Colette Grail is a Big Data advocate and author of The Fallacy of Laying Flat - the Fuzzy, Hairy Truth about Data Decision Making. She authors work on emerging technology, data concepts, leadership, and inspiration. Her 25+ years in the US Navy include five major commands working policy, strategy and program management. She currently works for the Cybersecurity and Infrastructure Security Agency (CISA) leading strategy development for the Emergency Communications Division. Her mission is reporting on the opportunities and challenges of the Big Data world and how Big Data is solving Big Problems.

Colette Grail is a Big Data advocate and author of The Fallacy of Laying Flat - the Fuzzy, Hairy Truth about Data Decision Making. She authors work on emerging technology, data concepts, leadership, and inspiration. Her 25+ years in the US Navy inc... Show more

Scientist and teacher by vocation
I arrived in the Power Platform world 4 years ago and I was captured by it. I believe in continuous improvement and learning.

"To excellence you have to go and knock on the door, it is an everyday job".

Scientist and teacher by vocation I arrived in the Power Platform world 4 years ago and I was captured by it. I believe in continuous improvement and learning. "To excellence you have to go and knock on the door, it is an everyday job". Show more

Engaging and funny, performance strategist and workplace satisfaction leader Elle O'Flaherty delivers game-changing messages that interweave real-world examples and cutting-edge research. Elle's presentations are full of insights, highly interactive, and fun. She helps clients tailor their professional life to their unique brains, allowing their talents and genius to shine. Following a 17+ year legal career and certifications in ICF-accredited executive, ADHD, and career coaching, Elle founded Interlace Solutions, a coaching firm that taps into clients' potential to accelerate their achievement. Her team coaches executives, executive teams, and professionals with a subspecialty in ADHD coaching.

Elle is a sought-after keynote speaker and facilitator who consistently draws large crowds. Her goal is for participants to walk away with meaty new learning for practical application. Elle has been published in national and international outlets and speaks on productivity, professional motivation, creating ADHD-friendly environments, and innovations to support mental health, among other topics. Elle is a subject matter expert on international agricultural trade, which doesn’t come up a lot. She lives in Washington, DC, with her dog Penny, the most beautiful dog in the world. And a great family, but the dog is hard to beat.

Engaging and funny, performance strategist and workplace satisfaction leader Elle O'Flaherty delivers game-changing messages that interweave real-world examples and cutting-edge research. Elle's presentations are full of insights, highly interactive,... Show more

Debra Cleaver is the Founder & CEO of VoteAmerica, a national nonpartisan nonprofit organization which conducts data-informed campaigns to register and turnout the 100+ million Americans traditionally excluded by partisan political outreach efforts. A serial founder whose previous organizations have included Vote.org (2016), ElectionDay.org (2018), Long Distance Voter (2008), and Swing the State (2004), she's been working at the intersection of technology and democracy since 2004, several years before “civic tech” and “online organization” entered the cultural lexicon. Her various organizations have collectively registered over 4 million people, conducted mass marketing campaigns reaching tens of millions, and pioneered tactics now considered industry standards. She is an alumna of Pomona College and Y Combinator, a former Draper Richards Kaplan Fellow for Social Entrepreneurship. She frequently speaks on issues impacting voter turnout and digital innovations to increase access to the polls, with appearances at events such as SXSW, Netroots Nation, Harvard Law, the Harvard School of Government, University of Michigan, SUMMIT Ideas Festival, Lesbians Who Tech, and Accelerate Good Global.

Debra Cleaver is the Founder & CEO of VoteAmerica, a national nonpartisan nonprofit organization which conducts data-informed campaigns to register and turnout the 100+ million Americans traditionally excluded by partisan political outreach efforts. ... Show more

New professional in the New Student & Family Programs office at The University of Florida

New professional in the New Student & Family Programs office at The University of Florida Show more

Ian Knight is an independent consultant specializing in digital transformation for government and public institutions. His wins include moving a 500-person survey process from email to a single platform, using generative AI to evaluate an $8 million federal program, and replacing an NGO's Rolodex and spreadsheet system with a centralized CRM. Raised in Montana, Ian has worked with Montana nonprofits and the federal government at the U.S. Department of State and U.S. Embassy in Mongolia. He is a member of the Council on Foreign Relations Young Professional Briefing Series, a 2025 World Bank Youth Summit Delegate, and a recipient of the U.S. Department of State's Citizen Diplomacy Award. Ian holds a Master of Public Administration and a B.A. in Political Science.

Ian Knight is an independent consultant specializing in digital transformation for government and public institutions. His wins include moving a 500-person survey process from email to a single platform, using generative AI to evaluate an $8 million ... Show more

Mr. Cruz is an associate who provides planning and strategic services to colleges and universities. Mr. Cruz brings a diverse range of experiences from across the entire education sector, with expertise in business operations and information technology management. A strong collaborator and relationship developer, Mr. Cruz is driven toward identifying solutions that create a bridge between institutional knowledge, strategic partnership, and operational success.

Mr. Cruz is an associate who provides planning and strategic services to colleges and universities. Mr. Cruz brings a diverse range of experiences from across the entire education sector, with expertise in business operations and information technolo... Show more

Adolfo Neto is an Associate Professor at the Federal University of Technology, Paraná since 2008. He is also the creator and co-host of the Elixir em Foco podcast, a podcast about Elixir and the BEAM in Portuguese.

Adolfo Neto is an Associate Professor at the Federal University of Technology, Paraná since 2008. He is also the creator and co-host of the Elixir em Foco podcast, a podcast about Elixir and the BEAM in Portuguese. Show more

Professor of Practice | Corporate Governance| Organizational Transformation|Leadership|Talent management
Independent Director | Executive Coach | Author | Forbes Columnist
UAE
📧 pochinokm@gmail.com | +971 52 300 9280
Brief profile
Global business leader and professor of practice with over 20 years of international experience in corporate governance, organizational behavior, leadership development and large-scale transformation. Brings a rare combination of hands-on business leadership, governance experience, academic depth and coaching practice — a mix enabling students and executives to develop sound judgment, leadership maturity and decision-making in complex and uncertain environments.
Academic Appointments
• Visiting professor of Pleakhanov University, Dubai
• Professor of business practice, Skolkovo School of Management, Matena Business School (Armenia)
• Teaching experience: 15+ years (high and exective education)
Teaching areas
• Personal strategy and career development
• Talent management and HR
• Organizational behavior and leadership
• Change management
• Teaming
• Future readiness and resilience
• Managing mind to achieve great results

Professional Experience
• Independent director and Board advisor (public and private companies)
Award: Best Independent Director of Russia, 2023
• Senior leadership roles: Auriga (IT), TNK-BP (oil and gas), Philips (consumer electronics), Sberbank (fintech)
• Vice President of Workforce, Sochi 2014 Olympic and Paralympic Games
Led workforce strategy for 75,000+ employees and volunteers
• IOC Expert (People management and executive coaching)
Tokyo 2020, PyeongChang 2018, Beijing 2019, Baku 2019, Sarajevo 2018, Paris 2024
Publications
• Author of 3 books on leadership
• Forbes columnist (governance, leadership, organizational change)
Education
• PhD, Applied Mathematics & Computer Science, Moscow State University
• Corporate MBA, INSEAD
• Strategic HR Certification, Thunderbird School of Global Management
• Strategic Innovation in Business, Oxford Saïd Business School
• Prosci Change Management Certification
• Neurochangesolutions
• Certified in Game Change Index, Immunity to Change (Robert Kegan), Leadership Maturity Framework (Susanne Cook-Greuter), Marshall Goldsmith Stakeholder-Centered Coaching, Team Coaching (David Clutterbuck), TMSDI, and other methodologies. Additionally certified in the HeartMath Coherence Approach, integrating heart-focused practices into leadership and resilience training.
Languages
English (fluent) | Russian (native)

Professor of Practice | Corporate Governance| Organizational Transformation|Leadership|Talent management Independent Director | Executive Coach | Author | Forbes Columnist UAE 📧 pochinokm@gmail.com | +971 52 300 9280 Brief profile G... Show more

Felicity Patrick is a Lead Network Architect with more than 20 years building and securing network infrastructure across federal environments, including federal health IT, with prior service as a CIO. A Marine Corps veteran and former CCIE, she is pursuing a PhD in Cyber Leadership at Capitol Technology University, where her research treats documentation failure and technical debt as governance risks. She works at the intersection of hands-on infrastructure and the decisions that govern it.

Felicity Patrick is a Lead Network Architect with more than 20 years building and securing network infrastructure across federal environments, including federal health IT, with prior service as a CIO. A Marine Corps veteran and former CCIE, she is pu... Show more

Andy Lehren is investigations editor for Mongabay, a leading global environmental news organization. He is director of investigative reporting at CUNY’s Graduate School of Journalism. On the IRE Board of Directors. Former investigative reporter for The New York Times and NBC News. Won 100+ journalism honors, including Polk, Peabody, Emmys, multiple IRE awards, contributed to a Pulitzer and part of a Pulitzer finalist team. Works extensively in data journalism, including for NICAR.

Andy Lehren is investigations editor for Mongabay, a leading global environmental news organization. He is director of investigative reporting at CUNY’s Graduate School of Journalism. On the IRE Board of Directors. Former investigative reporter for T... Show more

Anja Lorenz ist Instructional Designerin am Institut für Interaktive Systeme an der Technischen Hochschule Lübeck. Nach ihrem Studium der Medieninformatik an der Technischen Universität Dresden setzte sie ihre wissenschaftlichen Schwerpunkte in den Bereichen E-Learning, Social Media und Open Education. Seit 2013 entwickelt und erforscht sie MOOCs in unterschiedlichen Formaten und engagiert sich für OER und Open Access. Sie hofft, dass die Internetkompetenz im Wissenschaftsbetrieb bald dafür sorgt, dass sie keine Vitas mehr schreiben muss.

Anja Lorenz ist Instructional Designerin am Institut für Interaktive Systeme an der Technischen Hochschule Lübeck. Nach ihrem Studium der Medieninformatik an der Technischen Universität Dresden setzte sie ihre wissenschaftlichen Schwerpunkte in den B... Show more

Tricia Zarevich
Executive Assistant to the Superintendent and Board of Trustees
Los Gatos-Saratoga Union High School District

Tricia is a seasoned leader with over 14 years of experience as an Executive Assistant, providing crucial support to Superintendents, Boards of Trustees, and Public Information Officers. Her dedication to education extends far beyond administrative tasks. A true visionary, she founded California's first statewide listserv for Executive and Administrative Assistants in education, which is now run by three EAs, creating a vital collaborative network. Tricia's leadership is characterized by unwavering staff support, a deep community commitment, and a focus on collaborative processes. She actively seeks input from school site staff to ensure the District Office meets their needs. Recognized for her problem-solving skills, professionalism, and passion, Tricia is known for her thoughtful and diplomatic approach. Her collaborative spirit is further demonstrated by her partnerships with organizations like the Small School Districts Association (SSDA), California School Public Relations Association (CalSPRA), and her service on the CSBA Executive Assistant Advisory Committee. Is a frequent presenter for ACSA CEL, ACSA Leadership Academy, ACSA EA Trainings, CalSPRA, CSBA, SSDA, and the EA Listserv. Also has co-facilitated a virtual training session for the Arizona School Boards Association Executive Assistants.

Tricia Zarevich Executive Assistant to the Superintendent and Board of Trustees Los Gatos-Saratoga Union High School District Tricia is a seasoned leader with over 14 years of experience as an Executive Assistant, providing crucial support to Su... Show more

J'ai toujours cultivé une certaine polyvalence dont les différentes facettes s'enrichissent mutuellement.
Coach professionnel et agiliste, j'écoute et je questionne individus et organisations pour les aider à clarifier leurs problématiques et à construire leurs propres solutions.

J'ai toujours cultivé une certaine polyvalence dont les différentes facettes s'enrichissent mutuellement. Coach professionnel et agiliste, j'écoute et je questionne individus et organisations pour les aider à clarifier leurs problématiques et à cons... Show more

Shubhendu is a seasoned cybersecurity professional with a specialization in cloud security,Red Teaming. With five years of experience, he has honed his skills in threat hunting, drawing inspiration from his survival instincts developed while watching Bear Grylls shows. Shubhendu is an active open-source contributor to popular repositories like Docker Extensions and Microsoft Sentinel, DevSecOps Repo.

He holds five Azure certifications and has been recognized as a Kusto Golden Awardee, earning the title of Principal Detective Agent. His blog was ranked 24th in the Azure Blog-A-Thon 2021 by Microsoft.

Shubhendu is also a community leader, organizing multiple meetups such as Docker Bangalore and the Azure Developer Community. As a subject matter expert on Hack The Box, he enjoys playing Capture The Flag (CTF) challenges.

Shubhendu is a seasoned cybersecurity professional with a specialization in cloud security,Red Teaming. With five years of experience, he has honed his skills in threat hunting, drawing inspiration from his survival instincts developed while watchin... Show more

Elena Simciuc — CEO of LevelUP Academy, PhD in Economics. Expert with 15+ years of experience in managing innovation projects (budgets exceeding €3.5 million). Specialist in attracting non-reimbursable EU funding for digital projects. A practitioner who personally implements AI bots and agents for HR, education, and marketing. International speaker and Web Summit participant.

Elena Simciuc — CEO of LevelUP Academy, PhD in Economics. Expert with 15+ years of experience in managing innovation projects (budgets exceeding €3.5 million). Specialist in attracting non-reimbursable EU funding for digital projects. A practitioner ... Show more

Dr. Monifa McKnight is an accomplished executive leader, governance strategist, and former Superintendent of Montgomery County Public Schools, one of the largest school districts in the United States. With more than 25 years of experience leading complex institutions, she is known for guiding organizations through high-stakes transitions, strengthening governance, and building resilient, people-centered leadership cultures. As Founder of McKnight Lotus Leadership Group, she advises executives and boards on leadership strategy, crisis navigation, and sustainable performance. She also serves as a leadership coach for the University of Maryland’s Central Office Leadership Academy (COLA) and holds board roles with Bowie State University, Africa University, and the National Capital Area Council of Scouting America.

Dr. Monifa McKnight is an accomplished executive leader, governance strategist, and former Superintendent of Montgomery County Public Schools, one of the largest school districts in the United States. With more than 25 years of experience leading com... Show more

Wanda Möller

Aktuell Themen: Zukunftsfähige Lehrprofessionalität

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Hari Vamsi Krishna is a wastewater infrastructure analytics specialist focused on GIS, spatial-temporal analytics, and data-driven decision-making for municipal infrastructure systems. His work combines geospatial intelligence, condition assessment analytics, enterprise data management, and business intelligence to support infrastructure planning, rehabilitation prioritization, and operational performance improvement. He has experience developing analytical frameworks, dashboards, and digital workflows using GIS, Power BI, Python, and enterprise geodatabases. His research and speaking interests include infrastructure intelligence, predictive analytics, sewer rehabilitation planning, and digital transformation in utility asset management.

Hari Vamsi Krishna is a wastewater infrastructure analytics specialist focused on GIS, spatial-temporal analytics, and data-driven decision-making for municipal infrastructure systems. His work combines geospatial intelligence, condition assessment a... Show more

Espen Holtebu started his career as a solar engineer before moving into data engineering. A strong foundation in SQL and analytical thinking made the transition natural and fun.

Today Espen works with modern data platforms in the public sector, helping teams navigate the shift from legacy, GUI‑based tooling to code‑driven, transparent workflows. He focuses on practical enablement, organizational change, and building sustainable ways of working with data at scale.

Outside of work, Espen enjoys fishing and spending time in nature with his family.

Espen Holtebu started his career as a solar engineer before moving into data engineering. A strong foundation in SQL and analytical thinking made the transition natural and fun. Today Espen works with modern data platforms in the public sector, he... Show more

Prior to becoming the Senior Assessment Strategist at Riverside Insights, Dr. Lisa Micou championed students’ social-emotional needs as the Intervention & Training Specialist for Social Emotional Learning in a large division in VA, as a nationally certified school psychologist at both the elementary and high school levels in suburban Chicago and VA, and as an SEL4VA Leadership Team Member. She received her master’s and doctorate in psychology at Northern Illinois University and earned her post-master’s certificate in Educational Leadership & Policy Studies from the University of Richmond where she now serves as an adjunct professor.

Prior to becoming the Senior Assessment Strategist at Riverside Insights, Dr. Lisa Micou championed students’ social-emotional needs as the Intervention & Training Specialist for Social Emotional Learning in a large division in VA, as a nationally ce... Show more

Dr. Richard L. Watkins is a scientist, strategist, and advocate working at the intersection of research, policy, and society. He is the Founder, Chairman, and CEO of The Science Policy Action Network, Inc. (SPAN), where he is responsible for setting the organization’s overall direction and service strategy. He leads the development of SPAN’s consulting offerings and operational infrastructure, with a focus on impact across education, innovation, and public health.

Dr. Watkins holds a Ph.D. in Microbiology and Immunology from the University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill and a B.S. in Psychology from Fayetteville State University. His scientific background informs a systems-level approach to policy advising and program design, particularly in areas such as school safety, mental health, and science-based governance.

A dynamic communicator and bridge-builder, Dr. Watkins also hosts The Richard Watkins Podcast, a platform for thought leaders across disciplines. His work continues to shape public conversations and institutional strategies through science, equity, and community engagement.

Dr. Richard L. Watkins is a scientist, strategist, and advocate working at the intersection of research, policy, and society. He is the Founder, Chairman, and CEO of The Science Policy Action Network, Inc. (SPAN), where he is responsible for setting ... Show more

Aufgewachsen in einem mehrsprachigen Umfeld, interessiere ich mich besonders dafür, wie Sprachen erworben werden und wie sich das eigene Selbstbild in verschiedenen Sprachen verändert. Fachlich liegen meine Schwerpunkte auf Mehrsprachigkeit, kultursensibler Sprachbildung und kritischen Perspektiven auf Native-Speakerism.

Aufgewachsen in einem mehrsprachigen Umfeld, interessiere ich mich besonders dafür, wie Sprachen erworben werden und wie sich das eigene Selbstbild in verschiedenen Sprachen verändert. Fachlich liegen meine Schwerpunkte auf Mehrsprachigkeit, kulturse... Show more

Susi Bauer (She/her or They/them) is a freelance ADHD Coach, Facilitator, Training Designer, and consultant.

After a decade in the video games industry, she changed career paths following a late ADHD diagnosis. Her mission is to share kind conversations, knowledge, and tools with individuals and organisations to foster growth. Susi loves to collaborate to find better answers to old questions and create spaces where everyone's needs are recognised and met.

As a coach, she helps people embrace their authentic, curious selves. She's qualified in Knowledge-Based Coaching & ADHD Coaching and often works with adults with ADHD, entry- to mid-level managers, career changers, and leaders of volunteer organisations.
She also offers training, facilitation, and consulting to organisations and teams.

Susi Bauer (She/her or They/them) is a freelance ADHD Coach, Facilitator, Training Designer, and consultant. After a decade in the video games industry, she changed career paths following a late ADHD diagnosis. Her mission is to share kind convers... Show more

Sainan Zhang is a Programme Specialist on Megatrends in the Programme Division at UNFPA Headquarters. Her work focuses on exploring the linkages between population dynamics, megatrends, and broader sustainable development issues. She has worked on projects including geospatial analysis for climate change and population vulnerability mapping, degree of urbanization, demographic dividend, small area estimation, and mapping access to family planning and sexual and reproductive health services. She also supports countries in building national capacity for census data analysis.

Her technical expertise includes geospatial analysis, statistics, demographic analysis, and data visualization. Previously, she worked with the Chinese central government and international organizations on UN- and EC-funded sustainable development projects. She holds a Ph.D. in Sustainability and an M.Sc. in Urban Environmental Management.

Sainan Zhang is a Programme Specialist on Megatrends in the Programme Division at UNFPA Headquarters. Her work focuses on exploring the linkages between population dynamics, megatrends, and broader sustainable development issues. She has worked on pr... Show more

Ayubu Mohamed is a Technical Program Manager at Swahilipot Hub Foundation and a digital talent ecosystem builder working at the intersection of technology, data, and youth opportunity creation.

He designs programs that equip young people with digital skills and structured pathways into meaningful careers in the digital economy. His work focuses on building data-driven, people-centered systems that integrate digital literacy, analytics, and AI to improve youth program design and outcomes.

He is also a Career and Transformative Coach under the ICF Global Foundation Scholarship and a Directorate Member at the Global Entrepreneurs and Leaders Academy, contributing to leadership and ecosystem development across Africa.

Ayubu Mohamed is a Technical Program Manager at Swahilipot Hub Foundation and a digital talent ecosystem builder working at the intersection of technology, data, and youth opportunity creation. He designs programs that equip young people with dig... Show more

Ariane Djeupang is a ML Engineer and Project/Program Manager, a Microsoft MVP Awardee passionate about fostering community growth and innovation in the tech industry.
She is dedicated to promoting diversity and inclusion, actively participating in the tech and non-tech communities and other initiatives that empower underrepresented groups in technology.
Her commitment to mentorship and community-driven change drives her efforts to create supportive environments where everyone can thrive and excel, and have a sincere sense of belonging.

Ariane Djeupang is a ML Engineer and Project/Program Manager, a Microsoft MVP Awardee passionate about fostering community growth and innovation in the tech industry. She is dedicated to promoting diversity and inclusion, actively participating in ... Show more

Twenty Years of Agile Coaching and Leadership. Author of Guiding Star OKRs, Monotasking and Pomodoro books.

Twenty Years of Agile Coaching and Leadership. Author of Guiding Star OKRs, Monotasking and Pomodoro books. Show more

Heather joined the California AfterSchool Network (CAN) team as the Policy and Outreach Director in December 2018. She previously worked for the Expanded Learning Division at the California Department of Education where she oversaw the development and implementation of strategic plan efforts that reshaped the Division to focus on providing high-quality expanded learning opportunities for California’s youth. She currently oversees CAN’s work around advocacy and policy,
data and research, communications and events, and other outreach efforts. Heather has over 14 years of publicly policy experience starting with her participation in the California Executive Fellowship program, and specifically over 10 years supporting afterschool/expanded learning programs. Heather received her BA in Political Science from CSU Fullerton and was part of the 8th cohort of White-Riley-Peterson Policy Fellows.

Heather joined the California AfterSchool Network (CAN) team as the Policy and Outreach Director in December 2018. She previously worked for the Expanded Learning Division at the California Department of Education where she oversaw the development an... Show more

Andrea Moysen ist in der Wissens- und Technologietransferabteilung der Ostfalia Hochschule für angewandte Wissenschaften die Schnittstelle zwischen Internationalisierung und dem Projekt „Transfer und Transformation“. Ein strategisches Ziel des Projekts besteht darin, Forschungsprojekte und die Entstehung von Wissen für verschiedene Zielgruppen zugänglich und erlebbar zu machen. Als zertifizierte interkulturelle Trainerin fördert sie die Zusammenarbeit zwischen Menschen mit vielfältigen kulturellen und beruflichen Hintergründen und schafft so wichtige Voraussetzungen für einen offenen und inklusiven Wissensaustausch. Ihr Masterabschluss in Interkultureller Wirtschaftskommunikation befähigt sie dazu, komplexe Inhalte zielgruppengerecht aufzubereiten und in unterschiedlichen Kontexten verständlich zu vermitteln. Derzeit erweitert sie ihr Profil durch ein Zweitstudium der Psychologie. Dadurch baut sie ihre Kompetenzen im Verständnis von menschlichem Verhalten, Motivation sowie Team- und Gruppendynamiken weiter aus. Dies ist ein entscheidender Beitrag, um Wissenstransfer wirksam, partizipativ und nachhaltig zu gestalten.

Andrea Moysen ist in der Wissens- und Technologietransferabteilung der Ostfalia Hochschule für angewandte Wissenschaften die Schnittstelle zwischen Internationalisierung und dem Projekt „Transfer und Transformation“. Ein strategisches Ziel des Proje... Show more