Curtis Hughes has had a unique journey - from consultant to CIO - where he currently serves and is responsible for defining and executing his company’s global technology strategy, providing collaborative, innovative and transformational solutions for customers, partners, and employees around the world.

Curtis has spent more than two decades as a trusted business leader and technology advisor for corporations and government agencies across North and South America, Europe, Asia, and the Middle East. During this time, he founded or co-founded 3 companies, and became a well-known expert on topics such as leadership, digital transformation, digital workplaces, technology adoption and change management, employee and customer engagement, and the future of work.

Curtis holds a B.S. in Computer Science from the University of North Carolina, Charlotte (UNC Charlotte) and has previously served in a leadership role for the Information Technology Advisory Council (ITAC) for the American Red Cross and was a member of the Board of Advisors for the UNC Charlotte College of Computing and Informatics (CCI).

In 2012, Curtis was named as one of Charlotte's "40 Under 40" in recognition of his business accomplishments and commitment to the community. He frequently shares his journey and experience by writing on leadership and technology trends and speaking at business and technology conferences around the world.

Curtis Hughes has had a unique journey - from consultant to CIO - where he currently serves and is responsible for defining and executing his company’s global technology strategy, providing collaborative, innovative and transformational solutions for... Show more

Dr. Teaa Allston-Bing (Dr. TAB), Human Resources Director for the City of Peachtree City, is an accomplished HR professional with 20 years in the industry (15 years in local government). She is responsible for developing and implementing policies and procedures that positively impact productivity and overall employee satisfaction. Dr. TAB specializes in training and development, talent management, employee relations, compensation, benefits administration, wellness programs and risk management. Dr. TAB is a training instructor for the University of Georgia’s Carl Vinson Institute of Government, where she teaches Human Resources classes to municipal elected officials and staff.

Dr. TAB currently serves as President of the Georgia Public Employer Labor Relations Association, Immediate Past President of the Georgia Local Government Personnel Association, and Past Vice President of Membership for the National Association of African Americans in Human Resources-Atlanta Chapter. She also sits on several advisory councils and board of directors. She is a certified Professional in Human Resources through the Human Resources Certification Institute, the Society for Human Resource Management, and an Advanced Certified Human Resources Manager through the University of Georgia. She holds a Doctor of Business Administration degree in HR from Capella University.

Dr. TAB is originally from the greater St. Louis metro area. In her spare time, you can find her on her rollerskates three times a week or riding her Harley Iron 883 Sportster motorcycle!

Dr. Teaa Allston-Bing (Dr. TAB), Human Resources Director for the City of Peachtree City, is an accomplished HR professional with 20 years in the industry (15 years in local government). She is responsible for developing and implementing policies and... Show more

Ranjini is committed to fostering growth and driving impactful change through her diverse experiences and skills. With a strong background in technology and social impact, she has led and collaborated with teams at renowned organizations such as EY , IBM, Bank of America, and Centelon. As a Board Member at TechLabs, Women Techmakers Ambassador, and Consultant at Impact Consulting, Ranjini applies her strategic and technical expertise to deliver tangible results. Her versatile leadership roles demonstrate her ability to effectively consult and collaborate with clients to achieve their objectives.

Ranjini is committed to fostering growth and driving impactful change through her diverse experiences and skills. With a strong background in technology and social impact, she has led and collaborated with teams at renowned organizations such as EY ,... Show more

In a world where technology evolves at breakneck speed, Tim Goree stands at the crossroads of Education, Business, Technology, and Leadership, guiding both novices and professionals through the intricate landscape of modern tech. With a rich background in technology consulting and a passion for making complex concepts accessible to all, Tim is a beacon for those seeking to understand the future of technology and its impact on our lives.

As a seasoned speaker, Tim has a knack for demystifying AI for non-technical audiences, elucidating its significance in everyday life and the pivotal role it plays in shaping our future. He dives deep into the heart of how AI can revolutionize the way we learn, teach, and think about education, highlighting practical applications that can address the challenges faced by today's schools and foster a culture of innovation and inclusivity.

Drawing from his experience as a technology leader and IT mentor, Tim Goree provides invaluable insights into IT leadership in the digital age. He believes in leadership that is not just about managing technology but inspiring teams and keeping them accountable to big visions. His talks offer a roadmap for IT professionals aiming to enhance their leadership skills and for organizations striving to cultivate a forward-thinking IT culture.

Beyond the podium, Tim is dedicated to mentoring the next generation of technology leaders, emphasizing the importance of women in tech and advocating for diversity of thought in technical fields. He champions the idea that a successful technology career is accessible to everyone, with the right guidance and opportunities.

Speaking Topics:
- AI Made Simple: Unraveling Artificial Intelligence for Non-Technical Audiences
- The Future of Learning: How AI is Transforming Education and School Culture
- What's Wrong with Schools and How to Fix It: The Disconnect Between What Schools Say and What They Do
- Leading in IT: Essential Leadership Skills for the Digital Age
- Mentorship Programs: The Key to Growth and Diversity in the Technology Field

With a unique blend of expertise, empathy, and enthusiasm, Tim Goree invites you to join him on a journey to explore the intersections of education, business, technology, and leadership. Whether you're an educator looking to innovate, an IT professional seeking to lead, or simply curious about the future of technology, Tim's sessions are a beacon of knowledge and inspiration.

In a world where technology evolves at breakneck speed, Tim Goree stands at the crossroads of Education, Business, Technology, and Leadership, guiding both novices and professionals through the intricate landscape of modern tech. With a rich backgrou... Show more

Rick is a business leader with a notable track record of managing teams at several companies, including Fortune 500 companies.
As an expert in business operations and project management, with a background in software engineering, he specializes in developing and implementing business initiative roadmaps.

Rick's professional ethos is driven by a passion for efficiency and a focus on executing the most strategically important tasks. His expertise lies in utilizing data to effectively advance program and project management methodologies, and he is skilled in guiding professional teams toward the successful realization of their business objectives.

Some of the places Rick has worked:
- UPMC - University of Pittsburgh Medical Center (currently as an Agility/Agilist manager)
- BNY Mellon
- Dick's Sporting Goods
- ThermoFisher Scientific
- McKamish, Inc.

Rick is a business leader with a notable track record of managing teams at several companies, including Fortune 500 companies. As an expert in business operations and project management, with a background in software engineering, he specializes in ... Show more

With 25 years of consulting experience, I aim to facilitate a transformative change in your way of running a business, through digital innovation.

For you, this translates into onboarding a team player with a track record of successfully managing projects from both IT and business standpoints, with budgets up to CHF 1 million. I also led the design, delivery, and adoption of digital products, impacting up to 300 end-users.

My value proposition is fueled by practical common sense and conceptual abilities. It is firmly grounded in empirical methodologies, substantiated by certifications (PMP, CBAP, Scrum PO & SM, Prosci CCP, FSEA M1), and a solid academic foundation: an MBA from EPFL and HEC Lausanne and a Master of Science from Paris VII.

Feel free to contact me: vincent.bertin@vbch.ch.

With 25 years of consulting experience, I aim to facilitate a transformative change in your way of running a business, through digital innovation. For you, this translates into onboarding a team player with a track record of successfully managing ... Show more

Alex Levin, co-founder of L+R, a design & technology studio established in 2012, has dedicated the past four years to bridging the gap between traditional businesses and the Web3 space. L+R is recognized for its award-winning work with both SMBs and enterprise clients, focusing on digital transformation and brand strategy. Levin employs a practical approach, introducing companies to the Web3 domain through proofs of concept and providing more traditional strategy consulting to Web3 companies. He emphasizes human-computer interaction, a deep understanding of blockchain, and the critical importance of security and privacy.

Alongside his achievements at L+R, Levin also spearheaded the creation of Nurture (nurturesolutions.xyz) within the firm, a Web3 employee experience platform. Designed to revolutionize employee benefits and rewards programs, Nurture turns them into collaborative adventures, enhanced with interactive and educational experiences. This initiative, built under the L+R banner, underscores Levin's commitment to leveraging innovative solutions to help organizations attract and retain top talent through more engaging and meaningful incentives.

Levin's vision is to demonstrate how blockchain technology can foster community-driven ecosystems, potentially revolutionizing how businesses interact with their customers and each other. He also shares his expertise by contributing to Forbes on the luxury NFT market, sharing insights, successes, and learnings from collaborations with prestigious brands such as Sotheby's, Tag Heuer, Lamborghini, and Bugatti. His talent for simplifying complex Web3 concepts into practical strategies for both traditional and digital-first companies highlights his deep expertise in the field.

Alex Levin, co-founder of L+R, a design & technology studio established in 2012, has dedicated the past four years to bridging the gap between traditional businesses and the Web3 space. L+R is recognized for its award-winning work with both SMBs and ... Show more

Franck has lived and worked in Silicon Valley, London, and Paris. Engineer turned entrepreneur, he has co-founded 3 startups and also worked in larger companies : AOL and the BBC as product director. Today, he helps companies innovate by injecting an entrepreneurial mindset and tools into their strategy and organization. He coach leaders and team to change perspectives, to work differently and become more successful. Franck co-founded the 12000+ Lean Startup practitioner community in France.

Franck wrote the book "Passez en mode startup" Eyrolles 2022 and is the host the podcast: www.oserdoser.com

Franck has lived and worked in Silicon Valley, London, and Paris. Engineer turned entrepreneur, he has co-founded 3 startups and also worked in larger companies : AOL and the BBC as product director. Today, he helps companies innovate by injecting an... Show more

Eric Walk is the Director of Enterprise Data Strategy at Perficient. As Director of Enterprise Data Strategy, he focuses on the intersection of strategy, data and technology, and business outcomes that drive growth. Eric has spent his career in consulting, taking advantage of opportunities to expand and grow. He started in Enterprise Document Management and Business Automation working with clients to modernize platforms and take advantage of the data trapped in their warehouses of virtual paper. He jumped at the opportunity to lead some early exploration of Big Data technologies with hybrid cloud architectures (Hadoop + AWS) and eventually found himself leading a segment of that practice at Perficient. Eric has since transitioned to lead Perficient’s Data Strategy capability across geographies and practices. In this capacity he serves as an advisor to executives both clients and internally on topics related to data discovery, availability, and trust. He serves as the editor-in-chief of thought leadership aligned to the firm’s Data + Intelligence pillar.
 
Eric graduated from Vanderbilt in 2011. He holds a Bachelor of Engineering in Biomedical and Electrical Engineering with a minor in Engineering Management and currently resides in Cambridge, Massachusetts.

Eric Walk is the Director of Enterprise Data Strategy at Perficient. As Director of Enterprise Data Strategy, he focuses on the intersection of strategy, data and technology, and business outcomes that drive growth. Eric has spent his career in consu... Show more

Sono Kanban Trainer Accreditato Kanban University. Dal 2013, durante le mie esperienze in Italia e Brasile, ho avuto modo di lavorare nel controllo di gestione, son passato al business operation e poi ho scoperto il mondo del product management. Nel 2018 ho iniziato il mio percorso come Scrum Master per poi approdare in Inspearit in qualità di Evolutionary Change Coach e non riesco proprio a smettere! Piccolo curiosità su di me: sono un "serious game addicted"!

Sono Kanban Trainer Accreditato Kanban University. Dal 2013, durante le mie esperienze in Italia e Brasile, ho avuto modo di lavorare nel controllo di gestione, son passato al business operation e poi ho scoperto il mondo del product management. Nel ... Show more

Brian is an Enterprise Agile Coach who learned how to be agile and help others be agile through a myriad of consulting and CTO jobs at Internet startups. Once a software engineer but now he is just a passionate agile coach helping individuals, teams, and whole companies embrace Business Agility and all aspects of the Agile Mindset. Brian has helped three large Agile Transformations and most recently has led the team of coaches in the Agile CoE of M&T Bank, building workshops and helping coach ~350 teams and the leadership of the teams-of-teams, both inside and outside of technology. He is a word nerd, a Scrabble fan, a juggler, and obsessed with dystopian science fiction.

Brian is an Enterprise Agile Coach who learned how to be agile and help others be agile through a myriad of consulting and CTO jobs at Internet startups. Once a software engineer but now he is just a passionate agile coach helping individuals, teams,... Show more

Ich bin ein erfahrener Teamplayer mit über 10 Jahren Erfahrung in der Entwicklung von IT Systemen, Produkten und Dienstleistungen. Als Erstgeborener mit sieben Geschwistern habe ich früh gelernt, Verantwortung zu übernehmen. Ich habe in verschiedenen Rollen gearbeitet, darunter Testmanager, Requirements Engineer, Business Analyst, Product Owner, Scrum Master und Teamleiter.

Ich bin ein erfahrener Teamplayer mit über 10 Jahren Erfahrung in der Entwicklung von IT Systemen, Produkten und Dienstleistungen. Als Erstgeborener mit sieben Geschwistern habe ich früh gelernt, Verantwortung zu übernehmen. Ich habe in verschiedenen... Show more

Eyab Mijwal is a distinguished Technologist and Innovator with over 17 years of experience in IT project leadership, spanning Saudi Arabia and the UAE. His career is marked by numerous awards, patents, and publications, showcasing his ability to transform innovative ideas into tangible outcomes. With a Doctorate of Business Administration among other qualifications, Eyab excels in customer experience and innovation management. Fluent in Arabic and English, his expertise encompasses a blend of technical skills, strategic thinking, and a passion for technology and innovation.

Eyab Mijwal is a distinguished Technologist and Innovator with over 17 years of experience in IT project leadership, spanning Saudi Arabia and the UAE. His career is marked by numerous awards, patents, and publications, showcasing his ability to tran... Show more

I'm a data enthusiast and life-long learner. I serve as the link between technology and the business to help companies find insights from their data and help them take actions to achieve their goals.

I'm a data enthusiast and life-long learner. I serve as the link between technology and the business to help companies find insights from their data and help them take actions to achieve their goals. Show more

Analista de datos y Consultor BI. Líder de proyecto. Emprendedor. Creador y responsable de BEDATA. Técnico en Ciencias Empresariales.

Analista de datos y Consultor BI. Líder de proyecto. Emprendedor. Creador y responsable de BEDATA. Técnico en Ciencias Empresariales. Show more

🎤 **Micha Bos Bio: How to Standardize and Automate Microsoft Tenants** 🎤

🌟 Welcome to my profile! I am excited to be your guide in navigating the intricacies of managing Microsoft tenants in a world of evolving IT landscapes. My passion lies in simplifying and streamlining complex IT environments, and I can't wait to share my insights with you.

🔧 As a former Managed Service Provider (MSP) at Ydentic, I had the privilege of overseeing the management of over 40,000 users and workplaces. With a dedicated team of 60 Full-Time Equivalents (FTE), we were driven by the goal of achieving efficiency and excellence in IT management. Our journey was marked by innovation, self-service solutions, and a strategic emphasis on automation.

🌐 **Session Highlights:** In my sessions, we'll dive deep into the art of standardization and automation across various Microsoft tenants, including local, hybrid, and Azure AD environments. Through engaging discussions, live demonstrations, and interactive teachings, you'll gain the tools to master tenant management and simplify the complexities that come with it.

🤝 I invite you to join me on a journey that promises to empower you with a fresh perspective on managing Microsoft tenants. By the time our session concludes, you'll leave with a renewed spirit of standardization, armed with insights that resonate from the MSP vantage point. Let's embark on this transformative experience together!

📚 **About Me:** With a background steeped in IT management, I've seen firsthand the transformative power of efficient processes and cutting-edge technologies. My professional journey has equipped me with the knowledge to guide you through the intricacies of managing Microsoft tenants, ensuring you're well-prepared to thrive in today's dynamic IT landscape.

🎉 **Join Me:** Let's connect, learn, and grow together in this captivating journey towards standardization and automation. I'm excited to meet you during my session and to exchange insights that will shape the future of IT management.

📧 **Contact:** Feel free to reach out to me through micha@ydentic.com for collaboration opportunities, inquiries, or to share your thoughts after the session. Looking forward to embarking on this enlightening experience with all of you!

🎤 **Micha Bos Bio: How to Standardize and Automate Microsoft Tenants** 🎤 🌟 Welcome to my profile! I am excited to be your guide in navigating the intricacies of managing Microsoft tenants in a world of evolving IT landscapes. My passion lies in... Show more

Haggai Dror brings over 15 years of hands-on experience in American infrastructure development, holding key positions such as Senior Vice President and Chief Commercial Officer at Shikun & Binui Group. With a focus on change management, Haggai has successfully led executive committees and managed multimillion-dollar projects, navigating diverse cultural dynamics and achieving collective goals. Notable projects under Haggai's leadership include the PA Major Bridges P3 and Fargo-Moorhead Diversion Project P3. As Managing Director at S&B USA eMobility, Haggai played a pivotal role in establishing a division, showcasing adaptability and a forward-thinking approach. Whether overseeing project integration or spearheading innovative initiatives, Haggai's career underscores a commitment to effective change management and successful outcomes in the dynamic infrastructure development landscape.

Haggai Dror brings over 15 years of hands-on experience in American infrastructure development, holding key positions such as Senior Vice President and Chief Commercial Officer at Shikun & Binui Group. With a focus on change management, Haggai has su... Show more

Great interest in science and technology from an early age with basic computer programming and knowledge and use of telecommunications. Physics career at the National Autonomous University of Mexico complementing with the Private and Commercial Fixed Wing Pilot career in Mexico City, certified as International Restricted Aeronautical Radiotelephone Operator (RTARI) achieving greater experience with telecommunications, operation, classification and technical knowledge about radio frequency transceivers.
Becomes part of one of the leading companies in Europe: Securcube, certified as Securcube Phonelog Trainer. She develops as a contact point in the American continent among other areas of the world for commercialization, knowledge transfer and presenting the technologies from the tactical and operational point of view, through the collection and storage of evidence, to the analysis, correlation and validation of all the multi-source information, to Law Enforcement Agencies.

Great interest in science and technology from an early age with basic computer programming and knowledge and use of telecommunications. Physics career at the National Autonomous University of Mexico complementing with the Private and Commercial Fixe... Show more

Scott has a passion for helping people design, grow and automate their products and their lives so that they can focus on what's truly important and have a greater impact on this planet.

By day, he coaches leaders and teams on product growth at Ford, by night he coaches IT professionals and entrepreneurs on income growth and career advancement, and on the weekends he has been known to perform laugh-out-loud stand-up comedy.

Scott's dynamic presentation style delivers learning in many ways for many different types of learners, and he threads humor throughout his sessions to help drive every point home and make each one memorable.

When he's not busy helping people level up their careers or helping teams and leaders build world-changing products, he can be found spending time with his wife, 11 year old daughter and 3 creative and rambunctious younger sons.

They're probably building something out of Lego together.

Scott has a passion for helping people design, grow and automate their products and their lives so that they can focus on what's truly important and have a greater impact on this planet. By day, he coaches leaders and teams on product growth at Fo... Show more

Richard Cheng is the founder of Agility Prime Solutions. Agility Prime Solutions provides transformative training programs in Agile methods such as Scrum and Kanban. A graduate of Virginia Tech and renowned Agile expert, Richard has presented keynote talks at conferences and events around the globe, authored publications on Agile and product management, and is a member of Mensa. Richard has extensive experience working with the federal government, large companies, small startups, non-profits organizations, and associations. In addition to being one of the few Certified Scrum Trainers (CST) accredited by the Scrum Alliance, Richard is also an Accredited Kanban Trainer (AKT), Certified ScrumMaster (CSM), Certified Scrum Product Owner (CSPO), Certified Scrum Professional (CSP), Kanban Management Professional (KMP), Certified LeSS Practitioner, Project Management Professional (PMP), and PMI Agile Certified Practitioner (PMI-ACP).

Richard Cheng is the founder of Agility Prime Solutions. Agility Prime Solutions provides transformative training programs in Agile methods such as Scrum and Kanban. A graduate of Virginia Tech and renowned Agile expert, Richard has presented keynote... Show more

Ingénieur chevronné alliant compétences techniques et managériales, Ricardo a forgé sa carrière à l'échelle internationale en se concentrant sur la transformation des organisations industrielles dans le but d’optimiser leur performance.

Après 10 années consacrées à l’amélioration de la performance supply chain dans l’industrie, il a destiné les 10 dernières années aux conseil des organisations industrielles dans l’implémentation de leur stratégie, notamment grâce à la conception et à l'implémentation de solutions PPM.

Ricardo tient également à cœur de transmettre ses compétences. C’est pourquoi il s’investis depuis plus de 15 ans au sein de communautés PMI et qu'il enseigne le module Project Management au sein du MBA de l'IAE Lyon.

Ingénieur chevronné alliant compétences techniques et managériales, Ricardo a forgé sa carrière à l'échelle internationale en se concentrant sur la transformation des organisations industrielles dans le but d’optimiser leur performance. Après 10 a... Show more

Loren Rosario-Maldonado, an acclaimed author and People Strategist, has dedicated over 25 years to leadership coaching, change management, and cultural intelligence. Her unique ability to create human-centered workplace experiences and build high-performing teams has transformed organizations and solidified her reputation as an industry trailblazer. Her latest book, "Becoming the Change: The Power of Cultural Intelligence", is a testament to her commitment to fostering cultural diversity and personal growth.

Now pursuing a Psy. D. in Cross-Cultural Psychology, Loren's expertise in navigating the multifaceted dimensions of cultural intelligence continues to guide leaders and readers alike, empowering them to make informed, impactful decisions in an increasingly interconnected world.

Loren Rosario-Maldonado, an acclaimed author and People Strategist, has dedicated over 25 years to leadership coaching, change management, and cultural intelligence. Her unique ability to create human-centered workplace experiences and build high-per... Show more

What I enjoy most is using my broad experience to grow people and teams and help organizations become more customer-focused and product-oriented.

I have filled many roles over the years—Head of Product & Technology, Sr. Product Manager, Delivery Manager, and Principle Engineer. I've also run and grown various boutique consulting companies, all focused on organizational change and becoming more product-focused.

What I enjoy most is using my broad experience to grow people and teams and help organizations become more customer-focused and product-oriented. I have filled many roles over the years—Head of Product & Technology, Sr. Product Manager, Delivery M... Show more

Simon Yost is a digital product creator, team leader, and business owner. He has spent 15 years building startup businesses and nonprofit organizations—spending countless hours coaching professionals and students on building digital products at scale. Simon brought his knowledge to the classroom and taught web development at Washington University in St. Louis.

As the CEO and Founder of Glued Network, Simon Yost dedicates himself to enhancing customer experiences and propelling business growth through data-use innovations. His mission is to bring best-in-breed data solutions to the marketing and advertising community—especially agencies where he started his career.

Simon is committed to providing an unfair advantage to his clients so they can disrupt their industry. The unfair advantage comes from empowering marketing and advertising professionals to navigate the post-cookie era by leveraging zero and first-party data across campaigns and clients.

Simon Yost is a digital product creator, team leader, and business owner. He has spent 15 years building startup businesses and nonprofit organizations—spending countless hours coaching professionals and students on building digital products at scale... Show more

Electronic Engineer with a passion for life, helping people and a lover of Colombia, I bring over a decade of diverse experience in the tech industry, facing different challenges throughout my career, as developer, tester and ultimately, to a leadership role as Director Software Engineering at adidas.

Electronic Engineer with a passion for life, helping people and a lover of Colombia, I bring over a decade of diverse experience in the tech industry, facing different challenges throughout my career, as developer, tester and ultimately, to a leaders... Show more

Amanda has worked in training and leadership development for the past 15 years. She believes the vulnerability required to improvise and create something together on stage as a team can be translated to a professional group of any size. She uses the philosophy of improvisation and the power of "Yes, And" as a catalyst for positive change within an organization. Her active listening approach to coaching focuses on teaching individuals and teams the difference between listening to respond and listening to understand. With over 100 clients to date, Amanda has extensive experience speaking to groups as small as10 and as large as 10,000. Some of her previous clients include Hilton, Accenture, Capital One, Deloitte, PWC, Hitachi Consulting, Infor, Paraveda, SalesForce, McDonald's, US Army, and Southwest Airlines.

Amanda was the Founder/CEO of Dallas Comedy House (2009-2020), where she oversaw day to day operations of DCH. She was the founder and Executive Producer of the Dallas Comedy Festival (2009-2019). She's the Co-founder of ComedyHouse, a professional training and coaching service, and the co-author of the REALway® leadership training program.

Amanda received her Bachelor of Science in Journalism and a Minor in Business Administration from Texas A&M University. She earned her Graduate Certificate in Organizational Behavior from Harvard University and a Certificate in Building a Diverse and Inclusive Workplace from Cornell. She will compete her Masters in Industrial and Organizational Psychology from Harvard University in May 2024. Amanda served as an Adjunct Professor as the Designer in Residence for the SMU Masters of Design and Innovation Program for the Fall 2021 Semester. She's a graduate of the 2018 Leadership Dallas Cohort with the Dallas Regional Chamber, where she continued her commitment as the Leadership Consultant for 2019-2020.

Amanda is a 2020 Tory Burch Foundation Fellow. She's the recipient of the 2020 Arts and Culture Award from the Asian Chamber of Texas and was previously awarded the Dallas Business Journal's Women in Business Award and Best Theater Director by the Dallas Observer. Amanda served as the Marketing Chair of the Executive Committee for the AT&T Performing Arts Center Auxiliary Board, a Board Member of the Deep Ellum Foundation as well as an inaugural Board Member for Fearless Dallas.

Amanda has worked in training and leadership development for the past 15 years. She believes the vulnerability required to improvise and create something together on stage as a team can be translated to a professional group of any size. She uses the ... Show more

After 5 world tours in 3 languages, Christine Morlet is the first French keynote speaker who earns the CSP (Certified Speaking Professional award) delivered by the USA, since 2012. She helps leaders who are lost in their speech content to thrive and become unforgettable.

After 5 world tours in 3 languages, Christine Morlet is the first French keynote speaker who earns the CSP (Certified Speaking Professional award) delivered by the USA, since 2012. She helps leaders who are lost in their speech content to thrive and ... Show more

Chris Short has been a proponent of open source solutions throughout his 20+ years in various IT disciplines, including systems, security, networks, DevOps management, and cloud native advocacy across the public and private sectors. He currently works as a Developer Advocate at Amazon Web Services, and is an active Kubernetes contributor. Chris is a disabled US Air Force veteran living with his wife and son in Metro Detroit. Chris writes about Cloud Native, DevOps, and other topics at ChrisShort.net.

Chris Short has been a proponent of open source solutions throughout his 20+ years in various IT disciplines, including systems, security, networks, DevOps management, and cloud native advocacy across the public and private sectors. He currently work... Show more

Josef Baker-Brunnbauer worked for over 20 years in different industry areas for start-ups and established companies in international projects for market leading clients. He is consulting companies about business model innovation, product innovation, change and digital transformation projects through his consulting company product-xyz.com and leading research projects for SocialTechLab.eu. The research focus is on socio-technical systems, trustworthy artificial intelligence, and its social impact. Besides, he is member of the AI Alliance at the European Commission.

He holds a master’s degree in international business administration (MBA) from LIMAK Johannes Kepler University Linz/Austria and Tsinghua University Beijing/China, an engineering degree in software engineering (Ing), a diploma in life counseling and coaching (LSB), in enterprise design thinking from IBM, in product management (FH) from Marketing Academy Munich & University of Applied Sciences Upper Austria and a master’s degree for psychosocial counseling (MSc) from the Karl-Franzens University in Graz/Austria. In his leisure time he likes to travel, discover new opportunities outside his comfort zone, cooking and endurance sports.

Josef Baker-Brunnbauer worked for over 20 years in different industry areas for start-ups and established companies in international projects for market leading clients. He is consulting companies about business model innovation, product innovation, ... Show more

Kartik Dhokai, a seasoned professional with over 13 years of experience, embodies an intrapreneurial spirit that has been instrumental in navigating diverse industries such as e-commerce, Retail, Hospitality, Education, Payment, and Healthcare. Armed with a wealth of knowledge, Kartik has successfully engaged with a broad spectrum of clients, from established enterprises to burgeoning startups.

Throughout his career, Kartik has adeptly managed accounts, overseeing an average annual revenue of $2.5 million. His portfolio encompasses the seamless execution of multiple projects under a unified strategic umbrella, showcasing his ability to deliver impactful solutions across various domains.

A standout achievement in Kartik's career is his pivotal role in conceiving and developing a cutting-edge product in the field of Artificial Intelligence (AI) and Machine Learning (ML) from its inception. His visionary approach and leadership have contributed significantly to the success of this innovative venture.

Kartik Dhokai's influence extends beyond the boardroom, as he has emerged as a seasoned speaker at conferences worldwide. His dynamic presentations have resonated with audiences across the globe, showcasing his thought leadership and expertise in the realms of technology, business, and innovation. Notably, Kartik has had the honour of delivering two TEDx talks, underscoring his ability to communicate and inspire on prestigious platforms.

In summary, Kartik Dhokai is a multifaceted professional with a rich tapestry of experience, a knack for fostering innovation, and a proven track record of driving success in diverse sectors. His journey is marked by a commitment to excellence and a passion for shaping the future of technology and business.

Kartik Dhokai, a seasoned professional with over 13 years of experience, embodies an intrapreneurial spirit that has been instrumental in navigating diverse industries such as e-commerce, Retail, Hospitality, Education, Payment, and Healthcare. Armed... Show more