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

Nandini Harihareswara

Nandini Harihareswara

Nandini Harihareswara is a Digital Finance, FinTech, Digital Development and Inclusive Digital Economies expert. She previously served as Senior Advisor on Inclusive Digital Economies, Gender Equality and Women’s Economic Empowerment for the UN Capital Development Fund. She also served as the Digital Finance Regional Technical Specialist from 2015-2019, responsible for the creation & implementation of the UNCDF Digital Economy Strategy in Zambia and Malawi. She also helped to author the Inclusive Digital Economies and Gender Equality Playbook, launched in 2021. In these roles, she worked with more 20 FinTechs, Banks, Telcos and e-commerce companies to successfully increase their women customers and partner MSME businesses, and increase their financial return on investment.

She was a founding member of the United States Agency for International Development (USAID) Digital Development Division. Prior to working for the Digital Development team, Nandini worked as an Investment Officer for the USAID Development Credit Authority Office, and a Presidential Management Fellow at the US Department of Transportation as well as the Urban Transport Division of the World Bank.

She is the author of numerous publications on the intersection of finance, technology and international development. Nandini has an MBA and a Masters in International Trade and Investment Policy from the George Washington University. She also holds a BS in Psychology and a BA in Political Science from the University of California at San Diego.

Nandini Harihareswara is a Digital Finance, FinTech, Digital Development and Inclusive Digital Economies expert. She previously served as Senior Advisor on Inclusive Digital Economies, Gender Equality and Women’s Economic Empowerment for the UN Capit... Show more

Stephan Kämper

Stephan Kämper

Stehpan is a traveller (not necessarily in a geographical sense) who seeks, observes … and occasionally finds.

He classifies himself as a programming software tester and works as a freelancing tester for more than 20 years.

He studied physics, worked in oceanography, survived cancer, lives at the seaside, and blogs at https://seasidetesting.com/.

Most used languages (in alphabetical order): English, German, Ruby.

Stehpan is a traveller (not necessarily in a geographical sense) who seeks, observes … and occasionally finds. He classifies himself as a programming software tester and works as a freelancing tester for more than 20 years. He studied physics, ... Show more

Ali Akram

Ali Akram

I'm an Agile advocate on a mission to show a bit of my passion for servant leadership and personal growth into the world of software development.
I talk about creating a PLACE where people feel engaged, trusted, and encouraged to grow.
Open communication is my way of being because it's the secret sauce to building genuine trust within teams.
Right now, I am currently supporting software delivery in the public sector achieve their goals and coaching teams to develop their Agile maturity

I'm an Agile advocate on a mission to show a bit of my passion for servant leadership and personal growth into the world of software development. I talk about creating a PLACE where people feel engaged, trusted, and encouraged to grow. Open commun... Show more

Angela Jackson

Angela Jackson

Angela is an author, writer, educator, and activist. She is on the path to completing her doctorate in educational leadership. Her dissertation topic is centered around African-American Parental Involvement. She is a former VP and active member of the UCLA Black Alumni Association. Her passion for youth and parents drives her to empower parents and youth to demand the public school system properly educate students of all colors, starting with capable African-American students who, as a whole, underperform their peers at every level of education.

Angela is an author, writer, educator, and activist. She is on the path to completing her doctorate in educational leadership. Her dissertation topic is centered around African-American Parental Involvement. She is a former VP and active member of t... Show more

Dr. Dhru Beeharilal

Dr. Dhru Beeharilal

Dr. Dhru Beeharilal is a coach, speaker, serial entrepreneur, and the founder of Nayan Leadership

Dr. Dhru Beeharilal is a coach, speaker, serial entrepreneur, and the founder of Nayan Leadership Show more

Tom Benedict

Tom Benedict

I have worked with 100s of startups over the last 9+ years and love building tools that help people get out of their comfort zone. This treasure quest offers something new for people and a way to explore the city from a different perspective.

I have worked with 100s of startups over the last 9+ years and love building tools that help people get out of their comfort zone. This treasure quest offers something new for people and a way to explore the city from a different perspective. Show more

Liz Powell, Esq., MPH

Liz Powell, Esq., MPH

Liz Powell, Esq., MPH started G2G Consulting in 2007 which creates and implements government to growth (G2G) policy, funding and advocacy strategies for clients and has raised $531M in non-dilutive government funding for clients. Liz previously served as Legislative Director in Congress for two Members of Congress where she staffed the Congressional Caucus for Women’s Issues, Armed Services Committee and Small Business Committee. She also served as a Policy Analyst for UK Parliament’s Health Committee and has worked on political campaigns. She co-founded the Women’s Digital Health Network and the Women’s Health PAC and serves on the NIH Office of Research on Women’s Health and Bill & Melinda Gates Foundation’s Innovation Equity Forum Steering Committee. She earned her MPH from Harvard, JD from George Washington, and BA from Colgate.

Liz Powell, Esq., MPH started G2G Consulting in 2007 which creates and implements government to growth (G2G) policy, funding and advocacy strategies for clients and has raised $531M in non-dilutive government funding for clients. Liz previously serve... Show more

Seconde Nimenya

Seconde Nimenya

Renowned for her ability to captivate audiences globally, Seconde Nimenya draws on her rich life experiences and multicultural heritage to inspire and empower individuals. With a compelling repertoire of life-changing insights, she offers invaluable perspectives on navigating adversities and achieving personal growth.

Nimenya is an author with five published books, including her latest "Unlocking Diversity: How to Create Inclusive Cultures in a World of Differences," a book that delves into the timely and thought-provoking topic of inclusive leadership. Her TED talk, "We Are Not All That Different," a poignant exploration of race and identity constructs, has garnered widespread acclaim and continues to serve as a powerful catalyst for embracing diversity across the globe.

Recognized for her leadership and unwavering commitment to fostering diversity, equity, and inclusion, Nimenya has been instrumental in forging connections across varied multicultural communities. Her academic credentials include a master's degree in business management, and she is pursuing a graduate certificate in equity, diversity, inclusion, and belonging leadership from Harvard University.

For further details about Seconde Nimenya's impactful work, please visit: www.SecondeNimenya.com

Renowned for her ability to captivate audiences globally, Seconde Nimenya draws on her rich life experiences and multicultural heritage to inspire and empower individuals. With a compelling repertoire of life-changing insights, she offers invaluable ... Show more

Anne Dhir

Anne Dhir

Anne is a service designer and creative strategist.
She is passionate about achieving sustainable growth by tackling complex systems and balancing the interests of organisations, customers, staff, and the planet. She helps organisations find the path from intention to delivery and learn to design for themselves.
She is a ‘design magpie’, sharing insights across sectors and pushing the boundaries of design by learning from other disciplines.

Anne is a service designer and creative strategist. She is passionate about achieving sustainable growth by tackling complex systems and balancing the interests of organisations, customers, staff, and the planet. She helps organisations find the pat... Show more

Aaron Murphy

Aaron Murphy

Aaron is a passionate design professional, consultant, and advocate for Aging-In-Place in your own community. He has been presenting at a national and international level for over 15 years. He is a licensed architect, “Certified Aging In Place Specialist” through NAHB, and an engaging and entertaining public speaker. Aaron is a known industry expert & author in the Aging-in-Place field, and a business coach teaching other executives how to own the AIP & UD niche of a home modification business. He teaches GCs, remodelers, OTs and associated fields, what it takes to become your own local go-to expert in your community. Aaron has been a Seattle radio host on subject and is a known entertainer and educator on stage across multiple home and building industries. Aaron has been preaching “Empowering Housing” for 15+ years from Chicago to Tokyo.

Aaron is a passionate design professional, consultant, and advocate for Aging-In-Place in your own community. He has been presenting at a national and international level for over 15 years. He is a licensed architect, “Certified Aging In Place Specia... Show more

Najeeb Khan

Najeeb Khan

Najeeb Khan is the Head of People & Events of Teamland, the place for high performance team training and team building. He's excited about bringing teams together.

He's the author of the business innovation book Fluid. He is also a Canadian Entrepreneur, a fellow of the School for Social Entrepreneurs-Ontario, and recognized by American Express and Ashoka as one of the 45 "Emerging Innovators," across Canada, the United States, and Mexico. He was seen on TEDx, Forbes, Huffington Post and speaking at various business schools

Najeeb Khan is the Head of People & Events of Teamland, the place for high performance team training and team building. He's excited about bringing teams together. He's the author of the business innovation book Fluid. He is also a Canadian Entrep... Show more

Dr. Rebekah C. Lloyd

Dr. Rebekah C. Lloyd

Dr. Rebekah C. Lloyd is a published author and leadership consultant specializing in trauma-informed leadership. Her latest book, The Missing Key: Trauma-Informed Leadership: Unlock Potential & Build Resilient Teams Using Trauma-Informed Principles for Growth, Success, & Lasting Impact, explores how leaders can create resilient teams using trauma-informed principles. Rebekah developed her trauma-informed approach based on empirical research and experiential data from her background as a combat veteran and her work in leadership across various sectors. She is passionate about helping organizations unlock their potential by fostering safety, resilience, and empowerment in the workplace.

Dr. Rebekah C. Lloyd is a published author and leadership consultant specializing in trauma-informed leadership. Her latest book, The Missing Key: Trauma-Informed Leadership: Unlock Potential & Build Resilient Teams Using Trauma-Informed Principles f... Show more

Chris Lawrence

Chris Lawrence

Chris is an experienced nonprofit professional who has spent the last 15 years as a dedicated educator, network builder, and advocate for non-profit organizations. Chris is currently the Head of Programs at the Interledger Foundation. He oversees all aspects of the programatic activity of the foundation.

Chris is an experienced nonprofit professional who has spent the last 15 years as a dedicated educator, network builder, and advocate for non-profit organizations. Chris is currently the Head of Programs at the Interledger Foundation. He oversees all... Show more

Tim Klapdor

Tim Klapdor

I'm a Manager of Education Design at the University of Adelaide and, for the past 5 years, have been overseeing the design and development of fully online MOOCs, undergraduate and postgraduate programs. I have worked extensively on developing strategic initiatives and innovations in the online education, focusing on improving the student experience through learning design, effective teaching practices and the development and deployment of new technology. I have managed the roll-out, piloting and innovation development in educational technology at both the small-scale and institutional levels. My current focus is on developing sustainable and effective learning design practices and exploring the idea of creating a Learning Design System within our team.

I'm a Manager of Education Design at the University of Adelaide and, for the past 5 years, have been overseeing the design and development of fully online MOOCs, undergraduate and postgraduate programs. I have worked extensively on developing strateg... Show more

Thea Soehren

Thea Soehren

Thea Soehren is a celebrated problem solver, speaker and Business Analyst with over 20 years of experience, and 15 in the Information Technology arena.

During her career, Thea has worked across many industries: nuclear (replacing numerous applications across the plant to conform to 810 regulations), insurance (installation of multiple applications, improve processes, and resolve security issues), medical diagnostics (refactored a Laboratory Management system), tax preparation (created a tax preparation application for public use), and waste management (aligning data across multiple applications and utilizing data rules for master data management), to name a few.

Thea is an author of the IIBA's Business Analysis Body of Knowledge 3.0, and the book Business Analysis- Bridging the Gap Across Industries. Having been in leadership for the International Institute of Business Analysts (IIBA) for 15 years, she is currently the President of the IIBA Tampa Bay Chapter in Florida, USA where she has successfully led over 130 international study groups. The success of these study groups is measured in the community built and the lives touched in a positive way; as of this date, over a dozen individuals have said participating in this study group was a deciding factor in obtaining their IIBA Certification(s). Thea was a finalist in the IIBA’s 2023 Volunteer of the Year for the USA’s Southeast region and nominated again for 2024.

Thea is invested in Business Consulting, speaking, and coaching on five contents.

Thea Soehren is a celebrated problem solver, speaker and Business Analyst with over 20 years of experience, and 15 in the Information Technology arena. During her career, Thea has worked across many industries: nuclear (replacing numerous applicat... Show more

Raquel Reyes Galindo

Raquel Reyes Galindo

Innovation and Development Engineer and founder of Disrupción, a science communication project. She has participated in discussion panels in Mexico and Latin America, as well as events at NASA. She contributed to the development of a lunar exploration mechanism that was tested on the International Space Station. Currently, she gives conferences and workshops on science, history, and empowerment to inspire girls and women to enter the world of science.

Innovation and Development Engineer and founder of Disrupción, a science communication project. She has participated in discussion panels in Mexico and Latin America, as well as events at NASA. She contributed to the development of a lunar exploratio... Show more

Fabio Correa da Cruz

Fabio Correa da Cruz

Fabio Correa da Cruz é autor e inventor do framework de inovação em Produtos e Serviços ADesign Startup, é Cofundador da Scaled Innovation Aceleradora, Cofundador da AfirMed TeleMedicina e Bem-estar e SolarOmni Energia Solar, Consultor, Professor, Palestrante e autor do Motor de Inovação e framework Scaled Innovation para estruturar Hubs de Inovação em Negócios, programas de Design Organizacional e Value Stream Transformation que transformaram negócios, empresas grandes com +USD 75B Receita e +100 mil funcionários, além de empresas médias, pequenas e Startups.
Tem em seu legado a construção de MVPs e Produtos digitais que são hoje utilizados por milhões de pessoas no Brasil e no Mundo na área de transportes, sendo do cotidiano de milhões de usuários, além de registros de grandes Marcas, Patentes e Softwares com soluções em TeleMedicina, Telepsicologia, AfirBem Clube de Bem-estar e SolarOmni usinas da energia solar autônomas, consultor para registro de Patentes, Marcas e estruturação de Franquias, com formatação e expansão de modelos de negócios.
Palestrante sobre Cases de Inovação, Lean Portfólio, Agilidade, Business Innovation e Transformação Organizacional
Professor e Oficial Trainer ADesign Startup®, Scrum, Kanban, SAFe®SPC, RTE, LPM, POPM, SASM, SA, VST, EBAS, OKR, M3.0, PMP

Fabio Correa da Cruz é autor e inventor do framework de inovação em Produtos e Serviços ADesign Startup, é Cofundador da Scaled Innovation Aceleradora, Cofundador da AfirMed TeleMedicina e Bem-estar e SolarOmni Energia Solar, Consultor, Professor, Pa... Show more

Sweta Sinha

Sweta Sinha

Sweta Sinha, Director of Data Science at Ascend Learning, is at the forefront of transforming healthcare education through cutting-edge AI technologies. Her expertise in strategically deploying AI and ML solutions drives groundbreaking initiatives, significantly enhancing learning outcomes and experiences for healthcare professionals.

She leads the AI Center of Excellence and is instrumental in launching enterprise-grade Machine Learning and generative AI products, Her huge commitment to building AI systems responsibly is demonstrated through her leadership roles on the AI Governance body. Her dedication is not only shaping the future of education technology but also setting the standard for ethical AI development.

Sweta Sinha, Director of Data Science at Ascend Learning, is at the forefront of transforming healthcare education through cutting-edge AI technologies. Her expertise in strategically deploying AI and ML solutions drives groundbreaking initiatives, s... Show more

Garth Gilmour

Garth Gilmour

Garth Gilmour was a full time developer for 5 years and then an educator / mentor / advocate for 20. Currently he's a Learning Consultant at Liberty IT. He's taught well over 1000 courses and workshops - using everything from CORBA to Kotlin. Garth is a prolific speaker, writer and co-organiser of several conferences and meetups. When not at the whiteboard he coaches Krav Maga, lifts heavy weights and fights nerf wars with his kids.

Garth Gilmour was a full time developer for 5 years and then an educator / mentor / advocate for 20. Currently he's a Learning Consultant at Liberty IT. He's taught well over 1000 courses and workshops - using everything from CORBA to Kotlin. Garth i... Show more

Cody Barrow

Cody Barrow

Cody is a distinguished security leader with over 20 years of government and commercial experience in the US and Europe, with previous senior positions at The Pentagon and National Security Agency, Fortune 25 enterprise cybersecurity departments, and the world's leading cybersecurity product companies. He currently serves as CEO of EclecticIQ, a global threat intelligence software and services company based out of The Netherlands.

Cody is a distinguished security leader with over 20 years of government and commercial experience in the US and Europe, with previous senior positions at The Pentagon and National Security Agency, Fortune 25 enterprise cybersecurity departments, and... Show more

Melissa Eggleston

Melissa Eggleston

Melissa Eggleston serves as a user experience researcher and designer for the Digital Service at the Centers for Medicaid and Medicare. Her specialty is applying trauma-informed principles to the design process and products. For more than 15 years, she has improved the user experience of websites, apps, and software for organizations of all sizes, including Lenovo, Duke University, The Bill & Melinda Gates Foundation, Teamworks, and many others. In 2023 she won the Service to the Citizen Customer Experience Trailblazer Award for her work on 988 (the U.S. suicide hotline) and related websites. In 2017 she won the Aquent Design for Good grant to apply trauma-informed principles to a domestic violence agency website.

She has helped design specifically for people who have experienced interpersonal violence, human trafficking, substance use disorder, post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD), suicidal ideation, and serious mental illness. In 2009, Melissa received her MA in Communication from The University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill where she has taught UX design since 2019. At North Carolina State University now, Melissa is pursuing a doctorate in design, studying the intersection of technology and trauma.

Melissa Eggleston serves as a user experience researcher and designer for the Digital Service at the Centers for Medicaid and Medicare. Her specialty is applying trauma-informed principles to the design process and products. For more than 15 years, s... Show more

Pete Oliver-Krueger

Pete Oliver-Krueger

Co-Author of "Shift: From Product to People" a novel about what it means to really put people at the center of everything you do. Coaching Agile leaders on how to improve lives and improve bottom lines at the same time. Specializes in Agile beyond IT, including manufacturing, government, education, the arts, non-profits, and more.

Co-Author of "Shift: From Product to People" a novel about what it means to really put people at the center of everything you do. Coaching Agile leaders on how to improve lives and improve bottom lines at the same time. Specializes in Agile beyond IT... Show more

Demarra West

Demarra West

Demarra West is an entrepreneur with over 16 years of experience supporting both profit and nonprofit organizations in scaling their businesses.Also, she’s a seasoned wellness and leadership expert, therapist, and author who is deeply committed to creating transformative change. Having experienced firsthand the failures of systems designed to support healing, Demarra was inspired to establish and lead Be Well Beautiful People, a 501(c)(3) organization dedicated to bringing healing and liberation support to those with the greatest need.

Demarra also founded Be Well Beautiful Woman, a global initiative dedicated to empowering female leaders and entrepreneurs to live life on their own terms through holistic healing and mindset services, such as retreats, coaching, and summits. On top of being a therapist, Demarra is certified in trauma-sensitive yoga, is a Reiki master, a professional certified coach, and trained in various healing modalities, such as forest bathing.

Today, she is living her absolute best life in Detroit, Michigan and working passionately to ensure healing & liberation is accessible to us all, starting of course, with her own healing.

Demarra West is an entrepreneur with over 16 years of experience supporting both profit and nonprofit organizations in scaling their businesses.Also, she’s a seasoned wellness and leadership expert, therapist, and author who is deeply committed to cr... Show more

Sonia Williams-Lewis

Sonia Williams-Lewis

For over three decades, Sonia Williams-Lewis has been on a mission of re-imagining equity and humanity, intending to reclaim all of the things lost and denied to the Black community by way of laws, policies, and cultural norms that intentionally and unintentionally perpetuate white supremacy, racism, and implicit biases. Her professional career has prompted efforts to address the issue of racialized norms, as a matter of curating a safe and brave space to have courageous conversations about race and belonging whilst normalizing an anti-racist, humanity-driven future. As the Founder/CEO of ASCRIBE Educational Consulting, LLC and EDIFIY Humanity 501c3, our work is rooted in challenging the norm and fostering a growth mindset where everyone matters and wins.

Sonia Williams-Lewis is a former high school/secondary educator, with degrees in History and Psychology from Spelman College, as well as a Master's Degree in Education and Secondary Teaching credential from San Francisco State University. Building the legacy of ASCRIBE and EDIFY prioritizes the marrying of equity and social justice, with an emphasis on how socio-economic factors impact family dynamics, community stratification, and the marginalized outcomes of vulnerable groups. If we focus on the margins of the margins, the result is our whole society reaping benefits that really matter. It's the development of our whole selves coupled with the development of our whole community that fosters a willingness to address all of our needs and not the deficit of what we can't accomplish together. It was after giving birth to 6 beautiful Black boys, that Sonia realized her lived experiences offer a unique perspective on tackling the problems associated with equity, belonging, and humanity, like but not limited to denied medical resources, lack of access to educational resources, unwarranted touches with the criminal justice system based on racialized norms and policies, and inner-communal violence. Said lived experiences, also known as "adverse childhood experiences" (ACEs) have not only led to a reliance on the resource-richness and resolve of the Black community but also how the Black community contributes to the whole of who we are as a society. Let's imagine together, a future where the next generation won't need to deal with or heal from racialized trauma....PERIOD.

For over three decades, Sonia Williams-Lewis has been on a mission of re-imagining equity and humanity, intending to reclaim all of the things lost and denied to the Black community by way of laws, policies, and cultural norms that intentionally and ... 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

Angel Mary

Angel Mary

Angel Mary is a motivational leadership speaker and is the Founder of the Fellowship of Global Women Leaders as well as the CEO of Star Trak Investments LLC, a leadership development consulting agency. You may have seen her speak at large elite organizations like Vassar College, Aetna, and Northwell Health.

Additionally, Angel Mary's background has spanned her career through various sectors such as government, finance, food service, real estate, and finally healthcare, where she fast-tracked climbing the corporate ladder from entry-level to C-Suite in under 5 years. Stepping into her own business, Angel is keen on supporting strategic change initiatives enterprise-wide with improved team dynamics to prevent turnover. Angel seeks to bridge the gap between the people and the processes needed for success by teaching effective communication skills, and mentoring senior leaders and business owners as they forge their own path forward.

Motivated to share her success and challenges through her career, Angel also started the Career Path Angel Show, an inspiring podcast dedicated to sharing diverse experiences, tips, and lessons for the next generation of young professionals as they decide on their own future career moves.

Angel Mary is a motivational leadership speaker and is the Founder of the Fellowship of Global Women Leaders as well as the CEO of Star Trak Investments LLC, a leadership development consulting agency. You may have seen her speak at large elite organ... Show more

Sara Shunkwiler

Sara Shunkwiler

Sara Shunkwiler is an instructional designer at Johns Hopkins University Whiting School of Engineering where she works with over 45 instructors in the Space Systems Engineering Program. She is also an Adjunct Faculty at JHU School of Education where teaches chemistry and physics content and methods to educators with a focus on Universal Design for Learning (UDL) as a social justice tool. She is a passionate advocate for STEM equity and effective engineering education and frequent speaker on why accessibility matters to all of us.

A disabled engineer, K-12 and Higher Ed STEM educator, Sara seeks to raise awareness of disability as a valued form of diversity and the challenges of disability disclosure. She is a 2024 Teach Access Fellow and frequent presenter on equitable access in STEM, math accessibility, and inclusive teaching. Challenged by another engineering faculty to own her disability story, she seeks to be a role model empowering STEM colleagues and students as advocates and allies in disability inclusion. An inclusive mindset in STEM and Medicine begins with an inclusive education! Grounded in research - equitable by design.

Sara Shunkwiler is an instructional designer at Johns Hopkins University Whiting School of Engineering where she works with over 45 instructors in the Space Systems Engineering Program. She is also an Adjunct Faculty at JHU School of Education where ... Show more

Dr. Anna Marie Frank

Dr. Anna Marie Frank

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

Vaneeta Aggarwal

Vaneeta Aggarwal

Dr. Vaneeta Aggarwal, founder of Bizemag Advisors is an award winning Woman Entrepreneur, author & speaker, former Educationist from Delhi University, India with PhD in Semiconductors. With experience of 29 years, she is advocate of workplace diversity & inclusion and work life balance irrespective of gender bias. She has been invited Jury Member at Prestigious Stevie Business Awards 2022-2024.
Bizemag is a digital marketing & PR solutions firm along with deep insights on skill based education.

Dr. Vaneeta Aggarwal, founder of Bizemag Advisors is an award winning Woman Entrepreneur, author & speaker, former Educationist from Delhi University, India with PhD in Semiconductors. With experience of 29 years, she is advocate of workplace divers... Show more

Robb Shecter

Robb Shecter

Robb is a pro bono lawyer and open-gov advocate, building access-to-justice web apps.

Robb is a pro bono lawyer and open-gov advocate, building access-to-justice web apps. Show more

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