I’m a 10x unicorn who fights crimes against Terraform by day and slays manual processes by night. I love open source, devops and helping teams be awesome by empowering them with great tech.

I’m a 10x unicorn who fights crimes against Terraform by day and slays manual processes by night. I love open source, devops and helping teams be awesome by empowering them with great tech. Show more

Michelle Ellis, MSPA, MS, CEM, CFM, is the Founder & President of The Institute of Leadership Redefinement, where she develops leadership education centered on purpose, people, accountability, emotional intelligence, communication, and the intentional development of future leaders.

Michelle is the creator of Leadership Redefined: Leading Through Purpose and People, a leadership-development framework focused on the belief that leadership is not defined by title or authority, but by the ability to develop people, establish purpose, build accountability, communicate effectively, and create environments where others can succeed.

She also serves as Division Chief of Mitigation and State Hazard Mitigation Officer with the Texas Division of Emergency Management, bringing extensive experience in emergency management, organizational leadership, disaster recovery, hazard mitigation, program management, and the development of high-performing teams.

She holds an Executive Master of Public Service and Administration from the Texas A&M University Bush School of Government and Public Service, as well as a master's degree in organizational leadership. She is a Certified Emergency Manager and Certified Floodplain Manager.

Michelle Ellis, MSPA, MS, CEM, CFM, is the Founder & President of The Institute of Leadership Redefinement, where she develops leadership education centered on purpose, people, accountability, emotional intelligence, communication, and the intentiona... Show more

Christine Noble Seller is an interspecies advocate, systems thinker and bridge-builder working at the intersection of intuitive interspecies communication (IIC), collaborative decision-making and systems change. Practising IIC since 2014, her work increasingly focuses on collaborative contexts with researchers, conservationists and initiatives to explore how wildlife perspectives can inform decisions that affect them.

Her collaborative work includes contributing as a co-author to "Exploring Collaboration across Natural Science and Intuitive Interspecies Communication", presented at the 3rd World Biodiversity Forum in Davos (2024). She is a core team member of Ocean Voices, an IIC practitioner working group, and the Ocean Transformation Programme, led by Dr. Lynne Shannon, Principal Researcher and head of the Marine Sustainability Lab at the University of Cape Town. Ocean Transformation brings together IIC practitioners and professionals from diverse fields, integrating information received through IIC into collaborative research and practice.

Christine is a founding member of Nature’s Council, an international advisory group bringing more-than-human perspectives into decision-making, and a board member of Giving Animals Voice.

Christine Noble Seller is an interspecies advocate, systems thinker and bridge-builder working at the intersection of intuitive interspecies communication (IIC), collaborative decision-making and systems change. Practising IIC since 2014, her work in... Show more

At 14, I am exploring the intersection of systems engineering, applied AI and entrepreneurship, driven by a curiosity about how technology works beneath the surface and how it can be used to solve real-world problems.

What began as an early interest in technology has grown into a journey across software engineering, artificial intelligence, electronics, research and product development. I am particularly interested in understanding complete systems: not just writing code, but designing architectures, solving engineering challenges and turning ideas into working solutions.

I am the founder of Gridsphere, an NIT Jamshedpur-incubated venture, and Saathi-Alexa. My work on the TS-GLDC invention received a $9,500 grant from Emergent Ventures, USA, and was featured by The Times of India. I have also been involved in AI research at the Centre of Excellence at IIT Kharagpur and currently serve as an IASC Citizen Science Team Lead.

My journey has included international and national innovation competitions, research-oriented programmes and entrepreneurship initiatives. Among these, I have been recognised as the Global First Place winner at Amazon InnovateX and the International Design Championship 2026, a Top 40 awardee at Samsung Solve for Tomorrow in association with FITT, IIT Delhi, and a national runner-up at IIT Bombay Techfest's SparkX.

Beyond building technology, I enjoy exploring the relationship between scientific curiosity, engineering discipline and entrepreneurship. I believe innovation is not simply about having an idea or winning a competition. It is about understanding a problem deeply, building something meaningful, testing it rigorously and continuously improving it.

I am interested in sharing this journey through technical talks, keynote sessions, workshops and discussions on applied AI, systems engineering, emerging technologies and entrepreneurship.

At 14, I am exploring the intersection of systems engineering, applied AI and entrepreneurship, driven by a curiosity about how technology works beneath the surface and how it can be used to solve real-world problems. What began as an early intere... Show more

Trevor Wright is an entrepreneur, filmmaker, storyteller, and former sales executive whose unconventional career has taken him from the high school classroom to leading sales organizations and ultimately founding his own consumer product company.

After spending 12 years as an educator, Trevor transitioned into the business world, eventually holding executive sales leadership positions in the solar industry. His background in documentary filmmaking and education shaped his approach to business, teaching him that the most powerful tools in leadership, sales, and communication often come down to understanding people and telling stories that matter.

Today, Trevor is the founder of Jeea Recovery, a consumer wellness brand born from a simple idea while sitting in church. What began as an unexpected moment of inspiration became a years-long journey of product development, manufacturing, brand building, and entrepreneurship.

Drawing from his experiences in education, filmmaking, executive leadership, and entrepreneurship, Trevor speaks about storytelling, leadership, career reinvention, and the courage to pursue an idea before knowing where it might lead. He brings a unique perspective to the stage, combining practical business lessons with the belief that some of life’s biggest opportunities begin with the simplest ideas.

Trevor Wright is an entrepreneur, filmmaker, storyteller, and former sales executive whose unconventional career has taken him from the high school classroom to leading sales organizations and ultimately founding his own consumer product company. ... Show more

Professor Ashenmiller is an environmental economist at Occidental College. She is the faculty advisor to the Touchdown Thrift, Occidental’s student-led campus thrift shop. Her research focuses on individual and household recycling behavior as well as climate adaptation policy and how to quantify the value of the non-market benefits of nature-based interventions.

Professor Ashenmiller is an environmental economist at Occidental College. She is the faculty advisor to the Touchdown Thrift, Occidental’s student-led campus thrift shop. Her research focuses on individual and household recycling behavior as well ... Show more

I graduated with my Bachelor of Arts in Journalism at Georgia State University in Spring 2025. During my time as a student at Georgia State, I joined the Office of Sustainability Initiatives as one of their social media and marketing interns. After graduating, I had the opportunity to continue my work part-time as the office's engagement coordinator. After a year of working part-time, I was able to transition into a full-time position as the Sustainability Coordinator.

I graduated with my Bachelor of Arts in Journalism at Georgia State University in Spring 2025. During my time as a student at Georgia State, I joined the Office of Sustainability Initiatives as one of their social media and marketing interns. After g... Show more

Coral Lozada, Ph.D., is a Faculty Fellow in the Office of Sustainability at Houston Methodist Hospital System, where she advances research and strategy at the intersection of healthcare operations, sustainability, and environmental resilience. Dr. Lozada leads sustainability-aligned research initiatives that examine how environmental factors, including extreme heat and air quality, affect clinical demand, operational planning, and community health outcomes. She supports executive decision-making through data-driven analysis, cross-functional collaboration, and partnerships with clinicians, data scientists, and community stakeholders. Her work also includes grant development, program design, and mentoring students and early-career professionals.
Committed to governance, transparency, and capacity building, Dr. Lozada works to embed sustainability and equity into organizational strategy, culture, and long-term planning across healthcare systems.

Coral Lozada, Ph.D., is a Faculty Fellow in the Office of Sustainability at Houston Methodist Hospital System, where she advances research and strategy at the intersection of healthcare operations, sustainability, and environmental resilience. Dr. Lo... Show more

Lana Crouse serves as Regional Director for the U.S. Green Building Council’s (USGBC) Market Transformation & Development team, where she leads efforts to advance sustainability, health, resilience, and equity across the Atlantic region, including Washington, DC, Maryland, Virginia, West Virginia, North Carolina, and South Carolina. In this role, she oversees market development, cultivates strategic partnerships, and drives local engagement to accelerate the adoption of green building practices.

With more than 25 years of nonprofit leadership experience, Lana brings a strong background in business development, event strategy, and stakeholder engagement. She is passionate about building collaborative communities and advancing solutions that positively impact both people and the planet. Her work reflects a deep commitment to USGBC’s mission of transforming the built environment.

Lana holds a degree from Indiana University’s School of Public and Environmental Affairs and a Nonprofit Management Executive Certificate from Georgetown University.

Lana Crouse serves as Regional Director for the U.S. Green Building Council’s (USGBC) Market Transformation & Development team, where she leads efforts to advance sustainability, health, resilience, and equity across the Atlantic region, including Wa... Show more

Bassam is a founding member of the Crossplane Steering Committee and started the Rook project - a graduated CNCF project. He also is the CEO & Founder of Upbound, the control plane company.

Bassam is a founding member of the Crossplane Steering Committee and started the Rook project - a graduated CNCF project. He also is the CEO & Founder of Upbound, the control plane company. Show more

Afeez Abiodun Adisa

Mechanical Wastewater Process Engineer | Project Management Specialist | Youth Development Leader

Afeez Abiodun Adisa is a Mechanical Wastewater Process Engineer, Project Management Specialist, and youth development leader focused on the intersection of artificial intelligence (AI), critical thinking, digital inclusion, and sustainable development. With over five years of professional experience, he brings a practical, multidisciplinary perspective to how emerging technologies can empower young people and advance Africa's development.

He holds a Higher National Diploma and a Bachelor of Engineering in Mechanical Engineering and has been admitted to pursue a PhD at Louisiana State University (LSU), USA. His experience spans water and wastewater treatment, engineering project delivery, and infrastructure development, with a strong interest in how automation, data-driven decision-making, and AI can improve engineering practice and address environmental challenges.

Beyond engineering, Afeez is an active youth leader and mentor. He serves as Chairman (Head) of the Employability and Empowerment Committee, NYCN MOSAN Okunola; Team Lead, Lead and Mentor; Head, Finance and Sponsorship Committee, Academic Excellence Initiative; and Sponsorship Lead, GMP Youth Professional Program.

Afeez believes AI literacy must go beyond generating content and automating tasks. It must equip young people to question AI-generated information, recognise bias and misinformation, protect their digital rights, and make independent, informed decisions. For him, the measure of AI empowerment is whether young people can use these tools without surrendering their ability to think critically and exercise sound judgement.

His vision is a generation of African professionals and young leaders who combine technological competence with ethical responsibility, creativity, and a commitment to sustainable development, where AI strengthens human intelligence and expands opportunity.

Afeez Abiodun Adisa Mechanical Wastewater Process Engineer | Project Management Specialist | Youth Development Leader Afeez Abiodun Adisa is a Mechanical Wastewater Process Engineer, Project Management Specialist, and youth development leader f... Show more

Kevin J. Owens is the founder and principal consultant of Systems Risk Advisory, LLC, where he helps water and wastewater utilities improve cybersecurity, physical security, emergency preparedness, and operational resilience. He has more than 30 years of experience in electrical engineering, OT and industrial control systems, incident response, and critical infrastructure protection. Kevin chairs the American Water Works Association Cybersecurity Committee and contributes to AWWA security, emergency preparedness, and risk and resilience activities. He has developed water-sector guidance, assessments, tabletop exercises, training, articles, and conference presentations. His credentials include ISA/IEC 62443 Expert, CISSP, CEH, and AWWA Utility Risk and Resilience training.

Kevin J. Owens is the founder and principal consultant of Systems Risk Advisory, LLC, where he helps water and wastewater utilities improve cybersecurity, physical security, emergency preparedness, and operational resilience. He has more than 30 year... Show more

Licenciada en Tecnologías de la Información, con enfoque en análisis de datos y mejora continua. Con experiencia en entornos industriales aplicando análisis de datos para la toma de decisiones y con la iniciativa de apoyar la formación de mujeres en STEM/TECH, compartiendo casos prácticos y herramientas desde experiencias reales.

Licenciada en Tecnologías de la Información, con enfoque en análisis de datos y mejora continua. Con experiencia en entornos industriales aplicando análisis de datos para la toma de decisiones y con la iniciativa de apoyar la formación de mujeres en ... Show more

Vyron Korpas Kamarianos is a Solution Architect and Senior Research Engineer specializing in edge computing and distributed systems for large-scale environmental and Earth Observation data workflows. He holds a BSc in Physics and an MSc in Electronic Automation from NKUA, where he is currently pursuing a PhD focused on edge-cloud orchestration. He is a co-founding partner at Division by Zero P.C. and contributes to major European research projects such as EO4EU, TRACE and HYPER-AI. His work emphasizes interoperable architectures, workflow automation, and user-centric platform design. He is also studying Biology to expand his interdisciplinary perspective.

Vyron Korpas Kamarianos is a Solution Architect and Senior Research Engineer specializing in edge computing and distributed systems for large-scale environmental and Earth Observation data workflows. He holds a BSc in Physics and an MSc in Electronic... Show more

Engineer Mrs Mekue Tafomba Sharon is an environmental engineer, lecturer, and climate advocate from Baleng, Bafoussam in the West Region of Cameroon. She holds a BSc in Environmental Science from the Faculty of Science and an MSc in Environmental Engineering from the College of Technology, both at the University of Bamenda.

Mrs Sharon is a lecturer at IFAMTECH Higher Institute in Bamenda, where she shares her expertise with the next generation of engineers and environmental professionals. She is also actively engaged in the engineering sector through her daily jobs in solar panel installation, biogas production, geophysical survey and borehole drilling.

Beyond academia and engineering, Mrs Sharon is passionate about climate action and is a dedicated volunteer with the International Student Environmental Coalition (ISEC) Cameroon, contributing to environmental advocacy and sustainability initiatives.

Engineer Mrs Mekue Tafomba Sharon is an environmental engineer, lecturer, and climate advocate from Baleng, Bafoussam in the West Region of Cameroon. She holds a BSc in Environmental Science from the Faculty of Science and an MSc in Environmental Eng... Show more

Franziska Kronberg ist Transformation Management Officer und Programmleiterin bei Stromnetz Berlin, wo sie seit Dezember 2023 die bereichsübergreifende Transformation für die Netzentwicklung steuert und das Programm zur Leistungssteigerung umsetzt. Zuvor war sie sechs Jahre Geschäftsführerin der Energie Codes und Services GmbH und verantwortete dort den Aufbau der Gesellschaft, die strategische Geschäftsentwicklung sowie die Vertretung in nationalen und europäischen Gremien zu Marktkommunikation und Elektromobilität. Ihre Karriere umfasst leitende Positionen beim BDEW und in der Energiewirtschaft. Als Diplom-Informatikerin verbindet sie technisches Know-how mit strategischem Denken und steht für Verbindlichkeit, Nachhaltigkeit und lösungsorientierte Führung.

Franziska Kronberg ist Transformation Management Officer und Programmleiterin bei Stromnetz Berlin, wo sie seit Dezember 2023 die bereichsübergreifende Transformation für die Netzentwicklung steuert und das Programm zur Leistungssteigerung umsetzt. Z... Show more

Welborn Kibwota is a research assistant at Thraets Foundation, where he investigates disinformation, synthetic media and the use of less-lethal weapons against protesters.
Welborn is passionate about making evidence accessible to journalists, activists and the public, and about protecting the right to protest in the digital age.

Welborn Kibwota is a research assistant at Thraets Foundation, where he investigates disinformation, synthetic media and the use of less-lethal weapons against protesters. Welborn is passionate about making evidence accessible to journalists, acti... Show more

Active open source developer @Kubestellar

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Ben is an aspiring solarpunk and hobbyist programmr, with more than 1001 year of experience with multiple kind of companies. When he isn't reviewing AI three-way merge requests, you can find him rewatching three-way domain clashes.

Ben is an aspiring solarpunk and hobbyist programmr, with more than 1001 year of experience with multiple kind of companies. When he isn't reviewing AI three-way merge requests, you can find him rewatching three-way domain clashes. Show more

I am a Research Software Engineer at the IBM Research Lab in India, specializing in building high-performance, energy-efficient cloud infrastructure and scale-out systems. Throughout my career in the hybrid cloud domain, I have focused on optimizing systems for energy efficiency, most notably contributing as a developer to PEAKS, a specialized Kubernetes scheduler designed for energy-aware workload orchestration. My current research and development focus has evolved toward architecting next-generation Agentic systems and intelligent observability platforms operating at enterprise scale. In this role, I design and implement automated systems capable of ingesting and analyzing terabytes of telemetry and observability data in real time. By fusing autonomous AI agents with advanced monitoring frameworks, my work helps detect anomalies, predict system bottlenecks, and ensure the robust health, reliability, and continuous performance of complex distributed applications. Driven by a passion for intersectional research across systems engineering, cloud computing, and applied artificial intelligence, I continually seek to create scalable, intelligent solutions that simplify infrastructure management and pave the way for greener, more autonomous cloud environments.

I am a Research Software Engineer at the IBM Research Lab in India, specializing in building high-performance, energy-efficient cloud infrastructure and scale-out systems. Throughout my career in the hybrid cloud domain, I have focused on optimizing ... Show more

Serial startup CTO Gareth brings engineering best practice to the world of software development.

Originally an Electrical Engineer with a background in Process Control and Lean Manufacturing, Agile felt like the natural way to work as he followed his passion and moved into the world of Software Development.

He is now spreading the message of small batch sizes, continuous improvement and self organisation and has implemented agile principles in diverse industries.

Serial startup CTO Gareth brings engineering best practice to the world of software development. Originally an Electrical Engineer with a background in Process Control and Lean Manufacturing, Agile felt like the natural way to work as he followed ... Show more

Claire Samojedny, P.E., is a Staff Civil Engineer in the Water Global Practice at Burns & McDonnell in Chicago, IL. She is a planning engineer and hydraulic modeler with five years of experience in capital improvement master planning, integrated asset management, and hydraulic modeling for wastewater collection systems, water transmission and distribution systems, and stormwater systems across the country. She integrates hydraulic models, GIS, and asset data to evaluate system capacity and condition, prioritize needs, and develop phased capital improvement programs that support long-term growth, regulatory requirements, and asset renewal. She holds a B.S. in Civil Engineering with a minor in Sustainability, Energy, and Environment from the University of Illinois at Urbana-Champaign and is a registered Professional Engineer in Illinois.

Claire Samojedny, P.E., is a Staff Civil Engineer in the Water Global Practice at Burns & McDonnell in Chicago, IL. She is a planning engineer and hydraulic modeler with five years of experience in capital improvement master planning, integrated asse... Show more

Philip Kwasi Banini is the Team Lead and Co-Founder of iWatch Africa, where he leads initiatives in data journalism, misinformation, climate action, human and digital rights, and illicit financial flows. He manages projects supported by UK aid, the European Union, DANIDA, the US Government, Google and other partners.

Philip Kwasi Banini is the Team Lead and Co-Founder of iWatch Africa, where he leads initiatives in data journalism, misinformation, climate action, human and digital rights, and illicit financial flows. He manages projects supported by UK aid, the E... Show more

Experte en durabilité et en gestion de projets, j'accompagne depuis de nombreuses années la transformation des filières agricoles au Cameroun. Titulaire d'un Master II en Contrôle Qualité et d'un Master en Biochimie, j'ai débuté ma carrière dans l'audit des référentiels et l'amélioration des procédés, avant de me spécialiser dans la certification et les programmes de cacao durable, notamment chez Barry Callebaut Cameroun.
J'y ai conduit des programmes couvrant la certification de groupes de producteurs, la formation des agriculteurs, la prévention du travail des enfants, l'autonomisation économique des femmes et la digitalisation des paiements aux producteurs.
Aujourd'hui à la tête de la durabilité de MOI FOODS Cameroon (Mewah Group), j'ai construit le programme cacao de l'entreprise et je pilote sa mise en conformité avec le règlement européen sur la déforestation (EUDR)

Experte en durabilité et en gestion de projets, j'accompagne depuis de nombreuses années la transformation des filières agricoles au Cameroun. Titulaire d'un Master II en Contrôle Qualité et d'un Master en Biochimie, j'ai débuté ma carrière dans l'au... Show more

Sean O'Dell is an Executive Vice President at Baxter & Woodman in Chicago, Illinois. He has worked for this 450-person consulting firm since graduating from college (2002, Bradley) and currently helps lead their Water Group and Illinois Business Development Team. He represents the ISAWWA at the Illinois Public Service Institute (Graduate, Class Rep and Current Committee Leader). He is also a member of the ISAWWA Leadership and Management Committee.

Sean O'Dell is an Executive Vice President at Baxter & Woodman in Chicago, Illinois. He has worked for this 450-person consulting firm since graduating from college (2002, Bradley) and currently helps lead their Water Group and Illinois Business Deve... Show more

Audrey Woods is the Sustainability Program Coordinator at Amherst College and a former Green Dean in the Office of Sustainability, where she develops and leads cohort-based and campus-wide programs focused on engagement, systems thinking, and behavior change. At Amherst, she leads the Sustainable Career Initiative, a first-year program she designed, piloted, and continues to refine. The program provides early-career intervention by building self-awareness, introducing key campus and professional resources, and developing foundational sustainability competencies through workshops, hands-on activities, and alumni engagement. It frames sustainability as both an accessible entry point and a foundation for a wide range of career paths, while supporting students in self-directed exploration. Now in its third year, the program continues to evolve based on student feedback and learning outcomes. She holds a B.A. in Political Science from Amherst College.

Audrey Woods is the Sustainability Program Coordinator at Amherst College and a former Green Dean in the Office of Sustainability, where she develops and leads cohort-based and campus-wide programs focused on engagement, systems thinking, and behavio... Show more

Dr. Duane R. Edgington is a Senior Software Engineer at MBARI, where he applies machine learning and AI to marine imagery and passive-acoustic-monitoring recordings — including building TensorFlow-free PyTorch pipelines for bioacoustic analysis. With a Ph.D. in Neuroscience from Harvard GSAS and B.S. degrees in Engineering and Biology from Caltech, his research centers on bringing proven ML methods to marine science and ecology questions relevant to climate change and ocean sustainability.

Dr. Duane R. Edgington is a Senior Software Engineer at MBARI, where he applies machine learning and AI to marine imagery and passive-acoustic-monitoring recordings — including building TensorFlow-free PyTorch pipelines for bioacoustic analysis. With... Show more

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Nalin Theodore is a recent graduate of Christopher Newport University, where he earned a Bachelor of Arts in Communication Studies with a minor in Leadership Studies. During his time at CNU, Nalin was actively involved in the Presidential Leadership Program, Lambda Pi Eta Communication Honor Society, Residence Life, and the Men’s Ultimate Frisbee Team. Nalin’s interest in sustainability grew through his involvement in student-led environmental initiatives and his work as a Reuzzi Student Ambassador. In this role, he used his strengths in communication, storytelling, and video production to create engaging promotional content that raised awareness of Reuzzi’s sustainable solutions and encouraged more environmentally conscious choices among college students. He is currently pursuing a Master of Science in Management at George Mason University while working as a Sales Consultant at Safford Subaru Manassas. Nalin is passionate about using communication, leadership, and creative media to strengthen communities and make sustainability more accessible and engaging. Outside of his professional and academic work, he enjoys volunteering in his community, creating videos, staying active, exploring the outdoors, and playing ultimate frisbee.

Nalin Theodore is a recent graduate of Christopher Newport University, where he earned a Bachelor of Arts in Communication Studies with a minor in Leadership Studies. During his time at CNU, Nalin was actively involved in the Presidential Leadership ... Show more

Chinonye Abonyi is a multidisciplinary professional with experience across Growth & Operations, Project Management, Business Development, Community Management, Communications, Product, Design, Entrepreneurship, and Food & Catering. She has worked across technology, creative, community, and social-impact spaces, bringing together different skills, interests, and experiences to build and contribute to meaningful projects.

Chinonye Abonyi is a multidisciplinary professional with experience across Growth & Operations, Project Management, Business Development, Community Management, Communications, Product, Design, Entrepreneurship, and Food & Catering. She has worked acr... Show more