Government, Social Sector & Education

Valued individuals involved in shaping public policies, providing essential services, and promoting education, tirelessly looking to improve society and empower citizens

Lydia Sampson

Lydia Sampson

Lydia Sampson is the Assistant Director at the Morrill Memorial Library in Norwood, MA. She holds an MLS from Simmons University, and a Master of Science In Management. Outside of her professional life, Lydia is a foster cat mom, an avid adventure traveler, and a true crime enthusiast.

Lydia Sampson is the Assistant Director at the Morrill Memorial Library in Norwood, MA. She holds an MLS from Simmons University, and a Master of Science In Management. Outside of her professional life, Lydia is a foster cat mom, an avid adventure tr... Show more

Nensi Ravaliya

Nensi Ravaliya

I'm Nensi Ravaliya⭐, a DevOps Engineer and Microsoft Learn Student Ambassador who is passionate about MLOps, DevSecOps, and GitOps. Beyond my role, I'm active as a speaker, content creator, and influencer, engaging in online and offline events and sharing insights on YouTube. As a Microsoft Learn Student Ambassador, I organize weekly events and hold the AZ-900 certification. You can find my portfolio at www.nensiravaliya.me and connect with me on LinkedIn, GitHub, Twitter, and Medium.

Tools and Tech Stack: 🚀

➡️ Cloud and DevOps Expertise: I specialize in cloud transformations, secure architectures, and DevOps
practices to optimize workflows and reduce costs.

➡️ Web Development: HTML, CSS, JS, Node, PHP, Java, Python, Flask, MySQL

➡️ Programming Skills: Proficient Python, and Bash scripting for automation and tooling.

➡️ Tool Proficiency:

👉 OS: Linux

👉 Monitoring: Grafana, Prometheus, Loky, and Promtail for robust monitoring and analysis.

👉 DevSecOps: Using SonarQube, Trivy, Synk, OWASP, ZAP, and other tools for secure development
practices.

👉 CI/CD Pipelines: Proficient with Azure DevOps, GitHub, GitHub Actions, GitLab, Bitbucket, and
Jenkins.

👉 Container & Orchestration: Docker, Kubernetes, AWS ECR and ECS.

👉 Cloud Platforms: Experienced with Azure, AWS, and basic GCP for cloud infrastructure
management.

👉 Infrastructure as Code (IaC): Terraform for automated deployments.

👉 Other Minors: Ansible, Datadog, Splunk.

➡️ Community Engagement:

1️⃣ As a Microsoft Learn Student Ambassador, I organize online and offline events regularly.
2️⃣ Subscribe to my LinkedIn newsletter, DevOpSky, for industry insights and updates.

🌐 Connect with me🚀

1️⃣ LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/nencyravaliya28/
2️⃣ GitHub: https://github.com/Nency-Ravaliya
3️⃣ Twitter: https://twitter.com/NencyRavaliya
4️⃣ Medium: https://medium.com/@ravaliyanensi

➡️ For collaborations or inquiries, reach out at www.nensiravaliya.me

I'm Nensi Ravaliya⭐, a DevOps Engineer and Microsoft Learn Student Ambassador who is passionate about MLOps, DevSecOps, and GitOps. Beyond my role, I'm active as a speaker, content creator, and influencer, engaging in online and offline events and sh... Show more

Olakunle Soji-Oke

Olakunle Soji-Oke

Olakunle Soji-Oke is a dynamic program, operations, and partnerships manager with over five years of experience in driving impactful initiatives across sectors like FMCG, EdTech, and social impact. Currently a key leader at The Afara Initiative, he designs and executes programs aimed at equipping underserved Nigerian graduates with the skills, networks, and opportunities needed to thrive in today’s workforce. His work empowers young professionals through career development, leadership training, and strategic corporate collaborations.

Olakunle's background includes building transformative partnerships with global organizations such as HP and Microsoft, creating pathways that connect young talent to meaningful opportunities. At Afara, he has led career accelerator programs, mentorship initiatives, and projects focused on workforce transformation across Africa. His work at AIESEC further highlights his expertise in organizational development, managing education cycles, recruitment campaigns, and fostering partnerships that drove significant revenue growth. During his time as Human Resource and Organizational Development Manager at AIESEC in Nigeria, Olakunle revitalized B2B partnerships, increasing revenue from zero to over $10,000 in 24 months while spearheading recruitment plans and team performance management.

In addition, he has led strategic projects at DevCareer, including the DevCareer Tech Program and West Africa's first-ever Web5 Hackathon, where he engaged over 2,000 participants and helped launch initiatives for the next generation of tech talent.

Olakunle’s comprehensive experience across project management, partnerships, and leadership development underscores his commitment to empowering young people, transforming the workforce, and driving social impact. Passionate about youth empowerment, workforce development, and the future of work, he frequently speaks on topics related to career development, leadership, and corporate social responsibility.

Olakunle Soji-Oke is a dynamic program, operations, and partnerships manager with over five years of experience in driving impactful initiatives across sectors like FMCG, EdTech, and social impact. Currently a key leader at The Afara Initiative, he d... Show more

Sachin Sinha

Sachin Sinha

Sachin Sinha is a Data Engineering leader who has been passionate about designing systems that help his customers make decisions based on data. He has helped startups in healthcare get off the ground by building a business on data and mature from seed to series funding. He has also helped organizations in the Public Sector achieve their mission by enabling them to make decisions based on data. Now at Microsoft, as Technology Strategy Director, he helps customers on their cloud journey with Microsoft Cloud offerings. His areas of expertise include Digital Transformation, Solution Architecture and Design, Data Platforms, Data Warehousing, Business Intelligence & Analytics and Artificial Intelligence focusing on the Healthcare and Public Sector domains.

Sachin Sinha is a Data Engineering leader who has been passionate about designing systems that help his customers make decisions based on data. He has helped startups in healthcare get off the ground by building a business on data and mature from see... Show more

Jörg Pareigis

Jörg Pareigis

Jörg Pareigis is an assistant professor in Business Administration and director of library as well as the head of the Centre for Teaching and Learning at Karlstad University, Sweden. He has vast experience of developing open online graduate courses for lifelong learning based on strategically important research centres at Karlstad University. Jörg was a participant of FDOL and is since 2019 part of the organising team of Open Networked Learning.

Jörg Pareigis is an assistant professor in Business Administration and director of library as well as the head of the Centre for Teaching and Learning at Karlstad University, Sweden. He has vast experience of developing open online graduate courses f... Show more

Benedikt Weygandt

Benedikt Weygandt

Secondary school teacher (mathematics & physics), Ph.D. in mathematics (with specialization in the teaching of mathematics at the university level)

Research Interests: instructional design of mathematics courses, mathematical sophistication & enculturation, mathematical beliefs, fostering giftedness, future skills, AI & data literacy

Secondary school teacher (mathematics & physics), Ph.D. in mathematics (with specialization in the teaching of mathematics at the university level) Research Interests: instructional design of mathematics courses, mathematical sophistication & encu... Show more

Alessandra Reß

Alessandra Reß

Seit 2018 arbeitet Alessandra Reß im E-Learning-Support verschiedener rheinland-pfälzischer Hochschulen, seit 2024 an der Hochschule Koblenz. Ihre Schwerpunkte liegen in den Bereichen OER, KI und digitale Barrierefreiheit. Daneben ist sie als Autorin und Redakteurin tätig.

Seit 2018 arbeitet Alessandra Reß im E-Learning-Support verschiedener rheinland-pfälzischer Hochschulen, seit 2024 an der Hochschule Koblenz. Ihre Schwerpunkte liegen in den Bereichen OER, KI und digitale Barrierefreiheit. Daneben ist sie als Autori... Show more

Sabrina Mazzola

Sabrina Mazzola

Intersectional journalist (female, first family academic living with disability and migrational background) who turned into a Scrum Master and Diversity Trainer (with 3 years of practice) loves to entertain you with humor and a holistic, positive perspective. After 20 years in journalism and being a leader for 3 years, I realized that my mindset was always agile and I went into IT in 2022. Being there, I saw that all things revolve around two things: psychological safety and belonging.

Intersectional journalist (female, first family academic living with disability and migrational background) who turned into a Scrum Master and Diversity Trainer (with 3 years of practice) loves to entertain you with humor and a holistic, positive per... Show more

Paul Kühn

Paul Kühn

Wissenschaftlicher Mitarbeiter Zukünftebildung und 4FutureLabs

Wie sehen wünschenswerte Zukünfte aus? Wie können wir eine lebensdienliche Wirtschaft und nachhaltige Gesellschaft gestalten? Welchen Beitrag kann Bildung leisten, um die Krisen unserer Zeit zu bewältigen?

Als Wissenschaftlicher Mitarbeiter im Bereich der Zukünftebildung und 4FutureLabs unter der Leitung von Prof. Dr. Silja Graupe an der HfGG suche ich nach wirkungsvollen Antworten auf diese Fragestellungen. Mich beschäftigen insbesondere die Zusammenhänge und Potenziale zwischen Transformativer Bildung, Zukünftebildung und Futures Literacy. Mithilfe der 4FutureLabs forsche ich zu diesen Themen in der Hochschulbildung im Bachelor & Master, in der Schulbildung und in zivilgesellschaftlichen Kontexten.

Wissenschaftlicher Mitarbeiter Zukünftebildung und 4FutureLabs Wie sehen wünschenswerte Zukünfte aus? Wie können wir eine lebensdienliche Wirtschaft und nachhaltige Gesellschaft gestalten? Welchen Beitrag kann Bildung leisten, um die Krisen unsere... Show more

Sharon Burstein

Sharon Burstein

Sharon Burstein is an internationally acclaimed motivational speaker, leadership trainer, and best-selling author, renowned for her dynamic approach to leadership development. As President and CEO of Sharon Burstein International, LLC, she has dedicated over three decades to empowering individuals and organizations through transformative keynotes, workshops, and signature events like Leadership Summit America and YOUniquely You!

With a focus on personal empowerment, team building, and personal branding, Sharon's engaging presentations blend humor, real-life stories, and actionable strategies that resonate with diverse audiences. Her book, Life Snacks for Women, offers bite-sized wisdom that inspires women to step confidently into leadership roles.

Sharon's expertise has touched thousands across education, healthcare, corporate sectors, and non-profit organizations, making her a sought-after speaker worldwide. Her mission is clear: to help others maximize their potential and leadership impact. Connect with Sharon today to elevate your journey towards leadership excellence!

Sharon Burstein is an internationally acclaimed motivational speaker, leadership trainer, and best-selling author, renowned for her dynamic approach to leadership development. As President and CEO of Sharon Burstein International, LLC, she has dedica... Show more

Chidi C. Iwuchukwu

Chidi C. Iwuchukwu

Kidnapped at gunpoint and held for ransom, Chidi Iwuchukwu lives to share his remarkable journey from overcoming harrowing life experiences to becoming a bestselling author and community leader. Having survived a terrifying kidnapping and battled cancer, Chidi has not only thrived but has also become a No.1 International bestselling author, Coach and a beacon in his community. Chidi Iwuchukwu is the P.R.O. (Persistent, Resilient and Optimistic) guy. He is the No1. International bestselling author of Coming To Canada: The Ultimate Success Guide for New Immigrants and Travelers. He uses his personal story, highlighting a variety of harrowing life experiences and transitions along the way including surviving a brutal kidnapping for ransom experience and battling cancer, to illustrate how to transform trials into triumphs. He has been featured on Fox, NBC, CBS, and ABC. He was nominated for the Star of Alberta Award in 2021 and for the Alberta Newcomer Champion Award 2022. In March of 2024, Chidi won the Toastmasters’ International Speech Contest for Area C 13 and Division C. Chidi is also an accomplished and humorous Master of Ceremony and events host.

Kidnapped at gunpoint and held for ransom, Chidi Iwuchukwu lives to share his remarkable journey from overcoming harrowing life experiences to becoming a bestselling author and community leader. Having survived a terrifying kidnapping and battled can... Show more

Janine Robar

Janine Robar

As the State of Michigan’s Office of Future Mobility and Electrification’s (OFME) mobility innovation associate director, Janine is focused on growing Michigan’s mobility and electrification ecosystem and creating safer, more equitable and environmentally conscious transportation solutions for Michigan residents. Janine leads innovation growth initiatives at OFME including signature grant programs under the Michigan Mobility Funding Platform (MMFP) and state-wide testing assets. In addition to managing MMFP, she facilitates industry collaboration through various working groups convening subject matter experts to identify challenges in the state and develop solutions.

Prior to joining OFME, Janine was an associate director leading the mobility practice at Antenna Group, a leading cleantech communications agency. In this role, Janine focused on strategy development, media relations, and project management across account teams. Janine’s client experience spans product launches, company rebrands, high-profile public and private partnerships, market entries and crisis management. Her areas of expertise include advanced transportation infrastructure, autonomous vehicles, battery technology and growth-focused programs including incubators and accelerators.

Additionally, Janine previously led the overall b2b and b2c marketing communications strategy for Shift Transit, a mobility operations startup focusing on first/last-mile micromobiltiy solutions. Janine has also held multiple positions at leading automotive b2b publication, Automotive News including integrated marketing manager and conference specialist. While at Automotive News Janine planned and executed large-scale conferences and events for industry executives as well as integrated marketing campaigns and custom content for industry partners. In 2019, Janine was honored with the Automotive News Tony Merpi Award for Leadership & Innovation for her efforts in streamlining cross-functional processes.

A longtime cycling enthusiast and advocate, she is passionate about helping organizations develop accessible and equitable mobility solutions. Janine holds a Bachelor of Science in Communication and Marketing from Eastern Michigan University and lives on the eastside of Detroit.

As the State of Michigan’s Office of Future Mobility and Electrification’s (OFME) mobility innovation associate director, Janine is focused on growing Michigan’s mobility and electrification ecosystem and creating safer, more equitable and environmen... Show more

Lars Baumann

Lars Baumann

Academic background:
1990-1995 Engineer Technical computer science
2005-2007 M.B.A. Human Ressource Management
2008-2010 M.Eng. Renewable Energier
2008-2012 PhD Project Management in the Middle East

Professional background:
1990 - today Entrepreneur founded 16 companies mainly in the IT and software industry
2013 - 2020 Professor for Business computing - Agile and project management
2020 - 2028 Elected as deputy mayor by the city council of Hannover

Academic background: 1990-1995 Engineer Technical computer science 2005-2007 M.B.A. Human Ressource Management 2008-2010 M.Eng. Renewable Energier 2008-2012 PhD Project Management in the Middle East Professional background: 1990 - today Entre... Show more

Greg Saunders

Greg Saunders

Greg Saunders is a Disciplined Agile Senior Scrum Master and PMP serving at the Army and Air Force Exchange Service, the Exchange, which is a $7B international retailer for America’s Soldiers, Airmen, and Guardians. He’s currently the manager of the Exchange’s Program and Project Portfolio Governance office, setting policy for and managing a $511M portfolio of 90 programs, projects, and initiatives. Previously at the Exchange he 1) served as PMO head with a team of 22, 2) served as the lead PM for the Exchange’s largest program—replacing the accounting systems; 3) worked with PM, governance, and system analyst leads to architect the transformation of the Exchange’s program management approach; 4) served as the systems portfolio manager of 51 primary HR, payroll, & data warehouse systems; and 5) served as the PMO head for a 16-person team managing a $150M portfolio of 60 projects. Prior to joining the Exchange, he ran a $2.5M/year business in a top-tier consultant firm. During his USAF career he re-established the Denver-based Air Reserve Personnel Center’s (ARPC) PMO; led the upgrade to ARPC’s portion of the Air Force Personnel Center’s call center that supports over 6 million reservists, retirees, and their surviving spouses; and as a colonel at the Pentagon served as both the USAF Reserves Comptroller and the Reservist to the AF CIO Director for Cyberspace Capabilities and Compliance, overseeing a team of 60 managing the USAF’s cyberspace capabilities, policy, and compliance. Over his 36-year career he has also become a Certified Agile Practitioner, been certified in ITIL Foundation, and been certified by the Air Force as a Lean, Six Sigma Black Belt.

Greg Saunders is a Disciplined Agile Senior Scrum Master and PMP serving at the Army and Air Force Exchange Service, the Exchange, which is a $7B international retailer for America’s Soldiers, Airmen, and Guardians. He’s currently the manager of the... Show more

Stephanie Stasey

Stephanie Stasey

Stephanie has led digital transformation and change programmes and advised on automation for some of the largest organisations in health and social care. Stephanie worked for Microsoft from 2022-2025. She advises on transformation programmes for the UK national health service (NHS) across citizen health, patient enablement, clinical employee experience, innovation and AI.

She is a true enthusiast of artificial intelligence (AI) and automation. With a career deeply rooted in AI transformation, Stephanie has become a well-known voice in the AI community. She loves sharing her insights and making complex topics easy to understand for everyone.

Stephanie's expertise spans a wide range of AI and automation topics, from machine learning to robotic process automation and the ethical considerations of AI. Her knack for breaking down complicated concepts into engaging and relatable content

Stephanie founded several initiatives including Bletchley AI User Group, where she supports and celebrates emerging talents in the AI space.

When she's not on stage, Stephanie enjoys travel, and is actively involved in women in STEM.

Stephanie has led digital transformation and change programmes and advised on automation for some of the largest organisations in health and social care. Stephanie worked for Microsoft from 2022-2025. She advises on transformation programmes for the ... Show more

Kimetha Dunn

Kimetha Dunn


Kimetha Dunn is a trailblazer in artificial intelligence (AI) and a dedicated advocate for inclusivity in tech. With a background in Speech and Communications, a Master of Education in Curriculum and Instruction, and a UX/UI Design certificate from General Assembly, Kimetha leads generative AI research at Microsoft, driving product development and mentoring emerging UX professionals. Kimetha is the founder of The Fedeila Group where they empower organizations by providing innovative AI research and ethical AI and EI (emotional intelligence) training. The Fedeila Group's mission is to ensure AI technologies are taught and implemented responsibly and effectively, fostering trust, integrity, and long-term success for all involved. Kimetha has shared her expertise at high-profile events, including Microsoft Ignite 2024, ScaleAI discussions on diversity, Blacks in Technology (BITCON) 2024 on mitigating bias in AI, and most recently as a Speaker with the National Alliance for the Advancement of Haitian Professionals (NAAHP) discussing ways to bring resources using technology to our beloved Haitian communities. Kimetha is passionate about uplifting Black women and people in AI and regularly mentors non-traditional students to break into the UX/UI field. She is involved in organizations like Black Women in AI (BWIAI), Blacks in Technology (BIT) Atlanta Chapter and is an active community leader for Interaction Design Foundation Chicago chapter (IxDF) and ADPList Atlanta Chapter. Kimetha lives by the motto. "Speak what you want until you see what you've said."

Kimetha Dunn is a trailblazer in artificial intelligence (AI) and a dedicated advocate for inclusivity in tech. With a background in Speech and Communications, a Master of Education in Curriculum and Instruction, and a UX/UI Design certificate from G... Show more

Matt Williams

Matt Williams

Founder, Snarful Solutions Group | Data & Analytics Leader | Speaker & Educator

Matt Williams is a seasoned leader in data analytics, technology strategy, and business intelligence with over 20 years of experience driving innovation in healthcare, finance, and technology sectors. As the Founder of Snarful Solutions Group, Matt specializes in micro-engagements, helping organizations leverage industry expertise in a flexible, impactful way. His work spans data strategy, analytics leadership, and IT governance, serving clients from non-profits to fintech startups and state agencies.

Beyond consulting, Matt is an adjunct faculty member at CSU Sacramento, teaching graduate coursework in healthcare IT, and a former board chair at Peach Tree Health, where he played a pivotal role in strategic oversight. A frequent conference speaker and industry thought leader, Matt is known for making complex data and technology concepts accessible, engaging, and actionable.

Matt's true strength is blending technical expertise with leadership acumen in a approachable way. Whether on stage or in the boardroom, he delivers insightful, pragmatic solutions that drive results.

Founder, Snarful Solutions Group | Data & Analytics Leader | Speaker & Educator Matt Williams is a seasoned leader in data analytics, technology strategy, and business intelligence with over 20 years of experience driving innovation in healthcare,... Show more

Josh Chanin

Josh Chanin

Josh leads transportation electrification programs for San José Clean Energy, the clean energy provider for the City of San José, and draws on 10+ years of experience in energy efficiency and transportation electrification incentive program management. He has spent the past several years focusing on increasing EV adoption for state governments and Community Choice Aggregators (CCAs), particularly in low-income and disadvantaged communities. Josh has played a key role in directing how over $50 million in funding should be spent to accelerate EV adoption, directly influencing the adoption of more than 8,000 EVs.

Josh leads transportation electrification programs for San José Clean Energy, the clean energy provider for the City of San José, and draws on 10+ years of experience in energy efficiency and transportation electrification incentive program managemen... Show more

Dario Woollover

Dario Woollover

I'm a self-taught programmer passionate about coding craftsmanship.

I'm a former disability educator and caregiver, and a former event manager.

I love photography and artisan arts.

It is rumored I'm a decent poet.

I'm a self-taught programmer passionate about coding craftsmanship. I'm a former disability educator and caregiver, and a former event manager. I love photography and artisan arts. It is rumored I'm a decent poet. Show more

Ergul Demir

Ergul Demir

Prof.Dr.Ergul Demir is an expert in the field of educational measurement and evaluation, with a particular focus on psychometric modelling, item response theory, data analysis (both quantitative and qualitative), and, more recently, educational and psychological data science.

Prof.Dr.Ergul Demir is an expert in the field of educational measurement and evaluation, with a particular focus on psychometric modelling, item response theory, data analysis (both quantitative and qualitative), and, more recently, educational and p... Show more

Christopher Burpee

Christopher Burpee

Christopher Burpee is the Director of Student Centers at University of Chicago. Chris previously worked at both Northwestern University and Northeastern Illinois University. Chris served on the Conference Program Team for the 2022 Annual Conference in Chicago. He has a Masters in Higher Education Administration and Policy from Northwestern University, and a BFA from DePaul University.

Christopher Burpee is the Director of Student Centers at University of Chicago. Chris previously worked at both Northwestern University and Northeastern Illinois University. Chris served on the Conference Program Team for the 2022 Annual Conference... Show more

Sidrah Hassan

Sidrah Hassan

Sidrah Hassan is a passionate AI Ethicist on a mission to shape technology for the greater good. With a background spanning across user research and product management Sidrah is dedicated to championing ethical design and implementation. Beyond her role as an AI Ethics Consultant at AND Digital, Sidrah also creates social media content for the BBC, shedding light on both the promises and pitfalls of AI. Through her work, she inspires others to envision a future where AI uplifts humanity and does not hinder it.

Sidrah Hassan is a passionate AI Ethicist on a mission to shape technology for the greater good. With a background spanning across user research and product management Sidrah is dedicated to championing ethical design and implementation. Beyond her r... Show more

Joe Fecarotta

Joe Fecarotta

Joe Fecarotta has been part of Agile since 2007, moving from development to project management and then ultimately agile coaching. He's used to working in large organizations such as Boeing, Accenture, and HP to bring agility and value. Frustrated by his inability to change large systems, Joe decided to get a Masters Degree in Organizational Development in 2008 and it changed him instead. Now he works in applying good change management techniques in helping organizations with their work through a generally positive disposition and a lot of coffee.

Joe Fecarotta has been part of Agile since 2007, moving from development to project management and then ultimately agile coaching. He's used to working in large organizations such as Boeing, Accenture, and HP to bring agility and value. Frustrated by... Show more

Dr. Anna Marie Frank

Dr. Anna Marie Frank

Dr. Anna Marie is a highly accomplished professional with over 20 years of experience in human health and mindset. She holds a Ph.D. in Natural Medicine, is certified as a Brain Health Professional, and has expertise in naturopathy and herbalism. She is a published author of the personal growth book, STOP BULLYING YOURSELF. She is also the host of the HAPPY WHOLE YOU Podcast. As the founder of Happy Whole You, she is dedicated to empowering individuals to reclaim their psychological and physical well-being naturally. Her personal healing journey has enhanced her professional prowess, and she continues to seek ways to inspire others to pursue their dreams and live well-rounded lives. Driven by her passion to unlock her clients' full potential, Dr. Anna Marie is actively accepting speaking engagements, workshops, and podcast guest appearances for 2025. Connect with her virtually or in person and follow her on social media. For more information, email Admin@HappyWholeYou.com

Dr. Anna Marie is a highly accomplished professional with over 20 years of experience in human health and mindset. She holds a Ph.D. in Natural Medicine, is certified as a Brain Health Professional, and has expertise in naturopathy and herbalism. She... Show more

Robin Seetz

Robin Seetz

Robin is the Lead Product Consultant for the Dutch consultancy firm Navara leading and advising large project at clients in the utilties market, finance market and government. He specializes in Evidence Based Product Management, meaning the use of data to make more informed decision from before, during and after building software. He believes that we have focussed too much on doing things right, instead of doing the right things. He lives with his family in Rotterdam, The Netherlands and enjoys a good work-out or padel match.

Robin is the Lead Product Consultant for the Dutch consultancy firm Navara leading and advising large project at clients in the utilties market, finance market and government. He specializes in Evidence Based Product Management, meaning the use of da... Show more

D. Bolar

D. Bolar

D. Bolar is a dynamic speaker and accomplished sales executive with over a decade of experience in the tech industry. As a SLED Account Executive at UiPath, D. specializes in automation, AI, and process mining, helping public sector organizations achieve digital transformation and operational excellence.

D.’s thought leadership has been featured on some of the world’s most prestigious stages, including Open Source Summit, AfroTech, KubeCon, and NXME—a leading digital tech, design, and AI conference in Dubai. With expertise in advancing diversity in technology sales, selling emerging technologies to complex buyers, and leveraging automation to address critical challenges, D. inspires audiences with actionable insights and innovative strategies.

A passionate advocate for equity and innovation in tech, D. is committed to empowering the next generation of technology leaders. Outside of work, D. enjoys Pilates, adventurous ski trips with a son, Tristan, and savoring chai tea lattes.

D. Bolar is a dynamic speaker and accomplished sales executive with over a decade of experience in the tech industry. As a SLED Account Executive at UiPath, D. specializes in automation, AI, and process mining, helping public sector organizations ach... Show more

Trish Ahjel Roberts

Trish Ahjel Roberts

Trish Ahjel Roberts is a transformational coach, leadership trainer, happiness expert, international speaker, and founder of the Mind-Blowing Happiness® professional development company. She helps leaders—especially women—discover the path to Mind-Blowing Happiness® to lead with joy, inspire productive teams, and thrive at work and home. With her unique blend of emotional intelligence, leadership insights, and wellness practices, Trish empowers audiences to create meaningful, lasting change.

An accomplished author of four books, Trish’s bestseller, 12 Steps to Mind-Blowing Happiness, earned endorsements from luminaries like Jack Canfield, Marci Shimoff, and Iyanla Vanzant. Her latest release, The Anger Myth: Understanding and Overcoming the Mental Habits That Steal Your Joy, features a foreword by Jack Canfield, has received critical acclaim from Library Journal and Booklist, and secured an international book deal.

With 20 years of corporate account management experience at leading companies like Verizon, JP Morgan, and Merrill Lynch, Trish brings a wealth of expertise to her work. Now, as the owner of a women-owned and DBE-certified small business, she supports leaders and organizations in achieving transformative personal and professional growth. She has also served on the leadership team of the Junior League of Atlanta for more than three years, advancing initiatives to empower women and children while fostering community collaboration.

As Consulting Editor for Natural Awakenings Magazine in Atlanta, Trish researches and writes on holistic health, emotional intelligence, and personal development. An MBA, master certified life coach, registered yoga and meditation instructor, and energy healer, she integrates over a decade of Buddhist study and yoga practice into her coaching programs, workshops, and retreats, promoting resilience, mindfulness, and leadership excellence.

Recognized for her impactful work, Trish has been featured on CBS46-TV Atlanta, WBLS-FM New York, V103-FM Atlanta, and numerous other media platforms. Originally from Brooklyn, NY, she now lives in the suburbs of Atlanta, GA. Whether through her books, speaking engagements, or coaching sessions, Trish is dedicated to helping leaders achieve greater peace, fulfillment, and Mind-Blowing Happiness®.

Trish Ahjel Roberts is a transformational coach, leadership trainer, happiness expert, international speaker, and founder of the Mind-Blowing Happiness® professional development company. She helps leaders—especially women—discover the path to Mind-Bl... Show more

Svetlana Dimovski, PhD

Svetlana Dimovski, PhD

Svetlana Dimovski, Ph.D., ICF-PCC, NBC-HWC, is a professional executive coach, Kellogg Executive Scholar in Leadership, and Chopra Center Certified Instructor in Primordial Sound Meditation

Svetlana Dimovski, Ph.D., ICF-PCC, NBC-HWC, is a professional executive coach, Kellogg Executive Scholar in Leadership, and Chopra Center Certified Instructor in Primordial Sound Meditation Show more

Alisson Fernandes

Alisson Fernandes

Innovation, Strategy, and Agility Consultant with 15 years of experience driving organizational and agile transformations across industries, service areas, and teams in over 15 countries.

A recognized trainer and facilitator, I have helped develop thousands of professionals in high-performance leadership, design thinking, agile principles and practices, continuous improvement, Kanban, flow metrics, and customer experience.

As a specialist in performance indicators and business metrics, I have extensive experience implementing KPIs, Balanced Scorecard (BSC), and OKRs, enabling teams to reach new performance levels through data-driven decision-making.

Passionate about mentoring and coaching, I support teams and individuals in open innovation, business agility, agile high-performance teams, continuous improvement, performance management, and value stream optimization.

A community leader and event organizer, I have played key roles in Agile Brazil, Agile Coach Camp, Caipira Ágil, Agile Beer, and Agile Campinas, bringing practitioners together to share knowledge and advance agility. As a speaker and facilitator, I have contributed to global conferences, fostering collaboration and practical learning.

Currently serving as Executive Director at Agile Alliance Brazil, I am dedicated to expanding agile practices and mindset by supporting communities and industry events nationwide.

Innovation, Strategy, and Agility Consultant with 15 years of experience driving organizational and agile transformations across industries, service areas, and teams in over 15 countries. A recognized trainer and facilitator, I have helped develop... Show more

Melanie Stütz

Melanie Stütz

Melanie Stütz ist KI-Unternehmerin, Digital-Beirätin und Co-Autorin der FAZ-Buchreihe: "Frauen schaffen Zukunft". Ihre Karriere startete sie bei Microsoft und Siemens. Für ihr erstes eigenes Unternehmen überquerte sie mit ihrem Mann im Rahmen der ARD-Koproduktion Weltflug.tv fünf Kontinente in einem "fliegenden Auto". Als CEO von IDEASCANNER, Europas größtem privat finanzierten Forschungsprojekt zu Erfolgsfaktoren von Unternehmen, demokratisiert sie das Hoheitswissen erfolgreicher Wagniskapitalgeber:innen mit KI. Als eine der "Top 50 Thought Leaders in AI" ist sie als Keynote Speakerin vom Digitalgipfel bis zum Green AI Day aktiv. Seit 2023 ist sie European Climate Pact Ambassador und unterstützt mit IDEASCANNER, dem AI Co-Entrepreneur, die Skalierung grüner Ideen für den Green Deal.

Melanie Stütz ist KI-Unternehmerin, Digital-Beirätin und Co-Autorin der FAZ-Buchreihe: "Frauen schaffen Zukunft". Ihre Karriere startete sie bei Microsoft und Siemens. Für ihr erstes eigenes Unternehmen überquerte sie mit ihrem Mann im Rahmen der ARD... Show more

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