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

Lee Coates

Lee Coates

I'm an Information Architect focused on Civic Technology and an advocate for open source and open data. While working in High Energy Physics, I gained a love for data principles that led me from Software Development to DB Administration and now System Architecture. I currently work in Public Sector IT and love participating in the PASS Community.

I'm an Information Architect focused on Civic Technology and an advocate for open source and open data. While working in High Energy Physics, I gained a love for data principles that led me from Software Development to DB Administration and now Syste... Show more

Darrel Raines

Darrel Raines

Darrel is currently the Orion Flight Software System Manager at NASA, Johnson Space Center in Houston, Texas. He has over 40 years experience in Commercial, Department of Defense, and NASA aircraft/spacecraft software. He has worked on software for the F-16, OV-1, AHIP, Space Station, Space Shuttle, and the Multi-Purpose Crew Vehicle (Orion). He has worked with embedded software control systems his whole career.

Darrel is currently the Orion Flight Software System Manager at NASA, Johnson Space Center in Houston, Texas. He has over 40 years experience in Commercial, Department of Defense, and NASA aircraft/spacecraft software. He has worked on software for t... Show more

Nitin Deckha

Nitin Deckha

Nitin Deckha (he/him) holds a PhD in Anthropology from Rice University, Houston, Texas, a Master’s Certificate in Adult Training and Development from the Schulich Executive Education Centre, York University, Toronto, and is a Certified Training Development Professional (CTDP). As Principal of Enliven Learning, Nitin sprouts ideas and strategies to guide learners, clients and organizations  in the areas of leadership development, intercultural competence, and the future of work, including human-AI integration. Nitin has more than 15 years’ experience of postsecondary course development and teaching, including in the areas of anthropology, intercultural communication, and the transformation of work, and has taught at the University of Toronto, McMaster University, University of Guelph-Humber, in Canada, and Hochschule Karlsruhe University of Applied Sciences, in Germany. He has spoken at a range of conferences and events, including recently at the Human Resources Professional Association (HRPA), Institute for Performance and Learning (I4PL), and National Association of Asian American Professionals (NAAAP). Nitin is based in Toronto, Canada, where he is an active volunteer, organizer, and fundraiser.

Nitin Deckha (he/him) holds a PhD in Anthropology from Rice University, Houston, Texas, a Master’s Certificate in Adult Training and Development from the Schulich Executive Education Centre, York University, Toronto, and is a Certified Training Devel... Show more

Robin Olsson

Robin Olsson

Robin is a seasoned Agile Team Lead and Senior Consultant with extensive experience in driving strategic transformation, optimisation, and agile product management across the education, data, and public sectors. With a proven track record in leading high-performing teams, Robin has played a key role in guiding Agile and Product Ownership functions, overseeing diverse teams of Agile Coaches, Product Owners, and Scrum Masters to deliver impactful digital transformations.

Throughout their career, Robin has worked on large, medium and small projects, process optimisations, and digital innovations, consistently aligning complex projects with organisational goals to maximise value. Their leadership has enabled seamless change management and agile delivery in both public and private sector environments, including high-stakes governmental projects and data-intensive initiatives. Known for a collaborative, results-focused approach, Robin excels in cross-functional stakeholder management, fostering team alignment, and driving efficiency at every stage of the product lifecycle.

With a unique ability to navigate complex business needs and build agile capabilities within organisations, Robin is dedicated to empowering teams and stakeholders to achieve sustainable transformation and continuous improvement.

Robin is a seasoned Agile Team Lead and Senior Consultant with extensive experience in driving strategic transformation, optimisation, and agile product management across the education, data, and public sectors. With a proven track record in leading ... Show more

Dex-Xavier Copeland

Dex-Xavier Copeland

Air Force Veteran | AI Governance Practitioner & Educator | Bridging Security Compliance with Responsible AI Implementation

Air Force Veteran | AI Governance Practitioner & Educator | Bridging Security Compliance with Responsible AI Implementation Show more

Xavier Cardona

Xavier Cardona

Xavier Cardona is a highly experienced trainer on fatherhood engagement, domestic violence, and men and trauma, and a facilitator of Nurturing fathers’ groups and support groups for fathers. He has participated in over 50 training events for child welfare staff in Connecticut, Maine, New Hampshire, Rhode Island, Texas, Kansas, and Florida. He also has provided specialized training on fatherhood and domestic violence for child welfare staff (Department of Children & Families—DCF) in Massachusetts.

Xavier Cardona is a highly experienced trainer on fatherhood engagement, domestic violence, and men and trauma, and a facilitator of Nurturing fathers’ groups and support groups for fathers. He has participated in over 50 training events for child w... Show more

Maryblessing Okolie

Maryblessing Okolie

Community architect, Open Source, and DI&B advocate

Community architect, Open Source, and DI&B advocate Show more

Monirul Islam

Monirul Islam

Monirul is a human rights defender and the founder of MindfulRights, an initiative dedicated to advancing some of the most neglected human rights issues in Bangladesh — including digital and privacy rights topics among other topics.

Monirul is a human rights defender and the founder of MindfulRights, an initiative dedicated to advancing some of the most neglected human rights issues in Bangladesh — including digital and privacy rights topics among other topics. Show more

Mélanie Briand

Mélanie Briand

Depuis plus de 15 ans, je mobilise mon énergie pour des enjeux de transition, en mettant l'intérêt général au premier plan avec un esprit pragmatique guidé par l'impact.

Véritable couteau suisse de l'innovation, je suis capable de concevoir des stratégies de transformation, d'animer des équipes et de piloter le déploiement opérationnel des solutions. Curieuse et défricheuse dans l’âme, je fais preuve d’une grande ouverture d’esprit et d’adaptation au contexte et aux besoins de mes interlocuteurs.
Je crois que les transformations sont possibles grâce à la confiance et la reconnaissance des talents. C'est pourquoi j'allie écoute et pédagogie pour développer et autonomiser les équipes que j'accompagne.

Depuis plus de 15 ans, je mobilise mon énergie pour des enjeux de transition, en mettant l'intérêt général au premier plan avec un esprit pragmatique guidé par l'impact. Véritable couteau suisse de l'innovation, je suis capable de concevoir des st... Show more

Postdoc Appreciation Week

Postdoc Appreciation Week

Inspired by the celebration of Postdoc Appreciation Week in the USA and the UK, the PAW Germany Coordination Team, consisting of coordinators from Hanover and Munich, played a key role in launching PAW Germany in 2022, a nationwide initiative to celebrate the incredible work of postdocs. By bringing together researchers, research institutions, postdoc coordinators and research administrators from across Germany, the PAW Coordination Team helps to create a special program of events and a social media campaign each year to celebrate the contribution of postdocs to research and academic life, and to provide a platform for sharing knowledge and experiences. Postdoc Appreciation Week Germany aims to recognise and empower postdocs to excel in their careers, drive scientific progress, make meaningful contributions to their fields, and ultimately shape a better future for science and society.

Inspired by the celebration of Postdoc Appreciation Week in the USA and the UK, the PAW Germany Coordination Team, consisting of coordinators from Hanover and Munich, played a key role in launching PAW Germany in 2022, a nationwide initiative to cele... Show more

Sheila Joy Vance

Sheila Joy Vance

With over a decade of dynamic experience across leadership development, diversity and inclusion, and human resources, Sheila Vance-Tisby is a recognized thought leader and speaker in the areas of leadership, women’s leadership, emotional intelligence, and organizational transformation. Sheila's career spans multiple industries, where she has spearheaded high-impact programs that cultivate resilience, foster effective leadership, and promote equity in the workplace.

As the Founder and Principal Consultant for Rebel Leader Lab, Sheila designs and delivers bespoke leadership development programs for organizations looking to accelerate talent growth and foster emotional intelligence within their teams. Having consulted for major companies such as Amazon Web Services, New Balance, and Georgia Tech Research Institute, she brings firsthand knowledge of how to lead teams through transformative change, manage conflict, and build emotionally intelligent leaders. Her leadership programs have been implemented by companies across the U.S., and her impact continues to resonate within the corporate world.

A frequent speaker at conferences and corporate events, Sheila captivates audiences with her powerful insights on emotional intelligence, leadership resilience, and mediation techniques. She is known for blending practical strategies with inspirational storytelling, leaving her audiences empowered to lead with empathy, resolve conflicts, and create inclusive work environments.

With a strong educational foundation including an MBA from Concordia University and over 10 years of progressive leadership experience, Sheila’s expertise positions her as a top speaker for organizations committed to developing future leaders and fostering workplace excellence.

With over a decade of dynamic experience across leadership development, diversity and inclusion, and human resources, Sheila Vance-Tisby is a recognized thought leader and speaker in the areas of leadership, women’s leadership, emotional intelligence... Show more

Neringa Young

Neringa Young

Neringa Young is the Founder of Build Stuff conferences, which she personally manages – recruiting and working with the team, looking for the partners, creating marketing strategies and implementation of the conference promotion. She is also helping with logistics and creating the content of the event. For each year she invites 80 leading speakers from the Tech industry from around the world to come to the Baltics for this 5-day event.
The success of her leadership is seen through the results of the event which every year attracts more than 1400 software developers, with the same participants returning every year as the event grows.
Outside of the workplace, Neringa is involved with initiatives like Women Go Tech where she mentors young women, providing them with advice and direction for their careers in the tech sector.
She is the founder and manager of FIX.Events which runs meetings, training, conferences, private and public events for private & corporate clients.
During her university studies, she was simultaneous working as a Telemarketing sales representative. In just 2 years (2009), she was promoted on the basis of good results to become the Sales team lead at Lintel. At the age of 22, she was responsible for over 100 telemarketing sales managers. Her responsibilities included – hiring staff, training staff, coaching, organizing work across the wider team and implementing company sales strategies.
At AB TEO (now Telia), she initiated, formed and managed a team that is composed of both technical- and sales-personnel to boost sales in line with the company’s sales strategy. Her responsibilities included human resource management – hiring staff, training, coaching, organizing teamwork and working with sales strategies.
During the time she was working at AB TEO, she also published her Master thesis on an HR Topic: "Coaching for the Development of Organizational Personnel (Case of an X Organization, Lithuania)"; 2012 INTERNATIONAL CONFERENCE ON EDUCATION REFORM AND MANAGEMENT, INNOVATION (ERMI 2012), VOL 1 Pages: 54-60 Published: 2013; Conference: International, Conference on Education Reform and Management Innovation (ERMI 2012) Location: Shenzhen, PEOPLES R CHINA Date: DEC 04-05, 2012.

Neringa Young is the Founder of Build Stuff conferences, which she personally manages – recruiting and working with the team, looking for the partners, creating marketing strategies and implementation of the conference promotion. She is also helping ... Show more

Adam Maruyama

Adam Maruyama

Adam Maruyama is the Field CTO for Digital Transformation and AI at Everfox. He advises strategy around countering emerging threats like adversarial AI and advises customers on using trusted, high-assurance solutions to securely adopt the latest technologies, including AI, into their environment. Before his time in the private sector, Adam served over 15 years as a US intelligence officer supporting cyber and counterterrorism operations and co-led drafting the 2018 National Strategy for Counterterrorism. Adam has also served commercial and government customers at McKinsey & Company and Palo Alto Networks. Adam has been published extensively in AI, cybersecurity, and policy publications.

Adam Maruyama is the Field CTO for Digital Transformation and AI at Everfox. He advises strategy around countering emerging threats like adversarial AI and advises customers on using trusted, high-assurance solutions to securely adopt the latest tech... Show more

Jennifer Burr

Jennifer Burr

Dr. Jennifer Burr currently serves as a Data Solutions Consultant at Region 10 Education Service Center, specializing in Emergent Bilingual program compliance throughout Texas. In addition to her work at Region 10 ESC, Dr. Burr is a guest lecturer at the University of Texas at Dallas, where she mentors pre-service math and science teachers in the UTeach Program, focusing on linguistic strategies and coaching.

Dr. Jennifer Burr currently serves as a Data Solutions Consultant at Region 10 Education Service Center, specializing in Emergent Bilingual program compliance throughout Texas. In addition to her work at Region 10 ESC, Dr. Burr is a guest lecturer at... Show more

Miriam Forster

Miriam Forster

Miriam Forster is an independent consultant and change management specialist with a passion for helping organizations and individuals thrive through innovation, data-driven decision making, and adaptive leadership. Currently pursuing a Doctor of Business Administration (DBA) in Business Intelligence at Marymount University, Miriam brings a unique blend of academic rigor and real-world experience to her work, with a focus on advancing business education through evidence-based teaching and organizational development.

With over 15 years of experience as a founder, program director, and consultant, Miriam has designed and led educational programs that foster creativity, critical thinking, and interdisciplinary learning. She has a proven track record in curriculum development, project management, and training, and is recognized for her ability to effectively implement technology integration and project-based learning in diverse environments. Miriam holds a Master of Science in Information Systems and a Graduate Certificate in Public Financial Management from The American University, as well as a Bachelor of Business Administration- Finance from George Washington University.

Miriam is an active member of the Association of Change Management Professionals (ACMP), the Association of Management (AOM), and Phi Kappa Phi Honor Society. She serves as a peer reviewer for the Academy of Management (AOM) and is committed to advancing research in business intelligence, organizational change, educational technology, and entrepreneurship. Her professional interests include strategic management, leadership development, and fostering innovation in both corporate and educational settings.

Miriam Forster is an independent consultant and change management specialist with a passion for helping organizations and individuals thrive through innovation, data-driven decision making, and adaptive leadership. Currently pursuing a Doctor of Busi... Show more

Desiree Acosta

Desiree Acosta

I'm Miwok, with ancestral homelands surrounding Sacramento, California. Our stories and sovereignty are not relics of the past — they are the foundation for powerful futures. I believe technology should serve Native communities, not define us. My work focuses on using tech thoughtfully to amplify Indigenous knowledge, voices, and resilience.

Currently, I serve as President of Natives in Tech, a national nonprofit where I lead efforts to connect Native communities to technology through mentorship, education, and culturally-rooted innovation. I also work as a Cultural Technologist for a Federally Recognized Tribe, designing and implementing STEAM education initiatives, digital storytelling projects, and grant-funded programs that expand youth access to Tribal knowledge systems.

🔹 Core Values: Indigenous self-determination, ethical storytelling, cultural preservation, and community-driven innovation.
🔹 Key Strengths: Program development, digital education strategy, grant writing, cross-sector partnerships, cultural technology leadership, instructional design, eLearning technical development, learning management system integration, professional voice over coordination, evaluation and assessment, multimedia and document design

I am passionate about growing projects where Indigenous sovereignty, education, and technology converge. I’m seeking opportunities to scale my impact — leading broader initiatives that strengthen community agency, uplift Native voices, and build future-ready infrastructure for the next generations.

In my day job I am a Cultural Technologist with 15+ years of experience bridging journalism, technology, and Indigenous community leadership. My work lives where cultural preservation meets innovation: building pathways for Indigenous self-determination through education, storytelling, and digital solutions.

I'm Miwok, with ancestral homelands surrounding Sacramento, California. Our stories and sovereignty are not relics of the past — they are the foundation for powerful futures. I believe technology should serve Native communities, not define us. My wor... Show more

Jennie Khun

Jennie Khun

Dr. Jennie Khun serves as the CIO and OIT Director within the Office of the Director/Executive Office at the National Institutes of Health. Jennie has been teaching for Purdue Global University’s Master's Cybersecurity program since 2021.

Jennie received her Bachelor of Science in Information Technology from Kaplan University (now Purdue Global), a Master of Business Administration from Shepherd University where she received the 2019 Distinguished Graduate Award, and a Doctorate in Strategic Leadership with distinction from Liberty University. She holds Certified Information System Security Professional, Project Management Professional, Agile Certified Practioner, and ITIL certifications.

She has supported a variety of IT areas including enterprise level applications, governance, strategic planning, security, and other technology portfolio assets. She's been responsible for multiple large-scale technology implementations throughout her career.

She has published textbook chapters on a variety of topics including ethics and leadership for IT students and building culture to sustain IT governance.

Jennie's unique blend of leadership, IT experience, and passion for cybersecurity position her well to present on a variety of topics and industries.

Dr. Jennie Khun serves as the CIO and OIT Director within the Office of the Director/Executive Office at the National Institutes of Health. Jennie has been teaching for Purdue Global University’s Master's Cybersecurity program since 2021. Jennie r... Show more

Sky Bell

Sky Bell

Sky Bell is a seasoned AI Practitioner and Legal Technologist with over 14 years of experience in integrating emerging technology and cybersecurity solutions within government agencies. As a leader in technology integration, innovation, and AI, she spearheads AI-driven initiatives and develops comprehensive AI deployment guidelines. Currently pursuing a Master’s in Cybersecurity at Georgia Tech and a former Genius at Apple, Sky is passionate about bridging human insight with emerging technologies. Her unwavering dedication to continuous learning and problem-solving drives her exploration of AI, cybersecurity, and public policy.

Sky is the founder of Capital Region AI Catalyst, a nonprofit organization dedicated to fostering innovation, upskilling, and community growth in the AI sector. Capital Region AI Catalyst aims to democratize AI knowledge, cultivate a skilled local workforce, support the ethical adoption of AI by businesses and public, and foster a vibrant, collaborative AI ecosystem throughout the region. Sky’s vision for CapAI is to position the Capital Region, New York as a leader in human-centered AI application and promote equitable access to technology education.

Committed to fostering responsible AI innovation, Sky navigates the evolving landscape of humans and technology with confidence and expertise. Her passion for this nonprofit is rooted in her belief in the power of collective action to build an inclusive, innovative, and AI-powered future.

Sky Bell is a seasoned AI Practitioner and Legal Technologist with over 14 years of experience in integrating emerging technology and cybersecurity solutions within government agencies. As a leader in technology integration, innovation, and AI, she s... Show more

April Thomas

April Thomas

April Thomas is zealous about helping organizations improve. With roots as a healthcare Social Worker and experience in healthcare, higher education, social service, non-profits and manufacturing, she brings a blend of human-centered leadership and organizational excellence.

Driven by her belief in people and their potential, April bridges behavioral and social sciences with quality and continuous improvement, using Lean and Six Sigma principles to spark meaningful, lasting organizational change. She specializes in leadership development, patient and customer centered experience design, strategic planning, and creating cultures of excellence. April holds advanced degrees in Social Work, Organizational Behavior, and Strategic Management. She’s a NAHQ Certified Healthcare Quality Professional, ASQ-Certified Six Sigma Black Belt, Grief Educator, and Mental Health First Aid Instructor. She has over 15 years of board service with nonprofits. Her passion project is helping people build their skills for conversations related to grief, loss and mental health. April is a thought leader and speaker on Grief Informed Leadership. She has been a podcast guest, conference presenter, workshop presenter, keynote speaker and emcee.

April Thomas is zealous about helping organizations improve. With roots as a healthcare Social Worker and experience in healthcare, higher education, social service, non-profits and manufacturing, she brings a blend of human-centered leadership and o... Show more

Tony Rice

Tony Rice

A 25 year veteran of information security, Tony Rice has automated audit evidence gathering and reporting along with vulnerability management across on-prem, cloud, and lab environments for Cisco's public and private sector customers. Outside of information security, Tony helps hundreds of broadcast meteorologists around the country improve science communications and is active in STEM education leading judging for the North Carolina Science and Engineering Fair.

A 25 year veteran of information security, Tony Rice has automated audit evidence gathering and reporting along with vulnerability management across on-prem, cloud, and lab environments for Cisco's public and private sector customers. Outside of info... Show more

Meena Chand

Meena Chand

Meena Chand is a recent graduate from the University of Wolverhampton with a deep passion for mainframe technology and enterprise computing. With nearly five years of experience in IT management, software development, and digital transformation, she has contributed to innovative projects spanning web and mobile applications, IoT solutions, and enterprise systems.

Her expertise in computing was recognized at the GSE UK Conference 2024, where she and her team won the prestigious Catch the Flag (CTF) competition, solving z/OS security and performance challenges. She also holds the IBM Z Xplore All-Star badge, demonstrating her advanced proficiency in mainframe technologies.

Currently, Meena works as a Technical Solution Architect at Essist Omnikron Ltd (IBM iUG), where she continues to contribute to enterprise solutions and digital innovation.

She was awarded a fully funded scholarship by Black STEM and Leadership to pursue a leadership development program at Homerton College, University of Cambridge—a testament to her commitment to personal growth, equity, and community leadership.

Meena has also been selected as a mentee in the prestigious Open Mainframe Project Mentorship Program, where she is actively contributing to the initiative "Addressing the COBOL Crisis," aiming to bridge the skills gap in legacy systems vital to global enterprises.

Beyond her technical contributions, Meena has been a guest speaker and resource person at institutions such as Kathmandu University and Broadway Infosys, sharing insights on technology, software development, spirituality, and career development. Her work has been featured in national newspapers, magazines, and university interviews.

As the President of the Cambridge Wolves Society, she has actively led student engagement initiatives and has been honored with awards such as the Santander Universities Brighter Futures Grant and the Best Organiser Award. She has worked in diverse roles, including Software Developer at Satrex Ltd (UK) and in IT and development positions across Nepal and Germany.

A strong advocate for education and social impact, Meena initiated the Kisori Scholarship to support girls from underprivileged backgrounds. Her guiding mission is to "Lead and Serve."

Even as a student, Meena actively supports fellow students—offering mentorship, career guidance, and technical training. She remains committed to helping young professionals navigate their careers by delivering sessions that blend practical industry knowledge with inspirational mentorship.

Meena Chand is a recent graduate from the University of Wolverhampton with a deep passion for mainframe technology and enterprise computing. With nearly five years of experience in IT management, software development, and digital transformation, she ... Show more

Ralph Spada

Ralph Spada

Ralph J. Spada is a 20+ year veteran in designing and deploying DoD-grade security solutions. He has architected four generations of secure processing products across the Defense Industrial Base (DIB), from low-SWaP systems to enterprise-class platforms requiring high-level Anti-Tamper and Cybersecurity.

His multidisciplinary leadership spans the full product lifecycle—from system architecture, secure SoC/ASIC design, and applied cryptography to full-system hardware and software qualification. Certified in EVM and SAFe, Ralph is a proven program driver and collaborator, dedicated to advancing technology for our nation's most critical security objectives.

Ralph J. Spada is a 20+ year veteran in designing and deploying DoD-grade security solutions. He has architected four generations of secure processing products across the Defense Industrial Base (DIB), from low-SWaP systems to enterprise-class platfo... Show more

Ebony Lawrence

Ebony Lawrence

Ebony Lawrence is an instructional designer/curriculum developer with Amazon Web Services (AWS). She likes to refer to herself as an “accidental instructional designer,” as her academic background is deeply rooted in public health (BS in health education and MS in health administration), and epidemiology (DrPH). The transition was a natural step, and she has since gained over a decade of valuable experience in higher education, corporate training development, and management consulting. In 2020, Ebony obtained her CPTD and, despite her non-traditional entry into the field, she’s leaned on her diverse background and skills to build her brand.

Ebony Lawrence is an instructional designer/curriculum developer with Amazon Web Services (AWS). She likes to refer to herself as an “accidental instructional designer,” as her academic background is deeply rooted in public health (BS in health educa... Show more

Federico Gacharna

Federico Gacharna

ngeniero de Sistemas, Magister en Seguridad Informática Univ. Oberta de Catalunya, CSec+, CEH, CIDF, CPTE, CDFE, CODSP, LA ISMS ISO 27001, LA BCMS ISO 22301, LA QMS 9001, LA AMS 14001, LA WHSMS 45001, Lead Cybersecurity Manager ISO 27032, Lead Risk Manager ISO 31000, Lead Incident Handling Manager ISO 27035, IA ISO 37000-1, IA ISO 20000-1, Perito Ciberjudicial Univ Boston, Auditor Riesgos de Ciberseguridad Empresarial Univ Boston, Scrum Pro, ITIL V4, Teaching Excellence Certified – U Cambridge, Metasploit Pro Specialist

Consultor Senior en Hacking Ético, Informática Forense, Seguridad de la Información y Continuidad del Negocio, para organizaciones públicas y privadas y entidades de seguridad e inteligencia del Estado en Colombia, Guatemala, México, Panamá, Perú, y Salvador. Instructor Internacional en Hacking Ético, Computación Forense y Seguridad en redes de datos. Docente de pregrado y posgrado por más de 20 años.

Organizador del Congreso Nacional de Hacking Ético y Computación Forense, 2008-2015. Fundador de Elite Hackers y Bushido Hackers (https://shinobi.lat/)

Diplomado Educación en la Era de la Inteligencia Artificial, Universidad Nacional de la Plata, Diplomado en Docencia Universitaria Univ. Minuto de Dios, Diplomado en Investigación Univ. Cooperativa de Colombia, Diplomado en Gestión de la Investigación, Univ. Minuto de Dios, Diplomado en Formación por Competencias Univ. Cooperativa de Colombia, Diplomado en escritura de artículos científicos, Univ. Minuto de Dios.

ngeniero de Sistemas, Magister en Seguridad Informática Univ. Oberta de Catalunya, CSec+, CEH, CIDF, CPTE, CDFE, CODSP, LA ISMS ISO 27001, LA BCMS ISO 22301, LA QMS 9001, LA AMS 14001, LA WHSMS 45001, Lead Cybersecurity Manager ISO 27032, Lead Risk M... Show more

Ann Beltran

Ann Beltran

Integrated Management Specialist, Consultant and thought leader

Integrated Management Specialist, Consultant and thought leader Show more

Bradley Law

Bradley Law

With extensive experience at the intersection of technology and public service, I am a seasoned technologist dedicated to driving mission-critical outcomes across Federal and Commercial industries.

As a Principal Solution Engineer at Microsoft, I am at the forefront of modernizing the U.S. Federal Civilian Government. I provide strategic guidance to a diverse range of agencies, from healthcare to finance, helping them leverage the full power of Microsoft's Business Applications, including Dynamics 365 and the Power Platform. My role involves deep customer engagement, architectural design, and enabling partners to successfully deliver solutions that meet the complex and vital needs of the nation.

Prior to my current role, I spent five years as a key advocate for Microsoft technologies across the Federal Government. My public service career also includes leading the CRM-as-a-Service team at the Department of Homeland Security (DHS), where I orchestrated pivotal functions essential for successful CRM implementations throughout the department.

I have built my reputation on forging strong partnerships, translating complex business requirements into enduring technical solutions, and ultimately helping organizations revolutionize their processes to better serve their constituents. I am passionate about sharing my expertise to empower others to achieve transformational results.

With extensive experience at the intersection of technology and public service, I am a seasoned technologist dedicated to driving mission-critical outcomes across Federal and Commercial industries. As a Principal Solution Engineer at Microsoft, I ... Show more

Joris Quarshie

Joris Quarshie

Roberto Bento

Roberto Bento

10 anos de experiência no setor de TI. Formação em Ciência de Computação, com intercâmbios de imersão técnica em Toronto (Canadá), Aveiro (Portugal) e Bucareste (Romênia). Trabalhos na área de Análise e Desenvolvimento de Projetos, além de Projetos de Gestão Pública. Desde Janeiro/2021 a frente do setor de TI da Prefeitura Municipal de Garopaba, liderando projetos e abrangem agilidade, otimização e informação de processos, além de transparência frente à gestão pública.

10 anos de experiência no setor de TI. Formação em Ciência de Computação, com intercâmbios de imersão técnica em Toronto (Canadá), Aveiro (Portugal) e Bucareste (Romênia). Trabalhos na área de Análise e Desenvolvimento de Projetos, além de Projetos d... Show more

Humberto Hinestrosa

Humberto Hinestrosa

Involved in Mountain Rescue in Venezuela since1992, Humberto continues volunteering today with SAR organizations in The Netherlands and in Germany. He studied Law and is an Intelligence Analyst graduated from Brunel University in
London. He gained experience in government, private sector, and in international organizations like the International Criminal Court in The Hague, the Netherlands.
With an unconventional combination of academic, analytic and operational experiences in different countries, Humberto currently combines Intelligence Analysis and SAR delivering a variety of professional and volunteer services related to
international security and the Search and Rescue field.
In 2018 he founded the Dutch organization Rescue International with the mission of facilitating analysis and technological resources to Governments, SAR Organizations and families.

Involved in Mountain Rescue in Venezuela since1992, Humberto continues volunteering today with SAR organizations in The Netherlands and in Germany. He studied Law and is an Intelligence Analyst graduated from Brunel University in London. He gained e... Show more

Elisa Neven-Pugh

Elisa Neven-Pugh

I am a young woman with cerebral palsy quadriplegia who has a great passion for helping people overcome limitations as well as connecting to a higher power, especially with a Christian context. I am an ally of the LGBTQ+ community and support all faith paths that are in love and light. I have a bachelors degree in Women and Gender studies with distinction, and a certificate in Counselling Women. I have a deep faith in God and the importance of believing in the unseen aspects of life. I love being outside and enjoy skiing and hiking with my family in Canada. With my presentations, I hope to show people that they are always supported by divine love and grace. I look forward to helping you and your audience live your best lives.

I am a young woman with cerebral palsy quadriplegia who has a great passion for helping people overcome limitations as well as connecting to a higher power, especially with a Christian context. I am an ally of the LGBTQ+ community and support all fai... Show more

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