Isabella Johnston is an AI Workforce Architect and Founder redefining hiring through measurable alignment, ethical AI, and accelerated learning. As Founder & CEO of Employers 4 Change (E4C), she has built an AI-enabled platform that aligns talent to mission, values, and cognitive skill requirements—shifting hiring from subjective decisions to validated, data-driven outcomes.

With over 20 years of experience across education, workforce development, and leadership, Isabella focuses on solving one of the most persistent challenges in business: how to identify and develop the right talent in an AI-driven economy. Her work introduces alignment scoring models that measure what actually drives success, helping organizations reduce bias, improve quality of hire, and accelerate workforce readiness.

A sought-after speaker on ethical AI and the future of work, Isabella is known for translating complex systems into practical, actionable strategies for leaders, technologists, and educators.

Isabella Johnston is an AI Workforce Architect and Founder redefining hiring through measurable alignment, ethical AI, and accelerated learning. As Founder & CEO of Employers 4 Change (E4C), she has built an AI-enabled platform that aligns talent to ... Show more

Udokaku Ugochukwu pronounced as uh-duo-kah-kuh , is a Technology Adoption and Value Lead spearheading Technology Adoption for M365,SAP,EC and workplace technologies. She is a conscientious lady with a career in Digital transformation and currently venturing into cybersecurity.

A public speaker, child health Advocate, who has served in various leadership roles.

She is a passionate about creating enriching and inclusive experiences that enables the growth and success of individuals and groups.

Udokaku Ugochukwu pronounced as uh-duo-kah-kuh , is a Technology Adoption and Value Lead spearheading Technology Adoption for M365,SAP,EC and workplace technologies. She is a conscientious lady with a career in Digital transformation and currently ve... Show more

Tina Mirro is a seasoned Microsoft Dynamics 365 and Power Platform expert with deep experience designing, architecting, and delivering enterprise CRM solutions. A Microsoft‑certified Solution Architect and Data Analyst, she has built her career around transforming complex business challenges into scalable, human‑centered digital systems. Her work spans consulting, solution strategy, and hands‑on platform innovation, including contributions to community‑driven tools that expand Dynamics 365 capabilities.

A long‑time advocate for women in technology and a proud member of the Microsoft Federal Government ecosystem, Tina brings a blend of technical mastery, empathy, and real‑world implementation insight to every stage of digital transformation. Her background includes leadership in anti‑trafficking advocacy and accessibility‑focused volunteer work, reflecting her commitment to technology that empowers people.

Recognized for her passion, clarity, and ability to demystify complex systems, Tina is a dynamic speaker who inspires audiences to embrace modern business applications, rethink customer engagement, and unlock the full potential of the Power Platform.

Tina Mirro is a seasoned Microsoft Dynamics 365 and Power Platform expert with deep experience designing, architecting, and delivering enterprise CRM solutions. A Microsoft‑certified Solution Architect and Data Analyst, she has built her career aroun... Show more

Dan Lewis is a Digital Transformation Leader with 20+ years of experience in IT operations and digital solutions. With over a decade of consulting experience and seven years leading digital transformation in local government, Dan has driven innovation and operational excellence for diverse organizations. At the City of Seattle, he modernized various services, enhancing collaboration and automating workflows for a workforce of over 10,000 employees.

Dan’s expertise lies in leading impactful teams, crafting transformative strategies, and delivering innovative technology solutions that align with business goals. He speaks on topics such as Digital Transformation Strategy, Leadership in Technology, Microsoft 365 and Copilot, Emerging Technology Adoption, IT Governance Best Practices, and AI Governance.

Passionate about helping customers solve real-world challenges through technology, Dan combines deep technical expertise with a focus on positive outcomes for people. When he’s not transforming organizations, Dan enjoys gaming, hosting digital transformation talks, and connecting with audiences on Twitch and LinkedIn.

Dan Lewis is a Digital Transformation Leader with 20+ years of experience in IT operations and digital solutions. With over a decade of consulting experience and seven years leading digital transformation in local government, Dan has driven innovatio... Show more

Abdulrafiu Izuafa is an AI/ML engineer, edtech entrepreneur, and Microsoft Most Valuable Professional (MVP). As the co-founder of Notes, he is committed to bridging educational gaps across Africa and the Caribbean through AI-powered learning tools. He currently serves as a Senior AI/ML Consultant at Onyx Data, specializing in Microsoft AI and cloud technologies to drive business innovation.

Passionate about technology and education, Abdulrafiu actively shares insights with the global tech community. His expertise spans AI research, cloud computing, and developer tools, making him a sought-after speaker and mentor. Recognized for his contributions to AI accessibility and inclusive learning, he continues to push boundaries in the intersection of AI, education, and social impact.

Abdulrafiu Izuafa is an AI/ML engineer, edtech entrepreneur, and Microsoft Most Valuable Professional (MVP). As the co-founder of Notes, he is committed to bridging educational gaps across Africa and the Caribbean through AI-powered learning tools. H... Show more

Ifeoma is a Software Engineer Consultant with a strong foundation in frontend software development and a user-centred approach to building inclusive digital products. She currently works at HSBC, where she builds user-facing experiences for AI-powered applications and data engineering platforms within leading global financial institutions. Previously, she worked at BT as a Digital Accessibility Engineer, working alongside engineering teams to improve the accessibility of digital products and experiences, across the organisations numerous products.

Skilled in JavaScript, React, CSS, Storybook, APIs, web accessibility, and AI-agent workflows, she brings a well-rounded perspective to her engineering work, shaped by cross-functional experience in product discovery, developer education, and digital accessibility.

She has delivered accessible, user-focused web interfaces, internal tools, and scalable design systems across both B2C and B2B environments. Her interest in how users experience digital products led her to attend Product School, where she deepened her expertise in product discovery and user research, equipping her to contribute at every stage of the product and software development lifecycle.

Beyond hands-on engineering and product work, Ifeoma is a recognised community leader and conference speaker, having shared insights at technical events on topics including accessibility, web performance, and developer tooling. She currently serves as Community and Mentorship Lead at Her AI Studio, supporting initiatives focused on creating opportunities for young women and girls in AI. Her project delivery experience also includes launching global initiatives with partner institutions and overseeing the successful delivery of digital products in cross-functional, multinational teams.

With a passion for teaching, sharing knowledge, and advocating for inclusive design, Ifeoma has worked as a Developer Educator and LinkedIn Learning Instructor, creating educational content that helps teams and individuals build more usable and accessible experiences. Her LinkedIn Learning course on accessible HTML forms has also been featured as part of the curriculum on Harvard University’s Digital Accessibility Training Portal.

From leading cross-functional product initiatives to scaling accessible component libraries, building AI-powered interfaces, and shaping developer education and community, her work consistently drives impact at the intersection of technology, people, and inclusion, contributing to her endorsement for the UK Global Talent visa in Digital Technology.

Ifeoma is a Software Engineer Consultant with a strong foundation in frontend software development and a user-centred approach to building inclusive digital products. She currently works at HSBC, where she builds user-facing experiences for AI-powere... Show more

Muhammad Usman Mughal is an Executive AI Leader and Government-certified National Scientist (AI) registered with PASTIC under the Ministry of Science and Technology, Pakistan. With nearly a decade of cross-industry software engineering leadership spanning Telecom, FinTech, GovTech, Healthcare, Logistics, EdTech, and Defense, he bridges deep technical execution with high-level international technology policy. His diverse project portfolio encompasses agentic AI systems, RAG-enabled enterprise platforms, n8n automation pipelines, and edge-level on-device inference using optimized Small Language Models (SLMs). He led product execution for RunVerse, an AI- and blockchain-powered Move-to-Earn fitness platform that won the ASOCIO Tech Startup Award 2025 in Taiwan. Additionally, he architected digital self-care, B2B sales automation, and banking portals for major operators and financial institutions—including Orange Jordan, Jazz, JazzCash, UBank, Bank of Khyber, and Allied Bank Limited—and developed Mkhdoom, an AI-powered logistics portal with automated customs documentation and freight prediction.
An approved UN Delegate on AI Governance (UNIDIR, Geneva 2026), Usman is a featured keynote speaker on "Agentic AI for Proactive Early Warning Systems" at the UNOOSA/SUPARCO International Space Conference, a shortlisted panelist for "AI x Education" and contributing author to the UNU-Springer Book Series with UNU Macau, and the designated speaker, moderator, and rapporteur for the IGF 2026 Day 0 session "Safe AI Governance". Currently serving as Senior Manager and Head of Engineering & AI at Taleemabad, his executive experience also includes serving as Head of Engineering & Products at Z Media Technologies, where he authored a $100M sovereign IT investment framework for the Saudi government. Usman is the 1st Place National Champion of the Google Vibe Coding Competition (2025), 1st Prize Winner at the Ciklum AI Hackathon (2025), 1st Prize Winner in China's International Mangrove Center Design Competition, and a 2x Finalist at the GoldReed Industrial Design Awards, with project commendations from former NASA Chief Administrator Dan Goldin.
He holds a BS in Software Engineering from Foundation University, an MSc in Administrative Sciences from Allama Iqbal Open University, and an Executive MBA from Valar Institute (Quantic), USA.

Muhammad Usman Mughal is an Executive AI Leader and Government-certified National Scientist (AI) registered with PASTIC under the Ministry of Science and Technology, Pakistan. With nearly a decade of cross-industry software engineering leadership spa... Show more

Alberto Carrazco is a first-generation college graduate and immigrant, who has overcome many obstacles, including learning how to code outside a traditional learning environment. He's leveraged his skills and passion for innovation to build platforms that empower nonprofits, driving positive change in the world.

Alberto is Co-Founder and CEO of GiveKit a nonprofit management platform that aims to amplify impact.

Alberto Carrazco is a first-generation college graduate and immigrant, who has overcome many obstacles, including learning how to code outside a traditional learning environment. He's leveraged his skills and passion for innovation to build platforms... Show more

Timo Halbesma is a theoretical astrophysicist by training, currently working as Digital Strategist and Enterprise Architect for the City of Amsterdam. He focuses on digital autonomy, cloud architecture, multi-cloud strategy, and Lean-Agile/DevOps adoption in the public sector. He is a member of the Dutch NDS Cloud Architecture team and contributed to the architecture design of the Dutch sovereign government cloud.

Timo Halbesma is a theoretical astrophysicist by training, currently working as Digital Strategist and Enterprise Architect for the City of Amsterdam. He focuses on digital autonomy, cloud architecture, multi-cloud strategy, and Lean-Agile/DevOps ado... Show more

Marine Corps Veteran, Storyteller, and Hackivist disrupting power-based violence through online access to education and community care with over eighteen years experience in the technical and operational program management of space and military intelligence federal contracts in the United States.

I made a promise to support and defend the United States Constitution against all enemies, foreign and domestic. I take that VERY seriously, and will fight for your right to hate me. I will not, however, tolerate acts of violence directed at individuals for simply taking up space, acts of coercion through threats of violence, or any attempt at using violence as a way to maintain power. I will speak out and take the defense for any victim of violence (in all of its forms) and all individuals impacted by the use of power-based violence.

I believe in the power of storytelling energy as a renewable resource capable of magic, the kindness of strangers, and ability to overcome hardship through communal care. I use the arts of satire, drag, and boudoir performance to make light of extremely controversial and traumatic but historical events that surround United States Post World War II Military History.

Marine Corps Veteran, Storyteller, and Hackivist disrupting power-based violence through online access to education and community care with over eighteen years experience in the technical and operational program management of space and military intel... Show more

Johnnie L. Brown is a dynamic educator and thought leader with over 30 years of experience transforming educational spaces from the classroom to the district level. As the former Program Coordinator for PVU Teach, adjunct faculty in Educational Leadership at Prairie View A&M University and now Interim Chair for Simmons College of Kentucky Teacher Education Program, Professor Brown brings a unique blend of academic insight and hands-on leadership. Her career spans roles as a school principal, senior program specialist, master teacher, and adjunct faculty member, with expertise in curriculum development, family engagement, and teacher training. She has developed family literacy models nationwide and led initiatives that have significantly improved student outcomes and community involvement.
Professor Brown is a passionate advocate for equity in education and has been honored with numerous awards, including the WRGCOE Staff and Administration Excellence Award and recognition from New Orleans Public Schools for Leadership in Family Literacy. Whether she’s leading workshops, delivering keynotes, or mentoring future educators, she inspires audiences with her commitment to student success, student responsive teaching, and transformative leadership.

Johnnie L. Brown is a dynamic educator and thought leader with over 30 years of experience transforming educational spaces from the classroom to the district level. As the former Program Coordinator for PVU Teach, adjunct faculty in Educational Leade... Show more

I lead AI workforce transformation at Nordstrom, where I run the AI fluency program for our corporate workforce. The first cohort of 6,277 employees completed at 100 percent, rated it 4.47 out of 5, and 92 percent said they felt more confident using AI in their work. The program has since grown to more than 6,800 employees. Before Nordstrom, I spent 2019 to 2026 at Amazon, where I worked with Amazon Future Engineer as it grew from 100 student scholars to more than 420, and launched a teacher advisory board of Title I educators to help shape the program. I also founded The Early Career Coach, where I coach first generation and early career professionals. My four session pilot this summer rated 4.44 out of 5, and 89 percent of students said they would recommend it. I do my best work where enterprise learning meets early career access, and I am looking to learn from and build with the leaders pushing this field forward.

I lead AI workforce transformation at Nordstrom, where I run the AI fluency program for our corporate workforce. The first cohort of 6,277 employees completed at 100 percent, rated it 4.47 out of 5, and 92 percent said they felt more confident using ... Show more

Matt is the founder and President of Cynerge Consulting, Inc. (Cynerge), the co-founder of LocalHop, and the co-founder of Paissa Properties, all based in Pontiac. He is an accomplished leader with over 25 years of management experience, with a focus on information technology and business improvement. Matt is experienced at working with C-level executives and senior management on a variety of activities, including strategy, operations, and budget. His projects have saved taxpayers millions of dollars, supported tens of thousands of users, and reduced process times by over 50%. He is a motivated self-starter, speaker, and entrepreneur that is skilled at bringing groups together to orchestrate solutions. Matt moved his companies to Pontiac in the spring of 2017 and loves the gritty up-and-coming attitude in Pontiac, both from the business community and the residents, and is always looking for ways to help drive the city and Michigan forward! He serves on the board of directors for the Small Business Association of Michigan (aka SBAM). Matt has a B.S. in Environmental Planning and an MBA, both from the University of Michigan-Flint.

Matt is the founder and President of Cynerge Consulting, Inc. (Cynerge), the co-founder of LocalHop, and the co-founder of Paissa Properties, all based in Pontiac. He is an accomplished leader with over 25 years of management experience, with a focu... Show more

Jenny Xu ist Soziologin und Research Associate im Projekt „Digitaler Diversitätsdialog (D3)“ an der Universität Passau. Sie forscht an der Schnittstelle von Hochschullehre, Diversität und Künstlicher Intelligenz. Ein weiterer Forschungsschwerpunkt liegt in den Gender Studies.

E-Mail: jenny.xu@uni-passau.de
Projektseite: https://www.uni-passau.de/universitaet/einrichtungen/stabsstelle-kompetenzentwicklung-in-studium-und-lehre-ksl/digitaler-diversitaetsdialog

Jenny Xu ist Soziologin und Research Associate im Projekt „Digitaler Diversitätsdialog (D3)“ an der Universität Passau. Sie forscht an der Schnittstelle von Hochschullehre, Diversität und Künstlicher Intelligenz. Ein weiterer Forschungsschwerpunkt li... Show more

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

Justin is the Co-Founder & CEO of Strike Graph, a security compliance company, which he incubated at Madrona Venture Labs in early 2020. As a serial entrepreneur with expertise in AI, cybersecurity and governance, he started Strike Graph to eliminate the confusion related to cybersecurity audit and certification processes. He likes making arcane cybersecurity standards plain and simple to achieve. As the CEO, Justin organizes strategic innovations at the crossroads of cybersecurity and compliance and focuses on helping customers get outsized value from Strike Graph. He also sets a foundational culture of employee growth. Based in Seattle, he previously served as the CTO of NextStep and Koru, which won the 2018 Most Impactful Startup award from Wharton People Analytics. Justin is a board member for the Ada Developers Academy, VALID8 Financial and Edify Software Consulting. He is the creator of the Training, Tracking & Placement System US Patent and the author of “Aligning curriculum and evidencing learning effectiveness using semantic mapping of learning assets,” which was published in the International Journal of Emerging Technologies in Learning (iJet). Justin earned a BA in English and Theater from Fort Lewis College.

Justin is the Co-Founder & CEO of Strike Graph, a security compliance company, which he incubated at Madrona Venture Labs in early 2020. As a serial entrepreneur with expertise in AI, cybersecurity and governance, he started Strike Graph to eliminate... Show more

Melissa is Head of Policy and Growth at Tinycode, an AI evaluation startup. She also serves as Emerging Tech Advisor at the Johns Hopkins Center for Health Security, where she previously served as Senior Policy Advisor leading several policy initiatives in the convergence of AI and biotechnology (AIxBio). Melissa also serves as a Non-Resident Affiliate at the CSIS AI Wadhwani Center and Multi-Agent Risks Advisor at the Institute for Security & Technology. Melissa brings years of experience working in D.C. on AI, tech, and national security policy, including as a legislative tech fellow specializing in AI and biotech for a senior member of the House Energy and Commerce Committee, conducting investigations for the House Oversight Committee, and serving as legal and policy counsel on national security issues in the executive branch and for a technology trade association. She is a Council on Strategic Risks AI & National Security Convergence Fellow and an alum of UC Berkeley’s Goldman School of Public Policy Tech Policy Fellowship and Johns Hopkins Center for Health Security's Emerging Leaders in Biosecurity Initiative (ELBI) fellowship. Melissa graduated from the George Washington University Law School, where she specialized in administrative law and legislation with a national security focus. Before that, she was a Davies Jackson scholar at the University of Cambridge and graduated summa cum laude from Bucknell University. In her spare time, Melissa organizes several monthly emerging technology and national security events in DC, including a biosecurity meetup and several AI policy meetups, including serving as Co-lead for the Women in AI Safety & Ethics (WISE) DC Chapter.

Melissa is Head of Policy and Growth at Tinycode, an AI evaluation startup. She also serves as Emerging Tech Advisor at the Johns Hopkins Center for Health Security, where she previously served as Senior Policy Advisor leading several policy initiati... Show more

Danielle Shante’ is an AI Infrastructure Architect, internationally certified AI consultant and facilitator, educator, and Founder and CEO of DSWM Enterprises LLC.

She is the creator of AURELIQ™, a 14-seat executive AI architecture designed around specialized responsibilities, coordinated workflows, and human oversight.

With approximately 17 years of experience in education, Danielle brings a practical, accessible approach to helping professionals understand and implement emerging technology.

She is also a two-time summit creator, executive producer, and showrunner, having directed the digital infrastructure, creative production, speaker coordination, scheduling, and execution of two business and technology summits in 2026.

Her work focuses on helping organizations move beyond isolated AI tools toward repeatable, accountable operational processes.

Danielle Shante’ is an AI Infrastructure Architect, internationally certified AI consultant and facilitator, educator, and Founder and CEO of DSWM Enterprises LLC. She is the creator of AURELIQ™, a 14-seat executive AI architecture designed around... Show more

Varshenne Reddi is a Research & Reporting Analyst at East Texas A&M University and an Adjunct Faculty member in the College of Business. Her work focuses on accreditation reporting, institutional research analytics, student success metrics, and evidence-based decision-making that supports educational quality and continuous improvement.

She works closely with university leadership on institutional reporting initiatives, including accreditation-related reporting, rankings, and strategic data analysis. Through her work, she is developing practical frameworks that help higher education institutions use reliable evidence to improve transparency, accountability, and educational outcomes.

Her current research explores evidence-based institutional research and reporting frameworks for advancing educational quality. She is passionate about bridging academic research with practical implementation to help institutions make better decisions through data-informed strategies.

Her speaking interests include institutional research, educational quality, higher education analytics, accreditation, student success, evidence-based decision making, and continuous improvement in higher education.

Varshenne Reddi is a Research & Reporting Analyst at East Texas A&M University and an Adjunct Faculty member in the College of Business. Her work focuses on accreditation reporting, institutional research analytics, student success metrics, and evide... Show more

Christopher J. “Chris” Snider, NRP, EMT-P, WP-C, is a paramedic, safety consultant, and educator with 17 years of experience in emergency services and eight years in safety and emergency response consulting. Since first entering EMS in 2002, his career has included high-volume 911 response, Critical Care Transport, industrial medicine and safety, and emergency preparedness.

Chris currently works in the oil and gas industry in the Permian Basin, supporting major infrastructure construction projects with a focus on occupational safety, emergency incident planning, responder integration, and risk management in high-hazard environments. His background combines frontline paramedicine with industrial safety and incident management, giving him a practical perspective on how clinicians and organizations prepare for both everyday emergencies and uncommon events.

As an educator, Chris remains committed to advancing paramedicine and helping EMTs and paramedics develop the knowledge, judgment, and perspective needed to thrive throughout their careers. He teaches continuing education and conference programs focused on clinical and operational considerations, professional development, leadership, and emergency preparedness.

Outside of his professional work, Chris lives in Fort Wayne, Indiana, with his wife and their three children.

Christopher J. “Chris” Snider, NRP, EMT-P, WP-C, is a paramedic, safety consultant, and educator with 17 years of experience in emergency services and eight years in safety and emergency response consulting. Since first entering EMS in 2002, his care... Show more

Myself Venkata Suresh Babu Kamma a Senior Oracle ERP Cloud Architect with over 20+ years of experience designing, implementing, and governing large-scale enterprise ERP systems across public sector, transportation, higher education, utilities, and regulated capital-program environments.
I am specializes in Oracle ERP Cloud Project Portfolio Management (PPM), Grants Management, Project Costing, Project Billing, Contracts, General Ledger, and Subledger Accounting, with a governance-first architectural approach. My work emphasizes embedding compliance, audit readiness, predictive forecasting, and long-term sustainability directly into ERP system design.
I have led and advised ERP initiatives involving federal and state grants, multi-year capital and infrastructure programs, multi-entity funding structures, and high-scrutiny audit environments. I am expertised with spans both greenfield Oracle ERP Cloud implementations and modernization of complex legacy ERP environments.

I have contributed an enterprise ERP architect focused on governance-driven system design for public sector organizations. My work integrates funding structures, execution controls, financial integration, and predictive oversight into scalable ERP architectures that support long-term accountability and public stewardship. My Original contributions synthesizes his architectural models and governance frameworks developed through hands-on leadership of complex ERP initiatives.

Myself Venkata Suresh Babu Kamma a Senior Oracle ERP Cloud Architect with over 20+ years of experience designing, implementing, and governing large-scale enterprise ERP systems across public sector, transportation, higher education, utilities, and re... Show more

Karan Soni is a Digital Forensic Expert with Chandigarh Police, Chandigarh, with operational experience across surface, deep and dark web investigations. His work focuses on dark web threat intelligence, threat-actor profiling, cryptocurrency tracing and data-leak monitoring.

He trains law-enforcement agencies and corporate teams, including Dark Web Operations Training for CISF and Advanced Cyber Threat Training for NCB, and has delivered a keynote on dark web investigations at VGU Jaipur.

Karan holds an M.Sc. in Cyber Security from National Forensic Sciences University, Gandhinagar, and is the author of the preprint 'The ₹99 Identity Market' (Zenodo, 2026).

Karan Soni is a Digital Forensic Expert with Chandigarh Police, Chandigarh, with operational experience across surface, deep and dark web investigations. His work focuses on dark web threat intelligence, threat-actor profiling, cryptocurrency tracing... Show more

Ben Linders is an Independent Consultant in Agile, Lean, Quality, and Continuous Improvement, based in The Netherlands. Author of Getting Value out of Agile Retrospectives, Waardevolle Agile Retrospectives, What Drives Quality and Continuous Improvement. Creator of the Agile Self-assessment Game.

As an adviser, coach and trainer he helps organizations with deploying effective software development and management practices. He focuses on continuous improvement, collaboration and communication, and professional development, to deliver business value to customers.

Ben is an active member of networks on Agile, Lean, and Quality, and a well-known speaker and author. He shares his experiences in a bilingual blog (Dutch and English), as an editor for Culture and Methods at InfoQ, and as an expert in communities like Computable, Quora, DZone, and TechTarget. Follow him on twitter: @BenLinders.

For an overview of the presentation and mini-workshops that I have given, visit https://www.benlinders.com/presentations/

Ben Linders is an Independent Consultant in Agile, Lean, Quality, and Continuous Improvement, based in The Netherlands. Author of Getting Value out of Agile Retrospectives, Waardevolle Agile Retrospectives, What Drives Quality and Continuous Improvem... Show more

Felix Schiessl builds AI instead of just talking about it. As co-founder and managing director of FEAZY AI he develops GDPR-compliant AI for public administration and mid-sized companies, hosted in Germany. Before that, he led the world's first GPT-4 integration at a university, reaching more than 150,000 students.

On stage he shows AI live: real demos, real code, real results instead of slides. His talks cover what AI can really do today, how generative AI goes from prompt to product, and how organisations use AI securely and with full data sovereignty, without shadow AI.

Talks in German and English: keynote, short talk, panel or moderation. Based in Frankfurt am Main, Germany.

Felix Schiessl builds AI instead of just talking about it. As co-founder and managing director of FEAZY AI he develops GDPR-compliant AI for public administration and mid-sized companies, hosted in Germany. Before that, he led the world's first GPT-4... Show more

After a traumatic brain injury changed my life, I had to relearn things I once took for granted. There were years of feeling disconnected, struggling with fear and hopelessness, and wondering how I was going to move forward.

At my lowest point, I turned to God. Through prayer, Scripture, and the practical strategies I developed along the way, walking daily with the Holy Spirit, I began to see that healing wasn't about pretending the pain wasn't there. It was about learning how to move through the pain without letting it define me.

Over the past 14 years, I've taught those strategies to others and continued developing them into what is now the Miracle Power Activation System™ - a faith-anchored approach to helping people build courage, clarity, and resilience through difficult seasons.

Today, I bring this work to veterans, first responders, law enforcement, healthcare professionals, trauma survivors, and burned-out leaders, as well as the organizations and communities that serve them.

My work combines 26 years of lived and teaching experience, 14 years of clinical practice as a Certified Occupational Therapy Assistant, biblical truth, and practical resilience strategies.

I work with organizations through:

→ Keynote Speaking
Helping audiences understand resilience, healing, and the beliefs that can either keep us stuck or help us move forward.

→ Workshops & Facilitation
Interactive experiences that give teams practical strategies they can apply beyond the room.

→ Consulting & Group Programs
Helping organizations and communities build a more intentional approach to resilience, healing, and personal growth through my proprietary Miracle Power Activation System™

→ 1:1 mentorship - for those ready for personalized, in-depth support

My belief is simple: What you've been through does not have to define what comes next.
If you're looking for a faith-centered approach to resilience, healing, and transformation for your organization, event, or community, let's connect.

Learn more at elizabethinspires.com

After a traumatic brain injury changed my life, I had to relearn things I once took for granted. There were years of feeling disconnected, struggling with fear and hopelessness, and wondering how I was going to move forward. At my lowest point, I ... Show more

Hi 👋🏾 ! I'm Edmond Ghislain MAKOLLE EBONGUE NDJOH, Software Engineer and Python Programming Instructor . I am originally from the LITTORAL in CAMEROON 🇨🇲 .

I work most often in Python (if not always) with technologies such as Django and FastAPI to build backend applications and Rest or Graph APIs.

I am involved in certain communities in my city and even in my country, because I am for those who give back what the community has given them. So I often organize and participate in community-organized events.

Hi 👋🏾 ! I'm Edmond Ghislain MAKOLLE EBONGUE NDJOH, Software Engineer and Python Programming Instructor . I am originally from the LITTORAL in CAMEROON 🇨🇲 . I work most often in Python (if not always) with technologies such as Django and FastAP... Show more

Barani Ganesh Janakiraman is an experienced PeopleSoft HCM Consultant with over 21 years of expertise in implementations, upgrades, and support across industries such as Higher Education, Government, Retail, and Healthcare. He has in-depth experience with key PeopleSoft modules, including North American Payroll, Core HR, Commitment Accounting, Base Benefits, Contract Pay, and their integration with Absence Management and Financials systems.
Currently engaged at the University of California, Office of the President, Barani contributes to PeopleSoft HRMS 9.2 implementation and support for over 220,000 employees across 13 campuses and 5 medical centers. His responsibilities include functional design, payroll configuration, testing coordination, automation of payroll processes, third-party interface development, and year-end tax processing. He has supported five parallel payroll testing cycles, conducted fit-gap analyses, and developed several custom payroll solutions.
His technical competencies include PeopleCode, Application Engine, SQR, Component Interface, Integration Broker, Application Packages, AWE, UPK, XMLP, and GoAnywhere/Control-M. He is also proficient with PeopleSoft Test Framework (PTF), JIRA, HP Quality Center, and multiple RDBMS platforms like DB2, Oracle, and SQL Server.
Barani has worked with several organizations, including Applied Thoughts Auditors and Consultants, Astute Business Solutions, Infosys Technologies, and Ramco Systems, serving in various leadership and technical roles. His background includes experience as a Technology Architect, Functional and Technical Lead, and Test Lead for multiple PeopleSoft HCM projects.
He holds a Bachelor of Engineering degree from Bharathidasan University (2003), and certifications in PeopleSoft Human Resources 9 and PeopleTools Enterprise Development.

Barani Ganesh Janakiraman is an experienced PeopleSoft HCM Consultant with over 21 years of expertise in implementations, upgrades, and support across industries such as Higher Education, Government, Retail, and Healthcare. He has in-depth experience... 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

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Luke Jimenez is the Founder and CEO of LESSO AI, a British education technology company building Teacher Workforce Infrastructure for schools. His work focuses on practical AI adoption, teacher workload, data sovereignty and the infrastructure needed... Show more

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Beyond development, Miriam serves as the Partnerships Lead at GDG Cloud Mbarara, a Women Techmakers Ambassador, and the Founder of AfroTech Forge, a tech community dedicated to empowering African developers through knowledge sharing, collaboration, and engaging tech conversations. She is also an active tech speaker, event host, and community organizer, having facilitated several technical sessions through GDG Cloud Mbarara and the Mbarara University Computing Students Association, as well as hosted various tech events and hackathons. Through her work, she continues to champion inclusive learning, meaningful collaboration, and the development of technology that puts people first.

Birungi Angella Miriam is a frontend developer, community builder, and tech enthusiast passionate about creating user-centered solutions that address real-world challenges. She has contributed to innovative projects such as AeroMind, a mental wellnes... Show more