Ankita is currently part of the Founders' Office at Mavarick AI, a climate-tech startup based in the EU. The company leverages AI to help manufacturing companies address Scope 3 emissions and drive sustainable impact.

Previously, Ankita worked at Invact, an ed-tech startup focused on upskilling unemployed graduates from Tier 2+ cities in India. At Invact, she was part of the Founders' Office, managing a wide range of B2C initiatives, including strategy, marketing, product development, and daily operations.

Now working in the B2B sector, Ankita brings her experience from both B2C and B2B contexts to her role at Mavarick AI. As a generalist, she supports initiatives across strategy, product development, and daily operations.

Ankita is currently part of the Founders' Office at Mavarick AI, a climate-tech startup based in the EU. The company leverages AI to help manufacturing companies address Scope 3 emissions and drive sustainable impact. Previously, Ankita worked at ... Show more

Imagine a world where cutting-edge technology teams up with unyielding passion to take on the biggest challenges of our time. That's where I come in. I'm Ayon Roy, and I'm not just about crunching numbers and lines of code.

I'm on a mission to leverage the extraordinary capabilities of Data Science, Machine Learning, and Artificial Intelligence to tackle the pressing issues of sustainability and climate change.

What truly fires me up is the idea of using AI to tackle sustainability and climate-related challenges. I've had my fair share of adventures in the world of Data Science, AI, and ML, having hopped through various internships. Right now, I'm proudly wearing the hat of an Executive Data Scientist at NielsenIQ, where I get to channel my passion into meaningful projects.

However, my journey doesn't stop at my day job—I'm deeply involved in giving back to the community. I spend time mentoring hackathons and boot camps, helping budding tech enthusiasts find their way.

When it comes to speaking, I'm no stranger to the stage. I've stood in front of audiences around the world, delivering over 70 technical talks at international and national conferences, as well as meetups. From India to the USA, Ireland to Nigeria, and even Japan, I've taken the stage physically and virtually, adapting to different formats and keeping the crowd engaged.

But I'm not just about speaking; I'm also a firm believer in hands-on involvement. I've mentored over 100 hackathons, collaborating with prestigious institutions like John Hopkins School of Medicine, Jawaharlal Nehru University, IIT Madras, and Delhi University. It's my way of giving back and nurturing the next wave of innovators.

One of my proudest achievements is organizing India's First Kaggle Days Meetup in Delhi NCR, a platform that brings together minds hungry for knowledge and collaboration. And yes, I also indulge in reviewing technical books because staying ahead of the curve matters to me.

If you want to know more about me, check out my Personal Website (https://ayon-roy.netlify.app) or connect with me on LinkedIn (https://www.linkedin.com/in/ayon-roy/). I'm excited about the chance to share my journey, insights, and passions with your event. Let's make it awesome together!

Imagine a world where cutting-edge technology teams up with unyielding passion to take on the biggest challenges of our time. That's where I come in. I'm Ayon Roy, and I'm not just about crunching numbers and lines of code. I'm on a mission to le... Show more

20+years of database and DataWarehouse development

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Gabi is co-founder and director of Metta, the transformative innovation agency with the mission to improve the sustainability and accessibility of innovation. Before that, she was a programme director at the ATI Boeing Accelerator and Ignite, and co-founder and CMO of Mindmate, an Ignite and Techstars NYC alumni company.

Since 2016, Gabi has accelerated and directly supported more than 150 startups in different industries and stages and has mentored hundreds more. She's currently also a Venture Partner for the Aerospace Xelerated programme; accelerating startups in aerospace and adjacent industries. Gabi is an angel investor particularly interested in sustainability, health tech and founders from underrepresented backgrounds. She also supports a range of early-stage startups as mentor and advisor. Gabi is also an aspiring Behavioural Scientist (LSE).

Gabi is co-founder and director of Metta, the transformative innovation agency with the mission to improve the sustainability and accessibility of innovation. Before that, she was a programme director at the ATI Boeing Accelerator and Ignite, and co-... Show more

Katongole Adam is a Civil Engineering student at Mbarara University of Science and Technology (MUST), Uganda, and an emerging AI innovator passionate about building technologies that give African communities a voice in the digital age. Beyond his engineering studies, Adam is leading pioneering work in low-resource speech technologies, currently developing a Luganda text-to-speech (TTS) system designed to produce natural, intelligible voices for one of Uganda’s most widely spoken languages.

He is the President of the Mbarara University Engineering Society (MUES), a Mastercard Foundation Fellow, and a finalist at the IEEE Africa Entrepreneurship Summit, where he has pitched projects ranging from AgriTech solutions to AI-powered EdTech platforms. His work bridges technical innovation and social impact, with a strong focus on how AI can empower local languages, education, and entrepreneurship in Africa

Katongole Adam is a Civil Engineering student at Mbarara University of Science and Technology (MUST), Uganda, and an emerging AI innovator passionate about building technologies that give African communities a voice in the digital age. Beyond his eng... Show more

After an atypical career in law, the arts and video games, I chose to retrain in development. My desire to promote continuous improvement and communication led me to become a Scrum Master, Agile Coach, Systemic Professional Coach and Responsible Digital Lead. As a professional facilitator for the Fresque du Climat et du Numérique, I am constantly learning about the ecological transition, responsible digital technologies and sociology. Involved in Time For The Planet and supporting women in the digital world. As a theater practitioner, I find it a way of creatively exploring and communicating. What drives me: helping companies and individuals to integrate climate and social issues into their practices.

After an atypical career in law, the arts and video games, I chose to retrain in development. My desire to promote continuous improvement and communication led me to become a Scrum Master, Agile Coach, Systemic Professional Coach and Responsible Digi... Show more

Miguel is a serial entrepreneur, mentor, and board director. He is the founder of DataDragon, building dynamic resilient local networks for climate adaptation, innovation, and the Green Transition across Ibero América and Australia. He was the Co-founder and CEO of Euler���s Bridge a platform company bridging communities together with actionable graph insight. He founded Tin Alley beta, the award winning, premier tech internship program in Australia which placed top Uni tech talent in high-growth companies. He holds a PhD in network science from the University of Melbourne.

Miguel is a serial entrepreneur, mentor, and board director. He is the founder of DataDragon, building dynamic resilient local networks for climate adaptation, innovation, and the Green Transition across Ibero América and Australia. He was the Co-fou... Show more

Rashi leads AI Engineering at GoodLeap, a leading FinTech startup revolutionizing sustainable energy financing. She orchestrates cross-functional teams across the globe, driving enterprise-wide AI transformation initiatives that optimize everything from customer engagement to loan processing and servicing.

Combining strategic vision with deep technical expertise, Rashi has pioneered AI-driven automation solutions, sophisticated risk assessment systems, and intelligent decision-making platforms that deliver tangible business outcomes through Generative AI and agentic AI platforms.

Before GoodLeap, Rashi led engineering teams at Yahoo, where she converted early challenges into notable successes, significantly expanding their advertising business. Her active involvement in engineering and leadership communities enriches her approach, seamlessly integrating technical innovation with strategic business transformation. Beyond her professional pursuits, Rashi is an enthusiastic world traveler who has explored over 40 countries, bringing valuable global perspectives to her leadership role.

Rashi leads AI Engineering at GoodLeap, a leading FinTech startup revolutionizing sustainable energy financing. She orchestrates cross-functional teams across the globe, driving enterprise-wide AI transformation initiatives that optimize everything f... Show more

With a Master’s degree in Environmental Statistics, I have spent the past six years working at the intersection of technology, data, and sustainability. Beginning my career as a Technical Project Manager and later transitioning into data analytics, I have led and contributed to projects across telecom, finance, and Renewable Energy, with a strong focus on climate-tech and AI-driven sustainability solutions.
My passion for leveraging technology for climate action has led me to collaborate with my company’s sustainability practice on climate-tech initiatives and engage with industry leaders in this sector.
As an active member of the Climate Reality Project and Women in Climate, I advocate for diverse leadership in AI and sustainability, working to bridge the gap between climate-tech innovation and real-world impact.

With a Master’s degree in Environmental Statistics, I have spent the past six years working at the intersection of technology, data, and sustainability. Beginning my career as a Technical Project Manager and later transitioning into data analytics, I... Show more

Adriana Eileen Paz Rivas es Ingeniera Electromecánica, educadora STEAM y violinista certificada en el método Suzuki, con experiencia pedagógica desde 2018. Es fundadora y CEO de una escuela que fusiona arte, ciencia y tecnología, promoviendo el aprendizaje creativo y sostenible desde la infancia.

Se especializa en programación creativa con herramientas como Sonic Pi, acercando a niños y niñas al mundo de la tecnología a través de la música. Es creadora de contenido educativo, enfocada en inspirar a personas multipotenciales a desarrollar su marca personal y a emprendedores a crear contenido con impacto usando herramientas de IA y estrategias accesibles. Participa activamente como en eventos tecnológicos y hackatones, incluyendo el NASA Space Apps Challenge, Build with AI de Google y Women Game Jam Bolivia, compartiendo su experiencia en creación de contenido, educación y tecnología. Además, colabora generando contenido para comunidades como GDG La Paz y Women Techmakers, enfocándose en el impulso de la participación femenina en tecnología.

Actualmente, continúa su formación profesional en Buenos Aires, profundizando en áreas como energías renovables, automatización y diseño UX/UI, manteniendo siempre una visión creativa, inclusiva y sostenible en cada uno de sus proyectos.

Adriana Eileen Paz Rivas es Ingeniera Electromecánica, educadora STEAM y violinista certificada en el método Suzuki, con experiencia pedagógica desde 2018. Es fundadora y CEO de una escuela que fusiona arte, ciencia y tecnología, promoviendo el apren... Show more

Sophie Kempston (she/they) is a current PhD candidate in the School for Cross-Faculty Studies at the University of Warwick. Her research focuses on measuring the sustainability impacts of the increase of demand for critical raw materials as a result of the UK's increasing demand for electric vehicles. This includes forecasting scenarios for electric vehicle uptake and battery market shares in the UK, and developing a framework to assess the holistic sustainability impacts of these scenarios. They are also a Graduate Teaching Assistant in the School for Cross-Faculty Studies at their University and are kindly funded by the Leverhulme Trust through the TRANSFORM Doctoral Programme.

Sophie Kempston (she/they) is a current PhD candidate in the School for Cross-Faculty Studies at the University of Warwick. Her research focuses on measuring the sustainability impacts of the increase of demand for critical raw materials as a result ... Show more

Mr. G is an ai and greentech startup founder, and business coach for startups for the New Zealand Government, United Nations Development Programme in Cambodia and for the Social Tides programme for ai and impact startups across the EU.

His sustainable business approach has won him the Ministry of Science, Technology and Innovation's Green Business Awards and helped push the sustainable business agenda for organizations such as the United Nations and Oxfam to the Royal Government of Cambodia.

He has a strong belief that empathetic dialogue and design are key life skills to both personal and professional success, and is currently on a mission to solve real world issues through empathy, entrepreneurship and principled leadership.

Mr. G is an ai and greentech startup founder, and business coach for startups for the New Zealand Government, United Nations Development Programme in Cambodia and for the Social Tides programme for ai and impact startups across the EU. His sustai... Show more

Anne is a service designer and creative strategist.
She is passionate about achieving sustainable growth by tackling complex systems and balancing the interests of organisations, customers, staff, and the planet. She helps organisations find the path from intention to delivery and learn to design for themselves.
She is a ‘design magpie’, sharing insights across sectors and pushing the boundaries of design by learning from other disciplines.

Anne is a service designer and creative strategist. She is passionate about achieving sustainable growth by tackling complex systems and balancing the interests of organisations, customers, staff, and the planet. She helps organisations find the pat... Show more

Parth Girish Patel has 17 years of extensive experience in the software industry, encompassing technology leadership and software development roles. Parth's expertise lies in machine learning, environmental sustainability, and application modernization, coupled with expediting clients' transition to cloud services. He adeptly assists clients by comprehending their unique circumstances and steering them towards accomplishing their objectives. He excels in various domains, including application development, DevOps, cloud infrastructure, and security.

Parth Girish Patel has 17 years of extensive experience in the software industry, encompassing technology leadership and software development roles. Parth's expertise lies in machine learning, environmental sustainability, and application modernizati... Show more

Collins Wanjiku is a passionate graphic designer, UI/UX enthusiast, and branding specialist with a keen eye for clean, minimalist design. As the Co-Lead of the Graphics Design Club at Meru University, he actively nurtures creativity and innovation among digital creatives. Studying Electrical Engineering at Meru University, Collins blends technology with design.

Beyond design, he is an advocate for sustainable tech, aiming to empower creatives—photographers, game developers, and video editors—through innovation. He is also growing his presence on LinkedIn, showcasing high-quality branding designs, posters, and billboards to attract top companies.

Collins believes that in the digital world, creativity isn’t just an art—it’s a powerful tool for influence, engagement, and transformation

Collins Wanjiku is a passionate graphic designer, UI/UX enthusiast, and branding specialist with a keen eye for clean, minimalist design. As the Co-Lead of the Graphics Design Club at Meru University, he actively nurtures creativity and innovation am... Show more

I'm a Product Owner of a Cloud Engineering & Enablement team at a Governmental Software company called Wigo4it, which builds Social Security software. I was part of the digital transformation Wigo4it made from a old-fashioned traditional company to a fully focused Cloud and DevOps organization.

With my enthusiasm and creativity, I like to help organizations gain new insights to become more Cloud and DevOps-oriented. I'm fascinated by the fact that people have a fixed mindset and I always try to inspire others in a unique way to be more successful.

I'm a frequent speaker at various conferences. Last year I delivered sessions at events like Techorama, Microsoft Belgium Government Day, International Product owner Day, Azure Meet-ups, and many more. Microsoft often asks me to give customer case presentations about our transformation.

Lately the greening of IT has gained more of my interest. A topic that seems to not be considered while we're all building new software and services. It's time for the World to add the greening of IT to our digital transformations as well.

You can always contact me to talk about subjects like: DevOps, Cloud Computing, Sustainable IT, and Growth Mindset.

I'm a Product Owner of a Cloud Engineering & Enablement team at a Governmental Software company called Wigo4it, which builds Social Security software. I was part of the digital transformation Wigo4it made from a old-fashioned traditional company to a... Show more

Cordobés. Diseñador en lo profesional y en la vida. Tengo más de 10 años como diseñador, cerca de 6 años como UX y Product Designer. Hace más de 3 años que lidero el área de Product Design, y actualmente estoy a cargo de la vertical de "Product Impact" en Open Earth Foundation, una non-profit internacional que colabora con organizaciones como la ONU, donde nos dedicamos a construir tecnología open-source para que más ciudades y países puedan reducir y hacer frente al impacto del cambio climático.
Fundé Rediseñar: un blog y comunidad abierta que explora la intersección entre diseño, tecnología y ambiente, desde una perspectiva ética y humanista. Subimos contenido y organizamos espacios para que más personas diseñadoras conozcan cómo generar un impacto positivo a través del diseño.
Lidero el capítulo local en Córdoba de la comunidad de The Interaction Design Foundation. Una de las organizaciones de e-learning sobre Diseño UX más grandes a nivel mundial.

Cordobés. Diseñador en lo profesional y en la vida. Tengo más de 10 años como diseñador, cerca de 6 años como UX y Product Designer. Hace más de 3 años que lidero el área de Product Design, y actualmente estoy a cargo de la vertical de "Product Impac... Show more

Alexandre Gon est un entrepreneur et expert en technologie avec plus de 15 ans d'expérience dans le domaine de la durabilité et de l'innovation. Il est le CEO et fondateur d'Elia Go, une startup qui développe des solutions d'intelligence artificielle pour accélérer la transition durable des entreprises.

Avec une solide expertise en IA et en gestion de données, Alexandre a consacré sa carrière à l'intersection de la technologie et du développement durable.

Alexandre Gon est un entrepreneur et expert en technologie avec plus de 15 ans d'expérience dans le domaine de la durabilité et de l'innovation. Il est le CEO et fondateur d'Elia Go, une startup qui développe des solutions d'intelligence artificielle... Show more

Après une expérience en tant que Responsable Environnement chez Vinci, Abelaïd s’est spécialisé dans l’accompagnement des entreprises vers une responsabilité sociétale plus engagée et durable. Consultant en RSE avec une forte expertise dans les enjeux énergétiques, il aide les PME à structurer et mettre en œuvre des stratégies alignées avec les attentes réglementaires et les exigences du marché.

Son approche couvre les piliers de la RSE – environnement, social et gouvernance –, avec un focus particulier sur l’optimisation de la performance énergétique et la transition vers des modèles plus durables. Il intervient auprès des départements RH, QSE et marketing pour intégrer des pratiques responsables et optimiser leur impact. Il propose des missions stratégiques et opérationnelles, allant de la sensibilisation à la mise en conformité, en passant par l’élaboration de plans d’actions concrets.

En parallèle, Abelaïd partage son savoir en tant que formateur en RSE dans plusieurs écoles de commerce. Il enseigne aussi bien à des étudiants en Bachelor qu’en Master, en mettant un accent particulier sur les enjeux énergétiques et la transition écologique dans le cadre de la RSE.

Engagé dans des projets à impact, il est le fondateur de Tajiri Farm, une initiative qui promeut une agriculture durable grâce à l’intelligence artificielle. Ce projet vise à optimiser les ressources, améliorer les rendements et favoriser des pratiques agricoles responsables en s’appuyant sur les nouvelles technologies.

Après une expérience en tant que Responsable Environnement chez Vinci, Abelaïd s’est spécialisé dans l’accompagnement des entreprises vers une responsabilité sociétale plus engagée et durable. Consultant en RSE avec une forte expertise dans les enjeu... Show more

Benedict is an accomplished and energetic digital leader, Chief Product & Technology Officer (CPTO) and start-up founder (1 exit), working across financial services, health, energy, media and government. He has 20 years of experience supporting brands by leading the development and deployment of innovative data, analytics, and technology products and solutions that solve their customers’ greatest needs and challenges.

As a founder, Ben has hands-on experience navigating challenges of early growth and scalability, building strong trust-based and commercial relationships with customers and stakeholders. As a resilient commercial leader, regularly developing and negotiating contracts worth £1m+, he built a consultancy with £6.5m/year turnover and 50+ people.

Ben is a rare leader with hands-on experience of the entire digital process, from marketing, design, coding and infrastructure to commercial sales, value prop development and mobilising energised teams-of-teams implementing transformational technologies. He is purpose driven and, as an accomplished speaker, enjoys sharing ideas for the future with the broader community.

Benedict is an accomplished and energetic digital leader, Chief Product & Technology Officer (CPTO) and start-up founder (1 exit), working across financial services, health, energy, media and government. He has 20 years of experience supporting brand... Show more

Danielle Anjolajesu Young is a Project Development Officer at Carbon Limits Nigeria, where she works on decarbonization strategies, methane management, and climate policy advisory. With a background in petroleum and gas engineering, she has hands-on experience in emissions reduction projects and sustainable energy solutions. Beyond her technical expertise, Danielle has a strong footprint in brand strategy and stakeholder engagement. Passionate about innovation and impact-driven solutions, she is excited to lend her expertise and support this and the next generation of changemakers.

Danielle Anjolajesu Young is a Project Development Officer at Carbon Limits Nigeria, where she works on decarbonization strategies, methane management, and climate policy advisory. With a background in petroleum and gas engineering, she has hands-on ... Show more

With a background in engineering, management, research and mediation, and 35+ years in industry, I bring a systems approach to complex transitions. My focus lies in low plastic trajectories and in how decentralized technologies foster trust, collaboration, and ethics in industrial ecosystems. This work aligns with my commitment to permaindustry—a regenerative framework inspired by nature to advance sufficiency, circularity, and resilience.

With a background in engineering, management, research and mediation, and 35+ years in industry, I bring a systems approach to complex transitions. My focus lies in low plastic trajectories and in how decentralized technologies foster trust, collabor... Show more

As the State of Michigan’s Office of Future Mobility and Electrification’s (OFME) mobility innovation associate director, Janine is focused on growing Michigan’s mobility and electrification ecosystem and creating safer, more equitable and environmentally conscious transportation solutions for Michigan residents. Janine leads innovation growth initiatives at OFME including signature grant programs under the Michigan Mobility Funding Platform (MMFP) and state-wide testing assets. In addition to managing MMFP, she facilitates industry collaboration through various working groups convening subject matter experts to identify challenges in the state and develop solutions.

Prior to joining OFME, Janine was an associate director leading the mobility practice at Antenna Group, a leading cleantech communications agency. In this role, Janine focused on strategy development, media relations, and project management across account teams. Janine’s client experience spans product launches, company rebrands, high-profile public and private partnerships, market entries and crisis management. Her areas of expertise include advanced transportation infrastructure, autonomous vehicles, battery technology and growth-focused programs including incubators and accelerators.

Additionally, Janine previously led the overall b2b and b2c marketing communications strategy for Shift Transit, a mobility operations startup focusing on first/last-mile micromobiltiy solutions. Janine has also held multiple positions at leading automotive b2b publication, Automotive News including integrated marketing manager and conference specialist. While at Automotive News Janine planned and executed large-scale conferences and events for industry executives as well as integrated marketing campaigns and custom content for industry partners. In 2019, Janine was honored with the Automotive News Tony Merpi Award for Leadership & Innovation for her efforts in streamlining cross-functional processes.

A longtime cycling enthusiast and advocate, she is passionate about helping organizations develop accessible and equitable mobility solutions. Janine holds a Bachelor of Science in Communication and Marketing from Eastern Michigan University and lives on the eastside of Detroit.

As the State of Michigan’s Office of Future Mobility and Electrification’s (OFME) mobility innovation associate director, Janine is focused on growing Michigan’s mobility and electrification ecosystem and creating safer, more equitable and environmen... Show more

Josh leads transportation electrification programs for San José Clean Energy, the clean energy provider for the City of San José, and draws on 10+ years of experience in energy efficiency and transportation electrification incentive program management. He has spent the past several years focusing on increasing EV adoption for state governments and Community Choice Aggregators (CCAs), particularly in low-income and disadvantaged communities. Josh has played a key role in directing how over $50 million in funding should be spent to accelerate EV adoption, directly influencing the adoption of more than 8,000 EVs.

Josh leads transportation electrification programs for San José Clean Energy, the clean energy provider for the City of San José, and draws on 10+ years of experience in energy efficiency and transportation electrification incentive program managemen... Show more

Elaine Villatoro is a passionate advocate for sustainable travel who firmly believes in the power of travel to transform individuals for the better. As the founder of Live More, Travel More (LMTM), she raises awareness and inspires travelers to positively impact the places they visit, while connecting them with destinations and businesses committed to sustainability. Featured on renowned platforms such as Tripadvisor, Skyscanner, and Newsweek, Elaine specializes in Sustainable Travel since 2018. Her expertise was further solidified in 2024 with a Sustainable Tourism Destination Management certificate from Cornell University. In December 2022, LMTM received an Honorable Mention in the media category at the Braztoa Sustainability Award, celebrating its successful SEO and content strategies.

Elaine Villatoro is a passionate advocate for sustainable travel who firmly believes in the power of travel to transform individuals for the better. As the founder of Live More, Travel More (LMTM), she raises awareness and inspires travelers to posit... Show more

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Astrid is Head of Public Sector and Sustainability at Techbuyer, which specialises in sustainable solutions for Enterprise IT hardware. She is a Chartered Environmentalist and full member of the Institute of Environmental Management and Assessment (IEMA). Astrid has co-authored a number of academic papers on circular economy and energy efficiency in the IT sector and also lead the development of the Sustainability Best Practice whitepaper for the UK data centre sector through the DCA. Her current focus is industry training on sustainability and net zero through the delivery of IEMA certified courses at Techbuyer.

Astrid is Head of Public Sector and Sustainability at Techbuyer, which specialises in sustainable solutions for Enterprise IT hardware. She is a Chartered Environmentalist and full member of the Institute of Environmental Management and Assessment (I... Show more

Adam is the Partner Alliance and Community lead at Advancing Analytics - a Microsoft Data & AI Specialised Partner and Databricks Select Partner. Over the past 15 years, Adam has led tech community efforts at companies including Microsoft and Green Software Foundation. He is passionate about lifting up voices of underrepresented communities. In his spare time, he has a keen interest in green tech, including EVs, solar and battery technology.

Adam is the Partner Alliance and Community lead at Advancing Analytics - a Microsoft Data & AI Specialised Partner and Databricks Select Partner. Over the past 15 years, Adam has led tech community efforts at companies including Microsoft and Green S... Show more

Kannan is a Strategic Product Leader with over 20 years of experience driving growth at the intersection of telecommunications and digital infrastructure. He specializes in translating complex technical architectures into compelling product visions and leading successful go-to-market strategies.

His expertise covers the entire product lifecycle, from developing market-winning products and go-to-market strategies to monetizing complex network technologies. With a customer-centric approach grounded in hands-on solution architecture, Kannan excels at building scalable, cloud-native products that address real-world pain points and create a distinct competitive advantage.

Currently, Kannan is applying his strategic mindset to tackle environmental challenges. He is pursuing a Master's in Environmental Management at the National University of Singapore, which directly informs his work as a Founding Advisor at Vishrion. In this role, he provides technology strategy and community support for impact-driven startups in climate tech, agritech, and cleantech.

Kannan is open to discussions about product strategy, sustainable technology, and the future of impact-driven innovation.

Kannan is a Strategic Product Leader with over 20 years of experience driving growth at the intersection of telecommunications and digital infrastructure. He specializes in translating complex technical architectures into compelling product visions a... Show more

Kylah Seltzer Johnston works for the Bureau of Asset Management at Cook County. Kylah has an extensive background working in community and political organizing, with an emphasis on campaigns related to climate change and environmental justice. She has also collaborated with a number of coalitions and elected officials across Illinois to strengthen and pass legislation, including the Climate and Equitable Jobs Act. An avid lover of the Great Lakes, Kylah has worked on a number of policy research projects related to Great Lakes waterways and water systems and how they interact with climate change, clean drinking water access, and invasive species. She is currently working as a Relationship Manager with Cook County’s Build Up Cook program, working closely with municipalities in South and West Suburban Cook County to move both water and vertical infrastructure projects from start to finish. In her free time, Kylah can be found baking at home or lounging by Lake Michigan.

Kylah Seltzer Johnston works for the Bureau of Asset Management at Cook County. Kylah has an extensive background working in community and political organizing, with an emphasis on campaigns related to climate change and environmental justice. She ha... Show more