Tom Graham is an IT professional with over 30 years of experience, offering a broad blend of technical expertise and versatility. His career spans roles such as Developer, Architect, Scrum Master, Business Systems Analyst, Accounting Controller, and Human Resources Manager, reflecting adaptability across industries including healthcare, food, automotive, and oil.

An entrepreneurial spirit, Tom builds and manages multiple ventures alongside consulting. His portfolio includes software platforms for nonprofits, education, and event management, along with hands-on projects in IoT, AI, and disaster readiness.

Outside of technology, Tom is a storm chaser and community volunteer. He contributes to disaster relief efforts, teaches STEM outreach, and speaks at conferences, colleges, schools, and museums. His passions extend to vintage technology, restoring antique cars and radios, and advancing communication tools through amateur radio.

Tom is an active member of the Amateur Radio Relay League, Spotter Network, and Amateur Radio Emergency Services. Through speaking and consulting, he shares hard-earned lessons in resilience, innovation, and building solutions that matter.

Tom Graham is an IT professional with over 30 years of experience, offering a broad blend of technical expertise and versatility. His career spans roles such as Developer, Architect, Scrum Master, Business Systems Analyst, Accounting Controller, and ... Show more

Dr. James C. Rodríguez, MSW, CADC
President & Chief Executive Officer, Fathers & Families Coalition of America
Author | Founder, Borinqueño Within Press | Certified Executive Coach | Clinical Social Worker | Veteran | Researcher | Policy Architect | Curriculum Developer | International Trainer

"I am a Boricua. A dad. A soldier. A professional social worker. An advocate. A teacher. A professor. A counselor. And a friend. And with every role, I lead with love and serve with purpose."

Biography
Dr. James C. Rodríguez, MSW, CADC, is a globally celebrated architect of fatherhood engagement, social policy reform, and transformative leadership development. For over four decades, he has shaped public health, child welfare, mental health, and professional education—building bridges across disciplines, communities, and continents. His career is defined by multidimensional leadership and a relentless pursuit of equity, healing, and opportunity for all. A proud father, soldier, social worker, and visionary educator, he has devoted his life to helping people rediscover hope, dignity, and purpose. His reach spans early childhood education, public health, leadership development, and fatherhood advocacy—fields that, in his hands, become pathways toward healing and intergenerational equity.

"Insights give way to dreams—developing vision—creating purpose that ends in your why."

Foundations: Service, Resilience, and Cultural Identity
Born into a low-income household and shaped by the adversity of the child welfare system, James began his journey at age 17 as a U.S. Army Combat Medic. By 22, he became one of the youngest Substance Abuse Counselors in the Department of Defense, retiring with honors and meritorious distinction in the reserves. Over more than two decades of military service, he developed expertise in trauma response, behavioral health, and law enforcement. This experience forged his devotion to discipline, compassion, and advocacy for the vulnerable.

James's service has been recognized at the highest levels: he is the recipient of the Presidential Lifetime Call to Service Award (President Barack Obama), Points of Light Award (President George H. W. Bush), Meritorious Service Medal (U.S. Department of Defense), and Congressional Certificates from Maxine Waters, Sheila Jackson-Lee, Barbara Lee, and Diane E. Watson. He is deeply honored by the Ceremonial Elder Proclamation from the Qutekcak Native Tribe of Alaska, the National Social Worker Leadership Resolution (FFCA), and hundreds of additional accolades from national, state, tribal, and community organizations.

Architect of Systems Change: Building Movements, Securing Hope
As founder and CEO of the Fathers & Families Coalition of America (FFCA), Dr. Rodríguez transformed a grassroots Arizona network into an international force with offices in California and Puerto Rico, and active partnerships across North America, the Caribbean, Africa, Europe, and Australia. He was instrumental in creating one of the nation's first TANF-funded fatherhood programs, a model that generated over $75 million in resources and has been replicated nationwide. Under his leadership, FFCA's International Families & Fathers Conference—now in its 27th year—has become a global destination for educators, policymakers, and innovators, advancing justice and family well-being.

A founding steering committee member of the Fatherhood Research & Practice Network (FRPN) at Temple University, James has shaped federal research and policy, serving as principal investigator and senior research consultant on projects for the Office of Refugee Resettlement, CDC, NIMH, and the Oregon Center for Applied Science. His work has driven advances in public health, trauma-informed care, and family resilience.

Signature Curriculum Development and Thought Leadership
James is a master architect of transformational curricula and professional development, including the Advanced Practitioner Credential™ Course (NASW Arizona-approved), OAR Leadership Institute™ (Ownership • Accountability • Responsibility), FFCA DiSC Model™, Ikigai & The Power of Kintsugi™, and SAMHSA-approved Fatherhood and Mental Health Curriculum. He also developed the Strengthening Families Through Nurturing Leadership model. His trainings are lauded for blending cognitive science, neuroplasticity, emotional intelligence, trauma-informed care, and actionable leadership strategies, and have reached over 30,000 professionals—social workers, educators, clinicians, nonprofit leaders, and public officials—across the U.S. and four continents. Over 85% of program graduates report improved outcomes, including higher client engagement and service completion.

Certified as an Executive Coach, Master Trainer for The John R. Wooden Course™, Certified DiSC® Trainer, Life Coach, Ikigai Coach, and Schema Therapy Practitioner, Dr. Rodríguez's leadership development institutes have set new standards for excellence in behavioral health and family services.

Academic Impact, Mentorship, and Global Teaching
Dr. Rodríguez's educational reach is extraordinary. He has served as faculty, lecturer, or keynote at:

University of Southern California
Arizona State University
Morehouse College
Howard University
Columbia University
Yale University
University of Houston
Clark Atlanta University
Mesa Community College
Central Arizona College
Cornell University
Universidad Interamericana de Puerto Rico
University of the West Indies (Jamaica)
University of Guelph (Canada)
Malcolm X College
Sobo Tribal Nation
Navajo Nation
Qutekcak Native Tribe (Alaska)
Numerous First Nations and international partners
He developed and directed over 30 undergraduate and graduate courses, established statewide programs, and has keynoted and taught from Ivy League classrooms to tribal communities. He serves on the editorial board of PHYLON: The Clark Atlanta University Review of Race and Culture, which he joined upon the appointment of Dr. Obie Clayton, Jr., and supports scholarship on race, family, and social change.

Policy Leadership, Board Service, and Community Engagement
Dr. Rodríguez's policy influence extends to every level of government. He has developed legislation for Connecticut's Fatherhood Initiative, served on Arizona and California TANF/family-strengthening task forces, and advised the New York City Mayor's Fatherhood Advisory Council, DYCD, and ACS. He has shaped policy in partnership with SAMHSA, Region II Head Start, the State of Maryland, and the National Federation of Families for Children's Mental Health. He has provided expert testimony before the U.S. House Ways & Means Committee. He collaborates with Congressman Danny K. Davis and hosts national Fireside Policy Roundtables on equity, child support, and education reform.

His board service is cross-sectoral and visionary, including:

100 Black Men – Arizona Chapter
AGAPE Adoption Agency
Maricopa County Human Services
Fatherhood Corrections Network
Black Family Preservation Institute
And numerous national, state, and tribal boards
Public Health, Equity, and Systems Innovation
James has led multiple national initiatives addressing mental health equity, early childhood wellness, and culturally responsive care—serving Latino, African American, Somali, First Nations, and other underserved communities. His work with the Somali Association of Arizona, the Hispanic/Latino and African American Parent Depression Research Project, and tribal partners has been recognized for its transformative impact on systems and inclusion.

Author, Storyteller, and Purpose-Driven Advocate
As founder of Borinqueño Within Press and author of the forthcoming The Purpose Within—Rise Out of the Ashes Like the Phoenix, Dr. Rodríguez's story is a testament to resilience, hope, and the enduring power of purpose. He weaves together memoir, leadership philosophy, and spiritual reflection, inspiring audiences to discover their own capacity to lead and transform.

Personal Values, Humanity, and Enduring Legacy
Above all, Dr. Rodríguez is a father, grandfather, and mentor. He draws daily inspiration from his children—Antonio (Cassandra), Amber Rodríguez-Young, LMSW (Daric), and Jazmín Rodríguez—and his grandchildren, Ariston and Adalena. His life and work are an expression of core values: love, empathy, humility, and a drive to uplift others. Whether leading a boardroom, inspiring a conference, or building coalitions for social change, James delivers wisdom, practical strategies, and hope—leaving every audience moved to action.

"Leadership is not about titles. It is about being water—shaping, flowing, and giving life wherever you go." — Bruce Lee.

If your organization seeks a keynote speaker, leadership institute facilitator, or strategic advisor who brings unparalleled experience, intellectual rigor, cultural fluency, and a proven record of impact, Dr. James C. Rodríguez is the transformative presence your audience deserves.

Contact:
james.rodriguez@fathersandfamiliescoalition.org
www.fathersandfamiliescoalition.org

"Never The End, Never Goodbye, Just I love You." – Your Friend, James

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With 25+ years in education technology and nonprofit operations, Michael has led digital transformation for universities, nonprofits, think tanks, and foundations.

He oversees Tectonic's Orchestrate platform, which has processed more than 5 million applications and awarded more than $100 million in scholarships and grants.

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His Wall Street–backed research, The Perfect Plan, uncovered the behavioral patterns that drive elite leadership performance. His latest doctoral study, Here Come the Girls, reveals the next global paradigm shift in leadership—forecasting that between 2028 and 2032, women’s rise to power will redefine how organizations grow, innovate, and lead. Dr. Barden’s message equips leaders to adapt, embrace inclusive collaboration, and prepare for the future of business through measurable 3× impact in growth, profit, and retention.

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Dennis Oxaas er en sikkerhets- og teknologileder med bred erfaring fra forsvars- og justissektoren. Han har en MBA i teknologiledelse, der masteroppgaven omhandler risiko, styring og bruk av eksterne konsulenter i sikkerhetsgraderte anskaffelser.

Arbeidet hans kombinerer praktisk erfaring fra komplekse prosjekter med empirisk forskning på hvordan menneskelige, organisatoriske og styringsmessige faktorer påvirker sikkerheten i komplekse og regulerte virksomheter.

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Diplom-Soziologin und Betriebsinformatikerin
2002 - 2014: Consultant für die Bereitstellung von Websites und die Einführung von Intranets und IT-Trainerin
Seit April 2014 bei WBS GRUPPE als Digital Experience Managerin
- Projektteam Einführung eines Social Intranets
- Interne Kommunikation
- Projektleitung Einführung Microsoft 365 im Unternehmen
- Microsoft 365 Cloud Navigator
- SO SharePoint, Teams, Viva Engage u.a. M365-Tools

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Martino Bettucci est fondateur de P2Enjoy Studio, organisme spécialisé dans l’IA, le NLP et la blockchain. Conférencier, formateur et co-créateur du salon IA-WEB3 Event, il accompagne professionnels, écoles et organisations dans la compréhension des technologies émergentes et de leurs usages concrets. Il intervient régulièrement sur les enjeux d’intelligence artificielle, d’automatisation, de Web3 et de transformation des pratiques métiers.

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With a rich background of over 6+ years in the industry, I personally take charge of steering global Cloud. Currently, I'm hands-on, managing end-to-end responsibilities while prioritizing best practices.

But it's more than just Cloud, Devops, build and Operations for me. I'm here to share my expertise on a personal level. I want to coach individuals guiding them toward becoming not just job-ready, but corporate-ready with all my experiences and learnings. Let's embark on this journey together with a sprinkle of my expertise☺️.

Conducted Online and offline sessions for IT enthusiasts and Working Professionals.
✅AWS Community Builder

I was speaker in below events:
🏆AWS Community Event
🏆 Women In Tech India
🏆 All Day DevOps
🏆Lunch & Learn
🏆Engineer HUB

🏆 LinkedIn Top Voice for Cloud Computing
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Thuy is an entrepreneur and business executive with international experience across Vietnam, India, Cambodia, Ghana, Nigeria, and the United States. Her work spans fintech, blockchain, banking, digital transformation and innovation that connect technology with real-work impacts. Throughout her career, she worked with startups, financial institutions and government agencies to develop innovation ecosystems, and support inclusive economic growth. She co-founded FADO Go, a blockchain ecommerce company that provides loyalty solutions to businesses. Currently, she leads the development of a large-scale cultural infrastructure project that combines culture, education, technology and community engagement through collaboration between government and private-sector partners in Vietnam. The initative explores how emerging technologies can strengthen public trust, cultural participation, and long-term sustainability.
As a speaker, Thuy has spoken at blockchain and innovation conferences in Vietnam and internationally, advocating for decentralization and real-world applications that improve everyday life.

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Blair Lee is International Education Partnerships Manager at Team Monolith, a Korea-based EdTech company developing Codle, an AI-powered classroom learning platform. Her role focuses on helping international schools explore how AI can be introduced into teaching and learning in a practical and curriculum-aligned way.

Before working on global education projects, Blair built her foundation in education through Korean language teaching and classroom support. Her experience in developing learning materials and giving student feedback shaped her understanding of what teachers need to make learning work in real classrooms.

At Team Monolith, she supports international school partnerships and AI education implementation across global education markets, including the Middle East. She also works on teacher training initiatives that help schools move beyond standalone AI tools and build structured learning workflows.

At GESS Dubai 2026, she will share a strategic framework for helping international schools turn AI investment into measurable learning impact through curriculum integration, teacher-led implementation, and verifiable learning evidence.

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Don Torrez has conducted 750+ consultations with 450+ local government organizations and commercial businesses in 43 United States, Canada, and Australia. He has worked on solving accessibility issues with: The Department of Justice, The Office of Civil Rights, The Department of Homeland Security, The Federal ADA Organization, and The Small Business Administration. He has been a featured speaker at more than 33 conferences and directed or participated in 30 webinars and podcasts on web and software accessibility. He serves as an expert witness for law firms regarding web accessibility. He is a Certified Accessibility Coordinator at the University of Missouri and the Great Plains ADA Center.

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Dr. Chamblee holds a Ph.D. in Information Technology with a focus on cybersecurity, an MBA in Information Assurance with military honors, and a B.S. from The University of Texas at Dallas. He also holds CISA, CDPSE, CTPRP, and CRVPM certifications, along with multiple machine learning and generative AI credentials. His doctoral research examined the influence of organizational culture on security behavior through the Technology Acceptance Model (TAM).

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Dr. Annis Stubbs is a C-suite executive, executive coach, and the founder of The Papyrus Group. Over two decades she has led brand, people, and community work inside mission-driven organizations, including as a Chief People Officer. She has spoken at... Show more

Miłosz is a mobile security specialist at Reversec, having previously spent entirely too much time working in academia. Outside of technical work, his primary interests are in education and the culture of education.

Miłosz is a mobile security specialist at Reversec, having previously spent entirely too much time working in academia. Outside of technical work, his primary interests are in education and the culture of education. Show more

Sarah Wolters is an educator, entrepreneur, consultant, and youth development advocate dedicated to helping people and organizations build stronger teams, make informed decisions, and create meaningful opportunities for growth. Her work spans organizational consulting, leadership development, project management, background screening, and youth development, grounded in more than a decade of experience in education and community leadership.

Sarah is the CEO of Swift Screening Solutions, a family-owned business providing background checks and pre-employment screening solutions to help organizations make confident, informed hiring decisions. Through Swift Screening Solutions, she brings her experience in education, nonprofit leadership, and organizational management into the employment screening space, helping businesses build thoughtful and effective hiring processes.

She is also the founder of Sarah Wolters Co, where she partners with organizations to strengthen leadership, improve collaboration, and navigate complex challenges. As a Qualified Administrator for the Intercultural Development Inventory (IDI) since 2020, Sarah brings expertise in intercultural competence and inclusive leadership to her consulting and training work. Her approach combines practical strategies with innovative problem-solving, helping leaders and teams work smarter, adapt to change, and turn ideas into meaningful action.

Sarah’s commitment to youth development began long before her professional career. As a founding board member of Cabins4Kids, she has spent more than a decade creating opportunities for youth who have historically had fewer opportunities to access camp and leadership development experiences. Her work with young people has shaped her belief that leadership development begins early and that meaningful growth happens when people are given the tools, relationships, and opportunities to see themselves as capable leaders.

Sarah’s professional foundation was built in education. She spent six years as a classroom teacher and later worked as a Youth Development Specialist, bringing a total of more than 11 years of experience in education and youth development. She holds a Bachelor’s degree in Elementary Education with a focus on Special Education from Butler University and a Master’s degree in Early Childhood Education with Montessori certification from the University of Missouri-St. Louis.

Across her businesses, consulting work, and nonprofit leadership, Sarah is driven by a common mission: to help people and organizations grow with purpose, work more effectively, and create lasting impact.

Outside of work, Sarah enjoys spending time with her family, discovering local businesses, cheering for her favorite sports teams, and enjoying live music with friends.

Sarah Wolters is an educator, entrepreneur, consultant, and youth development advocate dedicated to helping people and organizations build stronger teams, make informed decisions, and create meaningful opportunities for growth. Her work spans organiz... Show more

Sam Holcman is the Managing Director of the Enterprise Architecture Center of Excellence (EACOE) and President of the Zachman Institute for Framework Advancement (ZIFA). With more than 40 years of hands-on enterprise architecture practice, he has worked with Fortune 500 companies and US federal agencies to build practitioner-level EA capability.

He is the developer of the ForeSight methodology and The Enterprise Framework, co-developer of the widely used Rapid Analysis technique, and author of "Reaching the Pinnacle." EACOE has trained over 165,000 professionals across 4,500+ organizations worldwide.

Sam speaks on enterprise architecture as a practitioner discipline rather than an exam credential, AI-ready enterprise architecture, federal enterprise architecture (FEAF/DoDAF), and how organizations move beyond TOGAF to deliver real EA outcomes and Succeed Fast.

Speaking topics: Enterprise Architecture, AI Enterprise Architecture, TOGAF Alternative / Beyond TOGAF, Federal Enterprise Architecture, EA Practitioner Skills, Digital Transformation. Learn more at eacoe.org.

Sam Holcman is the Managing Director of the Enterprise Architecture Center of Excellence (EACOE) and President of the Zachman Institute for Framework Advancement (ZIFA). With more than 40 years of hands-on enterprise architecture practice, he has wor... Show more

Badra Abd El Qader is the Principal of Al-Zahraa Elementary School in Al-Tayyiba Triangle and a PhD Candidate at the University of Murcia, Spain. She has more than 30 years of experience in education and has served in a variety of teaching and leadership roles, including teacher, homeroom teacher, teacher mentor, assistant principal, principal, and lecturer in teacher education.

She holds a bachelor's degree in science, mathematics, and computer science education, a master's degree in school administration, and a second master's degree in mathematics education. Her doctoral research focuses on school leadership and inclusive education, with particular emphasis on the inclusion of students with Autism Spectrum Disorder (ASD), professional readiness, institutional support, and monitoring practices.

Her professional and research interests include educational leadership, inclusive education, and the development of equitable learning environments that promote meaningful participation and learning opportunities for all students.

Badra Abd El Qader is the Principal of Al-Zahraa Elementary School in Al-Tayyiba Triangle and a PhD Candidate at the University of Murcia, Spain. She has more than 30 years of experience in education and has served in a variety of teaching and leader... Show more