Jeremy Wood is a Federal IT implementor, strategist, and enthusiast specializing in complex business systems. But that is just his day job. He is also an advocate for teens and college age young adults and helping them to achieve their goals. Working with Boy Scouts, local schools, leadership development programs, and a variety of other local youth programs Jeremy strives to interact in ways that will push these great thinkers to achieve their dream.

Jeremy Wood is a Federal IT implementor, strategist, and enthusiast specializing in complex business systems. But that is just his day job. He is also an advocate for teens and college age young adults and helping them to achieve their goals. Working... Show more

Aanvi Dogra is a senior at Dublin Jerome High School who is also attending Columbus State Community College to earn her Computer Science Cybersecurity Major AAS. She is passionate about technology and learning about new technological advancements. She takes pride in uplifting her community, especially young students and she does this by volunteer organizations and clubs. In her free time, she enjoys working with kids and fostering a passion for STEM within children, as well as spending time with her family and friends.

Aanvi Dogra is a senior at Dublin Jerome High School who is also attending Columbus State Community College to earn her Computer Science Cybersecurity Major AAS. She is passionate about technology and learning about new technological advancements. Sh... Show more

Maria-Anastasia is a software engineer and a Microsoft IoT Most Valuable Professional (MVP). She currently works as a software engineer at BEWISE. She holds a Diploma in Computer Engineering and Informatics from the University of Patras.

Furthermore, she is also a PhD candidate at the University of the Aegean, having completed a Master's Program in the Didactics of Mathematics, Science, and Information and Communication Technologies in Education: Interdisciplinary Approach. Her thesis focused on designing and implementing an interactive digital book for teaching mathematics through programming. Her research interests include teaching and learning for the development of Computational Thinking (CT), the pedagogy of Information Technology, and the integrated educational approach of IT and Mathematics for CT development.

Maria-Anastasia has received four awards in international robotics competitions with the Robotics Club UoP. She is a frequent speaker at national and international technology conferences, and is also a blogger and co-host on the IoTeaLive Livestream. With seven Microsoft Certifications, she is dedicated to continuous learning in technology. Additionally, she has volunteered in various labs, technology conferences, and environmental clubs, reflecting her commitment to environmental concerns.

Maria-Anastasia is a software engineer and a Microsoft IoT Most Valuable Professional (MVP). She currently works as a software engineer at BEWISE. She holds a Diploma in Computer Engineering and Informatics from the University of Patras. Furthermo... Show more

Audrey P. Willis is a US Obama Leader, technologist, inclusion advocate, and entrepreneur that has raised capital and scaled businesses, including CodeCrew, which is focused on creating diversity and inclusion in computing through education, workforce development, and advocacy in computer science. Audrey is not only a co-founder, but she serves as the Program Director for CodeCrew’s Code School. Audrey has a passion for talent development and serves on the boards of CodeCrew, and is the Executive Board President at LITE Memphis. The BBC has recognized her globally during their “100 Women” series, documenting her in “Young, geeky and Black in Memphis" and nationally by Prudential Insurance, "The State of Us," highlighting her entrepreneurial contributions to making Memphis one of the cities with the highest rate of female business ownership.

Audrey P. Willis is a US Obama Leader, technologist, inclusion advocate, and entrepreneur that has raised capital and scaled businesses, including CodeCrew, which is focused on creating diversity and inclusion in computing through education, workforc... Show more

Lebogang Madise is an Account Technology Strategist at Microsoft, where she drives AI and security strategies for education organizations across Africa, empowering developers and institutions to modernize applications and streamline workflows. As the founder of Difela Hymns, she has digitized African hymns, enhancing accessibility and preserving cultural heritage for global audiences.
A passionate advocate for Women in STEM, Lebogang has been honoured with the Women in STEM Award and Inspiring50 South Africa Award. She is an active IEEE member and champions continuous learning, teamwork, and responsible AI adoption. Her work bridges cutting-edge technology with human impact, from mentoring developers to promoting innovation in education. Lebogang brings her expertise in AI tools like GitHub Copilot and insights on cognitive biases to inspire developers of all levels to code smarter and grow faster.

Lebogang Madise is an Account Technology Strategist at Microsoft, where she drives AI and security strategies for education organizations across Africa, empowering developers and institutions to modernize applications and streamline workflows. As the... Show more

Indra Books is a global transformation strategist with over 30 years of experience leading culture change and high-performance turnarounds in complex, high-pressure environments. From finance to fintech, aviation to public safety, she’s worked across 46 countries helping teams unlock trust, alignment, and scalable momentum.

Known for cutting through fluff and fixing the human problems behind delivery breakdowns, Indra brings a deeply practical, story-rich approach to organizational change. Her work doesn’t end with slide decks—it sticks because it’s built on real trust, deep listening, and performance that outlives the program.

Whether guiding skeptical tech teams or supporting leaders in navigating pressure and change, she teaches people to see differently, act with intention, and build cultures that last longer than a keynote.

Her sessions are high-energy, no-fluff, and packed with tools that outlive the event.

Indra Books is a global transformation strategist with over 30 years of experience leading culture change and high-performance turnarounds in complex, high-pressure environments. From finance to fintech, aviation to public safety, she’s worked across... Show more

Technology enthusiast driven by an insatiable curiosity to learn, a commitment to share knowledge, and a passion for building community. He has embraced every opportunity to explore the transformative power of technology and help others harness its potential.

He believes that technology is more than tools and code, it's a catalyst for collaboration, innovation, and positive change. His sessions are designed not just to inform but to ignite curiosity, spark ideas, and empower attendees to take their skills and projects to the next level.

Technology enthusiast driven by an insatiable curiosity to learn, a commitment to share knowledge, and a passion for building community. He has embraced every opportunity to explore the transformative power of technology and help others harness its p... Show more

Devin Thelin (Crypt1d) is a cybersecurity, privacy, and AI governance leader with 10+ years of experience securing large-scale enterprises, security consulting, healthcare systems, and independent research and publication of cybersecurity functions.

Devin specializes in AI, Cybersecurity Governance, Zero Trust, DevSecOps, and human centric security design, with a particular interest in how behavior and psychology influence security outcomes through gamification. Devin has a Doctorate of Engineering in Cybersecurity Analytics from The George Washington University, and is an independent researcher and adjunct university instructor in the fields of Economics and Cybersecurity/Information Assurance.

Devin has been a speaker and presenter of different types of content at several different cybersecurity conferences, and is the founder and director of the Cryptid Hunt contest at DEFCON. Overall, Devin prefers to create and contribute to the content that lies at the intersection of how humans work, and what makes actions more engaging and functional.

Devin loves all things relating to hacking, infosec, as well as a myriad of nerdy things outside of that realm including; pinball, art, and even long walks on the beach.

Devin Thelin (Crypt1d) is a cybersecurity, privacy, and AI governance leader with 10+ years of experience securing large-scale enterprises, security consulting, healthcare systems, and independent research and publication of cybersecurity functions. ... Show more

Emefa A. Kpegba est Ingénieure Génie Logiciel et Experte en Transformation Numérique. Elle est une professionnelle polyvalente et passionnée par les technologies numériques en général, l'Intelligence Artificielle, les IoT et la Robotique en particulier.
Actuellement, elle occupe le poste de Conseillère Technique en Compétences Numériques à la GIZ sur le projet ProDigiT, où elle met son expertise au service de l’accompagnement des partenaires sur le développement des compétences digitales pour une transformation digitale compétitive.
Emefa A. Kpegba est également engagée dans l'éducation et la formation, en tant que Digital Skills Tutor, où elle partage ses connaissances et accompagne les apprenants dans l'acquisition de compétences numériques essentielles pour le monde actuel.
Elle est en outre membre fondateur de GDG Lome (Google Developers Groups Lome) pour rassembler une communauté Tech active au Togo. Emefa est également une Ambassadrice des Women Techmakers (WTM), une initiative de Google visant à promouvoir l'inclusion des femmes dans le domaine de la technologie. À ce titre, elle participe à des événements, des ateliers et des programmes associatifs, pour encourager et soutenir les femmes et les jeunes dans les carrières Tech.
Engagée dans l'innovation et l'inclusion, Emefa allie expertise technique et vision d'un avenir autonomisé par le numérique.

Emefa A. Kpegba est Ingénieure Génie Logiciel et Experte en Transformation Numérique. Elle est une professionnelle polyvalente et passionnée par les technologies numériques en général, l'Intelligence Artificielle, les IoT et la Robotique en particuli... Show more

Ingeniero en Tecnologías de la Información y Comunicaciones, docente y consultor con más de 10 años de experiencia en tecnología y formación profesional. Ha desarrollado su labor académica en instituciones como INACAP, DUOC UC y CIISA, impartiendo asignaturas relacionadas con Python, programación, ciberseguridad, redes, Big Data, ciencia de datos e IoT.
En el ámbito profesional ha participado en proyectos y consultorías para empresas en ciberseguridad, infraestructura tecnológica y desarrollo de soluciones digitales, incluyendo diseño e implementación de sitios web. Cuenta además con formación y certificaciones en ciberseguridad, seguridad de la información y tecnologías de redes.
Su enfoque se basa en aprender haciendo: transformar conceptos técnicos complejos en experiencias prácticas, cercanas y accesibles, utilizando la programación, la experimentación y la resolución de problemas reales como herramientas de aprendizaje.

Ingeniero en Tecnologías de la Información y Comunicaciones, docente y consultor con más de 10 años de experiencia en tecnología y formación profesional. Ha desarrollado su labor académica en instituciones como INACAP, DUOC UC y CIISA, impartiendo as... Show more

Venkata Kartheek Reddy Somasani is an accomplished Information Technology Security and Cybersecurity Engineer with over nine years of specialized experience designing, implementing, and securing enterprise-scale network infrastructures across on-premises and cloud environments. Based in Dallas, Texas, he has built a distinguished career focused on protecting critical public sector systems and safeguarding sensitive government operations.
Since May 2018, Venkata has served the City of Dallas through KC Synergy Solutions Inc., where he plays a pivotal role in securing vital municipal infrastructure. His responsibilities include comprehensive cybersecurity defense for the Dallas Police Department and Criminal Justice Information Services (CJIS), ensuring the protection of sensitive law enforcement data through multi-layered security controls such as OKTA two-factor authentication, advanced VPN architectures, and strict CJIS compliance. He has engineered secure, disaster-resilient communication channels between CAD911 dispatch systems and the Texas Department of Public Safety, ensuring uninterrupted emergency response coordination statewide.
One of Venkata’s most significant accomplishments is the architecture of a secure, multi-zoned SCADA network for Dallas’s freshwater, wastewater, and stormwater treatment facilities. By implementing air-gapped environments, zero-internet-access zones, and IDS/IPS protections, he has directly safeguarded critical public health infrastructure from cyber threats. His expertise was further demonstrated during a major ransomware incident, where he successfully detected, contained, and eradicated malware by isolating compromised systems and blocking communication with the Royal ransomware group.
Venkata’s technical expertise spans Cisco ASA, Firepower Threat Defense, SD-WAN, Palo Alto firewalls, F5 BIG-IP, and web application firewalls. He has architected secure hybrid cloud environments using AWS Direct Connect, Azure ExpressRoute, and IPSEC tunnels, supported by AWS architect level certifications. He holds a Master’s degree in Information Assurance and maintains advanced certifications, including CJIS Level 4 and Cisco Firepower NGFW, consistently ensuring compliance with NIST and federal cybersecurity standards.

Venkata Kartheek Reddy Somasani is an accomplished Information Technology Security and Cybersecurity Engineer with over nine years of specialized experience designing, implementing, and securing enterprise-scale network infrastructures across on-prem... Show more

Amy McMullin is a cybersecurity and IT instructor and Department Chair at Immokalee Technical College (iTECH) in Collier County, Florida. There she teaches computer systems, networking and applied cybersecurity to adult and dual-enrollment students. She was named Collier County Public Schools' 2025–2026 Outstanding Post-Secondary Teacher of the Year.

Beyond the classroom, Amy runs the campus's certification testing center, serves as its Building Technology Coordinator, and mentors new teachers on Florida's industry-certification program. She was also selected for her district's Innovative Teacher Leaders program. She holds an M.S. in Information Technology and a Graduate Certificate in Information Architecture from Florida State University, and a B.A. in Technical Education & Industry Training from the University of Central Florida.

Amy McMullin is a cybersecurity and IT instructor and Department Chair at Immokalee Technical College (iTECH) in Collier County, Florida. There she teaches computer systems, networking and applied cybersecurity to adult and dual-enrollment students. ... Show more

With over 20 years of enterprise Java experience, Frederieke has seen (and probably debugged) it all, from legacy monoliths to reactive messaging systems and the occasional front-end adventure. She’s especially interested in how Domain-Driven Design and reactive principles can help teams build systems that are both robust and adaptable.

Frederieke enjoys helping people grow, whether that’s through mentoring, improving team practices, or just asking the right questions. Outside of work, she’s an active contributor to the Java Meetup in Groningen (NL), where she shares ideas and learns from colleagues in her local community.

When she’s not coding or speaking, you’ll likely find her out on a trail. She once hiked the Grand Canyon and is always looking for the next adventure.

With over 20 years of enterprise Java experience, Frederieke has seen (and probably debugged) it all, from legacy monoliths to reactive messaging systems and the occasional front-end adventure. She’s especially interested in how Domain-Driven Design ... Show more

I am currently the Associate Director for Residence Life at Furman University. I have been at Furman since 2022, and I supervise both full-time and student staff. I specialize in Student Staff Training and Selection.

I am currently the Associate Director for Residence Life at Furman University. I have been at Furman since 2022, and I supervise both full-time and student staff. I specialize in Student Staff Training and Selection. Show more

Subash Rajaseelan is Chief of Staff at SigIQ.ai, where he works on EverTutor, a voice-first AI tutor for K-12 students, and built the company's AI-native go-to-market engine. He was previously the founding product manager at Thinkverse, an adaptive AI math tutor used by 15,000+ students across 30+ schools. At Northeastern University, where he earned an MS in Engineering Management, he co-founded the Aspiring Product Managers Club (1,200+ members). He speaks on AI in K-12 education, voice-first AI tutoring, and breaking into product management. Recent talks include the MTSS Summit (2025), the Boston AI Forum (2025), and the Northeastern Product Conference (2025, 2026). He is based in the San Francisco Bay Area.

Subash Rajaseelan is Chief of Staff at SigIQ.ai, where he works on EverTutor, a voice-first AI tutor for K-12 students, and built the company's AI-native go-to-market engine. He was previously the founding product manager at Thinkverse, an adaptive A... Show more

Twenty years of behaviour change practice with UNICEF, the World Bank, WHO, FAO and IOM.

Builds AI agents and the adoption programmes that get them used. Architect of Sarah, a WhatsApp coaching agent that ran a 30-day programme for 43 leaders at a microfinance bank.

Runs AI capability and foresight work for banks, insurers, energy companies and universities across Pakistan.

Creator of the ADOPT method for AI adoption.

Twenty years of behaviour change practice with UNICEF, the World Bank, WHO, FAO and IOM. Builds AI agents and the adoption programmes that get them used. Architect of Sarah, a WhatsApp coaching agent that ran a 30-day programme for 43 leaders at a... Show more

J’ai commencé à travailler en mode Agile, utilisant les principes et valeurs associés en 2009 année où je suis devenue maman Pour moi, faire le parallèle entre ma vie professionnelle et mon rôle de parent est devenu une évidence et une nécessité au fil du temps D’un naturel pragmatique et ayant besoin d’être dans l’action, j’accompagne mes enfants, tous deux ayant des troubles DYS, avec mes pratiques agile depuis maintenant 10 ans Eux me permettent également d’enrichir mes méthodes de mise en place de la méthode Agile en entreprise.

J’ai commencé à travailler en mode Agile, utilisant les principes et valeurs associés en 2009 année où je suis devenue maman Pour moi, faire le parallèle entre ma vie professionnelle et mon rôle de parent est devenu une évidence et une nécessité au f... Show more

Susi Bauer (She/her or They/them) is a freelance ADHD Coach, Facilitator, Training Designer, and consultant.

After a decade in the video games industry, she changed career paths following a late ADHD diagnosis. Her mission is to share kind conversations, knowledge, and tools with individuals and organisations to foster growth. Susi loves to collaborate to find better answers to old questions and create spaces where everyone's needs are recognised and met.

As a coach, she helps people embrace their authentic, curious selves. She's qualified in Knowledge-Based Coaching & ADHD Coaching and often works with adults with ADHD, entry- to mid-level managers, career changers, and leaders of volunteer organisations.
She also offers training, facilitation, and consulting to organisations and teams.

Susi Bauer (She/her or They/them) is a freelance ADHD Coach, Facilitator, Training Designer, and consultant. After a decade in the video games industry, she changed career paths following a late ADHD diagnosis. Her mission is to share kind convers... Show more

James Lesly didn't find yoga in a studio. He found it stretching on a cell floor, copying poses out of library books before he knew what they were called.

Four years inside, 46 days in solitary, and a body that never got the memo when the danger was over. When he got out, he put a 200-hour yoga teacher training on an old credit card. Then came a 200-hour trauma-informed training through the Prison Yoga Project, where he's now an Ambassador.

Since then he's taught corporate teams (Innergy Corporate Yoga), YMCA Montreal members, Club Med guests, older adults with Parkinson's and post-stroke clients, and yoga teachers in Bella Prāna Collective's 300-hour Advanced Studies training.

He founded Not Your Average Yogi, a Black-led Montreal nonprofit bringing trauma-informed yoga and breathwork to Black men, men coming home from prison and at-risk youth, and built Black Man. Breathe., a 10-week peer-led breathwork program. His memoir, Not Your Average Yogi: From Violence to Service, came out in 2026.

Every session is part story, part live practice. People leave with breathing tools they can use in their next meeting, shift or hard conversation.

In person across Canada (based in Montreal) · Virtual worldwide.

James Lesly didn't find yoga in a studio. He found it stretching on a cell floor, copying poses out of library books before he knew what they were called. Four years inside, 46 days in solitary, and a body that never got the memo when the danger w... Show more

Myself Venkata Suresh Babu Kamma a Senior Oracle ERP Cloud Architect with over 20+ years of experience designing, implementing, and governing large-scale enterprise ERP systems across public sector, transportation, higher education, utilities, and regulated capital-program environments.
I am specializes in Oracle ERP Cloud Project Portfolio Management (PPM), Grants Management, Project Costing, Project Billing, Contracts, General Ledger, and Subledger Accounting, with a governance-first architectural approach. My work emphasizes embedding compliance, audit readiness, predictive forecasting, and long-term sustainability directly into ERP system design.
I have led and advised ERP initiatives involving federal and state grants, multi-year capital and infrastructure programs, multi-entity funding structures, and high-scrutiny audit environments. I am expertised with spans both greenfield Oracle ERP Cloud implementations and modernization of complex legacy ERP environments.

I have contributed an enterprise ERP architect focused on governance-driven system design for public sector organizations. My work integrates funding structures, execution controls, financial integration, and predictive oversight into scalable ERP architectures that support long-term accountability and public stewardship. My Original contributions synthesizes his architectural models and governance frameworks developed through hands-on leadership of complex ERP initiatives.

Myself Venkata Suresh Babu Kamma a Senior Oracle ERP Cloud Architect with over 20+ years of experience designing, implementing, and governing large-scale enterprise ERP systems across public sector, transportation, higher education, utilities, and re... Show more

Johnnie L. Brown is a dynamic educator and thought leader with over 30 years of experience transforming educational spaces from the classroom to the district level. As the former Program Coordinator for PVU Teach, adjunct faculty in Educational Leadership at Prairie View A&M University and now Interim Chair for Simmons College of Kentucky Teacher Education Program, Professor Brown brings a unique blend of academic insight and hands-on leadership. Her career spans roles as a school principal, senior program specialist, master teacher, and adjunct faculty member, with expertise in curriculum development, family engagement, and teacher training. She has developed family literacy models nationwide and led initiatives that have significantly improved student outcomes and community involvement.
Professor Brown is a passionate advocate for equity in education and has been honored with numerous awards, including the WRGCOE Staff and Administration Excellence Award and recognition from New Orleans Public Schools for Leadership in Family Literacy. Whether she’s leading workshops, delivering keynotes, or mentoring future educators, she inspires audiences with her commitment to student success, student responsive teaching, and transformative leadership.

Johnnie L. Brown is a dynamic educator and thought leader with over 30 years of experience transforming educational spaces from the classroom to the district level. As the former Program Coordinator for PVU Teach, adjunct faculty in Educational Leade... Show more

Débora Wolosky es speaker vivencial, Licenciada en Recursos Humanos y Relaciones Públicas, y fundadora y directora de TIK RRHH. Hace más de 20 años trabaja con organizaciones, líderes y equipos de Latinoamérica, diseñando experiencias de aprendizaje, cultura y transformación. Sus conferencias combinan historias y casos reales, participación, humor y herramientas aplicables. Es creadora de Jutzpá Organizacional, el Modelo Centauro —(IA + IH) × AC— y Aprendizaje en la era de la IA. Su eje es qué capacidades humanas y culturales necesitamos para aprender, conservar el criterio y hacer que las cosas sucedan.

Trabajó con organizaciones como Mercedes-Benz, Natura, EY, Cencosud, Swiss Medical, Santander, Ford y Scania. Es docente en UCEMA y Burō Business School, y ha participado como columnista e invitada en Infobae, Clarín, iProfesional, CNN Radio, Revista Fortuna y Santander Post.

Débora Wolosky es speaker vivencial, Licenciada en Recursos Humanos y Relaciones Públicas, y fundadora y directora de TIK RRHH. Hace más de 20 años trabaja con organizaciones, líderes y equipos de Latinoamérica, diseñando experiencias de aprendizaje,... Show more

Dr. Jonathan A. McRoy, DBA, LSSBB, is an executive leader, organizational development strategist, and keynote speaker who helps organizations and individuals lead with purpose, navigate change, and build cultures where people perform at their best.

His career spans more than two decades across the military, government, nonprofit, private, and higher education sectors. A retired U.S. Air Force Senior Leader, he has led transformative efforts that align people strategies with business needs, including leadership development programs, change management initiatives, diversity and inclusion efforts, and organizational redesigns. He currently serves as a Vice President of Administration, an adjunct Professor of Practice, and the founder of Elevate Strategies, LLC, a veteran-owned consulting firm.

Dr. McRoy speaks on leadership, management, change, inclusive culture, career transition, and service. He delivers conference keynotes, workshops, commencement addresses, and Veterans Day and Memorial Day ceremonies. He holds a Doctor of Business Administration, completed the Executive Leadership Programme at the University of Oxford, and is a member of the Harvard Business Review Advisory Council.

Audiences leave his talks with clear, actionable strategies delivered with the credibility of a leader who has served in uniform and in the boardroom.

Dr. Jonathan A. McRoy, DBA, LSSBB, is an executive leader, organizational development strategist, and keynote speaker who helps organizations and individuals lead with purpose, navigate change, and build cultures where people perform at their best. ... Show more

Mauro D. Ríos is a Technology Key Opinion Leader (KOL) specializing in e-Government, digital transformation, and technology neutrality. He is a co-founder of eGoverment Uruguay Agency (AGESIC) and the creator of Uruguay’s Digital Agenda (ADU) and the National OID Assignment Unit (UNAOID), which manages the identifiers powering the Digital ID, the Electronic Government Records (APIA), the Electronic Health Record, and other systems. He formulated one of the most widely used definitions of technology neutrality globally. He served as Technology Director of the National Public Education Administration (ANEP) during the COVID pandemic. His professional experience includes work with the IDB (MIF), Canada’s IDRC, URSEC, Parliament, ALC Universities, the Internet Society, and the private sector. He was selected by the Pew Research Center (Elon University, USA) to provide predictions regarding the Internet and AI in 2035. He has authored 10 books and 70 articles; some rank in Elsevier’s top 10, while others are included in the CERLAC library (UNESCO).

Mauro D. Ríos is a Technology Key Opinion Leader (KOL) specializing in e-Government, digital transformation, and technology neutrality. He is a co-founder of eGoverment Uruguay Agency (AGESIC) and the creator of Uruguay’s Digital Agenda (ADU) and the... Show more

Kelli Swank is a speaker, non profit founder and an RN who believes every person has the power to make a meaningful impact. A Rockwall, Tx resident, Kelli has spoken to healthcare professionals, nursing students and has appeared as a guest on two podcasts discussing grief, resilience, and the continuing impact of her son's life.
Kelli engages audiences through stories, humor and honest conversation about purpose, connection and impact where people feel like they are part of the conversation, not simply sitting in an audience.

Kelli Swank is a speaker, non profit founder and an RN who believes every person has the power to make a meaningful impact. A Rockwall, Tx resident, Kelli has spoken to healthcare professionals, nursing students and has appeared as a guest on two po... Show more

Frances Sun is a Taiwanese UX/UI designer with almost 15 years of experience in UI/UX at some of the world’s biggest and most respected names in technology and entertainment.

In her current role at The Walt Disney Company, she leads the Ad Platforms team, overseeing UX for the flagship sales product used across Disney’s linear channels like ABC and ESPN.

Frances began her teaching career in 2020 at Austin Community College, where she taught UX/UI design, visual design, and portfolio design.

Frances Sun is a Taiwanese UX/UI designer with almost 15 years of experience in UI/UX at some of the world’s biggest and most respected names in technology and entertainment. In her current role at The Walt Disney Company, she leads the Ad Platfor... Show more

Larissa Barth ist Künstlerin, Fotografin und Lernenthusiastin. An der Bauhaus-Universität Weimar gestaltet sie in der Universitätsentwicklung Unterstützungsformate rund um Lehren und Lernen, studentische Partizipation, künstliche Intelligenz und wissenschaftliches Schreiben.

Larissa Barth ist Künstlerin, Fotografin und Lernenthusiastin. An der Bauhaus-Universität Weimar gestaltet sie in der Universitätsentwicklung Unterstützungsformate rund um Lehren und Lernen, studentische Partizipation, künstliche Intelligenz und wiss... Show more

Christopher Burpee is the Director of Student Centers at University of Chicago. Chris previously worked at both Northwestern University and Northeastern Illinois University. Chris served on the Conference Program Team for the 2022 Annual Conference in Chicago. He has a Masters in Higher Education Administration and Policy from Northwestern University, and a BFA from DePaul University.

Christopher Burpee is the Director of Student Centers at University of Chicago. Chris previously worked at both Northwestern University and Northeastern Illinois University. Chris served on the Conference Program Team for the 2022 Annual Conference... Show more

Andreas Sexauer ist Mitarbeiter am Zentrum für Mediales Lernen (ZML) des Karlsruher Instituts für Technologie (KIT). Neben Themen der Medienproduktion und Digitalen Lehre entwickelt er dort im Rahmen des Projekts GenAI@KIT den kompetenten Einsatz generativer KI am KIT mit. Dazu zählen unter anderem die Herstellung der Möglichkeit zur Arbeit mit individuell angepassten KI-Chatbots in allen Lehrveranstaltungen des KIT. Diese sogenannten Custom Chatbots können spezifisch in einer Lehrveranstaltung eingesetzt werden. Dabei können die Lehrpersonen selbst bestimmen, mit welchem Wissenskorpus, z.B. dem eigenen Skript, und mit welchem Verhalten diese Custom Chatbots mit den Studierenden interagieren. In einer Kooperation mit dem KI-Campus ist Andreas einer der Autoren des Prompt-Labor 2: Generative KI in der Hochschullehre – Anwendungen. Dort hat er das Kapitel „Informationsvisualisierung mit KI" beigetragen. Darüber hinaus setzt er sich intensiv mit der Thematik Agentic AI auseinander und wirkt dabei im Hochschulforum Digitalisierung in einer Arbeitsgruppe dazu mit. Im Hochschulnetzwerk Digitalisierung der Lehre in Baden-Württemberg ist er Mitglied der Special Interest Group Learning Analytics und Künstliche Intelligenz (LAKI).

Andreas Sexauer ist Mitarbeiter am Zentrum für Mediales Lernen (ZML) des Karlsruher Instituts für Technologie (KIT). Neben Themen der Medienproduktion und Digitalen Lehre entwickelt er dort im Rahmen des Projekts GenAI@KIT den kompetenten Einsatz gen... Show more

Michael Benezra is Partner, North America at Crewstone International, where he has led $280M+ in private equity transactions across consumer, financial services, life sciences and commercial real estate. He is also CEO of Signal87 AI, which builds AI tools for government service contractors. Previously he served as Consul for Innovation & Economic Affairs at the Consulate General of Israel to New England, working with governors, state economic development teams and federal officials on trade and investment. He holds an M.A. in Government from Harvard.

Michael Benezra is Partner, North America at Crewstone International, where he has led $280M+ in private equity transactions across consumer, financial services, life sciences and commercial real estate. He is also CEO of Signal87 AI, which builds AI... Show more