Wayne Marcel is the Head of Growth for the Foundation for Interwallet Operability (FIO) and also co-founder of Emerging Tech Global. He has been managing, teaching, and coaching high-performing teams for over 20 years. In 2016, his passion for helping and teaching people was merged with his passion for technology as he dove into learning about cryptocurrency and blockchain. He published a book in 2018 called “From No Crypto To Know Crypto” and hosted over 150 educational podcast episodes under the same name. Since then, he has dedicated himself to working with projects that help accelerate the adoption of emerging technologies, including web3 and AI by focusing on the user experience and education. He is also currently Head of Education for Blockchain Alliance and an advisor at Raze.

Wayne Marcel is the Head of Growth for the Foundation for Interwallet Operability (FIO) and also co-founder of Emerging Tech Global. He has been managing, teaching, and coaching high-performing teams for over 20 years. In 2016, his passion for helpin... Show more

Heiko Brömmelstrote is the founder of Feedbacktime® and former Lead Experience Manager at EnBW AG, where he spent 7 years being responsible for special projects and digital transformation. Combining human-centered design with strategic foresighting, he specializes in bridging gaps between teams and technologies. As a code-loving design graduate and MIT alumni, Heiko brings unique visual perspectives to organizational evolution, teaching storytelling, and making complex connections simple and actionable.

Heiko Brömmelstrote is the founder of Feedbacktime® and former Lead Experience Manager at EnBW AG, where he spent 7 years being responsible for special projects and digital transformation. Combining human-centered design with strategic foresighting, ... Show more

Silvia Mogas is an award-winning marketer in the Web3 space and the CEO and Founder of BMBWeb3 Ventures and Blockchain Marketing Boutique. Named Marketing Leader of the Year 2024, Silvia specializes in helping Web2 brands transition to Web3 and provides strategic marketing services to Web3-native companies.

A dynamic international speaker, Silvia has presented at over 50 conferences worldwide, including Mobile World Congress, South Summit, AWE Europe, Taipei Blockchain Week, and TBEX Europe. She also lectures at EAE Business School and hosts the "Hype" program on Pulso Media, part of the Rug Radio Creators Group.

Based in Dubai, Silvia holds an Executive MBA, a Postgraduate Degree in Marketing, a diploma from the Chartered Institute of Marketing, and a Tourism Degree with a specialisation in Marketing. She is passionate about blockchain technology, mentoring startups, and fostering innovation within the global business community.

Silvia Mogas is an award-winning marketer in the Web3 space and the CEO and Founder of BMBWeb3 Ventures and Blockchain Marketing Boutique. Named Marketing Leader of the Year 2024, Silvia specializes in helping Web2 brands transition to Web3 and provi... Show more

Piyusha is a seasoned Salesforce consultant with 10 years of experience. She is a passionate five-star Ranger with nine Salesforce certifications and accreditations. Throughout her career, Piyusha has collaborated with multiple Fortune 500 clients, helping to solve their business challenges and leading consulting teams.
Currently, Piyusha is the Salesforce Consulting Manager at Horizontal Digital. She has a wealth of experience and knowledge in Martech, data, and Salesforce, and she has a deep interest in the convergence of data, AI, and Salesforce. She is also the community group leader for Salesforce Salesblazers APAC and has been running a bi-weekly LinkedIn Live series since 2021 to support the Trailblazers. Her mission is to elevate the knowledge and skills of Salesforce trailblazers and to grow the Salesforce community in Vadodara and APAC.

Piyusha is a seasoned Salesforce consultant with 10 years of experience. She is a passionate five-star Ranger with nine Salesforce certifications and accreditations. Throughout her career, Piyusha has collaborated with multiple Fortune 500 clients, h... Show more

Sandeep is a Sitecore Commerce Architect having worked on Sitecore for over 8 years. With over 15 years of experience in IT, have been consultant and SME of Sitecore in various organisation.

Sandeep is a Sitecore Commerce Architect having worked on Sitecore for over 8 years. With over 15 years of experience in IT, have been consultant and SME of Sitecore in various organisation. Show more

I am an experienced product leader with a focus on helping organisations to drive growth and achieve their goals through effective goal-setting and strategy alignment. With a background in the energy and FMCG industries, as well as retail, I have more than 9 years of experience working as a product owner, project and program manager setting up new products, development processes and teams from scratch. I am also a trainer, mentor, and consultant on product transformation and OKRs.

As a manager, I believe that leading by example, showing empathy, having the bravery to challenge the status quo, being determined, and continuously learning and improving oneself are the keys to success and I strive to embody these qualities.

I am an experienced product leader with a focus on helping organisations to drive growth and achieve their goals through effective goal-setting and strategy alignment. With a background in the energy and FMCG industries, as well as retail, I have mor... Show more

Hi ! , my name is José Manuel. As a UX designer and specialist in digital transformation, I have supported numerous prominent companies in Spain to achieve growth, and improve their digital offering.
I have shared my knowledge on e-commerce for both B2C and B2B audiences through various talks and taught digital marketing.
With a holistic approach to design and related fields, I strive to offer a comprehensive, high-quality service.
As a lifelong learner, I am constantly seeking out new information and techniques to improve my craft and stay up to date with the latest advancements in the field.

Hi ! , my name is José Manuel. As a UX designer and specialist in digital transformation, I have supported numerous prominent companies in Spain to achieve growth, and improve their digital offering. I have shared my knowledge on e-commerce for both... Show more

Cierra is a career HR professional and the founder of Worklution, home of employee advocacy brands Wrk Receipts and Caged Bird HR.

Cierra is a career HR professional and the founder of Worklution, home of employee advocacy brands Wrk Receipts and Caged Bird HR. Show more

Allan Langer is an international Sales Trainer and Coach, Professional Speaker, Podcast Host and Best-Selling Author with close to three decades experience in the world of sales, content marketing, consumer influence, and what he calls the "art of inherent human behavior."

He is the author of two books - The 7 Secrets to Selling More by Selling Less, which reached best-selling status in just four months after publication, and was later awarded a Bronze Medal in the prestigious Top Sales international writing contest. And The Accomplishment Planner - How to Crush Every Goal Every Time, also a top-100 business publication on Amazon.

He has also been featured and interviewed on over 100 podcasts and radio shows, has given keynotes at numerous national conferences, and currently travels the US conducting sales and business-growth workshops for companies and teams of all sizes.

Allan Langer is an international Sales Trainer and Coach, Professional Speaker, Podcast Host and Best-Selling Author with close to three decades experience in the world of sales, content marketing, consumer influence, and what he calls the "art of in... Show more

Dezaree' Lusk is originally from Dallas, Texas. She received her Cosmetologist license from Duncanville High School in 2011. Dezaree' received her Bachelor's of Social Work Degree from Prairie View A & M University in December of 2014, and her Master's of Social Work Degree from the University of Houston in May of 2016. Dezaree' is currently a Licensed Clinical Social Worker with a specialty in Health & Behavioral Health. Her experience includes being a Director at the second largest psychiatric hospital in Houston, Texas. With Divine Beauty Bar, Dezaree has combined her love for Cosmetology and Social Work by helping individuals experiencing hair loss (Alopecia). Divine Beauty Bar is widely known for their Wigs for Veterans at no cost initiative! Dezaree' has taken this initiative further by leaving the Corporate world and becoming a full-time, licensed Cosmetology School Owner of Divine Beauty Bar & Hair Loss Institute. Programs include Cranial Prosthesis Curriculum teaching others how to accept Insurance and Veteran Benefits, Permanent Makeup, a full Cosmetology Program and much more!

Dezaree' Lusk is originally from Dallas, Texas. She received her Cosmetologist license from Duncanville High School in 2011. Dezaree' received her Bachelor's of Social Work Degree from Prairie View A & M University in December of 2014, and her Master... Show more

Jerry Fix is a "product person" at heart —he's spent the last 25+ years working across diverse industries, from CPG giants to nimble startups, Jerry has a proven track record of launching products that resonate, forging partnerships that empower, and cultivating teams that thrive.

In his role as a Senior Principal Consultant at Daugherty Business Solutions, he uses that experience to upskill product organizations and craft winning product strategies across a diverse set of clients - from agribusiness to finance, to healthcare.

Expertise: Product Leadership, Product Lifecycle Management, Innovation Management
Education: Michigan Tech University (BSEE), Saint Louis University (MBA)

Jerry Fix is a "product person" at heart —he's spent the last 25+ years working across diverse industries, from CPG giants to nimble startups, Jerry has a proven track record of launching products that resonate, forging partnerships that empower, and... Show more

I’m a Charlotte-based product designer with a passion for crafting clean, user-friendly layouts and delivering beautiful, functional designs. With a deep appreciation for great typography and an expertise in building Figma components, I strive to create seamless digital experiences. When I'm not designing, I enjoy spending time with my wife and our energetic 3-year-old.

I’m a Charlotte-based product designer with a passion for crafting clean, user-friendly layouts and delivering beautiful, functional designs. With a deep appreciation for great typography and an expertise in building Figma components, I strive to cre... 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

“My mission is to help business leaders unlock their full potential by harnessing the power of Emotionally Intelligent leadership to create lasting joy and harmony in their lives.”

Jillian is a passionate and dynamic certified EQ-based leadership coach, trainer and speaker. She has worked extensively with both proven and emerging leaders to harness the skills of Emotional Intelligence to create engaging work environments, establish authentic relationships, build socially invested teams and deliver business results.

“Nothing is more gratifying than elevating my clients’ leadership brands. I’ve worked extensively with c-suite executives, management teams, and high-potential leaders. I pour my heart into training and coaching the development of high-performance individuals and struggling leaders to help them realize a rewarding career and personal life.”
Gifted in building and inspiring teams, Jillian founded McLaughlin Mentoring and her EI work following an award-winning almost 20-year management career at Unilever and Sun Products/Henkel, steering marketing and business strategy for iconic brands like Dove, Sunsilk, and Sunlight. She guards these early-career management experiences as essential to her coaching and training success; they grant her an ability to empathize with the broad, pressure-packed dynamics of her clients’ leadership challenges.
She was born in Winnipeg, Manitoba, graduated with a Bachelors of Commerce from the University of Manitoba, where she excelled as student council president, and has resided in both Canada and the United States during her career. Jillian is certified in the EQ-i by Multi-Health Systems, DISC by Take Flight Learning and in Group Coaching by The Roundtable and has just received the TEC Canada 2002 Rookie of the year award for her EQ workshops.

With an active lifestyle as a working mom, entrepreneur, wife, athlete and friend, Jillian knows how important it is to maintain balance, focus, and well-being every day. She believes that harnessing the powerful language of Emotional Intelligence will help you become the leader and human you’ve always wanted to be!

Elevating leaders via Emotional Intelligence.

“My mission is to help business leaders unlock their full potential by harnessing the power of Emotionally Intelligent leadership to create lasting joy and harmony in their lives.” Jillian is a passionate and dynamic certified EQ-based leadership ... Show more

Ishan is a passionate product enthusiast and self-taught developer who loves open source technologies, tech conferences, and hackathons.

He is currently leading the Mobile Infrastructure team for TikTok in the US. Prior to that he worked at Tinder, Getaround, Booking.com, and Inshorts.

He is also a PMC member at Apache Fineract Project and a Maintenaner at Mifos Initiative. He successfully graduated as a Google Summer of Code Intern in 2014 under Mifos and in 2015 under XMPP Standards Foundation and has been mentoring students at Google Summer of Code ever since.

Ishan is a passionate product enthusiast and self-taught developer who loves open source technologies, tech conferences, and hackathons. He is currently leading the Mobile Infrastructure team for TikTok in the US. Prior to that he worked at Tinder... Show more

Co-host of Denver's long-running bi-weekly Entrepreneur Meet Up.

Co-host of Denver's long-running bi-weekly Entrepreneur Meet Up. Show more

Stacey Feldman is an experienced CPA that has spent the last 10 years scaling internal finance & accounting operations for various start-ups ranging from $0-$300MM in revenue. As the COO at Full Send Finance, Stacey is passionate about helping her clients elevate financial data and build tech-forward financial ecosystems that are built to scale.

Stacey Feldman is an experienced CPA that has spent the last 10 years scaling internal finance & accounting operations for various start-ups ranging from $0-$300MM in revenue. As the COO at Full Send Finance, Stacey is passionate about helping her cl... Show more

Angel Johnson - EforAll Alum

Angel Johnson - EforAll Alum Show more

Nir Bashan spent a lot of time on skid row.

He wasn’t there for the shadow economy of drugs and prostitution and discounts on designer knock offs. Instead, he found his formative years in a warehouse in the middle of skid row in downtown Los Angeles. For what he found in this warehouse changed his life forever.

This warehouse bristled with an energy unlike any he has ever experienced. It was a rehearsal space for musicians from all over the world. Where else could a kid jam with the likes of Fishbone and Rob Zombie? All of which Nir did his best to keep up with. Initially, Nir thought it was the music that made the place so electric. He would spend the rest of his life learning otherwise. It was not the music or art that made the place irresistible. It was the creativity. This experience energized Nir and inspired him to devote the rest of his life to spreading creativity to the four corners of the globe.

Today, Nir is a top business speaker leading innovation for high performing leaders and individuals around the globe. As founder and CEO of The Creator Mindset® LLC, where he helps organizations and leaders foster a culture of innovation with his groundbreaking creativity keynote speeches that supercharge business models to improve profitability, increase sales, and boost customer service. He speaks at conferences and events on the creative potential in every single human being on earth. He is represented by 6 speaking bureaus and is consistently ranked as a top innovation keynote speaker. As an invited guest, he regularly speaks to some of the most beloved brands on earth such as Rolex and Porsche.

Happy clients include Microsoft, AT&T, NFL Network, jetBlue, Ingram Micro, Thermo Fisher Scientific, The National Association of Realtors, Suzuki, Lincoln Financial Group, The Association of Payment Professionals, Ace Hardware, Consilio, Texas and Georgia TSA, The Mortgage Collaborative, The Ohio Municipal League, The International Association of Plastics Distributors, EA Sports, HBCE, Home Stagers and ReDesign Alliance Association, Activision, B. Braun, Cardinal Health, The Institute of Internal Auditors, and many, many more.

Nir Bashan spent a lot of time on skid row. He wasn’t there for the shadow economy of drugs and prostitution and discounts on designer knock offs. Instead, he found his formative years in a warehouse in the middle of skid row in downtown Los Angel... Show more

Blush McKee is a Sink or Swim Coach, Published Author, Motivational Speaker, Serial Entrepreneur, Professional Nail Technician, Esthetician, and single Mother of four children. She is passionate about helping others to overcome their fears so that they learn how to master swimming in the pool of life, family, and business. With 19 years of experience of working behind the chair while daily encouraging others she has now moved forward with her SINK or SWIM Coaching Program. She is known for giving people that PUSH to make them dive and launch into the deep. Blush McKee has been voted QC Info Broker Nail Tech of the Year and has been an author of two published books that are currently available on Amazon. When Blush isn’t working you will find Blush reading/writing on the beach, traveling the world, and spending time with family and friends all while still working. She honestly never stops working towards her dreams.

Blush McKee is a Sink or Swim Coach, Published Author, Motivational Speaker, Serial Entrepreneur, Professional Nail Technician, Esthetician, and single Mother of four children. She is passionate about helping others to overcome their fears so that th... Show more

Niya Brooks has been an innovative beauty professional in the industry for over 23 years. She has a passion for education that she incorporated dividing her time between instructing students at Rowan Cabarrus Community College Cosmetology Department, working with her Vintage Beauty clients, managing backstages at New York Fashion Week and representing brands such as Olaplex, Ardell, Clubman Pinaud, and GiGi. Niya also attended Gardner Webb University pre pandemic.
In 2019 Niya set out to open a school for esthetics and then Covid 19 graced us with it's presence. During the pandemic Niya built the program curriculum to encompass all requirments set forth by the state as well as concentrating on the advanced medical esthetics. In July of 2020 construction began on 700 S. Dekalb St marking the beginning of Shelby School of Esthetics. Within a few months after cpmpletion of building construction we were licensed by the NC Board of Cosmetic Arts and enrolled our first students in January of 2021. Our advanced esthetics program launched summer of 2022 making Shelby School of Esthetics one of the first private school's to offer advanced esthetic training.
Niya’s storied career in the beauty industry includes a multitude of different roles including stylist, platform artist, esthetician, makeup artist, nail technician, national educator, and school director.
As founder and CEO of Vintage Beauty LLC based in now Shelby, NC, she has gained a reputation as a talented beauty professional with superior business acumen. Niya has a passion for education driven by her own personal success with multiple brands and her desire to share her own personal stories and experiences of changing lives through education.
Shelby School of Esthetics has been featured on WBTVs QC@3 as well as in the Shelby Star, Gaston Gazette and Spectrum News.
Niya has been featured in a number of print publications for her work at NYFW for Harlems Fashion Row and numerous Beauty Show Conferences.

Niya Brooks has been an innovative beauty professional in the industry for over 23 years. She has a passion for education that she incorporated dividing her time between instructing students at Rowan Cabarrus Community College Cosmetology Department,... Show more

I am a passionate data enthusiast who enjoys finding solutions to business problems with the help of technology and data. Throughout my professional journey, I have used my knowledge and experience to enhance consumer experiences and improve product offerings. In my current position, I'm constantly adapting to different roles - whether it's diving into product analytics, data analytics, or business analytics. Believe me, each one presents a unique thrill!

I am a passionate data enthusiast who enjoys finding solutions to business problems with the help of technology and data. Throughout my professional journey, I have used my knowledge and experience to enhance consumer experiences and improve product ... Show more

Milton Turcios is the Director of Operations at CorpNet, the most innovative way to start a business, register for payroll taxes, and maintain business compliance across the United States. Loved by entrepreneurs, accountants, bookkeepers and lawyers, CorpNet offers transparent pricing, a simple ordering process, and quickly-scalable software and API solutions.

Milton Turcios is the Director of Operations at CorpNet, the most innovative way to start a business, register for payroll taxes, and maintain business compliance across the United States. Loved by entrepreneurs, accountants, bookkeepers and lawyers,... Show more

Dr. Qaisar Abbas Fatimi is a distinguished figure in marketing, renowned for integrating academic insights with practical industry applications. With a PhD in Marketing, he has made significant contributions to marketing research, data analytics, and digital marketing strategies. His expertise is encapsulated in his influential book "Marketing: Theory, Practice and Perspectives." As the founder of www.digitalmarketingwithqaf.com, Dr. Fatimi has created a pivotal online resource that offers the latest in industry research and cutting-edge strategies, serving both professionals and students. His work, characterized by a deep commitment to bridging academic theory and real-world marketing practices, focuses on vital areas like marketing research and digital strategies. Through his extensive research and publications, Dr. Fatimi empowers a wide audience with the knowledge and skills essential for thriving in the dynamic digital marketing landscape.

Dr. Qaisar Abbas Fatimi is a distinguished figure in marketing, renowned for integrating academic insights with practical industry applications. With a PhD in Marketing, he has made significant contributions to marketing research, data analytics, and... Show more

Sai Anvesh Durvasula is a seasoned technology professional with a track record of aligning business strategy with software development to achieve significant operational impacts. He holds a Master’s in Financial Engineering from New York University and a Bachelor's in Electronics and Communication from BITS Hyderabad. Currently serving as an Architect at Parabole.AI, he has been pivotal in leveraging AI, ML, and NLP technologies to develop no-code machine teaching platforms for optimizing procurement plans and metadata extraction without the need for labeled data. His technical expertise spans multiple programming languages including Python and Java, and he is skilled in various IDEs and SQL tools. Anvesh's professional journey also includes significant roles at Publicis Sapient, Bangalore, where he contributed to digital transformations for oil derivatives order management systems. Known for his sharp analytical skills and effective cross-functional team leadership, he excels in AI model training and validation, knowledge extraction, graphical representation, and customer relationship management.

Sai Anvesh Durvasula is a seasoned technology professional with a track record of aligning business strategy with software development to achieve significant operational impacts. He holds a Master’s in Financial Engineering from New York University a... Show more

Experienced Dynamics CE/CRM consultant with 14 years of experience with Dynamics 365 in the finance, retail, and construction landscapes

Experienced Dynamics CE/CRM consultant with 14 years of experience with Dynamics 365 in the finance, retail, and construction landscapes Show more

Adeola is a first-generation African immigrant who migrated into the US many years ago and has carved a unique path in the business world, blending social consciousness with entrepreneurial drive. With academic foundations laid at the City University of New York (BS & MS in Accounting & Finance) and an MBA in Social Economics in Emerging Markets from Harvard Business School, Adeola's journey is one marked by perseverance, insight, and a profound understanding of diverse economic landscapes.

Having successfully navigated two business exits, Adeola is now building Kredete, a financial software platform that helps African Immigrants in the diaspora send money back home instantly to over 20+ countries with low fees, while also helping users build credit through the utilization of web3 technology.

Adeola is a first-generation African immigrant who migrated into the US many years ago and has carved a unique path in the business world, blending social consciousness with entrepreneurial drive. With academic foundations laid at the City University... Show more

- CEO PAM Real CDP & Marketing Automation
- Author of Book Automation Marketing (How to market in the future when a marketer works with AI.)
- Vice President of MarTech Association of Thailand
- Technical Consultant for brands to use technology to upgrade their business to use automation marketing.

- CEO PAM Real CDP & Marketing Automation - Author of Book Automation Marketing (How to market in the future when a marketer works with AI.) - Vice President of MarTech Association of Thailand - Technical Consultant for brands to use technology to... Show more

Pran is an iOS developer with over 10 years of experience building large-scale apps used by millions. Three of his apps boast 4+ star ratings on the App Store. Beyond development, he's a UI/UX enthusiast who loves exploring Adobe XD. Recently, he joined Swift Bengaluru, a community that organises local meet-ups across India, to share his knowledge and support the community.
Beyond work he enjoys watching movies, swimming, travelling.

Pran is an iOS developer with over 10 years of experience building large-scale apps used by millions. Three of his apps boast 4+ star ratings on the App Store. Beyond development, he's a UI/UX enthusiast who loves exploring Adobe XD. Recently, he joi... Show more