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

Depuis 2009, nous sommes au cœur des transformations numériques en Afrique. Gouvernance de l’Internet, droits numériques, régulation, intelligence artificielle, 5G ou encore blockchain : nous analysons, anticipons et contribuons à façonner un écosystème numérique plus juste et inclusif.

Aux côtés de partenaires comme l’Organisation internationale de la Francophonie (OIF) et d’autres institutions internationales, nous agissons concrètement pour renforcer les capacités des jeunes et accompagner les talents vers les métiers du numérique.

Notre conviction est simple : le numérique doit être un levier d’opportunités pour tous. C’est pourquoi nous œuvrons pour une éducation inclusive, le développement des compétences et une meilleure intégration des technologies dans l’apprentissage, en particulier pour les personnes en situation de handicap.

Nous portons enfin une vision ambitieuse : celle d’une Afrique connectée, innovante et durable, où villes et territoires intelligents deviennent des moteurs de développement, intégrant des solutions responsables pour l’environnement et la gestion des déchets.

Depuis 2009, nous sommes au cœur des transformations numériques en Afrique. Gouvernance de l’Internet, droits numériques, régulation, intelligence artificielle, 5G ou encore blockchain : nous analysons, anticipons et contribuons à façonner un écosyst... Show more

Ich bin Principal Consultant bei der esentri AG aus Ettlingen. Seit 2003 bin ich passionierter Java-Entwickler und dort auch in sämtlichen Backend- und Middleware-Systemen unterwegs. Meine beruflichen Lieblingsspielplätze sind Apache Kafka, Hazelcast sowie Spring-Boot-Applikationen. Und wenn dann mal noch etwas freie Zeit übrig bleibt, ist das Raspberry-PI-Umfeld eine nette Abwechslung für mich.

Ich bin Principal Consultant bei der esentri AG aus Ettlingen. Seit 2003 bin ich passionierter Java-Entwickler und dort auch in sämtlichen Backend- und Middleware-Systemen unterwegs. Meine beruflichen Lieblingsspielplätze sind Apache Kafka, Hazelcast... 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

Olanrewaju Gboyega is a 4th-year undergraduate student of Applied Geophysics at the Federal University of Technology, Akure (FUTA). He serves as President of the SEG FUTA Student Chapter and is a student member of SEG, AAPG, and NAPE. His research and academic interests focus on geophysical applications for sustainable energy, particularly carbon capture and storage (CCS) in Nigeria’s petroleum basins. He has organized student–industry engagement programs and participated in technical workshops and conferences. His current research uses seismic and well-log data to evaluate the suitability of depleted reservoirs and deep saline aquifers in the onshore Niger Delta for long-term CO₂ storage. He values opportunities to learn and collaborate, and aims to contribute meaningfully to Nigeria’s energy transition.

Olanrewaju Gboyega is a 4th-year undergraduate student of Applied Geophysics at the Federal University of Technology, Akure (FUTA). He serves as President of the SEG FUTA Student Chapter and is a student member of SEG, AAPG, and NAPE. His research an... Show more

Dr. Penjani Hopkins Nyimbili is a geomatics engineering academic, researcher, licensed drone pilot and innovation leader at the University of Zambia, where he serves as Assistant Dean (Research). He is the Deputy Centre Leader of the National Centre for Uncrewed Aircraft Systems (NACUAS), contributing to national capacity building, supporting citywide citizen drone mapping initiatives and regulatory innovation through multi-sector collaboration.
His work is pioneering the integration of drone systems, Earth observation, and open data ecosystems to support climate resilience, planning and sustainable development.
He is also Assistant Coordinator of the Flatpack-UNZA Energy Modelling Research Hub (FUEM-RH), an interdisciplinary initiative promoting open-source energy systems modelling, waste-to-energy research, circular economy solutions, and sustainable technology design, supporting both academic training and applied, policy-oriented studies and spatial modelling approaches. As Co-Founder and Faculty Head of TerraNova Lab, he leads a collaborative living lab enabling students, communities, government, and industry to co-create geospatial solutions addressing sustainability and development challenges.
Dr. Penjani Hopkins Nyimbili holds BEng, MSc and PhD degrees in Geomatics Engineering, Postgraduate International Diploma in Project Management (IDPM) and Data Science as well as several other trainings and certifications.

Dr. Penjani Hopkins Nyimbili is a geomatics engineering academic, researcher, licensed drone pilot and innovation leader at the University of Zambia, where he serves as Assistant Dean (Research). He is the Deputy Centre Leader of the National Centre ... Show more

Mark Thompson is a hands-on software engineer and Technical Director with over twenty years’ experience building secure, large-scale systems across defence, finance, industrial IoT, and clean energy.

Throughout his career, he has maintained a strong interest in cryptography and secure communications, with a practical focus on how encryption is used in real-world systems.

At QGEMS Energy, Mark helps shape the technical direction of the platform, working closely with engineering teams on quantum-proof encryption, AI-driven forecasting, and distributed energy optimisation. His work is focused on building secure, cloud-native energy systems that support sustainability and meaningful carbon reduction, ensuring that sensitive energy and infrastructure data remains trustworthy and protected as platforms scale.

Mark is a keen believer in technology being used for good and is a strong advocate for developer collaboration and knowledge sharing. He has supported charities by bringing IT expertise to organisations such as The Calvert Trust, and is currently a Trustee within the Scout Association, helping to ensure technology is used responsibly, securely, and for positive social impact.

Mark Thompson is a hands-on software engineer and Technical Director with over twenty years’ experience building secure, large-scale systems across defence, finance, industrial IoT, and clean energy. Throughout his career, he has maintained a str... Show more

Dr. Angela Okune is a researcher and ecosystem builder working at the intersection of environmental data, open science, and equitable knowledge governance. She serves as Head of Strategy for the Climate Sensitive Infectious Disease Network (CSIDNet), a global, member-led network advancing climate and health data collaboration. Her work focuses on trust, stewardship, and the institutional conditions required for durable and just data infrastructures, particularly in African contexts.

Dr. Angela Okune is a researcher and ecosystem builder working at the intersection of environmental data, open science, and equitable knowledge governance. She serves as Head of Strategy for the Climate Sensitive Infectious Disease Network (CSIDNet),... Show more

Viktor is a senior designer at Ørsted, the world's largest offshore wind developer company. He combines design thinking and gamification with a hint of rebellion against the corporate mundane to create a potent cocktail of engaged learning, motivated behavior shifts and shared laughter.

Viktor is a senior designer at Ørsted, the world's largest offshore wind developer company. He combines design thinking and gamification with a hint of rebellion against the corporate mundane to create a potent cocktail of engaged learning, motivated... Show more

Prathmesh is a Computer Science engineering student and the Founder of the Blackbox AI Mavericks Club, where he mentors a community of 30+ students in building autonomous systems. A winner of the CDAC National Quantum Brain-a-thon, Prathmesh specializes in Agentic AI architectures and Cloud-Native sustainability. He is currently building "GreenScale," an open-source initiative to optimize energy consumption for AI workloads on Kubernetes.

Prathmesh is a Computer Science engineering student and the Founder of the Blackbox AI Mavericks Club, where he mentors a community of 30+ students in building autonomous systems. A winner of the CDAC National Quantum Brain-a-thon, Prathmesh speciali... Show more

Stavljen na listu “Top 100 innovators from Central and Eastern Europe” od strane Googla. Osnivač startupa za krizne situacije i pametne gradove - MeshPoint.One, entuzijast i evangelist slobodnog i otvorenog softvera, osnivač #labOS hackerspacea, preko 15 godina iskustva u izgradnji bežičnih mesh mreža, preko 9 godina inženjerskog iskustva u izgradnji telekomunikacijske infrastrukture, te radu na svim tipovima mrežne opreme, položen CCNA certifikat, pokrenuo Linux distribuciju Fusion Linux, 6 godine iskusta kao arhitekt za ugradbene Linux sustave, stručnjak za OpenWrt ugradbeni operativni sustav, pokreno projekt Otvorena mreža, pomagao izbjeglicama i humanitarnim organizacijama tijekom Sirijske izbjegličke krize tijekom 2015 i 2016 pružanjem intenet veze u najtežim uvjetima na terenu, kao rezultat djelovanja, osmislio MeshPoint.One te je u Londonu na konferenciji The Europas od UNICEF-a dobio nagradu za najbolju humanitarnu inovaciju.

Stavljen na listu “Top 100 innovators from Central and Eastern Europe” od strane Googla. Osnivač startupa za krizne situacije i pametne gradove - MeshPoint.One, entuzijast i evangelist slobodnog i otvorenog softvera, osnivač #labOS hackerspacea, prek... Show more

seit 2021 Coach und systemischer Berater für Organisationsentwicklung, Führung und Vertrieb
2011 - 2020 ETABO Energietechnik und Anlagenservice GmbH, Geschäftsführer
2005 - 2011 SPX Vice president global service
1998 - 2005 ABB / ALSTOM Verschiedene Geschäftsführungstätigkeiten
1988 - 1997 NOELL GmbH Verschiedene Positionen

seit 2021 Coach und systemischer Berater für Organisationsentwicklung, Führung und Vertrieb 2011 - 2020 ETABO Energietechnik und Anlagenservice GmbH, Geschäftsführer 2005 - 2011 SPX Vice president global service 1998 - 2005 ABB / ALSTOM Verschie... Show more

Aradhana is an Associate at RMI's Carbon-Free transportation team where she supports data-driven decision-making for electrifying municipal and transit fleets, charging infrastructure deployment strategies, rate design to reduce EV charging costs, and e-mobility policy development. With a background in quantitative analysis and research in environmental engineering, including climate change mitigation and life cycle assessment, she specializes in techno-economic analysis and stakeholder engagement techniques to find solutions to pressing vehicle electrification problems. Aradhana has also previously studied the energy use and emissions of autonomous delivery vehicles at Carnegie Mellon University, and assessed energy storage solutions and microgrids with the India Energy Storage Alliance.

Aradhana is an Associate at RMI's Carbon-Free transportation team where she supports data-driven decision-making for electrifying municipal and transit fleets, charging infrastructure deployment strategies, rate design to reduce EV charging costs, an... Show more

Currently associated World Food Forum Chapter Leadership Representative ACUNS Cartography Cryptography Program Futurize Founder Academy returned from Dakar Senegal European Union Landscape Resilience Program Fellowship Africa Rice 2025. Kaizer* Karmah**

Currently associated World Food Forum Chapter Leadership Representative ACUNS Cartography Cryptography Program Futurize Founder Academy returned from Dakar Senegal European Union Landscape Resilience Program Fellowship Africa Rice 2025. Kaizer* Karma... Show more

Ingénieure en environnement et coach systémique, Ella Thésée explore les synergies entre agilité, écologie humaine et dynamiques relationnelles. Fondatrice de Synergies Singulières, elle accompagne les équipes et dirigeants en période de transition ou de crise pour restaurer la vitalité collective, renforcer la coopération et transformer les modèles culturels.

Animée par une créativité intuitive et une écoute profonde, elle invite les collectifs à dépasser les schémas mécanistes pour renouer avec le vivant et révéler les singularités comme moteurs d’innovation. Intense, curieuse et engagée, elle explore le sens, l’impact et la qualité du lien pour guider les équipes vers des pratiques plus conscientes et plus vivantes.

Ingénieure en environnement et coach systémique, Ella Thésée explore les synergies entre agilité, écologie humaine et dynamiques relationnelles. Fondatrice de Synergies Singulières, elle accompagne les équipes et dirigeants en période de transition o... Show more

Robert has over 25 years experience of building Internet based solutions, including working as an architect at Microsoft, helping the first customers adopt Azure in the early days of cloud computing.
As the Marketing Manager & Head of Cyber security at Active Solution he is responsible for the overall marketing strategy for the company. He is also responsible for driving the continuous work around cyber security and secure development. In customer projects he focuses on architecture for scalable cloud solutions, often involving cutting edge AI.

As a public speaker and a Microsoft Regional Director he does regular appearances at conferences like Developer Summit, Techorama and Oredev - speaking about AI, security, cloud computing and architecture - among other things.

Robert is also a hobby musician, whenever he finds the time he can be found noodling with old analog synthesizers and drum machines.

Robert has over 25 years experience of building Internet based solutions, including working as an architect at Microsoft, helping the first customers adopt Azure in the early days of cloud computing. As the Marketing Manager & Head of Cyber securit... Show more

I am a seasoned cybersecurity professional with over 11 Yrs of experience, specializing in areas such as PCI DSS compliance, red teaming, and threat modeling. My contributions have been recognized across various domains, including co-authoring industry-standard guidance documents, presenting at international conferences like the Pacific Hackers Annual Summit, and mentoring the next generation of cybersecurity experts through platforms like EC-Council CodeRed. With a proven track record of innovative problem-solving and leadership in safeguarding critical infrastructure, I aim to further advance cybersecurity practices that protect global business ecosystems.

I am a seasoned cybersecurity professional with over 11 Yrs of experience, specializing in areas such as PCI DSS compliance, red teaming, and threat modeling. My contributions have been recognized across various domains, including co-authoring indust... Show more

Technology leader with hands-on expertise in architecting scalable solutions using the Elastic Stack. Passionate about real-time search, observability, and empowering teams to unlock insights from data. Regularly mentors, writes, and speaks to help others get the most out of Elastic.

Technology leader with hands-on expertise in architecting scalable solutions using the Elastic Stack. Passionate about real-time search, observability, and empowering teams to unlock insights from data. Regularly mentors, writes, and speaks to help o... Show more

Akekelwa Chitonka is a dedicated mental health advocate, social entrepreneur, and youth-focused program leader from Zambia with over ten years of experience in child protection, psychosocial support, and community-led health initiatives. She is the Founder and Team Lead of RefuCare Zambia, a youth-driven nonprofit that integrates mental health awareness, suicide prevention, and climate resilience support for adolescents, refugees, and marginalized communities.

Akekelwa has professionally served as a Child Protection Programs Manager with Lifeline/Childline Zambia, where she trained over 200 organizations in safeguarding and led nationwide child protection initiatives under SIDA-CSO funded projects. Her previous roles include Strategic Information Assistant with USAID SAFE, where she strengthened HIV data systems across health facilities, and Sexual and Reproductive Health Coordinator with REPSSI, advancing adolescent health rights and advocacy in Eastern Province.

A certified paraprofessional counselor and Project DPro practitioner, Akekelwa combines frontline experience with strategic program design, digital inclusion, and ethical advocacy. Her current work focuses on leveraging low-tech digital platforms—such as WhatsApp-based counseling and USSD mental health hubs—to provide accessible, culturally sensitive support to young people in informal settlements and displacement contexts.

Committed to intersectional and rights-based approaches, Akekelwa continues to champion digital care equity, youth mental health in climate crises, and community-driven innovation across Zambia and beyond.

Akekelwa Chitonka is a dedicated mental health advocate, social entrepreneur, and youth-focused program leader from Zambia with over ten years of experience in child protection, psychosocial support, and community-led health initiatives. She is the F... Show more

Mr. Kallmyer joined Arcadis in 2018 as a Project Engineer with a focus on water distribution and wastewater collection systems. Project experience includes design and project management of lift station, gravity, and pressure pipeline design and rehabilitation. He has a strong background in open cut and trenchless design, condition assessment, and subsurface rehabilitation work, with multiple projects involving horizontal directional drilling (HDD), micro-tunneling, and Cure in Place Pipe (CIPP). Experience also includes leading water system modeling teams for both new and existing systems in support of I&I reduction and CIP programs. Mr. Kallmyer also has 8 plus years’ experience as a Project Manager as part of his 10 years’ service in the Air Force, as a Mission Manager and Intelligence Analyst.

Mr. Kallmyer joined Arcadis in 2018 as a Project Engineer with a focus on water distribution and wastewater collection systems. Project experience includes design and project management of lift station, gravity, and pressure pipeline design and rehab... Show more

🚀 Hey there! I'm rocking the tech world as a Solutions Engineer at GitHub, right in the heart of Zurich, Switzerland. My passion? Diving deep into the coolest Emerging Technologies, Cloud innovations, and the ever-evolving realm of DevSecOps. 🌐💻

🌟 Got a minute? Check out my thoughts and adventures in tech on my blog: https://medium.com/@tajinder.singh1985. I love exploring and writing about cutting-edge topics whenever inspiration strikes!

🌱 Big news! I've recently launched the Sustainable DevOps Organization SustainableDevOps.org. It's a non-profit initiative dedicated to shrinking the tech world's carbon footprint and steering DevOps towards a more eco-friendly future. Let's make tech greener together! 🌍💚

🚀 Hey there! I'm rocking the tech world as a Solutions Engineer at GitHub, right in the heart of Zurich, Switzerland. My passion? Diving deep into the coolest Emerging Technologies, Cloud innovations, and the ever-evolving realm of DevSecOps. 🌐💻 ... Show more

Consultante certifiée en économie circulaire et formée par ADEME pour les diagnostic éco-conception

Consultante certifiée en économie circulaire et formée par ADEME pour les diagnostic éco-conception Show more

With experience in UK and Australia, Paul has a proven track record of growing and leading high performing and profitable Microsoft businesses and operating as a CTO. Backed by a strong delivery history, Paul enables clients to reap maximum benefit from innovative yet pragmatic solutions across the breadth of the Microsoft platform (Azure, Dynamics 365, Microsoft 365 and Power Platform).

Paul is a champion of using technology for good and driving positive change in our communities and the environment.

With experience in UK and Australia, Paul has a proven track record of growing and leading high performing and profitable Microsoft businesses and operating as a CTO. Backed by a strong delivery history, Paul enables clients to reap maximum benefit f... Show more

Former Owner of The SARK Tech.
Professional Programmer.
Researcher. Author. Cricketer. Traveller.

Former Owner of The SARK Tech. Professional Programmer. Researcher. Author. Cricketer. Traveller. Show more

Tech Policy & Sustainability Advocate, Cybersecurity Engineer, and Founder of TECH.PATHS — an initiative empowering African youth by connecting emerging technologies with real-world challenges. Often referred to as the “Tech Diplomat,” Danfold bridges innovation and impact, using technology as a tool for community transformation, digital sovereignty, and ethical growth. His work spans AI, Web3, IoT, and climate tech, always anchored in local realities and guided by the UN Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs). Whether speaking on digital colonization, sustainable innovation, or youth-led tech futures, Danfold brings a bold African voice to global conversations, tech forums, and policy panels across Kenya and beyond, driven by a mission to ensure Africa is not just part of the digital future, but helps define it.

Tech Policy & Sustainability Advocate, Cybersecurity Engineer, and Founder of TECH.PATHS — an initiative empowering African youth by connecting emerging technologies with real-world challenges. Often referred to as the “Tech Diplomat,” Danfold bridge... Show more

Bindushree is a Computer Science and Engineering student with a strong interest in Artificial Intelligence, data systems, and their applications in solving real-world problems. She actively engages in academic, technical, and community initiatives, with a focus on ethical and inclusive use of technology.
With an aspiration to serve as a future IAS officer, her perspective bridges technology and governance—emphasizing how digital systems, data-driven decision-making, and AI can enhance public service delivery and societal well-being. She believes that technology should be accessible, responsible, and aligned with human values.
Through community events and knowledge-sharing sessions, she aims to simplify complex concepts and encourage thoughtful discussions on the role of emerging technologies in shaping the future.

Bindushree is a Computer Science and Engineering student with a strong interest in Artificial Intelligence, data systems, and their applications in solving real-world problems. She actively engages in academic, technical, and community initiatives, w... Show more

Shelly Hattan brings over 30 years of experience in the water industry, including 18.5 years with the Tarrant Regional Water District. She holds both a BS and MS from the University of Texas at Arlington, is a licensed Professional Engineer, and a Certified Construction Manager.

For the past 15 years, Shelly has been a key leader on the Integrated Pipeline Project (IPL), overseeing the installation of 92 miles of 108- and 84-inch pipeline, over 100 tunnels, as well as the completion of 150 MGD, 210 MGD and 277 MGD pump stations. She is currently completing Phase 3 of the IPL and initiating Phases 4 and 5, a combined effort projected to span the next 11 years.

Shelly is an active member of the American Water Works Association (AWWA), the American Society of Civil Engineers (ASCE), and the Hydraulic Institute (HI), contributing her expertise through multiple committee roles.

Shelly Hattan brings over 30 years of experience in the water industry, including 18.5 years with the Tarrant Regional Water District. She holds both a BS and MS from the University of Texas at Arlington, is a licensed Professional Engineer, and a Ce... Show more

Wouter Visscher is a seasoned technology innovator specializing in cloud native, data intensive geospatial solutions. With deep expertise in OGC standards, including OGC APIs and GeoPackage, builds robust national spatial data platforms that seamlessly integrate open formats, deliver new insights, and scale to a national level.

Wouter Visscher is a seasoned technology innovator specializing in cloud native, data intensive geospatial solutions. With deep expertise in OGC standards, including OGC APIs and GeoPackage, builds robust national spatial data platforms that seamless... Show more

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