Commonly described as the boy next door (although next door to whom has never been quite defined), Warren fell in love with SQL when he was accidentally thrust into it after going to see a girl at a tech company. He liked it so he put a ring on it. That was the girl, and as for SQL and Data the affair continues. Warren consults as a Data Engineer for Moyo Business Advisory and is a volunteer Lead for Johannesburg Data Platform. In his spare time he likes Mountain biking, Ice Skating, Offroad 4x4ing and Cleaning up Rivers

Commonly described as the boy next door (although next door to whom has never been quite defined), Warren fell in love with SQL when he was accidentally thrust into it after going to see a girl at a tech company. He liked it so he put a ring on it. T... Show more

Mian Haris Ali is a tech entrepreneur, privacy advocate, and the Founder & CEO of Vertechx Technologies, the company behind KEWLAPPS—a suite of privacy-first mobile applications trusted by over 30 million users worldwide.

With over a decade of experience in mobile security, product innovation, and inclusive tech ecosystems, Haris has built one of Pakistan’s most impactful digital tools for mobile data protection and user empowerment. He is known for scaling products from emerging markets to global audiences without compromising on ethics, performance, or accessibility.

Haris has spoken at global platforms such as GITEX (UAE), Future Fest (Pakistan), CMX Connect, and GenGlobal, and has mentored youth and startups across Pakistan, Kenya, Nigeria, and Singapore. His work has been recognized by Pakistan’s Ministry of IT, Plan9 Incubator, and several international innovation communities.

Driven by the belief that trust is the future of technology, Haris continues to lead conversations on cybersecurity, responsible AI, and scalable digital inclusion—while building solutions that reflect the realities of users in the Global South.

Mian Haris Ali is a tech entrepreneur, privacy advocate, and the Founder & CEO of Vertechx Technologies, the company behind KEWLAPPS—a suite of privacy-first mobile applications trusted by over 30 million users worldwide. With over a decade of exp... Show more

Marjolein is an experienced software test consultant with a focus on functional and non-functional quality of software. In her opinion a product or system is not finished when it meets the specified functionality; she also emphasizes non-functional alspects as usability, user-friendliness, performance and sustainability.
Besides sustainability Marjolein is very passionate about lowcode development and testing lowcode applications.
Also available for workshops and tutorials.

Marjolein is an experienced software test consultant with a focus on functional and non-functional quality of software. In her opinion a product or system is not finished when it meets the specified functionality; she also emphasizes non-functional a... Show more

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Actualmente lidero la unidad de Xpert Consulting en UX & Product Strategy en SHIFTA

Con 25 años de experiencia y formación en el ámbito de Experiencia de Usuario y Estrategia de Producto he trabajado en sectores como healthtech, healthcare, wellness, realstate, retail, marketplace, food service, telco/ media, energy, edutech, public sector y ongs ayudando a empresas y organizaciones a tomar decisiones estratégicas basadas en el comportamiento de sus usuarios con un enfoque que combina rigor metodológico con una mirada basada en los objetivos de negocio y producto.

Me he formado en facilitación de dinámicas para colaborar al encuadre de necesidades y problemas.

También me he especializado en Usabilidad, Accesibilidad Digital y Diseño conversacional para Asistentes Virtuales

He colaborado con diversas empresas en el armado de equipos de UX/UI como Manager entre ellas SHIFTA con el Framework Dual Track Agile y Discovery continuo.

Actualmente lidero la unidad de Xpert Consulting en UX & Product Strategy en SHIFTA Con 25 años de experiencia y formación en el ámbito de Experiencia de Usuario y Estrategia de Producto he trabajado en sectores como healthtech, healthcare, wellne... Show more

Adam Hall hates a boring meeting and will do anything to make teams enjoy the way they spend time together. He has an energetic and playful style that's been seen by hundreds of companies including Google, British Airways, Lloyds, Vodafone, British Gas and PureGym. He’s always looking at ways to encourage teams to collaborate better and have fun while they do it.

Adam Hall hates a boring meeting and will do anything to make teams enjoy the way they spend time together. He has an energetic and playful style that's been seen by hundreds of companies including Google, British Airways, Lloyds, Vodafone, British G... Show more

Sachin is responsible for designing the Open Source & AI strategy for the DTO at an Energy Company. He dons two hats as he has a degree in law & engineering, he has previously held positions such as Open Source counsel, Evangelist & IP analyst with HPE, HERE Technologies & Honeywell respectively. Sachin is outdoorsy & loves participating in marathons.

Sachin is responsible for designing the Open Source & AI strategy for the DTO at an Energy Company. He dons two hats as he has a degree in law & engineering, he has previously held positions such as Open Source counsel, Evangelist & IP analyst with H... Show more

Alireza Ghaderi is a PhD candidate in Aerospace Engineering, specializing in smart drones, drone swarms, and AI-driven systems for real-time pilot fatigue and awareness analysis. He is actively involved in multiple global drone projects, ranging from drone shows to IoT-based surveillance systems. Additionally, Alireza is working on his startup, Aware AI, supported by Funding-team, based in San Francisco, where he develops real-time awareness analysis using smartphones and wearables.

Alireza Ghaderi is a PhD candidate in Aerospace Engineering, specializing in smart drones, drone swarms, and AI-driven systems for real-time pilot fatigue and awareness analysis. He is actively involved in multiple global drone projects, ranging from... Show more

Deployed Engineer @ LangChain, passionate about Open Source and Product Development. Ex-CTO and founder of an AI startup, with a background in robotics and deep learning. Mountain biker and cycling enthusiast.

Deployed Engineer @ LangChain, passionate about Open Source and Product Development. Ex-CTO and founder of an AI startup, with a background in robotics and deep learning. Mountain biker and cycling enthusiast. Show more

As the founder of エーアイ.コム & クリプト.コム, I am passionate about bringing innovation to the Japanese internet by combining cutting-edge AI and blockchain technologies.

エーアイ.コム leverages large language models and Web3 technologies to enable user-friendly decentralized applications. I am a prominent figure in the global tech industry and have advised numerous Web3 projects.

My mission is to harness the power of AI to make blockchain accessible to all.

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As the founder of エーアイ.コム & クリプト.コム, I am passionate about bringing innovation to the Japanese internet by combining cutting-edge AI and blockchain technologies. エーアイ.コム leverages large language models and Web3 technologies to enable user-friendl... Show more

As a Work Systems Designer & Flight Levels Professional®, I have been accompanying companies, business units, and teams through change since the early 2000s. Today, my focus is on building future-proof work systems that serve all involved.

Detecting patterns, combining very different mental models and practices, and the relentless search for better approaches to achieve successful work results together has become my passion.

As a Work Systems Designer & Flight Levels Professional®, I have been accompanying companies, business units, and teams through change since the early 2000s. Today, my focus is on building future-proof work systems that serve all involved. Detecti... Show more

I'm an experienced Data Engineer with a strong background in cloud-based solutions & Databricks Champion. Currently, I'm working as a Data Engineer and Solution architect at Plain Concepts, where I've played a key role in designing and fine-tuning big data + AI solutions across different industries.

Lately, I have been focusing on data governance as I believe it is the new challenge that Data professionals will need to tackle for accurate and reliable solutions.

I'm an experienced Data Engineer with a strong background in cloud-based solutions & Databricks Champion. Currently, I'm working as a Data Engineer and Solution architect at Plain Concepts, where I've played a key role in designing and fine-tuning bi... Show more

Stefano Righi is Senior Vice President and Chief Security Architect at AMI. He has over 40 years of experience in R&D management with a special focus on firmware and software technologies and architectures. His 25+ year tenure at AMI has covered UEFI architecture, Firmware Development Environments, GUI and Pre-Boot solutions, while acting as founder and current leader of security operations at AMI. He also represents AMI on the Board of Directors for the UEFI Forum, which champions firmware innovation through industry collaboration and the advocacy of a standardized interface to simplify and secure platform initialization and firmware bootstrap operations. He also represents AMI on the governing board of CHIPS Alliance, Linux Foundation project developing Caliptra. Mr. Righi holds a degree in electronics engineering from the University of Bologna in Italy.

Stefano Righi is Senior Vice President and Chief Security Architect at AMI. He has over 40 years of experience in R&D management with a special focus on firmware and software technologies and architectures. His 25+ year tenure at AMI has covered UEFI... Show more

I am dedicated to applying technology to solve complex challenges and deliver impactful solutions that drive the progress in geospatial industry.

I am dedicated to applying technology to solve complex challenges and deliver impactful solutions that drive the progress in geospatial industry. Show more

Greg pioneered community-based broadband & smart city planning. He has helped hundreds of communities across the country take ownership of their futures—from Midtown Atlanta's Innovation Zone to Bigfoot's broadband plan for eastern Washington state, from the Atlantic coast, including Chesapeake, Savannah, and Fort Lauderdale, to communities all along the Pacific, including numerous cities in the core of Los Angeles County—specializing in regional public-private partnership. After building all of this network infrastructure, Greg is refocusing on what we can do with it, and he's looking for collaborators. Who's ready to take our communities to the next level in terms of engagement, leadership, and the tech stack?

Greg pioneered community-based broadband & smart city planning. He has helped hundreds of communities across the country take ownership of their futures—from Midtown Atlanta's Innovation Zone to Bigfoot's broadband plan for eastern Washington state, ... Show more

Saisuman Singamsetty is a Data Management Specialist with over a decade of experience driving transformative solutions in AI, IoT security, blockchain, and predictive analytics. Renowned for innovation, Saisuman pioneered Blockchain-enabled Federated Q-Reinforcement Learning for secure IoT data exchange and developed a privacy-preserving federated learning model, significantly advancing the fields of AI and data security.

Saisuman Singamsetty is a Data Management Specialist with over a decade of experience driving transformative solutions in AI, IoT security, blockchain, and predictive analytics. Renowned for innovation, Saisuman pioneered Blockchain-enabled Federated... Show more

IRENE UDEBUANA is a doctor, medical robotics specialist, and social impact leader passionate about empowering the next generation through STEM education.

At the age of 22, while in her final year of medical school at the University of Nigeria, she founded KIDS IN LET, a non-profit organization focused on empowering children - especially girls - living in rural communities/ slums in Nigeria with hands-on Leadership and STEM skills, to combat plastic pollution and climate change in their local communities and the world at large.

Her work has since reached hundreds of children through hands-on STEM workshops and advocacy in various Nigerian communities instilling a culture of environmental consciousness and innovation in them. Irene is committed to building a generation of problem-solvers who see challenges as opportunities to lead.

Irene made history in 2023 as the first Nigerian student interviewed and featured in the British Dental Journal, recognized for her groundbreaking fusion of medicine and robotics. A distinguished graduate of UNN, Dr. Irene earned her Bachelor of Dental Surgery (BDS) degree in 2024, receiving distinctions and was honored as the Best graduating female student.

A proud alumni of Federal Government College Lagos (FGCL), she has served in various leadership roles including being the President of the Impactfield Leadership Institute Alumni Center and as the Vice President of Let’s Speak Africa (Enugu Chapter), using both platforms to advocate for youth empowerment, gender equality, and inclusive leadership.

Today, Dr. Irene speaks on stages across Africa about the importance of early STEM education, environmental sustainability, and the critical role of females in tech and innovation.

Her mission is clear: to help more African children realize that their ideas matter—and that innovation starts with belief.

IRENE UDEBUANA is a doctor, medical robotics specialist, and social impact leader passionate about empowering the next generation through STEM education. At the age of 22, while in her final year of medical school at the University of Nigeria, ... Show more

Colleen is an Associate Vice President and Michael Baker’s Greater DC / Maryland Planning Practice Lead, with 25 years of experience in transportation and environmental planning and policy. She leads a team of professionals dedicated to accelerating the electrification of the transportation sector through the development of plans, programs, and policies for state and local governments.

Colleen returned to Michael Baker in February 2021 following her employment as the Assistant Director of the Maryland Department of Transportation’s (MDOT) Office of Planning and Capital Programming (OPCP). During her tenure at MDOT, Colleen oversaw long-range environmental planning and the planning and deployment of innovative transportation technologies including zero emission vehicles (ZEV) and connected and automated vehicles (CAV). She managed MDOT’s air quality and climate change mitigation programs and participated in national discussions related to the electrification of the transportation sector, sharing her expertise with the White House, the National Governor’s Association (NGA), the Transportation Research Board (TRB), and the American Association of State and Highway Transportation Officials (AASHTO).

Colleen is a member of the TRB Standing Committee on Alternative Fuels and Technologies (AMS40). She is the former Chair of the AASHTO Air Quality Climate Change and Energy subcommittee of the Committee on Environment and Sustainability.

Colleen is an Associate Vice President and Michael Baker’s Greater DC / Maryland Planning Practice Lead, with 25 years of experience in transportation and environmental planning and policy. She leads a team of professionals dedicated to accelerating ... Show more

I am a versatile professional with a background in petroleum engineering and over a decade of experience in the technology industry. Currently working as a Quality Assurance Engineer at Viamo, a social enterprise.

In my position at Viamo, I work with and oversee the quality assurance process and collaborate with cross-functional teams to establish testing strategies and provide valuable feedback.

I write code in PHP/JS as a hobby.

I am a versatile professional with a background in petroleum engineering and over a decade of experience in the technology industry. Currently working as a Quality Assurance Engineer at Viamo, a social enterprise. In my position at Viamo, I work w... Show more

Oli is a Director of Developer Relations & Operations with years of experience creating strong developer communities and empowering developers to build amazing things. Oli believes that community is the lifeblood of OSS-driven and SaaS businesses, and she is always looking for ways to improve the developer experience.
Even outside work, Oli's interests are to create more equitable and inclusive communities, so she studies sustainable urbanism and explores how technology could help shape better neighborhoods.

Oli is a Director of Developer Relations & Operations with years of experience creating strong developer communities and empowering developers to build amazing things. Oli believes that community is the lifeblood of OSS-driven and SaaS businesses, an... Show more

Awoke Dagnew is a dedicated and collaborative project management professional with over 13 years of experience in the non-profit sector. He has strong expertise and skills in project design and execution, having successfully managed a diverse range of development and humanitarian projects. Awoke's expertise spans program management, monitoring, and evaluation, particularly in areas such as water, sanitation, and hygiene (WASH), women’s empowerment, digital rights, and social inclusion. His experience includes strategy development, project design and execution, program logistics administration, and engaging in policy dialogues. Currently, he is working with HOPE International Development Agency in the capacity of Strategy and Programs Manager and actively volunteering with TOGETHER, a civil society working towards narrowing down the digital divide for persons with disabilities.

Awoke holds a Master’s degree in Political Science and Social Work, and a Bachelor’s degree in Sociology. He is an alumnus of the Young African Leaders Initiative (YALI) Regional Leadership Center and the DATA4CHANGE Data Storytelling and Design Sprint. Recognized for his leadership and impact, Awoke was awarded the African Youth SDGs Achievers Award in 2022, under the category of Leader of Equality. His professional interests include policy dialogue, digital inclusion, environmental sustainability, women’s empowerment, and WASH issues.

Awoke Dagnew is a dedicated and collaborative project management professional with over 13 years of experience in the non-profit sector. He has strong expertise and skills in project design and execution, having successfully managed a diverse range o... Show more

Bruno Miranda (aka Spicy Bruno)

Founder of ChiliBangs | Creator of NFO (Non-Fungible Organization) | Founder of Web3 Women’s Summit

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Bio Updated (2025)

Bruno Miranda, also known as Spicy Bruno, is the founder of ChiliBangs, the largest Web3 community in Portugal and one of the most influential brands bridging Web3, culture, and innovation across Europe.
With a bold vision to democratize Web3 access, Bruno created Web3 Wednesday Lisbon, a weekly gathering connecting builders, visionaries, artists, degens, and institutions to purposefully explore blockchain and community opportunities.

He is the creator of the NFO (Non-Fungible Organization) concept — a revolutionary framework designed to merge the cooperative spirit with Web3 technology, building long-term sustainable ecosystems globally.
Currently, Bruno is rolling out NFO and the Web3 Forest School concepts across Europe, working closely with governments, universities, and local communities.

In 2024–2025, Bruno has expanded his work to East European countries (Romania, Poland, Estonia, Hungary, Serbia, Czech Republic) and is building a new international ambassador program to spread Web3 adoption across more than 20 cities.

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Ambassadorships (Active)
• Card3 (Card 3) — Ambassador
• Lumia.org — Ambassador
• Dagama — Ambassador
• Gaimin — Ambassador and Community Manager
• NBX (Next Block Expo) — Official Ambassador
• Vera3 — Ambassador

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Past Partnerships & Collaborations
• Algorand Portugal — Past Partner
• Sui Portugal — Past Partner

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Founder Roles
• ChiliBangs — Founder and Chief Visionary Officer (CVO)
• Web3 Wednesday Lisbon — Founder and CEO
• Web3 Women’s Summit — Founder and CVO

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Speaking Engagements

Confirmed 2025
• BananaConf (Talin) (Confirmed Speaker)
• ETH Lisbon (Side Event Organizer - Web3 Wednesday x ChiliBangs)
• NFC Summit 2025 (Speaker, Partner, Ambassador, Community & Media Partner)
• Potentially ICC Cannes 2025 (Pending Confirmation)
• ETH Budapest (Confirmed Collaboration and Invitation)
• ETH Cluj (Confirmed Invitation)

Past Conferences (2022-2024)
• NBX Berlin 2022 | Warsaw 2023 | Warsaw 2024 | 2025
• NFT NYC 2023
• Zebu London 2024
• WOW Summit 2022
• NFC Summit 2022 | 2023 | 2024 | 2025
• NapulETH 2024 | 2025
• ETH Bucharest 2024 | 2025
• AI Crypto Conference Lisbon 2024
• Blockchance Hamburg 2023
• Participant at NFT Paris 2024 (Bridging and Networking)

Institutional Appearances
• ICI Private Summit — Parliament of Romania (AI and Blockchain Summit)
• Speaker at ETH Bucharest (Attended by Victor Ponta, former Prime Minister)
• Meetings with Portuguese Parliament members (from left, right, and liberal parties) during university blockchain events.
• Partnership development at Nova University (Lisbon) with ChiliBangs and Cova10 brands.

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Special Projects and Programs
• NFO (Non-Fungible Organization) — Creator and Global Expansion Leader
• Web3 Forest School — Integrating Web3 into alternative education across Europe
• Building Blockchain Bridges — Connecting Poland, Romania, Estonia, Hungary, Serbia, Czech Republic through Web3 communities.

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Areas of Expertise
• Community Building & Strategy
• NFT Utilities & Community Activation
• Blockchain Ecosystem Development
• Strategic Advisory for Web3 Projects
• Government & Institutional Blockchain Integration
• Social Impact Programs (Education, Sustainability)
• Public Speaking & Workshops

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Roadmap (2025–2035)
• Expand NFO hubs in more than 20 cities with ambassadors.
• Launch new ChiliBangs Brain Network and Web3 Wednesdays in key cities.
• Create curated exhibitions to present real Web3 innovation to governments and institutions.
• Focus blockchain partnerships on Solana, Apechain, Ordinals, Avalanche, and Polkadot ecosystems.
• Develop large-scale ambassador programs, workshops, and hackathons.
• Establish partnerships with major blockchains and expand influence across Europe.

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Online Presence
• Instagram: @bruno_spicy
• X (Twitter): @brunospicy
• ChiliBangs Instagram: @chilibangs
• Website: chilibangs.org (New upgrade coming soon)

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Sessions

How NFTs Have the Power to Create Impactful Communities

Explore how NFT technology can lead to strong, trusted communities built on shared values and impact.

Brands That Change Lives

How powerful brands like Apple, Tesla, Amazon, Netflix, and Google have reshaped human behavior and inspired innovation — and how Web3 brands can follow the same path.

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Short Professional Summary (for Sessionize or Conferences)

Bruno Miranda (aka Spicy Bruno) is a pioneering Web3 community builder, founder of ChiliBangs, and creator of the NFO (Non-Fungible Organization) concept. Recognized as one of the Top 10 Web3 figures in Europe, he leads transformative blockchain programs across Portugal and Eastern Europe, working closely with governments, universities, and private sector leaders. Bruno is the founder of the Web3 Women’s Summit and a multi-time speaker at ETH Conferences, NFC Summit, NBX, NFT NYC, and Zebu London.

Bruno Miranda (aka Spicy Bruno) Founder of ChiliBangs | Creator of NFO (Non-Fungible Organization) | Founder of Web3 Women’s Summit ⸻ Bio Updated (2025) Bruno Miranda, also known as Spicy Bruno, is the founder of ChiliBangs, the largest W... Show more

Vishal Shah is a seasoned Data Analyst with over three years of experience in harnessing machine learning, data modeling, and big data technologies to drive transformative insights across diverse sectors. Currently, he serves as a Business Data Analyst at the Virginia Department of Wildlife Resources, where he designs predictive models and scalable data pipelines to enhance wildlife management and public safety. A Master’s graduate in Computer Science from New York University, Vishal has led innovative projects—from real-time stock market analytics to AI-driven public safety systems—demonstrating a unique ability to bridge advanced AI methodologies with practical, high-impact applications.

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Bruno é químico de formação, com mestrado em modelagem matemática de processos químicos, e especializações em business analytics, metodologias ágeis e gestão de operacões. Neste ano completa 18 anos de grupo Votorantim, todos dedicados ao negócio alumínio, na CBA - Companhia, tendo ocupado posições sênior, gerência e especialista de processos. Em carreira paralela, atuou por 5 anos como professor universitário em cursos de Química, Engenharia Química e Tecnologia de Processos Químicos. Atualmente atua como consultor corporativo de inovação e digital, liderando o portfolio de inovação da companhia, explorações, inovação aberta, ecossistemas e parcerias. Bruno possui certificações Kanban, Scrum Master, SAFe Agilist e Lean Six Sigma Black Belt, acumulando mais de 300 projetos na carreira e mais de 15 premiações de nível nacional / internacional. Temas de Interesse: IA's generativas, Simuladores de Processo, Machine Learning, Ágil Escalado, Design Thinking, Lean Portfolio Management, Kanban e Gestão Híbrida de Projetos. Possui três reconhecimentos recentes nos Agile Trends de 2023 e 2024.

Bruno é químico de formação, com mestrado em modelagem matemática de processos químicos, e especializações em business analytics, metodologias ágeis e gestão de operacões. Neste ano completa 18 anos de grupo Votorantim, todos dedicados ao negócio alu... Show more

15+ years of experience in Software Development. For the past 7+ years working in Arcadis with a focus on Digital transformation using Low code AI, Automation and Apps. More details at https://shahansha.com

15+ years of experience in Software Development. For the past 7+ years working in Arcadis with a focus on Digital transformation using Low code AI, Automation and Apps. More details at https://shahansha.com Show more

Digital strategist, product designer, startup enthusiast, community initiator, technology observer.

Digital strategist, product designer, startup enthusiast, community initiator, technology observer. Show more

With a career spanning over two decades, I am deeply passionate about the intersection of digital technology, architecture, and sustainability. As the CTO of a leading digital transformation consultancy, I've had the privilege of leading teams to deliver innovative services and solutions across a wide spectrum of industries.

With a career spanning over two decades, I am deeply passionate about the intersection of digital technology, architecture, and sustainability. As the CTO of a leading digital transformation consultancy, I've had the privilege of leading teams to del... Show more

Empowering people and organizations to be successful in a sustainable digital age - that‘s Alex's passion. He loves innovation and encourages business decision maker to leverage the potential of digitalization, data and cloud computing to thrive sustainable businesses.

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An Engineer who fell into the world of conservation. Busy developing tools and projects to support conservation, environmental and humanitarian crises. PhD in high performance reconfigurable computing platforms.

An Engineer who fell into the world of conservation. Busy developing tools and projects to support conservation, environmental and humanitarian crises. PhD in high performance reconfigurable computing platforms. Show more

William is co-founder at Spatial Pixel and researches spatial artificial intelligence at Columbia University, the application of generative artificial intelligence to all aspects of spatial reasoning for designers and environments. Originally trained as an architect, he has held roles in technology companies as director of AI, head of product, interaction designer, and software engineer, and as a professor at Yale and NYIT.

William is co-founder at Spatial Pixel and researches spatial artificial intelligence at Columbia University, the application of generative artificial intelligence to all aspects of spatial reasoning for designers and environments. Originally trained... Show more