Riz Vazir wants you to never lose focus, time, or health to doomscrolling and digital distractions. With over 20 years in organizational change and transformation including leadership roles at Microsoft and Aon he founded Scroll By Choice to address the health and productivity crisis created by attention-hijacking technologies. A Prosci-certified Change Management Practitioner and MBA from the Kellogg School of Management, Riz helps organizations and families build digital wellness that strengthens focus, performance, and connection in an AI-driven world. He lives in the Seattle area with his wife and son, who inspires his work.

Riz Vazir wants you to never lose focus, time, or health to doomscrolling and digital distractions. With over 20 years in organizational change and transformation including leadership roles at Microsoft and Aon he founded Scroll By Choice to address ... Show more

I am the Founder of GammaLex AI Inc. and Co-Founder of Justice for All (J4All.org), both launched at Stanford Law School. At GammaLex, I develop vertical AI solutions for high-stakes domains, where AI can meaningfully influence human outcomes, community systems, and long-term sustainability across health, legal technology, and AI infrastructure. Through Justice for All, we collaborate with Google Research to advance access to justice and deliver tangible humanitarian impact.

I am the Founder of GammaLex AI Inc. and Co-Founder of Justice for All (J4All.org), both launched at Stanford Law School. At GammaLex, I develop vertical AI solutions for high-stakes domains, where AI can meaningfully influence human outcomes, commun... Show more

Trish Schnabel is a Licensed Professional Counselor (LPC) and a Licensed and Board Certified Behavior Analyst (LBA, BCBA). With expertise in both areas, she supports children, teens, and adults with mental health concerns, executive functioning challenges, and needs related to the autism spectrum. Her work emphasizes emotional well-being while helping clients build practical behavioral skills for relationships, coping, and everyday routines. She has more than 25 years of experience working with individuals on the autism spectrum, and her counseling background includes depression, anxiety, life stressors, military families, codependency, and ADD/ADHD.

She currently provides individual, group, and family therapy for clients facing anxiety, depression, trauma, relationship concerns, and executive functioning difficulties. She blends counseling methods with evidence-based behavioral strategies, conducts thorough assessments, and creates treatment plans tailored to each client’s needs. She collaborates with other professionals to ensure coordinated care and has led workshops on autism, executive functioning, stress management, and practical coping tools. Her combined experience in counseling and behavior analysis helps her support both neurotypical and neurodivergent clients with clarity and respect.

Since 2010, Trish has also operated an ABA company offering therapeutic consultation for adults on the autism spectrum and individuals with developmental disabilities. Her work included interviewing families, observing daily routines, reviewing current supports, and identifying areas for improvement. She developed consultation and behavior support plans and trained caregivers, group home staff, and parents. She also provided one-on-one ABA therapy for children with autism, conducted behavioral assessments, recommended strategies for behavior change, implemented interventions, and supervised BCBA candidates and RBTs.

As a military spouse, Trish has volunteered for 20 years supporting military families and veterans during deployments, relocations, separations, and challenges involving combat stress and PTSD. She served on a state committee focused on reducing educational barriers for military children and received the Shield of Sparta and the Commander’s Award for Public Service. She continues to volunteer in her community and helped establish sensory-friendly movie showings that became a valued local program.

Her education includes a psychology degree from George Mason University, a Master of Education in Community Agency Counseling from Auburn University, and a Board Certified Behavior Analyst Graduate Certification from Pennsylvania State University. She also appeared on “Wheel of Fortune” in January 2020, winning $65,495 and a trip to Italy. Outside of work, she enjoys traveling, concerts, time with loved ones, walking her Labrador Retrievers, and watching SEC football. These experiences continue to guide Trish Schnabel's meaningful work and life.

Trish Schnabel is a Licensed Professional Counselor (LPC) and a Licensed and Board Certified Behavior Analyst (LBA, BCBA). With expertise in both areas, she supports children, teens, and adults with mental health concerns, executive functioning chall... Show more

Eli has been in tech since being released back into the wild from studying maths at university 9 years ago. They've spent their time working in industries ranging from telecoms to biotech to analog circuit design to developer advocacy, continually getting nerd-sniped along the way. These days, they work at the Bennett Institute as a Research Software Advocate, helping to build the next generation of healthcare research tooling. In their spare time, they like to go bouldering, knit and sew, and hang out with their cat.

Eli has been in tech since being released back into the wild from studying maths at university 9 years ago. They've spent their time working in industries ranging from telecoms to biotech to analog circuit design to developer advocacy, continually ge... Show more

Jeremy's a Serial Entrepreneur, led teams across AI and IoT, and delivered real-time cloud migrations for Fortune 500 firms, modernizing legacy systems like IBM DB2 and Oracle Mainframes to Azure and AWS. With deep expertise in cloud, data sovereignty, and digital health, Jeremy brings a unique mix of technical, startup, and enterprise experience.

Jeremy's a Serial Entrepreneur, led teams across AI and IoT, and delivered real-time cloud migrations for Fortune 500 firms, modernizing legacy systems like IBM DB2 and Oracle Mainframes to Azure and AWS. With deep expertise in cloud, data sovereignt... Show more

George Walters has worked with Databases since the 90s, and has been at Microsoft since 2006, helping customers adopt and understand data in a changing world. George currently is an all-up Cloud and AI Platform Specialist aligned to strategic healthcare and life sciences accounts. He helps customers get value out of their data, and to enable modern ways with AI to build business value.

George Walters has worked with Databases since the 90s, and has been at Microsoft since 2006, helping customers adopt and understand data in a changing world. George currently is an all-up Cloud and AI Platform Specialist aligned to strategic healthc... Show more

Marinka Natale works at the intersection of cloud, data, AI, and human decision-making, helping organizations question momentum before scaling complexity. Her work centers on asking the questions others avoid—examining not just what technology enables, but whether it is aligned with what people, organizations, and systems actually need.

With experience across healthcare, analytics, emerging technology, and applied research, Marinka brings a systems-level perspective that connects technical architecture with governance, incentives, and real-world outcomes. She is known for challenging default assumptions around innovation, particularly when new tools amplify noise rather than clarity.

Marinka is the Chair of the IEEE Cloud Summit and the founder of LynxIQ, where she advises organizations on designing cloud and AI systems with intention, accountability, and long-term value in mind. Her work emphasizes discernment, restraint, and responsibility as essential components of meaningful technological progress.

Marinka Natale works at the intersection of cloud, data, AI, and human decision-making, helping organizations question momentum before scaling complexity. Her work centers on asking the questions others avoid—examining not just what technology enable... Show more

Dr. Roderick Logan founded Making Space to Heal, where he provides trauma and resiliency life coaching, specializing in sacred path renewal. He holds a doctorate in Practical Theology and a master's in counseling, and is a Diplomate with the American Academy of Experts in Traumatic Stress. With over 40 years of experience in trauma-informed care and resilience building, Dr. Logan has been recognized with the Arizona Aging Services Star Award for Innovation by the Arizona Department of Economic Security. He is the author of "I Was Loved: 10 Statements I Hope My Child Can Say About Their Childhood" and "Finding Everland: Voyage Beyond Religious Trauma: A Psalm-Guided Journey to Resiliency." Dr. Logan and his wife, Melody, have been married for 46 years and share a family legacy of three children and eight grandchildren, alongside a professional legacy of empowering others through trauma recovery and resilience building.

Dr. Roderick Logan founded Making Space to Heal, where he provides trauma and resiliency life coaching, specializing in sacred path renewal. He holds a doctorate in Practical Theology and a master's in counseling, and is a Diplomate with the American... Show more

Elle Provencher DTN, RDN-BC, BHN, FiFHI, RM, CH
Board Certified Doctor of Natural Medicine
Board Certified Doctor of Traditional Naturopathy
Bachelor of Science -Holistic Nutrition
Advanced Energy Medicine Practitioner
Fellow- Institute For Human Individuality
Certified Hypnotist
National Wellness Speaker
Award Winning Collaborative Author

DOCTOR OF NATURAL MEDICINE
I treat each one of my patients as if they were one of my family! My credo as a Traditional Natural Health Practitioner is, to do the body no harm. Wellspring will only offer solutions that have been science-driven with a heart-based focus.

Over the course of the years, I have had the opportunity to work with highly skilled medical and holistic practitioners. By being involved with these people, I have had the ability to create a pathway of successful healing for people using a mind-body connection. Using the healing arts for proper nutrition with balanced supplementation, vibrational energy medicine, hypnosis, stress management, and the use of aromatherapy, my patients have shown the better quality of life and optimized health.

Elle Provencher DTN, RDN-BC, BHN, FiFHI, RM, CH Board Certified Doctor of Natural Medicine Board Certified Doctor of Traditional Naturopathy Bachelor of Science -Holistic Nutrition Advanced Energy Medicine Practitioner Fellow- Institute For Huma... Show more

Veronica started her forensic career in 2008. Veronica is also the Interim Programme Lead for Digital Forensics and Incident Response at Noroff University in Norway, where she replaced a warm climate with a more adventurous one. Veronica holds a Master in Science at Rhodes University in Information Security with a specialisation in the forensic analysis of malware. She is currently doing her PhD in cybersecurity at the University of Plymouth in the UK. Her PhD is about designing robust logs for medical devices. She prides herself on keeping patients safe, as this is something close to her heart (quite literally). She is also a cyborg, sporting an embedded medical device herself. She is also a DEF CON goon, and she is the founder of DC2751, and the OWASP Kristiansand project. She has a love for all things ransomware and understands the low level details forensically.

Her particular research interests include research into security vulnerabilities in medical devices forming part of the Internet of Things, and how these could be exploited by malicious attackers, as well as what types of forensic artefacts could be identified from any attacks. She believes that incident response should be something that is continuously done and improved on. She is extremely passionate about protecting people whose lives depend on these medical devices, and her passion led her to become a researcher within an MDM. She is also developing a digital forensics and incident response approach dealing specifically with implanted medical devices and medical devices installed within a healthcare setting. At her core, Veronica is a forensicator and hacker, in love with every bit, byte, and nibble of knowledge she has obtained. She has a strong belief that the o in logs stand for observability. Knowing what is a problem is half the battle won she believes.

Veronica started her forensic career in 2008. Veronica is also the Interim Programme Lead for Digital Forensics and Incident Response at Noroff University in Norway, where she replaced a warm climate with a more adventurous one. Veronica holds a Mast... Show more

Nir Shtein is the VP of R&D at Guardoc Health and the author of Microservices with Go. With deep expertise in software architecture, distributed systems, AI and LLMs, he brings a practical and forward-thinking approach to engineering leadership.

Nir Shtein is the VP of R&D at Guardoc Health and the author of Microservices with Go. With deep expertise in software architecture, distributed systems, AI and LLMs, he brings a practical and forward-thinking approach to engineering leadership. Show more

Oluwafemi (Femi) is a Specialist Data Engineer, open-source contributor, and Airflow Summit 2025 speaker. He builds scalable data platforms in regulated environments (healthcare, education) and creates local-first AI tools designed for human agency and digital wellness, including empathySync (an anti-addiction AI assistant) and IntentKeeper (a content filter for manipulative feeds). His work sits at the intersection of platform reliability, AI ethics, and compassionate technology.

Oluwafemi (Femi) is a Specialist Data Engineer, open-source contributor, and Airflow Summit 2025 speaker. He builds scalable data platforms in regulated environments (healthcare, education) and creates local-first AI tools designed for human agency a... Show more

Phanindra Gangina is an accomplished Full Stack Azure and Enterprise Solutions Architect with extensive experience in software development, cloud engineering, and enterprise solutions design. Over the course of his career, he has partnered with global organizations to deliver technology-driven transformation through modern architectures, cloud-native applications, and innovative digital platforms. His expertise lies in creating secure, scalable, and high-performing systems that enable businesses to operate with agility and resilience.
With a strong foundation in Microsoft technologies and Azure, Phanindra has successfully architected and delivered solutions across industries including manufacturing, insurance, investment, and healthcare. He has played pivotal roles in guiding enterprises through complex digital transformations, leading teams in building microservices architectures, integrating advanced cloud capabilities, and modernizing legacy systems. His work demonstrates a deep commitment to aligning technology solutions with organizational goals while ensuring reliability, performance, and cost efficiency.
Phanindra’s accomplishments include architecting cloud-native integrations, designing zero-trust frameworks, and implementing enterprise-grade CI/CD pipelines and infrastructure automation. He has also streamlined production support by embedding monitoring tools and integrating third-party systems to enhance efficiency and customer experience. His leadership is marked by a strong focus on collaboration, mentoring, and applying best practices that empower teams to deliver sustainable results.
Throughout his career, he has been instrumental in enabling organizations to adopt cutting-edge technologies such as Azure Kubernetes Services, serverless solutions, and advanced API management frameworks. His ability to blend technical depth with business understanding has resulted in successful deployments that improve user experience, automate processes, and create measurable value for stakeholders.
Phanindra’s professional journey reflects not only technical mastery but also a forward-looking approach to technology adoption. He thrives in dynamic environments where innovation, security, and reliability are essential. His dedication to continuous learning and adapting to evolving trends positions him as a trusted leader in enterprise architecture and cloud transformation.

Phanindra Gangina is an accomplished Full Stack Azure and Enterprise Solutions Architect with extensive experience in software development, cloud engineering, and enterprise solutions design. Over the course of his career, he has partnered with globa... Show more

Clara enjoys working in the intersection of Machine Learning, Product, and Engineering, solving problems in a pragmatic and iterative way. She currently leads Applied AI at Sword Health, where her team is reinventing how patients access and receive care, by creating a more human, more clinically effective, and more scalable way to treat patients. She is focused on building and scaling machine learning systems that help achieve Sword's mission of freeing 2 million people from pain.

Clara enjoys working in the intersection of Machine Learning, Product, and Engineering, solving problems in a pragmatic and iterative way. She currently leads Applied AI at Sword Health, where her team is reinventing how patients access and receive c... Show more

Vincent is Chief Executive of the Snowdome Foundation, which has a mission focused exclusively on raising funds to accelerate translational research and clinical trials that will help Australian blood cancer patients live longer, better lives.

He has a track record of leading transformative change through philanthropy and building strong engagement across diverse communities. Over the past 20 years, he has held senior philanthropy roles with Austin Health, the Holmesglen Foundation, University of Melbourne, Washington University in St Louis, and Trinity College.

Vincent is Chief Executive of the Snowdome Foundation, which has a mission focused exclusively on raising funds to accelerate translational research and clinical trials that will help Australian blood cancer patients live longer, better lives. He ... Show more

Dr. Michael Gaudiani is a fourth-year resident in orthopedic surgery at Henry Ford Health in Detroit, Michigan. He is responsible for delivering high-quality musculoskeletal care to patients across the greater Metro Detroit area. Working within the Henry Ford Hospital, a renowned Level 1 trauma center, Dr. Gaudiani has gained invaluable experience treating complex and severe cases, which has furthered his expertise in orthopedic surgery.

Michael Gaudiani's academic background began at Harvard University, where he earned a Bachelor of Arts in Human Evolutionary Biology with a minor in English. Following his undergraduate education, he pursued a medical degree at Case Western Reserve University School of Medicine in Cleveland, Ohio, where he graduated with Honors in Research in 2021. Case Western is widely recognized for its focus on biomedical research, providing him with a strong foundation in both medical practice and research.

While studying at Harvard, Dr. Gaudiani worked as a licensed EMT-B, offering emergency medical care in the Boston area. This early hands-on experience deepened his interest in medicine and set the course for his career. After completing his undergraduate degree, he worked as a research assistant at the Hospital for Special Surgery in New York City. In this role, he participated in clinical research projects, coordinated research efforts, and contributed to conference presentations and academic publications, which fostered his growing interest in orthopedic surgery.

Dr. Gaudiani has been actively involved in orthopedic research throughout his career. He has authored numerous peer-reviewed papers covering various topics within orthopedic surgery, ranging from surgical techniques to diagnostic advancements. His research has been presented at regional and national conferences, showcasing his dedication to advancing the field of orthopedics through research and innovation.

Outside of his medical career, Dr. Gaudiani has an impressive background in competitive swimming. During both high school and college, he was a key player in leading his teams to multiple state and Ivy League championships. In 2012, he qualified for the United States Olympic Team Trials, competing in several swimming events, which reflects his determination and discipline.

Dr. Gaudiani is also committed to mentorship and community service. He has volunteered as a swimming instructor and science teacher, and he continues to mentor medical students at Wayne State University School of Medicine and Michigan State University College of Human Medicine. His mentorship helps guide aspiring healthcare professionals as they navigate their paths in medicine and research.

At 31, Dr. Michael Gaudiani has received several prestigious honors, including the 2024 Arthroscopy Association of North America/Orthoregeneration Network Award. He remains an active member of professional organizations such as the American Academy of Orthopaedic Surgeons and continues to contribute to the advancement of orthopedic surgery through clinical practice and research.

Dr. Michael Gaudiani is a fourth-year resident in orthopedic surgery at Henry Ford Health in Detroit, Michigan. He is responsible for delivering high-quality musculoskeletal care to patients across the greater Metro Detroit area. Working within the H... Show more

I am a Sr. Consultant at Quantum Technology Inc, where I provide software consultancy services for Architecture, Design and Development of Enterprise-level applications and system integration solutions using Microsoft and open-source technologies. Master in Computer Science (MCS) and have over 24 years of experience in multiple domains of business, artificial intelligence, machine learning, data science, cloud, big data, and mixed reality.

My mission is to leverage my expertise in AI and ML to build cutting-edge solutions that solve real-world problems and create value for my clients. I am proficient in C#, Python, Unity, Azure, OpenAI, and other tools and frameworks that enable me to design and implement innovative and scalable solutions. I am also a certified programmer, developer, and AI specialist, as well as a speaker, trainer, and visiting faculty in the field of AI and ML.

Domains:
Business Application, Artificial Intelligence, Machine Learning, Image Processing, Finance, B2B, Operation Research, VoIP, Security Application Forensics, SSL VPN, e-commerce, Social, Content management, Cloud, Big Data, NoSQL, Medical - Health, Financial products including enterprise Framework as well as Virtual Reality, Augmented Reality, Mixed Reality and many more.

Specialties:
Azure, C#, Artificial Intelligence (AI) & Machine Learning (ML), Data Science, Python, Unity3D, C++/C, Mixed Reality, Virtual Reality (VR) Augmented Reality (AR), ASP.NET, .NET, OOP, ORM (Entity Framework), Architecture Pattern, OOAD, Design Pattern, UML, SOA, Web API, LINQ, TFS, GitHub, Visual Studio, SQL Server, Oracle, NoSQL (MongoDB, Cosmos DB), HoloLens, OpenAI, Azure ML, Azure OpenAI, Azure AI Services etc.

Education & Certifications:
Masters in computer science (MCS) along with many academic and commercial certificates.
For further details, please see LinkedIn section for Azure, Artificial Intelligence (AI) / Machine Learning (ML), Data Science, etc.

I am a Sr. Consultant at Quantum Technology Inc, where I provide software consultancy services for Architecture, Design and Development of Enterprise-level applications and system integration solutions using Microsoft and open-source technologies. Ma... Show more

I am an AI Engineer and Architect specializing in agentic systems, production-grade GenAI, and Responsible AI design. As a GenAI Developer Advocate at AWS, I work at the intersection of multi-agent architectures, observability, and real-world AI deployment—helping developers move from demos to scalable, trustworthy systems. Previously innovating and architecting KnowRA+, a hybrid RAG + GenAI platform that won multiple awards and generated $10M+ in value. I specialize in LLM architecture, NLP, and scalable ML solutions across BFSI, Travel, Healthcare, and Retail domains, with 8+ granted USPTO patents and an educational background from IIT Madras.

I am an AI Engineer and Architect specializing in agentic systems, production-grade GenAI, and Responsible AI design. As a GenAI Developer Advocate at AWS, I work at the intersection of multi-agent architectures, observability, and real-world AI depl... Show more

I'm a Senior Software Architect working on agentic AI systems in healthcare diagnostics. Most of my time is spent figuring out how to make large language models play nice with enterprise security requirements—especially when those models need to access patient data across chat, voice, and SMS channels.

Before diving into AI, I built developer experience tools and led engineering teams where I learned that the hard problems are rarely about the technology itself. They're about making complex systems work reliably when real people depend on them.

I've been deep in the Model Context Protocol (MCP) world lately, building servers that let AI agents interact securely with backend systems. That work surfaced a lot of messy authentication challenges that don't have clean answers in the OAuth specs. My talk comes from those real-world battle scars.

I'm based in Omaha

I'm a Senior Software Architect working on agentic AI systems in healthcare diagnostics. Most of my time is spent figuring out how to make large language models play nice with enterprise security requirements—especially when those models need to acce... Show more

Keith Smith is a seasoned Cybersecurity and Compliance leader with over a decade of experience in the field. Currently serving as the Director of Cybersecurity Governance, Risk & Compliance for a national healthcare organization, Keith brings a wealth of expertise to his role in protecting cutting-edge technology.
Throughout his career, Keith has held numerous key leadership positions and has consistently developed and implemented comprehensive security strategies across various industries.
Keith serves on the advisory council for Information Systems & Analytics at Florida Gulf Coast University. He holds multiple industry-recognized certifications, including CISSP, CDPSE, CISM, and CRISC. Keith specializes in risk management, compliance frameworks (including PCI DSS, HIPAA, HITRUST, and SOC2), and implementing effective security awareness programs.

Keith Smith is a seasoned Cybersecurity and Compliance leader with over a decade of experience in the field. Currently serving as the Director of Cybersecurity Governance, Risk & Compliance for a national healthcare organization, Keith brings a wealt... Show more

Cloud Solution Architect and Researcher with 25+ years of experience in software development and applied research. Committed to leveraging AI to address complex real-world challenges with societal impact. Specializes in applying Graph Neural Networks within cloud, edge, and hybrid machine learning architectures.
Engages in transformative open-source and open-research collaborations that bridge theoretical research and production-grade systems. Recent work focuses on extending Generative AI and agentic frameworks, including agent-based RAG workflows, to practical solutions across security, healthcare, and data-intensive domains.

Cloud Solution Architect and Researcher with 25+ years of experience in software development and applied research. Committed to leveraging AI to address complex real-world challenges with societal impact. Specializes in applying Graph Neural Networks... Show more

My name is Iuliia and I'm a huge Salesforce fan. My journey with Salesforce began in 2010, and it has been a perfect match ever since. Before discovering Salesforce, I had extensive experience with various web technologies, but what truly captivated me was Salesforce's unique approach to solution-building. It challenges you to constantly think about the most effective implementation strategies. While there were (and still are :) ) many factors to consider and limitations to navigate, I find that these challenges often lead to elegant solutions. I love that Salesforce is constantly evolving the technology, you are always learning and growing.
I currently hold the full suite of certifications that allowed me to become a Salesforce Certified Application Architect, and am just two certifications away from becoming a Certified System Architect. I'm on my way!
My experience spans across the healthcare, financial services, education sectors, and I’ve recently added Agentforce to the mix. I'm passionate about opening new doors with Salesforce, exploring new areas, building strong customer relationships, seeing how our work makes clients happy, meeting new people, understanding their needs, and finding the best ways to help them achieve their goals.

My name is Iuliia and I'm a huge Salesforce fan. My journey with Salesforce began in 2010, and it has been a perfect match ever since. Before discovering Salesforce, I had extensive experience with various web technologies, but what truly captivated ... Show more

Ahmad leads D Cubed Analytics, a boutique Power BI Consulting & Training agency working extensively in the healthcare sector.

Ahmad & team have lead numerous Power BI report development projects, and deliver training to BI leaders on how to optimize their Power BI development process with project management tools.

Ahmad leads D Cubed Analytics, a boutique Power BI Consulting & Training agency working extensively in the healthcare sector. Ahmad & team have lead numerous Power BI report development projects, and deliver training to BI leaders on how to optimi... Show more

Alberto González is the CTO of WebRTC.ventures, where he leads the development of real-time video, voice, and AI applications for clients across the globe. A Telecom Engineer with a background as a founding software engineer and deep experience in WebRTC, cloud infrastructure, and AI integration, Alberto has helped launch production-grade systems for healthcare, education, enterprise, and CPaaS platforms. He’s an expert in system architecture and low-latency media pipelines. Alberto has spoken at conferences in the US, Europe, and Asia, sharing insights from the front lines of building streaming and conversational products.

Alberto González is the CTO of WebRTC.ventures, where he leads the development of real-time video, voice, and AI applications for clients across the globe. A Telecom Engineer with a background as a founding software engineer and deep experience in We... Show more

Sonya is a seasoned engineering leader and software architect, working at the intersection of social and technical aspects of software engineering. She experiments with various methodologies such as Domain-Driven Design, Team Topologies, Architecture Advice Process and others to improve building and operating software in the healthcare sector. She speaks about the outcomes at international software conferences and meetups.

Sonya is a seasoned engineering leader and software architect, working at the intersection of social and technical aspects of software engineering. She experiments with various methodologies such as Domain-Driven Design, Team Topologies, Architectur... Show more

Josh Harr is a senior cybersecurity advisor and security executive with 17 years of experience spanning U.S. federal government, military operations, critical infrastructure, healthcare, private industry, and international defense organizations. His work focuses on helping leaders understand and manage cyber risk shaped by geopolitics, operational reality, and real‑world consequences.

Josh currently serves as a Business Information Security Officer (BISO) within a large U.S. healthcare organization, aligning cybersecurity strategy with business growth, regulatory requirements, and patient care. He translates technical risk into executive decision‑making and embeds security into enterprise transformation initiatives.

In parallel, Josh supports international cyber capacity‑building as a senior advisor to the Bulgarian Ministry of Defense Cyber Defense Center, where he helps design incident response frameworks, organizational models, workforce pipelines, large‑scale cyber exercises, and governance aligned with NATO and EUCOM objectives.

Josh is also an officer in the U.S. Air National Guard, specializing in cyberspace operations and international security advising, with experience integrating cyber considerations into joint and multi‑domain environments.

Across government, military, and private‑sector roles, Josh designs executive‑level exercises and crisis simulations focused on risk‑based decision‑making under uncertainty. His work consistently operates at the intersection of cybersecurity, geopolitics, and leadership—helping organizations understand not just what could happen, but why it matters and how to act.

Josh Harr is a senior cybersecurity advisor and security executive with 17 years of experience spanning U.S. federal government, military operations, critical infrastructure, healthcare, private industry, and international defense organizations. His ... Show more

Mette is a subject matter expert in stress prevention, delivering talks and workshops for international companies.

She is a certified mindfulness instructor, with "MBSR in Mind-Body Medicine" from Jon Kabat-Zinn, PhD, and trains weekly with Saki Santorelli, EdD, co-founder of mindfulness. This deep and ongoing practice shapes her grounded and profound approach to balancing and enriching The Good (Work)Life.

With a background as a cognitive psychotherapist, a Diploma in Psychology, and a Diploma in Vocational and Career Guidance, Mette brings deep insight and practical tools to her talks.

Her work is recognised by companies such as Vestas, IDEXX, and Umbraco – see website for all 25+ reviews.

She is the author of an illustrated book on stress prevention and a book on stress factors in our personal lives.

Known for making complex topics accessible, she also shares her expertise through free mindfulness tools and meditations on Spotify - see link - and deeper meditations on Insight Timer in English, German, Danish, and French.

Mette is a subject matter expert in stress prevention, delivering talks and workshops for international companies. She is a certified mindfulness instructor, with "MBSR in Mind-Body Medicine" from Jon Kabat-Zinn, PhD, and trains weekly with Saki S... Show more

Jimmy Clare is a Professional Keynote Speaker, Podcaster, Live Stream Host, and Autism Advocate
Meet Jimmy Clare, a dynamic and inspiring keynote speaker who has overcome incredible obstacles to achieve success. Diagnosed with Autism and Non-Verbal Learning Disorder, Jimmy has turned his perceived limitations into his unique advantage. He shares his remarkable story of resilience, self-improvement, and determination to inspire audiences worldwide.
From Bullying Victim to Fitness Motivator
Jimmy's journey from being bullied and struggling with weight gain to becoming a fitness enthusiast and entrepreneur is a testament to his unwavering spirit. He has completed numerous fitness programs, practices kickboxing, and works out 6-9 times a week. His transformation is a powerful example of the human capacity for growth and change.
Autism Advocate and Motivational Speaker
As an Autism advocate, Jimmy promotes acceptance, inclusion, and self-empowerment. He shares his experiences, insights, and strategies for overcoming challenges, inspiring others to embrace their differences and reach their full potential.
Keynote Topics:
Embracing Autism and Neurodiversity
Takeaways:
Understanding and acceptance of Autism and neurodiversity
Strategies for inclusion and support
Embracing differences as strengths
Overcoming Bullying and Self-Doubt
Takeaways:
Coping mechanisms for dealing with bullying and negativity
Building self-confidence and self-worth
Turning adversity into opportunity
Fitness and Wellness for Mental Health
Takeaways:
The importance of physical activity for mental well-being
Practical tips for incorporating fitness into daily life
Mind-body connection and stress management
Entrepreneurship and Self-Improvement
Takeaways:
Turning passion into purpose and career
Strategies for continuous learning and growth
Overcoming obstacles and staying motivated
Resilience and Determination in the Face of Adversity
Takeaways:
Developing a growth mindset and resilience
Learning from failures and setbacks
Staying focused and motivated despite challenges
Host of the Popular Podcast and Live Stream Show
"CrazyFitnessGuy Healthy Living Podcast"
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Jimmy Clare is a Professional Keynote Speaker, Podcaster, Live Stream Host, and Autism Advocate Meet Jimmy Clare, a dynamic and inspiring keynote speaker who has overcome incredible obstacles to achieve success. Diagnosed with Autism and Non-Verbal ... Show more

Thomas Fricke has been working with containers and Kubernetes for 7 years, with Linux and networks for 30 and with computers for 40. His focus is on security in KRITIS environments (energy, health care) and the agile transformations that are necessary in these environments. He is a freelancer, founder (Endocode, Resility), and volunteers on various boards, including the IT Planning Council.

Thomas Fricke has been working with containers and Kubernetes for 7 years, with Linux and networks for 30 and with computers for 40. His focus is on security in KRITIS environments (energy, health care) and the agile transformations that are necessar... Show more

Melina Kibbe, MD became president of UTHealth Houston and assumed the Alkek-Williams Distinguished Chair in September 2025. Before this role, she served as a medical school dean and chief health affairs officer at a public academic institution. She is recognized nationally for her work in vascular surgery and previously served as chair of a department of surgery at a major university. Earlier in her career, she held senior research leadership roles within academic surgery and a multidisciplinary biomedical research institute. She earned her medical degree from the University of Chicago. She completed her internship, residency, and research fellowship at the University of Pittsburgh Medical Center, followed by a vascular surgery fellowship at Northwestern University. Her clinical practice includes open and endovascular procedures, and she is board-certified in general and vascular surgery with RVT and RPVI certifications.

Her research focuses on developing drug-eluting therapies for patients with vascular disease and examining how these treatments affect blood vessels. She has served as a principal investigator on research funded by several federal and national organizations. In addition, she has contributed as a co-investigator, consultant, or mentor on many other supported studies. She has held leadership roles in gene- and cell-based clinical trials for patients with critical limb ischemia and has guided trials in peripheral artery disease. Her work has resulted in more than ten patents or provisional patents. In 2009, her research contributions were recognized with a national early-career award for scientists and engineers.

She has held many leadership positions at the national level within academic surgery. She serves as editor-in-chief of a leading surgical journal and has previously been president of several professional surgical societies. She has also served in officer and committee leadership roles within major national organizations and remains actively involved in numerous professional groups. Her career accomplishments led to election into respected medical honor societies, including one of the nation’s highest advisory bodies in medicine.

She has also been a strong advocate for sex inclusion in biomedical research. Her publications examining sex bias in surgical research received national and international attention and led to interviews with major media outlets. This work contributed to policy discussions with federal agencies and supported legislative efforts to improve inclusive research practices across biomedical fields.

Her scholarly record includes more than 300 peer-reviewed publications and over 240 abstracts presented nationally and internationally. She has received numerous awards for leadership, service, equity, and education, including more than twenty honors for teaching excellence. Melina Kibbe, MD also co-founded a biomedical company focused on developing vascular devices and served as its chief medical officer. Born and raised in Southern California, she later completed executive leadership and management training to support her work in academic medicine.

Melina Kibbe, MD became president of UTHealth Houston and assumed the Alkek-Williams Distinguished Chair in September 2025. Before this role, she served as a medical school dean and chief health affairs officer at a public academic institution. She i... Show more