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

Patrick Dunn

Patrick Dunn

Patrick Dunn is a keynote speaker, workshop facilitator, and leadership development consultant with 30 years of experience leading high-stakes global teams in operational resilience — disaster recovery, business continuity, and crisis management.

He works with leaders who are performing at a high level and want to keep performing — without losing themselves in the process. His keynotes and workshops draw on three decades of real-world experience in rooms where the wrong call had real consequences, combined with a storytelling approach shaped by folklorist Sandy Ives and author Stephen King.

Patrick is the author of Lead with Soul: How to Lead When Running on Empty and the creator of the Lead with Soul framework — built on four pillars: Presence, Purpose, Renewal, and Service. His keynote Your Resilience Is Killing You speaks directly to the hidden cost of sustained high-stakes leadership, while Strong Enough to Break reframes what it means to lead with endurance and depth.

He is a three-time NCAA Division I All-American and nationally ranked mascot at the University of Maine, a former Fortune 200 resilience leader, and an active member of the Association of Continuity Professionals and Disaster Recovery Journal communities.
Patrick has delivered keynotes and leadership sessions across association, corporate, healthcare, and government audiences. He is based in Reno, Nevada and speaks throughout the United States.

Website: https://www.patrickdunnintl.com
Speaker Reel: https://youtu.be/SmgmQcj0Hxg

Patrick Dunn is a keynote speaker, workshop facilitator, and leadership development consultant with 30 years of experience leading high-stakes global teams in operational resilience — disaster recovery, business continuity, and crisis management. ... Show more

Dr. Walter Copeland II

Dr. Walter Copeland II

Dr. Walter E. Copeland II is an AI strategist, professor, and public health leader who holds a Doctor of Medical Science and specializes in AI applications in business and health sciences. He helps organizations translate emerging technologies into practical strategies that improve decision-making, performance, and real-world outcomes.

With a multidisciplinary perspective spanning AI, leadership, healthcare, and business, he is known for connecting innovation to execution. As founder of Health is Wealth Coaching Group, he speaks on AI, leadership, and innovation, helping organizations turn emerging ideas into practical action.

Dr. Walter E. Copeland II is an AI strategist, professor, and public health leader who holds a Doctor of Medical Science and specializes in AI applications in business and health sciences. He helps organizations translate emerging technologies into p... Show more

Christopher Hadnagy

Christopher Hadnagy

Chris Hadnagy is the Founder and CEO of Social-Engineer, LLC. During Chris’ 19 years in information security, he created the world’s first social engineering framework and newsletter. He has also hosted the first social engineering-based podcast. Chris is the Founder, Executive Director, and Board Member, for the Innocent Lives Foundation, a nonprofit organization that identifies anonymous child predators and helps bring them to justice.
Having written five books on social engineering, Chris is also a well-known author. His most recent book, “Human Hacking: Win Friends, Influence People and Leave Them Better Off for Having Met You,” was released January 5, 2021.

Chris leads the way in educating people about social engineering. He created the world’s first Social Engineering Capture the Flag (SECTF) to raise awareness of this serious threat. Chris is also an Adjunct Professor of Social Engineering for the University of Arizona’s NSA designated Center of Academic Excellence in Cyber Operations (CAE-CO). And he also lectures and teaches about social engineering around the globe. Moreover, he was invited to speak at the Pentagon and other high-security facilities.

Chris works with some of the world’s leaders in scientific research for the purpose of acquiring a deeper understanding of social engineering. Notably, Chris authored a book with Dr. Paul Ekman regarding the use of nonverbal communication by social engineers.

Chris is certified as an Offensive Security Certified Professional (OSCP), as well as an Offensive Security Wireless Professional (OSWP). He is also the creator of the Social Engineering Pentest Professional (SEPP), Certified Ethical Social Engineer (CESE), and Master’s Level Social Engineering (MLSE), certifications.

Chris has consulted on security topics in many industries from medical, legal, manufactory, government and critical infrastructure.

Chris Hadnagy is the Founder and CEO of Social-Engineer, LLC. During Chris’ 19 years in information security, he created the world’s first social engineering framework and newsletter. He has also hosted the first social engineering-based podcast. Chr... Show more

Florencia Gabriele

Florencia Gabriele

Florencia Gabriele, PhD, is an economics professor, instructional designer, and speaker specializing in artificial intelligence in education, inclusive teaching, authentic assessment, and faculty development. She teaches economics and personal finance and works with educators across disciplines to design more engaging, accessible, and student-centered learning experiences.

Her work focuses on helping faculty and institutions use AI in practical, thoughtful ways to improve teaching, support diverse learners, and strengthen course design. She is especially interested in Universal Design for Learning (UDL), accessibility, and the role of AI in creating more flexible and equitable educational environments.

Florencia has presented on topics including AI-powered teaching, assessment in the age of AI, economics and personal finance education, and AI-supported inclusive course design. She works with educators, schools, and organizations in both English- and Spanish-speaking contexts, bringing an international and interdisciplinary perspective to her sessions.

Her presentations are known for being practical, engaging, and immediately useful, with strategies participants can apply right away in their own classrooms and programs.

Florencia Gabriele, PhD, is an economics professor, instructional designer, and speaker specializing in artificial intelligence in education, inclusive teaching, authentic assessment, and faculty development. She teaches economics and personal financ... Show more

Sonya Andrew

Sonya Andrew

Dr. Sonya Andrew is a public administration scholar, researcher, and speaker whose work sits at a critical and largely unexplored intersection: how media shapes and distorts the delivery of public policy, particularly for Black and marginalized communities.

Drawing on her doctoral dissertation at the University of Southern California, Dr. Andrew makes the case that public policy has a media problem — and the field has been slow to recognize it. Her research traces how media narratives have historically undermined equitable policy implementation, from Jim Crow-era rhetoric to present-day communications failures in government institutions.

Her presentations challenge practitioners, academics, and policymakers to confront two urgent realities: the field needs rigorous research into how media influence public policy outcomes, and public agencies must build their own independent, well-resourced media arms if they want their work to reach and serve the people who need it most.

Dr. Andrew has delivered paid presentations for institutions, including California State University, Long Beach. She brings a rare combination of scholarly rigor, lived perspective, and actionable insight, making her a compelling voice for conferences, academic programs, government agencies, and policy organizations.

Dr. Sonya Andrew is a public administration scholar, researcher, and speaker whose work sits at a critical and largely unexplored intersection: how media shapes and distorts the delivery of public policy, particularly for Black and marginalized commu... Show more

Cara Holt

Cara Holt

Cara Holt is a leadership and enablement speaker with a lifelong passion for helping people find their voice and perform at their best. She began public speaking at the age of eight, consistently winning speech competitions through high school and college, long before she realized it would become a defining part of her career.

In her third year as an educator, Cara transitioned from the classroom to training adults, quickly becoming a sought-after professional learning facilitator. She has presented at both state and national conferences and served as a national speaker for the Bill and Melinda Gates Foundation’s ECET2 initiative, supporting educators across the country in building confidence, instructional expertise, and sustainable systems for learning.

Over the course of her career, Cara has trained teachers and leaders nationwide and now applies that same learning science and human-centered approach to enablement, where she trains and coaches sales professionals daily. In 2025, she spoke at the Sales Enablement Collective, where a spontaneous conversation with an attendee’s leadership team led to a virtual speaking invitation and a defining moment: when asked how long she had been motivational speaking, her honest answer was “since 12 p.m. today.” That moment clarified what had been true all along—speaking is not new for her; claiming it publicly was.

As a busy mom of four, Cara brings a grounded, real-world perspective to the stage. She speaks on leadership, enablement, spirituality, gentle parenting, and raising self-aware, resilient kids, meeting audiences where they are and helping them grow with intention. Her talks blend credibility, authenticity, and actionable insight, leaving people both inspired and equipped.

Cara Holt is a leadership and enablement speaker with a lifelong passion for helping people find their voice and perform at their best. She began public speaking at the age of eight, consistently winning speech competitions through high school and co... Show more

Kevin Rank

Kevin Rank

Kevin Rank is an AI Fellow at Boise State University College of Business, an Institutional AI Catalyst for the Idaho State Board, and a lecturer teaching Generative AI, Business Intelligence, and data-driven decision making. He brings over 30 years of IT industry experience and focuses on how emerging technologies actually change the way people work… when they’re used intentionally.

Kevin’s work centers on practical AI adoption. His approach is simple: use Generative AI to learn faster, work smarter, and free up time for higher-value thinking. Rather than treating AI as a theoretical concept or a novelty, he focuses on real workflows that reduce friction, improve decision-making, and compound over time.

He teaches Boise State’s first dedicated Generative AI courses, where students learn how to collaborate with AI responsibly while building durable skills they can carry into any field. He also works with faculty, professionals, and organizations to help them move beyond experimentation toward repeatable, trustworthy AI systems.

Kevin Rank is an AI Fellow at Boise State University College of Business, an Institutional AI Catalyst for the Idaho State Board, and a lecturer teaching Generative AI, Business Intelligence, and data-driven decision making. He brings over 30 years o... Show more

Michael Braun

Michael Braun

56 - verheiratet - 3 erwachsene Kinder - natur und insbesondere Berge verbunden.
mehr als 25 Jahre Erfahrung im Bereich PeopleDevelopment und PeopleManagement (angestellt und selbstständig)
14 Jahre Geschäftsführer bei :verteko Unternehmen für systematische Personalentwicklung
6 Jahre Führungskraft Deutsche Telekom IT
Seit Anfang des Jahres unterstütze ich als CPO (Chief Passion Officer) der Passioneers GmbH mit all meiner Leidenschaft unsere Kunden neue, menschenzentrierte und nachhaltige Wege in der Unternehmensentwicklung zu gehen.

56 - verheiratet - 3 erwachsene Kinder - natur und insbesondere Berge verbunden. mehr als 25 Jahre Erfahrung im Bereich PeopleDevelopment und PeopleManagement (angestellt und selbstständig) 14 Jahre Geschäftsführer bei :verteko Unternehmen für syst... Show more

John Mead

John Mead

John Mead is a youth development speaker and entrepreneur dedicated to helping young people recognize their potential and change the trajectory of their lives. For 15 years, John worked inside a juvenile detention center, where he witnessed firsthand how environment, mindset, and opportunity shape the choices young people make.

Those experiences transformed his perspective and inspired him to build a mission focused on empowering youth through empathy, accountability, and growth mindset. Today, John is the founder of MVA Wellness, where he delivers workshops and talks that help students develop self-awareness, resilience, and self-efficacy.

Through powerful storytelling and real-life lessons from working with justice-involved youth, John helps students challenge limiting beliefs and recognize the power they have to rewrite their future. His work focuses on leadership, personal responsibility, and helping young people believe in what is truly possible for their lives.

John Mead is a youth development speaker and entrepreneur dedicated to helping young people recognize their potential and change the trajectory of their lives. For 15 years, John worked inside a juvenile detention center, where he witnessed firsthand... Show more

Tomasz Osmanowski

Tomasz Osmanowski

I started my journey in software development in 2002, inspired by Stephen Prat's book "C++ Primer Plus" when I was 13 years old. Today, as a Regional Fujitsu Distinguished Engineer, I lead IT projects from proof of concept through to delivery and maintenance phases. My experience spans various business sectors, including retail, legal, and defense, and encompasses frameworks such as .NET, Angular, React, and SQL, as well as platforms like Azure, AWS, and Kubernetes (K8s).

I am a Microsoft MVP and a Microsoft MCT. I mentor students from high school and up through an education program I created myself, with its products now thriving independently thanks to collaboration within our TechMentoringPL group. I strongly believe in the benefits of lifelong learning and sharing knowledge, aiming to make IT less intimidating for young adults, future tech leaders - this is the goal of the TechMentoringPL group. To keep my skills sharp, I am currently pursuing the Executive Education program at UC Berkeley Haas.

I started my journey in software development in 2002, inspired by Stephen Prat's book "C++ Primer Plus" when I was 13 years old. Today, as a Regional Fujitsu Distinguished Engineer, I lead IT projects from proof of concept through to delivery and mai... Show more

Bishop Elias Lorenzo

Bishop Elias Lorenzo

Bishop Elias Lorenzo was born in Brooklyn in October 1960 and raised in Sunset Park, where he attended a parish elementary school that helped shape his early understanding of faith, learning, and community life. Growing up in this environment taught him the value of steady routines, careful study, and a sense of responsibility toward others. These early influences encouraged him to develop habits that supported personal growth and service. Over time, the lessons he gained in childhood guided him toward a vocation centered on humility, dedication, and a willingness to learn at every stage.

Bishop Elias continued his education at a Catholic college, where he completed a degree in philosophy before entering a Benedictine monastery to begin religious life. When he professed vows in the mid-1980s, he embraced the rhythm of prayer, work, and community that shapes monastic living. He was later ordained a priest, taking on responsibilities that required thoughtful attention to both spiritual and practical needs. Through these early years, he grew in his understanding of how patient listening and steady guidance foster trust and support within a faith community.

Lorenzo began his ministry as a teacher at a secondary school connected to his monastery. He taught religion, helped organize retreats, and supported students through service programs that encouraged them to grow academically, socially, and spiritually. His work placed him in direct contact with young people, helping him understand their hopes and challenges. As his responsibilities expanded, he also collaborated with administrators and the school’s board. Despite these added tasks, he continued teaching because he believed meaningful leadership begins with personal engagement.

Bishop Elias Lorenzo deepened his ministry through advanced academic studies. He completed graduate work in liturgical theology, gaining insight into how worship nurtures community life and shapes shared experiences of faith. He later pursued studies in counseling, learning practical ways to support individuals facing emotional and personal difficulties. He then completed formal studies in canon law, preparing him to help religious communities navigate governance and pastoral care matters. These combined disciplines strengthened his ability to serve consistently, clearly, and with understanding.

Bishop Elias accepted leadership roles within monastic communities in the United States and abroad. He first served as prior at his home abbey before assuming the same position at an international Benedictine community in Rome. There, he worked with members from many nations, gaining experience in cross-cultural cooperation across diverse environments. He later represented monastic communities in matters requiring communication with the Vatican. These responsibilities broadened his awareness of global religious life and strengthened his appreciation for the varied needs of communities worldwide.

Lorenzo contributed to international Benedictine education by supporting programs that enhanced academic formation and spiritual development in schools across several continents. His background as a teacher helped him connect easily with educators, students, and administrators. In addition to his educational involvement, he participated in humanitarian medical missions in several countries, supporting teams and providing assistance as needed. These experiences reinforced his belief that service thrives when approached with openness, humility, and respect for different cultures.

Bishop Elias R Lorenzo remained committed to promoting safe environments and responsible structures within religious and educational settings. He worked with organizations focused on protecting vulnerable individuals and establishing procedures that encourage transparency and accountability. He also served in diocesan roles requiring thoughtful communication with clergy, religious communities, and laypeople. Through this work, he became known for his steady approach to addressing concerns and his dedication to building trust within institutions.

Bishop Lorenzo was appointed an auxiliary bishop in 2020 and later received episcopal consecration in the cathedral of his archdiocese. In this role, he serves a large county, supporting parishes, pastoral programs, administrative needs, and canonical matters. His daily responsibilities require careful judgment, clear communication, and a willingness to understand the situations of diverse communities. He continues to approach these duties with humility, seeking to guide and support others through steady and thoughtful service.

Bishop Elias Lorenzo offers an example of leadership formed through gradual growth, quiet dedication, and consistent commitment. His life reflects how meaningful influence develops not through sudden recognition but through the accumulation of small, faithful actions. Those who know his journey often observe his attentive manner and his readiness to serve wherever needed. His path encourages others to see that lasting contributions arise from patience, integrity, and a sincere desire to support others' well-being.

Bishop Elias Lorenzo was born in Brooklyn in October 1960 and raised in Sunset Park, where he attended a parish elementary school that helped shape his early understanding of faith, learning, and community life. Growing up in this environment taught ... Show more

Linda Bartholme

Linda Bartholme

Linda Bartholme is a Certified Heroic Performance Coach, Mental Fitness Trainer with Positive Intelligence®, and former French Immersion middle years teacher who understands firsthand what educators face. With Master's degrees in Kinesiology and French Language & Literature, she blends research-based tools with compassion, humour, and lived experience as a teacher, mother, immigrant, and coach.
Through her coaching and consulting practice, Linda delivers interactive workshops helping teams and educators build resilient mindsets and sustainable routines. She has facilitated sessions for SD71, CSF, Athena Collective, the City of Courtenay, Town of Comox, CFB Comox, Réseau-Femmes C.-B., and the SDE. She is known for making mindset tools practical and immediately usable.
Curious what others are saying? Her Google Business Profile (https://share.google/4H6zat05iLfPfcdqD) includes reviews and stories from those she has supported.
LinkedIn Profile: www.linkedin.com/in/bethrivingmomstoday

Linda Bartholme is a Certified Heroic Performance Coach, Mental Fitness Trainer with Positive Intelligence®, and former French Immersion middle years teacher who understands firsthand what educators face. With Master's degrees in Kinesiology and Fren... Show more

Rajesh Pandit

Rajesh Pandit

Rajesh Pandit is a law enforcement Officer and Harvard Kennedy School graduate with expertise in public policy, investigations, Disaster Management and human rights–centered policing. As a Police Officer, he has led complex investigations while advancing institutional accountability, community engagement, and the protection of vulnerable populations. His work bridges frontline policing with policy reform, focusing on building secure, just, and equitable public institutions.

Rajesh Pandit is a law enforcement Officer and Harvard Kennedy School graduate with expertise in public policy, investigations, Disaster Management and human rights–centered policing. As a Police Officer, he has led complex investigations while adva... Show more

Alberto Castillo

Alberto Castillo

Alberto Castillo Aroca has emerged as one of the most prominent figures in the global AI landscape, particularly in the niche of Humanitarian AI. As an Economist with a Master’s degree in Bioinformatics and Biostatistics, he sits at the unique intersection of complex data science, social impact, and technology policy.

​Currently, he serves as the Product Manager for ANTICIPA at the French NGO 3iS. Under his leadership, the platform was recently selected by Google.org as one of only 20 initiatives globally—out of over 3,000 proposals—to win the Generative AI Impact Challenge.

​Unlike many AI experts who focus solely on commercial software, Alberto leads engineering projects that are actively saving lives in Colombia, Nigeria, Ethiopia, and the Amazon. His work utilizes advanced architectures involving Gemini, Mastra AI, and GraphRAG to help vulnerable communities manage environmental risks and disasters through accessible interfaces like WhatsApp.

​He is a recognized expert in bridging the gap between advanced Enterprise AI architectures and real-world deployment in low-connectivity environments. Beyond his technical work, Alberto is deeply involved in tech governance, having recently presented formal AI regulation proposals to the Senate of the Dominican Republic. He is currently one of the strongest voices advocating for the use of Agentic Systems to solve complex, systemic crises in the Global South.

Alberto Castillo Aroca has emerged as one of the most prominent figures in the global AI landscape, particularly in the niche of Humanitarian AI. As an Economist with a Master’s degree in Bioinformatics and Biostatistics, he sits at the unique inters... Show more

Charlene Holmes

Charlene Holmes

Charlene “Char” Holmes is a TEDx speaker, psychology-informed leadership strategist, and professional development coach who helps individuals and organizations move beyond stress-driven performance into sustainable growth.

Drawing from trauma-informed principles, psychology research, and lived experience, Char teaches leaders how the brain’s survival systems influence decision-making, leadership style, workplace culture, and long-term performance.

Her work focuses on helping professionals recognize when they are operating from “survival mode” and equipping them with practical strategies to shift into what she calls SurThrival Mode — a leadership framework centered on awareness, resilience, emotional regulation, and sustainable impact.

Char’s work has resonated across leadership, wellness, and transformation spaces, where she speaks on topics including trauma-informed leadership, mindset transformation, resilience under pressure, and creating psychologically safe environments that allow people and organizations to thrive.

Through her speaking, coaching, and media platform, Char continues to lead transformative conversations that reshape leadership from the inside out.

Charlene “Char” Holmes is a TEDx speaker, psychology-informed leadership strategist, and professional development coach who helps individuals and organizations move beyond stress-driven performance into sustainable growth. Drawing from trauma-info... Show more

Chidi C. Iwuchukwu

Chidi C. Iwuchukwu

Chidi C. Iwuchukwu is the Founder & Executive Director of The Resilient Immigrant Foundation (TRIF) and a Resilience Keynote Speaker & Author. He works with leaders, educators, and organizations navigating pressure, uncertainty, and transition, helping them build mental strength and sustainable performance.
He is the author of Learn to Live Forward, a resilience-centered leadership book shaped by lived experience and practical application. His earlier book, Coming to Canada, reached #1 Hot New Release in Canada Travel Guides on Amazon.ca. Through TRIF and his speaking engagements, Chidi supports individuals and institutions seeking long-term growth through resilience and disciplined self-leadership.

Chidi C. Iwuchukwu is the Founder & Executive Director of The Resilient Immigrant Foundation (TRIF) and a Resilience Keynote Speaker & Author. He works with leaders, educators, and organizations navigating pressure, uncertainty, and transition, helpi... Show more

Sam Jenkins

Sam Jenkins

Sam Jenkins is a community strategist, facilitator, and inclusive event design expert with over a decade of experience leading large-scale public programs, workforce initiatives, and cultural events. She currently serves as a Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion Coordinator in local government while also running Empowering Communities, a consulting practice focused on helping organizations move beyond performative efforts and into practical, people-centered action.

Sam’s work sits at the intersection of leadership, culture, and lived experience. She specializes in supporting front-line staff, building psychologically safe teams, and designing events and initiatives that actually reflect the communities they serve. Her background in parks and recreation, combined with her systems-level DEI work, gives her a rare perspective that resonates with both leadership and on-the-ground staff.

Known for her engaging, honest, and highly interactive style, Sam blends real-world scenarios, storytelling, and actionable tools participants can use immediately. She does not shy away from hard conversations, but she always grounds them in compassion, clarity, and practicality.

Sam has facilitated workshops, panels, and trainings for government agencies, nonprofits, and professional associations, and she consistently receives feedback for creating spaces that feel both challenging and supportive. Her sessions are especially impactful for audiences navigating burnout, change fatigue, and the pressure to “get it right” without enough guidance or support.

Sam Jenkins is a community strategist, facilitator, and inclusive event design expert with over a decade of experience leading large-scale public programs, workforce initiatives, and cultural events. She currently serves as a Diversity, Equity, and I... Show more

Yi Zhang, Ed.D.

Yi Zhang, Ed.D.

Dr. Yi Zhang is a global learning strategist, TEDx speaker, SXSW London speaker (incoming), and founder who stands at the intersection of human development and technology shifts. With a 15-year career partnering with C-suite and senior leaders, Yi has spearheaded workforce capability initiatives that have positively impacted over 120,000 people at Fortune 100 giants, including Microsoft, Walmart, and United Airlines.

With a doctorate from Vanderbilt University, Yi helps people-centric organizations break through the AI overwhelm and rediscover their humanity and what they’re called to build. Whether addressing large conferences or leadership circles, Yi is known for making an emotional connection with the audience and bringing bold truths about AI and human behaviors that ignites change.

I offer two (2) signature talks:

1. Humanity & Well-Being: The AI Age Survival Guide

As AI reshapes the workplace, organizations face a hidden crisis of burnout and culture drift. This talk blends the nature of AI, human development, and change to help corporate leaders and teams navigate the overwhelm of AI acceleration without losing their humanity.

2. AI & the Human Debt: How HR & People Teams Win the AI Race

Is your HR/people team a passive observer or a strategic architect of the AI revolution? This talk unpacks the failed AI initiatives and provides proprietary guidance for CHROs and people leaders. It reclaims their seat at the table by bridging the gap between technological acceleration and human capability.

“Yi speaks from a place of extraordinary experience and genuine passion. What makes her remarkable on stage is her ability to take complex, forward-looking topics like AI, technology shifts, and workforce transformation and make them accessible, relatable, and deeply personal. That sets her apart as a speaker and as a thought leader.” — Berthine Crèvecoeur West, CEO, Westbridge Solutions"

Visit my speaker kit here for more information: https://drive.google.com/file/d/1EfIzdWtvkTL8h5FgjOeNQqdZFKgj99O4/view?usp=sharing

Dr. Yi Zhang is a global learning strategist, TEDx speaker, SXSW London speaker (incoming), and founder who stands at the intersection of human development and technology shifts. With a 15-year career partnering with C-suite and senior leaders, Yi ha... Show more

Sam Naji

Sam Naji

Sam Naji is CTO of UniqLearn, where he built VCOS — a 5-layer agentic development system that cut bug escape rates from 25% to under 5%. He's shipped production AI across four countries and now builds AI-powered personalized learning for K-12 from NYC.

Sam Naji is CTO of UniqLearn, where he built VCOS — a 5-layer agentic development system that cut bug escape rates from 25% to under 5%. He's shipped production AI across four countries and now builds AI-powered personalized learning for K-12 from NY... Show more

Dr. Mansur Hasib

Dr. Mansur Hasib

Dr. Mansur Hasib is passionate about bringing out the inner greatness that exists in everyone. In 2017 at a ceremony in Austin, TX, (ISC)2 named him a “Rock Star” of cybersecurity for leading the implementation of the Master of Science in Cybersecurity degree program to serve almost 4,800 students globally. In 2018 the Global Cybersecurity Observatory based in Europe inducted Dr. Hasib into the Hall of Fame. In 2018 and 2019 SC Magazine awarded Dr. Hasib's program Best Cybersecurity Higher Education Program award. He also won the 2020 and 2017 Cybersecurity People’s Choice Award and the 2020 Cybersecurity Champion of the Year Award. In 2024 Dr. Hasib was a semifinalist in the World Championship of Public Speaking. He has 30 years of experience leading organizational transformations through digital leadership and cybersecurity strategy in healthcare, biotechnology, education, and energy. He served as Chief Information Officer for 12 years and has written the books Bring Inner Greatness Out: Personal Brand and Cybersecurity Leadership. His YouTube channel has 200+ videos and is free to Subscribe. Dr. Hasib enjoys bridge, table tennis, comedy, and travel and has been to all 50 states of the USA.

Dr. Mansur Hasib is passionate about bringing out the inner greatness that exists in everyone. In 2017 at a ceremony in Austin, TX, (ISC)2 named him a “Rock Star” of cybersecurity for leading the implementation of the Master of Science in Cybersecuri... Show more

Hela Chhayder

Hela Chhayder

Hela Chhayder, Founder of STEP INSIGHT and Director of AI Strategy and Govtech at GOV CAMPUS, is an AI & data strategy expert with over 15 years of experience in AI, data science, and analytics. She has led large-scale data initiatives for public and private sector organizations across the MENA region, specializing in AI-driven transformation, data strategy frameworks, and advanced analytics.

As the founder of STEP INSIGHT, she has advised multinational clients on AI Strategy, Governance, and upskilling activation. As the director of AI strategy and Govtech at GOV CAMPUS, Hela runs multiple training sessions and projects for governmental entities across the UAE and Qatar on govtech, digital transformation, Data strategy, and the importance of Data in the governmental sector.

Hela holds an Executive MBA from Hult International Business School and an engineering degree in statistics and data analysis from Carthage University.

Hela Chhayder, Founder of STEP INSIGHT and Director of AI Strategy and Govtech at GOV CAMPUS, is an AI & data strategy expert with over 15 years of experience in AI, data science, and analytics. She has led large-scale data initiatives for public and... Show more

Adina Cristocea

Adina Cristocea

Adina Cristocea, M.A., Trainer for Diversity and Inclusion and Participation Peer Counselor at EUTB® (Complementary independent participation counselling), combines her background in psychology of excellence, coaching and instructional design to discuss strategies for building inclusive digital products. Her personal and professional experience in participation policies and programs informs her approach to creating accessible and engaging digital experiences for neurodiverse users.

Adina Cristocea, M.A., Trainer for Diversity and Inclusion and Participation Peer Counselor at EUTB® (Complementary independent participation counselling), combines her background in psychology of excellence, coaching and instructional design to disc... Show more

Ximena Cruz

Ximena Cruz

Community Evangelist en torc. Ingeniera en Mecatrónica por el TECNM Campus Veracruz.
Se desempeña como Community Builder creando, desarrollando estrategias de crecimiento y creación de programas en comunidades de tecnología. Por lo que colabora y es co-creadora en Technolatinas, es embajadora de Women Tech Makers, y facilitadora Golden de #IAmRemarkable.
Activista social para reducir la brecha de género y digital mediante actividades voluntarias con comunidades y programas enfocados a STEM. Entusiasta en tecnologías Cloud Computing, diseño de servicios y de experiencia de usuarios.
Practicante de artes marciales y gusto por el café.

Community Evangelist en torc. Ingeniera en Mecatrónica por el TECNM Campus Veracruz. Se desempeña como Community Builder creando, desarrollando estrategias de crecimiento y creación de programas en comunidades de tecnología. Por lo que colabora y es... Show more

Kevin Saukel

Kevin Saukel

Kevin Saukel war Teil des DigitalChangeMaker Jahrgangs 2020/2021 und studiert zurzeit Erziehungswissenschaften an der Goethe Universität in Frankfurt und Wirtschaftsinformatik an der Technischen Hochschule Mittelhessen.

Kevin Saukel war Teil des DigitalChangeMaker Jahrgangs 2020/2021 und studiert zurzeit Erziehungswissenschaften an der Goethe Universität in Frankfurt und Wirtschaftsinformatik an der Technischen Hochschule Mittelhessen. Show more

Chris Chiancone

Chris Chiancone

Chris Chiancone is a 3x ORBIE CIO of the Year Finalist and technology executive with over 25 years of experience leading digital transformation across government and the private sector. He currently serves as Chief Information Officer for the City of Carrollton, Texas (pop. 140,000), where he oversees all technology strategy, cybersecurity, and AI initiatives for a full-service municipality.

With more than 16 years of hands-on experience in AI and machine learning, Chris has delivered over $150M in technology projects, managed $25M+ annual budgets, and led teams of 100+ professionals. He is a CISSP-certified security practitioner and published author on AI adoption for non-technical leaders.

As a Fractional CIO and AI Strategy Consultant, Chris helps mid-market companies and government agencies modernize their technology operations, build practical AI strategies, and achieve enterprise-grade IT leadership — without the cost of a full-time executive.

Chris speaks on AI strategy, cybersecurity, digital transformation, and technology leadership with a focus on real-world results over hype. He brings specific numbers, honest lessons learned, and actionable frameworks that audiences can implement immediately.

Chris Chiancone is a 3x ORBIE CIO of the Year Finalist and technology executive with over 25 years of experience leading digital transformation across government and the private sector. He currently serves as Chief Information Officer for the City of... Show more

Raven Major

Raven Major

I am Dr. Raven C. Major, Founder and owner of The Folding Chair Collective, LLC. Paying home to Shirley Chisholm’s call, “to bring a folding chair”, The Folding Chair Collective partners with organizations to create environments where belonging is intentional and every individual is seen as human first and an asset next, not just labor.

We are dedicated to transforming workplaces, campuses, and communities through leadership development, strategic equity auditing, and people-centered culture building to ensure that everyone has a seat at the table and a folding chair of their own.

Through the use of practical strategies such as;
* Leadership Development
* Professional & Organizational Development
* Equity, Inclusion & Belonging Strategy
* Panel Facilitation, Conferences, & Speaking Engagements, and more

We hope to provide you and your organizations with personalized solutions to address your pain points.

Let’s connect: drravencmajor@thefoldingchairco.com

www.thefoldingchairco.com
The Folding Chair Collective, LLC

I am Dr. Raven C. Major, Founder and owner of The Folding Chair Collective, LLC. Paying home to Shirley Chisholm’s call, “to bring a folding chair”, The Folding Chair Collective partners with organizations to create environments where belonging is in... Show more

Francisco Junior

Francisco Junior

Francisco Júnior é mestrando em Transformação Digital, graduado em Ciência da Computação e possui um MBA em Governança de TI. Com mais de 20 anos de experiência, é especialista em gestão de pessoas, transformação digital e inovação.

Detém certificações como ITIL Expert, ISO 20k Consultant Manager, Agile People Coach e Agile People Business Agility. Desde 2014, atua como Gerente de Atendimento na Rede Nacional de Ensino e Pesquisa (RNP).

Foi reconhecido como Melhor Gerente de PMO de 2024 pelo PMI, Profissional do Ano em 2023, e liderou a equipe premiada como a melhor em atendimento do Brasil em 2022, além de ser responsável pela equipe que desenvolveu o ChatBot em 2023, ambos reconhecidos pelo HDI.

Francisco Júnior é mestrando em Transformação Digital, graduado em Ciência da Computação e possui um MBA em Governança de TI. Com mais de 20 anos de experiência, é especialista em gestão de pessoas, transformação digital e inovação. Detém certific... Show more

Sarah Schmidt

Sarah Schmidt

seit 2023: Vertretung der Professur für Quantitative Forschungsmethoden im Kontext Sozialer Arbeit an der Frankfurt University of Applied Sciences
seit 2017: Leitung des Methodenzentrums Sozialwissenschaften an der Goethe Universität Frankfurt
2014 – 2016: Referentin für Qualitätssicherung in Studium und Lehre an der Goethe-Universität Frankfurt
2013: Abschluss des Promotionsverfahrens (magna cum laude)
2012 – 2014: Hochschulreferentin für Evaluation an der Pädagogischen Hochschule Heidelberg
2010 – 2012: Wissenschaftliche Mitarbeiterin an der Universität Hamburg
2010: Gastdozentur an der Universität Nowgorod (RU)
2008 – 2011: Lehrkraft für besondere Aufgaben an der Universität Hildesheim
2007 – 2008: Mitarbeiterin beim Caritasverband Mannheim
2003 – 2007: Studium der Erziehungswissenschaft und Soziologie an der Universität Mannheim (Abschluss Magistra Artium)

seit 2023: Vertretung der Professur für Quantitative Forschungsmethoden im Kontext Sozialer Arbeit an der Frankfurt University of Applied Sciences seit 2017: Leitung des Methodenzentrums Sozialwissenschaften an der Goethe Universität Frankfurt 2014... Show more

Paola Zaragoza Cardenales

Paola Zaragoza Cardenales

Paola Gabriela Zaragoza Cardenales is a New York-barred attorney and academic specializing in intellectual property and corporate law. She holds an SJD from Indiana University, an LLM from UC Berkeley, and a JD-BBA from the University of Puerto Rico. She founded Zaragoza Cardenales LLC, offering legal services to entrepreneurs, and teaches at the University of Puerto Rico. 

Paola Gabriela Zaragoza Cardenales is a New York-barred attorney and academic specializing in intellectual property and corporate law. She holds an SJD from Indiana University, an LLM from UC Berkeley, and a JD-BBA from the University of Puerto Rico.... Show more

Chris Boose

Chris Boose

I have a foundation in system development, automation, UX design, and tech consulting. With extensive experience across a wide array of programming languages and platforms, I excel in architecting and delivering innovative, user-centric solutions that drive operational efficiency and business impact.

I have worked with AI-driven systems for clients using tools such as Azure AI, Power Platform's AI, and Copilot Studio, focusing on intelligent automation, adaptive interfaces, and seamless digital experiences. My background includes contributions to customer service, government, and financial sectors, where I've leveraged various technology solutions to streamline complex processes and enhance decision-making.

A proponent of sustainable business practices, I bring a strategic lens to technology implementation—ensuring solutions are not only cutting-edge but also aligned with long-term organizational values. My ability to bridge technical execution with thoughtful design and industry insight makes me a valuable asset in any forward-thinking enterprise.

I have a foundation in system development, automation, UX design, and tech consulting. With extensive experience across a wide array of programming languages and platforms, I excel in architecting and delivering innovative, user-centric solutions tha... Show more

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