative UX strategies.

I’ve had the privilege of speaking at global conferences like UXDX and NFT.London, where I share insights on blending creativity, research, and technology to deliver impactful results. My experience also includes leveraging design and AI to drive sustainable practices through in-depth research, usability testing, and exploring how design influences user decisions toward eco-friendly outcomes. Additionally, I’m passionate about mentoring emerging designers at premier institutions, helping them shape the future of user-centered design.

I am a UX design leader and product strategist with a decade of experience in creating user-centric digital solutions. Currently, I work as a product design leader focusing on enterprise design for Cisco. My expertise lies in scaling design systems, ... Show more

Bevan has been working in, and with, agile teams since 2009 and is currently an Enterprise Agile Coach at Old Mutual. He has worked as a Software Engineer, Scrum Master, Development Manager and Head of Mobile before shifting to full-time Agile Coaching in 2018. He is passionate about coaching, enabling and leading people to do their best work, focussing on personal, career and organizational growth.

Bevan has been working in, and with, agile teams since 2009 and is currently an Enterprise Agile Coach at Old Mutual. He has worked as a Software Engineer, Scrum Master, Development Manager and Head of Mobile before shifting to full-time Agile Coachi... Show more

Parichay is a seasoned technology leader with 15 years of experience, specializing in Artificial Intelligence, Generative AI, and advanced AI-driven solutions. As a trusted advisor to global enterprises, he has successfully guided organizations through their AI transformation journeys—driving innovation, efficiency, and sustainable growth. With proven expertise in Solution Architecture, Strategy Consulting, AI/ML, Data Analytics, Cognitive Solutions, and Cloud Computing, he brings a unique blend of strategic vision and technical excellence to complex business challenges. A gold medalist with a Master’s degree, he is recognized for delivering cutting-edge solutions that create measurable impact. Beyond his core leadership role, he is an active speaker, panelist, industry chair, and judge at leading technology and management forums. He has mentored over 1,000 professionals and learners globally, shaping the next generation of innovators in the AI ecosystem. He is a Distinguished ARM Ambassador

Parichay is a seasoned technology leader with 15 years of experience, specializing in Artificial Intelligence, Generative AI, and advanced AI-driven solutions. As a trusted advisor to global enterprises, he has successfully guided organizations throu... Show more

Eric van Hofwegen brings over 20 years of expertise in Microsoft Dynamics, specializing in analyzing complex business requirements, leading impactful workshops, delivering tailored product specifications, and modeling business processes. He is passionate about helping businesses and partners through strategic insights and practical solutions, ensuring they maximize the value of their Dynamics investments.

Eric van Hofwegen brings over 20 years of expertise in Microsoft Dynamics, specializing in analyzing complex business requirements, leading impactful workshops, delivering tailored product specifications, and modeling business processes. He is passio... Show more

For over three decades, Clint Spicer has been the architect organizations turn to when they need IT infrastructure built right and secured from the ground up.

Today, as IT Site Manager for JLL's Data Center Operations, Clint brings a rare combination of hands-on operational excellence and strategic security vision. He has architected data centers for high-availability services, deployed advanced threat detection and incident response programs, and overseen regulatory compliance initiatives spanning SOC, ISO, and NIST frameworks. Whether building teams, implementing ERP systems for 500-person organizations, or introducing automation to enhance resilience, Clint's approach is practical, results-oriented, and scalable. He transforms complexity into clarity, risk into resilience, and builds cultures where innovation and security work hand in hand. With deep expertise in network architecture, disaster recovery, vulnerability management, and cloud security, Clint delivers insights drawn from real-world challenges from the server room to the boardroom.

A veteran of the United States Navy and holder of a Doctor of Theology, Clint leads with integrity, curiosity, and an unwavering commitment to lasting impact. Join us as he shares battle-tested strategies for building cybersecurity programs that protect what matters most.

For over three decades, Clint Spicer has been the architect organizations turn to when they need IT infrastructure built right and secured from the ground up. Today, as IT Site Manager for JLL's Data Center Operations, Clint brings a rare combina... Show more

Edyta’s story with Microsoft technology has started in 2013. She helps organizations with digital transformation by developing change management strategies, guiding companies through the entire process, and training end-users on the practical use of Microsoft 365. She believes technology should be helpful to all users, regardless of their role in the organization or their technical abilities. Only then we can talk about the success of digitization. In addition to that Edyta is an active Microsoft Community Enthusiast. Since 2015 she organizes SharePoint Saturday Warsaw, now CollabDays Poland, co-hosts ACM Teams Europe, and speaks at Microsoft Community conferences.
Microsoft Most Valuable Professional M365 Apps & Services since 2019.

In her spare time, you can meet her reading a book, running, caring for friends, or with a suitcase at the airport. An empathetic extrovert by nature. 😉

Edyta’s story with Microsoft technology has started in 2013. She helps organizations with digital transformation by developing change management strategies, guiding companies through the entire process, and training end-users on the practical use of ... Show more

With nearly 30 years of experience in the technology sector, I specialize in transforming complex business challenges into scalable, high-impact technical solutions. I define myself as a "power adapter": I bridge the gap between business strategy and technical execution, translating needs into optimized architectures within the Microsoft ecosystem (Dynamics 365, Power Platform, and Azure).

My approach combines a deep technical background with a strategic vision for Customer Experience (CX) and Marketing. I don’t just implement technology; I focus on the "why" behind every solution, integrating Artificial Intelligence and automation to drive real business value and simplify processes.

Beyond my role as an architect, I am deeply committed to knowledge sharing. I am a regular speaker at tech events, a lecturer in Master’s programs, and a mentor for initiatives like Technovation Girls. I believe in a human-centric digitalization that is both responsible and ethical.

I am always eager to connect with the community and discuss how we can leverage technology to scale businesses and improve user experiences.

With nearly 30 years of experience in the technology sector, I specialize in transforming complex business challenges into scalable, high-impact technical solutions. I define myself as a "power adapter": I bridge the gap between business strategy and... Show more

I’m a technology entrepreneur, investor, speaker, and continuous learner.

I founded HackTech at 19 and grew it into a 70-person engineering firm with $3M ARR and clients in 25+ countries. After its acquisition by Civitta, I continue the journey as a Partner, combining deep engineering execution with advisory and strategic work.

I value long-term collaboration, strong personal relationships, and teams that care about outcomes, not slide decks.

Stanford LEAD participant. Speaker at industry events. Open to meaningful conversations.

I’m a technology entrepreneur, investor, speaker, and continuous learner. I founded HackTech at 19 and grew it into a 70-person engineering firm with $3M ARR and clients in 25+ countries. After its acquisition by Civitta, I continue the journey as... Show more

Pablo Segarra is the founder of Segarra IP PLLC, a federal trademark practice built for scaling brands and founders with real equity at stake. A trademark attorney, keynote speaker, and cultural connector, Pablo works at the intersection of law, identity, and ownership — helping creators, entrepreneurs, and established businesses protect what defines them.
He has advised more than 2,000 founders, creators, and high-growth teams on trademark strategy, brand protection, and IP decisions that determine long-term value. His approach treats trademark registration not as a transaction but as a strategic foundation — and his client work spans apparel, food and beverage, creative agencies, cultural organizations, and the creator economy.
A respected bilingual speaker with 60+ engagements across three continents, Pablo speaks on intellectual property as an economic framework, cultural ownership, AI's impact on creator rights, and the structural gap between what communities build and what they own.
His background as a retired NYPD officer informs his discipline, directness, and commitment to clients who have never felt fully represented.
Notable Appearances:

VidCon Anaheim 2025: Two sessions — "Protecting Creators in the Age of AI" (Industry Track) and "Are You Rea(i)dy? The Future of Creator Protection" (Creator Track)
INTA Annual Meeting: Speaker at the world's largest trademark and IP conference
Remezcla Magazine: Featured expert on trademark disputes in Latino digital culture
SOMOS New York / Puerto Rico / Dominican Republic: 5X panelist on IP, entrepreneurship, and emerging technology
NFT NYC: 3X speaker on Web3 and intellectual property
NYSBA Task Force on Emerging Digital Finance and Currency: Three CLE sessions, 400+ attorneys trained on blockchain, cryptocurrency, and digital finance
Miami Ad School, Punta Cana: Workshop on AI's impact on Gen Z creatives and legal frameworks for creative asset protection
Universidad APEC, Dominican Republic: Presenter on the United States legal system
Hola Metaverso: Speaker on emerging technology and IP in Los Angeles and Colombia
NLLSA & LALSA: Speaker on emerging technology and the law
Grub with Gruber: IP and entrepreneurship expert, 17,000+ viewers
Travel + Leisure: Recognized in "Top 50 Most Notable in Travel"

Professional Affiliations:

Nuyorican Poets Café — Board of Directors
Dominican Bar Association of New York — Board of Directors
Hispanic National Bar Association
ALFA Latino
NYSBA Task Force on Emerging Digital Finance and Currency
DraftChain.AI — Advisory Board
Nettyworth — Advisory Board
Mastercard — IP & Legal Strategy Advisor (AI Entrepreneurship Bot)

Pablo Segarra is the founder of Segarra IP PLLC, a federal trademark practice built for scaling brands and founders with real equity at stake. A trademark attorney, keynote speaker, and cultural connector, Pablo works at the intersection of law, iden... Show more

For the last 10 years, Carolina has worked as a clinical psychologist decoding the human mind; now, she’s using that expertise to revolutionize public speaking training.

Mixing her talent development knowledge, mindfulness, and her background in theatre, she creates transformational experiences that take individuals from shy and uncertain to confident and impactful speakers.

Her unique 4-personality framework has helped hundreds of professionals find their speaking zone of genius—whether they’re natural storytellers or data-driven thinkers. She has worked with global companies like Upwork and P&G, and specializes in training teams to communicate with clarity, confidence, and influence.

For the last 10 years, Carolina has worked as a clinical psychologist decoding the human mind; now, she’s using that expertise to revolutionize public speaking training. Mixing her talent development knowledge, mindfulness, and her background in ... Show more