Mike Chisholm is a visionary leader and strategic powerhouse, renowned for his ability to drive transformative growth and operational excellence across diverse industries. He holds an executive MBA from Ivey Business School. Over the course of his career, Mike has generated nearly a billion dollars in enterprise value, showcasing his exceptional impact on business performance.

Mike is Founder and CEO of Chisholm Consulting Group Inc. www.chisholmconsultinggroup.com and has spent decades helping boards, executives, and business owners navigate complex challenges, seize opportunities, and achieve extraordinary outcomes.

Mike’s areas of expertise include:
-Mergers and Acquisitions
-Turnarounds
-Due diligence
-Growth strategy development

With a robust background that includes senior leadership roles in logistics, supply chain optimization, and corporate development, Mike combines hands-on operational experience with sharp strategic insight.

In addition to consulting, Mike shares his knowledge through speaking engagements and writing for the most widely read publication that bridges the gap between academic research and business practice (Harvard Business Review), offering thought leadership on a wide range of topics including self-advocacy in the corporate world to professional global logistics trends and transformative business strategies.

Mike’s approach is defined by decisive action, clear communication, and an unwavering commitment to creating lasting value for stakeholders. Whether architecting bold growth strategies or tackling operational challenges head-on, Mike Chisholm stands as a trusted partner in driving success and shaping the future of businesses worldwide.

Mike Chisholm is a visionary leader and strategic powerhouse, renowned for his ability to drive transformative growth and operational excellence across diverse industries. He holds an executive MBA from Ivey Business School. Over the course of his ca... Show more

AVP, Senior Principal Tech architect, leading commerce architecture practice in DX unit of Infosys, has driven numerous large scale digital transformation programs across the diverse sectors. Brings deep tech expertise & leads the commerce architecture practice providing technical advisory. Built solutions on Agentic Commerce, Agentic AI and having certifications in these emerging areas. Published multiple white papers on Agentic commerce leveraging ACP, Google UCP, MCP, AP2 & etc.

AVP, Senior Principal Tech architect, leading commerce architecture practice in DX unit of Infosys, has driven numerous large scale digital transformation programs across the diverse sectors. Brings deep tech expertise & leads the commerce architectu... Show more

I’m an engineering leader specializing in scaling organizations—from early-stage startups to large, complex platforms. Over the past 20+ years, I’ve built and led teams at companies like Booking.com, TripAdvisor, and Getir, and currently lead engineering within the team behind Western Europe’s largest e-commerce platform, bol.com.

Outside of tech, I’m a pilot and former European skydiving champion—experiences that shaped how I think about failure, risk, and decision-making under pressure. I bring those lessons into engineering, helping teams build systems (and cultures) that perform reliably in uncertain environments.

I’m an engineering leader specializing in scaling organizations—from early-stage startups to large, complex platforms. Over the past 20+ years, I’ve built and led teams at companies like Booking.com, TripAdvisor, and Getir, and currently lead enginee... Show more

Melissa's passion for retail tech sparked at 16 and never quit. With 15+ years across AX 2009, AX 2012, and D365 F&SCM, she brings deep expertise in store operations, POS, and eCommerce. Today, as Sr. Director of Strategic Growth at Sunrise Technologies, she leads events, AI implementations, and speaking engagements, and hosts Mel Minute on LinkedIn. Outside of work, she shreds bass in two rock bands, stays fueled by fitness, and loves life with her husband Mike and cat George.

Melissa's passion for retail tech sparked at 16 and never quit. With 15+ years across AX 2009, AX 2012, and D365 F&SCM, she brings deep expertise in store operations, POS, and eCommerce. Today, as Sr. Director of Strategic Growth at Sunrise Technolog... Show more

Susie Moon is the Chief Connection Officer with Susie Moon Consulting. She helps small business owners reach their ideal clients through connections, networking, building relationships, and finding speaking opportunities. Also called a “Mother Nudger,” she holds her clients accountable and insists that leads are nurtured. Susie also loves helping put “butts in seats”.

Susie Moon is the Chief Connection Officer with Susie Moon Consulting. She helps small business owners reach their ideal clients through connections, networking, building relationships, and finding speaking opportunities. Also called a “Mother Nudger... Show more

Rohit Gupta leads the product strategy for Wayfair’s GraphQL platform, powering over 200 subgraphs across customer, supplier, and supply chain domains. With 15 years of experience across engineering and product management, he brings deep expertise in platform products, APIs, and eCommerce. At Wayfair, Rohit is driving key initiatives to harness AI for accelerating developer productivity and building an AI-first Supergraph that positions the company for the AI-powered era

Rohit Gupta leads the product strategy for Wayfair’s GraphQL platform, powering over 200 subgraphs across customer, supplier, and supply chain domains. With 15 years of experience across engineering and product management, he brings deep expertise in... Show more

Jon Harmeling is a leadership speaker, Chick-fil-A Operator, and West Point graduate who helps organizations build disciplined teams, stronger leaders, and consistent execution.

As a Chick-fil-A Operator, Jon leads high-performing teams daily in one of the most respected brands in the country. His leadership is not theoretical—it’s applied in real time through hiring, developing, and managing teams responsible for delivering consistent results under pressure.

Before business ownership, Jon served as an Army officer, leading soldiers in Afghanistan and developing leadership skills in high-stakes environments where clarity, accountability, and execution were critical.

Jon combines this real-world experience with a practical, no-fluff approach to leadership. His keynotes and training sessions focus on building culture, improving accountability, and helping teams execute at a higher level.

Organizations bring Jon in when they need to strengthen leadership, improve team performance, and create a culture of disciplined execution.

Jon Harmeling is a leadership speaker, Chick-fil-A Operator, and West Point graduate who helps organizations build disciplined teams, stronger leaders, and consistent execution. As a Chick-fil-A Operator, Jon leads high-performing teams daily in o... Show more

Scott has developed Java, Groovy, Kotlin, Go, and Javascript applications for industries as varied as Financial, Defense, Health Care, Energy, Agriculture, Education and Commercial. Scott is also spends time shaping the culture of the Omaha office and career path coaching. Scott's favorite aspects of being a developer are solving problems, learning new technologies, and mentoring newer developers.

Scott has developed Java, Groovy, Kotlin, Go, and Javascript applications for industries as varied as Financial, Defense, Health Care, Energy, Agriculture, Education and Commercial. Scott is also spends time shaping the culture of the Omaha office an... Show more

Daniel Johnson is a growth marketing strategist and founder of We Scale Startups; a London-based agency that has generated over £13M in revenue for 70+ startups across SaaS, fintech, e-commerce, and B2B tech.

With over a decade of hands-on experience, Daniel has managed £6M+ in paid acquisition across Google, Meta, LinkedIn, and Taboola, driven campaigns generating 12 million hits and millions of app downloads, and built growth systems that take startups from traction to scale.
He has lectured at Cambridge University's Judge Business School and served as Lead Growth Mentor for Google Launchpad programmes in Ukraine and Lagos.

He is a Techstars Alum and holds a 4.93 rating across 388 sessions on GrowthMentor, with 219 five-star reviews.
As a speaker, Daniel delivers practical keynotes and workshops on startup customer acquisition, paid growth, and building scalable growth systems. His talks cut through theory, giving founders and innovation teams frameworks they can act on immediately.

Daniel Johnson is a growth marketing strategist and founder of We Scale Startups; a London-based agency that has generated over £13M in revenue for 70+ startups across SaaS, fintech, e-commerce, and B2B tech. With over a decade of hands-on experie... Show more

With over 20 years of experience in solution selling and channel management. Vaughan has been involved in demand and supply planning with Netstock for the last 10 years and is passionate about building strong relationships and adding value to both partners and their customers.

With over 20 years of experience in solution selling and channel management. Vaughan has been involved in demand and supply planning with Netstock for the last 10 years and is passionate about building strong relationships and adding value to both p... Show more

Kody Hartlaub is an internationally recognized performance specialist in the mental architecture of champions. He works exclusively with elite athletes, Olympic contenders, world-class competitors,
and high-performing organizations—including professional athletes on the Philadelphia Phillies, world champions pursuing their next title, Olympic-stage athletes, Division 1 programs, and corporations like L'Oréal—to unlock performance at the highest level.
In less than a decade, Kody has executed a complete program turnaround at the college level, taking a Division 3 athletic program from last place to top-tier status in under a year. He's guided a two-
time world champion through his pursuit of a third championship. He's positioned Olympic-level athletes for international competition. He's embedded himself in locker rooms and boardrooms where the margin of error is zero, and results are the only currency that matters.
His work is about diagnosis and execution. Kody identifies the psychological architecture underneath performance: the belief systems, decision-making patterns, emotional regulation, and mental discipline that separate champions from competitors. He rebuilds that architecture from the foundation up, then ensures it performs under pressure, when it counts most.
Kody holds a bachelor's degree in psychology and is completing his master's in sport performance and psychology. More importantly, he is personally mentored by Ben Newman, one of the five most respected performance coaches in the world. He has been selected as a judge for the International Globee Awards for Excellence: a distinction reserved for the elite practitioners in his field.
As founder of KHP Coaching, creator of the Diamond Leadership Architecture framework, and architect of the KHP1 performance community, Kody doesn't build athletes. He builds champions who know exactly who they are, what they're capable of, and how to deliver it when the stakes are highest

Kody Hartlaub is an internationally recognized performance specialist in the mental architecture of champions. He works exclusively with elite athletes, Olympic contenders, world-class competitors, and high-performing organizations—including profess... Show more

Data Scientist with hands-on experience in building and scaling data-driven solutions across analytics, machine learning, and AI applications. Specialises in translating business problems into actionable insights, developing intelligent systems, and driving impact through data.

Experienced in delivering real-world AI use cases, conducting workshops, and simplifying complex concepts for diverse audiences. Passionate about enabling organisations and students to adopt AI effectively through practical, outcome-driven approaches.

Data Scientist with hands-on experience in building and scaling data-driven solutions across analytics, machine learning, and AI applications. Specialises in translating business problems into actionable insights, developing intelligent systems, and ... Show more

Rohit Sivaprasad leads the data team at Adobe Stock, where his team builds the metrics, models, and infrastructure the business actually runs on. Before Adobe, he spent 14 years across Meta, Walmart, AWS, and DigitalOcean, mostly figuring out how to make organizations trust and use their own data. He's contributed to scikit-learn, competed on Kaggle, and created DataTau. When not arguing about metric definitions, he's probably on a trail somewhere.

Rohit Sivaprasad leads the data team at Adobe Stock, where his team builds the metrics, models, and infrastructure the business actually runs on. Before Adobe, he spent 14 years across Meta, Walmart, AWS, and DigitalOcean, mostly figuring out how to ... Show more

Karl Lillrud is a globally acclaimed expert in artificial intelligence, digital transformation, and business innovation, known for empowering audiences to transform challenges into opportunities. As one of the TOP10 AI Thought Leaders by Thinkers360 and ranked 11th among the world's TOP30 speakers by Global Gurus, Karl combines a wealth of knowledge with a dynamic, engaging speaking style that has captivated audiences across the globe.

With 28 years of experience, Karl has collaborated with Fortune 500 companies, groundbreaking startups, and global leaders to deliver transformative results. From driving e-commerce expansion in 12 countries for H&M to managing global technology migrations for clients like Tele2 and H&M, Karl’s career exemplifies innovation and impact at scale. His expertise spans industries such as AI, telecom, e-commerce, and customer experience, with projects that have reshaped organizational strategies and unlocked unprecedented growth.

A two-time TEDx speaker and best-selling author of nine books, including "AI: Your Second Brain—Evolve or Go Extinct," Karl demystifies complex topics, offering practical insights into leveraging AI, fostering innovation, and navigating the digital age. His accolades, including multiple global awards for leadership and innovation, underscore his authority and impact in shaping the future of technology and business.

Karl’s presentations are renowned for their actionable takeaways and transformative ideas. Whether addressing AI ethics, the future of work, or strategies for scaling businesses in an increasingly digital world, Karl delivers content that is tailored to resonate with each audience. His ability to translate technical complexity into relatable insights has made him a sought-after speaker at events such as the World Economic Forum, Seamless KSA, and other high-profile global stages.

By choosing Karl Lillrud for your event, you’re not just hiring a speaker—you’re bringing in a catalyst for inspiration, growth, and innovation. His proven track record of empowering organizations and individuals ensures your audience will leave equipped to thrive in an ever-changing landscape.

Karl Lillrud is a globally acclaimed expert in artificial intelligence, digital transformation, and business innovation, known for empowering audiences to transform challenges into opportunities. As one of the TOP10 AI Thought Leaders by Thinkers360 ... Show more

Sauvage is a European tech leader, entrepreneur, consultant, and investor. He has founded four companies (two successful exits), built 40+ apps with 400M+ downloads, and advised startups and global groups like Airbus, Chanel, and LVMH. As a business angel (32 startups) and LP in two funds, he actively supports the next generation of innovators.

Sauvage is a European tech leader, entrepreneur, consultant, and investor. He has founded four companies (two successful exits), built 40+ apps with 400M+ downloads, and advised startups and global groups like Airbus, Chanel, and LVMH. As a business ... Show more

Arne van Oosterom is a creative facilitator and keynote speaker helping design and product teams navigate complexity and build future-ready human skills. He founded Future Skills Academy and previously built DesignThinkers Academy into a global network. His work sits at the intersection of brand, strategy, and making, with a focus on human skills, decision-making, collaboration, and thoughtful use of AI.

Arne van Oosterom is a creative facilitator and keynote speaker helping design and product teams navigate complexity and build future-ready human skills. He founded Future Skills Academy and previously built DesignThinkers Academy into a global netwo... Show more

Shelly Townsend is a very gifted and imaginative woman who is well-known for her creative thinking. One of London's most esteemed colleges, Imperial College, awarded her a Bachelor of Business Administration (BBA) in 2013. Shely Townsend has dreamed of becoming a fashion designer since she was a young girl. She did, however, pursue a BBA at her father's request. She still wanted to follow her ambition, though, even after all these years. She made the decision to start her brand at that point. On December 25, 2015, Shelly Townsend's birthday, she debuted her first line of Men's Cotton Jackets UK. In Malvern, she set up her brand's headquarters.

Shelly Townsend is a very gifted and imaginative woman who is well-known for her creative thinking. One of London's most esteemed colleges, Imperial College, awarded her a Bachelor of Business Administration (BBA) in 2013. Shely Townsend has dreamed ... Show more

Ed leads the Americas Microsoft AI and Data practice and the Americas Microsoft Fabric & AI Platform CoE, steering analytics and AI initiatives within the Microsoft Azure ecosystem. His focus is on Analytics Modernization, GenAI, accelerating complex projects and enhancing value for clients. Ed is a experienced in design thinking and product/solution development, as well as a specialist in data visulization and business intelligence.

Ed has 30+ years of industry and technology consulting experience with the last 12 years dedicated to the Microsoft AI & Data ecosystem. Industry sector experiences include Life Sciences, Healthcare, Engineering & Construction, Media & Entertainment, and Consumer Goods.

Ed leads the Americas Microsoft AI and Data practice and the Americas Microsoft Fabric & AI Platform CoE, steering analytics and AI initiatives within the Microsoft Azure ecosystem. His focus is on Analytics Modernization, GenAI, accelerating complex... Show more

A Symphony of Talent, Service, and Entertainment
T. S. Edwards or Teresa, affectionately known as "MiZZ Entertainment," is a dynamic force in the entertainment industry, weaving a tapestry of diverse experiences and talents. With an MBA from Kennesaw State University and over two decades of distinguished service in the U.S. Air Force, Edwards has seamlessly transitioned from global military operations to commanding stages and boardrooms alike.

As an entrepreneur, author, executive producer, playwright, and music consultant, Edwards brings unparalleled energy and expertise to every endeavor. Her magnetic presence as a speaker and host has electrified audiences across hundreds of events, collaborating with industry titans such as Warner Bros. Discovery, AT&T, and the Technology Association of Georgia.

Edwards' journey from telecommunications professional to entertainment mogul is a testament to her adaptability and passion. As co-founder of Terror Dome Entertainment, LLC, she channels her creative vision into groundbreaking video and music productions. Her commitment to social causes shines through Silence the Tears, a non-profit she founded to support abused children. And From School to Possibilities, a non-profit she found to support minority high school students interested in media and entertainment.

Featured in CanvasRebel and VoyageATL, Edwards' influence extends beyond the spotlight. She dedicates her time as a KSU Executive MBA Program coach and serves on numerous entertainment and technology boards, shaping the future of the industry.

Her artistic repertoire is as diverse as her skill set, spanning television shows, podcasts, plays, movie shorts, and books. The "Adventures of Hildie and Carlos" children's book series stands as a heartwarming tribute to her granddaughter.

In every role - be it entrepreneur, veteran, consultant, mentor, or family woman - T.S. Edwards brings an infectious enthusiasm and unwavering dedication. Those who work with her don't just become clients; they become part of a legacy built on passion, creativity, and the relentless pursuit of excellence.

T. S. Edwards doesn't just entertain; she inspires, innovates, and ignites the potential in others, truly embodying the essence of "MiZZ Entertainment" in every aspect of her multifaceted career.

A Symphony of Talent, Service, and Entertainment T. S. Edwards or Teresa, affectionately known as "MiZZ Entertainment," is a dynamic force in the entertainment industry, weaving a tapestry of diverse experiences and talents. With an MBA from Kennesa... Show more

John Mead is a youth development speaker and entrepreneur dedicated to helping young people recognize their potential and change the trajectory of their lives. For 15 years, John worked inside a juvenile detention center, where he witnessed firsthand how environment, mindset, and opportunity shape the choices young people make.

Those experiences transformed his perspective and inspired him to build a mission focused on empowering youth through empathy, accountability, and growth mindset. Today, John is the founder of MVA Wellness, where he delivers workshops and talks that help students develop self-awareness, resilience, and self-efficacy.

Through powerful storytelling and real-life lessons from working with justice-involved youth, John helps students challenge limiting beliefs and recognize the power they have to rewrite their future. His work focuses on leadership, personal responsibility, and helping young people believe in what is truly possible for their lives.

John Mead is a youth development speaker and entrepreneur dedicated to helping young people recognize their potential and change the trajectory of their lives. For 15 years, John worked inside a juvenile detention center, where he witnessed firsthand... Show more

Bruce Abernethy is a seasoned developer with over 30 years of experience in corporate, consulting, and product companies. He has developed, written, presented, and taught front-end development as user interface technologies have evolved since 1992. He is currently the Software Development Manager for a financial services company in Grand Rapids, Michigan - leading two teams working on active development in Flutter and supporting back-end technologies.

Bruce Abernethy is a seasoned developer with over 30 years of experience in corporate, consulting, and product companies. He has developed, written, presented, and taught front-end development as user interface technologies have evolved since 1992. ... Show more

Steven started his career in finance and ventured into analytics around 2018. He is currently Co-owner and CTO of DATA KINGDOM, a scale-up in Data Analytics consultancy. Steven focuses mainly on building the Power BI architecture, Data Modeling and Governance. Trough this, he helps clients get more value out of their data.

Steven started his career in finance and ventured into analytics around 2018. He is currently Co-owner and CTO of DATA KINGDOM, a scale-up in Data Analytics consultancy. Steven focuses mainly on building the Power BI architecture, Data Modeling and G... Show more

Ingeniero industrial y de Sistemas, con 19 años de experiencia en el sector Agroindustrial para la exportación
Gerente de Planta de la empresa SOMEREX S.A en Perú.
He tenido a cargo el diseño, implementación y puesta en marcha de proyectos de construcción de plantas procesadoras de productos congelados; así como la implementación de sistemas de Gestión de Seguridad Alimentaria, ISO, Responsabilidad social y Sistema de Gestión en Control y Seguridad y de la cadena de suministro.

Reconocida como Microsoft Office Specialist Excel 2019 Expert y cuento con la especialización en Business Analytics con Excel y Power BI

Cofundadora de las comunidades de Datos Data Latina y Power Platform Perú

Ingeniero industrial y de Sistemas, con 19 años de experiencia en el sector Agroindustrial para la exportación Gerente de Planta de la empresa SOMEREX S.A en Perú. He tenido a cargo el diseño, implementación y puesta en marcha de proyectos de cons... Show more

Meet Lola Salehu, a design and product expert with experience leading design teams, building products from 0 to 1, and delivering with high craft and impact. She specialises in applying innovation and product strategy to generate growth & revenue through delightful products used by millions of people across the world. She is also an experienced Educator, dedicated to helping young people develop the skills and expertise they need to succeed in the tech industry through career guidance and professional development initiatives.

Meet Lola Salehu, a design and product expert with experience leading design teams, building products from 0 to 1, and delivering with high craft and impact. She specialises in applying innovation and product strategy to generate growth & revenue thr... Show more

A thought leader with over 20 years of experience and expertise. As a visionary and accomplished forerunner, Meade consistently drives innovation, scales organisations, and has held pivotal roles in various high-growth startups to Fortune 500 companies. His passion for fostering a culture of excellence, collaboration, and continuous learning has not only resulted in remarkable achievements, but has also made him a sought-after speaker at worldwide events. Meade's ability to bridge the gap between complex concepts and real-world applications makes him a unique animal.

A thought leader with over 20 years of experience and expertise. As a visionary and accomplished forerunner, Meade consistently drives innovation, scales organisations, and has held pivotal roles in various high-growth startups to Fortune 500 compani... Show more

A result-driven software engineer with expertise in community building :) // I teach Microsoft technologies - especially cloud solutions based on Microsoft Azure and Azure Stack.

A result-driven software engineer with expertise in community building :) // I teach Microsoft technologies - especially cloud solutions based on Microsoft Azure and Azure Stack. Show more

Looking for the ultimate natural hair care experience? Look no further than Shawntel Waajid and Nappy Hutt LLC! With over 45 years of experience in braiding and natural hair care, our owner and lead instructor is a master cosmetologist, natural hair care stylist, and master loctitian. Plus, we offer the best in hair care products with our own Fertilizer and Kings Solutions lines. Join us for a hands-on seminar and discover the beauty of natural hair care!

Looking for the ultimate natural hair care experience? Look no further than Shawntel Waajid and Nappy Hutt LLC! With over 45 years of experience in braiding and natural hair care, our owner and lead instructor is a master cosmetologist, natural hair ... Show more

Vikash Agrawal is a Software Development Manager at Amazon Web Services (AWS), leading initiatives in the AWS CloudWatch team. Previously, he played a key role in developing Amazon Q Developer, a Generative AI-powered assistant for developers. With over a decade of experience in software engineering and leadership, Vikash has led high-impact teams at Housing.com and Dream11. A strong advocate for open-source, he has contributed to Mozilla and the World Wide Web Consortium (W3C) through Google Summer of Code. Passionate about AI, cloud computing, and engineering excellence, he is dedicated to building cutting-edge technology that empowers developers worldwide.

Vikash Agrawal is a Software Development Manager at Amazon Web Services (AWS), leading initiatives in the AWS CloudWatch team. Previously, he played a key role in developing Amazon Q Developer, a Generative AI-powered assistant for developers. With o... Show more

David Gregory is a founder, builder, and storyteller working at the intersection of hospitality, tourism, food, business, and experience design.

He is the creator of IC Pasta, a dessert concept built around playful, memorable guest experiences, and the mind behind immersive projects that blend storytelling, hospitality, and real-world interaction. His perspective comes from building businesses, designing experiences, and paying attention to the details most people move past too quickly.

David speaks about what makes experiences feel real, why hospitality loses something when it becomes too polished or too rehearsed, how businesses can build something with a pulse instead of just a pitch, and why context matters more than most people realize. His work is rooted in real operations, guest psychology, storytelling, and the belief that people remember what feels human.

Whether he is talking about food, tourism, service, branding, or experience design, the thread is the same: what makes something worth caring about?

David Gregory is a founder, builder, and storyteller working at the intersection of hospitality, tourism, food, business, and experience design. He is the creator of IC Pasta, a dessert concept built around playful, memorable guest experiences, an... Show more

Have been working with AX and D365FnO for many years as a technical architect. Main focus on trade & logistics and retail, with a soft spot for technical architecture and AI.

Have been working with AX and D365FnO for many years as a technical architect. Main focus on trade & logistics and retail, with a soft spot for technical architecture and AI. Show more