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

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

As cyber threats escalate in speed and sophistication, the security landscape demands advanced knowledge through awareness, activation, and improved practice. This is where Dewayne Hart works best. He is an all-cyber professional who believes cybersecurity is no longer just a technical issue — it is a leadership, mindset, and quality-of-life challenge that shapes how we live, work, and connect.

Known for delivering common-sense strategies and actionable roadmaps, Hart helps businesses and citizens stay proactive against rapidly evolving threat actors in an increasingly digital world. At the core of his approach is a simple but powerful idea: to defend effectively, people must learn to think like adversaries. He equips his audiences with the knowledge, resources, and tools to put on a "Hacker's Hat," enabling them to anticipate threats before they become incidents.

Hart has lived the operator-to-leader path he teaches. Over twenty years in the U.S. Navy, he rose from maintaining computer systems and weapons-defense platforms to leading information-security efforts — experience that shaped his mission-focused discipline and operational approach to the field. In 2014, he founded Secure Managed Instructional Systems, LLC (SEMAIS), a Service-Disabled Veteran-Owned Small Business specializing in cybersecurity advisory and workforce development, guided by its motto: "Sustaining 360-Degree Cyber Visibility." He holds the CISSP, CEH, CGRC, and CND certifications and a Master of Science in Information Assurance, and has strengthened cyber and workforce programs across the DoD and federal government, including the U.S. Army, Defense Logistics Agency, and Department of Veterans Affairs.

A recognized voice in the cybersecurity community, Hart hosts the Chief of Cybersecurity platform, where he explores how security directly affects everyday digital life. His work spans artificial intelligence, cybersecurity leadership, cyber awareness, workforce modernization, and cybercrime — bridging technical realities with leadership accountability. He is the author of two books examining how mindset and leadership, not just technology, shape digital safety: The Cybersecurity Mindset: A Virtual and Transformational Thinking Mode, which challenges readers to rethink risk and resilience, and Cybersecurity Leadership: How to Develop a Successful Mentality and Win, which examines how leadership decisions and culture influence security outcomes.

From the National Cybersecurity Summit to the Incyber Forum, Techno Security & Digital Forensics, GovTechCon, Capitol Technology University, and AFCEA conferences nationwide, Hart has inspired executives, practitioners, and students alike. Through his advisory, speaking, and writing, he equips security teams with the foresight to transform cybersecurity from a reactive technical task into a definitive strategic advantage.

Example of Speaking History

GDS Group — Business at the Forefront of Cybersecurity
Capitol Technology University — Leadership Success Before the Attack
GovTechCon — Transitioning to Strategic Tech Leadership
Incyber Forum Canada — AI and Modern Warfare
AFCEA DHS Conference — Building Cyberdefenders That Win for National Security
AFCEA Mid-Atlantic — Creating a Unified Threat Picture for Command Leadership
Techno Security — Building 360° Cyber Visibility
National Cybersecurity Summit — Cracking the Code: AI & Cyber

As cyber threats escalate in speed and sophistication, the security landscape demands advanced knowledge through awareness, activation, and improved practice. This is where Dewayne Hart works best. He is an all-cyber professional who believes cyberse... Show more

My journey has been largely around technology, digital skills, education and using technology to solve practical problems.

Through Soteria Technologies, I have had the opportunity to work on initiatives around digital literacy, education technology, ICT infrastructure, Internet governance and community digital access.

But one thing I have learned is that having a good technology solution is only one part of the journey.

You also have to understand the people you are serving, build relationships, manage resources, find sustainable ways to operate, build partnerships and create systems that allow the work to continue.

That is why I chose this topic.

I want us to look beyond the excitement of building the product and talk about what it really takes to turn that product into a functioning and sustainable organization.

My journey has been largely around technology, digital skills, education and using technology to solve practical problems. Through Soteria Technologies, I have had the opportunity to work on initiatives around digital literacy, education technolog... 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

Latifa DEKHICI is a full professor in computer sciences and vice dean of external relations in mathematics and computer science faculty in the university of sciences and technology of Oran; and a researcher in LDREI, Smart Grid Developement laboratory in the Higher School of Electrical and Energetic engineering of Oran. Her research interests include power dispatch, power system design, healthcare scheduling and green optimization as well as optimization methods especially metaheuristics. DEKHICI has been a member of Inside Project (Inclusion of Students With impairements in Distance Education) in 2023, of DIGITAQ Project about Quality Assurance Digitalization in Higher Education and a responsable of Digitalisation Strategy Office in her university. She partipated as a trainer in many sustainability; digitalization; accessibilty, cyber responsability, soft skills and inclusivity activities and serious game design.

Latifa DEKHICI is a full professor in computer sciences and vice dean of external relations in mathematics and computer science faculty in the university of sciences and technology of Oran; and a researcher in LDREI, Smart Grid Developement laborator... 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

Dr. Noe Lorona is an Army officer currently serving as a platform engineer for the Army where he plans, develops and deploys cloud architecture to support Agile application development. He later transitioned to to become a platform product manager where he leads his team through tactical platform product development. Noe holds a Doctor of Management from Colorado Technical University. He began giving back to the academic community by teaching online courses and publishing articles about software development and general technology topics in several professional magazines. Noe holds several IT, UX, and Project Management certifications.

Dr. Noe Lorona is an Army officer currently serving as a platform engineer for the Army where he plans, develops and deploys cloud architecture to support Agile application development. He later transitioned to to become a platform product manager w... Show more

Dr. Tareq Genedy is a leadership, governance and organizational excellence expert with more than 25 years of professional experience across executive education, consulting and university teaching. He has delivered leadership, performance, governance, customer experience and artificial intelligence programmes for public- and private-sector organizations across the Middle East, Europe, and Africa.

He has taught MBA and undergraduate learners at several universities in the UAE and combines academic insight with practical organizational experience. His work focuses on building institutional readiness, responsible autonomy, accountability and sustainable performance.

Dr. Tareq is the author of *How Excellence Builds Autonomy*, which explores how governance, trust, capability and organizational maturity enable responsible empowerment. He is also the Founder and CEO of iSkills Consultancy FZE LLC in Dubai.

Dr. Tareq Genedy is a leadership, governance and organizational excellence expert with more than 25 years of professional experience across executive education, consulting and university teaching. He has delivered leadership, performance, governance,... Show more

Anthea Armar has been the person in the room with something to say and no voice to say it with. That experience shaped everything she does now.

She's the founder of Amarkai Group and creator of the A.C.T. framework, a psychology-first approach to speaking confidence. With over 20 years in learning and development, the last four have been focused specifically on one problem: why capable professionals freeze the moment visibility is required.

Anthea has worked with organisations including Network Rail and Women in Rail, delivering keynotes and programmes that address speaking anxiety at the root rather than layering technique on top of a problem that runs deeper.

Her talks are direct, story-led and built to give audiences a starting point they can act on immediately, not just a moment of inspiration that fades by Monday.

Anthea Armar has been the person in the room with something to say and no voice to say it with. That experience shaped everything she does now. She's the founder of Amarkai Group and creator of the A.C.T. framework, a psychology-first approach to ... Show more

Zack Knight is the founder of ATLVets (Advancing The Line for Veterans), a nonprofit organization dedicated to helping veterans successfully transition from military service to civilian life through leadership development, professional networking, entrepreneurship, and community engagement.
A former police officer, Army infantry officer, entrepreneur, author, speaker, and business leader, Zack has built his career around a commitment to service. Following a medical retirement from the military, he experienced firsthand many of the challenges veterans face when transitioning to civilian life—redefining purpose, building new professional relationships, and navigating an unfamiliar path forward.
Rather than allowing those challenges to become obstacles, Zack transformed them into a mission. He founded ATLVets to provide veterans with the resources, connections, and support he wished had existed during his own transition. Today, the organization serves as a trusted community where veterans can find opportunities, develop professionally, and build meaningful relationships that extend far beyond their military service.
Through his leadership, advocacy, and dedication to helping others succeed, Zack has become a respected voice in the veteran and business communities. His work demonstrates that trust is not built through titles or credentials—it is earned through authenticity, shared experiences, and a genuine commitment to serving others.

Zack Knight is the founder of ATLVets (Advancing The Line for Veterans), a nonprofit organization dedicated to helping veterans successfully transition from military service to civilian life through leadership development, professional networking, en... Show more

Yino Diaz is a Dutch-Colombian social entrepreneur, speaker, and founder of Niños del Futuro, a community-driven organization in Medellín that helps young people build their futures through entrepreneurship, leadership, and opportunity.

After rebuilding his own life and moving to Colombia in 2019 to reconnect with his roots, Yino discovered that lasting transformation rarely begins with advice. It begins with experiences that change how people see themselves, others, and the world around them.

Over the past several years, he has developed initiatives including Chefs del Futuro, Barberos del Futuro, and Kicks4Kids, mentored vulnerable youth in Colombia and the Netherlands, coached adults searching for purpose, created the Between Worlds conversation card deck, and designed immersive experiences that connect volunteers, founders, educators, and organizations with communities they might otherwise never encounter.

His work sits at the intersection of leadership, service, storytelling, community building, and social entrepreneurship. Rather than delivering motivation or abstract theory, Yino shares practical frameworks shaped by years of building organizations where trust, belonging, and ownership become the foundation for lasting change.

Whether speaking to founders, educators, nonprofit leaders, governments, students, or corporate teams, Yino challenges audiences to rethink what leadership looks like in today’s world. His sessions combine powerful stories with practical tools that people can apply immediately to build stronger teams, more connected communities, and lives driven by purpose.

At the heart of every keynote is one central question:

How do we design experiences that transform people, not just inform them?

Yino Diaz is a Dutch-Colombian social entrepreneur, speaker, and founder of Niños del Futuro, a community-driven organization in Medellín that helps young people build their futures through entrepreneurship, leadership, and opportunity. After rebu... Show more

Dr Mamet Amfo-Brobbey, EdD, is an educator, researcher, speaker, and founder of First Pick Education. With more than 20 years of experience in international education, she specialises in teaching and learning, learner agency, assessment, and educational leadership.

Her doctoral research explored the use of heutagogic instruction to foster learner agency and promote agentic engagement, examining how classroom design can empower learners to take greater ownership of their learning. A triple-science teacher, examiner, and staff trainer, she works with educators and school leaders to translate educational research into practical strategies that develop independent, self-directed learners.

Dr Amfo-Brobbey is also an award-winning public speaker and author, known for making complex educational ideas accessible, actionable, and impactful for teachers, leaders, and learners.

Dr Mamet Amfo-Brobbey, EdD, is an educator, researcher, speaker, and founder of First Pick Education. With more than 20 years of experience in international education, she specialises in teaching and learning, learner agency, assessment, and educatio... Show more

Dr. Vincent Chiew, a founder of Axis Cogni-Solve Limited. The company provide “Peace of Mind” consulting and professional development solutions. He has over 35 years of experience in global security, engineering, business transformation, project management, quality, safety, AI, and IT. This includes practically all critical infrastructure sectors, from enterprise to industrial and military industries. He has also taught at vocational centers, colleges, and universities up to the postgraduate level. He enjoys Ballroom, Latin, and Country Western dancing with his wife socially.

Dr. Vincent Chiew, a founder of Axis Cogni-Solve Limited. The company provide “Peace of Mind” consulting and professional development solutions. He has over 35 years of experience in global security, engineering, business transformation, project mana... Show more

Amol Omprakash Agrawal is a multi-award-winning educator, AI mentor, and edupreneur with 10+ years of experience spanning student mentorship, skill training, and startup leadership. As the Director of T.I.M.E. Pvt Ltd (Akola) and the visionary behind Shiksha Sahyog, PhD Café & Restro, and Disha Yatra – A Skill Initiative, Amol has trained over 11,500+ students, delivered 90+ expert sessions, and organized impactful outreach in both urban and rural India.

He specializes in AI for Education & Career Counselling, ChatGPT, Microsoft Copilot, and Azure AI tools, and has built a niche in using emerging technologies to boost learning, mentoring, and productivity. Amol is also a certified career counsellor with iDream Career, a mentor at WE Hub (Govt. of Telangana), MentorX, and a Startup World Cup advisor, guiding youth, women entrepreneurs, and early-stage ventures globally.

A recipient of the AICTE Leadership Excellence Award, Amol has been a speaker at prestigious forums such as the Capital Networking Conference (MAX POG 2025) and Jagriti Yatra 2024, where he spoke on “AI for Nation Building.” He’s also featured on podcasts, national webinars, and mentored hundreds of underprivileged students through leadership and soft skills programs.

Currently pursuing his PhD, and with academic credentials in MBA, LLB, and D.Pharm, Amol blends technology, education, and purpose-led impact—making him a sought-after voice in AI-powered education, youth skilling, and entrepreneurial innovation.

Amol Omprakash Agrawal is a multi-award-winning educator, AI mentor, and edupreneur with 10+ years of experience spanning student mentorship, skill training, and startup leadership. As the Director of T.I.M.E. Pvt Ltd (Akola) and the visionary behind... Show more

Charles Crosbie is a Senior Product Manager at the Terry Fox Research Institute, where he leads high-impact digital initiatives at the intersection of product strategy, advanced technology, and healthcare innovation. A seasoned speaker and thought leader, Charles excels at translating complex technical architectures, from AI frameworks to massive digital media and data infrastructure—into scalable, real-world solutions that drive meaningful organizational change.

With extensive experience addressing executive audiences and policy makers, Charles is a frequent voice at major industry events. His recent speaking engagements include executive roundtables and interviews at the Flower AI Summit in London, delivering keynotes on emerging technology trends, and serving as an expert panelist at a recent Innovation Summit on Parliament Hill in Ottawa.

Charles’s ability to bridge the gap between technical execution and high-level strategy has also made him a trusted presenter for government and diplomatic audiences, including past presentations for the Trade Commissioner Service Secretariat. He brings a pragmatic, forward-thinking perspective to every stage, empowering teams and stakeholders to successfully navigate the future of digital transformation.

Charles Crosbie is a Senior Product Manager at the Terry Fox Research Institute, where he leads high-impact digital initiatives at the intersection of product strategy, advanced technology, and healthcare innovation. A seasoned speaker and thought le... Show more

Ian Knight is an independent consultant specializing in digital transformation for government and public institutions. His wins include moving a 500-person survey process from email to a single platform, using generative AI to evaluate an $8 million federal program, and replacing an NGO's Rolodex and spreadsheet system with a centralized CRM. Raised in Montana, Ian has worked with Montana nonprofits and the federal government at the U.S. Department of State and U.S. Embassy in Mongolia. He is a member of the Council on Foreign Relations Young Professional Briefing Series, a 2025 World Bank Youth Summit Delegate, and a recipient of the U.S. Department of State's Citizen Diplomacy Award. Ian holds a Master of Public Administration and a B.A. in Political Science.

Ian Knight is an independent consultant specializing in digital transformation for government and public institutions. His wins include moving a 500-person survey process from email to a single platform, using generative AI to evaluate an $8 million ... Show more

Manuel Dolderer is an economist, edupreneur, and advocate for transformative learning. He co-founded CODE University of Applied Sciences in Berlin in 2017 and served as its founding president until 2023, building an innovative learning environment based on curiosity-driven, project-based education.
Manuel studied economics, philosophy, and cultural studies at Witten/Herdecke University, and has now returned to his Alma Mater as project lead transformation.
As a keynote speaker, advisor and entrepreneur he is dedicated to redesigning learning for human agency in the age of AI.

Manuel Dolderer is an economist, edupreneur, and advocate for transformative learning. He co-founded CODE University of Applied Sciences in Berlin in 2017 and served as its founding president until 2023, building an innovative learning environment ba... Show more

Gül Akcaova is the lead futurist at SURF - the cooperative for ICT in (higher) education and research in the Netherlands, and the National Education & Research Network. With a keen fascination for IT innovation in education and research, she explores in her role the potential impact of new technologies and emerging concepts on education and research. Her background in management studies provides her with the ability to approach developments from various angles.

Gül Akcaova is the lead futurist at SURF - the cooperative for ICT in (higher) education and research in the Netherlands, and the National Education & Research Network. With a keen fascination for IT innovation in education and research, she explores... Show more

I am an AI Product Manager / Team Lead at Natural Resources Canada working at the intersection of AI and GeoScience. I have a Master’s in Machine Learning from Mila and the University of Montréal, Canada.

In the past year, I have won the following awards:

* Winner of the Next Generation Leader of the Year award by The Women in IT Summit & Awards Series
* Rising Star awardee by Womxn in Data Science
* One of the awardees for WeaveSphere Developer 30 Under 30 of Canada
* Runner-up in the ‘Outstanding in AI - Young AI Role Model of the Year' - North America by Women in AI

During my time at Amazon Web Services (AWS) - Textract, I worked on Model-based Noisy Annotation Detection and Correction. Previously, I was a Machine Learning Engineer at a fast-paced startup, Shipmnts. There, in the span of 2.5 years, I built an AI-Powered Document Understanding Platform to automate paperwork involved in global supply chains. Prior to that, I was a Research Trainee at the Indian Space Research Organisation (ISRO) where I worked in the Smart-cities Mission of India. I hold a Bachelor’s in Information and Communication Technology from Ahmedabad University, India.

I am passionate about tech & community, and my journey has led me to become an international speaker, one of the youngest Google Developers Experts in AI and GCP around the globe. To date, I have spoken at 30+ conferences and have trained 40k+ professionals and students in ML, DL, TensorFlow, and GCP. I have always been curious about the human brain’s functionality and want to tweak its neural circuits! 🧠 👩‍💻

Talk to me about Technology, Finance, Art, Travel, and Entrepreneurship! 💖

Learn. Apply. Share. Repeat.

I am an AI Product Manager / Team Lead at Natural Resources Canada working at the intersection of AI and GeoScience. I have a Master’s in Machine Learning from Mila and the University of Montréal, Canada. In the past year, I have won the following... Show more