Meet Adi! Adi is a multi-disciplinary master: She manages the App & AI and cloud services across Southeast Europe, holds a degree in software engineering, launched startups, managing startups competitions, won global competitions and is a passionate innovator. This diversity gives her the unique ability to communicate complex technologies in a compelling way to tech and non-tech audiences alike and makes her a sought-after public speaker.

Adi is also a global speaker on AI technologies, developers productivity and entrepreneurship. She empowers companies and startups to innovate with generative AI for building cutting-edge applications at scale.

Adi has a wealth of experience in the tech industry, from corporate to startups, having held various roles in product management, software engineer, CEO, innovation, entrepreneurship, and AI domain. She previously worked as an innovation manager at Microsoft R&D CTO office, where she led market research and developed business models for new tech ventures. She also worked at Over.ai, which was acquired by Vonage, and as a product manager for AI products.

Adi is startups founder. Growing two ventures in the brain computer interface for gaming and wellness domain, ignited her mission to encourage more women to start their own ventures. Adi launched and managed Ben-Gurion University innovation hub for entrepreneurs, and in the last 7 years, she manages Merage alumni network (an Israeli network of 1000 startup CEOs selected to the prestigious Merage program) and the Merage startup competition (Granting $100K to entrepreneurs above the age 45 or women at any age), and volunteer in various women empowerment initiatives.

Adi is a dynamic and engaging speaker who is always willing to share her experiences and insights with others.

Meet Adi! Adi is a multi-disciplinary master: She manages the App & AI and cloud services across Southeast Europe, holds a degree in software engineering, launched startups, managing startups competitions, won global competitions and is a passionate ... Show more

Dr. Darya Yegorina is a globally recognized thought leader, futurist, and transformational business strategist who empowers organizations and individuals to thrive in the era of digital disruption. With a career spanning 20+ years at the intersection of leadership, technology, and business innovation, Darya is a driving force in digital transformation, AI, and future workforce development.

As a C-level executive, entrepreneur, and mentor, Darya has shaped the success of enterprises, startups, and global initiatives by integrating emerging technologies with strategic growth frameworks. She is a sought-after keynote speaker on leadership, innovation, and the future of work, addressing audiences at major global conferences, corporate summits, and executive retreats.

A passionate advocate for future-ready leadership, Darya believes that true innovation begins with a bold vision and the courage to challenge the status quo. She inspires business leaders to embrace AI, digital transformation, and agile leadership strategies to navigate uncertainty, unlock new opportunities, and foster a culture of continuous learning.

Global Impact & Achievements:
✅ Executive & Board Leadership: C-Level strategist with expertise in business transformation, revenue operations (RevOps), and strategic growth across global markets. Advisor to enterprises, government bodies, and tech innovators.
✅ Digital Transformation & AI Thought Leader: Recognized as a Top Thought Leader in AR/VR, AI, and Digital Transformation by Thinkers 360, shaping the dialogue on the future of business and technology.
✅ Award-Winning Entrepreneur & Speaker: Winner of the Global Female Leader Award in Entrepreneurship, Young European Leader (#EYL40), Women in IT, and featured in Forbes, Inc.com, Business & Finance, and Irish Times.
✅ Future Workforce & EdTech Visionary: Led transformative EdTech initiatives, including EU-backed projects on AI and AR in education, impacting thousands of students across Europe.
✅ Women in Leadership & DEI Advocate: A strong voice in diversity, equity, and inclusion (DEI), mentoring female founders, startup leaders, and executives to break barriers in tech and business.

Speaking & Expertise:
🔹 Leadership in the Age of AI & Digital Disruption
🔹 The Future of Work: Skills, Adaptability & Innovation
🔹 Women in Leadership: Breaking Barriers & Building Legacies
🔹 Strategic Growth & Business Transformation
🔹 Inspiring Change: Leading with Purpose & Resilience

Darya’s leadership journey, from entrepreneurial success to executive impact, serves as an inspiration for leaders seeking to drive meaningful change in their organizations and industries. She brings a unique blend of business acumen, technological foresight, and human-centric leadership, making her a powerful voice in today’s rapidly evolving business landscape.

🚀 Inspire. Lead. Transform. 🚀

Dr. Darya Yegorina is a globally recognized thought leader, futurist, and transformational business strategist who empowers organizations and individuals to thrive in the era of digital disruption. With a career spanning 20+ years at the intersection... Show more

Kristi is a a recognized leader and sought-after speaker in Information Governance and Technology, known for driving innovation, digital transformation, collaboration - and more recently, AI readiness and adoption. She has deep expertise in information governance, compliance, and Microsoft 365, and actively advocates for women in technology

Kristi was a Wyoming Woman Entrepreneur of the Year nominee in 2022 and 2023, a 2024 Member of the Year awardee from ARMA International, founded 2 non-profit organizations, and actively works to support Women in Tech. She has over 25 years' expertise in the Microsoft ecosystem. Since launching Paintrock Consulting in 2012, she has advised across Energy, Healthcare, Engineering, Financial, Big Pharma, Telecommunications, and Legal Services industries.

Kristi is a a recognized leader and sought-after speaker in Information Governance and Technology, known for driving innovation, digital transformation, collaboration - and more recently, AI readiness and adoption. She has deep expertise in informati... Show more

Revolution is now ... Productivity & Collaboration capacity to serve Business at scale with Governance.

As a Problem Solver I help business to leverage the POWER inside the Microsoft 365 suite.
I mix Business Application and Microsoft Teams side by side using Microsoft 365 Power Platform 🚀 🤖

My goal is to empower users, people & teams in there journey within Modern Digital Workplace Experience !

Revolution is now ... Productivity & Collaboration capacity to serve Business at scale with Governance. As a Problem Solver I help business to leverage the POWER inside the Microsoft 365 suite. I mix Business Application and Microsoft Teams sid... Show more

Solution Architect who has been working with Dynamics 365 since CRM 1.2. Bridging gap between Biz and Tech. 11xMVP and CRM UG All Star.

Solution Architect who has been working with Dynamics 365 since CRM 1.2. Bridging gap between Biz and Tech. 11xMVP and CRM UG All Star. Show more

Growth Coach for professionals and Businesses | Startup Mentor | Scaling Impact-Driven Leadership Without Burnout | International Keynote Speaker | Peak Performance for Leaders in AI age

Growth Coach for professionals and Businesses | Startup Mentor | Scaling Impact-Driven Leadership Without Burnout | International Keynote Speaker | Peak Performance for Leaders in AI age Show more

Before, I was a project manager. Now I help the teams as a Facilitator.
I am always curious about new ways of working and thus discovering the best practices of my colleagues and discussing with them how to be a better professional.

Before, I was a project manager. Now I help the teams as a Facilitator. I am always curious about new ways of working and thus discovering the best practices of my colleagues and discussing with them how to be a better professional. Show more

With over 35 years of experience in ERP, robotics, and artificial intelligence, Eric has established a distinguished career in the technology sector. He has spent more than 20 years specializing in Axapta, Dynamics AX, and D365, demonstrating a deep understanding of these platforms. As a former COO of a high-tech manufacturing company, Eric has firsthand experience in operational leadership and strategic decision-making.

In addition to their executive roles as CEO, CIO, and CTO in various AI, professional services, and software companies, Eric has served as an industry analyst focusing on supply chain, life sciences, manufacturing, and retail. A recognized speaker and author, they have received multiple awards for their contributions to ethical AI. Currently, Eric is a board member of several AI and robotics companies, where they continue to influence the future of technology.

With over 35 years of experience in ERP, robotics, and artificial intelligence, Eric has established a distinguished career in the technology sector. He has spent more than 20 years specializing in Axapta, Dynamics AX, and D365, demonstrating a deep ... Show more

Nishanth Sirikonda is a Workday Solutions Architect with over 10 years of experience designing and implementing scalable, secure, and user-focused HCM solutions. He specializes in Workday HCM, Payroll, Time Tracking, Absence, Compensation, and complex integrations, driving efficiency and aligning systems with business goals. Known for his leadership in enterprise transformations, Nishanth has led global deployments, M&A integrations, and compliance initiatives across public and private sectors. His expertise spans architecture, testing, reporting, and governance. Passionate about process improvement and innovation, he collaborates closely with stakeholders to deliver impactful, future-ready solutions that streamline operations and elevate workforce experiences.

Nishanth Sirikonda is a Workday Solutions Architect with over 10 years of experience designing and implementing scalable, secure, and user-focused HCM solutions. He specializes in Workday HCM, Payroll, Time Tracking, Absence, Compensation, and comple... Show more

Driven by courage, curiosity, and compassion, Becca "Bex" Hiller knows valued people deliver value. She helps humans reach agility potential, and her own agility shines through sharpened improv skills, a mighty pen, a hungry brain, and a passion for teaching and coaching.

Bex is currently based in Rochester, NY.

Driven by courage, curiosity, and compassion, Becca "Bex" Hiller knows valued people deliver value. She helps humans reach agility potential, and her own agility shines through sharpened improv skills, a mighty pen, a hungry brain, and a passion for ... Show more

Heather Satterley is the Director of Education of Media at Woodard.

Heather’s passion for helping others and her love for technology have shaped her career in public accounting. Her affinity for facilitating change within an organization is paramount to her work, helping businesses design and automate their business processes using cutting-edge technologies. Heather wholeheartedly believes in the power of community and the magic that is created when people work together toward the same purpose.

In addition to her work with Woodard, Heather is the co-host of The Appy Hour with Liz and Heather, a webinar series devoted to demystifying the world of technology and apps in the accounting profession. She is also the co-creator and producer of Appy Hour Camp, a collaborative retreat experience created to connect and nurture the relationship between accounting professional educators and software developers.

Heather was named a categorical top 10 ProAdvisor in 2017 and 2019 and was listed as one of the top influential people in accounting by Accounting Today in 2019.

Heather Satterley is the Director of Education of Media at Woodard. Heather’s passion for helping others and her love for technology have shaped her career in public accounting. Her affinity for facilitating change within an organization is param... Show more

Limor Bergman Gross is not your typical engineering leader. With over 20 years in tech, including as Director of Engineering at DigitalOcean, she has built high-performing teams, scaled engineering organizations, and led major transformations. But what truly defines her isn’t just her résumé - it’s her mission.

As a woman, an immigrant, and an introvert in a male-dominated industry, Limor knows firsthand what it feels like to be overlooked, underestimated, and expected to prove your worth twice as hard. After years of trying to fit into someone else’s mold of leadership, she found her voice - and now, she helps others do the same.

Today, Limor is an executive coach and podcast host who works with women in tech to help them stop waiting for permission, get promoted, and lead with clarity and confidence. She brings a rare blend of engineering expertise, fierce empathy, and straightforward strategy to everything she does. Her work has helped hundreds of hidden leaders step into their power and create careers they’re proud of.

Limor speaks from experience, from heart, and with a clear goal: to leave no woman in tech doubting her worth, her leadership, or her place at the table.

Limor Bergman Gross is not your typical engineering leader. With over 20 years in tech, including as Director of Engineering at DigitalOcean, she has built high-performing teams, scaled engineering organizations, and led major transformations. But wh... Show more

Jenny Wynter is what happens when a stand-up comedian and a mental health advocate collide. Based in Queensland, she’s known for taking the stuff workplaces usually tiptoe around - the messy reality of creativity, culture, and mental load - putting it onstage, and turning it into something genuinely unforgettable.

Jenny doesn't deliver keynotes; she runs an intervention. Instead of lecturing on leadership or diversity, she uses her extensive training in improv, comedy, and musical timing to pull the audience into a shared experience. This deliberate method transforms what could be another corporate talk into a session that actually sticks - because people weren't just passively listening, they were playing.

Before she was delivering keynotes, Jenny was navigating the wards of children's hospitals as a Clown Doctor for close to five years - a gig that taught her more about high-stakes improvisation, tough audiences, and managing emotional complexity than all her training with the best of the best, (including Second City and The Groundlings in the States and Loose Moose in Canada) combined. She funnels that rare mix of stagecraft and genuine empathy into her movement, Funny Mummies™, a community built to help mothers protect their mental health through connection and laughter.

Her work has been recognised with significant accolades: the PSA Kerrie Nairn Fellowship, the first-ever ABC iView Pitch Perfect win, Excellence in Cabaret at Melbourne Fringe, Best Variety Show at United Solo Festival in New York, and a Green Room Award nomination for cabaret writing. She’s also a two-time TEDx speaker and holds a Bachelor of Communications majoring in Business Marketing. Online, she leads a Facebook community of around 30,000 women, and performs nationally and internationally, often utilising her knack for improvising songs on the spot, supported by years of vocal and keyboard training.

For event planners, Jenny also brings the practical side: full AV support, a studio with green-screen capability for virtual events, recording facilities, and a tour-ready PA system. She’s comfortable working globally, having delivered virtual keynotes to teams across the Asia Pacific, clients in the US, and organisations in the UK - always ensuring the event happens during the client's business hours, even if it means logging on in the middle of the night from Queensland.

Clients describe her the same way: warm, sharp, and genuinely inclusive. She doesn't just deliver a message; she shifts the energy of the room in minutes, leaving people feeling lighter and ready to act. If you’re looking for a keynote grounded in the messy reality of life, but delivered with the precision of a trained comedian, Jenny is the go-to speaker for an event that is truly energising and grounded in humanity.

Jenny Wynter is what happens when a stand-up comedian and a mental health advocate collide. Based in Queensland, she’s known for taking the stuff workplaces usually tiptoe around - the messy reality of creativity, culture, and mental load - putting i... Show more

Desislava is a certified DevOps engineer with over five years of progressive experience helping teams build scalable, reliable infrastructure in cloud-native environments.

With a background in Kubernetes, AWS, GCP, CI/CD pipelines, and Terraform she has contributed to the success of major tech companies like DraftKings, Nexo, and PokerStars.

She is passionate about creating strong foundations for fast-moving teams - whether that’s through better automation, smarter observability, or simplifying complex ops workflows

Desislava is a certified DevOps engineer with over five years of progressive experience helping teams build scalable, reliable infrastructure in cloud-native environments. With a background in Kubernetes, AWS, GCP, CI/CD pipelines, and Terraform s... Show more

Komal Jindal is the Founder of Kala, a purpose-led fabric brand built at the intersection of creativity and intention. As a Senior Actuarial Analyst, she specializes in data automation and visualization, bringing structure and efficiency to complex systems.

Beyond her corporate role, Komal mentors young professionals and emerging founders — helping them build clarity, systems, and confidence in their journeys. Her philosophy is simple yet powerful: blend analytical thinking with creative purpose to build something that lasts.

Komal Jindal is the Founder of Kala, a purpose-led fabric brand built at the intersection of creativity and intention. As a Senior Actuarial Analyst, she specializes in data automation and visualization, bringing structure and efficiency to complex s... Show more

Serial digital entrepreneur passionate about SaaS, microSaaS & iOS Mobile Apps business, with 11+ years of experience in the digital & software engineering field.

Former senior software engineer and IT consultant at multiple private and public companies.

I built a dozen of products 🚀 .. sold a few ones 💰 .. and failed/learned from many 📖

Serial digital entrepreneur passionate about SaaS, microSaaS & iOS Mobile Apps business, with 11+ years of experience in the digital & software engineering field. Former senior software engineer and IT consultant at multiple private and public com... Show more

Mrinal Jain is an Engineering Manager at STAGE OTT with 7+ years of experience building scalable full-stack and Flutter applications. A recognized tech speaker and Meta Community Lead, he has led impactful developer communities and shared insights at major tech events. Known as the Introvert Influencer, Mrinal combines deep technical expertise with community-first leadership to empower developers and scale product success.

Mrinal Jain is an Engineering Manager at STAGE OTT with 7+ years of experience building scalable full-stack and Flutter applications. A recognized tech speaker and Meta Community Lead, he has led impactful developer communities and shared insights at... Show more

Gaurav Saxena is an engineering leader in the field of platform and cloud engineering with over 20 years of experience in the software industry. His technical expertise includes Stream-based architectures, Kubernetes, Service Mesh, Software Supply Chain Security, and Observability.

Gaurav Saxena is an engineering leader in the field of platform and cloud engineering with over 20 years of experience in the software industry. His technical expertise includes Stream-based architectures, Kubernetes, Service Mesh, Software Supply Ch... Show more

A student tech founder and full-stack engineer specializing in mobile app development, AI automation workflows, and next-gen AI agents.

A student tech founder and full-stack engineer specializing in mobile app development, AI automation workflows, and next-gen AI agents. Show more

Yaron Flint is a published author and an accomplished business development and innovation expert with over 20 years of global experience at the intersection of innovation, business development, and networking. He has held senior roles in multinational corporations, global consulting firms, and private equity groups, driving innovation across sectors including Automotive, Industry 4.0, Smart Materials, Environmental, and Construction-tech.

Yaron blends deep cross-cultural and cross-sector expertise with a practical understanding of how organizations can embed innovation and build meaningful, trust-based relationships that enable transformation. His first book: "innovative business development - implementing transformation from within" - explored how corporations can onboard external innovation through a more structured and intentional approach.

A sought-after keynote speaker and strategic advisor, Yaron works with organizations worldwide to help them integrate external innovation and intentional connection into sustainable, high-impact growth.

Yaron Flint is a published author and an accomplished business development and innovation expert with over 20 years of global experience at the intersection of innovation, business development, and networking. He has held senior roles in multinationa... Show more

Vijay Kumar Soni is the Founder & CEO of Maghraut Technologies, with more than eight years of experience helping SMBs strengthen and scale their operations using Salesforce alongside other modern technologies. Skilled across Sales Cloud, Service Cloud, Experience Cloud, and Marketing Cloud, he guides small and mid-sized businesses toward smarter, more sustainable digital adoption. Vijay brings a strategic yet practical approach, focusing on real business challenges and delivering solutions tailored to each organization’s unique needs.

Vijay Kumar Soni is the Founder & CEO of Maghraut Technologies, with more than eight years of experience helping SMBs strengthen and scale their operations using Salesforce alongside other modern technologies. Skilled across Sales Cloud, Service Clou... Show more

Rajesh Sura is a senior data and analytics leader with over 15 years of experience in designing and scaling enterprise data platforms, artificial intelligence (AI) systems, and business intelligence (BI) solutions. He currently leads the Data Engineering and Business Intelligence function for North America Stores, Amazon, where he oversees the development of cloud-native architectures, AI-enabled BI tools, and conversational analytics platforms that support large-scale retail operations.

Rajesh has contributed to the design and deployment of Natural Language Interfaces for business intelligence, the migration of legacy data systems to cloud environments, and the creation of secure, governed frameworks for analytics. His work supports tens of thousands of users across global organizations, enabling faster, more informed decision-making through accessible and scalable data systems.

He is actively involved in promoting responsible AI adoption, data governance best practices, and cross-functional collaboration between engineering and business teams. Rajesh is a Senior IEEE Member and Fellow with technical organizations and regularly contributes to peer-reviewed research in journals like Elsevier and Springer, innovation forums, and mentoring programs in the fields of data science and analytics.

Rajesh Sura is a senior data and analytics leader with over 15 years of experience in designing and scaling enterprise data platforms, artificial intelligence (AI) systems, and business intelligence (BI) solutions. He currently leads the Data Enginee... Show more

Julia has been an active member of the Microsoft community for more than 15 years. She began her career at knk with a dual study program in Business Administration (B.Sc.) at the FH Nordakademie. After graduating, she built up and now leads the marketing department of the internationally operating knk Group.

Together with her team, Julia is responsible for marketing and communication across all product lines of the knk Group: knkMedia based on Microsoft D365 Business Central, knk365 for Media Sales based on D365 for Sales, knk365 Marketing Automation based on D365 for Marketing, and VM Media Manager. In addition to product marketing, her responsibilities include employer branding.

Beyond her leadership role in marketing, Julia is passionate about team development and organizational culture. As a facilitator, she has supported implementation teams on their path to self-organization and regularly guides teams in achieving clarity and results in their meetings.

Julia has been an active member of the Microsoft community for more than 15 years. She began her career at knk with a dual study program in Business Administration (B.Sc.) at the FH Nordakademie. After graduating, she built up and now leads the marke... Show more

Alexandra “Allie” Hartman is a change strategist, organizational psychologist and AI transformation leader who helps organizations make better decisions in environments where technology moves faster than understanding. She serves on the ACMP Global Board of Directors, is the Founder and Principal of The Change Curiosity Lab and leads AI Transformation and Change at AgileOne, where she equips practitioners and leaders with practical, curiosity-driven tools to navigate AI-enabled work.

Allie’s career spans enterprise transformation and human-centered design. She brings a rare blend of change management, AI, psychology, business analytics and project management to her work, along with advanced certifications including CCMP™, MCMP™, Prosci, Kotter and Agile Change Leadership.

Her frameworks are grounded in data and built for real-world pressure: reducing cognitive overload, strengthening leadership credibility and accelerating adoption of AI and digital capabilities. She translates complex technology into clear, human-centered action and supports teams through the messy middle of change.

Across her work, Allie focuses on one core idea: curiosity is not a soft skill. It is a practical leadership system for an AI-native world.

Alexandra “Allie” Hartman is a change strategist, organizational psychologist and AI transformation leader who helps organizations make better decisions in environments where technology moves faster than understanding. She serves on the ACMP Global B... Show more

With over 20 years of experience—including 11 in Agile environments—Maya has honed her expertise in applying and adapting frameworks/approaches like Scrum, Kanban, SAFe, and Lean across sectors such as pharma, education, insurance, and eCommerce. Recognized with multiple awards for her excellence in change management, leadership, and training, she has made a lasting impact as a Lean-Agile Coach and SAFe Practice Consultant. She has supported teams, programs, and leaders, including over six years spent in a Fortune 5 company, helping foster collaboration, addressing impediments, and supporting the adoption of Agile practices. Through her unique blend of neurodivergent thinking, recognized proficiency in Psychology, fascinating military experience, and extensive Agile knowledge, Maya brings a singular approach to coaching that harnesses the power of diverse thinking and creativity to unlock innovative solutions and mobilize people through continuous learning and adaptation.

With over 20 years of experience—including 11 in Agile environments—Maya has honed her expertise in applying and adapting frameworks/approaches like Scrum, Kanban, SAFe, and Lean across sectors such as pharma, education, insurance, and eCommerce. Rec... Show more

Con oltre 15 anni di esperienza nel business management e un background tecnico in elettrotecnica, io sono Iryna Kozar e ho trasformato la mia passione per l'innovazione in una missione: rivoluzionare il modo in cui le aziende apprendono e crescono.
Certificata ICF con Executive MBA e formazione in Data Science, sono anche mediatore civile e commerciale iscritto al Ministero della Giustizia. Sono la fondatrice di Auromed, dove combino metodologie Agile con neuroscienze e coaching per creare esperienze formative che generano risultati misurabili.
La mia metodologia innovativa - trasforma team tecnici in squadre ad alte prestazioni attraverso un approccio scientifico che parla il linguaggio degli ingegneri e dei professionisti IT.
Da commercial director a mental coach, porto sul palco una prospettiva unica: quella di chi ha vissuto le sfide del mondo industriale dall'interno e ha sviluppato soluzioni concrete per superarle.
"L'agilità non è solo una metodologia, è una mentalità che trasforma le persone e le organizzazioni"
Oggi condivido la mia expertise con aziende dei settori industriale, lighting ed elettrico, dimostrando che l'evoluzione umana e quella tecnologica possono procedere di pari passo.

Con oltre 15 anni di esperienza nel business management e un background tecnico in elettrotecnica, io sono Iryna Kozar e ho trasformato la mia passione per l'innovazione in una missione: rivoluzionare il modo in cui le aziende apprendono e crescono. ... Show more

Vinish Garg is an independent consultant who works with growing product teams for their product strategy and vision, product positioning, product onboarding and UX, and product content design strategy. Vinish works in the product and design and content leadership roles to establish the standards and systems, and to build the design advocacy, design culture, and design literacy for the holistic systems-driven digital maturity in the organizations. He owns an international conference in Chandigarh since 2019—Outcome.

Vinish Garg is an independent consultant who works with growing product teams for their product strategy and vision, product positioning, product onboarding and UX, and product content design strategy. Vinish works in the product and design and conte... Show more

Yannick calls himself "a Scrum Master with a heart for developers," which makes sense as he was a software developer for over 10 years. He worked for various companies, big and small, local and international, creating solutions for customers. After witnessing many poor Agile implementations that made developers' lives difficult, Yannick decided to become a Scrum Master. He believed there had to be a better life for developers!

With his ADHD-fuelled energy, Yannick is transforming teams and organisations. His focus on work happiness, psychological safety and(neurodiverse) inclusivity, fosters creativity and innovation, paving the way for a brighter future for all Developers.

Yannick calls himself "a Scrum Master with a heart for developers," which makes sense as he was a software developer for over 10 years. He worked for various companies, big and small, local and international, creating solutions for customers. After w... Show more

Diane Darling is a consultant, keynote speaker, instructor, and leadership coach with over 20 years of experience in researching, developing, and educating on the role of professional networking strategies in individual career development and business performance.

Considered a trailblazer in the field of social networking, she was commissioned by McGraw-Hill to pen the authoritative book on networking in 2003, titled The Networking Survival Guide - a feat accomplished prior to the advent of social media giants such as Facebook or LinkedIn. The book proved to be immensely popular, with a second printing ordered within just 90 days of its release. Her works have collectively been translated into nine different languages, attesting to their global impact and appeal.

Today, she remains deeply passionate about writing and channels this passion through her newsletter, The Net Effect.

Diane Darling is a consultant, keynote speaker, instructor, and leadership coach with over 20 years of experience in researching, developing, and educating on the role of professional networking strategies in individual career development and busines... Show more

Lisa Libin is a communicator, strategist, and entrepreneur driven by one goal - helping people find the right words when they matter most. After more than a decade leading major PR campaigns and advising executives across sectors, she launched Naer Communications to bring a more human, values-based approach to strategy and storytelling.

What sets Lisa apart is her ability to connect strategy with humanity. Her professional and volunteer work share the same thread - building trust and understanding in moments of tension, transition, or change. As both a senior communications advisor and a longtime community leader, Lisa has navigated complex issues where clarity and compassion must coexist. This dual perspective gives her a rare lens: she understands not only how organizations communicate, but how communities feel, respond, and unite.

A trusted advisor to leaders in government, energy, and community development, Lisa brings warmth, insight, and candour to every stage - reminding audiences that clarity, empathy, and purpose are the true cornerstones of leadership.

Lisa Libin is a communicator, strategist, and entrepreneur driven by one goal - helping people find the right words when they matter most. After more than a decade leading major PR campaigns and advising executives across sectors, she launched Naer C... Show more