I'm a Senior Engineering Manager with over 16 years of experience building and scaling technology platforms across retail and ecommerce. I lead engineering teams responsible for cloud infrastructure, platform modernization, and applied AI, with particular focus on bringing generative AI, retrieval-augmented generation, and computer vision from proof-of-concept into reliable, production-scale systems across thousands of physical locations. I was part of an internal AI Champions program, helping train teams across the organization — not just a single centralized group — to build and scale their own AI-driven solutions, resulting in measurable improvements to both customer experience and internal operations. I'm passionate about the practical, often-overlooked engineering discipline behind real-world AI: rigorous evaluation, honest capacity planning, and leading teams through the tradeoffs that separate a working demo from a system that holds up at scale. I previously spoke at Dynatrace Perform 2023 on Cloud Journey and Observability at Scale.

I'm a Senior Engineering Manager with over 16 years of experience building and scaling technology platforms across retail and ecommerce. I lead engineering teams responsible for cloud infrastructure, platform modernization, and applied AI, with parti... Show more

Anna Daugherty is the Senior Product Marketing Manager at Arnica where she spends her days trying to unlock the power of developer experience for application security. She has been a product marketer for more than 6 years, and in technology marketing for 11+ years. She enjoys video games, tabletop roleplaying, horror movies, and Carly Rae Jepsen.

Anna Daugherty is the Senior Product Marketing Manager at Arnica where she spends her days trying to unlock the power of developer experience for application security. She has been a product marketer for more than 6 years, and in technology marketing... Show more

Markus Mäkelä is a platform engineer specializing in generative AI applications. Over the past 2 years, he has focused primarily on integrating agentic capabilities into various parts of the platform engineering stack. He especially enjoys developing scalable and portable foundations that enables his team to keep pace with the fast moving cutting edge of the field of generative AI.

Markus Mäkelä is a platform engineer specializing in generative AI applications. Over the past 2 years, he has focused primarily on integrating agentic capabilities into various parts of the platform engineering stack. He especially enjoys developing... Show more

Frederic hat in den letzten 10 Jahren Unternehmen dabei geholfen, Data & AI praktisch einzusetzen. Nicht auf dem Papier, sondern in Produktion. Nach über 150 umgesetzten Projekten hat er WE BUILD AI gegründet. Heute baut er mit seinem zehnköpfigen Team AI-Lösungen, die im Alltag funktionieren.

Frederic hat in den letzten 10 Jahren Unternehmen dabei geholfen, Data & AI praktisch einzusetzen. Nicht auf dem Papier, sondern in Produktion. Nach über 150 umgesetzten Projekten hat er WE BUILD AI gegründet. Heute baut er mit seinem zehnköpfigen Te... Show more

I am the Global Community Manager at Precogly, an open-source threat modeling platform, leading the charge in building and scaling a global community around our solution.

What I Do: I own the end-to-end community experience—from developer relations and AppSec engagement to strategic outreach targeting DORA/CRA compliance stakeholders. I orchestrate our presence across Discord, GitHub, LinkedIn, and X, creating touchpoints that matter.

My day-to-day includes running AMAs (Ask Me Anything) with security leaders, hosting webinars and product demos, executing outbound campaigns to developers and enterprise AppSec teams, and maintaining a direct feedback loop between our community and product team. I don’t just manage conversations—I shape product direction by translating user needs into actionable insights.

Working at the intersection of cybersecurity, compliance, and open-source community building, I’m helping redefine how security practitioners approach threat modeling. This role demands high discipline, consistent output, and comfort with rejection—qualities I bring to every outreach effort and community interaction.

Background: With 4+ years in Social Media Marketing and team leadership experience, I’ve delivered results across 10+ projects in Healthcare, Hospitality, Telecalling, and Education, specializing in Lead Generation, Campaign Management, and Community Growth.

I am the Global Community Manager at Precogly, an open-source threat modeling platform, leading the charge in building and scaling a global community around our solution. What I Do: I own the end-to-end community experience—from developer relation... Show more

Software, hardware, transmedia, games... I've dabbled a lot, and now I enjoy connecting things together in weird new ways.

Back in 2019 I was using Liveview Pre-0.1, for an interactive treasure hunt for guests leading up to my wedding. Now I'm hacking on physical computer concepts, including a Go board that plays against you with no visible computer present.

I love meeting interesting people, and talking about new ideas. Before, during or after the conf, please find me for a chat.

Software, hardware, transmedia, games... I've dabbled a lot, and now I enjoy connecting things together in weird new ways. Back in 2019 I was using Liveview Pre-0.1, for an interactive treasure hunt for guests leading up to my wedding. Now I'm ha... Show more

Megan is a Software Engineering Manager specializing in DevExp and SRE at Canopy Security. She leads a multidisciplinary team focused on building internal tooling, while also driving devops and security initiatives. Prior to stepping into engineering leadership, she was a full-stack developer with Canopy, contributing to internal tools and core API development. Her background also includes time at Shopify in Developer Relations, and experience Ford Motor Company working on R&D development.

Megan is a Software Engineering Manager specializing in DevExp and SRE at Canopy Security. She leads a multidisciplinary team focused on building internal tooling, while also driving devops and security initiatives. Prior to stepping into engineering... Show more

Jill Shortreed is a business strategist, speaker, educator, and founder of Fable & Firm Co. Long before “mompreneur” became a hashtag, she was building businesses while raising five children.

Over more than 25 years, Jill built what became the largest retail balloon shop in North America, taught business and industry education for more than a decade, and served as Director of Education for a leading balloon manufacturer.

Then, in her late 50s, Jill found herself rebuilding her career and creating a new chapter from the experience she had spent decades earning. That season shaped the message at the heart of her work: starting over is not the same as starting from scratch.

Jill speaks on business strategy, resilience, reinvention, women in business, and making the right next move when life or business changes unexpectedly. Her talks combine real stories, practical strategy, and honest lessons from building, leading, losing, and rebuilding. Audiences leave with more than inspiration—they leave knowing what to do next.

Jill Shortreed is a business strategist, speaker, educator, and founder of Fable & Firm Co. Long before “mompreneur” became a hashtag, she was building businesses while raising five children. Over more than 25 years, Jill built what became the lar... Show more

Renato Ucha é empreendedor, mentor e palestrante. É apaixonado por agilidade, liderança e desenvolvimento humano. Formado em administração de empresas, certificado em gestão de projetos ágeis e waterfall, especializado em gestão da estratégia pelo Insper e com MBA em gestão de pessoas pela FGV. Foi Conselheiro de Segurança de Cidade Ademar, presidiu a Associação Perímetro Urbano e atuou nas áreas de tecnologia e inovação em empresas como Banco Itaú, Itaú BBA, Bank of America, Ambev e Ford. É autor de livros como ”As Chaves para Destravar sua Carreira após os 30 anos", "5 ações diárias para se destacar em times ágeis" e "5 crenças corporativas que colocam em xeque seu trabalho com agilidade".

Renato Ucha é empreendedor, mentor e palestrante. É apaixonado por agilidade, liderança e desenvolvimento humano. Formado em administração de empresas, certificado em gestão de projetos ágeis e waterfall, especializado em gestão da estratégia pelo In... Show more

Arunkumar Amaran is a Senior Technology Leader with over 20 years of experience building enterprise-scale, AI-driven, cloud-native data platforms across retail and industrial technology domains. As Technology Manager at Macy's Systems & Technology, he leads the Unified Data Foundation — a GCP-native platform powering real-time data pipelines across Merchandising, Marketing, Finance, Supply Chain, and Customer domains — and pioneers agentic AI frameworks that automate code generation and enterprise modernization at scale.
A Senior Member of the IEEE and published researcher in Responsible AI, Generative AI, and Streaming Data Architecture, Arunkumar has presented at IEEE international conferences, reviewed 80+ technical papers globally, and serves on Program Committees across four international conferences. He is passionate about building trustworthy, human-centric AI systems that balance innovation with accountability.

Arunkumar Amaran is a Senior Technology Leader with over 20 years of experience building enterprise-scale, AI-driven, cloud-native data platforms across retail and industrial technology domains. As Technology Manager at Macy's Systems & Technology, h... Show more

CEO | Palestrante | Head de Agilidade & Inovação | Professor | Conselheiro.

CEO | Palestrante | Head de Agilidade & Inovação | Professor | Conselheiro. Show more

Paul Campione currently works at ESPN and is the creator/host of the What Do You Collect? Podcast – which is your deep dive into the world of collecting. Everyone collects something, What Do You Collect? Paul Campione (@PaulieWizWit) explores Sports Cards, NFTs, Disney, Fashion, Sneakers, Hats, Purses, Pokémon, Comics, Plushies, Toys, Memorabilia, Posters, Magazines & more. Get to know these high profiled collectors and the stories behind what and why they collect. Featured guests like Gary Vaynerchuk, Tony Reali (ESPN), Tristan Thompson (NBA), NYC Mayor Eric Adams, Rhonda Swan, Heritage Auctions, Tom Bancroft (Disney Artist) & many more. Find out what items they have aquired in their collecting journey. Listen to these intimate stories and the meaning behind why they go to great lengths to obtain & hold these prized collectibles in their personal collection.

Paul Campione currently works at ESPN and is the creator/host of the What Do You Collect? Podcast – which is your deep dive into the world of collecting. Everyone collects something, What Do You Collect? Paul Campione (@PaulieWizWit) explores Sports ... Show more

Myself Venkata Suresh Babu Kamma a Senior Oracle ERP Cloud Architect with over 20+ years of experience designing, implementing, and governing large-scale enterprise ERP systems across public sector, transportation, higher education, utilities, and regulated capital-program environments.
I am specializes in Oracle ERP Cloud Project Portfolio Management (PPM), Grants Management, Project Costing, Project Billing, Contracts, General Ledger, and Subledger Accounting, with a governance-first architectural approach. My work emphasizes embedding compliance, audit readiness, predictive forecasting, and long-term sustainability directly into ERP system design.
I have led and advised ERP initiatives involving federal and state grants, multi-year capital and infrastructure programs, multi-entity funding structures, and high-scrutiny audit environments. I am expertised with spans both greenfield Oracle ERP Cloud implementations and modernization of complex legacy ERP environments.

I have contributed an enterprise ERP architect focused on governance-driven system design for public sector organizations. My work integrates funding structures, execution controls, financial integration, and predictive oversight into scalable ERP architectures that support long-term accountability and public stewardship. My Original contributions synthesizes his architectural models and governance frameworks developed through hands-on leadership of complex ERP initiatives.

Myself Venkata Suresh Babu Kamma a Senior Oracle ERP Cloud Architect with over 20+ years of experience designing, implementing, and governing large-scale enterprise ERP systems across public sector, transportation, higher education, utilities, and re... Show more

Dennis is Head of Engineering D2C at Carhartt WIP, where he leads the App, Webshop, and Integrations teams behind the brand's composable commerce platform, live in 23 countries. A former independent consultant, he's spent years helping companies navigate the trade-offs of MACH architectures — pragmatic about when composable wins, and honest about when it doesn't.

Dennis is Head of Engineering D2C at Carhartt WIP, where he leads the App, Webshop, and Integrations teams behind the brand's composable commerce platform, live in 23 countries. A former independent consultant, he's spent years helping companies navi... Show more

Achille Nguela is an IT Manager at Ferrero FERRERO Group with nearly 20 years of information technology experience in enterprise environments. Based in Yaoundé, Cameroon,

Microsoft Certified Trainer
project management Professional (PMP)
Risk Management Professional (RMP)
Professional SCRUM Master 1
Professional SCRUM Master 2
Microsoft Certified AI Business Professional
Microsoft Certified AI Tranformer Leader

He collaborates regularly with leading consulting partners including Capgemini and Accenture. Combining corporate expertise with academic engagement,

Key Areas of Expertise
Digital Transformation • Business Intelligence • IT Management • IT Gouvernance • Team Leadership & Development • Regional IT Strategy

Achille Nguela is an IT Manager at Ferrero FERRERO Group with nearly 20 years of information technology experience in enterprise environments. Based in Yaoundé, Cameroon, Microsoft Certified Trainer project management Professional (PMP) Risk Ma... Show more

Les projets réussissent rarement par la seule qualité d'une offre, d'une stratégie ou d'une équipe.
Ils réussissent lorsque la vision, les personnes, les compétences et les actions avancent dans la même direction.

Depuis plus de 20 ans, j'évolue à la croisée du design, du marketing, du développement commercial, de la communication et de la gestion de projet. Mon parcours m'a permis d'acquérir une vision globale des organisations et de comprendre comment relier des expertises parfois cloisonnées autour d'un objectif commun.

J'accompagne les dirigeants, les PME et les organisations dans leurs phases de création, de structuration ou de transformation en créant du lien entre stratégie, offre, communication, expérience client et développement d'activité.

Mon rôle consiste à clarifier une vision, structurer une offre, aligner les parties prenantes, faciliter la collaboration et transformer les intentions en réalisations concrètes.

J’interviens notamment sur :

✔️ Le positionnement et la valorisation des offres
✔️ La structuration du développement commercial
✔️ L’alignement entre stratégie, marketing, communication et expérience client
✔️ La conception de dispositifs, parcours et supports au service des objectifs
✔️ Le pilotage de projets transverses
✔️ La coordination d’équipes, de partenaires et de parties prenantes
✔️ L’accompagnement au changement et la montée en compétences

Ma pratique repose sur trois dimensions complémentaires :

1️⃣ Stratège : donner du sens, de la cohérence et une direction.
2️⃣ Conceptrice : transformer les idées en solutions concrètes et adaptées.
3️⃣ Facilitatrice : faire émerger, transmettre et mettre en mouvement.

Je crée du lien entre les idées, les personnes et les actions pour rendre les projets plus cohérents, plus fluides et plus créateurs de valeur.

Les projets réussissent rarement par la seule qualité d'une offre, d'une stratégie ou d'une équipe. Ils réussissent lorsque la vision, les personnes, les compétences et les actions avancent dans la même direction. Depuis plus de 20 ans, j'évolue ... Show more

Yari, also known as Iaroslav Tugai or Ярослав Тугай, is the founder of AF SCOOTERS, an electric scooter shop and repair workshop with locations in Castellón de la Plana and Borriana, Spain.

Since March 2017, AF SCOOTERS has specialised in electric scooter repairs, custom-made lithium batteries speed an autonomy and the sale of scooters, batteries, spare parts and accessories throughout Spain and the European Union.

Yari shares practical knowledge about electric mobility, specialised workshop management, scooter repairs, range extension and lithium battery manufacturing according to the vehicle model, voltage and configuration.

Yari is also known like a founder of ANNANAS which is an international barbershop in Valencia specializing in men’s haircuts, fades, beard shaping and styling, as well as other grooming services. ANNANAS has two locations, ANNANAS Alfahuir and ANNANAS Blasco Ibáñez, serving local and international clients in Ukrainian, Spanish, English and Russian. The first ANNANAS barbershop has been operating in Valencia since 2021.

Yari, also known as Iaroslav Tugai or Ярослав Тугай, is the founder of AF SCOOTERS, an electric scooter shop and repair workshop with locations in Castellón de la Plana and Borriana, Spain. Since March 2017, AF SCOOTERS has specialised in electric... Show more

Senior Solution Architect with 10 years of hands-on experience in Dynamics 365 Finance, Supply Chain, and Commerce. I've led implementations across retail, fashion, food and beverage, manufacturing, and logistics, delivering multi-country rollouts spanning the US, UK, Italy, and Brazil. My current focus is on agentic AI architecture in the Dynamics ecosystem, building composable agent patterns using MCP, Copilot Studio, and the Power Platform. I hold MB-300, PL-200, PL-900, and AI-900 certifications.

Day to day, I split my time between technical presales and active delivery. I work directly with users to uncover pain points, design solutions that hold up past go-live, and mentor consultants coming up in the ecosystem.

As a speaker, my goal is simple: share knowledge, provide practical tools, and spark a smile. Because if you're smiling, I know the first two have landed.

Senior Solution Architect with 10 years of hands-on experience in Dynamics 365 Finance, Supply Chain, and Commerce. I've led implementations across retail, fashion, food and beverage, manufacturing, and logistics, delivering multi-country rollouts sp... Show more

Tim Bird is a Principal Software Engineer for Sony Corporation, where he helps Sony use Linux and other open source software in their products. Tim is the organizer of the Linux Boot-Time Special Interest Group and is involved with various Linux Foundation projects (including being a member of the LF board of directors). Tim created and continues to run the Embedded Linux Conference.

Tim has been working with Linux for over 30 years.

Tim Bird is a Principal Software Engineer for Sony Corporation, where he helps Sony use Linux and other open source software in their products. Tim is the organizer of the Linux Boot-Time Special Interest Group and is involved with various Linux Fou... Show more

Thomas Brinker is a Senior System Engineer and Project Manager at emlix GmbH. He specializes in the architecture and design of embedded Linux-based systems for medical technology, consumer electronics, and industrial applications, as well as their network integration.

Thomas Brinker is a Senior System Engineer and Project Manager at emlix GmbH. He specializes in the architecture and design of embedded Linux-based systems for medical technology, consumer electronics, and industrial applications, as well as their ne... Show more

Kent Hviid Frederiksen. VP Rewards at the LEGO Group
Kent is currently Vice President, Reward at The LEGO Group and brings over two decades of global experience in Reward having navigated the complexities of multinational corporations. Throughout his career, his focus has been on creating awesome value propositions aligned with company strategy, purpose and values and adaptation to the evolving employee and diverse employment landscape. Responsibilities include Well-Being, hybrid working, Mobility, Executive Reward, Business Travel, Performance Management, STI/LTIP and overall ability to attract & retain talent.

Kent Hviid Frederiksen. VP Rewards at the LEGO Group Kent is currently Vice President, Reward at The LEGO Group and brings over two decades of global experience in Reward having navigated the complexities of multinational corporations. Throughout h... Show more

Charutha Bandara has built his professional journey through steady effort, careful thinking, and a strong sense of responsibility. Over more than a decade, he developed his career by working directly with real systems and real challenges, allowing experience to shape his decisions. His progress reflects patience and consistency, with growth emerging from hands-on work rather than shortcuts. This approach has guided his movement from technical roles into leadership and entrepreneurial responsibilities.

In the early part of his career, Charutha demonstrated a strong interest in understanding how complex systems operate in practical settings. Software engineering became the foundation for this interest, offering a structured way to approach real-world problems. Charutha D. Bandara worked across different technical environments, learning how to adapt while maintaining reliability and clarity. These early experiences helped him develop discipline, attention to detail, and an appreciation for clear communication when working with others.

As his experience grew, he began taking on responsibilities beyond direct development tasks. Bandara contributed to planning, system design, and long-term decision-making, which required a broader perspective. This shift encouraged him to think about sustainability, usability, and long-term impact rather than only immediate results. Balancing technical execution with thoughtful planning became a key part of his professional growth.

Over time, he moved into senior and executive-level roles, leading teams and managing priorities. These positions required steady judgment, accountability, and the ability to make clear decisions under pressure. His leadership style remained grounded in firsthand technical experience, helping him stay realistic and approachable. He emphasized preparation, consistency, and follow-through, building trust through actions rather than authority.

After many years in technology-focused roles, Charutha reached a point where he could pursue work more closely aligned with his personal interests. Motorcycles had long been an essential part of his life, offering balance outside professional responsibilities. Riding and maintaining performance machines reinforced values he already practiced in his work, including precision, patience, and respect for tools and process.

This personal interest eventually intersected with his professional background. Bandara recognized the importance of careful motorcycle transportation and applied his technical and operational mindset to help shape a service built around responsibility and experience. Systems were thoughtfully designed, and service standards reflected an understanding of what riders value when they trust others with their machines. Growth followed through reliability and consistency rather than speed.

Outside of professional work, Charutha D. Bandara maintains a creative interest in photography, focusing mainly on landscapes and automotive subjects. This outlet supports observation and balance, complementing his technical discipline. Across engineering, leadership, entrepreneurship, and creative pursuits, Charutha Bandara continues to focus on steady improvement, clear thinking, and work shaped by experience, care, and long-term commitment.

Charutha Bandara has built his professional journey through steady effort, careful thinking, and a strong sense of responsibility. Over more than a decade, he developed his career by working directly with real systems and real challenges, allowing ex... Show more

Ishan Kumar is the Founder of InTheBox, a startup reimagining packaging through technology. He is building a cloud-powered platform that enables businesses to design, visualize, and customize packaging with interactive 3D models, making the packaging process faster, more collaborative, and more accessible.

Currently pursuing Computer Science Engineering at Chitkara University, Ishan actively contributes to the developer and startup ecosystem through community leadership, mentoring, hackathons, and entrepreneurship initiatives. He has organized and supported numerous technical and innovation-focused events while working closely with students, founders, and developers.

Passionate about solving real-world problems with technology, Ishan enjoys sharing the engineering decisions, failures, and lessons learned while building products from the ground up. His talks focus on practical product development, cloud technologies, startup execution, and transforming traditional industries through modern software.

Ishan Kumar is the Founder of InTheBox, a startup reimagining packaging through technology. He is building a cloud-powered platform that enables businesses to design, visualize, and customize packaging with interactive 3D models, making the packaging... Show more

Solution Engineer at Microsoft specialising in data security and compliance. With a strong foundation in European and international law, she helps organisations navigate complex regulatory environments by translating legal and business requirements into effective technology solutions. She enables customers to bridge the gap between compliance mandates and technical implementation, driving secure, scalable, and compliant data protection strategies.

Solution Engineer at Microsoft specialising in data security and compliance. With a strong foundation in European and international law, she helps organisations navigate complex regulatory environments by translating legal and business requirements i... Show more

Stefan Wolk ist Chief Digital Officer und Vice President Digital Solutions & Innovation bei Fielmann. Seit mehr als 25 Jahren gestaltet er die digitale Entwicklung von E-Commerce und Omnichannel-Retail – von den frühen Pionierzeiten des Online-Handels bis zur heutigen daten- und KI-getriebenen Transformation. Bei Fielmann verantwortet er die digitale Strategie, die Einführung neuer Technologien sowie die Entwicklung kundenzentrierter Omnichannel-Erlebnisse.

Stefan Wolk ist Chief Digital Officer und Vice President Digital Solutions & Innovation bei Fielmann. Seit mehr als 25 Jahren gestaltet er die digitale Entwicklung von E-Commerce und Omnichannel-Retail – von den frühen Pionierzeiten des Online-Handel... Show more

JJ is the owner and maker behind Rogue Goat Soaps, a handcrafted soap and body care company serving customers throughout the Four Corners region. Through years of entrepreneurship, markets, product development, and business growth, she has learned firsthand that success often comes not from doing more, but from focusing on what you do best. JJ brings practical experience, humor, and real-world lessons that resonate with makers and creative business owners navigating the challenges of growth.

JJ is the owner and maker behind Rogue Goat Soaps, a handcrafted soap and body care company serving customers throughout the Four Corners region. Through years of entrepreneurship, markets, product development, and business growth, she has learned fi... Show more

Srinivas Ankam is a distinguished Oracle Retail Database Administrator and Manhattan WMS/OMS Administrator with over 20 years of experience implementing and supporting retail technology solutions for global industry leaders.
As a Senior Oracle Retail DBA at Cloud5 Technologies, Srinivas has spearheaded the deployment of critical Oracle Retail modules and revolutionized environment automation, reducing deployment times by 85% while enhancing system reliability. His expertise in performance tuning has consistently delivered 30% improvements in query response times for enterprise-scale retail operations.
Throughout his career with organizations including Wipro Technologies, IBM, and HCL, Srinivas has led transformative projects for retail giants such as TJX, Kroger, Disney, and GAP. His implementation of Manhattan WMS resulted in a 95% increase in inventory accuracy and a 20% reduction in order processing time, while his automated frameworks for patch deployment have reduced application downtime by 70%.
Srinivas specializes in Oracle Retail modules (RMS, RPM, SIM, REIM), Manhattan WMS/OMS implementation, Oracle RAC architecture, and DevOps automation using Jenkins, Ansible, and Terraform. His innovative approach to system integration and performance optimization has established him as a thought leader in retail technology infrastructure.
He holds a Master of Computer Applications degree from Jawaharlal Nehru Technological University and is an Oracle Certified Professional (OCP).

Srinivas Ankam is a distinguished Oracle Retail Database Administrator and Manhattan WMS/OMS Administrator with over 20 years of experience implementing and supporting retail technology solutions for global industry leaders. As a Senior Oracle Retai... Show more

Cassandra Bankson is a beauty industry expert, creator economy entrepreneur, and one of the most trusted voices in skincare: a medical esthetician who built an audience of more than five million by telling the truth. At seventeen, she was a working model hiding severe cystic acne under layers of makeup. Then she did the unthinkable: she wiped it all off on camera. The video went viral, and a global platform was born.

What started as one honest video became a business. Cassandra's content now boasts over 500 million views, reaching a science-hungry audience every day, and she's turned that trust into real commerce, from live selling to six-figure sales days. She's become a case study in how creators build credible influence at scale, and how brands actually earn it.

Today she speaks at the intersection of the three forces reshaping her industry: the science of beauty, the business of the creator economy, and the technology, including AI, that is changing both. She's shared stages from SXSW and VidCon to the Forbes 30/50 Summit in Abu Dhabi and the New York Stock Exchange, translating complex science and fast-moving tech into something any audience can act on. Wherever she speaks, the throughline is the same: real expertise, radical honesty, and trust that captivates.

Cassandra Bankson is a beauty industry expert, creator economy entrepreneur, and one of the most trusted voices in skincare: a medical esthetician who built an audience of more than five million by telling the truth. At seventeen, she was a working m... Show more

Program Owner for Microsoft, Founder at Cyber Digits inc., account Executive at Appfluence inc. 34 years old, Masters in Business Administration, born In California, live in Rural area in Alabama.

Program Owner for Microsoft, Founder at Cyber Digits inc., account Executive at Appfluence inc. 34 years old, Masters in Business Administration, born In California, live in Rural area in Alabama. Show more

Nikhil Mehra is a Senior Product Manager specializing in AI systems, data platforms, and product strategy. He focuses on architecting decision loops, data contracts, and human-in-the-loop patterns using high-velocity, real-time domains as a proving ground for scalable AI product design. His work spans automation frameworks and experimentation systems operating at scale in complex, multi-stakeholder environments. Nikhil writes and speaks on bridging the gap between AI model capabilities and practical product implementation, emphasizing system reliability, risk thresholds, and operational guardrails.

Nikhil Mehra is a Senior Product Manager specializing in AI systems, data platforms, and product strategy. He focuses on architecting decision loops, data contracts, and human-in-the-loop patterns using high-velocity, real-time domains as a proving g... Show more