Oliver Ewinger is an AI expert, speaker and trainer, as well as a LinkedIn Top Voice for Artificial Intelligence. As a vocational educator (Master Professional of Vocational Training) with over 38 years of experience in the automotive and mechanical engineering industries, he makes Artificial Intelligence understandable, practical and grounded in a clear stance – for conferences, companies and educational institutions.

In his keynotes and trainings he speaks about generative AI in everyday work, the EU AI Act and AI literacy, building AI competence within organizations, and the future of work and corporate learning. His approach: human-centered AI that empowers people rather than replacing them.

Oliver is a co-creator of the "KI-Führerschein" (AI Driving License) at the HR-RoundTable Academy, a core team member of the Corporate Learning Community (over 11,000 members across the DACH region), co-founder of CLC0711 Stuttgart, a startup advisor at Startnetz Reutlingen. Learn more at the-ai-laend.net.

Oliver Ewinger is an AI expert, speaker and trainer, as well as a LinkedIn Top Voice for Artificial Intelligence. As a vocational educator (Master Professional of Vocational Training) with over 38 years of experience in the automotive and mechanical ... Show more

Sam Holcman is the Managing Director of the Enterprise Architecture Center of Excellence (EACOE) and President of the Zachman Institute for Framework Advancement (ZIFA). With more than 40 years of hands-on enterprise architecture practice, he has worked with Fortune 500 companies and US federal agencies to build practitioner-level EA capability.

He is the developer of the ForeSight methodology and The Enterprise Framework, co-developer of the widely used Rapid Analysis technique, and author of "Reaching the Pinnacle." EACOE has trained over 165,000 professionals across 4,500+ organizations worldwide.

Sam speaks on enterprise architecture as a practitioner discipline rather than an exam credential, AI-ready enterprise architecture, federal enterprise architecture (FEAF/DoDAF), and how organizations move beyond TOGAF to deliver real EA outcomes and Succeed Fast.

Speaking topics: Enterprise Architecture, AI Enterprise Architecture, TOGAF Alternative / Beyond TOGAF, Federal Enterprise Architecture, EA Practitioner Skills, Digital Transformation. Learn more at eacoe.org.

Sam Holcman is the Managing Director of the Enterprise Architecture Center of Excellence (EACOE) and President of the Zachman Institute for Framework Advancement (ZIFA). With more than 40 years of hands-on enterprise architecture practice, he has wor... Show more

Julian Rodriguez is an interdisciplinary researcher and scholar specializing in systemic risk, cross-border payment infrastructure, and epistemic asymmetry in sovereign financial systems. He holds 11+ citable DOIs indexed across CERN/Zenodo, DataCite, and OpenAIRE, with a publication record spanning monetary economics, risk management, and governance frameworks.

Julian is a Fellow of the Royal Society of Arts (FRSA), a Member of the Institute of Strategic Risk Management (M.ISRM), an IRS Certifying Acceptance Agent (CAA), and a doctoral researcher focusing on structural resiliency in emerging and multi-currency markets. His work bridges high-level academic theory with real-world infrastructure, evaluating how regulatory frameworks, liquidity velocity, and systemic fragility interact during market stress.

As a speaker, he delivers data-backed keynote addresses, panel insights, and research briefings for policy institutes, fintech summits, and learned society forums worldwide.

Julian Rodriguez is an interdisciplinary researcher and scholar specializing in systemic risk, cross-border payment infrastructure, and epistemic asymmetry in sovereign financial systems. He holds 11+ citable DOIs indexed across CERN/Zenodo, DataCite... Show more

Francisca B. Medina Concha (frani.be) is a Front-End Developer, Women Techmakers Ambassador, and Lecturer at the Pontificia Universidad Católica de Chile. Her career thrives at the intersection where logic meets communication. As a programming professor in the faculties of Design and Communications, she has led the challenge of democratizing technology, turning Python into a language for mutual understanding. With experience on international stages such as JSConf Budapest and Nerdearla, Frani is dedicated to humanizing code to build more inclusive and connected communities.

Francisca B. Medina Concha (frani.be) is a Front-End Developer, Women Techmakers Ambassador, and Lecturer at the Pontificia Universidad Católica de Chile. Her career thrives at the intersection where logic meets communication. As a programming profes... Show more

Many years working in the public sector implementing, managing and upgrading ERPs and shared services, including five years at the Cabinet Office as part of the Shared Services team where I provided strategic technical advice to the five shared services clusters: Defence, Overseas, Synergy, Matrix and Unity.
Founder and CEO of ERP Mentor.
Founder and CEO of the ERP Academy.

Many years working in the public sector implementing, managing and upgrading ERPs and shared services, including five years at the Cabinet Office as part of the Shared Services team where I provided strategic technical advice to the five shared servi... Show more

Chris Reina has been involved in education since 2002, technology since 1981 and Making since 1971. (You do the maths). He is CCO (Chief Cardboard Officer) of MakerMeet.ie - who deliver Maker-led, project-based S.T.E.A.M. workshops nationwide to primary, secondary, third-level and other institutions.

He feels passionately that education is the most important thing in the world and that teaching using Maker skills is the most rewarding job there is.

Chris loves cats, kayaking, kite-flying, steampunk, pedantic semantics and knowing the meanings of ligatures, aglets, gallibanders and lexiphanic.

Chris Reina has been involved in education since 2002, technology since 1981 and Making since 1971. (You do the maths). He is CCO (Chief Cardboard Officer) of MakerMeet.ie - who deliver Maker-led, project-based S.T.E.A.M. workshops nationwide to prim... Show more

Dr. Todd Walls, DM, MBA (Human Resource Management & Healthcare Management), MSW, is a Human Resource (HR), learning and development (L&D), privacy, governance, and workforce systems consultant. A former federal Privacy Officer, he holds the Certified Information Privacy Professional - U.S. Government (CIPP/G) and Certified Information Privacy Manager (CIPM) and brings cross-functional experience spanning HR, L&D, organizational development, privacy, compliance training, employee engagement, accessibility, disability inclusion, workforce data, regulated environments, and prior Air Force information systems/security duties, including service as a Terminal Area Security Officer, Computer Workgroup Manager, and Client Server Administrator.

Todd is a frequent conference and workshop speaker whose experience includes regional HR conferences, national and regional disability inclusion programs, national privacy law compliance training, and invitations to speak internationally on privacy law compliance and information security. He has developed and delivered privacy, compliance, accessibility, reasonable accommodation, and organizational learning content for diverse adult audiences, including large federal training audiences.

He is a former SHRM chapter leader, national keynote presenter, former IAPP CIPP/G Certification Advisory Board member, and published thought leader in HR Executive, HR.com, Training Industry, and International Association of Privacy Professionals (IAPP), including articles on employee data trust, employee voice, workforce systems, privacy law compliance, incident response, and NoSQL database vulnerabilities.

Dr. Todd Walls, DM, MBA (Human Resource Management & Healthcare Management), MSW, is a Human Resource (HR), learning and development (L&D), privacy, governance, and workforce systems consultant. A former federal Privacy Officer, he holds the Certifie... Show more

I’m an IT Business Analyst and Power Platform Developer for Calaveras County in California. My role focuses heavily on analyzing, optimizing, and implementing business processes across the organization.

That includes project management, systems administration, workflow automation, and continual improvement initiatives. Over the last several years, Microsoft Power Platform has become a major part of that work because it allows us to rapidly build solutions that directly support organizational goals.

I’m an IT Business Analyst and Power Platform Developer for Calaveras County in California. My role focuses heavily on analyzing, optimizing, and implementing business processes across the organization. That includes project management, systems ad... Show more

Pete Filicetti is a Power Platform Solutions Architect with 35+ years of experience designing and delivering Microsoft‑based solutions across public sector and commercial environments. He holds multiple Microsoft certifications, along with PMP and ITIL v3 credentials, blending deep technical expertise with disciplined, outcome‑driven delivery.

Pete specializes in the Power Platform, Microsoft 365, and SharePoint, with a strong background in cloud architecture and modern application development. His career includes leading complex, high‑impact implementations for organizations ranging from federal agencies to enterprise teams. Known for pragmatic architecture and clear communication, he focuses on building scalable, secure solutions that solve real business problems and consistently exceed expectations.

Pete Filicetti is a Power Platform Solutions Architect with 35+ years of experience designing and delivering Microsoft‑based solutions across public sector and commercial environments. He holds multiple Microsoft certifications, along with PMP and IT... Show more

Jeremy has 30+ in systems design, red teaming, and blue teaming, and has led over 800 security audits across government and commercial environments. His background includes developing secure solutions, delivering cybersecurity services, teaching and mentoring future practitioners, and leading R&D initiatives. He served as an adjunct professor at the University of South Florida for more than two decades and founded the USF Whitehatters Computer Security Club. Jeremy is an expert witness, patent developer, frequent conference speaker, and has been recognized as Tampa Bay Technology Leader of the Year (2017) and CyberX Cybersecurity Leader of the Year (2023). He holds BS and MS degrees from USF, is a CISSP and CEH, and serves on the Academic Advisory Board for the USF Bellini College of Artificial Intelligence, Cybersecurity, and Computing.

Jeremy has 30+ in systems design, red teaming, and blue teaming, and has led over 800 security audits across government and commercial environments. His background includes developing secure solutions, delivering cybersecurity services, teaching and ... Show more

I work at the intersection of artificial intelligence, robotics, and real-world deployment, with a particular focus on autonomous drone systems.

I am an Associate Professor at the University of the Basque Country and a member of the Computational Intelligence Group, with more than 20 years of experience in research and applied projects. My expertise includes:
- Autonomous UAV navigation and control
- Machine learning (deep learning, LLMs, computer vision)
- Multi-agent systems and dynamics

Alongside my academic work, I collaborate with companies, investors, and institutions to evaluate and implement AI-driven systems in real-world environments. I regularly support:
- Technical due diligence for VCs and investors
- Feasibility assessments of AI and robotics systems
- Evaluation of drone and autonomous technologies under real-world constraints (regulation, military sector, scalability, operations)

I have contributed to the digitalization and automation of multiple companies, and I have advised startups in artificial intelligence and robotics. In parallel, I serve as an expert for the European Commission in areas related to AI ethics and digital education, contributing to initiatives on safety and security in digital learning environments.

I work at the intersection of artificial intelligence, robotics, and real-world deployment, with a particular focus on autonomous drone systems. I am an Associate Professor at the University of the Basque Country and a member of the Computational... Show more

Hi, I’m Avinash Patil. Working at Career Launcher, a leading coaching institute in Nagpur, helping students prepare for CAT, CLAT, and IPMAT examinations. We provide comprehensive classroom and online coaching programs with expert faculty, personalized mentoring, structured study plans, and regular mock tests to help students achieve their academic and career goals. Nothing is more fulfilling than being part of a team dedicated to shaping future leaders and supporting students on their journey toward success in competitive exams.

Hi, I’m Avinash Patil. Working at Career Launcher, a leading coaching institute in Nagpur, helping students prepare for CAT, CLAT, and IPMAT examinations. We provide comprehensive classroom and online coaching programs with expert faculty, personaliz... Show more

Dr. Nicolene is a visionary leader and advocate for progressive educational change, adept at navigating the complexities of the evolving educational landscape. With a keen systems thinking approach, she recognizes that the future of education is a dynamic and ever-changing journey, requiring adaptability, resilience, and a proactive stance towards embracing uncertainty. As a Thought Leader in the Royal Bafokeng Nation, Dr. Nicolene excels in fostering innovation and continuous improvement in educational practices. She understands the critical need for educators and administrative professionals to possess a diverse array of skills, combined with strong initiative and self-motivation.Her extensive background in teacher training at the tertiary level underscores her commitment to elevating educational standards. Dr. Nicolene has successfully spearheaded high-level professional development programs across various educational and non-educational organizations, demonstrating her ability to drive systemic change in education. She has shared her insights and expertise through international workshops, in adapting to diverse educational contexts.

Dr. Nicolene is a visionary leader and advocate for progressive educational change, adept at navigating the complexities of the evolving educational landscape. With a keen systems thinking approach, she recognizes that the future of education is a dy... Show more

Ufuoma Okpeahior, known professionally as Ufuoma O., is a Senior Projects Lead on an NHS infrastructure programme and a CIO Advisory Panel Member at Digital Health Networks. Her delivery record spans multi-million pound programmes, from data centre relocations to server and cloud migrations affecting thousands of users.

She is the creator of the Five Pillars of Digital Health, an original framework that maps the field into five stages and gives newcomers a way to understand it and find their place in it. She has turned that framework into free public tools and a community used by thousands; has spoken at NHS Rewired and HETT; and collaborates with the Shuri Network and Servita.

She speaks on digital health careers, workforce capability, and why the success of digital transformation depends on the people expected to live with it.

Ufuoma Okpeahior, known professionally as Ufuoma O., is a Senior Projects Lead on an NHS infrastructure programme and a CIO Advisory Panel Member at Digital Health Networks. Her delivery record spans multi-million pound programmes, from data centre r... Show more

I'm Robert Azeem Jackson III, an Afrofuturist cultural strategist and data scientist, and founder of Cypher, a data sovereignty studio. I help founders and community entrepreneurs, and the municipal leaders who back them, build portable memory systems: systems that travel from one city to the next and stay owned by the people who built them. My clients learn to own the data their communities already hold, govern it on their own terms, and turn it into funding, infrastructure, and wealth that no platform can hold hostage. They walk in sitting on a story they can't prove and an asset that keeps getting overlooked in the rooms where money moves. They walk out owning it. In Moorestown, one elder's story became more than $350,000 in municipal and state funding for a neighborhood park. Since 2021, Cypher has helped partners raise over $1.5M and save more than $400K on compliance. The pain I help them avoid is the quiet one, watching their memory get extracted, digitized, and sold by someone else while they inherit nothing. The goal is sovereignty: a community that owns its story, carries it wherever it goes, and gets paid to keep it.

I'm Robert Azeem Jackson III, an Afrofuturist cultural strategist and data scientist, and founder of Cypher, a data sovereignty studio. I help founders and community entrepreneurs, and the municipal leaders who back them, build portable memory system... Show more

John Scott helps organizations turn AI from concept into capability. As a Principal Cloud Solution Architect at Microsoft Federal, he leads adoption of Power Platform and Copilot Studio across large government environments—designing agent-based solutions that automate processes, enhance decision-making, and deliver measurable mission impact.

John Scott helps organizations turn AI from concept into capability. As a Principal Cloud Solution Architect at Microsoft Federal, he leads adoption of Power Platform and Copilot Studio across large government environments—designing agent-based solut... Show more

Brad Edwards is a SecOps Domain Consultant at Palo Networks in Vancouver, Canada. He has 15 years of law enforcement experience as an RCMP constable, including digital forensics and economic crime. After leaving the RCMP, Brad worked as an enterprise software developer and then led the British Columbia Lottery Corporation's SecOps program. He builds cyber ranges and experiments with street-level autonomous cybersecurity threats most likely to impact organizations.

Brad Edwards is a SecOps Domain Consultant at Palo Networks in Vancouver, Canada. He has 15 years of law enforcement experience as an RCMP constable, including digital forensics and economic crime. After leaving the RCMP, Brad worked as an enterprise... Show more

Michael Ortiz is a Red Team Engineer and SME on the U.S. Department of State's Red Cell, running adversary emulation across State enterprise and partner networks. His focus spans offensive tradecraft, evasion engineering against modern EDR's, and the cybersecurity engineering behind durable red team infrastructure. He's the founder of devZero Security, an SDVOSB offering offensive security and security engineering services to federal and commercial clients, and the developer of redStack, an open source AWS and Terraform project that stands up a full red team operations stack on demand. A Marine Corps veteran, Mike holds OSEP, OSCP, CRTO, and CRTL, among other certifications.

Michael Ortiz is a Red Team Engineer and SME on the U.S. Department of State's Red Cell, running adversary emulation across State enterprise and partner networks. His focus spans offensive tradecraft, evasion engineering against modern EDR's, and the... Show more

Adriana Eileen Paz Rivas es Ingeniera Electromecánica, educadora STEAM y violinista certificada en el método Suzuki, con experiencia pedagógica desde 2018. Es fundadora y CEO de una escuela que fusiona arte, ciencia y tecnología, promoviendo el aprendizaje creativo y sostenible desde la infancia.

Se especializa en programación creativa con herramientas como Sonic Pi, acercando a niños y niñas al mundo de la tecnología a través de la música. Es creadora de contenido educativo, enfocada en inspirar a personas multipotenciales a desarrollar su marca personal y a emprendedores a crear contenido con impacto usando herramientas de IA y estrategias accesibles. Participa activamente como en eventos tecnológicos y hackatones, incluyendo el NASA Space Apps Challenge, Build with AI de Google y Women Game Jam Bolivia, compartiendo su experiencia en creación de contenido, educación y tecnología. Además, colabora generando contenido para comunidades como GDG La Paz y Women Techmakers, enfocándose en el impulso de la participación femenina en tecnología.

Actualmente, continúa su formación profesional en Buenos Aires, profundizando en áreas como energías renovables, automatización y diseño UX/UI, manteniendo siempre una visión creativa, inclusiva y sostenible en cada uno de sus proyectos.

Adriana Eileen Paz Rivas es Ingeniera Electromecánica, educadora STEAM y violinista certificada en el método Suzuki, con experiencia pedagógica desde 2018. Es fundadora y CEO de una escuela que fusiona arte, ciencia y tecnología, promoviendo el apren... Show more

With 16 years of experience at Baylor University, Jordy Dickey serves as the Director of Student Activities, where she provides strategic leadership for student engagement, campus traditions, and co-curricular experiences. An active member of the Association of College Unions International (ACUI) since 2016, Jordy has contributed to the organization through a variety of leadership roles that reflect her commitment to professional development, inclusive practices, and advancing the student affairs profession.

Her ACUI service began as the Region II Web & Social Media Coordinator (2016–2018). She later served as Education Session Co-Chair for the 2020 Annual Conference Program Team (2017–2020), Co-Leader of the Sustainability Community of Practice (2019–2021), and an At-Large Member of the ACUI Board of Trustees (2020–2022). Today, Jordy continues her involvement as Co-Chair of the Education and Research Fund and as a Digital Badge Instructor for Inclusive Spaces, helping develop and support professionals across higher education.

With 16 years of experience at Baylor University, Jordy Dickey serves as the Director of Student Activities, where she provides strategic leadership for student engagement, campus traditions, and co-curricular experiences. An active member of the Ass... Show more

Alberto Carrazco is a first-generation college graduate and immigrant, who has overcome many obstacles, including learning how to code outside a traditional learning environment. He's leveraged his skills and passion for innovation to build platforms that empower nonprofits, driving positive change in the world.

Alberto is Co-Founder and CEO of GiveKit a nonprofit management platform that aims to amplify impact.

Alberto Carrazco is a first-generation college graduate and immigrant, who has overcome many obstacles, including learning how to code outside a traditional learning environment. He's leveraged his skills and passion for innovation to build platforms... Show more

Carlos Montoya works at the intersection of climate science, international development, social innovation, and science communication. He currently leads communications for the World Climate Research Programme at the World Meteorological Organization (WMO), translating complex climate science into actionable insights for global audiences. He is also the founder of an international NGO that has operated across 20 countries and actively develops AI-driven initiatives to expand access to education, skills, and employment opportunities for young people.

What I bring to conferences:
- Practical frameworks for communicating climate risk and science
- Real-world lessons from international development and multilateral systems
- Case studies from building and scaling a 20-country NGO
- Strategies for engaging non-technical audiences in complex topics

Speaking Topics:

Climate & Sustainability
- Turning Climate Science into Action: How to Communicate Risk Across Cultures
- From Data to Decisions: Bridging Climate Research and Policy

International Development:
- Using AI to Connect Young People with Education, Training, and Employment
- Inclusive Trade in Practice: Lessons from Rural Colombia to Global Markets
- Designing Institutions That Work for Everyone (Not Just Donors)
- What Multilateral Systems Get Wrong About the Global South

Social Entrepreneurship & Leadership:
- Building an International NGO at 19: What I Got Wrong (and Right)
- Youth Leadership in Global Institutions: Beyond Token Participation
- Scaling Social Impact Across 20 Countries Without Losing Focus

Communications & Strategy
- Translating Climate Science for Non-Technical Decision Makers
- Science Communication That Actually Changes Behavior
- Building Global Audiences Around Complex Missions

Signature Talks:
"Turning Climate Science into Action"
"Building Impact at Scale: Lessons from 20 Countries"
"Science Communication That Drives Policy Change"
"Building Pathways, Not Barriers: AI, Volunteering, and Youth Empowerment"

Languages
- English · Spanish - Fluent
- French - B2

Based in: Geneva, Switzerland

Available for: Keynotes, panels, workshops, and webinars

Carlos Montoya works at the intersection of climate science, international development, social innovation, and science communication. He currently leads communications for the World Climate Research Programme at the World Meteorological Organization ... Show more

Geethu Mohan is a Data Scientist, researcher, mentor, and former educator with a passion for using AI to solve real-world challenges. Currently working at Aviva, she develops GenAI and LLM-powered solutions that transform underwriting and document processing workflows. Having worked across academia, startups, and industry, Geethu brings a unique perspective on navigating career transitions, embracing emerging technologies, and helping diverse talent thrive in the age of AI. She regularly supports students and women in technology through mentoring, community outreach, and data education initiatives.

Geethu Mohan is a Data Scientist, researcher, mentor, and former educator with a passion for using AI to solve real-world challenges. Currently working at Aviva, she develops GenAI and LLM-powered solutions that transform underwriting and document pr... Show more

A cybersecurity researcher and IT Security Advisor at Tribhuvan University - Nepal's largest and most prestigious higher education institution and work spans threat intelligence, vulnerability research, incident response, AI/ML applications in cybersecurity, and digital policy advocacy.

A cybersecurity researcher and IT Security Advisor at Tribhuvan University - Nepal's largest and most prestigious higher education institution and work spans threat intelligence, vulnerability research, incident response, AI/ML applications in cybers... Show more

Abogado, consultor y académico especializado en derecho de autor, tecnología y legislación en entornos digitales. Cuenta con estudios de licenciatura en Derecho y un Doctorado en Ciencias Políticas. Desde junio de 2017 asume la dirección del Centro Latinoamericano de Investigaciones sobre Internet (CLISI), una organización técnico-académica orientada a la investigación de los derechos digitales, la cultura libre y la integración tecnológica. A través de este rol, ha impulsado iniciativas de impacto regional y lideró la expansión internacional de la institución. Su práctica profesional se fundamenta en el análisis normativo y la estructuración legal de ecosistemas tecnológicos, manteniendo un enfoque riguroso sobre la evolución de la propiedad intelectual en la red.

Abogado, consultor y académico especializado en derecho de autor, tecnología y legislación en entornos digitales. Cuenta con estudios de licenciatura en Derecho y un Doctorado en Ciencias Políticas. Desde junio de 2017 asume la dirección del Centro L... Show more

I am a programme leader, coach, and community builder with 10+ years of experience across talent, leadership development, social innovation, and organisational transformation. Throughout my career, I've supported founders, professionals, and leaders to navigate career transitions, make values-aligned decisions, and build meaningful careers. My expertise is grounded in the On Purpose Leadership Programme, IDEO.org human-centred design certification, Equality Impact Investing practitioner training, and ongoing work in systems change.

I am a programme leader, coach, and community builder with 10+ years of experience across talent, leadership development, social innovation, and organisational transformation. Throughout my career, I've supported founders, professionals, and leaders ... Show more

Dr. Emanuel Vincent is Head of School at Maple Bloom International School, Tanzania, with more than 25 years of international leadership experience across North America, Europe, the Middle East, and Africa. He specializes in whole-school improvement, inclusive education, safeguarding, teacher development, and strategic leadership.

Throughout his career, Dr. Vincent has led school transformation initiatives focused on creating high-performing learning communities where every student feels known, valued, and supported. His work emphasizes practical systems that strengthen teaching, family partnerships, student wellbeing, and sustainable school improvement.

A respected international speaker, educational consultant, and conference judge, Dr. Vincent is passionate about equipping educators with evidence-informed strategies that can be implemented immediately. His sessions combine research with practical frameworks, providing school leaders and teachers with actionable tools to build inclusive, future-ready schools where every learner can flourish.

Dr. Emanuel Vincent is Head of School at Maple Bloom International School, Tanzania, with more than 25 years of international leadership experience across North America, Europe, the Middle East, and Africa. He specializes in whole-school improvement,... Show more

Tuva Adams Tuva is the Chairman of The Global NGO Stakeholders Summit, a pan-African convening organised under Twende Green Planet. He led the inaugural Summit held in Nairobi, Kenya from 24 to 26 June 2026, bringing together government, civil society, and private sector stakeholders around the theme of catalysing change for inclusive and sustainable development in Africa. Under his leadership, the Summit produced a set of Collaboration Blueprints spanning food security and agriculture, climate change and the blue economy, policy and governance, and entrepreneurship, youth and women, alongside the Pan-African NGO Portal, a shared digital infrastructure initiative for the continent's social impact sector.

Tuva Adams Tuva is the Chairman of The Global NGO Stakeholders Summit, a pan-African convening organised under Twende Green Planet. He led the inaugural Summit held in Nairobi, Kenya from 24 to 26 June 2026, bringing together government, civil societ... Show more

Stefi P. Krishnan is a co-founder of the Bulgarian Design Council and a Principal Product Designer at eHealth NSW, working within Australia’s largest public health system. Her work sits at the crossroad of design, co-creation, systems, futures and responsible AI innovation in complex, high-stakes environments where trust, inclusion, and public value matter deeply.

She previously led the end-to-end design of a precision medicine platform for the Children’s Cancer Institute that supported clinical decision-making and was recognised with Best in Class for Service Design at the Australian Good Design Awards.

In the age of AI, Stefi is especially interested in upstream design: design as a strategic practice for navigating ambiguity, consequence, and institutional change. Her current work investigates how interfaces shape human behaviour, how AI changes decision-making, and how design can protect dignity, context, and meaning in systems increasingly optimised for speed.

Stefi P. Krishnan is a co-founder of the Bulgarian Design Council and a Principal Product Designer at eHealth NSW, working within Australia’s largest public health system. Her work sits at the crossroad of design, co-creation, systems, futures and re... Show more

Christine Burkette is the CEO and Founder of Promising Integrations Consulting Firm (PICF), an AI and technology consulting firm specializing in artificial intelligence, digital transformation, governance, workforce development, and innovation strategy. She is a former Chief Information Officer for Detroit Public Schools Community District, former Director of Digital Equity & Inclusion for the City of Detroit, and former Assistant Superintendent and Principal. With more than 20 years of executive leadership experience across education, government, and technology, Christine advises organizations on building responsible AI strategies that drive innovation while improving organizational performance. She is a 2024 Women of the Year in Technology honoree and a national speaker on AI leadership, digital transformation, and education innovation.

Christine Burkette is the CEO and Founder of Promising Integrations Consulting Firm (PICF), an AI and technology consulting firm specializing in artificial intelligence, digital transformation, governance, workforce development, and innovation strate... Show more