Jack Ross started off as a backend engineer, but moved to DevOps in 2017 where he has been working since. He currently works as a Principal Software Development Engineer at Shutterfly where he focuses on cloud infrastructure, and as a DevOps Consultant at BlueLabs Analytics. He has previously worked at Formidable, Stelligent, PartnerComm Inc, as well as bookit.com. Additionally, Jack is a husband, father, vegan, and environmentalist. He enjoys playing bass in bands, running long-distance trails, hiking, camping, and kayaking.

Jack Ross started off as a backend engineer, but moved to DevOps in 2017 where he has been working since. He currently works as a Principal Software Development Engineer at Shutterfly where he focuses on cloud infrastructure, and as a DevOps Consulta... Show more

Former Stoke exchange trader, I'm the Co-Founder and
CEO of INGWAZ, the creator of TOKOU, WEB 3.0 social manga anime
gaming ecosystem, developing the P2E Game TOKOU FIGHT among
other games with common Tokenomics, a marketplace, a Build to Earn
platform and a Gaming Incubator, for the community by the community.
I've created an indie gaming studio, 5 years ago,
specialised in social gaming for PC & mobile.
I holds a Phd in financial mathematics applied to energy market and
worked in trading commodity for 10+ years, lived in 5 different
countries (Turkey, Colombia, Singapore, Dubai and Italy).
Tech-Entrepreneur and videographer, I visited 100+ countries and I'm
passionate about world culture in all its form.

Former Stoke exchange trader, I'm the Co-Founder and CEO of INGWAZ, the creator of TOKOU, WEB 3.0 social manga anime gaming ecosystem, developing the P2E Game TOKOU FIGHT among other games with common Tokenomics, a marketplace, a Build to Earn pl... Show more

Vikas is a self-taught in blockchain. He started in early 2016 when he got introduced to this rebellious tech. He has built consumer products in the past on top of blockchain. Have worked with United Nations on a land registry use case in 2019. Currently, he is focused on solving a $1Tn opportunity in the crypto space which is NFT financial derivatives. He is continuously pushing forward in solving this.

Vikas is a self-taught in blockchain. He started in early 2016 when he got introduced to this rebellious tech. He has built consumer products in the past on top of blockchain. Have worked with United Nations on a land registry use case in 2019. Curre... Show more

Marek Sadowski is a full stack developer advocate, a robotics startup founder and an entrepreneur. He has about 20 year experience in consulting largest enterprises in USA, Europe, Japan, Middle East and Africa. As a graduate from the International Space University Marek pioneered in a research on VR goggles for the virtual reality system to control robots on Mars in NASA Ames. He founded a startup to deliver robotics solutions and services for industries. Marek moved to Silicon Valley to promote IoT/Edge, robotics, RPA, serverless, and container solutions driven by AI, APIs, and Cloud Native. In 2020 Marek published a book on Serverless Swift.

Marek Sadowski is a full stack developer advocate, a robotics startup founder and an entrepreneur. He has about 20 year experience in consulting largest enterprises in USA, Europe, Japan, Middle East and Africa. As a graduate from the International S... Show more

Holly Petersen has worked as a consultant for over six years creating and building training programs for clients all over the world. She owns her own consulting business based out of Minneapolis, MN.

Holly Petersen has worked as a consultant for over six years creating and building training programs for clients all over the world. She owns her own consulting business based out of Minneapolis, MN. Show more

Designer systémique, facilitatrice, oratrice, mentor, moteur d'écosystèmes, écoféministe intersectionnelle, j'appréhende le complexe pour comprendre, converger, structurer et construire. Je donne des conférences et je publie sur mon métier et sur des thématiques comme le burnout ou l'anthropocène. Mes valeurs conduisent ma pratique du métier et je pratique un design inclusif et éthique. Depuis bientôt 15 ans, j'aide les personnes et les organisations à définir leurs fondamentaux et leurs objectifs et à construire une communication cohérente en fonction. Je suis membre du chapitre lyonnais d'IxDA avec qui j'ai co-organisé la conférence Interaction 18, des Designers Lyonnais et de groupes locaux d'entraide. J'ai créé et co-anime le think tank Common Future(s).

Designer systémique, facilitatrice, oratrice, mentor, moteur d'écosystèmes, écoféministe intersectionnelle, j'appréhende le complexe pour comprendre, converger, structurer et construire. Je donne des conférences et je publie sur mon métier et sur des... Show more

Innovator, industry insider and technologist who is currently researching and developing an industry platform using Augmented Reality and Artificial Intelligence to improve the kitchen renovation experience for homeowners and trade professionals. His innovation and insight come from his hands-on experience early in his career as a cabinet maker, then licensed contractor, kitchen designer in the San Francisco Bay Area and later as an owner of a manufacturer’s representative agency where he gained experience in all facets of the business – sales and marketing; the development of product brands, patents and B2B marketing strategies;, the design of professional development programs; and finally consulting for kitchen dealership owners. Called by analysts in the tech sector a “triple threat,” Jim has the technical knowledge, executive sales acumen, and domain expertise in the kitchen renovation space. Today Jim provides business owner consultation, due diligence, industry insight. In addition, Jim is often asked to speak about his ideas and perspective as he did earlier this year at the Kitchen and Bath Industry Show during Design and Construction Week at the Las Vegas Convention Center, AEC 6.1 Hackathon in Silicon Valley & speakers panel at the 2019 Pacific Coast Builder Show at the Moscone Center, San Francisco .

Innovator, industry insider and technologist who is currently researching and developing an industry platform using Augmented Reality and Artificial Intelligence to improve the kitchen renovation experience for homeowners and trade professionals. His... Show more

Data guy with a business view, loving sustainable innovative energy solutions achieved through tech.

Data guy with a business view, loving sustainable innovative energy solutions achieved through tech. Show more

Dushyant is Executive Vice President heading the Global Engg. & IT for Cyanconnode. He brings 25+ Years’ experience in IT leadership roles in his past organisations like TCS, Cognizant, LTM. His focus area is enabling technology led transformation for organisations through technology pillars of Industry 4.0, Digital Transformation, Data & AI.
As key member of Cyanconnode Exec Team, he is leading company's next gen product portfolio development in IoT communications, Edge Intelligence, Data & AI solutions. Cyanconnode's comprehensive technology portfolio enables the Energy and Utilities sector clients in their transformation journey for improved customer satisfaction, leaner operations and accelerated path to Net Zero. With over 5 million IoT endpoints across 8 countries globally, it is a leader in IoT solutions. Cyanconnode Pvt. Ltd. India, a subsidiary of the UK-based Cyanconnode Group that is listed in London Stock Exchange. It’s subsidiary DigiSmart is an AMISP and actively working with a key state Utility in Smart Meter rollout and transformation journey to being the Utility of the future.

Dushyant is Executive Vice President heading the Global Engg. & IT for Cyanconnode. He brings 25+ Years’ experience in IT leadership roles in his past organisations like TCS, Cognizant, LTM. His focus area is enabling technology led transformation fo... Show more

I am a Research, Monitoring, Evaluation, and Learning (RMEL) professional with a focus on child and youth-centered development, evidence-based programming, and policy influence. My work bridges research, practice, and advocacy, supporting the design and evaluation of interventions that improve outcomes for children and young people across diverse contexts.

I bring experience in digital health and digital rights, with a particular interest in how technology can be ethically and inclusively leveraged to expand access to services and information for children and youth. I have participated in regional and global platforms, including the Global Digital Health Forum (GDHF), contributing to discussions on research, data use, and responsible digital systems.

I have also contributed to the development of the Kenya CSO Complementary Report to the 4th State Periodic Report, as mandated by the African Committee of Experts on the Rights and Welfare of the Child (ACERWC), strengthening my engagement in child rights reporting, accountability, and civil society advocacy at the continental level.

Beyond RMEL, my experience spans livelihoods development, capacity building, and environmental sustainability, working with communities and institutions to generate evidence that informs sustainable, people-centered solutions.

Main Point of Contact: Audrey Nafula | Email: audreynafula19@gmail.com

I am a Research, Monitoring, Evaluation, and Learning (RMEL) professional with a focus on child and youth-centered development, evidence-based programming, and policy influence. My work bridges research, practice, and advocacy, supporting the design ... Show more

I am working professional in Unisys, part of the AI Practice team, office of CTO. I explore and experiment with latest AI tech. I am also a sustainability enthusiast. I have participated and won in some national and International Hackathons, also enjoy tinkering and playing with IoT projects. Big time Foodie - Love to travel and taste different foods.

I am working professional in Unisys, part of the AI Practice team, office of CTO. I explore and experiment with latest AI tech. I am also a sustainability enthusiast. I have participated and won in some national and International Hackathons, also enj... Show more

Bhanu Reddy is a Senior Data Engineer at Meta and a passionate advocate for sustainable and energy-efficient AI. With over a decade of experience in data engineering, cloud computing, and machine learning, Bhanu leads efforts to design scalable AI systems that are both high-performing and environmentally conscious. He is the founder of GreenGuard AI, an initiative focused on optimizing AI infrastructure and workflows for carbon efficiency.

Bhanu is currently pursuing a Doctor of Business Administration (DBA), where his thesis centers on energy-efficient AI systems and sustainable data practices. He has presented at international conferences, judged hackathons, and contributed to research in federated learning, model pruning, and knowledge distillation for Green AI. His work bridges technical innovation and environmental responsibility, aiming to redefine how AI systems are built, deployed, and sustained at scale.

Bhanu Reddy is a Senior Data Engineer at Meta and a passionate advocate for sustainable and energy-efficient AI. With over a decade of experience in data engineering, cloud computing, and machine learning, Bhanu leads efforts to design scalable AI sy... Show more

Katherine Achacoso (she/her/sija) is a queer daughter of the Filipinx and Surigaonon diasporas. She was raised in Tkaronto and has spent the past decade learning, organizing, and teaching in occupied Hawaiʻi. Katherine has areas of specialization in environmental justice, critical ecology studies, diaspora, gender and sexuality, and Critical Indigenous Studies/Indigenous feminisms. Her ongoing research examines the transnational history of North American mining on her ancestral homelands in Surigao, focusing on the insurgent ecological responses of Surigaonon communities at home and in diaspora. Katherine is also working on several collaborative projects on Asian settler colonialism and Indigenous politics in Asia, decolonial approaches to disability justice in occupied Hawaiʻi, and community curriculum on survivor-centered approaches to transformative justice. As a scholar-activist, Katherine remains committed to building community-engaged projects and pedagogy that work toward decolonization and transnational solidarities across the Philippines, Oceania, and Turtle Island.

Katherine Achacoso (she/her/sija) is a queer daughter of the Filipinx and Surigaonon diasporas. She was raised in Tkaronto and has spent the past decade learning, organizing, and teaching in occupied Hawaiʻi. Katherine has areas of specialization in ... Show more

Davide Conficconi is a Assistant Professor in Computer Systems at Politecnico di Milano, leading a research programme in hardware-software co-design of digital systems to are fundamentally more efficient, scalable, and aligned with the semantics of the domains they support.

As co-organiser of the Whiskey AI workshop, he explores how energy-efficient computing systems can impact whiskey aging for a sustainable production

Davide Conficconi is a Assistant Professor in Computer Systems at Politecnico di Milano, leading a research programme in hardware-software co-design of digital systems to are fundamentally more efficient, scalable, and aligned with the semantics of t... Show more

Perry Samson is an Arthur F. Thurmond Professor in the Department of Climate and Space Sciences and Engineering at the University of Michigan. Samson has been honored with the University of Michigan's Distinguished Innovator of the Year Award for his work on educational technologies. He is also a co-founder of the popular weather website, The Weather Underground, and a Fellow of the American Meteorological Society.

Perry Samson is an Arthur F. Thurmond Professor in the Department of Climate and Space Sciences and Engineering at the University of Michigan. Samson has been honored with the University of Michigan's Distinguished Innovator of the Year Award for his... Show more

Nikhil Barthwal is passionate about building distributed systems. He has several years of work experience in both big companies & smaller startups and also acts as a mentor to several startups. Outside of work, he speaks at international conferences on several topics related to Distributed systems & Programming Languages. You can know more about him via his homepage www.nikhilbarthwal.com.

Nikhil Barthwal is passionate about building distributed systems. He has several years of work experience in both big companies & smaller startups and also acts as a mentor to several startups. Outside of work, he speaks at international conferences ... Show more

Maryn Ryan Soref is a ReGen NextGen SFO leader, Angel impact investor and speaker at the forefront of elite family office, social impact and global leadership communities. She is the founder of The Peace Train, a global community, 360 media brand, meta-narrative and cultural movement for World Peace, and The Peace Pledge, a sister philanthropic vehicle and multi-sector pledge dedicated to “making peace more profitable than war” and achieving world peace by 2030. She is also the founder of LIGHTSPACE, a global regenerative real estate agency and web3 ecosystem devoted to revitalizing land, communities, and cities worldwide.

Maryn works at the intersection of culture, capital, and consciousness—bridging family offices, global organizations, and artists to co-create a thriving world rooted in peace, prosperity, and planetary regeneration. A passionate storyteller and cultural architect, she produces large-scale events, docuseries, and philanthropic initiatives that unite leaders and inspire systemic change towards a thriving ever present and future for all life on this planet and beyond.

Maryn Ryan Soref is a ReGen NextGen SFO leader, Angel impact investor and speaker at the forefront of elite family office, social impact and global leadership communities. She is the founder of The Peace Train, a global community, 360 media brand, me... Show more

Victor is a science enthusiast pursuing a doctoral degree in renewable energy at Curtin University. His research focuses on biomass valorization and eco-friendly plastics. He actively promotes chemical science as a committee member of the American Chemical Society's Australian Student Chapter. Victor also engages in science communication through CSIRO's STEM Professionals program.

As a Microsoft Learn Student Ambassador, he enhances his digital literacy and incorporates computational chemistry into his research. Victor's active contributions to the Windows Insider Program earned him the 2023 Windows Insider Most Valuable Professional Award, a testament to his impact in the Windows community.

Victor is a science enthusiast pursuing a doctoral degree in renewable energy at Curtin University. His research focuses on biomass valorization and eco-friendly plastics. He actively promotes chemical science as a committee member of the American Ch... Show more

Hassan is a PhD researcher in Economics and Finance at Cranfield University School of Management, with a strong background in Development Economics and International Development. He holds a BSc (Hons) in Applied Accounting (2.1) from the Institute of Public Administration and Management (IPAM), University of Sierra Leone, and an MSc in International Finance and Economics from Canterbury Christ Church University, UK.

With over 10 years of experience, including more than eight years in advisory roles, Hassan has worked extensively in International Development, Research and Policy, and Development Programme Management across Africa and Europe. He has held both permanent and consultancy positions with leading organizations such as the World Food Programme, United Nations Development Programme, European Commission, European Central Bank, and the World Bank Group.

His work in Africa has focused on Sustainable Development, Host Government Support, Emergency Operations, and designing programme interventions that drive meaningful outcomes.

Hassan is a Certified PRINCE2® Project Management Professional and a member of the American Finance Association and the London Fiscal Institute.

Hassan is a PhD researcher in Economics and Finance at Cranfield University School of Management, with a strong background in Development Economics and International Development. He holds a BSc (Hons) in Applied Accounting (2.1) from the Institute of... Show more

Nicole Weydmann ist Professorin für qualitative Methoden an der Hochschule Furtwangen, Mitglied des Lehrwerkstätten-Netzwerks und Mit-Herausgeberin der FQS-Debatte "Lehren und Lernen qualitativer Methoden". Ihre Arbeitsschwerpunkte sind qualitative Sozialforschung mit Fokus auf reflexiven und performativen Methoden sowie die Transformation von Lehr- und Lernbedingungen in (Hoch-) Schule. Darüber hinaus beschäftigt sie sich mit gesellschaftlichen Transformationsprozessen und Mensch-Umwelt-Beziehungen in Zeiten krisenhafter Umweltveränderungen.

Nicole Weydmann ist Professorin für qualitative Methoden an der Hochschule Furtwangen, Mitglied des Lehrwerkstätten-Netzwerks und Mit-Herausgeberin der FQS-Debatte "Lehren und Lernen qualitativer Methoden". Ihre Arbeitsschwerpunkte sind qualitative S... Show more

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Education Researcher & Lecturer 👨‍🏫 @HSGStGallen 🇨🇭 | Researching #educationaltheory #educationalmyths #educationalmedia | Enjoying #highered #sustainability #openscience 🧠#PKM Nerd using #ObsidianMD #Hochschuldidaktik #Hochschullehre #Na... Show more

Mohamed Turay is a dynamic young Sierra Leonean leader, founder and Chief Commissioner of Better World Manifestation, and a passionate advocate for digital transformation and youth empowerment across West Africa.

As the grand winner of the 2025 EduCube Digital Learning Hub Debate Competition, he secured a fully equipped 20ft digital learning hub, bringing practical digital education to underserved students in Waterloo. He also served as a researcher at the Sierra Leone Policy Conference 2025, where he presented on financing innovations, green growth, and debt dynamics to support national development.

Through advocacy and changemaking initiatives, Mohamed inspires the next generation of African leaders to harness technology for inclusive progress. His work focuses on bridging policy, education, and innovation making him a strong voice for cross border digital cooperation and West Africa’s leadership in the Fourth Industrial Revolution.

Mohamed Turay is a dynamic young Sierra Leonean leader, founder and Chief Commissioner of Better World Manifestation, and a passionate advocate for digital transformation and youth empowerment across West Africa. As the grand winner of the 2025 Ed... Show more

Kyler Chin is a computer science student at University of California, Irvine and researches public transport computer science at Catenary Transit Initatives.

Kyler Chin is a computer science student at University of California, Irvine and researches public transport computer science at Catenary Transit Initatives. Show more

Dr. Peter Marchetto is the Research Engineer and Instrumentation Scientist at FieldKit, dealing with environmental measurements from finding the measurand in the environmental system all the way through the signal chain to getting environmental data online and interpreted. He also volunteers as lead engineer at Sunflower City, a nonprofit environmental organization focused on proving out nature-based solutions to flooding issues, where he is responsible for sensor network hardware and measurement instrumentation. He was previously a professor in the Bioproducts and Biosystems Engineering department at the University of Minnesota, co-director of that department’s Instrumentation and Robotics Group, and lead designer of the department’s makerspace. His graduate and postdoctoral work focused on creating instrumentation for both the Bioacoustics Research Program and the Soil and Water Lab at Cornell University. He is the chair of the Standards and Practices Subcommittee of the Distributed Sensing Technical Committee of the American Geophysical Union, and has been a member of IEEE, AES, ASA, AGU, and APS, as well as a nominated member of Sigma Xi, the Scientific Research Honor Society. His favorite quote is, “People without dirty hands are wrong; doing something makes you right.” (Pettis and Stark, 2009)

Dr. Peter Marchetto is the Research Engineer and Instrumentation Scientist at FieldKit, dealing with environmental measurements from finding the measurand in the environmental system all the way through the signal chain to getting environmental data ... Show more

Eloi currently works as a Product Owner at Meteosim (Barcelona). He started in this company as an intern in 2021, and since then he has worked on the back-end and front-end of the different services offered to customers. Moreover, he introduced Airflow and engineered the interaction between Airflow and Slurm. On the side, he is currently pursuing a PhD in renewable energies.

Eloi currently works as a Product Owner at Meteosim (Barcelona). He started in this company as an intern in 2021, and since then he has worked on the back-end and front-end of the different services offered to customers. Moreover, he introduced Airfl... Show more

Eric Appiah is an award-winning technology and sustainability professional and a certified AI security and Governance Expert with over a decade of experience spanning artificial intelligence, cybersecurity, digital transformation, and ESG-driven innovation. He is widely recognized for translating complex technical concepts into practical strategies that support organizational growth, resilience, and sustainable impact.

He holds two master’s degrees in Cybersecurity and Digital Forensics, and Environmental Sustainability and Management, as well as a BSc in Computer Science. His academic foundation is complemented by executive and professional certifications in ESG, information security, ISO standards, digital marketing, and business strategy from globally respected institutions including HarvardX, the University of London, the World Bank Group, and Google.

Eric has trained over 800 professionals (Lawyers, Doctors etc.) and students on Artificial Intelligence through his work with US Embassy American Spaces (Corner) and Mobile Web Ghana. He is the Director at Appiah Information Technology Systems, where he has overseen the delivery of over several digital solutions, managed cloud and VPS infrastructure, and advised organizations on secure, scalable, and performance-driven technology adoption.

As a Global speaker and trainer, Eric has contributed to regional and international platforms, including conferences and capacity-building programs organized by the US Embassy Ghana American Spaces, CXO Portals UK, Africa Digital Skills Conference, Ghana AI Summit,Oxford Africa Women Leadership Institute, IPRA, and ESG forums across Africa. His speaking focuses on artificial intelligence for productivity and business growth, cybersecurity leadership, digital skills development, and the role of technology in advancing climate action and sustainability.

In addition to his professional and speaking engagements, Eric is deeply committed to mentorship and education, supporting students, professionals, and executives through training, and applied technology projects for over 1800 people on telegram. His work reflects a strong belief that technology when strategically governed can deliver measurable economic, social, and environmental value.

Eric Appiah brings a rare combination of technical depth, strategic insight, and practical execution, positioning him for executive leadership, consulting, and international advisory roles at the intersection of technology, sustainability, and innovation.

Eric Appiah is an award-winning technology and sustainability professional and a certified AI security and Governance Expert with over a decade of experience spanning artificial intelligence, cybersecurity, digital transformation, and ESG-driven inno... Show more

Helen Ogbugo is a practical technology enthusiast from Port Harcourt, Nigeria, with hands-on experience in solar system installation and cyber café operations. She has developed technical and digital skills by working directly with power systems, computer services, and online platforms. Helen is passionate about encouraging women and girls to explore science and technology through practical learning and real-world applications. She believes that technical skills such as renewable energy installation and digital services can empower young women to build sustainable careers and contribute to community development.

Helen Ogbugo is a practical technology enthusiast from Port Harcourt, Nigeria, with hands-on experience in solar system installation and cyber café operations. She has developed technical and digital skills by working directly with power systems, com... Show more

I am a green digital marketer and founder of www.living-postcards.com, a project started in 2012 in order to support Greek entrepreneurship all over the world. Founder of the #dontacceptit Campaign against domestic violence. I am also an author and a keynote speaker.

I am a green digital marketer and founder of www.living-postcards.com, a project started in 2012 in order to support Greek entrepreneurship all over the world. Founder of the #dontacceptit Campaign against domestic violence. I am also an author and a... Show more

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AI/ML engineer with expertise in predictive modeling, time-series analysis, and NLP-driven search systems. I have delivered projects in real estate, mobility, and policy automation, leveraging Python, SQL, and cloud deployment. An IIT Bombay graduate, he also explores entrepreneurship with ventures like MentorNeuron and NutriPops.

AI/ML engineer with expertise in predictive modeling, time-series analysis, and NLP-driven search systems. I have delivered projects in real estate, mobility, and policy automation, leveraging Python, SQL, and cloud deployment. An IIT Bombay graduate... Show more