* Andre was born Sanches and adopted ÁGIL as his surname for ACCELERATION OF RESULTS, being a PIONEER in BRAZIL in AGILITY since 2000!

* “Businessman” with 5 startups: 1 marriage, 2 children and 2 pets

* Results man: $3 billion in benefits generated, +500 companies transformed, +150K people impacted, R$500 million projects, +1K live podcasts, +2K people as a manager, +700 mentoring sessions and +600 lectures given

* From the dirt road to international speaker, from intern to CEO, proud of his son Bernardo’s overcoming when dealing with near death

* Recognized Executive and Mentor with an active presence in several startup, corporate, business, entrepreneurial, event and in-company ecosystems

* Bachelor’s/Master’s in Analytics USP, 2 post-graduate degrees, electronics technician, +100 courses, Serial Learner

* Expert Speaker and Professional Mentor most sought after on the topic of AGILITY

* Successful serial executive for large companies SPTuris, Citibank, Itaú, everis, Ambev

* Founder/CEO of the first AGILITY HUB in the world UNIVERSO ÁGIL, Agile Women movement, Rádio ÁGIL, Ágil Store and we are just getting started...

* AMATEUR KART driver, Founder of CKC Copa Kart dos Camaradas 2008, Blood donor, Supporter of dozens of Communities

* Andre was born Sanches and adopted ÁGIL as his surname for ACCELERATION OF RESULTS, being a PIONEER in BRAZIL in AGILITY since 2000! * “Businessman” with 5 startups: 1 marriage, 2 children and 2 pets * Results man: $3 billion in benefits gene... Show more

Sharayu is a passionate problem-solver and entrepreneur on a mission to develop next-generation products! 🚀

👩‍💻 She is a founder of Blockly Technologies Private Limited, a government-funded, women-led startup supported by prestigious incubators and organizations like IITs, IIMs, Microsoft, NASSCOM, and many more. She is dedicated to creating impactful products that truly make a difference.

✨ Her journey has been nothing short of remarkable! Recently, her success story was featured on the mic.gov website, a testament to her unwavering commitment to innovation.

🥇 Winning the IIT Madras E-Summit'2023 became a pivotal moment in her life, igniting her entrepreneurial passion and inspiring her to develop impactful solutions.

💡 Hackathons? They fuel her fire! 🔥
She’s not just a hackathon participant; she’s a strong competitor! Having participated in more than 10+ hackathons, she has earned recognition as a winner, runner-up, and finalist. As the team leader in every hackathon, she has developed her skills in managing teams and helping everyone succeed together.

But her journey doesn’t stop there! She has also taken on roles as a Hackathon organizer and Hackathon Judge, where she mentors others and hackathon is a fun adventure that challenges her to think creatively and collaborate with talented individuals.

🤝 Open source? Giving back to the community is her passion!
As an open-source mentor at GSSoC'22, she loves helping students kickstart their open-source journeys, just like her mentors did for her when she was starting out. She believes in the power of mentorship and collaboration, and she has made significant contributions to GWOC'21, SWOC'21, and GSSoC'22 during her college years.

🎤 Sharing knowledge is one of her favorite things!
She has been invited to speak on technical topics, where she enthusiastically shares her insights and inspires peers, reflecting her dedication to empowering the next generation of tech innovators.

⏳ While in college, she worked as a technical video content creator and writer at GeeksforGeeks, where she transformed complex topics into engaging content for a broad audience. This experience honed her communication skills and solidified her authority in the tech space.

🚀 Sharayu is always excited to connect with like-minded professionals and explore new collaboration opportunities!

Sharayu is a passionate problem-solver and entrepreneur on a mission to develop next-generation products! 🚀 👩‍💻 She is a founder of Blockly Technologies Private Limited, a government-funded, women-led startup supported by prestigious incubators... Show more

Jeremy Wood is a Federal IT implementor, strategist, and enthusiast specializing in complex business systems. But that is just his day job. He is also an advocate for teens and college age young adults and helping them to achieve their goals. Working with Boy Scouts, local schools, leadership development programs, and a variety of other local youth programs Jeremy strives to interact in ways that will push these great thinkers to achieve their dream.

Jeremy Wood is a Federal IT implementor, strategist, and enthusiast specializing in complex business systems. But that is just his day job. He is also an advocate for teens and college age young adults and helping them to achieve their goals. Working... Show more

Tamara Lechner is a distinguished expert in flourishing science and peak performance, specializing in individual and cultural change. As Chair of the AI for Human Flourishing think tank within the Human Flourishing Program at Harvard, Tamara leads initiatives that explore how AI can be harnessed to enhance humans’ ability to thrive in today's rapidly evolving technological landscape Committed to placing humans at the heart of AI, she partners with organizations to help them a create work environments where technology and people work in harmony, driving exceptional results.

Tamara Lechner is a distinguished expert in flourishing science and peak performance, specializing in individual and cultural change. As Chair of the AI for Human Flourishing think tank within the Human Flourishing Program at Harvard, Tamara leads in... Show more

Matthew Dickson helps people with mental illness in developing countries so they can get access to basic mental health care at MindAid.ca.

Mind Aid is the world's first website with all the organizations working on mental health in developing countries on one site (they are otherwise scattered across the web).

These organizations use models of basic mental health care that are low-cost, proven effective, and scalable.

Some of these organizations have been endorsed by Bill Clinton, Forest Whitaker, Arcade Fire, Ashley Judd, as well as Zak Williams (son of Robin Williams) and Tim Shriver, founder of the Special Olympics.

Matthew has successfully recovered from schizophrenia and has bicycled across Canada twice.

Matthew Dickson helps people with mental illness in developing countries so they can get access to basic mental health care at MindAid.ca. Mind Aid is the world's first website with all the organizations working on mental health in developing coun... Show more

Possessing 20 years of experience in multiple areas of product management, digital media, web engineering, and organizational leadership, Tony has successfully led teams to improve engineering processes, deliver quality digital products, manage a global product roadmap, and develop a technical organizational strategy. He has successful global experience in the areas of digital product design, research, analysis, development, metric reporting, and go-to-market strategy. His unique blend of engineering experience combined with product-focused, business acumen has allowed him to be a high-performing leader, facilitator, and product owner for multiple digital product releases that have global technology impacts.

Tony is the former Head of Product at Boeing and now serves currently as the Senior Vice President of Product Management at Aldar, where he leads product teams covering the residential real estate, retail, hospitality, education, smart city, and immersive technology teams. He is a Gartner Product Management Ambassador, was recognized as a Top 10 CPO in the United Arab Emirates for 2023, and also produced the Future of Product Management 2024 Report which was accessed by over 5000 leaders across the Middle East, Europe, and North America.

Possessing 20 years of experience in multiple areas of product management, digital media, web engineering, and organizational leadership, Tony has successfully led teams to improve engineering processes, deliver quality digital products, manage a glo... Show more

Rimodulando il mio percorso lavorativo, dopo quasi quindici anni di insegnamento come docente nella scuola pubblica, ho intrapreso la strada verso la consulenza e la formazione aziendale abbracciando il mindset Agile. Ho trasferito tutto il mio bagaglio di competenze in ambito people in questo settore. Ricercatrice e sperimentatrice, ho inserito Scrum nella mia didattica della Lingua Inglese prima di dire definitivamente addio alla cattedra e ai banchi di scuola. Autrice dell'articolo 'Ready-Steady-Sprint. Quando Scrum incontra la didattica' e di 'Una retrospettiva fra i banchi di scuola' sulla rivista Agile Italia Magazine. Ho avuto l'onore di essere invitata dall'autrice a scrivere la prefazione al libro 'Le Organizzazioni Agili. Ripartire dall'uomo per produrre valore' di Carmela Flaminio. Scrum Master & PO, innamorata degli OKR. Non scendo a compromessi con la mia felicità.

Rimodulando il mio percorso lavorativo, dopo quasi quindici anni di insegnamento come docente nella scuola pubblica, ho intrapreso la strada verso la consulenza e la formazione aziendale abbracciando il mindset Agile. Ho trasferito tutto il mio bagag... Show more

Avi has been involved in the Drupal Community since 2008. He volunteers as the lead of MidCamp and on the Event Organizer Working Group Board. His work focuses on large-scale Drupal implementations for high-ed and non-profits.

Avi has been involved in the Drupal Community since 2008. He volunteers as the lead of MidCamp and on the Event Organizer Working Group Board. His work focuses on large-scale Drupal implementations for high-ed and non-profits. Show more

Formado em engenharia elétrica pela UTFPR, com MBA em Liderança, Inovação e Gestão 4.0 pela PUCRS e mestrando em Políticas Públicas e Desenvolvimento no IPEA, atuei por 6 anos na Central de Compras do Ministério da Economia na criação e implantação de modelos de compras centralizadas e atualmente Assessor Técnico na Diretoria de Integridade do Ministério da Saúde. Fui vencedor do 22º Concurso de Inovação no Setor Público da ENAP pela criação do TáxiGov, serviço de transporte de servidores com uso de aplicativo. Fui parte da banca julgadora de diversos concursos de inovação na administração pública. Sou facilitador do curso "Como Inovar em Compras Públicas" na ENAP, redator voluntário no Centro de Lideranças Públicas (CLP) onde falo sobre inovação e compras públicas, atuo como mentor voluntário para trainees em gestão pública na Vetor Brasil. Coautor do livro "Terceirização na Administração Pública", realizo estudos acadêmicos sobre inovação e modernização do Estado.

Formado em engenharia elétrica pela UTFPR, com MBA em Liderança, Inovação e Gestão 4.0 pela PUCRS e mestrando em Políticas Públicas e Desenvolvimento no IPEA, atuei por 6 anos na Central de Compras do Ministério da Economia na criação e implantação d... Show more

Anna Anderson is a Project Management Coach, Speaker, LinkedIn Learning Instructor, and Founder of The PM Blueprint, dedicated to helping professionals transition into project management and build six-figure careers. With years of experience leading projects in industries like public safety, healthcare, and technology, she equips aspiring and current project managers with the skills, strategies, and confidence to succeed.

As a PMP®, CAPM®, CSM, and PMI-ATP-certified expert, Anna specializes in career transitions, project leadership, and PMP® certification training. She has helped countless professionals break into project management, refine their job search strategies, and master the skills needed to thrive in leadership roles.

Anna is also a LinkedIn Learning Instructor, where she teaches the course "Succeeding in Project Management as an Introvert", helping introverted professionals leverage their strengths to excel in project management roles.

She is a sought-after speaker, delivering engaging and results-driven sessions on:
✅ Transitioning into Project Management (Even with No Experience)
✅ Mastering the Job Search & Landing a Project Manager Role
✅ Succeeding in Project Management as an Introvert
✅ Preparing for the PMP® Certification
✅ Building a Personal Brand for Career Growth

Her impactful approach has reached professionals worldwide through coaching programs, speaking engagements, and online content.

When she’s not coaching or speaking, Anna shares valuable insights on LinkedIn, leads the Women in Project Management Network, and provides PMP® exam prep courses and mentorship programs.

💡 Want to book Anna for your next event?
Connect with her on LinkedIn or contact her at info@womeninpmnetwork.com

Anna Anderson is a Project Management Coach, Speaker, LinkedIn Learning Instructor, and Founder of The PM Blueprint, dedicated to helping professionals transition into project management and build six-figure careers. With years of experience leading ... Show more

Estudió la licenciatura en matemáticas en la Universidad de Guadalajara, después ingresó a la maestría en ciencias de la computación en el Centro de Investigación y de Estudios Avanzados del IPN (CINVESTAV) unidad Guadalajara, en donde también realizó su doctorado en ciencias con especialidad en robótica y visión computacional.

Actualmente esta trabajando en la empresa Intel en la habilitación de características de procesadores Intel en diferentes distribuciones de Linux. También es docente del Instituto Tecnológico de Jalisco unidad académica de Zapopan.

Por su afición a Linux sus compañeros lo conocen como miguelinux.

Estudió la licenciatura en matemáticas en la Universidad de Guadalajara, después ingresó a la maestría en ciencias de la computación en el Centro de Investigación y de Estudios Avanzados del IPN (CINVESTAV) unidad Guadalajara, en donde también realiz... Show more

Eveline is a seasoned product leader and growth expert with over a decade of experience in Berlin's startup ecosystem. While she helped build companies like Blinkist, Foodora, and Foodpanda, she now focuses her expertise as Head of Product at STAYERY, redefining Product Management in the hospitality industry. She's also a founding member of Mozza Angels, Europe's first product-led angel investment syndicate, and was honoured with the TOP30 Women in Product Award in 2023.

Eveline is a seasoned product leader and growth expert with over a decade of experience in Berlin's startup ecosystem. While she helped build companies like Blinkist, Foodora, and Foodpanda, she now focuses her expertise as Head of Product at STAYERY... Show more

Meet a seasoned professional known in the digital realm as tekNorah. With over 15+ years of experience in software development and continuous process improvement, they are a strategic technical leader in the digital agency space. Hailing from Mokena, IL, tekNorah brings a wealth of expertise primarily serving the education, government, and legal industries.

As a seasoned remote worker and mentor, tekNorah is deeply ingrained in the tech community, contributing to platforms like Codementor/Arc, the Drupal Slack workspace, and serving on the leadership team for MidCamp. Their knack for organic collaboration and ideation has led to significant organizational performance improvements, making them a sought-after figure in the industry.

With a passion for innovation and a commitment to best practices, tekNorah's approach to systems design and change management is both meticulous and forward-thinking. Whether it's crafting tailor-designed solutions from concept to launch or coordinating intern programs for Drupal 4 Gov, their dedication to excellence shines through in every endeavor.

Connect with tekNorah to tap into their expertise and collaborate on your next project. From network and server administration to driving innovation and efficiency gains, tekNorah is your go-to partner for transformative solutions in the digital landscape.

Meet a seasoned professional known in the digital realm as tekNorah. With over 15+ years of experience in software development and continuous process improvement, they are a strategic technical leader in the digital agency space. Hailing from Mokena,... Show more

Joe Peluso is a Georgia-born engineer, adventurer, and lifelong learner blending Industrial Engineering, Computer Science, and city planning to drive community improvement and build a brighter future for all.

Joe Peluso is a Georgia-born engineer, adventurer, and lifelong learner blending Industrial Engineering, Computer Science, and city planning to drive community improvement and build a brighter future for all. Show more

Evelyn Rivas is a dedicated leader with a passion for fostering community engagement, education, and sustainability. With extensive experience in facilitation and strategic planning, Evelyn plays a pivotal role in higher education by driving key initiatives forward and overseeing process improvements. In her role, she focuses on enhancing service to students and the community, building a strong organizational culture, and streamlining processes to improve institutional effectiveness.

Evelyn Rivas is a dedicated leader with a passion for fostering community engagement, education, and sustainability. With extensive experience in facilitation and strategic planning, Evelyn plays a pivotal role in higher education by driving key init... Show more

Sandi Johnson is a Licensed Professional Counselor Associate, transformational speaker, educator, and author dedicated to helping women heal, grow, and live life on purpose. With over a decade of experience as a professional school counselor and community therapist, Sandi blends clinical insight, faith, and real-world wisdom to empower others to rewrite their narratives and reclaim their peace.

Her passion for helping others is deeply rooted in her own journey of resilience. After facing seasons of personal loss, emotional struggle, and identity shifts, Sandi chose healing over hiding. She now uses her story as a testament that wholeness is possible—and that it’s never too late to begin again.

As a speaker, Sandi is known for her warmth, authenticity, and ability to create safe spaces for real conversations. She speaks on topics such as compassion fatigue, burnout, emotional resilience, solution-focused counseling, and the power of building authentic friendships in a disconnected world. Whether in a conference setting or an intimate retreat, she invites her audience into deeper connection—with themselves and with others.

Through her retreats, books, and speaking engagements, Sandi continues to inspire others to move from surviving to thriving with intention and purpose.

Sandi Johnson is a Licensed Professional Counselor Associate, transformational speaker, educator, and author dedicated to helping women heal, grow, and live life on purpose. With over a decade of experience as a professional school counselor and comm... Show more

Michael Biocchi has completed his PhD and has received his Masters of Science as well as his Bachelor of Computer Science. He is also a Certified Information Systems Security Professional (CISSP). Michael has taught in the education sector for 15+ years, teaching a variety of computer science (Cybersecurity, Software Engineering, etc.) courses at a number of different institutions across Canada. He has an award-winning Udemy course with over 70,000 students teaching about Security Awareness Training.

Michael Biocchi has completed his PhD and has received his Masters of Science as well as his Bachelor of Computer Science. He is also a Certified Information Systems Security Professional (CISSP). Michael has taught in the education sector for 15+ ye... Show more

Professor and Technician in Applied Informatics, graduated from the National Higher Institute of Technical Teachers of UTN. With more than 25 years of teaching experience, he currently teaches at a higher level and specializes in programming languages, Systems Analysis and Design, Databases, AI, Operating Systems, Networks and Free Software. Member of Ubuntu-ar, CaFeLUG, ClementinaOrg and SysArmy, promoter of the use of Free Software in education, organizes and participates in events to disseminate the use of free software and free access to information and knowledge, for which he also develops and share content on your website and social networks. Consultant in migration to Free Software platforms for companies and public or private institutions.

Professor and Technician in Applied Informatics, graduated from the National Higher Institute of Technical Teachers of UTN. With more than 25 years of teaching experience, he currently teaches at a higher level and specializes in programming language... Show more

Lalit is an Microsoft Azure MVP,MCT & Author of the “Azure Interview Q & A ” book. He likes to share his knowledge through his blog (https://azure4you.com/ ) & manage and share his technical skills in AzureTalk Community, (https://t.me/azuretalk), BITPro & Azure User Meetup group . He has written a number of articles on Microsoft Azure.

He has changed many lives from his articles and his hands-on training programs and workshops. He is Speaker and delivered the session on big platform including MS Global bootcamp, Expert Live India & other events.

Moreover, and to his credit, he has delivered 500+ training sessions to professionals worldwide in Microsoft Azure technologies and other technologies including SCOM, Windows Server. In addition, he provides Instructor-led online training, hands-on workshop.

His technical prowess and capability of exploring new frontiers of technology & imparting them to his aspiring team members are his trademark. His execution is priceless & bringing forth his personal approach will help you realize your dreams, goals, and aspirations into reality.

**MCT & Azure certification**

Certification Link: https://www.youracclaim.com/users/lalit-rawat/badges

Microsoft Certified Trainer Link: https://www.youracclaim.com/badges/d6a15997-b82d-4a91-86f1-8b653b0a4125

MVP Link: https://mvp.microsoft.com/en-us/PublicProfile/5003540?fullName=Lalit%20Rawat

**Achievements**

1. He is awarded Azure MVP Azure Master of the months -2017
2. India mentor Award
3. Authored a book on Microsoft Azure - “Azure Administrator Interview Q & A“
4. Delivered multiple sessions on cutting edge technologies in India and abroad.
5. Wrote 60+ articles on the cutting edge technologies.

Lalit is an Microsoft Azure MVP,MCT & Author of the “Azure Interview Q & A ” book. He likes to share his knowledge through his blog (https://azure4you.com/ ) & manage and share his technical skills in AzureTalk Community, (https://t.me/azuretalk),... Show more

Denette Dunn is a dedicated sustainability expert and public speaker with a wealth of experience in both public service and the private sector. She previously served as a vice mayor and currently represents the Pine District as a council member.

As a council member, Denette established the Pine Citizens Advisory Committee to address the specific concerns of her district. Since its inception, the committee has grown to include more than 100 members, demonstrating her ability to foster collaboration and strengthen community involvement in local governance.

Dunn’s professional experience spans both the private and public sectors. She worked as the Municipal Services Manager at Republic Services, overseeing municipal contracts valued at over $85 million across the southwest region. In addition to this role, she was a registered lobbyist, advocating for legislation promoting effective and sustainable partnerships between private companies and municipalities.

Her leadership extends to numerous boards and commissions, including the WESTMARC Board and the Peoria Planning and Zoning Commission. Denette also served as president and legislative liaison for the Arizona Recycling Coalition, where she contributed to advancing sustainable practices and policies throughout the state.

Before her work in public service, Denette held various marketing, sales, and management roles. From 2007 to 2011, she worked as the Director of Marketing and Community Relations at Hudson Baylor Corporation, overseeing material recovery operations and managing public relations efforts. She also worked closely with municipal and state officials to secure grants and sponsorships for various initiatives.

After her time at Hudson Baylor, Denette continued her career at Republic Services, managing contracts and contributing to legislative advocacy. Later, at Dickson Sweeping, she helped expand the company’s operations in Arizona and Nevada, working on projects such as compressed natural gas fuel stations.

Since 2019, Denette Dunn has served as a Peoria Council member, working to support the city’s growth and sustainability. She also supports charitable organizations, including Hart Pantry, West Valley Connect, and You Matter Too, an anti-bullying nonprofit.

Denette Dunn is a dedicated sustainability expert and public speaker with a wealth of experience in both public service and the private sector. She previously served as a vice mayor and currently represents the Pine District as a council member. A... Show more

The past 5 years of my career in the Information Technology Industry, following my background as a graduate of Computer Science and experience working as a Technical writer in some amazing Companies. Sync with teams to gather information needed to create documents that guide users on how to use the products, technical blogs, open source documentation, developer documentation, and portal.

The past 5 years of my career in the Information Technology Industry, following my background as a graduate of Computer Science and experience working as a Technical writer in some amazing Companies. Sync with teams to gather information needed to cr... Show more

Katrina R. Johnson, EMBA
Founder & Chief Executive Officer
Horizon Outreach

Ms. Johnson is Founder & Chief Executive Officer of Horizon Outreach, a non-profit 501 (c) 3 organization that she founded in February 2010. Horizon Outreach’s mission is “Giving Everyone A New Start”. Various programs are offered that provide employment, workforce development, re-entry services, housing assistance as well as fatherhood and parenting education.
Ms. Johnson is a veteran of the United States Air Force and a 2008 Executive MBA graduate of Auburn University who is passionate about serving the community! She has over 15 years’ experience overseeing a high-quality Healthy Marriage and Responsible Fatherhood Program and 17 years of corporate finance experience managing over $320 million dollars in oil and gas projects. She is a sought after keynote speaker for college commencement ceremonies in her local area; always delivering inspirational messages to students.
Under Ms. Johnson’s leadership, Horizon Outreach has secured over $14 Million Dollars in federal and private funding to improve the lives of families through responsible fatherhood programming and services to reduce homelessness among military and non-military families. In total 11,500 families and individuals have been serviced; this number includes 8,000 fathers and 3,500 military veterans.
The Horizon Eagle Fatherhood Program provides fathers in the Houston and Greenspoint area with A NEW START by providing fatherhood education, workforce development training and industry-recognized credentials in Forklift, Flagger, Commercial Truck Driving and the Transportation Worker’s Identification Card (TWIC) thus enabling fathers to sustain their families.
Additionally, Horizon Outreach has been recognized for its tremendous impact on the Houston Community in: reducing recidivism for re-entry fathers and homelessness among veteran families and increasing access to permanent and affordable housing to vulnerable populations. Accolades received include: Congressional Certificate of Recognition, City of Houston designations for Horizon Eagle Day & Horizon Outreach Day and Mayoral Recognition for reducing homelessness among the veteran community.
On a national level, The Horizon Eagle Fatherhood Program won the “Earkle Award” for Elevated Session Attendance from the Office of Family Assistance for the Horizon Eagle Program.
As a community leader, she faithfully served as A Team Captain for the Annual Homeless Count conducted by the Houston Homeless Coalition where she supervised over 500 volunteers who canvased the streets of Houston to identify and increase access to housing for homeless veterans, families and children.
Ms. Johnson enjoys serving others, traveling and spending time with her family.

Katrina R. Johnson, EMBA Founder & Chief Executive Officer Horizon Outreach Ms. Johnson is Founder & Chief Executive Officer of Horizon Outreach, a non-profit 501 (c) 3 organization that she founded in February 2010. Horizon Outreach’s mission ... Show more

Analista de Sistemas, formado Administrador de Empresas com ênfase em AS. Especialista em Qualidade de Software, com 40 anos de carreira na área de TIC atuando em diversos papéis.

Especialista em Tecnologias na Aprendizagem, praticante e estudioso da heutagogia (auto-aprendizagem), do e-learning e do desenvolvimento pessoal e profissional, com foco em soft skills necessárias à cultura ágil desde 2015. Concluindo especialização em Projetos Sociais e Políticas Públicas.

No Serpro desde 2006. Trabalhou com Garantia da Qualidade, melhoria contínua de processos, sendo professor convidado da pós-graduação em Qualidade de Software da Unisinos de 2011 a 2015.

Atua desde 2019 com cultura organizacional, inicialmente no time Cultura Dides, cuja missão é apoiar a propagação e engajamento na cultura ágil no âmbito da Diretoria de Desenvolvimento de Soluções (DIDES) do Serviço Federal de Processamento de Dados (Serpro), a partir de maio de 2024 integrando o Departamento de Cultura Organizacional. da Superintendência de Educação, Pessoas e Talentos, na Diretoria de Pessoas, com o desafio de modelar a segmentação dos processos de Cultura Organizacional tanto em termos regionais como nas diversas diretorias.

Autor, ator, cantor (em vias de se tornar produtor musical), e facilitador de debates e painéis. Pai de quatro filhos. Metódico e bem-humorado. Às vezes não. Cri-cri-cri, sempre: crítico, criterioso e criativo. Não cabe em caixa, recomenda-se nem tentar.

Analista de Sistemas, formado Administrador de Empresas com ênfase em AS. Especialista em Qualidade de Software, com 40 anos de carreira na área de TIC atuando em diversos papéis. Especialista em Tecnologias na Aprendizagem, praticante e estudios... Show more

CEO | Palestrante | Head de Agilidade & Inovação | Professor | Conselheiro.

CEO | Palestrante | Head de Agilidade & Inovação | Professor | Conselheiro. Show more

Tina Carkhuff is an Industry Expert Advisor with Splunk and brings over 25 years of experience in Information Technology, working in healthcare, higher education, and government. Before joining Splunk, she worked as a Vice President leading Gartner’s Executive Programs for Education and Healthcare.

Tina is a doctoral candidate, graduating in May 2025, studying for her Ph.D. in Organization and Management at Liberty University in Virginia. Her studies focus on using data analytics to inform decisions within an organization. Tina’s dissertation topic is “The Role of Data Analytics in Detecting Unemployment Insurance Fraud: A Case Study of State Governments in the United States.”

Tina is passionate about helping IT executives transform their organizations through the effective use of data. She has led and consulted on digital transformations for many organizations. She has served as the CIO for the City of Houston, served in the US Army, and is a retired law enforcement officer.

Tina lives in Houston with her husband of 25 years and two boys, ages 19 and 22, and has two dogs. Her older son is an entrepreneur and her younger son is a non-verbal autistic boy. Tina and her family donate time to their school district to help special education teachers learn how to use augmentative and alternative communications technology with families to help find after-school care for families with special needs kids.

Tina Carkhuff is an Industry Expert Advisor with Splunk and brings over 25 years of experience in Information Technology, working in healthcare, higher education, and government. Before joining Splunk, she worked as a Vice President leading Gartner’s... Show more

Stella Ihenacho is a dynamic speaker and multifaceted professional who shares her expertise on global platforms, including TEDx, covering topics such as Agile, Project Management, Leadership, DEI Advocacy, and Career Development. Her goal in every engagement is to create transformation and lasting change in her diverse audiences.

Stella is the Co-Founder and Agile Faculty Lead at NSTAR Technologies, an ed-tech work force development institution in Atlanta, GA, where she has transforms the learning landscape for students/professionals through innovative training programs. Her work has enabled countless professionals to advance their careers, contributing to their communities and the local economy.

With over a decade of experience in Agile coaching, Stella leads enterprise agile transformations in the Data and AI organization at Red Hat, the world’s leading provider of open-source solutions. She spearheads initiatives that foster agility, innovation, and collaboration unlocking new possibilities for data-driven customer experiences. Her efforts enhance Red Hat’s products and services, contributing to the company’s ongoing business transformation

Beyond her professional roles, Stella is deeply committed to social and community impact. Passionate about immigrant advocacy, she plays a key role in the African Immigrant Collective, a non-profit organization dedicated to creating the ecosystem and infrastructures for African immigrants to thrive in the diaspora. Additionally, she is involved in diverse-empowered networks such as Women Doing It Afraid, Women of Project Management and Women in Software Engineering. These initiatives align with her mission to create inclusive spaces and advocating for underrepresented groups and championing change.

As a distinct voice in the workplace, she is dedicated to championing the causes where women, immigrants, and business leaders can achieve their fullest potential. Her vision is to uplift diverse voices in the tech industry and beyond and empower individuals to take ownership of their careers and lives.

Stella Ihenacho is a dynamic speaker and multifaceted professional who shares her expertise on global platforms, including TEDx, covering topics such as Agile, Project Management, Leadership, DEI Advocacy, and Career Development. Her goal in every en... Show more

Curtis Cox is a seasoned Career Brand Strategist and the founder of Curtis Careers, a leading career consulting platform dedicated to helping professionals and businesses elevate their brands, scale their careers, and unlock new opportunities. With deep expertise in career branding, professional development, and career scaling, Curtis has guided countless individuals in navigating career transitions, building powerful personal brands, and positioning themselves as leaders in their industries.

Through Curtis Careers, Curtis provides strategic career coaching, workforce development solutions, and executive branding services tailored for millennial professionals, corporate teams, and entrepreneurs. His mission is to equip individuals with the tools to thrive in competitive job markets and achieve long-term career success.

As a sought-after speaker and thought leader, Curtis shares valuable insights on career growth, professional branding, and networking. Whether hosting workshops, leading career-focused discussions, or delivering impactful keynote talks, he is dedicated to empowering professionals to turn ambition into achievement.

Curtis Cox is a seasoned Career Brand Strategist and the founder of Curtis Careers, a leading career consulting platform dedicated to helping professionals and businesses elevate their brands, scale their careers, and unlock new opportunities. With d... Show more

Benoît is a highly responsible and accomplished IT Project Lead Manager, with extensive experience as an Application Manager. For over a decade, he has played a pivotal role in the development and optimization of IT information systems at the CPAS of the City of Brussels (Public Social Welfare Institution).

Benoît has successfully spearheaded critical strategic projects, such as Decision making processes information system, Widespread implementation of business process description, Implementation of demand management systems, migration to new technologies of outdated systems.

Key Skills:
- Agile project management
- Processes improvements analysis & automation
- Functional and Technical analysis
- Trainer & Coach
- System administration

With a solid background in IT and Public Management processes, Benoît diligently ensures continuous technological watch to foresee and meet emerging needs, demonstrating his proactive approach and unwavering dedication to excellence.

Benoît is a highly responsible and accomplished IT Project Lead Manager, with extensive experience as an Application Manager. For over a decade, he has played a pivotal role in the development and optimization of IT information systems at the CPAS of... Show more

Paula Corrigan-Halpern has more than 25 years of experience of leading statewide advocacy efforts and building public support for innovative practices and policies that improve the health, education, and well-being of children and families.

Paula has led Brightpoint’s Ahlquist Center for Policy, Practice & Innovation since 2013. The Ahlquist Center advances program innovations and public policies that are antiracist, equitable and directed at creating social capital, economic mobility and systems designed to insure thriving children, families and communities. The Ahlquist Center team has passed legislation providing child care to families of young children exposed to neglect or abuse and establishing the Governor’s Youth Budget Commission. The Youth Budget Commission analyzes public spending for older youth and young adults and recommends policies and funding strategies to enable young people to enter adulthood with the skills, education and agency to build exceptional lives. Programs incubated by the Ahlquist Center include the Illinois Pregnant and Parenting Youth in Care (IPPYC) Home Visiting pilot and the Power of Fathers program.

Prior to joining Brightpoint, Paula was the policy advocacy director at Voices for Illinois Children where she worked closely with staff, partner organizations, and community leaders to create effective policy solutions and champion Voices’ advocacy agenda in Springfield. She has also worked on family economic security issues, afterschool initiatives, and K-12 education, directing communications for the Education, Human Development, and Workforce Division at American Institutes for Research. Paula directed the state policy agenda for Metropolitan Family Services and worked as a journalist early in her career.

Paula has a bachelor’s degree in journalism from Northwestern University and a master’s degree from the School of Social Service Administration at the University of Chicago.

Paula Corrigan-Halpern has more than 25 years of experience of leading statewide advocacy efforts and building public support for innovative practices and policies that improve the health, education, and well-being of children and families. Paula ... Show more

Cassandra Chin is a keynote speaker, book author, podcast host, children's workshop instructor, and a computer science student. She has been teaching technology kids workshops at international conferences since she was 13 years old and is passionate about helping allow women, minorities, and underprivileged students to learn about technology. Her books have been featured at international events like Kubecon + CloudNativeCon and in popular technology shows like theCUBE and Techstrong TV.

Cassandra Chin is a keynote speaker, book author, podcast host, children's workshop instructor, and a computer science student. She has been teaching technology kids workshops at international conferences since she was 13 years old and is passionate ... Show more