Government, Social Sector & Education

Valued individuals involved in shaping public policies, providing essential services, and promoting education, tirelessly looking to improve society and empower citizens

Dr. Roland Nolte

Dr. Roland Nolte

Dr. Roland Nolte is an international leadership expert and keynote speaker with over 13 years of experience leading global teams of hundreds and even thousands. His focus: restoring humanity as the true driver of motivation, collaboration, and sustainable success in organizations. As the founder of re:HUMAN, he combines practical leadership insights with the latest findings from psychology, sociology, and organizational research.

Beyond the stage, Roland lives what he teaches: as a father of four, a farm owner, and someone who understands stress not from theory but from real life. His keynotes inspire leaders and organizations to build trust, foster resilience, and achieve clarity in times of uncertainty. With his mix of academic depth and personal authenticity, he empowers audiences to navigate the future of work with confidence and humanity.

Dr. Roland Nolte is an international leadership expert and keynote speaker with over 13 years of experience leading global teams of hundreds and even thousands. His focus: restoring humanity as the true driver of motivation, collaboration, and sustai... Show more

Anna Miller

Anna Miller

Anna is the Founder of Second Careers, a career consultancy for tech talent that provides online courses and personalized coaching to guide career changers to land jobs in tech. After working 10+ yrs in tech, and going through 7 job searches, she launched Second Careers, supporting career changers to navigate the job search process to launch new careers in tech.

Anna is the Founder of Second Careers, a career consultancy for tech talent that provides online courses and personalized coaching to guide career changers to land jobs in tech. After working 10+ yrs in tech, and going through 7 job searches, she lau... Show more

Gursimar Singh

Gursimar Singh

Gursimar, a Consultant and Google Developer Educator, is dedicated to empowering individuals through Education, Mentorship, and Open-Source. As an author for freeCodeCamp and Top Contributor, he shares his expertise globally. He's a sought-after speaker at international conferences and universities, fostering a culture of learning. His passion lies in mentoring others, evident in his roles as a Section Leader for Code in Place and Google Cloud Facilitator.

Gursimar, a Consultant and Google Developer Educator, is dedicated to empowering individuals through Education, Mentorship, and Open-Source. As an author for freeCodeCamp and Top Contributor, he shares his expertise globally. He's a sought-after spea... Show more

Dr. Jennifer Elemen

Dr. Jennifer Elemen

Dr. Jennifer Elemen is an award-winning education leader, writer and speaker who designs and facilitates professional learning.

Dr. Jennifer Elemen is an award-winning education leader, writer and speaker who designs and facilitates professional learning. Show more

Dr. Jennifer Elemen

Dr. Jennifer Elemen

Dr. Jennifer Elemen is an award-winning education leader, writer and speaker who designs and facilitates professional learning.

Dr. Jennifer Elemen is an award-winning education leader, writer and speaker who designs and facilitates professional learning. Show more

Kartikey Srivastava

Kartikey Srivastava

Kartikey Srivastava is Manager, EU Projects at SEMI Europe, where he focuses on Erasmus+ and Horizon Europe–aligned initiatives across the European semiconductor ecosystem. Currently co-ordinating Erasmus+ project at SEMI Europe, with responsibility for project delivery, stakeholder coordination, and work package oversight across industry, academia, and policy partners. Background in communications and strategy, bringing a structured and people-aware approach to managing complex consortia in international environments. He holds an MBA from ESMT Berlin, and a Master’s degree in International Political Economy from King’s College London.

Kartikey Srivastava is Manager, EU Projects at SEMI Europe, where he focuses on Erasmus+ and Horizon Europe–aligned initiatives across the European semiconductor ecosystem. Currently co-ordinating Erasmus+ project at SEMI Europe, with responsibility ... Show more

Simon Collins

Simon Collins

SB Collins (he/they) is a resilience facilitator and speaker with Resilient Insight Consulting, specializing in the Insight to Wellbeing framework. His professional background includes work as an American Sign Language interpreter, nonprofit operations director, and senior planner in local government—roles that required navigating complex human dynamics, high stress, and constant change.

SB discovered the Insight to Wellbeing program while working with formerly incarcerated individuals and found the experience profoundly transformative. Inspired by its impact, he became a certified facilitator dedicated to helping others uncover their own capacity for resilience and clarity. Today, SB works with organizations and individuals to help them better understand the role of thought in shaping experience, unlocking new possibilities for performance, wellbeing, and leadership.

SB Collins (he/they) is a resilience facilitator and speaker with Resilient Insight Consulting, specializing in the Insight to Wellbeing framework. His professional background includes work as an American Sign Language interpreter, nonprofit operatio... Show more

Ashley Bodnar

Ashley Bodnar

Ashley Bodnar is an experienced educator from Vancouver, BC, Canada, and is passionate about innovative teaching and learning practices. With over ten years of experience in the field of education, Ashley holds a Masters in Administration and Leadership. She was recently awarded the 2023 Prime Minister's Teaching Excellence Award: Certificate of Achievement for her work in implementing inquiry-based learning, collaborative learning, mindfulness, and core competency practices in her classroom.

Ashley Bodnar is an experienced educator from Vancouver, BC, Canada, and is passionate about innovative teaching and learning practices. With over ten years of experience in the field of education, Ashley holds a Masters in Administration and Leaders... Show more

Indira Ceylan

Indira Ceylan

Indira Ceylan ist seit 2021 wissenschaftliche Mitarbeiterin an der Hochschule Niederrhein in Mönchengladbach. Als Teil des eLearning-Teams möchte sie digitales Lernen, Lehren und Prüfen nachhaltig verbessern. Zielgerichtetes Vernetzen und Vermitteln zwischen unterschiedlichen Disziplinen und Perspektiven ist ihre Priorität im Projektmanagement. Von 2021-2023 war Sie Teil des Projekts Harness.nrw. Von 2010-2021 hat Indira in den USA gelebt und gearbeitet, die meiste Zeit für das Wisconsin Center for Education Research an der University of Wisconsin-Madison. Indira hat einen B.A. in European Studies und einen LL.M. in Globalisation and Law. Sie ist zertifizierte Project Management Professional (PMP).

Indira Ceylan ist seit 2021 wissenschaftliche Mitarbeiterin an der Hochschule Niederrhein in Mönchengladbach. Als Teil des eLearning-Teams möchte sie digitales Lernen, Lehren und Prüfen nachhaltig verbessern. Zielgerichtetes Vernetzen und Vermitteln ... Show more

Saikumar Swarnapudi

Saikumar Swarnapudi

Hi! I’m Saikumar Swarnapudi, an engineer and community leader with a deep interest in AI, and Community Building. Currently, I serve as a Founding Engineer – AI at Vertx, where I’m building AI models and automation systems.

My journey blends hands-on engineering with a love for sharing knowledge. As a community leader, I’ve had the privilege of delivering sessions, leading hackathons, and mentoring students and developers across India. I’ve also been part of organizing flagship events like Google I/O Extended, DevFest, Azure AI Influencer Day, and the IEEE CIS Summer School.

I actively contribute to communities through leadership roles in Google Developer Groups, IEEE, and more, believing strongly in the power of collaboration, mentorship, and building inclusive tech ecosystems.

Hi! I’m Saikumar Swarnapudi, an engineer and community leader with a deep interest in AI, and Community Building. Currently, I serve as a Founding Engineer – AI at Vertx, where I’m building AI models and automation systems. My journey blends hands... Show more

Sara Peña

Sara Peña

Ingeniera en Electrónica y Comunicación.
Actualmente soy consultora a nivel privado para institución privada y de gobierno.
Profesora en Tecnología Educativa en la Academia Interamericana de Panamá.
Coordinadora de Proyectos Tecnología en FUNDADER

Ingeniera en Electrónica y Comunicación. Actualmente soy consultora a nivel privado para institución privada y de gobierno. Profesora en Tecnología Educativa en la Academia Interamericana de Panamá. Coordinadora de Proyectos Tecnología en FUNDADER... Show more

Clementine Gribble

Clementine Gribble

Clementine is a powerful and growing industry voice, advocating for lifelong learning for those embracing a career on the mainframe. A long-time member of the mainframe community, she has been with Interskill Learning since starting in our development office during her university placement. Today, she is the backbone of our customer success in EMEAA, championing impactful learning experiences that drive organisational success and professional growth. With a proven track record of driving skills development for organisations of all sizes, she brings a passion for education to every workplace she interacts with. She has a deep understanding of Learning Management Systems (LMS), learning analytics, and the IBM mainframe, enabling her to provide strategic guidance and support to clients. Recognising the need for practical learning solutions, she helps clients balance corporate objectives of efficiency and value with educational solutions that inspire and educate.

Clementine thrives at the intersection of technology, professional development, and customer engagement. Outside of work, Clementine is an avid SCUBA diver who loves exploring the wonderful waters of Britain and beyond.

Clementine is a powerful and growing industry voice, advocating for lifelong learning for those embracing a career on the mainframe. A long-time member of the mainframe community, she has been with Interskill Learning since starting in our developmen... Show more

Emeka Boris Ama

Emeka Boris Ama

Data Scientist enthusiast, Co-Organiser of Pydata Port Harcourt and Team Lead at Port Harcourt School of Ai

Data Scientist enthusiast, Co-Organiser of Pydata Port Harcourt and Team Lead at Port Harcourt School of Ai Show more

Jason Scott Quinn

Jason Scott Quinn

I’m a NYC-based professional actor, improv comedian, and adjunct instructor. I’ve appeared in theatres all over the country performing in everything from Shakespeare to Neil Simon to Shrek: The Musical. You may have even seen me dancing in my underwear on One Tree Hill or co-starring in commercials with NASCAR driver Jeff Gordon or the Roaming Gnome. Improv comedy is my passion and I can be seen making audiences, my scene partners, and myself laugh regularly at some of the best and worst improv shows in New York City.

As an educator, I have taught Acting, Improvisation, Public Speaking, Communication Studies at too many colleges to mention. I also teach and coach acting, improv, and applied improv for theatres, private groups, and individuals, and in the corporate space.

I’m known at Collegiate Empowerment for connecting with participants from the toughest mandatory audiences to passionate student leaders to coaching participants through my comedy, passion, high energy, and enthusiasm. Within CE, I’m known for focusing on what students want and need, being a kickass teammate and making weird faces during team meetings.

I’m a NYC-based professional actor, improv comedian, and adjunct instructor. I’ve appeared in theatres all over the country performing in everything from Shakespeare to Neil Simon to Shrek: The Musical. You may have even seen me dancing in my underwe... Show more

Christelle Scharff

Christelle Scharff

Dr. Christelle Scharff is a Professor of Computer Science and Associate Dean at Pace University in NY. She has a Ph.D. in Symbolic Artificial Intelligence (Theorem Proving and Automated Deduction) from INRIA, the French National Institute for Research in Digital Science and Technology. She published more than 30 papers in artificial intelligence, mobile for social change and global software engineering. She was awarded grants from NSF, IBM, Microsoft, and Google. She taught in France, Senegal, Benin, Cambodia and Vietnam. She was a US Fulbright scholar in Senegal in 2012 and 2019. Parallelly, Christelle is serial entrepreneur. She is the co-founder of the mJangale coding school (https://mjangale.com) that focuses on introducing youths to coding in Senegal.

Dr. Christelle Scharff is a Professor of Computer Science and Associate Dean at Pace University in NY. She has a Ph.D. in Symbolic Artificial Intelligence (Theorem Proving and Automated Deduction) from INRIA, the French National Institute for Researc... Show more

Tim Goree

Tim Goree

In a world where technology evolves at breakneck speed, Tim Goree stands at the crossroads of Education, Business, Technology, and Leadership, guiding both novices and professionals through the intricate landscape of modern tech. With a rich background in technology consulting and a passion for making complex concepts accessible to all, Tim is a beacon for those seeking to understand the future of technology and its impact on our lives.

As a seasoned speaker, Tim has a knack for demystifying AI for non-technical audiences, elucidating its significance in everyday life and the pivotal role it plays in shaping our future. He dives deep into the heart of how AI can revolutionize the way we learn, teach, and think about education, highlighting practical applications that can address the challenges faced by today's schools and foster a culture of innovation and inclusivity.

Drawing from his experience as a technology leader and IT mentor, Tim Goree provides invaluable insights into IT leadership in the digital age. He believes in leadership that is not just about managing technology but inspiring teams and keeping them accountable to big visions. His talks offer a roadmap for IT professionals aiming to enhance their leadership skills and for organizations striving to cultivate a forward-thinking IT culture.

Beyond the podium, Tim is dedicated to mentoring the next generation of technology leaders, emphasizing the importance of women in tech and advocating for diversity of thought in technical fields. He champions the idea that a successful technology career is accessible to everyone, with the right guidance and opportunities.

Speaking Topics:
- AI Made Simple: Unraveling Artificial Intelligence for Non-Technical Audiences
- The Future of Learning: How AI is Transforming Education and School Culture
- What's Wrong with Schools and How to Fix It: The Disconnect Between What Schools Say and What They Do
- Leading in IT: Essential Leadership Skills for the Digital Age
- Mentorship Programs: The Key to Growth and Diversity in the Technology Field

With a unique blend of expertise, empathy, and enthusiasm, Tim Goree invites you to join him on a journey to explore the intersections of education, business, technology, and leadership. Whether you're an educator looking to innovate, an IT professional seeking to lead, or simply curious about the future of technology, Tim's sessions are a beacon of knowledge and inspiration.

In a world where technology evolves at breakneck speed, Tim Goree stands at the crossroads of Education, Business, Technology, and Leadership, guiding both novices and professionals through the intricate landscape of modern tech. With a rich backgrou... Show more

Ishita Narsiker

Ishita Narsiker

Ishita is a sanctions data engineer at Bloomberg working at the intersection of technology, global regulation, and geopolitics. She holds a Master’s degree in Computer Science from the University of Glasgow and has experience across business intelligence and software engineering with prior roles at Amazon and J.P. Morgan. Alongside her industry work - Ishita is a Women Techmakers Ambassador and a Google Developer Group organiser - contributing to tech communities through advocacy, speaking engagements, mentorship, and hosting events with a focus on bridging the gap between education and industry to make careers in technology navigable for students and early career professionals.

Ishita is a sanctions data engineer at Bloomberg working at the intersection of technology, global regulation, and geopolitics. She holds a Master’s degree in Computer Science from the University of Glasgow and has experience across business intellig... Show more

Michael Allison

Michael Allison

Michael Allison, is a U.S. Marine Purple Heart Veteran, award-winning entrepreneur, best-selling author, and international keynote speaker. A globally recognized expert in identity-driven leadership and organizational resilience, Michael transforms adversity into strategic advantage. Over two decades, he has led Marines in combat, managed multi-million-dollar government projects, directed higher-ed programs, and scaled an INC 5000 franchise to successful exit. Michael equips leaders and teams to break internal limitations, guard energy, and thrive under pressure. His signature frameworks—Break The Bottle and Protect The House—blend combat-tested leadership, trauma-informed coaching, and enterprise execution discipline. Michael has delivered transformational keynotes, workshops, and consulting for world-class organizations globally. He empowers professionals to align technical brilliance with human resilience and lead with clarity, creativity, and conviction.

Michael Allison, is a U.S. Marine Purple Heart Veteran, award-winning entrepreneur, best-selling author, and international keynote speaker. A globally recognized expert in identity-driven leadership and organizational resilience, Michael transforms a... Show more

Sabina Basariyeva

Sabina Basariyeva

Originally from Azerbaijan, Sabina currently lives and works in Amsterdam.

Has been immersed in tech startup environment for 7+ years, ex-founder and social entrepreneur. Global Head of Relations at the largest startup accelerator in Europe, Startupbootcamp. Was a co-founder of Metasouls, membership onboarding women to Web3, AI and other skills of the future, and SheNFT, its series of events. Mentors early-stage startups.

A big part of her Web3 journey is advocating and promoting the idea women in tech across conferences and communities all over the world. Other speaking topics of expertise include personal brand development, entering Web3 as a non-tech person and insights from the venture capital and startup industry.

Originally from Azerbaijan, Sabina currently lives and works in Amsterdam. Has been immersed in tech startup environment for 7+ years, ex-founder and social entrepreneur. Global Head of Relations at the largest startup accelerator in Europe, Start... Show more

Megan Potter

Megan Potter

Megan is a career fundraiser with 20+ years international experience. Delivering growth strategies, programs and leading teams. Extensive experience in capital and capacity campaigns, mega and major gifts, bequests, partnerships, community and events fundraising.

Megan is a career fundraiser with 20+ years international experience. Delivering growth strategies, programs and leading teams. Extensive experience in capital and capacity campaigns, mega and major gifts, bequests, partnerships, community and events... Show more

Frances Sun

Frances Sun

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

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

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

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

Hilary Nicole Ivy

Hilary Nicole Ivy

Hilary Nicole Ivy is a systems thinker, storyteller, and scavenger of strange data. She teaches data analytics and geospatial technologies, leveraging Python, SQL, and satellite imagery. On her off time, she writes speculative fiction and maps imaginary worlds.

Hilary’s career has included adversarial testing of AI at Google, where she led ethical investigations into AI systems, and the Department of Homeland Security, where she tracked fraud across global networks. She’s built adversarial datasets, taught machines to see bias, and helped humans see patterns in the noise.

Now based in Vermont, Hilary teaches at the Community College of Vermont and works as a Business Process Analyst at Vermont State Colleges. She founded Betty Ivy Reads a narrative‑driven data literacy and STEM education platform that helps time‑strapped
faculty deliver engaging, project‑based data science curriculum while protecting academic integrity. She recently returned to school to study studio art, adding visual storytelling to her toolkit of code, maps, and myth.

Hilary Nicole Ivy is a systems thinker, storyteller, and scavenger of strange data. She teaches data analytics and geospatial technologies, leveraging Python, SQL, and satellite imagery. On her off time, she writes speculative fiction and maps imagin... Show more

Vinay Sati

Vinay Sati

I am a cybersecurity professional with a proven track record of identifying and securing vulnerabilities across several high-profile platforms, including Google, Facebook, NASA, and the U.S. Department of Homeland Security. My expertise in ethical hacking and cyber defense has earned me recognition at both national and international levels.

I have had the honor of being invited as a speaker by prestigious institutions and government bodies such as the National Informatics Centre (NIC), National Investigation Agency (NIA), Central Bureau of Investigation (CBI), Ministry of Home Affairs (MHA), Delhi University, IIT Delhi, and IIT Roorkee. In these engagements, I have shared my insights and expertise with senior scientists, government officials, and academic leaders.

My work in securing leading Indian banks—including Axis Bank, State Bank of India (SBI), and IndusInd Bank—demonstrates my commitment to enhancing cybersecurity in critical financial sectors. I have also collaborated closely with various government agencies to strengthen digital infrastructure and cyber resilience.

My contributions have been featured in prominent media outlets, including Dailyhunt News, and my recent session with NIC was broadcast live on DD News and is archived on the Government Webcast Portal.

I am a cybersecurity professional with a proven track record of identifying and securing vulnerabilities across several high-profile platforms, including Google, Facebook, NASA, and the U.S. Department of Homeland Security. My expertise in ethical ha... Show more

Jorge Sánchez López

Jorge Sánchez López

Impulsando el cambio desde la acción, acumulo más de 35 años de experiencia liderando proyectos estratégicos en empresas del sector tecnológico, industrial, servicios y tercer sector. Ha acompañado a cientos de equipos y líderes en su evolución hacia modelos más ágiles, humanos y sostenibles.

Fundador de Agile DISruptivo (ADIS), evento internacional con +30 expertos y cientos de asistentes. En la primera Edición, sigue creciento con mas ediciones.

Mentor y catalizador de procesos de cambio en organizaciones complejas y ecosistemas digitales.

Ha dirigido iniciativas de transformación en empresas de telecomunicaciones, salud, e-commerce, servicios públicos, empresas y organizaciones sociales.

Especialidades
- Agile Coaching y Liderazgo Adaptativo
- Transformación cultural y gestión del cambio
- Innovación empresarial y metodologías disruptivas
- OKRs, Scrum, Kanban, Design Thinking, Agile HR
- Ciberseguridad, calidad y gestión IT (ISO 27001, ITIL, PRINCE2)

Formador y Embajador del Conocimiento
- CEO y Co-Fundador de Mobiliza Consulting & Academy
- Formador oficial certificado por Scrum Manager, CertiProf, PECB
- Cibercooperante INCIBE y Embajador CertiProf
- Máster en Formación del Profesorado y Licenciado en Informática (UPV)
- Colegiado COIICV e ISACA

Misión
Facilitar que organizaciones y profesionales prosperen en entornos inciertos, aplicando metodologías ágiles, inteligencia colectiva y liderazgo transformador. Cree firmemente que escuchar, co-crear y experimentar son los pilares de la evolución real.

𝐂𝐨𝐧𝐭𝐚𝐜𝐭𝐨 𝐲 𝐑𝐞𝐜𝐮𝐫𝐬𝐨𝐬:
Blog: Mobiliza Academy
YouTube: AgileValencia
Certificaciones: Scrum Manager, Certiprof, PECB

Impulsando el cambio desde la acción, acumulo más de 35 años de experiencia liderando proyectos estratégicos en empresas del sector tecnológico, industrial, servicios y tercer sector. Ha acompañado a cientos de equipos y líderes en su evolución hacia... Show more

Melissa Smith

Melissa Smith

Melissa Smith is a cybersecurity architect specializing in Microsoft Security and data governance, with deep expertise in Microsoft Purview, and identity-driven security architecture. She works with organizations operating in highly regulated and government cloud environments to design secure, scalable solutions that actually work in the real world.

Melissa is known for delivering deeply technical content in a way that’s engaging, practical, and refreshingly human. As a woman and mom in tech, she brings a perspective shaped by real-world tradeoffs, resilience, and a belief that impactful security careers don’t have to come at the expense of authenticity.

Melissa Smith is a cybersecurity architect specializing in Microsoft Security and data governance, with deep expertise in Microsoft Purview, and identity-driven security architecture. She works with organizations operating in highly regulated and gov... Show more

Jessica Doyne

Jessica Doyne

I’m an educator, founder, and strategist building systems that put people back at the center of the work.

My background in education and writing has shaped how I see the world: I notice what’s fragmented, what’s unsaid, and where misaligned systems create burnout for educators, families, and leaders—and invisibility for children.

I’m the founder of BloomBridge, an AI-powered education ecosystem designed to align operations, communication, and support around the whole child. Academic, emotional, and developmental needs shouldn’t live in silos, and neither should the people who serve them.

I believe technology should reduce friction, protect time, and restore humanity to our work—not replace it.

I lead with faith, clarity, and intention, focused on building sustainable systems that adapt to people, not the other way around.

I’m an educator, founder, and strategist building systems that put people back at the center of the work. My background in education and writing has shaped how I see the world: I notice what’s fragmented, what’s unsaid, and where misaligned system... Show more

Amber Hasan

Amber Hasan

Amber Hasan is an interdisciplinary artist and community organizer focused on using Creative Practice as a tool for change. Amber is Co-Founder of The Sister Tour collective, she has worked with photographer LaToya Ruby Frazier regarding the Flint Water Crisis, she is a Board Member of Title Track Michigan, and a Board Member of Commongrounds, where she is the advocate for the Boardman River in Traverse City, Michigan.

Amber Hasan is an interdisciplinary artist and community organizer focused on using Creative Practice as a tool for change. Amber is Co-Founder of The Sister Tour collective, she has worked with photographer LaToya Ruby Frazier regarding the Flint W... Show more

Marissa Lee

Marissa Lee

Marissa Lee is the Gifted and Talented Coordinator for Pampa ISD, leading Advanced Academic services for K–12 students in the rural Texas Panhandle. With ten years in education and a Master of Education in Curriculum and Instruction, she advocates for rural G/T learners through equitable identification, thoughtful programming, and differentiated instruction. Marissa is passionate about working alongside parents and teachers to reimagine gifted education in ways that truly serve a small‑town community.

Marissa Lee is the Gifted and Talented Coordinator for Pampa ISD, leading Advanced Academic services for K–12 students in the rural Texas Panhandle. With ten years in education and a Master of Education in Curriculum and Instruction, she advocates fo... Show more

Sachin Sinha

Sachin Sinha

Sachin Sinha is a Data Engineering leader who has been passionate about designing systems that help his customers make decisions based on data. He has helped startups in healthcare get off the ground by building a business on data and mature from seed to series funding. He has also helped organizations in the Public Sector achieve their mission by enabling them to make decisions based on data. Now at Microsoft, as Technology Strategy Director, he helps customers on their cloud journey with Microsoft Cloud offerings. His areas of expertise include Digital Transformation, Solution Architecture and Design, Data Platforms, Data Warehousing, Business Intelligence & Analytics and Artificial Intelligence focusing on the Healthcare and Public Sector domains.

Sachin Sinha is a Data Engineering leader who has been passionate about designing systems that help his customers make decisions based on data. He has helped startups in healthcare get off the ground by building a business on data and mature from see... Show more

Dr Karissa Thomas

Dr Karissa Thomas

Dr. Karissa Thomas is a global strategist, author, and leadership expert known for her transformative work at the intersection of emotional intelligence, identity, and inclusive leadership. With over 20 years of experience across corporate America, international education, and humanitarian leadership, she equips professionals to lead with emotional integrity, cultural fluency, and presence under pressure.

As the creator of the Mosaic Intelligence Method™, Dr. Thomas helps organizations and individuals navigate identity shifts, leadership fatigue, and systemic disruption with clarity and confidence. She has spoken at leadership summits, disaster response conferences, school districts, and global forums—offering deeply reflective and practical guidance on how to lead in uncertain times.

Whether she is addressing high-stakes communication in emergency response teams, building emotionally intelligent cultures in schools, or guiding executives through identity realignment, Dr. Thomas is known for her grounded, emotionally rich, and actionable style. Her talks are not just motivational—they are movemental.

Dr. Karissa Thomas is a global strategist, author, and leadership expert known for her transformative work at the intersection of emotional intelligence, identity, and inclusive leadership. With over 20 years of experience across corporate America, i... Show more

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