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This is Muhammad Shahbaz, a Senior Solution Architect and Cybersecurity Advisor with 16 years of experience AI, ML, DL, data science transformation and securing IT infrastructures across enterprises, banks, hospitals, and government sectors in Saudi Arabia. I have contributed to modernizing national datacenters, cloud adoption strategies, and cybersecurity frameworks, playing a key role in digital transformation programs aligned with Saudi Vision 2030. My expertise includes designing and securing high-performance infrastructure platforms, implementing advanced network architectures, and deploying automation solutions to enhance resilience and efficiency in AI-enhanced datacenters. In cybersecurity, I have developed governance frameworks, enforced NCA and ISO-aligned standards, performed assessments, and implemented strong data protection measures. My contributions include authoring multiple AI and cybersecurity publications, conducting threat-hunting campaigns, building attack-and-restore simulations, and delivering AI-driven Google projects, including deployments with the Google team in London. These efforts strengthened defenses for national projects including Tawakkalna, SDAIA DEEM Cloud, NCA, the National Data Platform, and the National Data Bank, advancing Saudi Arabia’s vision 2030 digital ecosystem and cybersecurity posture.

This is Muhammad Shahbaz, a Senior Solution Architect and Cybersecurity Advisor with 16 years of experience AI, ML, DL, data science transformation and securing IT infrastructures across enterprises, banks, hospitals, and government sectors in Saudi ... Show more

Beginning with Rediscovery Centre as an intern on the Circular.ie project, Ash now works as a Community Engagement Officer. One of his main projects is the Rediscovery Centre Dún Laoghaire-Rathdown Hub, where he is exploring ways to bring circular initiatives together in the region, and engaging local communities in reuse, repair and sharing activities.

Passionate about environmental and social justice, Ash comes with a wealth of experience from several industries in Australia, France and Ireland. Ash has recently completed a MSc in Design Thinking in Sustainability, has a BBus in Finance and Economics, and enjoys diving into complex problems and developing solutions that benefit both people and planet.

Beginning with Rediscovery Centre as an intern on the Circular.ie project, Ash now works as a Community Engagement Officer. One of his main projects is the Rediscovery Centre Dún Laoghaire-Rathdown Hub, where he is exploring ways to bring circular in... Show more

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For 20 years Bohdan Dmytryshyn has provided expertise as Solution Architect, Project Manager and Data Analysis consultant in one of the biggest Ukrainian IT outsourcing companies. Altogether, Bohdan has gained 25 years of experience in the universe of data management and software application development (java and open-source stack) and all related fields of software engineering, project management and technology.

For 20 years Bohdan Dmytryshyn has provided expertise as Solution Architect, Project Manager and Data Analysis consultant in one of the biggest Ukrainian IT outsourcing companies. Altogether, Bohdan has gained 25 years of experience in the universe o... Show more

Quiana Berry is an international speaker, AI ethics advocate, and community builder with a background in anthropology and technology. With years of experience driving innovation in product development at Red Hat/IBM, she has worked across open-source communities, large enterprises, and tech ecosystems to ensure that agility leads to responsible and inclusive innovation.

Passionate about the intersection of AI, ethics, and diversity, Quiana has spoken at major conferences worldwide, including Open Source Summit and Linux Foundation events, sharing insights on ethical AI, inclusive Agile practices, and career growth in tech. She specializes in helping organizations navigate the challenges of Agile adoption, ensuring that Agile isn’t just about speed, but also sustainability, accessibility, and equity in tech.

Through her work, Quiana empowers organizations to break barriers, integrate ethical development, and embrace agility as a tool for driving innovation and inclusion.

Quiana Berry is an international speaker, AI ethics advocate, and community builder with a background in anthropology and technology. With years of experience driving innovation in product development at Red Hat/IBM, she has worked across open-source... Show more

Frank is always on the move and he brings that same drive to the teams he works with. His passion lies in technology, and he stays closely engaged with the latest developments in Azure and .NET. But he also understands that technology alone isn’t enough. His strong aversion to inefficiency has made him a firm advocate for DevOps.

Over the past few years, Frank has been actively implementing DevOps practices at Luminis, helping teams embed these principles into their daily work.

His ambition goes beyond just writing code. As an architect, he focuses on helping clients improve efficiency through cloud-native solutions, always aiming for sustainable, long-term impact.

But having a good idea isn’t enough—you need to be able to share it. That’s why Frank enjoys speaking about his field, whether through blog posts or conference talks, actively contributing to the wider tech community.

Frank is always on the move and he brings that same drive to the teams he works with. His passion lies in technology, and he stays closely engaged with the latest developments in Azure and .NET. But he also understands that technology alone isn’t eno... Show more

Vishal Gupta is an AI Engineer working on Generative AI applications and developer productivity tools. He collaborates with experienced engineering teams to build real-world AI solutions and is actively exploring how tools like GitHub Copilot can be extended into intelligent, context-aware assistants for enterprise workflows.

Vishal Gupta is an AI Engineer working on Generative AI applications and developer productivity tools. He collaborates with experienced engineering teams to build real-world AI solutions and is actively exploring how tools like GitHub Copilot can be ... Show more

Naga Venkateswar Palaparthy is a seasoned technology executive and software architect with over 20 years of experience in designing and delivering large-scale, high-performance enterprise systems across various domains, including climate analytics, financial services, insurance, healthcare, social media, banking, and e-commerce. He currently serves as Director of Software Engineering at Moody’s, where he leads the end-to-end engineering lifecycle for mission-critical Climate Analytics platforms, driving innovation, scalability, reliability, and cost optimization.
Throughout his career, Venkat has held senior leadership and principal engineering roles at Moody’s, Risk Management Solutions (RMS), Cognizant, and Microsoft-affiliated projects. He has consistently demonstrated excellence in enterprise architecture, distributed systems, cloud-native solutions, and AI-driven modernization initiatives. His technical expertise spans Java, .NET, AWS, distributed systems, automation, and the integration of AI agents, chatbots, and developer productivity tools into complex enterprise workflows.
Venkat is recognized for building and mentoring high-performing engineering teams, leading agile delivery at scale, and collaborating cross-functionally with product, security, and executive leadership. His work has resulted in significant AWS cost reductions, multiple quality recognitions, and the successful modernization of legacy systems into resilient, future-ready platforms. He holds a Master’s degree in Hydrology Science and a Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science from Andhra University, India

Naga Venkateswar Palaparthy is a seasoned technology executive and software architect with over 20 years of experience in designing and delivering large-scale, high-performance enterprise systems across various domains, including climate analytics, f... Show more

Sainan Zhang is a Programme Specialist on Megatrends in the Programme Division at UNFPA Headquarters. Her work focuses on exploring the linkages between population dynamics, megatrends, and broader sustainable development issues. She has worked on projects including geospatial analysis for climate change and population vulnerability mapping, degree of urbanization, demographic dividend, small area estimation, and mapping access to family planning and sexual and reproductive health services. She also supports countries in building national capacity for census data analysis.

Her technical expertise includes geospatial analysis, statistics, demographic analysis, and data visualization. Previously, she worked with the Chinese central government and international organizations on UN- and EC-funded sustainable development projects. She holds a Ph.D. in Sustainability and an M.Sc. in Urban Environmental Management.

Sainan Zhang is a Programme Specialist on Megatrends in the Programme Division at UNFPA Headquarters. Her work focuses on exploring the linkages between population dynamics, megatrends, and broader sustainable development issues. She has worked on pr... Show more

I am a creative and strategic leader with a focus on leveraging technology to drive positive change. Passionate about cloud-enabled transformation, I specialize in leading M365 adoption, governance and enablement, with a focus on the Power Platform. My goal is to unlock the immense value this technology offers, accelerating digital transformation and empowering individuals to make a meaningful impact. With 18 years of experience in technology innovation and consultancy, I excel at identifying and harnessing emerging tech to transform enterprises and deliver lasting value.

I am a creative and strategic leader with a focus on leveraging technology to drive positive change. Passionate about cloud-enabled transformation, I specialize in leading M365 adoption, governance and enablement, with a focus on the Power Platform. ... Show more

Studied Forensic Science and Engineering as well as Land Use and Water Management at BTU Cottbus–Senftenberg. Later taught methods of forensic biological analysis, 3D printing, drones, LoRa, sensor technology, and open-source tools. For several years, worked in the Education Department at Cottbus Zoo. Since 2023, drone pilot and member of the EXPAND+ER project at BTU Cottbus–Senftenberg. Currently project coordinator at IQ@BB.

Studied Forensic Science and Engineering as well as Land Use and Water Management at BTU Cottbus–Senftenberg. Later taught methods of forensic biological analysis, 3D printing, drones, LoRa, sensor technology, and open-source tools. For several years... Show more

Vizra Industries is an Uk based company and Ashish Zombade being founder , The company focuses on customer and automation and helps corporated gain 10x results in their Business, also Ashish being Ai Researcher from Oxford has delivered and researched on the papers on automation and cyber security and concept not known by society,
The following Papers include
Published book Ecointelligence: When Artificial Intelligence Converges with Sustainability
● UK-Smart-Office-Helper Developed an AI assistant using OpenAI API to structure user data, generate insights, and manage
interaction logs within a cloud-based workflow.
● Encrypted Neural Network Training via Functional Encryption Primitives
Developed privacy-preserving predictive models using advanced encryption techniques, balancing data security with model
accuracy and analytical performance.
● Temporal Key-State Stream Processing for Real-Time Anomaly Detection
Designed real-time data stream processing framework to detect anomalies, applying machine learning and time-series analytics
for performance monitoring.
● Communication-Frugal Federated Training for Deep Neural Networks
Optimized distributed model training by reducing communication overhead, improving scalability and efficiency across large
datasets.
● Byzantine-Resilient Gradient Aggregation for Distributed Non-Convex Optimization
Engineered robust gradient aggregation methods to ensure reliable model optimization in distributed analytics environments.
● Kernel-Native Packet Steering and Network Function Virtualization for Pod-Level Traffic Engineering in Distributed
Container Clusters
Implemented performance optimization techniques for distributed systems, enhancing traffic efficiency and data flow
management at scale.
● Automated Scalable Visualization Framework for Reproducible Environmental Data Science
Built automated data visualization framework to transform complex datasets into scalable, reproducible dashboards supporting
data-driven decision-making.
-Perception of Fairness in Recommender Systems – Generated actionable insights to optimize personalization
strategies and engagement.

Vizra Industries is an Uk based company and Ashish Zombade being founder , The company focuses on customer and automation and helps corporated gain 10x results in their Business, also Ashish being Ai Researcher from Oxford has delivered and researc... Show more

Estudiante de Ciencia de Datos e IA en ESPOL, apasionado por la intersección entre los datos, la nube y la IA Generativa, comprometido con el aprendizaje continuo y el fortalecimiento del ecosistema tecnológico en Ecuador.

Estudiante de Ciencia de Datos e IA en ESPOL, apasionado por la intersección entre los datos, la nube y la IA Generativa, comprometido con el aprendizaje continuo y el fortalecimiento del ecosistema tecnológico en Ecuador. Show more

Apurva is a Lead Computer Vision Engineer at Brambles, with over seven years of R&D experience across diverse industrial domains. At Brambles, she specializes in designing and deploying cutting-edge machine learning and computer vision IoT prototypes to enhance supply chain efficiencies. Previously, at Spectrum, she contributed to Industrial IoT R&D, focusing on machine learning for wireless access, video analytics, and predictive air quality modeling using edge device data. Her tenure at Lands’ End involved expertise in sales forecasting, pricing strategies, and product similarity analysis.
She has also conducted independent research on Large Language Models (LLMs), exploring their applications in supply chain solutions. She is also a member of the Harvard Business Review Advisory Council, a research community of business professionals. Passionate about the convergence of computer vision, NLP, and machine learning, she is dedicated to driving impactful advancements in technology and operational excellence.

Apurva is a Lead Computer Vision Engineer at Brambles, with over seven years of R&D experience across diverse industrial domains. At Brambles, she specializes in designing and deploying cutting-edge machine learning and computer vision IoT prototypes... Show more

Bonjour, moi c’est Halima. Je suis experte en données spatiales et systèmes d’information géographique (SIG), avec plusieurs années d’expérience dans le développement et l’analyse de données.

Au cours de mon parcours, j’ai travaillé comme développeuse et analyste data, ce qui m’a permis de concevoir des solutions SIG concrètes, de l’architecture des bases de données à la visualisation interactive et aux pipelines de traitement des données.

Je suis passionnée par le potentiel des données spatiales pour comprendre, simuler et modéliser le monde réel, et j’aime partager cette expertise avec la communauté afin d’inspirer de nouvelles approches et solutions.

Bonjour, moi c’est Halima. Je suis experte en données spatiales et systèmes d’information géographique (SIG), avec plusieurs années d’expérience dans le développement et l’analyse de données. Au cours de mon parcours, j’ai travaillé comme développ... Show more

I am Kshitij raj sharma from Nepal , An OSM enthusiastic , Open Source Spatial Developer , Geomatics Engineer. I love maps and love contributing & making tools that benefits humankind

I am Kshitij raj sharma from Nepal , An OSM enthusiastic , Open Source Spatial Developer , Geomatics Engineer. I love maps and love contributing & making tools that benefits humankind Show more

Ssemaganda George is a Computer Scientist, the Lead for Quantum Uganda, and a tech innovator passionate about using technology for social good. He co-founded DirtTrails Safaris, promoting eco-tourism, leads HealthMaMa Ai a health-tech initiative to support expectant women.

George is committed to creating solutions that improve health, education, economic opportunities and digital access for all in Uganda and Africa.

Ssemaganda George is a Computer Scientist, the Lead for Quantum Uganda, and a tech innovator passionate about using technology for social good. He co-founded DirtTrails Safaris, promoting eco-tourism, leads HealthMaMa Ai a health-tech initiative to ... Show more

Neelam Koshiya is principal solutions architect (GenAI specialist) at AWS. With a background in software engineering, she moved organically into an architecture role. Her current focus is to help enterprise customers with their ML/ genAI journeys for strategic business outcomes. Her area of depth is machine learning. She likes to build content/mechanisms to scale to larger audience. She is passionate about innovation and inclusion. In her spare time, she enjoys reading and being outdoors.

Neelam Koshiya is principal solutions architect (GenAI specialist) at AWS. With a background in software engineering, she moved organically into an architecture role. Her current focus is to help enterprise customers with their ML/ genAI journeys for... Show more

Goodness Nwani is a Communications & Operations Professional, Web3 Community Builder, and Cybersecurity Advocate with over 10 years of experience driving impact across education, nonprofits, and emerging technology. At the moment, she serves as the Grants Lead at Superteam Nigeria — a community championing the adoption of the Solana ecosystem in Nigeria — where she oversees communications and operations for the Solana Foundation Nigeria grants program, having managed over $491,000 in grants to date. From building grassroots communities for Shardeum Blockchain to coordinating programs for Technovation Girls Nigeria and mentoring young women in tech — Goodness has consistently shown up at the intersection of strategy, people, and purpose.

A passionate advocate for digital safety and inclusive tech adoption, Goodness has spoken at 15+ events on cybersecurity awareness, Web3, and community building — and is actively building cybersecurity education content and classes to make digital security accessible to underserved communities. She holds a Bachelor's degree in Communication Arts and brings a rare blend of operational excellence, community intelligence, and communications strategy to every stage she steps on.

Goodness Nwani is a Communications & Operations Professional, Web3 Community Builder, and Cybersecurity Advocate with over 10 years of experience driving impact across education, nonprofits, and emerging technology. At the moment, she serves as the G... Show more

Dallas Jackson, the founder of Humaneering, is not your typical coach or trainer. She's the kind of person who believes in humanity before processes, and her journey in the world of Agile principles is as unique as she is. She's a coach, a practitioner, a methodologist, and a mentor, all rolled into one. She's the Swiss Army knife of agility, providing teams with the support they need, no matter what challenges they face.

Dallas embarked on the journey of founding Humaneering with a key focus in mind—to ensure that humans take the center stage in decision-making and processes across every facet of business. But it doesn't stop there. Humaneering also places a strong emphasis on sustainability, recognizing that a humane approach to business goes hand in hand with responsible and enduring practices for the planet. In a world where profit often takes precedence, Dallas and Humaneering champion a brighter, more balanced future where people and the environment thrive alongside business success.

In her previous life, Dallas was the Enterprise Coach at Whole Foods Market, where she focused on bringing agility to the forefront of the organization, coaching teams of all shapes and sizes to work with more agility. Whether it's HR, Accounting and Finance or the oldie but goodie, Technology, Dallas has shared her Agile expertise, witnessing teams undergo remarkable transformations.

But here's the twist – Dallas doesn't leave her Agile principles at the office. Nope, they follow her home too. Her household is a living testament to agility, complete with a Kanban board for her teenagers and inspect and adapt conversations around the clock. Dallas is not your typical Agile practitioner. She's a trailblazer in bringing agility into the world of non-profits, with a particular focus on industries and methods crucial to our planet's future—circular economy and organizations focused on our climate crisis. Her expertise extends far beyond the traditional Agile settings, demonstrating that agility can revolutionize even the most unconventional organizations and environments.

But what sets Dallas apart is her unwavering belief that every meaningful journey begins with that crucial first step in the right direction. She's on a mission to drive change, one agile step at a time, in industries where the stakes couldn't be higher.

Dallas Jackson, the founder of Humaneering, is not your typical coach or trainer. She's the kind of person who believes in humanity before processes, and her journey in the world of Agile principles is as unique as she is. She's a coach, a practition... Show more

Emma A. A. Rünzel is a software developer with a unique journey from linguistics to tech. With a bilingual background in literature and linguistics, she first explored communication through language before transitioning to code. After completing a coding boot camp, she freelanced as a developer, working across industries from finance to beekeeping (software). Her career has taken her through building web and mobile applications, working with startups, and navigating the fast-paced world of fintech. Now, she applies her skills in renewable energy, developing software to help drive a more sustainable future. Passionate about (computer) languages, AI, and community engagement, she loves both teaching and learning—especially when it means bridging the gap between seemingly unrelated fields.

Emma A. A. Rünzel is a software developer with a unique journey from linguistics to tech. With a bilingual background in literature and linguistics, she first explored communication through language before transitioning to code. After completing a co... Show more

Microsoft Most Valuable Professional MVP AI | NASA Citizen Scientist; TCS Utilities Data and Analytics Practice Lead and Energy Trading and Risk Management Practice Lead | AWS Community Builder

Microsoft Most Valuable Professional MVP AI | NASA Citizen Scientist; TCS Utilities Data and Analytics Practice Lead and Energy Trading and Risk Management Practice Lead | AWS Community Builder Show more

Jeannine Du Chateau has more than 15 years of experience as a Senior Manager, leading Environmental, Health, and Safety governance, facilities operations, and enterprise risk management across multinational, multi-site organizations. Her professional focus centers on aligning Environment, Health, Safety, and Quality strategies with business objectives while supporting regulatory compliance and operational stability. Across sectors including manufacturing, food production, energy, chemicals, and medical devices, she has supported complex operations and global teams responsible for regulated environments.

Jeannine has developed broad experience strengthening ISO management systems and coordinating operational support functions across diverse industrial settings. Her responsibilities have included working with manufacturing shop floor teams, engineering departments, supply chain professionals, procurement groups, warehousing operations, and maintenance functions. Through consistent collaboration and structured processes, she has supported measurable improvements in cost efficiency, energy performance, and sustainability outcomes across light and heavy manufacturing, PCB and electronics production, automotive operations, chemical processing, plastics manufacturing, and the beverage industry.

She also participated in emergency preparedness and response assessments related to the Deepwater Horizon explosion. While working remotely from the BP Houston, Texas site, she monitored oil rig piping and underwater systems that remained active after the incident. At the BP training location in Mobile, Alabama, emergency response documentation was reviewed while preparedness procedures were evaluated. Observations were also conducted during preparations, during which fishermen's vessels were equipped for crude oil spill cleanup in the former Deepwater rig area. Training activities were later delivered at several FCX and Rio Tinto mining locations in the United States and internationally, including the DRC in Africa.

Du Chateau also conducted auditing assignments across several highly regulated organizations and operational facilities. These assignments included auditing NASA sites in Cape Canaveral, Florida, and Houston, Texas, for compliance with ISO 14001 and ISO 45001. She supported certification processes for Thales sites in Florida and California. She helped guide ISO 14001 certification across Rockwell operations in multiple states in the United States and Mexico, covering 50 sites within Motion Control. Several food and beverage facilities across Coca-Cola locations in the United States were also audited as part of quality and safety compliance initiatives.

Her professional responsibilities also include guiding environmental, quality, and safety governance across multinational enterprise accounts. She works closely with leadership teams to align regulatory compliance with operational performance and governance frameworks. These activities include coordinating certification programs, supporting risk management strategies, and maintaining communication with executive teams responsible for operational oversight.

Jeannine Du Chateau currently serves as a Global Account Manager and Lead Auditor for LRQA, a London-based assurance and risk management organization that provides certification, inspection, and advisory services to multinational companies. Over the past four years, she has managed a portfolio of 20 multinational enterprise accounts across automotive, PCB and SMT manufacturing, chemical production, heavy manufacturing, and energy sectors. Through strategic account development and expanded services, she supported 26% revenue growth and 30% sales growth while assisting organizations with certification across ISO 9001, ISO 14001, ISO 45001, SQF, FSSC 2200, and emerging cybersecurity and ESG certification frameworks.

She previously worked with the same organization from 2017 to 2020 as Senior QEHS and Sustainability Customer Manager and Lead Auditor before returning in 2022. During that time, she collaborated with accreditation bodies to manage certification activities, support audit remediation processes, and maintain compliance continuity for multinational clients. These efforts strengthened certification visibility and operational credibility across global markets.

Du Chateau also served for two years as Senior Maintenance Facilities QEHS and Security Manager at Thales Avionics, a company operating within defense, aerospace, and digital technology sectors. In this role, she oversaw governance across regulated manufacturing and airport environments. Reporting to the Director of Operations, she led cross-functional teams, managed a $300,000 budget, and supported operational continuity across six sites in the United States while maintaining regulatory compliance and safety programs.

Jeannine Du Chateau also held prior leadership roles, including eight years as Global Key Customer Project Manager at Det Norske Veritas in Norway. In that role, she supervised six-member auditor teams while guiding environmental, health, safety, and quality governance programs for multinational enterprises. Before that assignment, she served as the Quality, Environmental Health, and Safety Manager at General Dynamics in Tallahassee, Florida, where risk management and environmental stewardship were integrated into advanced manufacturing operations.

Her professional contributions have been recognized through several awards, including the Crystal Award for Environmental Excellence (awarded multiple times), the Governor’s Hazardous Waste Reduction Award, and the Values in Action Award for Customer Service. She is also active in professional organizations, including the Orlando Chapter of the American Society for Quality, the Technical Advisory Group for updates to ISO 14001, the Technical Advisory Group supporting the OCS Blue transition to an ISO standard, the Local Emergency Planning Commission, and advisory groups connected to the International Organization for Standardization.

Du Chateau graduated from Michigan Technological University with a Bachelor of Science in Chemical Engineering and later continued graduate studies in Corporate Finance at Capella University. She also holds professional certifications, including First Aid, CPR, and AED, as well as Emergency Response certification through the State of Florida Local Emergency Planning Commission. She has also been certified by Exemplar Global, Inc. as a Lead Environmental Auditor, Lead Health and Safety Auditor, and Lead Quality Auditor.

Jeannine Du Chateau remains committed to community involvement alongside her professional career. She has volunteered with Habitat for Humanity and Viera Hospital, assisting individuals recovering from hip and knee surgeries. She served as a United Way representative while working with Rockwell, General Dynamics, and Thales. Community participation also includes involvement in American Cancer Society programs for 10 years, including the Cattle Baron’s Ball, Light up the Night Races, and Relay for Life events. She has supported Alzheimer Society of Miami fundraising activities and contributed to church Christmas drives supporting Clewiston, Florida. She is the mother of two and participates in youth sports by coaching her children’s flag football teams and supporting several leagues as a dugout parent.

Jeannine Du Chateau has more than 15 years of experience as a Senior Manager, leading Environmental, Health, and Safety governance, facilities operations, and enterprise risk management across multinational, multi-site organizations. Her professional... Show more

I'm a developer passionate about making large language models work on small budgets. From full-stack apps to containerised AI workloads, I love building things that are clever, efficient, and production-ready—even without enterprise-level resources. Currently exploring how far Kubernetes can stretch when you're resource-conscious but ambition-heavy.

I'm a developer passionate about making large language models work on small budgets. From full-stack apps to containerised AI workloads, I love building things that are clever, efficient, and production-ready—even without enterprise-level resources. ... Show more

Bharti Bisht, is Assistant Professor in DPG Institute of Technology & Management, Gurgaon, India. She has published paper in IEEE Digital Library and even presented her papers in International Conferences. She is active participant of various workshops and seminars conducted by educational institutions. Her interest area is Software Reusability, Data Mining and AI.

Bharti Bisht, is Assistant Professor in DPG Institute of Technology & Management, Gurgaon, India. She has published paper in IEEE Digital Library and even presented her papers in International Conferences. She is active participant of variou... Show more

Griselle Colon-Wright, is a technology-focused growth strategist, ecosystem builder, and international trade executive with over 30 years of experience driving innovation, commercialization, and market expansion. She has led large-scale national initiatives for Fortune 500 companies including DaimlerChrysler, Walmart, AT&T, American Airlines, FedEx, Abbott, and Verizon, designing integrated platforms that combined experiential, digital, retail, and partnership strategies to accelerate revenue and brand growth.
Throughout her career, Griselle has pioneered market-first initiatives that bridged culture, commerce, and emerging platforms. She secured the first Hispanic Market license for Nestlé USA to activate MLB All-Star and World Series assets nationally. As the first Director of Hispanic Marketing for Pacific Trading Cards, she launched the first bilingual baseball cards in the U.S. At GlobalHue, she led Chrysler’s founding title sponsorship of Carnaval on the Mile and designed Walmart’s Road to Essence, the company’s first African American shopper marketing platform implemented across 500+ stores, generating measurable sales lift and earning “Best in Show” recognition three consecutive years. She also led America I AM: The African American Imprint national Supertruck Tour, Walmart’s first sponsorship of its kind.
In 2022, Griselle joined Black Innovation Alliance (BIA), where she designed and launched the Ecosystem Builder-in-Residence (EIR) program and helped scale national partnerships advancing inclusive innovation. She spearheaded BIA’s collaboration with the Bahamas Ministry of Tourism under INNOVATE 242 and secured a strategic alliance with the U.S. International Trade Administration’s Global Diversity Export Initiative to implement technology-enabled trade capacity-building programs.
Today, she serves as a strategic advisor to technology and social impact ventures, supporting AI, IoT, energy efficiency, drone, and blockchain companies with commercialization strategy, capital formation, ecosystem partnerships, and cross-border expansion. Griselle is committed to advancing innovation-driven economic development and positioning emerging markets as active participants in next-generation global trade.

Griselle Colon-Wright, is a technology-focused growth strategist, ecosystem builder, and international trade executive with over 30 years of experience driving innovation, commercialization, and market expansion. She has led large-scale national ini... Show more

Zakiya Davidson is a graduate researcher at North Carolina A&T State University whose work sits at the intersection of artificial intelligence, federated learning, blockchain systems, and equity-centered technology design.

Currently working with Dr. Patooghy and collaborating faculty, Zakiya is contributing to research initiatives focused on blockchain-enabled federated learning (BCFL) for two critical domains: improving maternal health equity in underserved communities and strengthening defenses against data poisoning attacks in Agricultural IoT systems. Her work investigates how privacy-preserving, fairness-aware AI systems can be designed to protect data sovereignty while improving model reliability and equitable outcomes.

Zakiya brings over 20 years of experience in data engineering and enterprise analytics across industries including media, logistics, and marketing. She is currently pursuing advanced graduate studies in data analytics and machine learning, with a long-term research agenda centered on ethical AI, distributed systems, and the development of resilient AI infrastructures for marginalized communities.

Her work reflects a commitment to positioning NC A&T as a leader in AI fairness, privacy-preserving computation, and applied research that advances both technological innovation and social impact.

Zakiya Davidson is a graduate researcher at North Carolina A&T State University whose work sits at the intersection of artificial intelligence, federated learning, blockchain systems, and equity-centered technology design. Currently working with D... Show more

Peter conducts research and analysis for the transportation program at ACEEE, with a focus on light-duty fuel efficiency and electric vehicles. Peter works on promoting equitable access to electric vehicles and leads the annual life-cycle emissions analysis of light-duty vehicles for ACEEE’s Greenercars.org. Peter also leads ACEEE’s State Transportation Electrification Scorecard, a biannual assessment of progress by states to promote electrification and reduce emissions from the transportation sector.

Peter holds a master of science in public policy and management from the Heinz College at Carnegie Mellon University and a bachelor of arts in economics and global environmental change and sustainability from Johns Hopkins University.

Peter conducts research and analysis for the transportation program at ACEEE, with a focus on light-duty fuel efficiency and electric vehicles. Peter works on promoting equitable access to electric vehicles and leads the annual life-cycle emissions a... Show more

Androsky Lugo, from Eastchester, NY, is an architect with advanced academic training in architecture and sustainable design. He began his professional journey at the University of Pennsylvania, where he earned a Bachelor of Business degree in 2000. While his undergraduate education provided a strong foundation in strategy, management, and operations, Lugo soon recognized that his long-term interests aligned more closely with architectural design and the built environment.

Motivated by this realization, Lugo transitioned to Cornell University to pursue a Master of Architecture degree. He graduated with distinction from the program in 2002, demonstrating exceptional proficiency in architectural theory, structural systems, and design execution. Following his graduate studies, Lugo earned additional professional designations in Building Science and Technology and Environmental Systems, expanding his technical understanding of building performance and construction methodologies.

In 2003, Lugo returned to Cornell University to further his education in environmentally conscious building and design, strengthening his expertise in sustainable architecture and ecological integration. This advanced training marked a turning point in his career, laying the foundation for his long-term focus on environmentally responsible design practices.

Professional Experience and Major Projects

Over the course of his two-decade career, Androsky Lugo has participated in numerous high-level architectural projects across commercial, public, and civic sectors. His work reflects a consistent balance between engineering discipline, environmental responsibility, and functional design.

In 2012, Lugo collaborated closely with the San Francisco Historic Buildings Committee, contributing to the planning and renovation of multiple public service spaces. These projects required careful coordination between historic preservation requirements and modern usability standards, reinforcing Lugo’s ability to deliver contemporary solutions within complex regulatory and cultural frameworks.

A major milestone in Lugo’s career occurred in 2015, when he was commissioned by The Hagman’s Group of New York City to design and construct a building composed entirely of sustainable and recycled materials—a first-of-its-kind achievement at the time. This project positioned Lugo as an early leader in large-scale sustainable construction and demonstrated the real-world viability of environmentally responsible architecture.

During his tenure at Parkins and Rhodon, Lugo served as lead designer for a full-scale shopping center, contributed to the design of a multi-story house of worship, and worked extensively with local urban development teams to deliver affordable housing initiatives. These projects highlighted his ability to manage complex stakeholder environments while delivering architecture aligned with both community needs and structural performance standards.

Focus on Sustainable Architectural Design

While architectural design has always been central to Lugo’s career, his primary professional focus over the past decade has been environmental protection through sustainable architecture. He is widely regarded as an influential figure in green design circles for his ability to integrate ecological considerations into functional, scalable building solutions.

Lugo’s approach emphasizes the protection of natural habitats and water systems, thoughtful material selection, and architectural designs that work with the surrounding environment rather than against it. His work has contributed to a growing appreciation within the industry for buildings that seamlessly blend structural integrity with environmental stewardship.

Philanthropy and Community Engagement

In addition to his professional work, Androsky Lugo regularly provides pro-bono architectural services to organizations such as Habitat for Humanity, Homes for Veterans, and The Make It Right at Home Foundation. His commitment to community-focused architecture reflects a belief that design expertise should also serve broader social and humanitarian goals.

In 2015, Lugo founded the Architecture and Earth Awareness Foundation, an organization dedicated to educating architects, construction companies, and structural engineers on the importance of sustainable initiatives within the building industry. Since its inception, the foundation has helped promote environmentally responsible design principles across more than 400 large-scale projects worldwide.

Lugo is also deeply involved in climate protection efforts, frequently participating in fundraising events, awareness campaigns, and industry initiatives that support environmental sustainability.

Recognition and Industry Honors

Lugo’s philanthropic contributions and leadership in sustainable architecture have earned him widespread recognition. He has been named top contributor by the Homes for Veterans organization and received the Voice of Reason Award from the Green Initiative Climate Council, among numerous other honors.

In 2019, Lugo was nominated for the Pritzker Architecture Prize, one of the profession’s most prestigious recognitions. He was also nominated for the Architecture Master’s Prize in 2020 and went on to receive the Architectural Visionary Award in early 2021.

Professional Legacy

Through education, practice, philanthropy, and advocacy, Androsky Lugo has established himself as an architect whose work extends beyond individual projects. His career reflects a sustained commitment to architecture that is innovative, responsible, and aligned with the long-term health of both communities and the environment.

Androsky Lugo, from Eastchester, NY, is an architect with advanced academic training in architecture and sustainable design. He began his professional journey at the University of Pennsylvania, where he earned a Bachelor of Business degree in 2000. W... Show more