Consumer Goods & Services

Professionals focused on products and services for personal use, working in sectors like retail, customer care, and product development

Kiea Taylor

Kiea Taylor

My name is Kiea Taylor, better known throughout social media as Kreationsbykiki.

I am a licensed, professional nail technician and salon owner with over 15 years of experience in the nail industry. I’ve worked and persevered from the ground up, going from painting other classmates’ nails on the park benches while waiting for carpool, to working everyday in numerous nail salons, posting my work on Instagram, to now owning my own nail salon Tips & Needles and turning my profile name into a successful brand.

With a growing presence of a combined over 200,000 followers across platforms, I love connecting with people and trying out the next best product or trend. I’ve connected and have affiliations with brands such as Tammy Taylor, Profiles Backstage, NotPolish, DulceNailSprinkles, Nail Addict, and many more, and I am always eager to connect and expand.

My name is Kiea Taylor, better known throughout social media as Kreationsbykiki. I am a licensed, professional nail technician and salon owner with over 15 years of experience in the nail industry. I’ve worked and persevered from the ground up, g... Show more

Audrey Jefferson

Audrey Jefferson

Got Nails University's mission is to create a platform for other nail techs to be educated & truly supported.

Got Nails University's mission is to create a platform for other nail techs to be educated & truly supported. Show more

Feliciana Carmouche

Feliciana Carmouche

I am Felecia Carmouche, a master short hair specialist of 26 years and the owner of The Movement Beauty Bar, I obtained my cosmetology license from Ronnie & Dorman's School of Cosmetology. I have worked in Film & Hair Dept. for movie sets in New Orleans, La. I have been an Ambassador Educator for Niarobi Professional. I've taught many classes, worked platform & educated on stage & behind the scenes at many major hair shows for several companies throughout my career all over the United States. I am the founder of The Versatile Pixie Cut, in which I educate stylist in Hands On Classes to teach mastering cutting & styling. I have achieved a host of Certificates, Plaques, Awards & Achievements throughout my career. In which I've developed a Mentor Program to help new & up coming stylist develop more skills to build a successful career.

I am Felecia Carmouche, a master short hair specialist of 26 years and the owner of The Movement Beauty Bar, I obtained my cosmetology license from Ronnie & Dorman's School of Cosmetology. I have worked in Film & Hair Dept. for movie sets in New Orle... Show more

ShuCarra Cotchery

ShuCarra Cotchery

Shu’Carra (Shu) is a Birmingham native but she currently resides in Atlanta, Georgia. After graduating from the University of Alabama with a Bachelor of Arts in Communication Studies, she decided to relocate to Atlanta to pursue her true passion, Hair. She attended Paul Mitchell the School Atlanta. Since becoming a professional in 2018, Shu has worked hard to leave her mark in the beauty industry. She now she owns her own salon, Shu & Company, in the heart of Atlanta; she has serviced many celebrity clients and has recently worked with a few cast members of Married to Medicine. Shu continues to strive to become one of the top extension specialist in the US and plans to expand her brand beyond the imaginable.

Shu’Carra (Shu) is a Birmingham native but she currently resides in Atlanta, Georgia. After graduating from the University of Alabama with a Bachelor of Arts in Communication Studies, she decided to relocate to Atlanta to pursue her true passion, Hai... Show more

Yusha'u El-sunais Sani

Yusha'u El-sunais Sani

Lecturer, Sen. Data Analyst, Front-End Dev., Lead MLH & Dev Grp Dutsinma, Tech-Prenuer Activist, Managing Partner Lumlab

Lecturer, Sen. Data Analyst, Front-End Dev., Lead MLH & Dev Grp Dutsinma, Tech-Prenuer Activist, Managing Partner Lumlab Show more

Edgar Kussberg

Edgar Kussberg

Edgar Kussberg holds a key position as the staff product manager at Snyk, leading the AI/ML group. He's been a core contributor in pioneering AI solutions that revolutionized app security like automatic fixing, reachability & others. Drawing from his background in software engineering, he introduced "Snyk Learn," a dedicated tool designed to enhance software engineers' security skills through timely, contextual, and digestible lessons. Prior to his role at Snyk, Edgar has had a rich journey across multiple ventures, showcasing his flair for innovation, hands-on software development, and product leadership.

Edgar Kussberg holds a key position as the staff product manager at Snyk, leading the AI/ML group. He's been a core contributor in pioneering AI solutions that revolutionized app security like automatic fixing, reachability & others. Drawing from his... Show more

Guri Grewal

Guri Grewal

Analytics, AI/ML leader and strategic advisor with 20+ years’ industry experience driving digital transformation, business strategy and growth for some of the largest F500 enterprises including Amazon (AWS), Hitachi, GE, Visa and Walmart. Known for visionary and innovative “data-as-a-product” approach that has enabled customers monetize value in their data at-scale and launch new digital products with faster speed to market. A hands-on Analytics and ML expert, with track record of packaging complete turn-key digital solutions spanning sensors-to-edge-to-cloud. Vast experience driving large and complex digital transformation initiatives in manufacturing, telecommunications, transportation, retail, healthcare, financial services and energy.

Analytics, AI/ML leader and strategic advisor with 20+ years’ industry experience driving digital transformation, business strategy and growth for some of the largest F500 enterprises including Amazon (AWS), Hitachi, GE, Visa and Walmart. Known for v... Show more

Antonieta Ponce de Leão

Antonieta Ponce de Leão

Antonieta is an Enterprise Agile Coach at eDreams Odigeo and leads the Enterprise ACs team at eDO.

Her work is towards building strong leaders and cohesive leadership, focused on people and agile interactions on the path to Business Agility.

She is passionate about people growth, organizational culture, traveling and new experiences.

Antonieta is an Enterprise Agile Coach at eDreams Odigeo and leads the Enterprise ACs team at eDO. Her work is towards building strong leaders and cohesive leadership, focused on people and agile interactions on the path to Business Agility.
 She... Show more

Erica Crystol

Erica Crystol

Erica Crystol is owner of CrystolClear Naturals, LLC. A Wellness focused business offering Services, Retail and Events around the Pittsburgh area and beyond. Specializing in customizable services and products that incorporate the Body, Mind, Soul and Spirit. They include beauty, skin care, health, metaphysical and more! Utilizing Ceremonial grade plant medicines and ancient healing therapies to provide self care both inside and out is what sets her apart from the rest. Follow her journey or bring her to you!

Erica Crystol is owner of CrystolClear Naturals, LLC. A Wellness focused business offering Services, Retail and Events around the Pittsburgh area and beyond. Specializing in customizable services and products that incorporate the Body, Mind, Soul an... Show more

Sergey Pronin

Sergey Pronin

With more than 10 years of experience in interactive entertainment and videogames I am now bringing my expertise to broader digital products field. I love being part of global consumer and business digital products in entertainment, education, quality of live and other areas. I'm eager to help companies and teams to create products which will change our lives, disrupt major stale areas of our daily business and, in the end, make the world a better place

With more than 10 years of experience in interactive entertainment and videogames I am now bringing my expertise to broader digital products field. I love being part of global consumer and business digital products in entertainment, education, qualit... Show more

Lisanne Drost

Lisanne Drost

Lisanne Drost is the founder of NFTwegwijs, a Dutch NFT learning platform and community.

The first time Lisanne heard about NFT's she was skeptical and confused. Fast-forward to now:

She introduced more than 4000 Dutch people – 95% women - to the NFT dance floor and trading field.

Lisanne wants to show the world - starting with the Netherlands - that NFT's aren’t that intimidating or just for "bros” and its future goes well beyond "just JPEGs".

Not by “get rich quick” promises, but with community building and education, using the native language and lingo of people just like you and me.

She shares all this on Instagram, making it safe and easy for newbies to onboard, with one goal: Educate yourself girls- because this is just the beginning. Girbossification of NFTs!

Lisanne Drost is the founder of NFTwegwijs, a Dutch NFT learning platform and community. The first time Lisanne heard about NFT's she was skeptical and confused. Fast-forward to now: She introduced more than 4000 Dutch people – 95% women - to ... Show more

DeShawn Bullard

DeShawn Bullard

DeShawn Bullard Founder of NouriTress Hair Products is a licensed Cosmetologist, Certified Trichologist and Hair Loss Specialist. She 's been featured on TV Networks such as ABC, NBC, FOX and BET.

DeShawn Bullard Founder of NouriTress Hair Products is a licensed Cosmetologist, Certified Trichologist and Hair Loss Specialist. She 's been featured on TV Networks such as ABC, NBC, FOX and BET. Show more

Carla Bleiz

Carla Bleiz

I have 7+ years in the UX field across different industries (real estate, job seeking, culture & entertainment, education and fintech). I was in charge of several end-to-end processes, which gave me a full understanding of the product cycle. Additionally, I find mentoring students in the UX field hugely rewarding and fulfilling.

I have a bachelor’s degree and a teaching degree in Social Communication Science from the University of Buenos Aires (UBA), and a Diploma in Usability and Accessibility from the National Technological University (UTN).

I have 7+ years in the UX field across different industries (real estate, job seeking, culture & entertainment, education and fintech). I was in charge of several end-to-end processes, which gave me a full understanding of the product cycle. Addition... Show more

Jesse Bunnett

Jesse Bunnett

Furry, inflatable collector and pilot!

Furry, inflatable collector and pilot! Show more

Ola Chowning

Ola Chowning

I’m a partner with ISG (a leading global technology research and advisory firm), the head of Digital for North Europe and global leader in our Adaptive Organization practice. I have been advising and leading organizations through digital transformation for over 20 years with a focus on enterprise agility and modern ways of working, including DevOps, Agile, Lean, and product-oriented delivery - all of which can be severely challenged by legacy cultures. I have expertise in delivery models that contemplate the rapidly changing technology landscape and have advised corporations in the opportunities related to emerging technologies, digital strategy, DevOps, Cloud and culture change, and speak regularly at industry conferences.

I’m a partner with ISG (a leading global technology research and advisory firm), the head of Digital for North Europe and global leader in our Adaptive Organization practice. I have been advising and leading organizations through digital transformati... Show more

Seth Dobrin

Seth Dobrin

Dr. Seth Dobrin, an accomplished authority in artificial intelligence (AI), is the founder and CEO of Qantm AI, a venture launched in 2022. A visionary with over two decades of experience, Dr. Dobrin's career is distinguished by his relentless pursuit of AI-enabled transformation, culminating in his role as IBM's inaugural Global Chief AI Officer, where he effectively integrated AI initiatives into complex business ecosystems.

Before this, as Chief Data Officer at IBM's Software Group, he was instrumental in modernizing the business through data-driven insights. His unique, human-centered approach to AI strategy and its application has helped transform global corporations and propelled a more people-focused AI discourse in the industry.

An ardent advocate of responsible and inclusive AI, Dr. Dobrin served as President of the Responsible AI Institute and actively supports Women Leaders in Data and AI. His transformative contributions have earned him numerous accolades, including AIConics Innovator of the Year and recognition amongst the Top 10 Most Influential Chief AI Officers and Top 50 Tech Entrepreneurs in 2023.

Dobrin's multidisciplinary approach is grounded in his scientific background, holding a Doctorate in Molecular and Cellular Biology from Arizona State University. This and his business acumen inform his impactful work at the nexus of AI, data, and business transformation.

His inspirational leadership, commitment to inclusivity, and human-centric approach to AI underscore his profound influence on ethical AI development worldwide.

Dr. Seth Dobrin, an accomplished authority in artificial intelligence (AI), is the founder and CEO of Qantm AI, a venture launched in 2022. A visionary with over two decades of experience, Dr. Dobrin's career is distinguished by his relentless pursui... Show more

Dr. Vishal Pawar Ph.D.

Dr. Vishal Pawar Ph.D.

Dr. Vishal Pawar, Ph.D. is a 2x times Microsoft Data Platform MVP; currently reconnect MVP member and Microsoft Certified Trainer (MCT), founder of the Global Power BI User, and co-leader of the PASS Business Analytics Virtual Group. He is currently working as a Principal Architect in Lunavi, with decades of experience in BI solution architecture and best practices. He has published more than 1000 articles since 2011 in SQL and BI. Vishal teaches a free Power BI course through Udemy, which has more than 100K+ students from around the globe. Vishal is an exceptional technology community leader worldwide, who actively shares their high quality, real-world expertise with the technical communities.

Dr. Vishal Pawar, Ph.D. is a 2x times Microsoft Data Platform MVP; currently reconnect MVP member and Microsoft Certified Trainer (MCT), founder of the Global Power BI User, and co-leader of the PASS Business Analytics Virtual Group. He is currently ... Show more

Naresh Kumar Gardas

Naresh Kumar Gardas

Gardasnareshkumar

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Deepak Jha

Deepak Jha

Founder, CEO of SurveyGames.Online.

Deepak Jha is a CEO and a serial Silicon Valley Entrepreneur. Founded multiple start-ups. Experience with Accenture, Oracle, GE, Tata, Avaya. Engineering (BIT India); Kellogg MBA

Founder, CEO of SurveyGames.Online. Deepak Jha is a CEO and a serial Silicon Valley Entrepreneur. Founded multiple start-ups. Experience with Accenture, Oracle, GE, Tata, Avaya. Engineering (BIT India); Kellogg MBA Show more

Daniel Teixeira

Daniel Teixeira

Daniel é engenheiro eletricista (UnB) e possui 2 MBAs em Empreendedorismo e Desenvolvimento de Novos Negócios (FGV) e Gestão Integrada de Projetos (ILB/Senado).
É analista do Senado Federal e trabalha no Núcleo de Apoio à Inovação.
Sua atuação é focada principalmente em gestão estratégica e inovação, dentro e fora da esfera pública.
Dentro do Senado, trabalha diretamente na inovação. Está inserido em diversos projetos como gestor, consultor e/ou facilitador.
É professor da Escola de Governo do SF (ILB) em diversas disciplinas, incluindo liderança, planejamento estratégico e metodologia ágil.
Na área privada, possui experiência no ramo de empresas tradicionais e escaláveis (as famosas startups).
Fundou e afundou sua própria startup (27Segundos) e depois abriu uma empresa de consultoria e treinamento (Prólogo), onde atuou como professor, mentor e consultor.
É sócio de um restaurante (Bardana) e um café (Minimalize), ambos em Brasília.

Daniel é engenheiro eletricista (UnB) e possui 2 MBAs em Empreendedorismo e Desenvolvimento de Novos Negócios (FGV) e Gestão Integrada de Projetos (ILB/Senado). É analista do Senado Federal e trabalha no Núcleo de Apoio à Inovação. Sua atuação é fo... Show more

Gagan Prabhu

Gagan Prabhu

Supply Chain Consultant

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Joseph Cabral

Joseph Cabral

Joseph Cabral works as a Owner at Carrocel, which is a Furniture company with an estimated 8 employees; and founded in 1985., their management level is C-Level. Joseph is currently based in Toronto, Canada.

Joseph Cabral works as a Owner at Carrocel, which is a Furniture company with an estimated 8 employees; and founded in 1985., their management level is C-Level. Joseph is currently based in Toronto, Canada. Show more

Annika Spitz

Annika Spitz

Studies: M.Sc. Industrial Engineering with Focus on Innovation Marketing, Automotive
Industry Experience: FMCG, Automotive, FitTech, Sports
Corporates: Beiersdorf, Porsche, Daimler
Startup: Pixformance Sports GmbH
Freelance: Volleyball/ Beach Volleyball Coach

* Former Competitive Athlete - Volleyball Player at University of Arkansas at Pine Bluff, USA (NCAA Division I)
* Volleyball Coach (B License)

Studies: M.Sc. Industrial Engineering with Focus on Innovation Marketing, Automotive Industry Experience: FMCG, Automotive, FitTech, Sports Corporates: Beiersdorf, Porsche, Daimler Startup: Pixformance Sports GmbH Freelance: Volleyball/ Beach Vol... Show more

Sarah Swann

Sarah Swann

Sarah Swann, owner of Pink Swann Beauty, is no stranger, with over 15+ yrs in the beauty industry. Similar to Avon & Mary Kay, Sarah helps other entrepreneurs to gain a foothold in the beauty world buy starting their own business.

Sarah Swann, owner of Pink Swann Beauty, is no stranger, with over 15+ yrs in the beauty industry. Similar to Avon & Mary Kay, Sarah helps other entrepreneurs to gain a foothold in the beauty world buy starting their own business. Show more

Ellen Williams

Ellen Williams

Ellen is a queer parent of 3 and an iOS developer with a passion for supporting others and taking long walks. An educator turned developer, Ellen discovered her passion for programming while teaching her students how to code. In 2016, she took the plunge and decided to follow her passion by embarking on an iOS apprenticeship. Since then, Ellen has worked on a variety of teams creating apps for e-commerce, banking, and automotive, among other fields. She spends her free time with her family going on adventures wherever and whenever they can.

Ellen is a queer parent of 3 and an iOS developer with a passion for supporting others and taking long walks. An educator turned developer, Ellen discovered her passion for programming while teaching her students how to code. In 2016, she took the pl... Show more

Carla Rodriguez

Carla Rodriguez

Regional UX Team Leader para Visma Latam, con más de 7 años diseñando productos centrados en el usuario. Brindo asesoría UX a diversos clientes. Miembro de Emprelatam Batch ECL3 y soy parte de varias comunidades de startup.

Regional UX Team Leader para Visma Latam, con más de 7 años diseñando productos centrados en el usuario. Brindo asesoría UX a diversos clientes. Miembro de Emprelatam Batch ECL3 y soy parte de varias comunidades de startup. Show more

Amy Cassel

Amy Cassel

Amy currently serves as the Sales and Distribution Regional Vice President of Kansas. During her 25 year tenure at Farm Bureau Financial Services, she worked in many different capacities. The first half of her career was spent working on the operations side of the house where she learned the importance of systems, processes, and underwriting guidelines to assure our agency force was writing profitable business. In these roles she partnered closely with the agency force and supported them on many levels. While serving in this role, she began to truly understand the significant impact that our agency force has on families across our communities. Following this newfound passion and appreciation of the important work they do, she transitioned to Sales and Distribution, becoming an agent for the organization in 2009. From there, Amy was promoted to various leadership and management positions. Amy resides in Northeast Kansas with her husband Aric. Together they have three adult children and a beautiful grandson.

Amy currently serves as the Sales and Distribution Regional Vice President of Kansas. During her 25 year tenure at Farm Bureau Financial Services, she worked in many different capacities. The first half of her career was spent working on the operat... Show more

Sarah Wilson-Reissmann

Sarah Wilson-Reissmann

Sarah is passionate about riding bikes (obviously), fermented foods, and evangelizing user experience. She loves the challenge of balancing user needs and business goals in e-commerce and has worked at Canyon since early 2021.

Sarah is passionate about riding bikes (obviously), fermented foods, and evangelizing user experience. She loves the challenge of balancing user needs and business goals in e-commerce and has worked at Canyon since early 2021. Show more

Frances Sun

Frances Sun

Frances Sun is a Taiwanese UX/UI designer with almost 15 years of experience in UI/UX at some of the world’s biggest and most respected names in technology and entertainment.

In her current role at The Walt Disney Company, she leads the Ad Platforms team, overseeing UX for the flagship sales product used across Disney’s linear channels like ABC and ESPN.

Frances began her teaching career in 2020 at Austin Community College, where she taught UX/UI design, visual design, and portfolio design.

Frances Sun is a Taiwanese UX/UI designer with almost 15 years of experience in UI/UX at some of the world’s biggest and most respected names in technology and entertainment. In her current role at The Walt Disney Company, she leads the Ad Platfor... Show more

Yvon Koudam

Yvon Koudam

Yvon KOUDAM est un entrepreneur tech spécialiste de la transformation digitale. Avec des études en ingénierie informatique et passionné des nouvelles technologies, il a cofondé KONDJIGBALE, une startup qui s’aligne sur l'ODD 3 pour rendre les services de santé accessibles à tous en proposant des solutions innovantes et adaptées qui touchent toutes les populations, surtout les plus reculées et les plus vulnérables.

Au-delà de son travail impressionnant avec sa startup, Yvon KOUDAM est également profondément engagé dans sa communauté. Toujours avec le digital comme outil pour impacter, il a été désigné par le gouvernement togolais comme étant le délégué national de la Semaine de l'Innovation des Jeunes, rassemblant plus de 3 000 jeunes autour de l'innovation. Il utilise également son expertise en tant que consultant pour aider les startups et les organisations à établir une identité numérique forte.

Au cours de ses sept années d'expérience professionnelle et quatre dans le milieu entrepreneurial, Yvon KOUDAM a développé un leadership exceptionnel, qu'il partage avec sa communauté. Il participe à diverses initiatives de promotion de l'entrepreneuriat auprès des jeunes et a été reconnu comme l'une des 10 personnalités de Togo Top Impact en juin 2019.

Reconnu parmi les 100 leaders mondiaux en 2022 par la communauté Meaningful Business, qui allient profit et raison d'être pour aider à atteindre les ODD, ce n’est pas moins qu'en juin 2023 qu’il figure dans le Magazine Forbes Afrique parmi les "30under30", qui représente les 30 jeunes de moins de 30 ans qui construisent l’Afrique de demain.

Yvon KOUDAM a également représenté le Togo plusieurs fois à l'international sur les questions liées à l'économie numérique, la santé numérique, le leadership et l'innovation. Il a été conférencier/panéliste parmi les jeunes du continent africain lors du Forum international des jeunes sur le leadership de Brazzaville en mars 2023. Il a également participé plusieurs fois à Marseille dans le cadre du sommet « Emerging Valley », qui rassemble les acteurs du monde innovant des deux rives de la Méditerranée.

Avec sa motivation et sa confiance, Yvon KOUDAM vise à contribuer à l'amélioration du système de santé de son pays et à favoriser l'adoption des nouvelles technologies pour favoriser la croissance économique.

Il est lauréat de plusieurs prix et distinctions nationaux et internationaux. Ses réalisations impressionnantes et son engagement font de lui une véritable source d'inspiration pour les aspirants entrepreneurs et dirigeants au Togo et au-delà.

Yvon KOUDAM est un entrepreneur tech spécialiste de la transformation digitale. Avec des études en ingénierie informatique et passionné des nouvelles technologies, il a cofondé KONDJIGBALE, une startup qui s’aligne sur l'ODD 3 pour rendre les service... Show more

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