Naila Rais is one of the youngest scholars in her twenties, an AI innovator, data strategist, and rising tech leader who's already building what many only dreams of. A winner of the Salesforce Quest: Customer AI 2024, recipient of the Distinguished Global Scholar Award at LoneStar College Tomball, Texas, and former AI intern at the Imageomics Institute, where she merged machine learning with biodiversity to power scientific discovery. She is also a leader & organizer of Microsoft Fabric User Group: Uttar Pradesh Power BI Club & serves as a WomenTech Circle Leader cum Ambassador, and drives digital strategy at the Sustainable Living Guide, where she’s led growth and engagement by 40%+. She's also the mind behind VoiceBridge (In-progress), an AI-powered tool for non-verbal communication, and has authored research in social strategy and inclusive AI. With honors degrees, publications, and leadership roles under her belt — all before 21 — Naila is proving that impact has no age limit.

Naila Rais is one of the youngest scholars in her twenties, an AI innovator, data strategist, and rising tech leader who's already building what many only dreams of. A winner of the Salesforce Quest: Customer AI 2024, recipient of the Distinguished G... Show more

With over 6 years of experience in product design and development, Moyin has worked with both startups and established companies across various industries—including eCommerce and tech-led businesses—where he has helped launch MVPs and design assets for seed funding. Drawn to how design is the initial touchpoint between users and brands, Moyin pursued a career in design to help craft the best possible user experiences.

With over 6 years of experience in product design and development, Moyin has worked with both startups and established companies across various industries—including eCommerce and tech-led businesses—where he has helped launch MVPs and design assets f... Show more

Tatiana Montenegro is a Sr. SLED Sales Account Representative at Juniper Networks responsible for preventing cyberattacks and helping leverage Juniper’s AI-Native Networking Platform for South Florida school districts and local government. She has established a distinguished career in the technology industry, beginning with prominent roles at Citrix, Cisco, VMware, and Palo Alto Networks. Throughout her journey, she has been instrumental in deploying cutting-edge technologies such as Automation, AI, and Machine Learning to deliver business outcomes.

Tatiana Montenegro is a Sr. SLED Sales Account Representative at Juniper Networks responsible for preventing cyberattacks and helping leverage Juniper’s AI-Native Networking Platform for South Florida school districts and local government. She has es... Show more

As a Microsoft AI & IoT MVP with over 11 years of experience, I specialize in developing and architecting IoT and AI applications. My expertise spans various edge devices, sensors, and Azure services like IoT Hub, Event Hub, Digital Twins, and Device Provisioning Services. In AI, I excel in multi-agent systems with Semantic Kernel and Azure AI services such as Document Intelligence, Content Safety, and Custom Vision. I've successfully implemented solutions across diverse domains, driving innovation and business success. I'm passionate about leveraging cutting-edge technologies to create impactful solutions

As a Microsoft AI & IoT MVP with over 11 years of experience, I specialize in developing and architecting IoT and AI applications. My expertise spans various edge devices, sensors, and Azure services like IoT Hub, Event Hub, Digital Twins, and Device... Show more

Dr. James C. Rodríguez, MSW, CADC, is a globally acclaimed leader, speaker, and advocate for children's well-being, renowned for his ability to inspire transformative change through his expertise and dedication. A proud father, soldier, social worker, and visionary, Dr. Rodríguez embodies a purpose-driven approach to addressing the needs of individuals, families, and communities. His life's work spans a diverse array of fields, including Early Childhood Education, Public Health, Child Welfare, Mental Health, Leadership Development, and Fatherhood Advocacy.

Dr. Rodríguez's distinguished career began at 17 as a combat medic in the United States Army. By 22, he became one of the youngest Substance Abuse Counselors in the Department of Defense, demonstrating an exceptional ability to lead and support others. Over two decades of service in the U.S. Armed Forces, he held roles in law enforcement and mental health, leaving a lasting legacy of service and impact. His commitment to serving at-risk youth earned him the prestigious Points of Light Award from President George H.W. Bush, while President Barack H. Obama later honored him with the Presidential Lifetime Call to Service Award for his enduring contributions to society.

A trailblazer in fatherhood and family advocacy, Dr. Rodríguez established one of Arizona's first Temporary Assistance for Needy Families (TANF)-funded fatherhood programs. This program and numerous other initiatives he developed have generated more than $75 million in funding, positively impacting countless families and professionals. He founded the Fathers and Families Coalition of America (FFCA), which has grown from a grassroots organization into an international nonprofit with a global reach. FFCA's hallmark event, the International Families and Fathers Conference, has transformed communities and inspired leaders worldwide.

As an educator, Dr. Rodríguez's commitment to education and mentorship is unwavering. He has served as a professor at prestigious institutions, including the University of Southern California and Arizona State University. His passion for teaching and mentorship has taken him to universities and communities worldwide, such as Morehouse College, Howard University, Columbia University, Clark Atlanta University, the Universidad Interamericana de Puerto Rico, the University of the West Indies, and more. His dynamic lectures and workshops have empowered professionals to effect meaningful change in their fields.
A recognized mental health expert and thought leader, Dr. Rodríguez has been invited to keynote for esteemed organizations such as the City of New York, the Region II Head Start Association, the State of Maryland, the Substance Abuse and Mental Health Services Administration (SAMHSA), and the National Federation of Families for Children's Mental Health. He is the creator of the SAMHSA-approved training curriculum "Including and Elevating Fathers in Family Mental Health Support," which has been instrumental in advancing the skills of over 30,000 practitioners nationwide.

Dr. Rodríguez's groundbreaking research and program development efforts are a testament to his commitment to innovation and equity. He has led health initiatives funded by the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) and the National Institute of Mental Health. His work with the Somali Association of Arizona, the Hispanic/Latino and African American National Community Parent Depression Research Project, and various public health programs has earned him widespread recognition as a champion for equity, inclusion, and innovation.

The OAR Leadership Institute, founded by Dr. Rodríguez, has trained over 2,500 professionals since 2018, providing a cutting-edge curriculum that integrates timeless leadership principles with modern strategies. His Advanced Practitioner Credential™ Course has further cemented his status as a leader in professional development, offering evidence-based training to practitioners worldwide.

Dr. Rodríguez's personal values—rooted in love, empathy, and a deep respect for humanity—are the driving force behind every facet of his work. Above all, he treasures his role as a father and draws inspiration from his own children to create initiatives that support families and strengthen communities. His unwavering dedication to fostering wellness, equity, and opportunity continues to make a profound impact, earning him global recognition as one of the most influential social work, mental health, and child welfare figures.

Dr. James C. Rodríguez, MSW, CADC, is a globally acclaimed leader, speaker, and advocate for children's well-being, renowned for his ability to inspire transformative change through his expertise and dedication. A proud father, soldier, social worker... Show more

Senior backend engineer who thrives on blending structure and creativity, whether coding or storytelling. Passionate about “using your powers for good”, she is volunteering as a software engineer in several organizations, such as Midaat. She cares deeply about wildlife, and volunteered at both the Wildlife Hospital and the Haibulans. She is currently volunteering for the Haibulans as tech consultant.

Senior backend engineer who thrives on blending structure and creativity, whether coding or storytelling. Passionate about “using your powers for good”, she is volunteering as a software engineer in several organizations, such as Midaat. She cares de... Show more

A systemic design thinker working for a better world.

A systemic design thinker working for a better world. Show more

Rob has over 15 years of experience leading marketing for purpose-led brands, including leading community and growth for Guayaki Yerba Mate (now Yerba Madre), a founding B Corp, and co-founded NorthernItes Syndicate, a marketing agency for impact-driven companies.

Rob is now applying that mission-first approach as Co-Founder & CMO of Copi, the AI financial agent for Gen Z with a mission to make financial clarity a right, not a privilidge.

Rob has over 15 years of experience leading marketing for purpose-led brands, including leading community and growth for Guayaki Yerba Mate (now Yerba Madre), a founding B Corp, and co-founded NorthernItes Syndicate, a marketing agency for impact-dr... Show more

Celina es programadora, educadora y emprendedora en tecnología inclusiva. Diseña dispositivos accesibles para personas con discapacidad, combinando distintas tecnologías con materiales de bajo costo. Su enfoque une lo técnico con lo social: busca resolver problemas reales desde el diseño centrado en el usuario, la educación y la empatía. Da clases de programación a niños y adultos, y desarrolla proyectos que integran tecnología, creatividad y propósito. Cree en una tecnología más humana y en el poder de compartir conocimiento para transformar vidas.

Celina es programadora, educadora y emprendedora en tecnología inclusiva. Diseña dispositivos accesibles para personas con discapacidad, combinando distintas tecnologías con materiales de bajo costo. Su enfoque une lo técnico con lo social: busca res... Show more

6+ Years of Experience in the Platform Engineering space with expertise on Terraform, GitHub Actions, Linux, WIndows, Ansible, Kubernetes, Azure & AWS

6+ Years of Experience in the Platform Engineering space with expertise on Terraform, GitHub Actions, Linux, WIndows, Ansible, Kubernetes, Azure & AWS Show more