Renee G. Carr, EdD is multilingual, including Spanish, French, and Greek. She is a trainer, and consultant with over 10 years of training experience, successful managing in hybrid, on-site, and virtual environments. She successfully trained adults on social-emotional learning curriculum across the country, presented at multiple conferences, and provided training of researchers at a government contractor. Her experience includes training interpreters, registration staff, law students, and other participants on federal programs.

The premise of her first book Accountability in the Classroom: Using Social-Emotional Learning to Guide School Improvement came from her dissertation topic, and it was published in 2021. The idea behind her second book Kids Before Content: An Educator's Guide on Social-Emotional Learning Competencies came from both her dissertation and her experiences with recommending a pilot social-emotional learning program.

Renee G. Carr, EdD is multilingual, including Spanish, French, and Greek. She is a trainer, and consultant with over 10 years of training experience, successful managing in hybrid, on-site, and virtual environments. She successfully trained adults on... Show more

Ananya R is a visionary leader in the realm of technology and community empowerment, currently serving as the Global Community Manager at She Loves Tech, the acceleration platform for women in technology. With a passion for building inclusive ecosystems, Ananya is committed to fostering greater visibility, creating funding opportunities, and nurturing a supportive community for women in technology worldwide.

Ananya's journey in community building and advocacy traces back to her impactful role as the Community Manager at Google Developers India. Here, she took charge of over 500 Google Developer Student Clubs (GDSC) spanning across 180+ cities. In this capacity, Ananya orchestrated strategies to expand the GDSC network, meticulously nurturing relationships with student leads to their learning journeys and professional growth. Her strategic efforts led to a remarkable increase in diversity within GDSC, ensuring that women and underrepresented groups found their voices and avenues for advancement in the tech community.

Fuelled by her unwavering commitment to Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion (DEI), Ananya serves as an #IamRemarkable Gold Facilitator. Her dedication to uplifting women in technology is epitomized by her pivotal role as the driving force behind the Women in Tech wing at Tinkerhub foundation. Through this groundbreaking initiative, Ananya created a nurturing and inclusive platform, Tink-Her-Hack1.0, Kerala's largest women's hackathon. This transformative event not only bridged the gender gap in technology but also empowered thousands of women to showcase their skills, creativity, and potential. Under Ananya's leadership,

Ananya's impact extends beyond her professional accolades; she is a beacon of inspiration and change in the tech community. Her Tedx and other riveting talks and thought-provoking insights have graced various institutions and platforms, inspiring countless individuals to pursue their dreams in technology.

In recognition of her unwavering dedication, Ananya has been honored with the Outstanding Women in Engineering Award 2018 in Kerala, a testament to her exemplary contributions to the field.Through her leadership, mentorship, and advocacy, Ananya R is driving positive change and paving the way for a more inclusive and equitable tech industry.

Ananya R is a visionary leader in the realm of technology and community empowerment, currently serving as the Global Community Manager at She Loves Tech, the acceleration platform for women in technology. With a passion for building inclusive ecosyst... Show more

Artemis Bear (they/them) lost faith in our system of government working in climate policy in the 2000s and is committed to co-creating new structures for rapid, pragmatic systemic change. They founded The Garden, an innovative education project, in 2016, which centres young people's rights and has been a laboratory for the building blocks of an emergent culture that is fairer and freer. They also co-ordinate the Freedom to Learn network and co-produce community cabaret SCRiTCH.

Artemis Bear (they/them) lost faith in our system of government working in climate policy in the 2000s and is committed to co-creating new structures for rapid, pragmatic systemic change. They founded The Garden, an innovative education project, in 2... Show more

Over the past 15 years, Keith Schumacher has become recognized as one of the leading voices in father engagement in the educational setting. Keith did not enter the educational arena as a teacher or principal, he came in as a dad. As the father of two adopted daughters and the husband of a teacher, he quickly recognized the absence of other dads participating in family engagement activities at the local school. He also noticed that there were few, if any male role models among school staff members.
After initially being turned away from the PTA, he learned about the Watch D.O.G.S. program and proposed it to the principal of his local school. He quickly became a leader in father engagement at the local, and then state and national level. He served for ten years as a National Family and Community Engagement Coordinator with the Watch D.O.G.S. (Dads of Great Students) organization. This was done while simultaneously serving as a senior captain with the Atlanta Fire-Rescue Department. Upon his retirement from Atlanta Fire-Rescue in 2019, he began serving full-time with the All Pro Dad Chapters program and did so for four and a half years.
In these roles, Keith has spoken at hundreds of state and national conferences including the American Association of School Administrators, National PTA, American School Counselors Association and the National Association for Family, School and Community Engagement. Keith has literally worked with hundreds of local schools and school districts in overcoming the traditional stereotypes of fathers and perceived their lack of engagement in local schools.
In 2023, Keith launched The National Alliance for Father Friendly Schools. This nonprofit organization serves as a resource for training and information on father friendly practices and programs for local schools and school districts. NAFFS can direct school administrators in more actively engaging all family members but, especially being inclusive of fathers and father figures.
Keith is working to create a culture and environment in which schools provide a welcoming and inclusive environment where fathers regularly engage and participate in the daily activities of local schools. This includes supporting students who do not have an easily recognizable father figure in their life as well.
As a national leader, Keith’s goal is to give every child an opportunity to have strong positive role models leading them to the greatest success possible.

Over the past 15 years, Keith Schumacher has become recognized as one of the leading voices in father engagement in the educational setting. Keith did not enter the educational arena as a teacher or principal, he came in as a dad. As the father of tw... Show more

Ann Cammaro is the Founder and CEO of Antarexxa Space Global, a pioneering organization dedicated to bridging the gap between spacefaring nations and emerging space countries based in Bali, Indonesia. As a passionate space advocate, educator, and strategist, Ann has championed space advocacy since 2014, expanding her impact globally through Antarexxa since 2020. Under her leadership, the company has delivered space education programs virtually to participants across 76 countries and 67 cities in Indonesia, inspiring youth, educators, and professionals to cultivate interest in the New Space economy and pursue careers in the growing space industry; most importantly to leverage space technology to improve quality of life on Earth and address global challenges.

With over a decade of experience in marketing and communication, strategic international business development, government relations, and multi-stakeholder project coordination, Ann brings a unique blend of expertise to the space sector. Her work spans industries such as infrastructure, education, cybersecurity, aerospace and defense, renewable energy, biotechnology, and environmental conservation, with a proven track record in intergovernmental and interagency collaboration.

Ann is deeply committed to fostering international collaboration, workforce development, and diversity in STEAM fields, with a focus on empowering local talent in Indonesia and beyond. Her initiatives include international study space tours, championing local teams for international competitions, and connecting Indonesian talents with global opportunities in space exploration and industry. Ann’s vision is to create a future where emerging nations play a pivotal role in shaping the space ecosystem, from Earth to the Moon and beyond.

Currently serving as a NASA Harvard-Smithsonian SciX Lead Ambassador for 2025-2027, her primary role is to promote scientific literacy and encourage academic contributions to space exploration. Ann is also the spokesperson for the recently established Indonesia Space Association, advocating for Indonesia's strategic development as a significant global space player in the near future.

Ann Cammaro is the Founder and CEO of Antarexxa Space Global, a pioneering organization dedicated to bridging the gap between spacefaring nations and emerging space countries based in Bali, Indonesia. As a passionate space advocate, educator, and str... Show more

Seit 2018 arbeitet Alessandra Reß im E-Learning-Support verschiedener rheinland-pfälzischer Hochschulen, seit 2024 an der Hochschule Koblenz. Ihre Schwerpunkte liegen in den Bereichen OER, KI und digitale Barrierefreiheit. Daneben ist sie als Autorin und Redakteurin tätig.

Seit 2018 arbeitet Alessandra Reß im E-Learning-Support verschiedener rheinland-pfälzischer Hochschulen, seit 2024 an der Hochschule Koblenz. Ihre Schwerpunkte liegen in den Bereichen OER, KI und digitale Barrierefreiheit. Daneben ist sie als Autori... Show more

Intersectional journalist (female, first family academic living with disability and migrational background) who turned into a Scrum Master and Diversity Trainer (with 3 years of practice) loves to entertain you with humor and a holistic, positive perspective. After 20 years in journalism and being a leader for 3 years, I realized that my mindset was always agile and I went into IT in 2022. Being there, I saw that all things revolve around two things: psychological safety and belonging.

Intersectional journalist (female, first family academic living with disability and migrational background) who turned into a Scrum Master and Diversity Trainer (with 3 years of practice) loves to entertain you with humor and a holistic, positive per... Show more

Wissenschaftlicher Mitarbeiter Zukünftebildung und 4FutureLabs

Wie sehen wünschenswerte Zukünfte aus? Wie können wir eine lebensdienliche Wirtschaft und nachhaltige Gesellschaft gestalten? Welchen Beitrag kann Bildung leisten, um die Krisen unserer Zeit zu bewältigen?

Als Wissenschaftlicher Mitarbeiter im Bereich der Zukünftebildung und 4FutureLabs unter der Leitung von Prof. Dr. Silja Graupe an der HfGG suche ich nach wirkungsvollen Antworten auf diese Fragestellungen. Mich beschäftigen insbesondere die Zusammenhänge und Potenziale zwischen Transformativer Bildung, Zukünftebildung und Futures Literacy. Mithilfe der 4FutureLabs forsche ich zu diesen Themen in der Hochschulbildung im Bachelor & Master, in der Schulbildung und in zivilgesellschaftlichen Kontexten.

Wissenschaftlicher Mitarbeiter Zukünftebildung und 4FutureLabs Wie sehen wünschenswerte Zukünfte aus? Wie können wir eine lebensdienliche Wirtschaft und nachhaltige Gesellschaft gestalten? Welchen Beitrag kann Bildung leisten, um die Krisen unsere... Show more

Passionate Technologist | Developer Advocate (Aspiring) | Speaker

A results-driven software engineer with a strong background in Java, Spring Boot, REST APIs, and SQL, now expanding expertise into emerging technologies, cloud computing, DevOps, and AI/ML. With a keen interest in developer advocacy, I am committed to bridging the gap between technology and community by sharing insights, building projects, and delivering impactful talks.

Experienced in designing and implementing scalable applications, collaborating with cross-functional teams, and leveraging modern software development practices. I strive to empower developers by sharing knowledge and fostering innovation.

🔹 Areas of Interest: Java, Cloud Technologies (AWS/Azure/GCP), DevOps, Kubernetes, Microservices, Open Source, AI/ML, Developer Relations (DevRel)
🔹 Looking for Speaking Opportunities on: Software Engineering Best Practices, Emerging Tech Trends, Open Source, Developer Productivity

Passionate Technologist | Developer Advocate (Aspiring) | Speaker A results-driven software engineer with a strong background in Java, Spring Boot, REST APIs, and SQL, now expanding expertise into emerging technologies, cloud computing, DevOps, an... Show more

Kidnapped at gunpoint and held for ransom, Chidi Iwuchukwu lives to share his remarkable journey from overcoming harrowing life experiences to becoming a bestselling author and community leader. Having survived a terrifying kidnapping and battled cancer, Chidi has not only thrived but has also become a No.1 International bestselling author, Coach and a beacon in his community. Chidi Iwuchukwu is the P.R.O. (Persistent, Resilient and Optimistic) guy. He is the No1. International bestselling author of Coming To Canada: The Ultimate Success Guide for New Immigrants and Travelers. He uses his personal story, highlighting a variety of harrowing life experiences and transitions along the way including surviving a brutal kidnapping for ransom experience and battling cancer, to illustrate how to transform trials into triumphs. He has been featured on Fox, NBC, CBS, and ABC. He was nominated for the Star of Alberta Award in 2021 and for the Alberta Newcomer Champion Award 2022. In March of 2024, Chidi won the Toastmasters’ International Speech Contest for Area C 13 and Division C. Chidi is also an accomplished and humorous Master of Ceremony and events host.

Kidnapped at gunpoint and held for ransom, Chidi Iwuchukwu lives to share his remarkable journey from overcoming harrowing life experiences to becoming a bestselling author and community leader. Having survived a terrifying kidnapping and battled can... Show more

As the State of Michigan’s Office of Future Mobility and Electrification’s (OFME) mobility innovation associate director, Janine is focused on growing Michigan’s mobility and electrification ecosystem and creating safer, more equitable and environmentally conscious transportation solutions for Michigan residents. Janine leads innovation growth initiatives at OFME including signature grant programs under the Michigan Mobility Funding Platform (MMFP) and state-wide testing assets. In addition to managing MMFP, she facilitates industry collaboration through various working groups convening subject matter experts to identify challenges in the state and develop solutions.

Prior to joining OFME, Janine was an associate director leading the mobility practice at Antenna Group, a leading cleantech communications agency. In this role, Janine focused on strategy development, media relations, and project management across account teams. Janine’s client experience spans product launches, company rebrands, high-profile public and private partnerships, market entries and crisis management. Her areas of expertise include advanced transportation infrastructure, autonomous vehicles, battery technology and growth-focused programs including incubators and accelerators.

Additionally, Janine previously led the overall b2b and b2c marketing communications strategy for Shift Transit, a mobility operations startup focusing on first/last-mile micromobiltiy solutions. Janine has also held multiple positions at leading automotive b2b publication, Automotive News including integrated marketing manager and conference specialist. While at Automotive News Janine planned and executed large-scale conferences and events for industry executives as well as integrated marketing campaigns and custom content for industry partners. In 2019, Janine was honored with the Automotive News Tony Merpi Award for Leadership & Innovation for her efforts in streamlining cross-functional processes.

A longtime cycling enthusiast and advocate, she is passionate about helping organizations develop accessible and equitable mobility solutions. Janine holds a Bachelor of Science in Communication and Marketing from Eastern Michigan University and lives on the eastside of Detroit.

As the State of Michigan’s Office of Future Mobility and Electrification’s (OFME) mobility innovation associate director, Janine is focused on growing Michigan’s mobility and electrification ecosystem and creating safer, more equitable and environmen... Show more

Academic background:
1990-1995 Engineer Technical computer science
2005-2007 M.B.A. Human Ressource Management
2008-2010 M.Eng. Renewable Energier
2008-2012 PhD Project Management in the Middle East

Professional background:
1990 - today Entrepreneur founded 16 companies mainly in the IT and software industry
2013 - 2020 Professor for Business computing - Agile and project management
2020 - 2028 Elected as deputy mayor by the city council of Hannover

Academic background: 1990-1995 Engineer Technical computer science 2005-2007 M.B.A. Human Ressource Management 2008-2010 M.Eng. Renewable Energier 2008-2012 PhD Project Management in the Middle East Professional background: 1990 - today Entre... Show more

Greg Saunders is a Disciplined Agile Senior Scrum Master and PMP serving at the Army and Air Force Exchange Service, the Exchange, which is a $7B international retailer for America’s Soldiers, Airmen, and Guardians. He’s currently the manager of the Exchange’s Program and Project Portfolio Governance office, setting policy for and managing a $511M portfolio of 90 programs, projects, and initiatives. Previously at the Exchange he 1) served as PMO head with a team of 22, 2) served as the lead PM for the Exchange’s largest program—replacing the accounting systems; 3) worked with PM, governance, and system analyst leads to architect the transformation of the Exchange’s program management approach; 4) served as the systems portfolio manager of 51 primary HR, payroll, & data warehouse systems; and 5) served as the PMO head for a 16-person team managing a $150M portfolio of 60 projects. Prior to joining the Exchange, he ran a $2.5M/year business in a top-tier consultant firm. During his USAF career he re-established the Denver-based Air Reserve Personnel Center’s (ARPC) PMO; led the upgrade to ARPC’s portion of the Air Force Personnel Center’s call center that supports over 6 million reservists, retirees, and their surviving spouses; and as a colonel at the Pentagon served as both the USAF Reserves Comptroller and the Reservist to the AF CIO Director for Cyberspace Capabilities and Compliance, overseeing a team of 60 managing the USAF’s cyberspace capabilities, policy, and compliance. Over his 36-year career he has also become a Certified Agile Practitioner, been certified in ITIL Foundation, and been certified by the Air Force as a Lean, Six Sigma Black Belt.

Greg Saunders is a Disciplined Agile Senior Scrum Master and PMP serving at the Army and Air Force Exchange Service, the Exchange, which is a $7B international retailer for America’s Soldiers, Airmen, and Guardians. He’s currently the manager of the... Show more

Stephanie has led digital transformation and change programmes and advised on automation for some of the largest organisations in health and social care. Stephanie worked for Microsoft from 2022-2025. She advises on transformation programmes for the UK national health service (NHS) across citizen health, patient enablement, clinical employee experience, innovation and AI.

She is a true enthusiast of artificial intelligence (AI) and automation. With a career deeply rooted in AI transformation, Stephanie has become a well-known voice in the AI community. She loves sharing her insights and making complex topics easy to understand for everyone.

Stephanie's expertise spans a wide range of AI and automation topics, from machine learning to robotic process automation and the ethical considerations of AI. Her knack for breaking down complicated concepts into engaging and relatable content

Stephanie founded several initiatives including Bletchley AI User Group, where she supports and celebrates emerging talents in the AI space.

When she's not on stage, Stephanie enjoys travel, and is actively involved in women in STEM.

Stephanie has led digital transformation and change programmes and advised on automation for some of the largest organisations in health and social care. Stephanie worked for Microsoft from 2022-2025. She advises on transformation programmes for the ... Show more

Founder, Snarful Solutions Group | Data & Analytics Leader | Speaker & Educator

Matt Williams is a seasoned leader in data analytics, technology strategy, and business intelligence with over 20 years of experience driving innovation in healthcare, finance, and technology sectors. As the Founder of Snarful Solutions Group, Matt specializes in micro-engagements, helping organizations leverage industry expertise in a flexible, impactful way. His work spans data strategy, analytics leadership, and IT governance, serving clients from non-profits to fintech startups and state agencies.

Beyond consulting, Matt is an adjunct faculty member at CSU Sacramento, teaching graduate coursework in healthcare IT, and a former board chair at Peach Tree Health, where he played a pivotal role in strategic oversight. A frequent conference speaker and industry thought leader, Matt is known for making complex data and technology concepts accessible, engaging, and actionable.

Matt's true strength is blending technical expertise with leadership acumen in a approachable way. Whether on stage or in the boardroom, he delivers insightful, pragmatic solutions that drive results.

Founder, Snarful Solutions Group | Data & Analytics Leader | Speaker & Educator Matt Williams is a seasoned leader in data analytics, technology strategy, and business intelligence with over 20 years of experience driving innovation in healthcare,... Show more

Prof.Dr.Ergul Demir is an expert in the field of educational measurement and evaluation, with a particular focus on psychometric modelling, item response theory, data analysis (both quantitative and qualitative), and, more recently, educational and psychological data science.

Prof.Dr.Ergul Demir is an expert in the field of educational measurement and evaluation, with a particular focus on psychometric modelling, item response theory, data analysis (both quantitative and qualitative), and, more recently, educational and p... Show more

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

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

Sidrah Hassan is a passionate AI Ethicist on a mission to shape technology for the greater good. With a background spanning across user research and product management Sidrah is dedicated to championing ethical design and implementation. Beyond her role as an AI Ethics Consultant at AND Digital, Sidrah also creates social media content for the BBC, shedding light on both the promises and pitfalls of AI. Through her work, she inspires others to envision a future where AI uplifts humanity and does not hinder it.

Sidrah Hassan is a passionate AI Ethicist on a mission to shape technology for the greater good. With a background spanning across user research and product management Sidrah is dedicated to championing ethical design and implementation. Beyond her r... Show more

Joe Fecarotta has been part of Agile since 2007, moving from development to project management and then ultimately agile coaching. He's used to working in large organizations such as Boeing, Accenture, and HP to bring agility and value. Frustrated by his inability to change large systems, Joe decided to get a Masters Degree in Organizational Development in 2008 and it changed him instead. Now he works in applying good change management techniques in helping organizations with their work through a generally positive disposition and a lot of coffee.

Joe Fecarotta has been part of Agile since 2007, moving from development to project management and then ultimately agile coaching. He's used to working in large organizations such as Boeing, Accenture, and HP to bring agility and value. Frustrated by... Show more

Dr. Anna Marie is a highly accomplished professional with over 20 years of experience in human health and mindset. She holds a Ph.D. in Natural Medicine, is certified as a Brain Health Professional, and has expertise in naturopathy and herbalism. She is a published author of the personal growth book, STOP BULLYING YOURSELF. She is also the host of the HAPPY WHOLE YOU Podcast. As the founder of Happy Whole You, she is dedicated to empowering individuals to reclaim their psychological and physical well-being naturally. Her personal healing journey has enhanced her professional prowess, and she continues to seek ways to inspire others to pursue their dreams and live well-rounded lives. Driven by her passion to unlock her clients' full potential, Dr. Anna Marie is actively accepting speaking engagements, workshops, and podcast guest appearances for 2025. Connect with her virtually or in person and follow her on social media. For more information, email Admin@HappyWholeYou.com

Dr. Anna Marie is a highly accomplished professional with over 20 years of experience in human health and mindset. She holds a Ph.D. in Natural Medicine, is certified as a Brain Health Professional, and has expertise in naturopathy and herbalism. She... Show more

D. Bolar is a dynamic speaker and accomplished sales executive with over a decade of experience in the tech industry. As a SLED Account Executive at UiPath, D. specializes in automation, AI, and process mining, helping public sector organizations achieve digital transformation and operational excellence.

D.’s thought leadership has been featured on some of the world’s most prestigious stages, including Open Source Summit, AfroTech, KubeCon, and NXME—a leading digital tech, design, and AI conference in Dubai. With expertise in advancing diversity in technology sales, selling emerging technologies to complex buyers, and leveraging automation to address critical challenges, D. inspires audiences with actionable insights and innovative strategies.

A passionate advocate for equity and innovation in tech, D. is committed to empowering the next generation of technology leaders. Outside of work, D. enjoys Pilates, adventurous ski trips with a son, Tristan, and savoring chai tea lattes.

D. Bolar is a dynamic speaker and accomplished sales executive with over a decade of experience in the tech industry. As a SLED Account Executive at UiPath, D. specializes in automation, AI, and process mining, helping public sector organizations ach... Show more

Svetlana Dimovski, Ph.D., ICF-PCC, NBC-HWC, is a professional executive coach, Kellogg Executive Scholar in Leadership, and Chopra Center Certified Instructor in Primordial Sound Meditation

Svetlana Dimovski, Ph.D., ICF-PCC, NBC-HWC, is a professional executive coach, Kellogg Executive Scholar in Leadership, and Chopra Center Certified Instructor in Primordial Sound Meditation Show more

Melanie Stütz ist KI-Unternehmerin, Digital-Beirätin und Co-Autorin der FAZ-Buchreihe: "Frauen schaffen Zukunft". Ihre Karriere startete sie bei Microsoft und Siemens. Für ihr erstes eigenes Unternehmen überquerte sie mit ihrem Mann im Rahmen der ARD-Koproduktion Weltflug.tv fünf Kontinente in einem "fliegenden Auto". Als CEO von IDEASCANNER, Europas größtem privat finanzierten Forschungsprojekt zu Erfolgsfaktoren von Unternehmen, demokratisiert sie das Hoheitswissen erfolgreicher Wagniskapitalgeber:innen mit KI. Als eine der "Top 50 Thought Leaders in AI" ist sie als Keynote Speakerin vom Digitalgipfel bis zum Green AI Day aktiv. Seit 2023 ist sie European Climate Pact Ambassador und unterstützt mit IDEASCANNER, dem AI Co-Entrepreneur, die Skalierung grüner Ideen für den Green Deal.

Melanie Stütz ist KI-Unternehmerin, Digital-Beirätin und Co-Autorin der FAZ-Buchreihe: "Frauen schaffen Zukunft". Ihre Karriere startete sie bei Microsoft und Siemens. Für ihr erstes eigenes Unternehmen überquerte sie mit ihrem Mann im Rahmen der ARD... Show more

Currently leading technical team.
I was a full-stack developer for 20 years in both large and small companies.
Over the last 8 years, my focus has shifted to leadership, organizational culture, advocating for "entry-level" profiles, light and inverted hierarchies, comprehensive work flexibility, and working in companies that prioritize people.

Currently leading technical team. I was a full-stack developer for 20 years in both large and small companies. Over the last 8 years, my focus has shifted to leadership, organizational culture, advocating for "entry-level" profiles, light and inver... Show more

Matt “Mohawk” Denny is a Marine veteran, neurodivergent brand builder, marketer, and community connector passionate about amplifying diverse voices in open source. As the CNCF Marketing Committee Co-Chair and advocate for non-coding contributors, he helps projects like in-toto and Witness thrive through creative outreach, webinars, and mentorship. Matt’s mission is to show everyone they have a place in open source, no code required.

Matt “Mohawk” Denny is a Marine veteran, neurodivergent brand builder, marketer, and community connector passionate about amplifying diverse voices in open source. As the CNCF Marketing Committee Co-Chair and advocate for non-coding contributors, he ... 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

Girish Senapati has 25 years of experience in leading system design, development, and delivery of large, complex SI transformation engagements with diverse responsibilities. Mr. Senapati’s experience has been focused on leading teams building Customer-centric public portals and automating the policies, rules, case management processes, and technology transformation of various welfare programs in an Integrated Eligibility environment across seven (7) different states NM, NC, OH, VA, CT, MI, and CA, resulting in the successful implementation of the IT projects involving multi-agency changes, Customer-centric experience, reduced processing time to benefits received, and streamlining of processes and automation.

Girish Senapati has 25 years of experience in leading system design, development, and delivery of large, complex SI transformation engagements with diverse responsibilities. Mr. Senapati’s experience has been focused on leading teams building Custome... Show more