Avi has been involved in the Drupal Community since 2008. He volunteers as the lead of MidCamp and on the Event Organizer Working Group Board. His work focuses on large-scale Drupal implementations for high-ed and non-profits.

Avi has been involved in the Drupal Community since 2008. He volunteers as the lead of MidCamp and on the Event Organizer Working Group Board. His work focuses on large-scale Drupal implementations for high-ed and non-profits. Show more

Eshan Chattaraj has his 10+ years of experience in professional industry both in Govt and private leading MNCs comprising the area of Android Development and Python Data Analytics. Eshan is also a public Speaker in where he has been invited in many prestigious oganisations and institutions like AICTE, Niser, IISER, NIT and IITs, ISI and most of the Tier 1 Colleges. Eshan is also a Research Scholar in the field of Android, ML/AI. Institutions tagged with him are like IIT, Kharagpur and The Institution of Engineers (India). Some of the Prestigious Clients he made contributions are Google, Microsoft, Wipro Tech, Capgemini, Coca-Cola, United Health, Optum, Shaadi.com, MagicBricks, Fittr etc.
He done his graduation in Computer Science Engineering and Legal background at Corporate Laws. He has given talk in prestigious organisations like IIT/IIM, IISER, NISER, ATAL, AICTE divisional, Hackathon, ISI, Atomic Research, Law Societies and GDG etc
He has been awarded and recognized from Govt of India and CID, WB

Eshan Chattaraj has his 10+ years of experience in professional industry both in Govt and private leading MNCs comprising the area of Android Development and Python Data Analytics. Eshan is also a public Speaker in where he has been invited in many p... Show more

Eric Burden is an IT Sr Consultant with NTT DATA Services, currently serving as the Data Conversion and Reporting lead for the state of Arkansas' CCWIS project. In this role, Eric blends his Social Work experience and deep technical know-how to ensure timely delivery and development of an effective child welfare information system. Prior to this, Eric worked with the United Way of the Mid-South (Memphis) on their Driving the Dream Initiative, aimed at deploying a shared client referral and database platform to break down service silos in the Memphis social service sector. Prior to that, he served as the Director of Data Reporting for Mississippi’s Department of Child Protection Services. Eric combines his technical expertise with his education in social work (MSW from Jackson State University) to engage process improvement from people to systems. On a personal note, Eric and his wife have two children (a son and a daughter) and a very spoiled dog. They enjoy spending time in the great outdoors, hiking, kayaking, playing in creeks, finding bugs, and gardening.

Eric Burden is an IT Sr Consultant with NTT DATA Services, currently serving as the Data Conversion and Reporting lead for the state of Arkansas' CCWIS project. In this role, Eric blends his Social Work experience and deep technical know-how to ensur... Show more

Armagan is the founder of Coyotiv GmbH, and is currently on a mission to bring a scalable and nimble engineering culture to startups and enterprises.

A software architect well versed in both the backend and frontend systems, he focuses on building resilient cloud systems. He loves open source and is the author of cote, a library for building microservices with Node.js, among many others. In his free time, he loves to hack stuff with JavaScript, ranging from musical gadgets to brain signals processing.

Armagan is a public speaker, a mentor and a lecturer. He also leads Lonca, a software craftspersonship school for women engineers, and teaches JavaScript at Coyotiv School of Software Engineering.

Armagan is the founder of Coyotiv GmbH, and is currently on a mission to bring a scalable and nimble engineering culture to startups and enterprises. A software architect well versed in both the backend and frontend systems, he focuses on building... Show more

Jen Kramer has been teaching & practicing web design for over 20 years. Most recently, she is a Lecturer at Harvard University Extension School in the Master's of Liberal Arts in Digital Media Design program, where she teaches five courses per year on front-end web development. She's also a prolific video author, creating over 40 training courses for LinkedIn Learning/Lynda.com, Frontend Masters, O'Reilly Media, and others. She earned her MS in Internet Strategy Management from Marlboro College.

Jen Kramer has been teaching & practicing web design for over 20 years. Most recently, she is a Lecturer at Harvard University Extension School in the Master's of Liberal Arts in Digital Media Design program, where she teaches five courses per year o... Show more

Agiliste depuis 10 ans
Spécialisée dans la transformation numérique, l’innovation en contextes complexes, accompagnement des changements. Coach auprès de dirigeants.
Expertise secteur public.

Agiliste depuis 10 ans Spécialisée dans la transformation numérique, l’innovation en contextes complexes, accompagnement des changements. Coach auprès de dirigeants. Expertise secteur public. Show more

Clarence Maeng is an empathetic Civic Technologist that focuses on driving excellence through humility, humor, and meaningful relationships. He has a 13 year track record of successfully steering high-visibility, high-risk, high-impact government programs by coaching teams to care just as much about how things get delivered as what gets delivered.

Clarence Maeng is an empathetic Civic Technologist that focuses on driving excellence through humility, humor, and meaningful relationships. He has a 13 year track record of successfully steering high-visibility, high-risk, high-impact government pro... Show more

As a Consulting Cybersecurity Engineer for MicroAge, Jared partners with clients to help them identify product solutions that match their cybersecurity governance, risk and compliance objectives. He enjoys educating and advocating for a successful cybersecurity practice by focusing on client success. Jared brings a wealth of experience in content filtering, cybersecurity operations, and military service to help put clients on the path to success.

As a Consulting Cybersecurity Engineer for MicroAge, Jared partners with clients to help them identify product solutions that match their cybersecurity governance, risk and compliance objectives. He enjoys educating and advocating for a successful cy... Show more

State of Minnesota Department of Human Services

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Vann Jones is a transgender political analyst, community organizer, educator, and caretaker, born and raised in the East Bay Area. Vann got his start in working towards community care at the age of 12 when he became heavily involved in the Castro Valley Unified School District, fighting for LGBTQ+ inclusion and education at every grade level. He is proudly a first-generation college student, graduating from the University of California, Santa Cruz with highest honors in Feminist Studies and the History of Art & Visual Culture. During his time in college, he published and presented his own research and educational website on transmasculine reproduction which has become a staple in transgender health care across the UC system, and is now permanently preserved by the GLBT Historical Society. He has collaborated with a plethora of renowned organizations and activists both while still in college and after graduating. Vann has experience working both at the California State Capitol in Sacramento as a legislative intern and on The Hill in Washington, D.C. as a policy & field intern for the National LGBTQ+ Task Force and a journalism intern for internationally acclaimed reporter Erin Reed. Throughout his life, Vann has worked with and lobbied at every level of government in order to help pass progressive legislation on a wide variety of intersectional issues in order to protect our most vulnerable.

Vann Jones is a transgender political analyst, community organizer, educator, and caretaker, born and raised in the East Bay Area. Vann got his start in working towards community care at the age of 12 when he became heavily involved in the Castro Val... Show more

With over seven years of experience in employee engagement, DEI (Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion), social impact, and event management, I have dedicated my career to fostering inclusive and supportive workplace environments. I graduated from San Jose State University with a Master's in Communication Studies, during which I focused my thesis on Cancer Prognostic Conversations between Latino(a) patients and their healthcare providers. This research deepened my understanding of the disparities in health communication and further ignited my passion for advocating for underrepresented communities. I continue to conduct research supporting diverse populations in healthcare.

Throughout my career, I have successfully designed and implemented initiatives promoting diversity and creating a sense of employee belonging. I believe that a strong company culture not only enhances employee satisfaction but also drives innovation and productivity. My experience includes leading workshops, organizing community outreach programs, and collaborating with various stakeholders to build systems that uplift marginalized voices.

In my free time, I enjoy exploring different cultures through travel, engaging in community events, and spending time with family and friends. I aim to continue making meaningful contributions in the workplace and the broader community, championing practices that lead to a more equitable future for all.

With over seven years of experience in employee engagement, DEI (Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion), social impact, and event management, I have dedicated my career to fostering inclusive and supportive workplace environments. I graduated from San Jos... Show more

A creative, enthusiastic, Marketing Executive highly regarded for planning and leading comprehensive marketing strategies in support of business goals and objectives. Innovative leader with expertise in developing and executing national marketing programs resulting in proven gains in both revenue and brand recognition. Demonstrated success driving growth of target markets by analyzing market data and business trends and developing strategic plans to ensure corporate objectives are achieved. Leader with excellent communication skills proven by the ability to successfully manage large campaigns while managing individuals with very diverse backgrounds.

A creative, enthusiastic, Marketing Executive highly regarded for planning and leading comprehensive marketing strategies in support of business goals and objectives. Innovative leader with expertise in developing and executing national marketing pro... Show more

Kaleb has over 15 years of experience in educational technology and IT, supporting learning environments in higher education and K-12. Currently a Senior Educational Technologist at MIT, he oversees the Residential Open edX platform, providing training, managing system upgrades, and improving teaching and learning outcomes for MIT students and faculty.

Kaleb has over 15 years of experience in educational technology and IT, supporting learning environments in higher education and K-12. Currently a Senior Educational Technologist at MIT, he oversees the Residential Open edX platform, providing traini... Show more

Samia leads the pre sales and delivery of large scale and complex security projects across a diverse portfolio of financial services clients. Samia is passionate about encouraging people from diverse backgrounds into technology careers. She does this by providing mentoring sessions, guest lectures to university courses and helping to lead D&I initiatives.

Samia leads the pre sales and delivery of large scale and complex security projects across a diverse portfolio of financial services clients. Samia is passionate about encouraging people from diverse backgrounds into technology careers. She does this... Show more

Allison currently works as the Training and Development Manager at Michigan State University, designing division-wide onboarding programs, leading training initiatives, and supporting HR learning needs. She has been working in the corporate training field for eight years and previously served as a middle and high school teacher and has experience in performance data coordination. Outside of work she enjoys storytelling, exploring new places with her family and sleeping. She is a Certified Human Resources Specialist (CHRS) and holds certifications in Designing for Elearning, Mental Health First Aid, Secondary English Education Teaching Certification, English Language Development, and QPR Instructor.

Allison currently works as the Training and Development Manager at Michigan State University, designing division-wide onboarding programs, leading training initiatives, and supporting HR learning needs. She has been working in the corporate training ... Show more

Education Researcher & Lecturer 👨‍🏫
@HSGStGallen 🇨🇭 | Researching #educationaltheory #educationalmyths #educationalmedia | Enjoying #highered #sustainability #openscience

🧠#PKM Nerd using #ObsidianMD

#Hochschuldidaktik #Hochschullehre #Nachhaltigkeit #Erziehung #Bildung #Lehren #Lernen #Evidence #Misconceptions #Bildungsmedien #Videos #PKM #OER #sotl #academicdevelopment

Education Researcher & Lecturer 👨‍🏫 @HSGStGallen 🇨🇭 | Researching #educationaltheory #educationalmyths #educationalmedia | Enjoying #highered #sustainability #openscience 🧠#PKM Nerd using #ObsidianMD #Hochschuldidaktik #Hochschullehre #Na... Show more

Kristian is an accomplished Senior CRM Consultant with a passion for technology and a solution-oriented approach. He is a visionary, always on the lookout for new opportunities and dedicated to sharing his valuable insights with others. His extensive experience with projects of implementeting Customer Service Omnichannel Voice.

With a proven track record in the information technology and services sector, Kristian has been instrumental in helping organizations transition from fragmented data silos to cloud-based CRM systems. His expertise lies in streamlining processes, enhancing customer engagement, and driving growth through the power of customer experience.

Kristian's dedication has helped numerous organizations achieve CRM excellence, making him a sought-after expert in his field. "I'm looking foreward to share knowledge and insights about".

Kristian is an accomplished Senior CRM Consultant with a passion for technology and a solution-oriented approach. He is a visionary, always on the lookout for new opportunities and dedicated to sharing his valuable insights with others. His extensiv... Show more

Gerente de Produtos na Dataprev, Palestrante e Especialista em Gerenciamento de Projetos pela FGV. Gerente de projetos de TI com experiência no desenvolvimento, homologação e implantação de software de grande porte e complexidade para o Instituto Nacional do Seguro Social (INSS) desde 2009 atuando com equipes distribuídas entre Santa Catarina, Ceará e Rio de Janeiro.
Um dos líderes da Transformação Digital do INSS trabalhando diretamente no simulador de aposentadorias disponível no App MeuINSS e nos projetos de concessão automática de benefícios.
Experiência em gerenciamento de projeto ágeis e projetos com metodologias tradicionais (PMBOK), análise de negócio, mapeamento de processos e requisitos de sistema.

Gerente de Produtos na Dataprev, Palestrante e Especialista em Gerenciamento de Projetos pela FGV. Gerente de projetos de TI com experiência no desenvolvimento, homologação e implantação de software de grande porte e complexidade para o Instituto... Show more

Eveline is a seasoned product leader and growth expert with over a decade of experience in Berlin's startup ecosystem. While she helped build companies like Blinkist, Foodora, and Foodpanda, she now focuses her expertise as Head of Product at STAYERY, redefining Product Management in the hospitality industry. She's also a founding member of Mozza Angels, Europe's first product-led angel investment syndicate, and was honoured with the TOP30 Women in Product Award in 2023.

Eveline is a seasoned product leader and growth expert with over a decade of experience in Berlin's startup ecosystem. While she helped build companies like Blinkist, Foodora, and Foodpanda, she now focuses her expertise as Head of Product at STAYERY... Show more

With over 7 years of experience as a Scrum Master and Product Manager, Kateryna has worked with global clients like NASDAQ, Ericsson, and Volvo, delivering impactful projects. Certified in PSM1 and SAFe 5.1 Agilist, she drives both business value and customer satisfaction through her leadership.

As a mentor in the Women in Tech global program, Kateryna helps empower the next generation of female tech leaders. She is also ranked in the Top 1% of Product Management mentors on ADPList, sharing expertise to support professional growth.

With over 7 years of experience as a Scrum Master and Product Manager, Kateryna has worked with global clients like NASDAQ, Ericsson, and Volvo, delivering impactful projects. Certified in PSM1 and SAFe 5.1 Agilist, she drives both business value and... Show more

As the Chief Learning Officer at StoryIQ, Diedre combines her love of data and strategic thinking with creating engaging learning experiences. With over eighteen years of teaching and facilitating experience, Diedre brings enthusiasm and a unique ability to make complex concepts accessible and relatable to all. Diedre’s expertise allows her to call upon a deep knowledge of communicating data and data-driven strategy to senior leaders and key stakeholders across industries and verticals.

As the Chief Learning Officer at StoryIQ, Diedre combines her love of data and strategic thinking with creating engaging learning experiences. With over eighteen years of teaching and facilitating experience, Diedre brings enthusiasm and a unique abi... Show more

Dr. Thorsten Braun is a sociologist and higher education developer for teaching and learning at the University of Stuttgart, Centre for Higher Education and Lifelong Learning. His activities focus on teacher training, instructional design and coaching for faculty staff with special emphasis on Education for Sustainable Development. His research is concerned with conditions and prerequisites for study success.

Dr. Thorsten Braun is a sociologist and higher education developer for teaching and learning at the University of Stuttgart, Centre for Higher Education and Lifelong Learning. His activities focus on teacher training, instructional design and coachin... Show more

As a dynamic leader with extensive experience in global business strategy and technology program management, I've excelled in cultivating strategic partnerships and driving technological innovations. My tenure as Global Partner Development Manager at Microsoft showcased my ability to maximize market growth and foster key relationships.
With over a decade of experience spanning retail, consumer goods, and biotechnology, I've consistently led successful projects and initiatives. My roles as Global Product Manager at USPS and Project Consultant at Boston Scientific further demonstrate my versatility and impact across industries.

My core strengths include strategic leadership, project management, and stakeholder engagement. I excel at developing and executing comprehensive business plans, optimizing operations, and leveraging technology to drive growth and efficiency.

Beyond my professional achievements, I'm deeply committed to social justice and equity, as evidenced by my leadership roles in Blacks at Microsoft and the DMV Social Justice & Equity initiative. I'm passionate about the intersection of technology, healthcare, and policy, and aim to drive meaningful change in these sectors.

As a dynamic leader with extensive experience in global business strategy and technology program management, I've excelled in cultivating strategic partnerships and driving technological innovations. My tenure as Global Partner Development Manager at... Show more

Formado em engenharia elétrica pela UTFPR, com MBA em Liderança, Inovação e Gestão 4.0 pela PUCRS e mestrando em Políticas Públicas e Desenvolvimento no IPEA, atuei por 6 anos na Central de Compras do Ministério da Economia na criação e implantação de modelos de compras centralizadas e atualmente Assessor Técnico na Diretoria de Integridade do Ministério da Saúde. Fui vencedor do 22º Concurso de Inovação no Setor Público da ENAP pela criação do TáxiGov, serviço de transporte de servidores com uso de aplicativo. Fui parte da banca julgadora de diversos concursos de inovação na administração pública. Sou facilitador do curso "Como Inovar em Compras Públicas" na ENAP, redator voluntário no Centro de Lideranças Públicas (CLP) onde falo sobre inovação e compras públicas, atuo como mentor voluntário para trainees em gestão pública na Vetor Brasil. Coautor do livro "Terceirização na Administração Pública", realizo estudos acadêmicos sobre inovação e modernização do Estado.

Formado em engenharia elétrica pela UTFPR, com MBA em Liderança, Inovação e Gestão 4.0 pela PUCRS e mestrando em Políticas Públicas e Desenvolvimento no IPEA, atuei por 6 anos na Central de Compras do Ministério da Economia na criação e implantação d... Show more

Estudió la licenciatura en matemáticas en la Universidad de Guadalajara, después ingresó a la maestría en ciencias de la computación en el Centro de Investigación y de Estudios Avanzados del IPN (CINVESTAV) unidad Guadalajara, en donde también realizó su doctorado en ciencias con especialidad en robótica y visión computacional.

Actualmente esta trabajando en la empresa Intel en la habilitación de características de procesadores Intel en diferentes distribuciones de Linux. También es docente del Instituto Tecnológico de Jalisco unidad académica de Zapopan.

Por su afición a Linux sus compañeros lo conocen como miguelinux.

Estudió la licenciatura en matemáticas en la Universidad de Guadalajara, después ingresó a la maestría en ciencias de la computación en el Centro de Investigación y de Estudios Avanzados del IPN (CINVESTAV) unidad Guadalajara, en donde también realiz... Show more

Joe Peluso is a Georgia-born engineer, adventurer, and lifelong learner blending Industrial Engineering, Computer Science, and city planning to drive community improvement and build a brighter future for all.

Joe Peluso is a Georgia-born engineer, adventurer, and lifelong learner blending Industrial Engineering, Computer Science, and city planning to drive community improvement and build a brighter future for all. Show more

Evelyn Rivas is a dedicated leader with a passion for fostering community engagement, education, and sustainability. With extensive experience in facilitation and strategic planning, Evelyn plays a pivotal role in higher education by driving key initiatives forward and overseeing process improvements. In her role, she focuses on enhancing service to students and the community, building a strong organizational culture, and streamlining processes to improve institutional effectiveness.

Evelyn Rivas is a dedicated leader with a passion for fostering community engagement, education, and sustainability. With extensive experience in facilitation and strategic planning, Evelyn plays a pivotal role in higher education by driving key init... Show more

Anja Lorenz ist Instructional Designerin am Institut für Interaktive Systeme an der Technischen Hochschule Lübeck. Nach ihrem Studium der Medieninformatik an der Technischen Universität Dresden setzte sie ihre wissenschaftlichen Schwerpunkte in den Bereichen E-Learning, Social Media und Open Education. Seit 2013 entwickelt und erforscht sie MOOCs in unterschiedlichen Formaten und engagiert sich für OER und Open Access. Sie hofft, dass die Internetkompetenz im Wissenschaftsbetrieb bald dafür sorgt, dass sie keine Vitas mehr schreiben muss.

Anja Lorenz ist Instructional Designerin am Institut für Interaktive Systeme an der Technischen Hochschule Lübeck. Nach ihrem Studium der Medieninformatik an der Technischen Universität Dresden setzte sie ihre wissenschaftlichen Schwerpunkte in den B... Show more

Jared Arms, partners with over 50 companies across the nation that help pursue the goal of reducing gun violence and promote STEM skills in the African American community.

After losing more than ten close friends due to gun violence, Jared motivated himself to learn to program in order to build an application which centralizes the obituaries of those who died due to gun violence. Jared used the experience to create Kylar.io, an Onchain NFT Marketing Platform.

Kylar.io has helped hundreds of students within St. Louis, MO to learn how to build websites and mobile apps while also pursuing its core mission to decrease gun violence by increasing STEM awareness.

Jared Arms, partners with over 50 companies across the nation that help pursue the goal of reducing gun violence and promote STEM skills in the African American community. After losing more than ten close friends due to gun violence, Jared motivat... Show more

Katrina R. Johnson, EMBA
Founder & Chief Executive Officer
Horizon Outreach

Ms. Johnson is Founder & Chief Executive Officer of Horizon Outreach, a non-profit 501 (c) 3 organization that she founded in February 2010. Horizon Outreach’s mission is “Giving Everyone A New Start”. Various programs are offered that provide employment, workforce development, re-entry services, housing assistance as well as fatherhood and parenting education.
Ms. Johnson is a veteran of the United States Air Force and a 2008 Executive MBA graduate of Auburn University who is passionate about serving the community! She has over 15 years’ experience overseeing a high-quality Healthy Marriage and Responsible Fatherhood Program and 17 years of corporate finance experience managing over $320 million dollars in oil and gas projects. She is a sought after keynote speaker for college commencement ceremonies in her local area; always delivering inspirational messages to students.
Under Ms. Johnson’s leadership, Horizon Outreach has secured over $14 Million Dollars in federal and private funding to improve the lives of families through responsible fatherhood programming and services to reduce homelessness among military and non-military families. In total 11,500 families and individuals have been serviced; this number includes 8,000 fathers and 3,500 military veterans.
The Horizon Eagle Fatherhood Program provides fathers in the Houston and Greenspoint area with A NEW START by providing fatherhood education, workforce development training and industry-recognized credentials in Forklift, Flagger, Commercial Truck Driving and the Transportation Worker’s Identification Card (TWIC) thus enabling fathers to sustain their families.
Additionally, Horizon Outreach has been recognized for its tremendous impact on the Houston Community in: reducing recidivism for re-entry fathers and homelessness among veteran families and increasing access to permanent and affordable housing to vulnerable populations. Accolades received include: Congressional Certificate of Recognition, City of Houston designations for Horizon Eagle Day & Horizon Outreach Day and Mayoral Recognition for reducing homelessness among the veteran community.
On a national level, The Horizon Eagle Fatherhood Program won the “Earkle Award” for Elevated Session Attendance from the Office of Family Assistance for the Horizon Eagle Program.
As a community leader, she faithfully served as A Team Captain for the Annual Homeless Count conducted by the Houston Homeless Coalition where she supervised over 500 volunteers who canvased the streets of Houston to identify and increase access to housing for homeless veterans, families and children.
Ms. Johnson enjoys serving others, traveling and spending time with her family.

Katrina R. Johnson, EMBA Founder & Chief Executive Officer Horizon Outreach Ms. Johnson is Founder & Chief Executive Officer of Horizon Outreach, a non-profit 501 (c) 3 organization that she founded in February 2010. Horizon Outreach’s mission ... Show more