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

Simone Ferreira

Simone Ferreira

Especialista e Gestora de TI e Segurança da Informação. Graduada em Tecnologia da Informação. Bacharel em Direito. Atua com gestão negocial,requisitos e desenvolvimento de software, em desenvolvimento de Políticas e Normas para a Segurança da Informação. DPO+. Classificação e proteção de dados na área de Segurança Pública. Mestre em Gestão Pública pela Universidade de Brasília - UNB. Certificada pelo programa Women Leadership in Public Management pelo INSEAD (França),

Sou uma profissional experiente no setor de gestão de TI para o setor público, principalmente em Segurança Pública, com mais de 25 anos de atuação. Minha trajetória profissional é pautada por sólidos conhecimentos técnicos, habilidades de liderança e um histórico comprovado de resultados excepcionais. Ao longo dos anos, desenvolvi competências especializadas que me permitem enfrentar desafios complexos e impulsionar o sucesso dos projetos em que estou envolvida.

Especialista e Gestora de TI e Segurança da Informação. Graduada em Tecnologia da Informação. Bacharel em Direito. Atua com gestão negocial,requisitos e desenvolvimento de software, em desenvolvimento de Políticas e Normas para a Segurança da Informa... Show more

Rachmawati Ari Taurisia

Rachmawati Ari Taurisia

Rachmawati is an AI and Data Science educator, speaker, and curriculum developer with a mission to bridge the gap between technical expertise, practical skills, and business impact.

With four years of experience designing learning programs, she has helped professionals, students, and organizations build AI literacy through accessible, high-impact content.
- She has been featured in Google Blog Indonesia (2020)
- Recognized by Favikon as LinkedIn Indonesia’s #1 Female Voice in Data Science (2024).
- Creator of Data Science & AI Insights, a bilingual newsletter followed by 500+ professionals

She delivers engaging talks that translate complex AI trends into actionable insights for professionals, business leaders, educators, and early-career talent.

Speaking Topics
AI & Data Science Career Growth
How to break into the field, navigate career paths, and stay ahead of industry trends.

The Business of AI
How organizations can adopt AI effectively to drive innovation and decision-making.

The Future of Work & AI
How AI is transforming jobs, required skills, and the learning ecosystem.

Women in AI & Tech
Insights and inspiration on creating inclusive growth and leadership opportunities in AI.

Generative AI & LLMs
What’s hype vs. reality real-world use cases, risks, and ethical challenges.

Bridging AI & Business
Making AI understandable and usable for both technical and non-technical teams.

Whether you need a speaker for your tech event, panel discussion, or educational series, Rachmawati brings a fresh, practical perspective on AI’s impact today and where it’s headed next.

I specialize in the orchestration of Agentic Workflows using n8n and Gemini moving beyond simple chat interfaces to build autonomous systems. My work focuses on Context Engineering. This is a framework I developed to ensure AI systems deliver high precision results centered on human needs in complex business environments.

Topics of expertise include:
AI & ML · Generative AI · Tech Careers · EdTech · Women in Tech · Cloud Platforms ·

Rachmawati is an AI and Data Science educator, speaker, and curriculum developer with a mission to bridge the gap between technical expertise, practical skills, and business impact. With four years of experience designing learning programs, she ha... Show more

Judson Kauffman

Judson Kauffman

Judson Kauffman is a creator, an adventurer, and innovator. He started his career as a Navy SEAL and later transitioned into business, co-founding three successful companies with a combined value of over $300 million. Throughout his career, he has disrupted multiple industries and earned a reputation for thinking and acting differently. In addition to being an award-winning entrepreneur, he is an investor, personal coach, and keynote speaker. He is an expert on innovation, human potential, and personal fulfillment.

Judson Kauffman is a creator, an adventurer, and innovator. He started his career as a Navy SEAL and later transitioned into business, co-founding three successful companies with a combined value of over $300 million. Throughout his career, he has di... Show more

Júnia Melo

Júnia Melo

Gestora no Instituto Legislativo Brasileiro (ILB), a Escola de Governo do Senado Federal, onde coordena a área de Capacitação, Treinamento e Ensino desde 2023. Jornalista com quase três décadas de trajetória na TV comercial e legislativa, Júnia Melo une a paixão por comunicação à gestão pública estratégica com foco em desenvolver as pessoas para servir com excelência aos desafios do Poder Legislativo.

Ex-diretora da TV Senado, apresentadora, host de talk shows e podcasts, Júnia hoje lidera pilares vitais da Casa: do plano de capacitação dos servidores à formação de gestores, facilitadores de aprendizagem com metodologias ativas. Sua gestão foca em mentorias para mulheres e na supervisão de um vasto portfólio de cursos regulares, que inclui ações presenciais, híbridas, eventos institucionais, workshops e a produção de cursos online para a plataforma Saberes, que atende todo o Brasil, além de supervisionar cursos sob demanda, treinamentos externos e novas modalidades de capacitação como o uso de licenças de uma plataforma global de ensino.

À frente do Programa de Integração, Júnia comanda o onboarding de servidores, estagiários e equipes dos gabinetes, consolidando uma cultura de pertencimento e engajamento. Sob sua atuação, o ILB alcançou a nota máxima (5) no MEC, um selo de qualidade, entrando para o seleto grupo das melhores escolas de governo do país.

Gestora no Instituto Legislativo Brasileiro (ILB), a Escola de Governo do Senado Federal, onde coordena a área de Capacitação, Treinamento e Ensino desde 2023. Jornalista com quase três décadas de trajetória na TV comercial e legislativa, Júnia Melo ... Show more

Charlie-Sam Newman

Charlie-Sam Newman

I’m driven by 𝐨𝐧𝐞 𝐜𝐨𝐫𝐞 𝐦𝐢𝐬𝐬𝐢𝐨𝐧: 𝒉𝒆𝒍𝒑𝒊𝒏𝒈 𝒑𝒆𝒐𝒑𝒍𝒆 𝒖𝒏𝒍𝒐𝒄𝒌 𝒕𝒉𝒆𝒊𝒓 𝒕𝒓𝒖𝒆 𝒑𝒐𝒕𝒆𝒏𝒕𝒊𝒂𝒍.

My daily motivation is knowing I personally make a difference to the future development of each and every individual. Whether that’s building high-performing teams, coaching professionals to grow their careers or supporting wellbeing and life balance.

With over a decade of experience spanning multiple industries, I’ve led large-scale teams in the gaming industry, driven sales performance in fitness and managed people and operations in hospitality. Beyond that, I’ve coached and trained apprentices, helping individuals step into careers while closing work with major organisations in transportation and facilities management. In Technology Services, I’ve helped scale businesses, guided clients with their people development strategies and enabled internal teams to thrive.

I step on stage, sharing my story and lessons, helping people see possibility in themselves and act on it.
My own journey has shaped how I show up as a leader and speaker. Having faced challenges with homelessness, prison, domestic abuse and longterm mental health, I carry a perspective that fuels my advocacy for inclusion, diversity and second chances. I’m proud to support not for profit organisations and initiatives that give people the opportunity to rebuild and succeed.

People often describe me as authentic, enthusiastic and a good listener - someone who lifts others up. I believe in feedback as a gift, the power of connection and the importance of showing up - consistently, with integrity.

I’m driven by 𝐨𝐧𝐞 𝐜𝐨𝐫𝐞 𝐦𝐢𝐬𝐬𝐢𝐨𝐧: 𝒉𝒆𝒍𝒑𝒊𝒏𝒈 𝒑𝒆𝒐𝒑𝒍𝒆 𝒖𝒏𝒍𝒐𝒄𝒌 𝒕𝒉𝒆𝒊𝒓 𝒕𝒓𝒖𝒆 𝒑𝒐𝒕𝒆𝒏𝒕𝒊𝒂𝒍. My daily motivation is knowing I personally make a difference to the future development of each and every individual. Wh... Show more

Cole Pirelli

Cole Pirelli

Cole Pirelli brings a cross-sector perspective to business continuity, emergency management, and workforce development, with experience in corporate retail operations, disaster response, and large-scale training initiatives.

Many organizations have plans in place but struggle to operationalize them during real-world disruptions. Cole focuses on closing that gap—helping teams move from theory to execution through practical, field-informed training and real-world scenarios.

His work emphasizes simplifying complex processes, strengthening team readiness, and building scalable systems that perform under pressure. Whether supporting frontline teams or leadership, his sessions are designed to be immediately actionable, ensuring participants leave with tools they can apply right away.

Cole Pirelli brings a cross-sector perspective to business continuity, emergency management, and workforce development, with experience in corporate retail operations, disaster response, and large-scale training initiatives. Many organizations hav... Show more

Yves Collenot

Yves Collenot

Yves Collenot est un Serious Game Designer basé à Montpellier, spécialisé dans la conception de dispositifs pédagogiques par le jeu. Après une carrière de 25 ans au sein d'un grand groupe industriel, il a entamé une transition pour mettre son expertise au service de l'apprentissage ludique.

Yves développe des solutions innovantes pour "apprendre en jouant". Son expertise s'appuie sur l'expérience de l'accompagnement de collectifs en interne vers de nouveaux modes de gouvernance, le DU « Apprendre Par Le Jeu » (promotion 2025-2026), un goût immodéré pour toutes formes de jeux et la création d'ateliers de médiation numérique pour les jeunes.

Il est le co-auteur du jeu professionnel Les Aventuriers de la Draille dont il poursuit le développement. Son approche, axée sur l'authenticité et l'intelligence collective, vise à apporter une contribution concrète à la mutation des collectifs vers plus de robustesse.

Très impliqué dans l'écosystème local, Yves manifeste un engagement fort à travers plusieurs initiatives :
- Économie Sociale & Solidaire : coopérateur d'un groupe local de financement, utilisant des méthodes d'intelligence collective pour porter des projets à impact social.
- Médiation Numérique pour les jeunes : animation du réseau, production et animation d'ateliers, développement du réseau des partenaires
- Pédagogie active en milieu associatif

Yves Collenot est un Serious Game Designer basé à Montpellier, spécialisé dans la conception de dispositifs pédagogiques par le jeu. Après une carrière de 25 ans au sein d'un grand groupe industriel, il a entamé une transition pour mettre son experti... Show more

Handz Valentin

Handz Valentin

Technical Writer y experto en la gestión de proyectos editoriales.
Miembro del staff de la Comunidad Técnica de Profesionales Microsoft. Capacitador técnico en eventos oficiales, cursos y/o diplomados enfocados a Microsoft 365, Office 2019, Microsoft Teams, Azure, Windows 10 y Windows Server. Trainer para cursos oficiales Microsoft enfocados en infraestructura. Mentoría para estudiantes de las carreras de tecnología y afines. Fundador de ValentinBook Publishing.

Technical Writer y experto en la gestión de proyectos editoriales. Miembro del staff de la Comunidad Técnica de Profesionales Microsoft. Capacitador técnico en eventos oficiales, cursos y/o diplomados enfocados a Microsoft 365, Office 2019, Microso... Show more

Caleb Roose

Caleb Roose

Caleb Roose (MDiv) is the founder and coach of Good Enough Dads (goodenoughdads.com), where he provides holistic life, career, and parenting coaching for fathers. In addition to his coaching and speaking on fatherhood, he also manages research and training at the Fuller Youth Institute and coauthors resources. Caleb lives with his wife and three young children near Pasadena, CA.

Caleb Roose (MDiv) is the founder and coach of Good Enough Dads (goodenoughdads.com), where he provides holistic life, career, and parenting coaching for fathers. In addition to his coaching and speaking on fatherhood, he also manages research and tr... Show more

Oluwatosin Iseniyi

Oluwatosin Iseniyi

Oluwatosin Iseniyi is a seasoned public policy, research, and data analyst with extensive experience in translating complex operational directives into practical, data-driven insights. His expertise lies in public finance reform, budget analysis, and strategic policy advisory. Over the years, he has played a key role in promoting transparency and accountability by facilitating town hall engagements with policymakers and stakeholders. Oluwatosin has authored and co-authored over 60 comprehensive studies on topics such as beneficial ownership, illicit financial flows, institutional performance, and public policy in Nigeria. He currently leads the AI and Data Unit at BudgIT, where he drives innovative approaches to data use in governance and development.

Oluwatosin Iseniyi is a seasoned public policy, research, and data analyst with extensive experience in translating complex operational directives into practical, data-driven insights. His expertise lies in public finance reform, budget analysis, and... Show more

Zahra Al-Saloom

Zahra Al-Saloom

Zahra Al-Saloom (she/hers) is a Program Manager under the Colorado Energy Office’s Transportation team. She co-manages the Charge Ahead Colorado program; this program provides grant funding for community-based Level 2 and DC fast charging. Under this program, Zahra leads multifamily housing EV charging efforts, including developing and implementing Colorado’s first EV charging portfolio application for MFH. Her work aims to reduce barriers for multifamily properties, including income-qualified housing, to ensure that MFH residents are charging where they live. Zahra obtained her Masters of Arts in Political Science, specializing in Environmental Policy and Comparative Politics, at Colorado State University (Go Rams!).

Zahra Al-Saloom (she/hers) is a Program Manager under the Colorado Energy Office’s Transportation team. She co-manages the Charge Ahead Colorado program; this program provides grant funding for community-based Level 2 and DC fast charging. Under this... Show more

Cody Barrow

Cody Barrow

Cody is a distinguished security leader with over 20 years of government and commercial experience in the US and Europe, with previous senior positions at The Pentagon and National Security Agency, Fortune 25 enterprise cybersecurity departments, and the world's leading cybersecurity product companies. He currently serves as CEO of EclecticIQ, a global threat intelligence software and services company based out of The Netherlands.

Cody is a distinguished security leader with over 20 years of government and commercial experience in the US and Europe, with previous senior positions at The Pentagon and National Security Agency, Fortune 25 enterprise cybersecurity departments, and... Show more

Juan Bidini

Juan Bidini

Soy Juan Bidini, especialista en informática y ciberseguridad, analista de sistemas y docente desde hace más de veinte años. Mi camino comenzó a los 8 años, cuando conocí la consola ColecoVision. Después llegaron la Timex Sinclair 2068, la Commodore 64, la 128 y finalmente la PC, donde descubrí mi pasión por programar y entender cómo funciona todo por dentro.

Con el tiempo desarrollé un gran interés por la retroinformática y la historia del hardware, especialmente por los distintos soportes de almacenamiento usados en videojuegos.

Hoy soy Subsecretario de Tecnología de la Municipalidad de Carlos Casares y también dueño de SeguRoot, mi emprendimiento de servicios informáticos. Además, soy mago desde hace muchos años, una actividad que me recuerda que la tecnología y la magia comparten algo esencial: la capacidad de asombrar.

Soy Juan Bidini, especialista en informática y ciberseguridad, analista de sistemas y docente desde hace más de veinte años. Mi camino comenzó a los 8 años, cuando conocí la consola ColecoVision. Después llegaron la Timex Sinclair 2068, la Commodore ... Show more

Jordan Kasper

Jordan Kasper

Jordan started programming in 1993 and has developed systems on platforms ranging from IBM mainframes to TI calculators and everything in between. Jordan's experience includes software development, instruction, mentorship, and technical leadership at startups, Fortune 100 companies, universities, and state and federal governments. He is an open source maintainer and regular conference speaker. Outside of work Jordan is a community organizer, board game enthusiast, and aspiring author.

Jordan started programming in 1993 and has developed systems on platforms ranging from IBM mainframes to TI calculators and everything in between. Jordan's experience includes software development, instruction, mentorship, and technical leadership at... Show more

Pete Oliver-Krueger

Pete Oliver-Krueger

Co-Author of "Shift: From Product to People" a novel about what it means to really put people at the center of everything you do. Coaching Agile leaders on how to improve lives and improve bottom lines at the same time. Specializes in Agile beyond IT, including manufacturing, government, education, the arts, non-profits, and more.

Co-Author of "Shift: From Product to People" a novel about what it means to really put people at the center of everything you do. Coaching Agile leaders on how to improve lives and improve bottom lines at the same time. Specializes in Agile beyond IT... Show more

Ofonime Brown Brown

Ofonime Brown Brown

Brown Ofonime is a senior software engineer and a Tech social activist, born and raised in Nigeria. In around a decade, she grew a diverse exposure to cutting-edge technology frameworks to create resilient products and share best practices of software methodologies and STEM Education. In 2020, Ofonime was awarded the 2023 She Code Africa TechElle award and The 2024 CMX industry award for the best non-profit community professional award, a global Ambassador Award to Women tech network for her extensive achievements in the tech industry, and the Womentech Makers award powered by Google and she is also a chapter lead of She code Africa, Abuja Chapter, Now a Founder of Faith Tech, Africa.

Brown Ofonime is a senior software engineer and a Tech social activist, born and raised in Nigeria. In around a decade, she grew a diverse exposure to cutting-edge technology frameworks to create resilient products and share best practices of softwar... Show more

Ruth Bolo

Ruth Bolo

Ruth Anyango Bolo is a distinguished leader and governance expert who has dedicated nearly a decade to dismantling barriers for women and youth in the socio-political landscape of Africa. With over eight years of experience in governance, democracy, and leadership, Ruth has established herself as a formidable force in embedding feminist principles within political structures. Her work is defined by a commitment to creating a level playing field where marginalized groups can exercise their agency and participate meaningfully in decision-making processes.
Ruth’s work increasingly intersects with the digital frontier. In November 2024, she presented a paper for the Nordic Africa Institute focusing on Gendered Electoral Violence, specifically examining Emotional Violence and the role of Technology. This research highlights her understanding of how digital spaces can be weaponized against women in politics and the urgent need for inclusive digital rights frameworks to protect female participants in the democratic process.
As a seasoned moderator and public speaker, Ruth frequently leads high-level dialogues on femicide legislative frameworks, resilient democratic structures, and the restructuring of equity for young women in the political space. Her unique blend of policy expertise, grassroots experience, and focus on the digital dimensions of political participation makes her a vital voice in the conversation on Bridging the Enforcement Gap in TFGBV in Kenya.

Ruth Anyango Bolo is a distinguished leader and governance expert who has dedicated nearly a decade to dismantling barriers for women and youth in the socio-political landscape of Africa. With over eight years of experience in governance, democracy, ... Show more

Ildar Akhmetov

Ildar Akhmetov

Educator, systems thinker, and lifelong learner. I lead the Computing Programs at Northeastern University’s Vancouver campus, where I work at the intersection of teaching, leadership, and software development. I care deeply about building systems that scale — whether that’s a capstone project, a degree program, or a set of habits that help students grow.

My background blends academia, entrepreneurship, and international experience. Before joining Northeastern, I ran a publishing business in Russia for over a decade — leading a team, streamlining operations, and building internal tools long before low-code platforms became popular. These days, I bring that same bias toward clarity, efficiency, and real-world results into how I teach and lead.

As a computer science educator, I’ve mentored hundreds of students through project-based learning, often partnering with industry and nonprofit clients. I’ve designed and taught 60+ capstone projects, developed AI-focused pathways, and created structures to help students turn their academic work into something meaningful — sometimes even startup-worthy.

I’ve been lecturing, facilitating workshops, and giving talks for over two decades — in universities, industry settings, and more recently, on stage as a Toastmaster. What makes that meaningful to me is the personal journey: I used to stutter as a kid and avoided speaking up whenever I could. These days, I find joy in clarity — not just in what I say, but in helping others articulate ideas that matter. Whether I’m teaching a technical concept or sharing a story from the classroom, I aim for engagement over perfection.

I speak and write about computer science education in the age of AI, teaching across cultures, building entrepreneurial mindsets, and how to preserve cognitive rigor without burning people out. My talks are grounded in classroom experience but often go beyond pedagogy — into leadership, mindset, and systems design.

Outside of work, I’m into distance running, slow travel, strange programming languages, and learning Spanish (with a thick Argentinian accent, apparently). I’m also raising a curious and sporty teenager, which is probably the most humbling teaching gig of all.

Educator, systems thinker, and lifelong learner. I lead the Computing Programs at Northeastern University’s Vancouver campus, where I work at the intersection of teaching, leadership, and software development. I care deeply about building systems tha... Show more

Florian Lamert

Florian Lamert

Wissenschaftlicher Mitarbeiter an der Universität Duisburg-Essen mit mehrjähriger berufspraktischer Erfahrung in den Bereichen Akkreditierung, Curriculumentwicklung, Fördermittelvergabe sowie Qualitätssicherung und -entwicklung im Hochschulwesen. Ich absolviere derzeit eine Weiterbildung zum systemischen Organisationsentwickler am ZWW der Johannes Gutenberg-Universität Mainz und befasse mich umfassend mit der Frage, wie hochschulische Organisationen im Rahmen der (statusgruppenübergreifenden) Zusammenarbeit gezielt weiterentwickelt werden können.

Wissenschaftlicher Mitarbeiter an der Universität Duisburg-Essen mit mehrjähriger berufspraktischer Erfahrung in den Bereichen Akkreditierung, Curriculumentwicklung, Fördermittelvergabe sowie Qualitätssicherung und -entwicklung im Hochschulwesen. Ich... Show more

Katyayani Nath

Katyayani Nath

I currently work as a Marketing and Communications Specialist at MathWorks, where my role focuses on education marketing across India. I work extensively with institutions and stakeholders including students, faculty, and academic leadership, while collaborating closely with cross-functional teams at MathWorks to streamline processes, build communities, and scale impact.

My work involves building and managing MATLAB student communities and chapters, partnering with consortiums such as IEEE and ICT Academy, conducting seminars and community days, and leading initiatives like Smart India Hackathon and key tradeshow participations to drive brand awareness and reach. I also contribute to social media and event marketing strategies for large-scale MathWorks India events.

I joined MathWorks as an intern in 2022 after completing my MBA and converted to a full-time role. I am proud to be the first intern hired in India and one of the youngest hires globally in the Marketing vertical.

Prior to this, I completed 14+ internships across brands and institutions including Burger King, IIM Bangalore, DCM Shriram, Woovly, and multiple startups. My experience spans sales, marketing, market research, brand, growth, and digital engagements, where I contributed to revenue and business growth. During this phase, I led content and marketing teams and worked closely in Founder’s Office roles, gaining hands-on exposure to building and scaling businesses.

Over the years, I have been invited to speak to students, professionals, and startup founders on topics such as AI and Generative AI for marketers, career and internship strategy, LinkedIn optimization, resume building, and transitioning from college to corporate life. I have conducted sessions for 5,000+ learners, collaborating with organizations like Katalyst India, Delhi University and have served as a jury member for hackathons at Atria College, BMSCE Bangalore, NPS HSR, and other institutions.

I hold an integrated BTech (Computer Science) + MBA (Marketing) degree from NMIMS Mumbai, with a minor in Business Analytics. During my academic journey, I was actively involved with ACM, IEC and I am a recipient of the Meritorious Student Award, recognizing the top 1% of students at NMIMS.

Outside of work, I enjoy traveling, exploring new cultures, and learning through experiences. I love reading books, decoding the human brain through research papers, listening to podcasts, and mentoring students and professionals on career growth and marketing strategy.

I currently work as a Marketing and Communications Specialist at MathWorks, where my role focuses on education marketing across India. I work extensively with institutions and stakeholders including students, faculty, and academic leadership, while c... Show more

Ofon Brown

Ofon Brown

Brown Ofonime (Ofon) is a Senior Software Engineer, ecosystem architect, and globally recognized tech community leader redefining how developers—especially from emerging markets—access opportunity, visibility, and influence on the world stage.
Over the past decade, she has built and contributed to resilient technology solutions while simultaneously engineering high-impact developer ecosystems that turn overlooked talent into globally competitive professionals. Her work goes beyond code—she designs career leverage systems that help developers transition from local participants to internationally visible contributors, speakers, and leaders.
As an ex-Chapter Lead at She Code Africa (Abuja), a leader in the AWS Women community, and Founder of Faith Tech, Ofon has led transformative initiatives that have empowered thousands of developers through mentorship, education, and access to global platforms. She is known for her ability to translate community into opportunity and participation into influence.
Her impact has earned her multiple global recognitions, including the TechElle Award by She Code Africa, the CMX Global Award for Best Non-Profit Community Professional, the WomenTech Network Global Ambassador Award, and recognition from Google’s Women Techmakers—placing her among a new generation of leaders shaping the future of inclusive innovation.
On stage, Ofon delivers high-signal, no-fluff frameworks on career acceleration, developer visibility, and ecosystem-driven growth. Her talks challenge conventional career narratives and equip developers with the systems needed to become opportunity magnets in a borderless tech economy.
She is not just building software—she is building pathways for global access, influence, and transformation in tech.

Brown Ofonime (Ofon) is a Senior Software Engineer, ecosystem architect, and globally recognized tech community leader redefining how developers—especially from emerging markets—access opportunity, visibility, and influence on the world stage. Over ... Show more

Ebony Britton

Ebony Britton

Ebony D. Britton is an educator of over 20 years, children’s author, and advocate for inclusive education. As an ESE teacher, she is deeply committed to supporting students with diverse learning needs, including those on the autism spectrum and nonverbal learners.

Motivated by the lack of representation in children’s literature, Ebony began writing books that reflect the experiences of all children—especially those who are often unseen. Her work combines education and storytelling to promote empathy, inclusion, and meaningful connection in classrooms.

As a speaker, Ebony empowers educators and communities with practical strategies and heartfelt insight on creating inclusive environments where every child feels valued and understood.

Ebony D. Britton is an educator of over 20 years, children’s author, and advocate for inclusive education. As an ESE teacher, she is deeply committed to supporting students with diverse learning needs, including those on the autism spectrum and nonve... Show more

Moritz Kreinsen

Moritz Kreinsen

Moritz Kreinsen is a research associate at the Universität Hamburg since 2021. He teaches and does research in Computer Science Education on the topics of AI Literacy and Data Literacy in Schools and Teacher Education.

Moritz Kreinsen is a research associate at the Universität Hamburg since 2021. He teaches and does research in Computer Science Education on the topics of AI Literacy and Data Literacy in Schools and Teacher Education. Show more

Dr. Roland Nolte

Dr. Roland Nolte

Dr. Roland Nolte is an international leadership expert and keynote speaker with over 13 years of experience leading global teams of hundreds and even thousands. His focus: restoring humanity as the true driver of motivation, collaboration, and sustainable success in organizations. As the founder of re:HUMAN, he combines practical leadership insights with the latest findings from psychology, sociology, and organizational research.

Beyond the stage, Roland lives what he teaches: as a father of four, a farm owner, and someone who understands stress not from theory but from real life. His keynotes inspire leaders and organizations to build trust, foster resilience, and achieve clarity in times of uncertainty. With his mix of academic depth and personal authenticity, he empowers audiences to navigate the future of work with confidence and humanity.

Dr. Roland Nolte is an international leadership expert and keynote speaker with over 13 years of experience leading global teams of hundreds and even thousands. His focus: restoring humanity as the true driver of motivation, collaboration, and sustai... Show more

Thea Soehren

Thea Soehren

Thea Soehren, CBAP, is a celebrated leader, problem solver, speaker and Business Analyst with over 20 years of experience, and 15 in the Information Technology arena.

Thea has worked in the Information Technology field for much of that time. Her experience spans a variety of industries including nuclear, medical diagnostics, insurance, US Tax, software development, marketing, professional services and management consulting. Previously, she worked as an enterprise change consultant for KPMG.

Currently, Thea works for Cincinnati Insurance Company and is a member of the Business Analysis Center of Excellence (BACoE) for IT Business Analysts.

She has extensive experience working in both Waterfall and Agile projects, simultaneously serving a variety of roles, such as Business Analyst, Scrum Master, Product Owner, Agile Coach, Program Manager, Project Manager, Problem Solver and Head Cheerleader.

A lifelong learner, Thea has been coaching and teaching for 15 years. Since 2013, she has been involved in leading IIBA® Chapters in Kansas City, Topeka, and Tampa Bay, Florida. She is currently the President of the Tampa Bay, Florida USA Chapter and frequently speaks and leads multi-week study groups for other IIBA Chapters and various organizations worldwide. Thea is very active on LinkedIn and strives to assist every person she can.

Thea was one of the authors of the A Guide to the Business Analysis Body of Knowledge® (BABOK® Guide) as well as the book Business Analysis: Bridging the Gap Across Industries with the second in that series coming out in 2025.

Thea founded and leads the BA Force Multiplier Movement, a worldwide effort to engage individuals use stories to convey the value of Business Analysis, to realize their potential and provide encouragement.

She provides business consulting, personal coaching, speaks internationally and finds places to be a positive impact. When not working or teaching Business Analysis, Thea enjoys spending time with her husband, Lance, making their home a peaceful retreat, and finding new things to learn.

Thea Soehren, CBAP, is a celebrated leader, problem solver, speaker and Business Analyst with over 20 years of experience, and 15 in the Information Technology arena. Thea has worked in the Information Technology field for much of that time. Her e... Show more

Anna Miller

Anna Miller

Anna is the Founder of Second Careers, a career consultancy for tech talent that provides online courses and personalized coaching to guide career changers to land jobs in tech. After working 10+ yrs in tech, and going through 7 job searches, she launched Second Careers, supporting career changers to navigate the job search process to launch new careers in tech.

Anna is the Founder of Second Careers, a career consultancy for tech talent that provides online courses and personalized coaching to guide career changers to land jobs in tech. After working 10+ yrs in tech, and going through 7 job searches, she lau... Show more

Justice Oyakhilome Anthony

Justice Oyakhilome Anthony

Justice is a Data, Programs and Operations expert interested in sustainability and cleantech. He currently works as the Community Growth and Data Lead at Young Collective.
He is a current Global Ambassador for UNLEASH, a trained Climate Reality Leader, and a Net Zero Emission Data Tracker with the Net Zero Tracker. Justice is Microsoft Certified in M365, Azure, and Power Platforms. Justice is a former Growth and Operations Manager at Trashcoin UG, a German/Nigerian cleantech startup focused on digitizing waste collection in Africa.

Justice is a Data, Programs and Operations expert interested in sustainability and cleantech. He currently works as the Community Growth and Data Lead at Young Collective. He is a current Global Ambassador for UNLEASH, a trained Climate Reality Lea... 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

Dawn Pfeifer Reitz

Dawn Pfeifer Reitz

Dawn Pfeifer Reitz is a communication strategist, leadership educator, and higher education leader who helps people transform expertise into influence. With more than three decades of experience in teaching, training, and organizational leadership, her work focuses on the power skills that drive professional success: communication, leadership presence, collaboration, and strategic thinking.

Dawn serves as an Associate Teaching Professor of Communication Arts and Sciences and First Year Seminar Coordinator at Penn State Berks, where she leads curriculum innovation, faculty collaboration, and student success initiatives across programs.

Dawn is also the founder of DSPR Consulting, where she advises organizations and leaders on communication strategy, leadership development, and learning systems.

Known for translating research into practical tools, Dawn's sessions combine storytelling, frameworks, and real world application. She regularly speaks on communication for career readiness, leadership development, mentoring, and the role of communication in professional mobility.

Her work sits at the intersection of education, leadership, and workforce development, helping students, professionals, and organizations communicate with clarity, confidence, and purpose.

Dawn Pfeifer Reitz is a communication strategist, leadership educator, and higher education leader who helps people transform expertise into influence. With more than three decades of experience in teaching, training, and organizational leadership, h... Show more

Shavone Riggins

Shavone Riggins

Shavone Riggins is an Atlanta-based entrepreneur, marketing executive, and community impact leader whose work sits at the intersection of business, wellness, and civic engagement. She is the Co-Founder of SR², a creative venture focused on developing community-driven concepts, curated experiences, and cultural initiatives that bring people together in meaningful ways.

Shavone is also the Founder of a nationally recognized textured hair brand, which she built from the ground up into a seven-figure company serving 100,000+ customers nationwide and cultivating a thriving digital community. Through innovative product development, brand strategy, and digital marketing, the brand became a recognized name within the textured hair and beauty industry.

A longtime advocate for wellness and plant-based living, Shavone also contributes to community impact efforts across Atlanta, collaborating with local partners and organizations to connect residents to critical resources and support systems while helping expand initiatives that serve thousands of individuals and families each year.

Shavone Riggins is an Atlanta-based entrepreneur, marketing executive, and community impact leader whose work sits at the intersection of business, wellness, and civic engagement. She is the Co-Founder of SR², a creative venture focused on developing... Show more

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