Benson Barry – Corporate Diplomat | Change Expert | Visionary Leader


Benson Barry is a distinguished Certified Corporate Diplomat and Change Expert, renowned for his ability to empower organizations to navigate complex business relationships and transformative change. As the Managing Director of Barry Consulting Agency, he leads a team dedicated to helping businesses and institutions resolve conflicts, drive sustainable growth, and build resilient leadership frameworks.

With over eight years of cross-sector experience, Benson has collaborated with globally recognized organizations, including Mott MacDonald (UK), Euro Exim Bank (UK), and Merchant Trade (USA), as well as numerous institutions across diverse industries. His expertise spans high-stakes negotiations, strategic change management, leadership development, and corporate governance, ensuring that organizations thrive in dynamic environments.

Core Expertise & Leadership
Benson specializes in:
- Diplomatic Business Negotiations– Bridging cultural and organizational divides to foster win-win outcomes.
- Conflict Resolution & Management – Aligning diverse stakeholders through constructive dialogue.
- Change Management & Transformation – Guiding organizations through uncertainty toward long-term resilience.
- Leadership Development – Cultivating effective leadership at all organizational levels.
- Corporate Governance & Compliance – Establishing ethical, transparent, and accountable frameworks.

Under his leadership, Barry Consulting Agency provides tailored consulting and training services, equipping clients with strategies to align business goals with sustainable growth. Benson is deeply passionate about innovation, collaboration, and empowering organizations to maximize their potential in an ever-evolving global landscape.

A Visionary Beyond Business
Beyond his corporate influence, Benson Barry is a visionary leader of the Sacred Order of the Remnants, a mission-driven initiative focused on building, illuminating, and guarding the gates of cities and cultures. This unique dual role reflects his commitment to transformational leadership—both in business and societal impact.

With a reputation for strategic insight, diplomatic acumen, and transformative leadership, Benson Barry continues to inspire organizations and communities to embrace change, foster excellence, and achieve lasting success.

Connect with Benson Barry to explore how his expertise can elevate your organization’s growth and leadership journey.

Benson Barry – Corporate Diplomat | Change Expert | Visionary Leader Benson Barry is a distinguished Certified Corporate Diplomat and Change Expert, renowned for his ability to empower organizations to navigate complex business relationships ... Show more

Mr. G is an ai and greentech startup founder, and business coach for startups for the New Zealand Government, United Nations Development Programme in Cambodia and for the Social Tides programme for ai and impact startups across the EU.

His sustainable business approach has won him the Ministry of Science, Technology and Innovation's Green Business Awards and helped push the sustainable business agenda for organizations such as the United Nations and Oxfam to the Royal Government of Cambodia.

He has a strong belief that empathetic dialogue and design are key life skills to both personal and professional success, and is currently on a mission to solve real world issues through empathy, entrepreneurship and principled leadership.

Mr. G is an ai and greentech startup founder, and business coach for startups for the New Zealand Government, United Nations Development Programme in Cambodia and for the Social Tides programme for ai and impact startups across the EU. His sustai... Show more

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Analista de Seguridad Digital. Profesional en Ingeniería en Informática por el Instituto Politécnico Nacional (IPN), con experiencia en administración de infraestructura y sistemas.
Se ha desempeñado como responsable de la administración de la infraestructura tecnológica en SocialTIC, destacándose por su enfoque en la optimización y seguridad de sistemas. Su especialidad como Analista de Seguridad Digital está orientada principalmente a la seguridad de servicios, garantizando entornos más seguros y resilientes. Brinda soporte técnico y respuesta de emergencia ante ataques a la infraestructura y sitios web y realiza análisis forense de dispositivos, redes y sistemas para diagnosticar ataques digitales.
Además, ha sido promotora de iniciativas para el desarrollo de infraestructura autónoma, impulsando el uso de tecnologías libres y accesibles en diversos proyectos.

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Computer Engineering professional from the Instituto Politécnico Nacional (IPN), with experience in infrastructure and systems administration.
She has worked managing technology infrastructure at SocialTIC, focusing on improving system performance and strengthening security. As a Digital Security Analyst, her work is mainly centered on protecting digital services and helping create safer, more resilient environments. She provides technical support and responds to emergencies involving infrastructure or website attacks, and also performs forensic analysis of devices, networks, and systems to better understand and respond to digital threats.
She’s also been an advocate for building autonomous infrastructure and promotes the use of free and accessible technologies in various projects.

sd@st:~$ cat linda.fernandez Analista de Seguridad Digital. Profesional en Ingeniería en Informática por el Instituto Politécnico Nacional (IPN), con experiencia en administración de infraestructura y sistemas. Se ha desempeñado como responsabl... Show more

Abhishek is a cybersecurity instructor at Sheryians Coding School and a digital forensics and cybercrime investigation expert actively working with Madhya Pradesh Police and multiple state police. As a lead instructor and mentor, he trains both law enforcement officers and cybersecurity students across India, bridging the gap between technical theory and ground-level crime investigations.

Abhishek was an active speaker and community contributor at events like TEDx and THM Indore, where he conducted hands-on workshops and CTF-based learning sessions to promote cybersecurity awareness and skill development in cloud security, network defense, and ethical hacking.

Abhishek is a cybersecurity instructor at Sheryians Coding School and a digital forensics and cybercrime investigation expert actively working with Madhya Pradesh Police and multiple state police. As a lead instructor and mentor, he trains both law e... Show more

Derek M. Scheller Jr. – Cybersecurity Leader | Veteran | Advocate for Empowerment Through Security

Derek M. Scheller Jr. is a seasoned cybersecurity professional with over 13 years of experience spanning offensive security, cyber defense, and strategic consulting. A U.S. Army and Air National Guard veteran, Derek now serves as the Practice Manager of Security Engineering at Stratascale, where he leads high-performing teams in delivering cutting-edge cloud and hybrid security solutions.

His career journey—from tactical military operations to corporate cybersecurity leadership—has shaped his mission-driven approach to technology, leadership, and resilience. Derek holds top industry certifications, including CISSP, OSCP, and multiple SANS designations (GREM, GPYC, GCIH, GCED, GSEC), and specializes in vulnerability management, red/purple teaming, SIEM optimization, and security program development.

Beyond his technical expertise, Derek is a passionate educator and mentor. He hosts two widely respected podcasts—"Security Happy Hour" and "Walk With Me"—aimed at guiding newcomers into cybersecurity and inspiring personal growth. He also collaborates with schools to bring cybersecurity education to the next generation.

A compelling and relatable speaker, Derek brings authenticity, practical insight, and a deep sense of purpose to every engagement. Whether he's discussing threat detection, burnout in security teams, or the human side of cyber leadership, Derek connects with audiences through his real-world experience and passion for making security a force for good.

Derek M. Scheller Jr. – Cybersecurity Leader | Veteran | Advocate for Empowerment Through Security Derek M. Scheller Jr. is a seasoned cybersecurity professional with over 13 years of experience spanning offensive security, cyber defense, and stra... Show more

Rashda Munawar – Author & Educator

Rashda Munawar is a dedicated educator, author, and advocate for a growth mindset. Holding a Master’s degree in Mathematics, she is passionate about fostering resilience and confidence in young learners.

Her debut children's book, Think Big, was inspired by her personal journey as a mother navigating her daughter’s early diagnosis of type 1 diabetes. Recognizing the power of mindset in overcoming challenges, Rashda strives to equip children with the tools to embrace mistakes, persevere, and think beyond limitations.

Beyond writing, she enjoys exploring growth mindset literature, playing board games, reading, practicing yoga, taking nature walks, and baking. Through her work, Rashda hopes to inspire both educators and young readers to believe in the power of growth and self-discovery.

Rashda Munawar – Author & Educator Rashda Munawar is a dedicated educator, author, and advocate for a growth mindset. Holding a Master’s degree in Mathematics, she is passionate about fostering resilience and confidence in young learners. Her d... Show more

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

At just 24 years old, Jimmy Klimowicz brings over a decade of experience in preaching and public speaking to stages across churches, schools, businesses, events, and community groups. Known for a dynamic presence and a gift for connecting across generations, Jimmy Klimowicz began speaking at the age of 13 and has since developed a powerful voice marked by authenticity, clarity, and purpose.

With a Bachelor's degree in Communications, Jimmy Klimowicz blends academic insight with real-world speaking experience, delivering messages that are both impactful and deeply relatable. Whether addressing faith-based audiences or professional groups, Jimmy Klimowicz consistently brings a message of hope, direction, and transformation.

Beyond the stage, Jimmy Klimowicz hosts a podcast that dives into faith, purpose, and everyday leadership. Their influence also extends to social media and YouTube, where they post thought-provoking content that engages thousands of viewers and listeners each month.

Jimmy Klimowicz is passionate about equipping others to walk in purpose, communicate with confidence, and live with intentionality—and brings that passion to every platform they touch.

At just 24 years old, Jimmy Klimowicz brings over a decade of experience in preaching and public speaking to stages across churches, schools, businesses, events, and community groups. Known for a dynamic presence and a gift for connecting across gene... Show more

Nick Lavery (pronounced Nick Lay-Very) is an active-duty Green Beret in the United States Army Special Forces and the founder & CEO of Precision Components LLC.  After a life-altering injury sustained in combat, he transformed his challenges into a series of curriculums on leadership, resilience, and goal achievement. As one of the most sought-after speakers and mentors in the country, Nick and his team of assets share valuable insights on discipline, work ethic, and teamwork, in turn empowering others to unlock capacity and increase capability. 

Nick has a long and distinguished list of military awards, but to name a few, he has been awarded the Silver Star, three Purple Hearts, a Bronze Star with Valor, three Bronze Stars for service, the Bruce Price Leadership award, and the Special Operations Command Excalibur award. 

Nick is the best selling author of Objective Secure- the battle-tested guide to goal achievement, and most significantly, he is a proud husband and father of two boys. 

Nick Lavery (pronounced Nick Lay-Very) is an active-duty Green Beret in the United States Army Special Forces and the founder & CEO of Precision Components LLC.  After a life-altering injury sustained in combat, he transformed his challenges into a s... Show more

At just 20 years old, Dylan brings a powerful first hand perspective on what young people need to feel seen, supported, and heard. As the co-founder of Fourddo (four-dee-do), he and his sister have served thousands by spearheading national initiatives in mental health, activism, and the arts—partnering with organizations like Nike, KIA Motors, Macy's and No Kid Hungry. He is a believer in the power of storytelling as a tool for connection, healing, and change.

Dylan has held several advisory and ambassadorial positions at the National Alliance on Mental Illness, Young Futures Org, Made By Us, Civics Unplugged, Adolescent Content, The Foundation for Social Connection, Boston Healthcare for the Homeless, the United States Tennis Association, the American Philosophical Society, and UNICEF USA. At his alma mater, Emerson College, he advises the President and the Dean on equitable and inclusive solutions for students. His creative pursuits have also recognized him as a Norman Lear and Bruno Mars Fund Scholar. This spring, he was recognized as a Finalist at Sundance and produced a premiere at Tribeca Film Festival.

At just 20 years old, Dylan brings a powerful first hand perspective on what young people need to feel seen, supported, and heard. As the co-founder of Fourddo (four-dee-do), he and his sister have served thousands by spearheading national initiative... Show more

Jesus Gil es un especialista el área de datos e Inteligencia Artificial, actualmente se desempeña como Arquitecto de Soluciones de Nube (CSA) en Microsoft
Por 12 años consecutivo fue nombrado MVP de SQL Server
Es coautor de 2 guías oficiales de Migración escritas para Microsoft Corporation y del libro Power BI MVP Book
Es ingeniero en sistemas, pero su pasión por la Educación lo llevó a obtener una maestría y un Doctorado en Ciencias de la Educación
Cuenta con +25 años de experiencia en la industria, desde el año 2007 ha dado entrenamientos tanto en México, USA, LATAM y Europa
Desde el año 2008 es un speaker habitual en eventos de tecnología dando charla en México, USA, LATAM y Europa

Jesus Gil es un especialista el área de datos e Inteligencia Artificial, actualmente se desempeña como Arquitecto de Soluciones de Nube (CSA) en Microsoft Por 12 años consecutivo fue nombrado MVP de SQL Server Es coautor de 2 guías oficiales de Mig... Show more

Licenciado en Economía Social | Docente Universitario | Mentor en IA aplicada a la Educación y Emprendimientos

Con más de 20 años en la Economía Social y Solidaria, se ha dedicado a la educación, el desarrollo comunitario y la incorporación de tecnologías para la inclusión social. Cuenta con una Licenciatura, Maestría y Tecnicatura en Economía Social, un Diplomado en IA para Docentes y formación como Formador de Formadores.

Es Director y creador de la Licenciatura en Economía Social en la UNLZ, donde también enseña la materia Trabajo y Sociedad. Diseña y dirige cursos, talleres y mentorías sobre IA para estudiantes, docentes, investigadores y emprendedores, adaptados a realidades organizacionales.

Desde la RED THIA impulsa la integración ética y accesible de la IA en América Latina, apoyando a pymes, cooperativas y organizaciones sociales. Su enfoque humanista promueve una IA al servicio de la justicia social, la inclusión digital y el cuidado de la vida y el planeta.

Licenciado en Economía Social | Docente Universitario | Mentor en IA aplicada a la Educación y Emprendimientos Con más de 20 años en la Economía Social y Solidaria, se ha dedicado a la educación, el desarrollo comunitario y la incorporación de tec... Show more

Pj Metz is a former high school English teacher and current Program Manager of Student Communities at GitHub. Pj spent 11 years in the classroom teaching High School English. Then, in May of 2020, he started learning to code and began to live stream his sessions learning C# and Node.js shortly after. His previous role at GitLab was all about bringing DevSecOps into the classroom by making GitLab available to educators around the world, followed by time spent as a community manager for ProjectDiscovery helping the bug bounty hunter community learn and grow. He has presented on a variety of topics at several events like Start.Dev.Change, Codeland, DevOpsDays Chicago, DevRelCon, and Orlando Code Camp.

Pj loves 80’s music, including modern music that sounds like it was made in the 80’s, 90’s internet culture, and poetry. He’s a published poet and a musician sometimes. He loves chatting and being on podcasts, shows, and live streams.

Pj Metz is a former high school English teacher and current Program Manager of Student Communities at GitHub. Pj spent 11 years in the classroom teaching High School English. Then, in May of 2020, he started learning to code and began to live stream... Show more

Kas has a heartfelt passion for Microsoft Cloud Solutions, bringing a decade of experience in the Microsoft Ecosystem, working closely with M365 and now Azure OpenAI solutions. Previously an official technical trainer for a Office 365 technical support teams across Europe. This vast experience of Microsoft Cloud solutions enabled her to work with the largest Enterprises around the globe wanting to maximize their M365 investments. She is a proud working mum and is an advocate for women in tech.

Kas has a heartfelt passion for Microsoft Cloud Solutions, bringing a decade of experience in the Microsoft Ecosystem, working closely with M365 and now Azure OpenAI solutions. Previously an official technical trainer for a Office 365 technical suppo... Show more

With over 30 years of IT experience in both private and public sector, Douglas joined Transport Canada (TC) in 2014. He has been involved in several major transformation projects as Manager at TC, with a focus on modernizing of technology in support of inspections and regulatory enforcement, breaking IT silos, and beginning with the Navigable Waters Act Renewal Project (NWAR) in 2017, pioneering Agile development and leveraging Power Platform at the department.

As a direct result of NWAR’s success – including winning the 2020 departmental National Creativity and Transformation Award, Douglas was offered the opportunity to found the Power Apps Centre of Excellence (PACE). Since being formed in summer 2020, PACE has become a leader in the Government of Canada when it comes to Power Apps. The PACE team has built numerous critical systems in response to COVID-19 and other department priorities, supported other Professional Developers across government to succeed utilizing the platform, and sponsored the initial blossoming of Citizen Development at TC. PACE was recognized for these efforts in 2021 by receiving the Government of Canada’s “Excellence in Innovation” Digital Government Community Award.

With over 30 years of IT experience in both private and public sector, Douglas joined Transport Canada (TC) in 2014. He has been involved in several major transformation projects as Manager at TC, with a focus on modernizing of technology in support ... Show more

Jhonathan David Shaikh is a remarkable professional making an impressive industry impact in banking & finance, healthcare, trade & exports and education. JD started his career in banking furthered his education by earning a Masters degree in Business Administration with a major in finance and global markets from the prestigious School of Business at Tulane University as well as becoming a Data Scientist from the New York School of Data Flatiron. Jhonathan completed a 15 year career track. In 2017, he became a Global Lead in Data Digital Transformation, and later an Executive Manager in Data Models & Database Reviews, at a global firm based New York City -He has research and published business applications of data sciences and AI in major media outlets. Today he is Chief Data Strategist for Xabios Data, a data analytics| business intelligence and data science firm optimizing businesses.

Notably, JD was featured on an international article for Grant Thornton International in Data Monetization. Hi research reached more than 15,000 followers - He has spoken at more than 13 conferences in the USA and LATAM- He founded a non-profit in LATAM that helps limited-resources entrepreneurs with micro-lending and educational resources. These recognitions, along with his Top 5 Awards in Leadership reflect his dedication and impact in industry and to people.

Jhon enjoyes being called to speak at the National and International Conferences to speak about real world experiences in the world of AI , Data Analytics & Data Science. Highlights include: the State of Mexico Business Association, in Mexico City, the Data Science Panels at the S&P 500 Building in Wall street for Data Science Salon, and at the The University of Houston College of Technology. Jhonathan makes complex topics, easy to understand to non-technical audiences, and makes technical audiences understand the world and language of business.

Experience for yourself as Jhonathan speaks to businesses leaders, management groups, professionals, scientist and students about real world applications of data sciences, from real life experiences. As he speaks the language of business and science, learned through his management of global teams in real-life projects, working with the leadership of top institutions, he shares his previous and ongoing client business experiences and what's happening in the world of data science.

His expertise topics include themes around : Data Science in a Business Context, Project Experiences, Data Modeling, and Financial Education.

Jhonathan David Shaikh is a remarkable professional making an impressive industry impact in banking & finance, healthcare, trade & exports and education. JD started his career in banking furthered his education by earning a Masters degree in Busines... Show more

Dr. Inna Armstrong, professional speaker, global thought leader & influencer in the field of Augmented Reality (AR) in K12 Education, and a Co-Founder of CleverBooks. She investigates how AR can be used for learning and creating an engaging and immersive environment for students in the classroom and beyond that they can develop 21st-centry skills. Inna's current focus is on influencing the change in the education system through a strategic application of most innovative EdTech. Inna is nominated as Evergreen Global Thought Leaders and Influencers on AR/VR 2022, Top 10/25/50 Global Thought Leaders and Influencers on AR/VR in Education 2021/2022/2023 (Thinkers360), Top 25/50 Thought leaders in EdTech 2020/2023 (Thinkers360), and 144 Women CEOs and Founders leading Global EdTech Startups (HolonIQ). Under Inna's leadership, in 2020 CleverBooks was awarded in Reimagine Education as a Bronze Winner 2020 in the AR/VR category and a Regional Award Gold Winner 2021, EdTech Breakthrough award winner 2020, GESAward 2020 winner and the winner of the Digital Innovation Challenge 2020 organized by the European Commission. The company is on the list of Top Tech Startups in Europe in 2023 and enrolled in one of the biggest EU funded HORIZON 2020 research project that aims to build a Europe-wide competitive ecosystem that supports the dissemination of augmented reality and virtual reality in education.

Dr. Inna Armstrong, professional speaker, global thought leader & influencer in the field of Augmented Reality (AR) in K12 Education, and a Co-Founder of CleverBooks. She investigates how AR can be used for learning and creating an engaging and immer... Show more

Annalinde's main area of passion is bringing humanness into the workplace. She adores trying new things out. She is a connector of and with people. She's worked as an analyst, facilitator, musician, Scrum Master, and Agile Coach across various industries, and is also a published poet. Her favourite communication methods include emojis and GIFs. 😉

Annalinde's main area of passion is bringing humanness into the workplace. She adores trying new things out. She is a connector of and with people. She's worked as an analyst, facilitator, musician, Scrum Master, and Agile Coach across various indust... Show more

Elizabeth A. Ruiz, PhD, is a Leadership Psychology Scholar-Practitioner. She is a dynamic force in strategic communication and leadership development. With over 35 years of experience, she has honed a unique expertise in leadership psychology, human capital, and organizational growth. As a Leadership Psychology Architect and Transformation Facilitator, Elizabeth empowers individuals and organizations to unlock their full potential through tailored business solutions, cutting-edge training, and strategic insights. Elizabeth’s passion for helping others grow is the driving force behind her career. She specializes in developing leaders who can navigate the complexities of today's business landscape with confidence and resilience. Through learning assessments, leadership training, or strategic business solutions, Elizabeth’s work empowers others with the skills they need to succeed. Elizabeth is not just a scholar-practitioner—she is a catalyst for transformation, inspiring leaders to reach new heights and organizations to achieve sustainable growth.

Elizabeth A. Ruiz, PhD, is a Leadership Psychology Scholar-Practitioner. She is a dynamic force in strategic communication and leadership development. With over 35 years of experience, she has honed a unique expertise in leadership psychology, human ... Show more

As an ethical AI advocate, she focuses on proactively driving organizational change in small and medium-sized businesses (SMEs) to ensure ethical AI is at the forefront of AI development and deployment. Her current collaborations intersect technology, governance, and social impact to build robust ethical AI governance that takes a human-first approach. Currently, her focus is on merging customer success and AI governance in the federal space.

In her spare time, she serves as the Non-Technical Lead for the DC Chapter of Black Girls CODE and the Technology Committee Co-chair and Webmistress for the Portsmouth Alumnae Chapter of Delta Sigma Theta Sorority, Inc. When she isn’t doing those things, she is a mentor to women at Historically Black Colleges & Universities (HBCUs). Her mission is to inspire, empower, & impact underrepresented individuals and protect the data associated with them. For a full bio, please find it here: www.eveal.ai.

As an ethical AI advocate, she focuses on proactively driving organizational change in small and medium-sized businesses (SMEs) to ensure ethical AI is at the forefront of AI development and deployment. Her current collaborations intersect technology... Show more

Carrie Randolph is a CISSP-certified cybersecurity leader and international speaker with fourteen years of experience. Prior to joining the private sector, Carrie was the CIO for the Oklahoma State Department of Education, with over a decade of public service.

Carrie has her Bachelors of Technology from Oklahoma State University Institute of Technology in Information Assurance and Digital Forensics, and she is a co-founder of BSides Oklahoma and a founding member of Techlahoma.

Carrie Randolph is a CISSP-certified cybersecurity leader and international speaker with fourteen years of experience. Prior to joining the private sector, Carrie was the CIO for the Oklahoma State Department of Education, with over a decade of publi... Show more

Heather Wilde is CTO of TheDifference and is also known as the Unicorn Whisperer because of her special focus on entrepreneurs. She is a professional growth expert, executive coach, best-selling author, and speaker. One of the founding team of Evernote, and co-founder of TWIP, she has won multiple awards for her writing, technology, coaching, and mentorship, including the 2020 International Impact Award for her latest book, "Birth of a Unicorn".

Both a patent inventor and game designer, she is trailblazing the way for other women to do the same.
She has appeared on Huffpost Live and ABC News, and has appeared in Mashable, BBC News, Huffington Post, and in the Wall Street Journal as well as many other industry publications. Her clients cover North America, Australia, Asia, and the Middle East and she offers training internationally on tech topics such as Cybersecurity, Anticipatory Design, and the Dangers of Overwork.

Wilde's popular Inc and Forbes columns span social media, entrepreneurialism, startups, leadership, fundraising, and diversity issues. She lives in Las Vegas.

Heather Wilde is CTO of TheDifference and is also known as the Unicorn Whisperer because of her special focus on entrepreneurs. She is a professional growth expert, executive coach, best-selling author, and speaker. One of the founding team of Everno... Show more

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

Frank Zeyda (Dipl.-Inform. BSc PhD PgCLTHE) feels at home in both the world of academia and industry. He has made sustained contributions to academic research in the fields of Formal Methods (FM), Semantic Foundations of Programming, and Automated Theorem Proving (ATP) on EPSRC/EC/DARPA-funded projects while also working in industry to apply formal techniques to real-world systems, such as safety-critical avionic systems under stringent certification standards such as DO-178C. Currently, he works as an independent consultant for Galois, Inc. and Free & Fair. In Guadalajara, he moreover organizes meetups of the Embedded Systems Geeks (ESG) group.

Frank Zeyda (Dipl.-Inform. BSc PhD PgCLTHE) feels at home in both the world of academia and industry. He has made sustained contributions to academic research in the fields of Formal Methods (FM), Semantic Foundations of Programming, and Automated Th... Show more

Swapna Alladi is a Principal Azure DevOps Engineer with extensive experience in the tech industry. She specialises in implementing Azure DevOps practices and driving cloud transformation in organisations. Swapna is an accomplished public speaker, regularly presenting at internal and external events on topics such as DevOps, Azure, and diversity in tech.

She was awarded "Engineer of the Year" at the WIT Excellence Awards and is a strong advocate for women in STEM. As a Google Women Techmakers Ambassador, UN Women UK Delegate, and STEM Ambassador, she works to inspire and empower women in technology. Swapna’s role as Principal Azure DevOps Consultant at Version 1 has led to significant improvements in automation and operational efficiency for clients.

She has been recognised as a finalist in the DevOps Excellence Awards and MK STEM Awards, and her STEM journey has been featured in Version 1's internal news. Swapna continues to shape the future of tech and promote diversity and inclusion in the industry.

Swapna Alladi is a Principal Azure DevOps Engineer with extensive experience in the tech industry. She specialises in implementing Azure DevOps practices and driving cloud transformation in organisations. Swapna is an accomplished public speaker, reg... Show more

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

Ximena is a Public Relations professional with over 10 years of experience collaborating with startups and scaleups across a wide range of areas. She has supported communities and is an organizer of mad_in_api, a Google Cloud community in collaboration with Google Spain. She has also worked on the organization, management, and execution of acceleration programs for startups such as "Google for Startups" in Latin America.

As a WTM ambassador, her goal is to be a supportive voice for the neurodiverse population in the IT industry, particularly for women. She draws on her personal experience of having a circle of neurodiverse family members working in the IT industry.

Ximena is a Public Relations professional with over 10 years of experience collaborating with startups and scaleups across a wide range of areas. She has supported communities and is an organizer of mad_in_api, a Google Cloud community in collaborati... Show more

Daniel Bonatti é cientista político e mestre em Gestão de Políticas Públicas, com trajetória de mais de 14 anos dedicada à modernização do Estado e à inovação na gestão pública. Atualmente, dirige a Diretoria de Mobilidade Interna da Secretaria de Gestão e Governo Digital do Estado de São Paulo, onde conduz a reestruturação da frota pública e a consolidação da Política de Mobilidade Interna, pautada em eficiência, sustentabilidade e transformação digital. Sua atuação combina visão estratégica, experiência administrativa e compromisso com a construção de um governo mais ágil e orientado a resultados.

Daniel Bonatti é cientista político e mestre em Gestão de Políticas Públicas, com trajetória de mais de 14 anos dedicada à modernização do Estado e à inovação na gestão pública. Atualmente, dirige a Diretoria de Mobilidade Interna da Secretaria de Ge... Show more

Ben Linders is an Independent Consultant in Agile, Lean, Quality, and Continuous Improvement, based in The Netherlands. Author of Getting Value out of Agile Retrospectives, Waardevolle Agile Retrospectives, What Drives Quality and Continuous Improvement. Creator of the Agile Self-assessment Game.

As an adviser, coach and trainer he helps organizations with deploying effective software development and management practices. He focuses on continuous improvement, collaboration and communication, and professional development, to deliver business value to customers.

Ben is an active member of networks on Agile, Lean, and Quality, and a well-known speaker and author. He shares his experiences in a bilingual blog (Dutch and English), as an editor for Culture and Methods at InfoQ, and as an expert in communities like Computable, Quora, DZone, and TechTarget. Follow him on twitter: @BenLinders.

For an overview of the presentation and mini-workshops that I have given, visit https://www.benlinders.com/presentations/

Ben Linders is an Independent Consultant in Agile, Lean, Quality, and Continuous Improvement, based in The Netherlands. Author of Getting Value out of Agile Retrospectives, Waardevolle Agile Retrospectives, What Drives Quality and Continuous Improvem... Show more

Dr. White is an Associate Professor of Psychiatry, with secondary appointments in Psychology, Public Health Sciences, and Community Health and Prevention at the University of Rochester (UR). In her university faculty roles, she leads change initiatives to deepen community engagement and public health approaches to health promotion as well as child development via service, education and research. From 2004-19, she also directed the Office of Mental Health Promotion (OMHP), prior to leading a nonprofit for five years beginning in 2019. OMHP oversaw community, consumer and diversity affairs for Psychiatry faculty and staff. Dr. White directs collaborative and participatory research. She promotes mental health supporting behaviors, services utilization, injury prevention as well as child and family development strategies within community-based settings. Her research applies system and data science methods in community engaged research, mental health promotion, and injury prevention systems. Her years of research and administrative experiences in developmental psychology emphasize the role of community settings such as childcare, arts centers and after-school programs in child development.

Upon completion of her doctorate in Human Development and Psychology from Harvard's Graduate School of Education, she was an AAAS/SRCD fellow in the U.S. Senate and the National Institutes of Health. She was a visiting scientist at the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention in 2017 to foster the implementation of systems science approaches to state suicide prevention.

Dr. White is currently an elected member and chair of UR’s Research Policy Committee, and currently co-chair of the Faculty Senate. She has been a member of Faculty Senate since 2019. Her interests include promoting community engagement in all mission areas and promoting a campus climate centered on inclusion, equity, well-being, and families.

Dr. White is an Associate Professor of Psychiatry, with secondary appointments in Psychology, Public Health Sciences, and Community Health and Prevention at the University of Rochester (UR). In her university faculty roles, she leads change initiati... Show more