Owner of AllergenFreeCooking.com (food allergen information, advocacy, and recipes) and 9allergens.com (Major Food Allergens information), Consumer Representative on the Executive Board for the Conference for Food Protection (CFP, http://foodprotect.org), Past Co-chair of the CFP's Allergen Committee.

Owner of AllergenFreeCooking.com (food allergen information, advocacy, and recipes) and 9allergens.com (Major Food Allergens information), Consumer Representative on the Executive Board for the Conference for Food Protection (CFP, http://foodprotect.... Show more

Senior Software Engineer at Distrobird with 6+ years of experience in Ruby on Rails, React, Next.js, and PostgreSQL. Passionate about creating impactful software solutions and providing high-quality customer support. Strong advocate for innovation in tech, automation, and building scalable systems.

Faith is highly skilled in building flexible billing systems, scalable permissions, and calling features, and has hands-on experience with automating outreach sequences and integrating third-party tools like HubSpot. He has successfully driven software improvements while mentoring teams and guiding new engineers.

Senior Software Engineer at Distrobird with 6+ years of experience in Ruby on Rails, React, Next.js, and PostgreSQL. Passionate about creating impactful software solutions and providing high-quality customer support. Strong advocate for innovation in... Show more

Jean Simonet is an ex-Bethesda developer, visionary engineer who turned a wild idea, Bluetooth-enabled smart dice, into a $3.5 million Kickstarter. As the founder of Pixels, he merges engineering with imaginative gameplay, bringing technology to the tabletop like never before. Jean speaks on the intersection of Kickstarter trials and tribulations, open-source design, community-fueled innovation, and the grit required to bring complex consumer electronics to life in a creative industry.

Jean Simonet is an ex-Bethesda developer, visionary engineer who turned a wild idea, Bluetooth-enabled smart dice, into a $3.5 million Kickstarter. As the founder of Pixels, he merges engineering with imaginative gameplay, bringing technology to the ... Show more

I am a seasoned tech professional with 15+ years of experience leading product teams across Amazon, Ford, Honeywell along with experience as management consultant and entrepreneurship.

I am a seasoned tech professional with 15+ years of experience leading product teams across Amazon, Ford, Honeywell along with experience as management consultant and entrepreneurship. Show more

Board Member, Head of Customer Experience & Digital

Board Member, Head of Customer Experience & Digital Show more

Business Development & Project Manager, Trillitech (May 2024 - Present)
- Identifies and manages partnerships with gaming developers, web3 infrastructure providers, KOLs, CEX and DEX.
- Project manger for: BattleRise game and SugarVerse.

Product Manager, PlayEmber FZ-LLC (Nov 2022 - Nov 2023)
- Oversaw mobile games with P2E monetization; focused on partnerships and game acquisition.

Product Manager, Crypto Unicorns
- Managed operations among stakeholders to develop casual PVP mobile games.

Publishing Manager, BoomHits (Nov 2021 - May 2022)
- Published 4 games with 21M total downloads; managed 15 gaming studios and tracked KPIs.

Publishing Manager, TapNation (Mar 2021 - Oct 2021)
- Onboarded studios and managed pitch decks, GDDs, and KPI tracking.

Business Development & Project Manager, Trillitech (May 2024 - Present) - Identifies and manages partnerships with gaming developers, web3 infrastructure providers, KOLs, CEX and DEX. - Project manger for: BattleRise game and SugarVerse. Prod... Show more

Seit 2022 Meisterin, etwa gleichzeitig queer awakening. Gründung "Bande 11 wedding appareal", maßgefertigte nachhaltige Hochzeitsmode für FLINTA*-Personen. Betrieb im Nebenerwerb am Nachmittag, vormittags Brötchenerwerb im medizinisch-/sozialen Bereich. Über mich wurde schon im Mitteilungsblättchen der Gemeinde Windeck berichtet, weil ich mit 9 an einem Judo-Turnier teilgenommen habe; außerdem in der Rheinischen Post über mein Nachhaltigkeitskonzept sowie im WDR im Rahmen von "Türen auf mit der Maus!".
80 % meiner Kundschaft sind normal, der Rest cis-hetero-mono 😜

Seit 2022 Meisterin, etwa gleichzeitig queer awakening. Gründung "Bande 11 wedding appareal", maßgefertigte nachhaltige Hochzeitsmode für FLINTA*-Personen. Betrieb im Nebenerwerb am Nachmittag, vormittags Brötchenerwerb im medizinisch-/sozialen Berei... Show more

Profissional com experiência de mais de 21 anos no setor de Tecnologia da Informação, tendo trabalhado em de diferentes segmentos de pequeno a grande porte. Desde 2007, tenho me dedicado a criar equipes resilientes, orientadas para resultados e de alto desempenho. Como solucionar problemas por natureza, sou especialista em planejar, construir e impulsionar a execução de metas de negócios, mantendo um estreito alinhamento com as necessidades dos clientes.

Vasta experiência em impulsionar o crescimento e o sucesso das organizações, atuando em áreas estratégicas, tais como Gestão de Portfólio e Programas, Gerenciamento de OKRs, Estratégia de Entrega, Design Organizacional e Agilidade de Negócios. Reconhecimento por enfrentar grandes desafios organizacionais em empresas renomadas, como Creditas, Meta, Claro Brasil, FIAP, Bradesco, LG, onde liderei o programa de transformação ágil.

Habilidade em proporcionar resultados impactantes, incluindo maior eficiência e qualidade nas entregas de produtos e tecnologia. Responsável por elaborar planos estratégicos para impulsionar o crescimento e a responsabilidade das equipes e áreas. Desenvolvimento de estratégias para promover eficiência e uma cultura de alto desempenho nas equipes de desenvolvimento de produtos e projetos. Análise de dados combinado com pesquisas de mercado e insights competitivos, visando aprimorar os processos e mantendo a comunicação constante com clientes para identificar oportunidades e definir produtos/projetos. Gerenciamento do portfólio, processos, projetos e produtos de forma estratégica, alinhado aos objetivos da empresa, utilizando métricas para estabelecer e acompanhar OKRs.

Profissional com experiência de mais de 21 anos no setor de Tecnologia da Informação, tendo trabalhado em de diferentes segmentos de pequeno a grande porte. Desde 2007, tenho me dedicado a criar equipes resilientes, orientadas para resultados e de al... Show more

Panache Bespoke men’s dress shirts is where refined style meets custom precision in men’s dress shirts and suits

Panache Bespoke men’s dress shirts is where refined style meets custom precision in men’s dress shirts and suits Show more

Justin is a senior Product Owner/Manager at Costco Wholesale who drove ITSM and Agile Implementations across the organization for Costco Digital Leadership. Currently working on the Enterprise Content Management Digital Workflow team focusing on digitalizing value streams from end to end that incorporate data/form entry to business process flows and approvals and data and file handling and archive. Leveraging multiple products, including Power Platforms, Automation Anywhere, and DocuSign. Major business areas include HR, Payroll, Accounting & Finance, Merchandising, IT processes, Treasury, Tax, and Warehouse facing applications.

Justin is a senior Product Owner/Manager at Costco Wholesale who drove ITSM and Agile Implementations across the organization for Costco Digital Leadership. Currently working on the Enterprise Content Management Digital Workflow team focusing on digi... Show more

Global Head of Design - Lenskart
Ex - Head of Design - Blinkit
Ex - Head of Design - WeAreHolidays (Acquired)
3x Founder, Angel Investor

Global Head of Design - Lenskart Ex - Head of Design - Blinkit Ex - Head of Design - WeAreHolidays (Acquired) 3x Founder, Angel Investor Show more

Speaker Bio:

Born in Cuba and raised with the unshakable belief that adversity can be fuel for greatness, Mrs. Maldonado is a dynamic keynote speaker who inspires audiences with her powerful story of perseverance, reinvention, and success. As a Cuban immigrant, she overcame language barriers, cultural challenges, and societal expectations to rise through the ranks of the marketing and sales world—proving that grit, vision, and heart can reshape any destiny.

Mrs. Maldonado speaks with authority and authenticity, drawing from real-life experiences of breaking through ceilings that others said were unbreakable. Her message is clear: you are not a product of your environment—you are the architect of your future. She challenges limiting narratives and empowers people to rewrite their own, reminding them that giving up is not an option when the dream is rooted in purpose.

With a blend of strategic insight, infectious optimism, and radical kindness, Liset delivers keynotes that move both people and performance. Whether addressing corporate teams, entrepreneurs, or leadership summits, she leaves her audiences energized, empowered, and ready to take bold action.

Topics Include:

Sales with Soul: Driving Results Without Losing Humanity

Breaking the Mold: Redefining Success on Your Own Terms

Marketing with Meaning: How Storytelling Builds Connection & Conversion

From Adversity to Authority: Turning Your Struggles into Strength

Available for: Keynotes • Panels • Workshops • Corporate Trainings

Speaker Bio: Born in Cuba and raised with the unshakable belief that adversity can be fuel for greatness, Mrs. Maldonado is a dynamic keynote speaker who inspires audiences with her powerful story of perseverance, reinvention, and success. As a Cu... Show more

Andrew has been working in Microsoft technology most of his career. Working his way through as a recovering developer, he brings a unique perspective to his work. Jack of all trades and master of all or none, depending on the day; service management, advisory, executive coaching, tenant remediation, project recovery, architect, and strategic partner are all skills brought to the table every day.

Andrew has been working in Microsoft technology most of his career. Working his way through as a recovering developer, he brings a unique perspective to his work. Jack of all trades and master of all or none, depending on the day; service management,... Show more

Sandy Sloane is an outstanding events and learning & development professional who uses interactivity and humor - combined with vital information - to ensure students are educated, engaged, and empowered. She’s produced over 500 events, trade shows, meetings, trainings and team-building programs (including virtually during the COVID pandemic) for companies and organizations including Walt Disney World, Burger King, Xfinity, Comcast Business, Macy’s New York, Intuit/QuickBooks, Mass General Brigham, Takis, Sinclair Broadcasting, Hotwire Communications, Red Apple Media, Paychex, United States Tennis Association, Luminate NY, Dutch Lions/United States Soccer League, Jenoptik Optical Systems, numerous radio and television stations, and non-profits including the National Women’s Hall of Fame, the National Multiple Sclerosis Society, Joe DiMaggio Children’s Hospital, Denver Children’s Hospital, and others.

As a trainer and coach, Sandy is passionate about teaching leaders how to help their teams grow and thrive by providing positive work environments. “I remember working for bosses who didn’t provide growth opportunities, making me feel disengaged and discouraged. I truly felt my hard work didn't matter. After seeing the untapped potential of other unmotivated co-workers, I had my AHA moment and found my calling. Today I help businesses foster the talents of their teams through employee engagement programs, interactive learning & development seminars and workshops, team-building programs, and special events designed to unleash the limitless possibilities within their most important resource: the human capital of their employees.”

Creating opportunities for engagement is truly her “superpower”. Using secret weapons including hands-on techniques (humor, role-playing, quizzes, illustrative media, storytelling, and games with prizes), she helps teams grasp even the most mundane material through interactive team building and events. (Research has conclusively shown that humor systematically activates the brain's dopamine reward system, essential for both goal-oriented motivation and long-term memory.)

The information Sandy shares in her workshops and one on one or group coaching is equally effective for seasoned professionals as it is for younger employees. Sandy’s Master’s Degree in Organizational Development and Strategic Leadership is one more capability that sets her apart from other employee engagement professionals. Her outstanding aptitude to sense what an audience needs and then to provide it engagingly, is a rare talent. She is as comfortable deploying an organization’s existing information as she is when creating custom programs. Sandy offers over 30 workshops and seminars in interpersonal skills, professional development, customer service, team development, workforce training, sales training, special events, and public relations which she has presented to companies and organizations throughout the country.

Sandy’s event prowess includes conceiving and producing successful events such as Fall Premiere Parties for broadcast clients and programmers, lifestyle concerts and festivals for 50,000+ attendees, the National Women’s Hall of Fame Induction weekend featuring women of high achievement including Justice Sonia Sotomayor, Jane Fonda, Diane von Furstenburg, Gloria Allred, Angela Davis, et al., finals award events for the world’s largest Optics and Photonics accelerator, radiothons and telethons collectively raising over $5 million, professional sports team weekends at Walt Disney World, the Macy’s Thanksgiving Day Parade, and hundreds of others. An industry agnostic, Sandy has conceived and produced events for 10-50,000 guests across all industries in the corporate, professional sports, small business, and philanthropic worlds, creating custom solutions for every client.

Solutions by Sloane: Educate. Engage. Empower.

Sandy Sloane is an outstanding events and learning & development professional who uses interactivity and humor - combined with vital information - to ensure students are educated, engaged, and empowered. She’s produced over 500 events, trade shows, m... Show more

Ilyas F is a seasoned Principal Technical Program Manager at Microsoft with over a decade of experience in product management and AI development. His leadership style is collaborative and inclusive, fostering innovation and continuous improvement. Ilyas has a proven track record of developing technologically advanced, user-friendly AI products and driving product excellence through strategic planning and execution.

Key Skills and Expertise:

Data Analysis
A/B Testing
User Research
Customer Journey Mapping
Product Roadmapping
Cross-Functional Collaboration
Strategic Thinking
User-Centric Design
Market Analysis
Growth Hacking
Content Marketing
Customer Retention
User Engagement
Product Analytics
Hypothesis Testing
Agile Methodologies
Deep Technical Proficiency
Communication Skills
Stakeholder Management
Problem-Solving
Leadership
Product Innovation

Ilyas F is a seasoned Principal Technical Program Manager at Microsoft with over a decade of experience in product management and AI development. His leadership style is collaborative and inclusive, fostering innovation and continuous improvement. Il... Show more

Joe Peluso is a Georgia-born engineer, adventurer, and lifelong learner blending Industrial Engineering, Computer Science, and city planning to drive community improvement and build a brighter future for all.

Joe Peluso is a Georgia-born engineer, adventurer, and lifelong learner blending Industrial Engineering, Computer Science, and city planning to drive community improvement and build a brighter future for all. Show more

As CEO of BigOrange Marketing and best-selling Amazon author of Marketing Fusion, Margee specializes in helping companies with complete strategic marketing plans and content marketing strategies. In the past year, she led the company to double in size after completing the Goldman Sachs 10,000 Small Businesses program. Her recent accomplishments include helping companies win millions of dollars in revenue including builders, developers, IT services firms and manufacturing organizations. Margee is a HubSpot partner and certified in Google Analytics. In addition, her 15+ year marketing background includes ad agency and consulting experience for clients such as Abbott, P&G Everyday Solutions, Invacare. Margee founded BigOrange Marketing to help American businesses prosper and is on a mission to provide meaningful work and ownership opportunities to people who need flexibility, particularly women and moms.

As CEO of BigOrange Marketing and best-selling Amazon author of Marketing Fusion, Margee specializes in helping companies with complete strategic marketing plans and content marketing strategies. In the past year, she led the company to double in siz... Show more

Trudi is a professional actor turned global thought leader and one of the few Playful Experience Designers worldwide. Trudi combines play theory, design thinking, experiential learning and applied improvisation to bring a rare and invaluable blend of learning and development, the arts, and practical application to each of her presentations. She helps people develop a playful mindset to nurture the most required skills of the future.

Five reasons to book Trudi today
• Relevant: we can all be playful
• Experienced: 20+ years’ experience in organisational play
• High energy: the perfect post-lunch keynote
• Entertaining: laughter is the key to active learning
• Timely: the ability to apply playfulness to business is one of the most valuable skills for the future (Deloitte, 2024)

Trudi is a professional actor turned global thought leader and one of the few Playful Experience Designers worldwide. Trudi combines play theory, design thinking, experiential learning and applied improvisation to bring a rare and invaluable blend of... Show more

Anthony Vandenberghe is a seasoned consultant with deep expertise in the automotive industry and a strong passion for IT. As Head of Consulting at EuroFleet and Key Account Manager at Car Cost Advisor, he helps businesses optimize their fleet management strategies, navigate taxation complexities, and make data-driven decisions. His unique blend of industry knowledge and technological insight enables him to deliver innovative solutions tailored to the needs of fleet managers, car sales professionals, and leasing companies. Anthony is a sought-after speaker, known for his engaging presentations on vehicle taxation, total cost of ownership (TCO), and the future of mobility.

Anthony Vandenberghe is a seasoned consultant with deep expertise in the automotive industry and a strong passion for IT. As Head of Consulting at EuroFleet and Key Account Manager at Car Cost Advisor, he helps businesses optimize their fleet managem... Show more

Hussein Nakchbandi’s devotion to personalized service has established him as a leader in the luxury jewelry industry. His careful attention to clients’ tastes and lifestyles enables him to recommend exceptional pieces.

Hussein Nakchbandi’s devotion to personalized service has established him as a leader in the luxury jewelry industry. His careful attention to clients’ tastes and lifestyles enables him to recommend exceptional pieces. Show more

BSc Computer Science, MSc Big Data Management and Analytics

BSc Computer Science, MSc Big Data Management and Analytics Show more

Carlos Montoya, a respected business leader in Miramar, is passionate about retail and customer satisfaction. His expertise in strategic planning and marketing helps drive consistent revenue growth.

Carlos Montoya, a respected business leader in Miramar, is passionate about retail and customer satisfaction. His expertise in strategic planning and marketing helps drive consistent revenue growth. Show more

I have always considered myself a hybrid between rationality and creativity, between organisation and innovation. In the project design arena, I have been able to truly find myself, because these two sides of my personality come together. There is nothing that gives me more satisfaction than solving complex operational challenges through strategic and creative thinking combined with practicality and design feasibility.

I have always considered myself a hybrid between rationality and creativity, between organisation and innovation. In the project design arena, I have been able to truly find myself, because these two sides of my personality come together. There is no... Show more

22 year old DJ. Making amazing tunes and making Louisiana Tech Orientation an amazing experience. Catch a Groove!

22 year old DJ. Making amazing tunes and making Louisiana Tech Orientation an amazing experience. Catch a Groove! Show more

Oliver Yates (also known by many as ‘Leaf’) is a performer and workshop facilitator. Leaf is a passionate play activist and is driven to help people find their most sincere way of living. Since discovering clowning at Buddhafield festival in 2021, they have been an avid student and practitioner of the art of clowning, learning as much as possible and running workshops in their home town of Sheffield. They run the Sheffield Laughter Club, perform regularly as a worm and a preacher on the Sheffield alternative comedy circuit and are part of the musical improv comedy trio ‘Susan Got My Kidney’. Leaf was introduced to Scrum a year ago and has since been an active participant in Scrum Exchange. Leaf has run their own Tree Surgery company since 2020.

Oliver Yates (also known by many as ‘Leaf’) is a performer and workshop facilitator. Leaf is a passionate play activist and is driven to help people find their most sincere way of living. Since discovering clowning at Buddhafield festival in 2021, ... Show more

Jessy has worked within the fiberart community in many roles, starting as a costume designer in her teens, and moving into art quilting after graduating from Hamline University with a degree in fine art. After years of working in other people's fabric stores she was finally able to open her own in 2016. Seams Sewing and Mercantile now has two locations in Mid-Michigan as well as being an authorized Bernina dealer. Following her multi-craftual passions Jessy stocks both fashion fabrics and quilt cotton and runs an education program focused on turning nervous newbies into sewing savants.

Jessy has worked within the fiberart community in many roles, starting as a costume designer in her teens, and moving into art quilting after graduating from Hamline University with a degree in fine art. After years of working in other people's fabri... Show more

Directeur commercial en imprimerie et PLV
PDG de la société Essentials, spécialisée dans l'impression et la fabrication de jeux de plateaux, boites, cartes

Directeur commercial en imprimerie et PLV PDG de la société Essentials, spécialisée dans l'impression et la fabrication de jeux de plateaux, boites, cartes Show more

Con un background lavorativo in retail (9y), ho maturato diverse esperienze legate al business: dalla vendita alla performance, dall'expertise prodotto allo sviluppo di nuovi servizi. Nel 2023, ho iniziato ad utilizzare tutto il mio background per contribuire al percorso di trasformazione organizzativa.
Durante gli anni, ho guidato diversi progetti in Italia ed all’estero, cooperando con team cross funzionali, interni ed esterni all’azienda. Oggi mi occupo di supportare il management strategico e operativo di Leroy Merlin nella definizione e esecuzione della strategia.

Con un background lavorativo in retail (9y), ho maturato diverse esperienze legate al business: dalla vendita alla performance, dall'expertise prodotto allo sviluppo di nuovi servizi. Nel 2023, ho iniziato ad utilizzare tutto il mio background per co... Show more

Eva Maria Hülsbusch is a versatile expert as an Agile Coach, Scrum Master, trainer and systemic coach. With a master's degree in digital transformation and a focus on organizational development, she has in-depth theoretical knowledge as well as extensive practical experience. Her professional career began in software development, where she laid her foundations before developing further and gaining extensive experience as a product owner. Her passion for agile working methods ultimately led her to the roles of Scrum Master and Agile Coach. In these positions, she successfully supported teams and organizations in implementing agile principles and driving complex projects forward. Eva Maria has worked in various industries and on numerous complex projects, which gave her a wide range of specialist knowledge and practical experience. Her interactive and humorous lectures make her a sought-after speaker at conferences, where she presents complex concepts in an understandable and engaging way. Her ability to engage audiences while imparting valuable knowledge has made her a respected figure in the agile community.

Eva Maria Hülsbusch is a versatile expert as an Agile Coach, Scrum Master, trainer and systemic coach. With a master's degree in digital transformation and a focus on organizational development, she has in-depth theoretical knowledge as well as exten... Show more

Mike is an energetic technologist who enjoys working across a diverse range of technical domains. Most recently, he has been focusing on providing generalized compute platforms for widely distributed edge locations. He is motivated by collaborating on complex problems and sharing his lifelong love of computers and software experiences.

Mike is an energetic technologist who enjoys working across a diverse range of technical domains. Most recently, he has been focusing on providing generalized compute platforms for widely distributed edge locations. He is motivated by collaborating o... Show more