Mirado Rafenomahenintsoa is a Forward Deployed Engineer at Ajua Labs and teaches data engineering and analytics at Haute École d'Informatique in Antananarivo. He founded DataBridge Madagascar, which trains people entering the data field and, through Marina ve?, helps young Malagasy people question public numbers.

Mirado Rafenomahenintsoa is a Forward Deployed Engineer at Ajua Labs and teaches data engineering and analytics at Haute École d'Informatique in Antananarivo. He founded DataBridge Madagascar, which trains people entering the data field and, through ... Show more

Dr. Don Barden is an internationally recognized behavioral economist, author, and corporate strategist with more than 30 years of transformative leadership experience. Named one of North America’s Top 30 Most Transformational Leaders by John Maxwell and Entrepreneur of the Year by the Atlanta Business Chronicle, Dr. Barden has built billion-dollar sales teams and reshaped organizational cultures across the globe.

His Wall Street–backed research, The Perfect Plan, uncovered the behavioral patterns that drive elite leadership performance. His latest doctoral study, Here Come the Girls, reveals the next global paradigm shift in leadership—forecasting that between 2028 and 2032, women’s rise to power will redefine how organizations grow, innovate, and lead. Dr. Barden’s message equips leaders to adapt, embrace inclusive collaboration, and prepare for the future of business through measurable 3× impact in growth, profit, and retention.

Dr. Don Barden is an internationally recognized behavioral economist, author, and corporate strategist with more than 30 years of transformative leadership experience. Named one of North America’s Top 30 Most Transformational Leaders by John Maxwell ... Show more

Dennis Oxaas er en sikkerhets- og teknologileder med bred erfaring fra forsvars- og justissektoren. Han har en MBA i teknologiledelse, der masteroppgaven omhandler risiko, styring og bruk av eksterne konsulenter i sikkerhetsgraderte anskaffelser.

Arbeidet hans kombinerer praktisk erfaring fra komplekse prosjekter med empirisk forskning på hvordan menneskelige, organisatoriske og styringsmessige faktorer påvirker sikkerheten i komplekse og regulerte virksomheter.

Dennis Oxaas er en sikkerhets- og teknologileder med bred erfaring fra forsvars- og justissektoren. Han har en MBA i teknologiledelse, der masteroppgaven omhandler risiko, styring og bruk av eksterne konsulenter i sikkerhetsgraderte anskaffelser. ... Show more

Dr. Tyrone W. A. Grandison is a technologist, entrepreneur, and social advocate with many years of experience . As a Chief Technology Officer at Microsoft and Founder of The Data-Driven Institute, he drives innovation and empowers communities through data. A White House Presidential Innovation Fellow and co-creator of groundbreaking initiatives.

Dr. Tyrone W. A. Grandison is a technologist, entrepreneur, and social advocate with many years of experience . As a Chief Technology Officer at Microsoft and Founder of The Data-Driven Institute, he drives innovation and empowers communities through... Show more

Martino Bettucci est fondateur de P2Enjoy Studio, organisme spécialisé dans l’IA, le NLP et la blockchain. Conférencier, formateur et co-créateur du salon IA-WEB3 Event, il accompagne professionnels, écoles et organisations dans la compréhension des technologies émergentes et de leurs usages concrets. Il intervient régulièrement sur les enjeux d’intelligence artificielle, d’automatisation, de Web3 et de transformation des pratiques métiers.

Martino Bettucci est fondateur de P2Enjoy Studio, organisme spécialisé dans l’IA, le NLP et la blockchain. Conférencier, formateur et co-créateur du salon IA-WEB3 Event, il accompagne professionnels, écoles et organisations dans la compréhension des ... Show more

Thuy is an entrepreneur and business executive with international experience across Vietnam, India, Cambodia, Ghana, Nigeria, and the United States. Her work spans fintech, blockchain, banking, digital transformation and innovation that connect technology with real-work impacts. Throughout her career, she worked with startups, financial institutions and government agencies to develop innovation ecosystems, and support inclusive economic growth. She co-founded FADO Go, a blockchain ecommerce company that provides loyalty solutions to businesses. Currently, she leads the development of a large-scale cultural infrastructure project that combines culture, education, technology and community engagement through collaboration between government and private-sector partners in Vietnam. The initative explores how emerging technologies can strengthen public trust, cultural participation, and long-term sustainability.
As a speaker, Thuy has spoken at blockchain and innovation conferences in Vietnam and internationally, advocating for decentralization and real-world applications that improve everyday life.

Thuy is an entrepreneur and business executive with international experience across Vietnam, India, Cambodia, Ghana, Nigeria, and the United States. Her work spans fintech, blockchain, banking, digital transformation and innovation that connect techn... Show more

Ingeniero de Sistemas por la UAI, Magister en Administración y Gestión Pública por la UAI, Actualmente curso el doctorado en Ingeniería de Sistemas en la UNAC, con una línea de investigación orientada a la aplicación de Inteligencia Artificial, Implementación de Entornos Virtuales de Aprendizaje, Modelos Predictivos, Gamificación e Investigación Científica para la personalización del aprendizaje en contextos educativos del Perú, cuento con Diplomados en Docencia Universitaria, Ingeniería de Software, Inteligencia Artificial y Ciencia de Datos, Diplomado Especializado: Inteligencia Artificial Aplicada a la Gestión Pública, Certificados internacionales Microsoft, Speaker e Influencer de Microsoft, Docente Universitario, Especialista en IA Generativa y Microsoft 365, Arquitecto de Software, más de 30 años de experiencia en tecnología orientada a la educación, CEO & FOUNDER de MATT INNOVA SOLUTION empresa peruana dedicada a la innovación tecnológica, desarrollo de soluciones empresariales y educativa, Administrador de la Comunidad Profesional Microsoft Cañete (MUG CAÑETE), autor principal de los libros “Manual del Docente Innovador Aplicando IA Generativa”, “El Arte del Prompt Educativo con ChatGPT”, "ChatGPT: de básico a experto". Músico de Instrumentos de Viento (Quenas, Zampoñas), practico MMA con especialidad en LutaLivre cinturón naranja (Teams Perros Sarnosos Cañete-Perú).
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Ingeniero de Sistemas por la UAI, Magister en Administración y Gestión Pública por la UAI, Actualmente curso el doctorado en Ingeniería de Sistemas en la UNAC, con una línea de investigación orientada a la aplicación de Inteligencia Artificial, Imple... Show more

Christina Garzoria is a passionate educator with two decades of experience in elementary education. She is dedicated to nurturing the potential of gifted learners by using every teachable moment to build student abilities, spark engagement, and encourage creative thinking. As a GT Facilitator, she supports meaningful learning through hands-on exploration, technology, and artistic expression to inspire curiosity and problem solving.

Christina Garzoria is a passionate educator with two decades of experience in elementary education. She is dedicated to nurturing the potential of gifted learners by using every teachable moment to build student abilities, spark engagement, and encou... Show more

Chamonix Mann is a gifted specialist with Plano ISD and the creator of Gifted Glow Up Studio. With over 14 years in education and extensive experience supporting gifted and advanced learners, she is passionate about helping educators design rigorous, engaging, and future-ready learning experiences. Chamonix specializes in Depth & Complexity, inquiry-based learning, authentic problem solving, and integrating AI thoughtfully to elevate critical thinking, creativity, and innovation in gifted education.

Chamonix Mann is a gifted specialist with Plano ISD and the creator of Gifted Glow Up Studio. With over 14 years in education and extensive experience supporting gifted and advanced learners, she is passionate about helping educators design rigorous,... Show more

Analytical thinker driven by fast-paced learning platforms in higher education with a significant experience of over five years in statistical modeling and quantitative data analyses utilizing R, SPSS, Excel, Tableau, Power Bi, MPlus, AMOS, Dbeaver, and SAS

Experienced in qualitative research methodologies including leading and participating in multisite collaborations and liaison responsibilities

Analytical thinker driven by fast-paced learning platforms in higher education with a significant experience of over five years in statistical modeling and quantitative data analyses utilizing R, SPSS, Excel, Tableau, Power Bi, MPlus, AMOS, Dbeaver, ... Show more

Israel Odeajo is an accomplished professional with over ten years of diverse experience in technology and data science. Currently, he serves as an AI Engineer and Data Coach at Join Momentum in the United Kingdom and as a Machine Learning Engineer at BTC Creative Labs in Germany. His career spans key roles including software engineer, database administrator, team lead, data analyst, data scientist, machine learning engineer, and AI engineer—across multiple sectors such as education, politics, energy, law, fintech, and NGOs.

Israel’s expertise extends to academic contributions, having published approximately five research papers and presented at renowned conferences, including Deep Learning Indaba, ICLR, Data Science Africa, and Data Science Nigeria. As an invited speaker and faculty member, he has shared his insights at various international forums in Africa, Europe, Asia, and America.

In addition to his technical and academic achievements, Israel has served as a facilitator with Techskill, UK, and as a teaching assistant with Neuroscience Academy, where he imparts advanced knowledge in deep learning. His influence in the technology space is further recognized through his ambassadorial roles with Zindi Africa and Data Dev Ambassador for Tableau. Israel is also a certified data trainer with Atlan Turing College, UK, following an intensive eight-week training program.

His professional certifications include credentials as a Google IT Specialist, Google Web/Mobile Specialist, Microsoft Data Scientist, and Microsoft AI Responsible Certified professional, among others. This diverse blend of experience and expertise underscores his commitment to advancing technology and data innovation on a global scale.

Israel Odeajo is an accomplished professional with over ten years of diverse experience in technology and data science. Currently, he serves as an AI Engineer and Data Coach at Join Momentum in the United Kingdom and as a Machine Learning Engineer at... Show more

Sarah Russell is VP of Marketing at EducationDynamics, where she has spent 17 years at the intersection of search behavior, audience data, and marketing strategy. She leads SEO, paid media, social, and creative teams serving higher education institutions nationwide.

Sarah is best known for work that pioneers actionable strategies in a quickly evolving marketing landscape. She developed Signal Engineering, a framework for making brands legible to AI systems.

Sarah builds teams as well as strategies. She has designed and built the multi-agent AI infrastructure her teams use for market research, search intelligence, and content production, and established EducationDynamics' center of excellence for performance marketing.

Sarah Russell is VP of Marketing at EducationDynamics, where she has spent 17 years at the intersection of search behavior, audience data, and marketing strategy. She leads SEO, paid media, social, and creative teams serving higher education institut... Show more

Miłosz is a mobile security specialist at Reversec, having previously spent entirely too much time working in academia. Outside of technical work, his primary interests are in education and the culture of education.

Miłosz is a mobile security specialist at Reversec, having previously spent entirely too much time working in academia. Outside of technical work, his primary interests are in education and the culture of education. Show more

Sarah Wolters is an educator, entrepreneur, consultant, and youth development advocate dedicated to helping people and organizations build stronger teams, make informed decisions, and create meaningful opportunities for growth. Her work spans organizational consulting, leadership development, project management, background screening, and youth development, grounded in more than a decade of experience in education and community leadership.

Sarah is the CEO of Swift Screening Solutions, a family-owned business providing background checks and pre-employment screening solutions to help organizations make confident, informed hiring decisions. Through Swift Screening Solutions, she brings her experience in education, nonprofit leadership, and organizational management into the employment screening space, helping businesses build thoughtful and effective hiring processes.

She is also the founder of Sarah Wolters Co, where she partners with organizations to strengthen leadership, improve collaboration, and navigate complex challenges. As a Qualified Administrator for the Intercultural Development Inventory (IDI) since 2020, Sarah brings expertise in intercultural competence and inclusive leadership to her consulting and training work. Her approach combines practical strategies with innovative problem-solving, helping leaders and teams work smarter, adapt to change, and turn ideas into meaningful action.

Sarah’s commitment to youth development began long before her professional career. As a founding board member of Cabins4Kids, she has spent more than a decade creating opportunities for youth who have historically had fewer opportunities to access camp and leadership development experiences. Her work with young people has shaped her belief that leadership development begins early and that meaningful growth happens when people are given the tools, relationships, and opportunities to see themselves as capable leaders.

Sarah’s professional foundation was built in education. She spent six years as a classroom teacher and later worked as a Youth Development Specialist, bringing a total of more than 11 years of experience in education and youth development. She holds a Bachelor’s degree in Elementary Education with a focus on Special Education from Butler University and a Master’s degree in Early Childhood Education with Montessori certification from the University of Missouri-St. Louis.

Across her businesses, consulting work, and nonprofit leadership, Sarah is driven by a common mission: to help people and organizations grow with purpose, work more effectively, and create lasting impact.

Outside of work, Sarah enjoys spending time with her family, discovering local businesses, cheering for her favorite sports teams, and enjoying live music with friends.

Sarah Wolters is an educator, entrepreneur, consultant, and youth development advocate dedicated to helping people and organizations build stronger teams, make informed decisions, and create meaningful opportunities for growth. Her work spans organiz... Show more

Badra Abd El Qader is the Principal of Al-Zahraa Elementary School in Al-Tayyiba Triangle and a PhD Candidate at the University of Murcia, Spain. She has more than 30 years of experience in education and has served in a variety of teaching and leadership roles, including teacher, homeroom teacher, teacher mentor, assistant principal, principal, and lecturer in teacher education.

She holds a bachelor's degree in science, mathematics, and computer science education, a master's degree in school administration, and a second master's degree in mathematics education. Her doctoral research focuses on school leadership and inclusive education, with particular emphasis on the inclusion of students with Autism Spectrum Disorder (ASD), professional readiness, institutional support, and monitoring practices.

Her professional and research interests include educational leadership, inclusive education, and the development of equitable learning environments that promote meaningful participation and learning opportunities for all students.

Badra Abd El Qader is the Principal of Al-Zahraa Elementary School in Al-Tayyiba Triangle and a PhD Candidate at the University of Murcia, Spain. She has more than 30 years of experience in education and has served in a variety of teaching and leader... Show more

Matt has been working with AWS technology since 2011, including 8.5 years at AWS itself; first as a Solutions Architect, and then in a Chief Technologist role for the UK public sector team.

During that time he has presented at 6 separate re:Invents and dozens of other AWS and 3rd party events, covering a range of topics including: networking, DNS, cost optimisation, and the Amazon Culture of Innovation.

Now as CEO of Rayo (an AWS Advanced Partner), Matt continues to help customers make use of cloud to deliver great outcomes for the public sector and beyond.

Matt has been working with AWS technology since 2011, including 8.5 years at AWS itself; first as a Solutions Architect, and then in a Chief Technologist role for the UK public sector team. During that time he has presented at 6 separate re:Invent... Show more

Adriana Kugler is an American economist and a Full Professor at the McCourt School of Public Policy and Economics at Georgetown University. During her more than 15 years at the university, she has served in several leadership roles, including Vice Provost for Faculty from 2013 to 2016. In that position, she worked to improve the Promotion and Tenure process, expanded faculty development through an NSF grant supporting women in STEM, redesigned new faculty orientation, and helped establish a new framework for non-tenure-track faculty.

Dr. Kugler served as Governor of the Federal Reserve Board from September 2023 to August 2025 after being nominated by President Biden and confirmed by the Senate. During that time, she participated in several Board committees, served as a voting member of the Federal Open Market Committee, and represented the Board at the Center for Latin American Monetary Studies. She also delivered speeches on inflation, monetary policy, employment, expectations, and housing while visiting 10 of the 12 Federal Reserve districts and meeting with communities across the country.

From 2022 to 2023, Dr. Kugler served as the U.S. Executive Director of the World Bank. In that role, she supported efforts to strengthen multilateral development institutions with a focus on climate change, pandemics, conflict, food security, education recovery, and opportunities for women and underrepresented groups. Her contributions were recognized with the Chase Award from the U.S. Department of the Treasury.

Earlier in her career, Dr. Kugler co-founded and served as Co-Director of the International Summer Institute on Policy Evaluation from 2010 to 2013. She also served as Chief Economist at the U.S. Department of Labor from 2011 to 2013. Before joining Georgetown University, she held faculty positions at the University of Houston and the University of Pompeu Fabra in Barcelona, where her research focused on labor markets, policy evaluation, payroll taxes, employment protections, occupational licensing, unemployment, and immigration.

Adriana Kugler has been recognized by Barron's as one of the 100 Most Influential Women in U.S. Finance in 2024 and 2025 and was named among Bloomberg Linea's top 500 most influential people in Latin America in 2023. She has remained committed to mentoring students, graduate researchers, and junior faculty while publishing research in leading journals, contributing to major policy discussions, testifying before Congress, and speaking at academic and policy events worldwide. She earned her Ph.D. in Economics from the University of California at Berkeley in 1997 after completing a Joint BA in Economics and Political Science with First Class Honors from McGill University in Canada in 1991. She continues to contribute to research, education, public policy, and mentorship through her academic and professional work.

Adriana Kugler is an American economist and a Full Professor at the McCourt School of Public Policy and Economics at Georgetown University. During her more than 15 years at the university, she has served in several leadership roles, including Vice Pr... Show more

Suhuyini Frank Nnyayam Bukari is a Ghanaian individual known for his interest in education, communication, and social development. He is passionate about learning, personal growth, and contributing positively to society through knowledge-sharing and community engagement.

He demonstrates strong skills in written communication and critical thinking, with a keen interest in peacebuilding, leadership, and youth development initiatives. Suhuyini Frank Nnyayam Bukari is committed to self-improvement and values integrity, discipline, and service to humanity.

Through continuous learning and active participation in meaningful initiatives, he aspires to make a lasting impact in his community and beyond.

Suhuyini Frank Nnyayam Bukari is a Ghanaian individual known for his interest in education, communication, and social development. He is passionate about learning, personal growth, and contributing positively to society through knowledge-sharing and ... Show more

I am an IT and Cyber Security professional with over five years of experience across cybersecurity, information security, data protection, digital transformation, IT systems management, online trust and safety, and Internet governance.

My work sits at the intersection of cyber risk, digital trust, policy, and technology-enabled transformation. I support organizations and communities to strengthen their security posture, manage digital risks, protect information assets, and build safer, more resilient digital ecosystems.

As The Digital Sentinel, my mission is simple: defending what matters in the digital space. This includes helping individuals, institutions, and communities stay safe, informed, resilient, and empowered online.

I bring a multidisciplinary background that combines technical expertise, governance thinking, policy engagement, and community leadership. My interests and work span cybersecurity awareness, IT risk and control assessment, data protection and privacy, AI security and governance, digital forensics, DNS security, online safety, Internet governance, e-governance, and digital inclusion.

Key Focus Areas:
🔒 Cybersecurity, IT Risk & Information Security
🛡️ Data Protection, Privacy & Digital Trust
🤖 AI Security, AI Governance & Responsible Technology
🧾 Digital Forensics & Cyber Resilience
🌐 DNS Security, Internet Governance & E-Governance
👥 Online Trust & Safety, Digital Literacy & Community Development
📡 Digital Policy, Transformation & Strategic Technology Adoption

Beyond professional practice, I am passionate about mentoring emerging digital leaders, supporting safer online communities, and contributing to initiatives that promote secure, inclusive, and responsible use of the Internet.

I am always open to meaningful collaboration, knowledge sharing, and opportunities that advance cybersecurity, digital trust, Internet resilience, and digital transformation.

I am an IT and Cyber Security professional with over five years of experience across cybersecurity, information security, data protection, digital transformation, IT systems management, online trust and safety, and Internet governance. My work sit... Show more

Equipping leaders to regulate pressure, repair trust, and lead in the age of uncertainty.

Shawntà Hooks is an award-winning global keynote speaker, author, and Leadership & Clarity Strategist known for unlocking clarity in high-pressure cultures. With a background as a former Fortune 100 Vice President of Automation Transformation and Certified Public Accountant, she brings rare executive credibility to the human side of leadership.

Through neuroscience-backed, multisensory experiences — integrating music, movement, mindfulness, and storytelling — Shawntà teaches leaders the bio hacks of presence, regulation, and influence. Her work reveals what’s felt but rarely named in modern organizations: how overstimulation, unregulated pressure, and emotional misalignment quietly erode performance, trust, and decision-making.

She is the founder of The Clarity Lab™ and creator of the Catch → Convert → Create™ system of nervous system regulation.

Equipping leaders to regulate pressure, repair trust, and lead in the age of uncertainty. Shawntà Hooks is an award-winning global keynote speaker, author, and Leadership & Clarity Strategist known for unlocking clarity in high-pressure cultures. ... Show more

I’m Member of Parliament, vice-President of our Telecommunications subcommittee and executive member of the African Parliamentary Network on Internet Governance (APNIG) and the UN Internet Governance Forum (IGF) – Policy Network on Artificial Intelligence (PNAI).
Also executive member of AFSPaN, the African Food Systems Parliamentary Network, a pan-African, legislator-led platform uniting current and former parliamentarians from 28 countries to champion agricultural and food systems transformation

I’m Member of Parliament, vice-President of our Telecommunications subcommittee and executive member of the African Parliamentary Network on Internet Governance (APNIG) and the UN Internet Governance Forum (IGF) – Policy Network on Artificial Intelli... Show more

Innovation, Strategy, and Agility Consultant with 15 years of experience driving organizational and agile transformations across industries, service areas, and teams in over 15 countries.

A recognized trainer and facilitator, I have helped develop thousands of professionals in high-performance leadership, design thinking, agile principles and practices, continuous improvement, Kanban, flow metrics, and customer experience.

As a specialist in performance indicators and business metrics, I have extensive experience implementing KPIs, Balanced Scorecard (BSC), and OKRs, enabling teams to reach new performance levels through data-driven decision-making.

Passionate about mentoring and coaching, I support teams and individuals in open innovation, business agility, agile high-performance teams, continuous improvement, performance management, and value stream optimization.

A community leader and event organizer, I have played key roles in Agile Brazil, Agile Coach Camp, Caipira Ágil, Agile Beer, and Agile Campinas, bringing practitioners together to share knowledge and advance agility. As a speaker and facilitator, I have contributed to global conferences, fostering collaboration and practical learning.

Currently serving as Executive Director at Agile Alliance Brazil, I am dedicated to expanding agile practices and mindset by supporting communities and industry events nationwide.

Innovation, Strategy, and Agility Consultant with 15 years of experience driving organizational and agile transformations across industries, service areas, and teams in over 15 countries. A recognized trainer and facilitator, I have helped develop... Show more

Pavithra Addanki is an entrepreneur, mentor, and student leader passionate about bridging the gap between academia and industry. Founder & CEO of MXC Ignite LLP, she has collaborated with leading institutions and innovation hubs to create outcome-based learning opportunities. She is Co-Founder for Sri Raagni Organics. A Startup World Cup Mentor and advocate for personal branding, she also works in data analytics and has a LinkedIn community of over 11K followers with 9,05,400 + annual impressions.

Pavithra Addanki is an entrepreneur, mentor, and student leader passionate about bridging the gap between academia and industry. Founder & CEO of MXC Ignite LLP, she has collaborated with leading institutions and innovation hubs to create outcome-bas... Show more

I am a Software Engineer 2 at ServiceNow, where I develop and maintain cloud-based applications using technologies such as Node.js, AWS, and C++. I enjoy solving complex problems and delivering high-quality solutions that meet the needs of our clients and users.

I am also passionate about sharing my knowledge and expertise in programming and software development through my Youtube channel, Hello World. I have a BTech degree in Computer Science from Indian Institute of Information Technology Una, and I specialize in teaching data structures and algorithms. I have helped thousands of students prepare for technical interviews and secure positions at top companies. My channel has over 50,000 subscribers, and I am proud to have contributed to their success.

I am a Software Engineer 2 at ServiceNow, where I develop and maintain cloud-based applications using technologies such as Node.js, AWS, and C++. I enjoy solving complex problems and delivering high-quality solutions that meet the needs of our client... Show more

Lubna Jabeen Ahmed is an international educational leader and Careers & University Guidance specialist with over 17 years of experience in the UAE. She specializes in student progression, curriculum design, and university guidance. Passionate about preparing young adults for the future workforce, Lubna focuses on building independent thinking, adaptive agility, and the human-centric skills students need to step confidently onto the global stage.

Lubna Jabeen Ahmed is an international educational leader and Careers & University Guidance specialist with over 17 years of experience in the UAE. She specializes in student progression, curriculum design, and university guidance. Passionate about p... Show more

Damien House is a platform architect and Drupal developer with 20+ years of experience delivering complex technical outcomes across public-sector programs, enterprise environments, and open-source communities. His federal platform work spans USDA, the International Trade Administration (trade.gov), and NTIA, where he led migrations, modernized infrastructure, and built governed content systems at enterprise scale. He now focuses on applied AI — building and evaluating agentic workflows, retrieval-backed systems, and permission-aware architectures with Drupal as the center of gravity. He is currently developing Drupal modules for Azure-backed RAG and AI context management, and is based in Washington, DC.

Damien House is a platform architect and Drupal developer with 20+ years of experience delivering complex technical outcomes across public-sector programs, enterprise environments, and open-source communities. His federal platform work spans USDA, th... Show more

Philip Obiorah is a Data Scientist, Co-Organizer PyData Milton Keynes , Lead of GDG Cloud Port Harcourt, a Google Explore ML Facilitator, and a researcher with interests in Machine Learning and Natural Language Processing. He is a former Graduate Teaching Assistant at the University of Buckingham, United Kingdom, and currently serves as a Learning Development Coach in Computing at the University of Buckingham. An Oracle Certified Professional and a member of the British Computer Society, Philip has a diverse academic and professional background.

Philip holds a PhD in Computer Science from the University of Port Harcourt. In addition, he has earned two Master's degrees: an MSc in Applied Data Science from the University of Buckingham, graduating with distinction, and an MSc in Computer Science from the University of Port Harcourt. He also holds a BA in Philosophy from Nnamdi Azikiwe University, Nigeria.

Philip is deeply committed to community development and has volunteered extensively to mentor participants in AI and data science programs through initiatives like AI School Africa, the Google Africa Developers Scholarship, and Google Explore ML with Crowdsource. His academic contributions include several research publications, notably "Topic Modeling Using Latent Dirichlet Allocation & Multinomial Logistic Regression," published in the Journal of Digital Innovations & Contemporary Research in Science, Engineering & Technology (Vol. 10, No. 4).

Philip’s efforts have earned him numerous accolades. He was a Global Nominee at NASA SpaceApps 2018 and received the Tech Social Impact Icon (Green) Award in 2022 from Techrity. He was also honored with a special plaque from Google Developer Groups for fostering a vibrant developer community at GDG Cloud Port Harcourt.

Passionate about teaching, community building, and bridging the gap between academia and the tech industry, Philip is dedicated to continuing his impactful journey and achieving even greater milestones in the future.

Philip Obiorah is a Data Scientist, Co-Organizer PyData Milton Keynes , Lead of GDG Cloud Port Harcourt, a Google Explore ML Facilitator, and a researcher with interests in Machine Learning and Natural Language Processing. He is a former Graduate Te... Show more

Dr. Thomas Faulkner is the Principal Consultant of Faulkner HR Solutions, where he helps organizations diagnose the systems behind workplace dysfunction, compliance risk, turnover, and leadership breakdowns. A U.S. Army veteran, SPHR, Lean Six Sigma Black Belt, and former municipal HR director, Dr. Faulkner brings a direct, practical approach to problems most organizations prefer to politely rename instead of fix.

Known for blending humor, operational clarity, and a “call it what it is” teaching style, Dr. Faulkner helps leaders move past surface-level explanations and identify the process gaps, authority issues, documentation failures, and management habits that create recurring workplace problems. His sessions are designed for leaders who want practical tools, defensible decisions, and less polished language that avoids the real problem.

Dr. Thomas Faulkner is the Principal Consultant of Faulkner HR Solutions, where he helps organizations diagnose the systems behind workplace dysfunction, compliance risk, turnover, and leadership breakdowns. A U.S. Army veteran, SPHR, Lean Six Sigma ... Show more

Eddie James Williams III is a public sector cybersecurity executive operating in the Silicon Valley ecosystem, specializing in AI governance, enterprise risk, and security strategy. With more than 15 years of experience across healthcare, critical infrastructure, and government, he has led security and risk transformation aligned to frameworks such as NIST CSF, NIST AI RMF, ISO 42001, and HITRUST. A U.S. Army veteran and former HUMINT collection manager, he brings a distinctive perspective that combines behavioral risk, adversarial thinking, and enterprise control design.

Eddie James Williams III is a public sector cybersecurity executive operating in the Silicon Valley ecosystem, specializing in AI governance, enterprise risk, and security strategy. With more than 15 years of experience across healthcare, critical in... Show more

Edward Bezerra is the CEO and Founder of CertiVend, where he helps organizations strengthen cybersecurity, vendor risk management, AI governance, and third-party assurance through practical, business-focused security strategies.

With more than 30 years of experience in information technology and cybersecurity, Edward has held executive leadership positions for Fortune 500 organizations, including serving in infrastructure, cybersecurity, IT risk, and executive leadership roles with organizations such as AIG, Herbalife, K. Hovnanian, and Party City. Throughout his career, he has led global teams, managed multimillion-dollar technology and cybersecurity budgets, and developed enterprise security, governance, and risk management programs supporting complex business environments.

Edward is also the Founder of CertiVend Academy, where he works to bridge the gap between certification training and real-world cybersecurity experience by developing hands-on learning programs focused on practical skills that employers expect.

A frequent speaker, educator, and industry mentor, Edward enjoys sharing practical insights on cybersecurity leadership, governance, vendor risk management, AI governance, cloud security, data governance, career development, and building effective security programs. His presentations emphasize actionable guidance, real-world lessons learned, and strategies that security professionals can immediately apply within their own organizations.

Edward holds numerous industry certifications, including CCISO, ITIL Foundation, Microsoft, Citrix, and other technical certifications, and is currently completing his Doctor of Computer Science (Cybersecurity), with research focused on optimizing cybersecurity resource allocation within enterprise data centers.

Edward Bezerra is the CEO and Founder of CertiVend, where he helps organizations strengthen cybersecurity, vendor risk management, AI governance, and third-party assurance through practical, business-focused security strategies. With more than 30 ... Show more