Kingsley Madikaegbu is CEO/CTO of HealID Inc., addressing the $6B+ healthcare interoperability challenge. He brings 10+ years leading enterprise technology at Google Cloud and Accenture for Fortune 500 clients and government agencies. At Google, he led API management at scale and modernization delivering $10M+ in value. Experience includes HIPAA-compliant systems, Healthcare.gov, and SEC.gov (5M+ users, 99.9% uptime). Speaker at Open Source Summit North America 2024.

Kingsley Madikaegbu is CEO/CTO of HealID Inc., addressing the $6B+ healthcare interoperability challenge. He brings 10+ years leading enterprise technology at Google Cloud and Accenture for Fortune 500 clients and government agencies. At Google, he l... Show more

Sheila Hall is a functional medicine health coach, reflexologist, and speaker specializing in nervous system regulation in midlife women. Her work bridges somatic therapy and clinical observation to support emotional, physical, and cognitive balance.

Sheila Hall is a functional medicine health coach, reflexologist, and speaker specializing in nervous system regulation in midlife women. Her work bridges somatic therapy and clinical observation to support emotional, physical, and cognitive balance. Show more

Dr. Ben Lippe is a licensed psychologist who is Board Certified in Clinical Health Psychology through the American Board of Professional Psychology.

He is an expert on topics related to health, wellness, fitness, and behavior change.

Award-winning instructor, psychologist, author, and consultant.

He is available for workshops and keynote addresses for:
Healthcare organizations
Professional associations
Clinical teams seeking insight, clarity, and practical inspiration
Support Group organizations (e.g., cancer, chronic pain, transplant)

He speaks candidly about the realities of modern medicine—burnout, leadership challenges, patient communication, healthy behaviors, system constraints—while offering practical strategies that audiences can immediately apply in their own settings.

Dr. Ben Lippe is a licensed psychologist who is Board Certified in Clinical Health Psychology through the American Board of Professional Psychology. He is an expert on topics related to health, wellness, fitness, and behavior change. Award-... Show more

Chairman of AIM Austria, Expert for Medical Informatics, Clinical Decision Support Systems and Ambient AI application

Chairman of AIM Austria, Expert for Medical Informatics, Clinical Decision Support Systems and Ambient AI application Show more

Hello. I'm Tim. It has been a long strange trip to my becoming a motivational-inspirational speaker. I have always loved speaking with people either one-on-one or in groups. As an IT Professional for over 36 years, I have had to interact with many different types of people in many different industries doing many different things. I have spoken in church both informally and as a Lay Minister in the Methodist and Disciples of Christ denominations. I am also an Adjunct Instructor at a local community college and a local university.

I have always thought that my life was pretty normal. After I graduated from college and entered the "real world" I came to understand that my life had some twists and turns. I came to realize that I have suffered from depression and anxiety since childhood. It really didn't effect me until I became a father. I subconsciously decided to place my wife's happiness and my son's happiness before my own. When my son was almost 7, I had a mental break that caused me to seek help. I have learned, to a certain extent, what was causing mental issues and how to deal with them. I have had to seek help when things happened in my life to help make sense and be able to handle things well.

Recently my professional career has taken a downturn. I was working for a consulting company with government contracts. When government began reforming spending my contract was effected and I lost my position along with many of my colleagues. I expected to find another position but soon discovered that the IT market had changed and employers were very particular in what they were looking for. I do not have some of the experiences they are looking for and thus was not being consider for positions.

So I decided to pivot and focus and over skills I have. Namely speaking about my experiences in life, giving inspirational messages and helping people along with life. I also speak about spiritual matters and how they relate to society today.

The attendees of your conference, retreat, annual meeting, gathering, or event will be uplifted, encouraged and have their confidence increased.

Hello. I'm Tim. It has been a long strange trip to my becoming a motivational-inspirational speaker. I have always loved speaking with people either one-on-one or in groups. As an IT Professional for over 36 years, I have had to interact with many di... Show more

I am passionate about fostering mental health that helps teams perform under pressure.

I am driven to help people use performance psychology principles to improve their lives! After nearly 20 years as a sport and performance psychologist, I’ve learned that high performance is not only a set of tools but a way of being that we bring to everything we do. Yet, in several high performing industries, we’re behind in taking action on mental health—and in some ways I get it because how we’ve talked about mental health in these spaces doesn’t consider important nuances of high performance.

Fortunately, the message I share is informed by two decades of experience within several demanding industries that also have high mental health stigma including healthcare, higher education, and collegiate and professional sport (including collision sports, such as football and ice hockey). I’m also from a family of rural farmers, so my message is designed to reach even the most skeptical audience members! You can simply trust that what I have to say will reach the high performers on your team.

I’m a passionate and enthusiastic speaker (who might talk too fast at times) and am skilled at translating important concepts into practical strategies that you can immediately use. (You can thank my herding rescue dogs for helping me streamline my communication strategies!)

I have a PhD in Clinical Psychology, am a Certified Mental Performance Consultant® (CMPC), and am a Licensed Psychologist, specializing in high performing populations. I am the Founder and CEO of Haugen Performance Consulting, a firm that provides education, training, and performance psychology solutions for sport organizations, corporations, and professionals. I've held a variety of positions including the Director of Mental Health and Performance Psychology at a Division I NCAA member institution and former Board member (2017-2019) and Past-President (2018-2019) of the North Dakota State Board of Psychologist Examiners (NDSBPE).

Throughout my career, I have actively involved in training the next generation of healthcare leaders. I am an adjunct faculty member in the Department of Psychology at the University of North Dakota and former faculty member at the Altru Family Medicine Residency (2016-2020). I continue providing mental health and performance psychology training to sports medicine fellows in physical therapy, athletic training students, and graduate students in clinical and counseling psychology. In 2023, I was also awarded the prestigious Jack Weakley Award of Distinction from the National Athletic Trainers' Association (NATA) for lifetime contributions to athletics, athletic training, and sports medicine, and I am the first mental health professional to receive this award.

I am passionate about fostering mental health that helps teams perform under pressure. I am driven to help people use performance psychology principles to improve their lives! After nearly 20 years as a sport and performance psychologist, I’ve lea... Show more

Hi I’m Chris, the Principal Technologist at Transform Labs (formerly AWH) and the CTO of IncludeHealth, a healthcare start-up changing the face of Virtual Physical Therapy.

When I speak about technology, I like to keep it accurate and relatable. I share stories and insights that matter to tech enthusiasts and anyone interested in how technology intersects with our daily lives and work. It’s about making sense of tech and making it understandable.

Hi I’m Chris, the Principal Technologist at Transform Labs (formerly AWH) and the CTO of IncludeHealth, a healthcare start-up changing the face of Virtual Physical Therapy. When I speak about technology, I like to keep it accurate and relatable. I... Show more

Dean Shev, Founder & CEO of VHT.ai and ethical AI pioneer, leads ECHNA AI to transform healthcare decisions with empathy and precision. His Fraser Health redevelopment work optimized operations for major hospital in BC for better outcomes, while HBR Advisory contributions shape industry trends. Holding an MBA, MSc, and H.BSc, Dean's expertise in PROSCI change management ensures responsible AI adoption. Join him to explore hybrid models that outperform human judgment ethically.

Dean Shev, Founder & CEO of VHT.ai and ethical AI pioneer, leads ECHNA AI to transform healthcare decisions with empathy and precision. His Fraser Health redevelopment work optimized operations for major hospital in BC for better outcomes, while HBR ... 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

What happens when a clinically trained social worker builds a multi-seven-figure business from the ground up, and then watches her entire team walk out the door? If you're Samantha Goldberg, you don't retreat. You rebuild. And then you take everything you learned about shame, failure, and what real leadership actually requires, and you bring it to every stage you can find.

Samantha Goldberg, MSW, is a clinically trained social worker, entrepreneur, executive coach, and keynote speaker who works at the intersection of shame resilience, leadership, and self-worth. Named a Woman of Steel by PNC Bank and the Pittsburgh Steelers, she's on a mission to help people show up boldly and lead intentionally--without shame, imposter syndrome, or fear of failure calling the shots.

Samantha is the Founder & CEO of a group mental health therapy practice and multidisciplinary wellness hub in Pittsburgh established in 2018, built around a staffing model centered on business mentorship and entrepreneurial support. She built her practice into a large multimillion dollar operation, navigated a significant organizational crisis, and rebuilt it with radical transparency--an experience that grounds every framework she teaches in real operational leadership, not just research. Through her executive coaching and speaking platform, Unleashed Impact, she helps leaders and high achievers break free from shame, imposter syndrome, and the confidence barriers holding them back. She also serves as a private practice business consultant, providing business coaching to group practice owners across the country.

With 15+ years in the field, Samantha brings rare clinical depth to the leadership conversation--delivering keynotes that are equal parts research-backed and disarmingly honest, turning complex psychological frameworks into tools that actually change how people lead. Samantha is known for her sharp wit, radical honesty, and an uncanny ability to make a room full of high-achievers feel deeply seen--and ready to move.

Off stage, she lives in Pittsburgh with her first responder partner, two dogs, and a cat who has never once struggled with self-worth.

What happens when a clinically trained social worker builds a multi-seven-figure business from the ground up, and then watches her entire team walk out the door? If you're Samantha Goldberg, you don't retreat. You rebuild. And then you take everythin... Show more

Dr. Walter E. Copeland II is an AI strategist, professor, and public health leader who holds a Doctor of Medical Science and specializes in AI applications in business and health sciences. He helps organizations translate emerging technologies into practical strategies that improve decision-making, performance, and real-world outcomes.

With a multidisciplinary perspective spanning AI, leadership, healthcare, and business, he is known for connecting innovation to execution. As founder of Health is Wealth Coaching Group, he speaks on AI, leadership, and innovation, helping organizations turn emerging ideas into practical action.

Dr. Walter E. Copeland II is an AI strategist, professor, and public health leader who holds a Doctor of Medical Science and specializes in AI applications in business and health sciences. He helps organizations translate emerging technologies into p... Show more

Renee Anorue, LCSW/LCSW-C
Founder, Core Therapy & Healing

Renee Anorue is a Licensed Clinical Social Worker, speaker, certified herbalist, consultant, and the founder of Core Therapy & Healing, a private practice providing culturally informed mental health treatment to individuals ages 14–40. With over 10 years of experience, she delivers culturally informed mental health talks and workshops that translate therapy concepts into relatable, actionable strategies; empowering diverse audiences to feel seen, better understand their mental health, prioritize their wellbeing, and leave with tools they can use right away.

Renee combines her clinical expertise with her own lived experience to address topics such as anxiety, self-care for entrepreneurs and leaders, herbalism’s impact on mental health and sustainable wellness practices, among other topics, ensuring every person leaves with more than they came with.

As a Caribbean-American woman, she brings a deep understanding of the impact of culture, identity, and community on the healing journey. No matter the presentation format, Renee delivers psychoeducation with passion and cultural awareness, ensuring audiences feel supported and inspired to take care of their mental health beyond the presentation.

Renee integrates holistic wellness into her work as a certified herbalist, offering 100% natural herbal products designed to support mental and emotional wellbeing. Additionally, Renee offers mental health focused, guided journals, such as "Centered at the CORE", to support her presentations.

Renee is passionate about helping people move beyond survival mode and into lives that feel balanced, intentional, and fulfilling. Whether through therapy, workshops, speaking engagements, consultation, or holistic wellness products, her mission is to make mental wellness more accessible, relatable, and actionable.

Renee Anorue, LCSW/LCSW-C Founder, Core Therapy & Healing Renee Anorue is a Licensed Clinical Social Worker, speaker, certified herbalist, consultant, and the founder of Core Therapy & Healing, a private practice providing culturally informed me... Show more

Danielle Connolly is a disability advocate, content creator, speaker, and business and marketing professional. Born with a rare, still-undiagnosed muscle disease, Danielle has navigated unique life experiences that have shaped her passions and purpose. She shares her perspective through Daniellevates - a platform dedicated to elevating conversations about disability, rare disease, and chronic illness with a mix of humor, storytelling, education, and real-life adventures.

Danielle Connolly is a disability advocate, content creator, speaker, and business and marketing professional. Born with a rare, still-undiagnosed muscle disease, Danielle has navigated unique life experiences that have shaped her passions and purpos... 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

As a trusted international keynote speaker and author, Steven is known for cutting through the noise and shifting the mindset on wellness. He combines compelling stories, thought-provoking data, and practical insight to inspire real change.

Steven leaves audiences with more than inspiration. He equips them with tools to move forward in ways that feel clear, authentic, and achievable. Whether he is speaking to executives, frontline workers, or leadership teams, people consistently say the same thing: they feel seen, understood, and ready to lead, live, and connect with intention.

His keynotes address the real pressures people face every day and offer actionable ways to build a coherent life and healthier workplaces. Steven creates the space for audiences to think differently, ask better questions, and reconnect with what matters most.

If you are looking for a speaker who will bring clarity to your teams and move the conversation forward in a meaningful way, Steven Langer is the voice you want in the room.

As a trusted international keynote speaker and author, Steven is known for cutting through the noise and shifting the mindset on wellness. He combines compelling stories, thought-provoking data, and practical insight to inspire real change. Steven... Show more

Jimmy Clare is an autistic keynote speaker, podcaster, and founder of CrazyFitnessGuy®, a wellness platform that makes neurodiversity, mental health, and sustainable habits practical for everyday life. Growing up autistic with a non‑verbal learning disorder, Jimmy was bullied in school, faced multiple surgeries and health challenges, and was often told what he would never be able to do. Instead of letting those experiences define him, he learned to turn adversity into fuel and now helps audiences do the same.

Through his keynotes and the CrazyFitnessGuy® Show, Jimmy blends lived experience, humor, and clear frameworks to help people build realistic habits, rethink what “healthy” can look like, and support neurodivergent colleagues, students, and family members more effectively. His sessions translate big ideas about inclusion, resilience, and wellness into small, concrete actions that busy people can actually use.

Jimmy likes to joke that he is “the poor Matt Damon of the speaking world”—no Hollywood budget, no stunt doubles, just a real guy who shows up, tells the truth, and helps people laugh while they rethink what they are capable of. Event organizers value his no‑fluff style, professionalism, and flexibility. He collaborates on goals and audience needs, adapts to different room setups and formats, and delivers engaging content that works for both students and professionals. Jimmy is a strong fit for events focused on autism and neurodiversity, mental health and wellness, bullying and resilience, and inclusive workplace culture.

Jimmy Clare is an autistic keynote speaker, podcaster, and founder of CrazyFitnessGuy®, a wellness platform that makes neurodiversity, mental health, and sustainable habits practical for everyday life. Growing up autistic with a non‑verbal learning d... Show more

Dr. Campbell is a practicing dentist in Prosper, Texas, a community just north of Dallas. Like so many dentists across the U.S., he and his team found the process of managing dental claims to be filled with confusion and frustration, not to mention at times loss of income. And there was no one “source” to go to obtain accurate information.

Therefore, during the last 10 years, he has made it his mission to study, learn and improve all aspects of handling dental insurance within his practice. His studies initially culminated in a comprehensive guidebook called Understanding Dental Insurance: A Guide for Dentists and Their Teams published in 2020. This best seller raised significant awareness in the dental community, and as a result, Dr. Campbell frequently speaks across the country about the topic, with a particular emphasis on the many myths and misinformation that have arisen over the years and unnecessarily made the process even more difficult.

More recently, to better respond to the volume of questions/requests he receives and help as many offices and dentists as possible (while continuing to serve the local dental practice he loves) he envisioned and created this site. The goal of the Dental Insurance Guy site is to provide the most comprehensive platform for dental insurance education, reference material and information available.

Dr. Campbell is active in many online Dental Forums and writes for multiple dental publications. He has become the number one dentist educator on dental insurance in the country.

Dr. Campbell is a practicing dentist in Prosper, Texas, a community just north of Dallas. Like so many dentists across the U.S., he and his team found the process of managing dental claims to be filled with confusion and frustration, not to mention a... Show more

Charlene “Char” Holmes is a TEDx speaker, psychology-informed leadership strategist, and professional development coach who helps individuals and organizations move beyond stress-driven performance into sustainable growth.

Drawing from trauma-informed principles, psychology research, and lived experience, Char teaches leaders how the brain’s survival systems influence decision-making, leadership style, workplace culture, and long-term performance.

Her work focuses on helping professionals recognize when they are operating from “survival mode” and equipping them with practical strategies to shift into what she calls SurThrival Mode — a leadership framework centered on awareness, resilience, emotional regulation, and sustainable impact.

Char’s work has resonated across leadership, wellness, and transformation spaces, where she speaks on topics including trauma-informed leadership, mindset transformation, resilience under pressure, and creating psychologically safe environments that allow people and organizations to thrive.

Through her speaking, coaching, and media platform, Char continues to lead transformative conversations that reshape leadership from the inside out.

Charlene “Char” Holmes is a TEDx speaker, psychology-informed leadership strategist, and professional development coach who helps individuals and organizations move beyond stress-driven performance into sustainable growth. Drawing from trauma-info... Show more

Dr. David Hardy is a chiropractor and functional neurologist who offers a holistic perspective on wellness, integrating brain health, chiropractic care, and lifestyle strategies. He believes in addressing the root causes of health issues, not just managing symptoms.
Dr. Hardy's presentations are engaging and informative, covering topics such as concussion recovery, migraine relief, stress management, and neurological rehabilitation. He empowers audiences with practical tools and insights to improve their physical, mental, and emotional well-being. He practices at Hope Chiropractic & Wellness Clinic and is the founder of The Hardy Brain, a platform dedicated to educating the public about brain health. He is a Fellow of the American College of Functional Neurology (ACFN) and a Diplomate of the American Chiropractic Neurology Board (ACNB). Connect with Dr. Hardy to bring his expertise to your next event.

Dr. David Hardy is a chiropractor and functional neurologist who offers a holistic perspective on wellness, integrating brain health, chiropractic care, and lifestyle strategies. He believes in addressing the root causes of health issues, not just ma... Show more

Bennie Haelen is a Data and AI architect at Insight where he builds enterprise AI solutions for healthcare, finance, and other sectors. He develops MCP servers, agentic enterprise workflows, and multi-agent AI architectures using Google Cloud Platform, Databricks, Microsoft Azure, and Neo4j. His current focus is query resolution systems that combine knowledge graphs with vector search to translate natural language into governed, auditable SQL. Bennie is the author of two O'Reilly books: "Delta Lake: Up and Running: Modern Data Lakehouse Architectures" and "AI, ML and Generative AI in the Data Lakehouse," covering modern approaches to data engineering and machine learning. He holds three patents and is based in the Denver, Colorado area.

Bennie Haelen is a Data and AI architect at Insight where he builds enterprise AI solutions for healthcare, finance, and other sectors. He develops MCP servers, agentic enterprise workflows, and multi-agent AI architectures using Google Cloud Platfor... Show more

Daisy Omondi is an business data science specialist with a healthcare background who works on real-world AI systems where data quality, assumptions, and design choices directly affect human outcomes.

Ms. Omondi speaks about building and evaluating AI systems in high-stakes contexts, translating responsible AI principles into concrete design decisions, and bridging the gap between data science theory and real-world deployment. Her sessions are aimed at data scientists, engineers, and technical decision-makers working on applied AI systems.

Earlier in her career, Ms. Omondi worked in healthcare as a nurse, an experience that shaped her perspective on ethics, accountability, and the real-world consequences of decisions made under uncertainty. Having lived and worked across different systems in Africa and Europe, she brings a global lens to how data-driven technologies include or exclude different communities.

Ms. Omondi has presented academic work at international forums and regularly writes about technology, data, and social impact. Her work focuses on how data quality, assumptions, and system design choices shape outcomes in real-world AI deployments, with a particular interest in transparency, accountability, and trust.

Daisy Omondi is an business data science specialist with a healthcare background who works on real-world AI systems where data quality, assumptions, and design choices directly affect human outcomes. Ms. Omondi speaks about building and evaluating... 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

Jennifer McIntyre is a leadership coach, speaker, and People & Culture strategist with more than 25 years of experience helping leaders unlock their most authentic and effective selves. With a career rooted in the life sciences, pharmaceuticals, and diagnostics industries, Jennifer has partnered with leaders at every level to navigate complexity, build trust, and shape thriving cultures.

Known for her grounded, human-centered approach, Jennifer blends real-world experience with deep reflection to help leaders reconnect with who they are and how they want to lead. She has coached senior leaders through transformation, guided teams through change, and designed leadership programs that ignite clarity, confidence, and intention.

Jennifer holds a Master’s degree in Leadership from Northeastern University and is a certified Everything DiSC®, 5 Behaviors®, and CliftonStrengths® coach. Her work empowers leaders to show up with courage, lead with purpose, and create environments where people, and organizations, can truly thrive.

Jennifer McIntyre is a leadership coach, speaker, and People & Culture strategist with more than 25 years of experience helping leaders unlock their most authentic and effective selves. With a career rooted in the life sciences, pharmaceuticals, and ... Show more

I am an experienced design leader, with a special focus on narrative, visual and product design. Currently I am the Director of Design at myTomorrows, a healthtech platform that connects people with unmet medical needs to emerging therapies worldwide.

I am an experienced design leader, with a special focus on narrative, visual and product design. Currently I am the Director of Design at myTomorrows, a healthtech platform that connects people with unmet medical needs to emerging therapies worldwide... 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

Swathi Sambasivam is a NYC-based game designer, developer, and educator working at the intersection of games and mental health. She is the Lead Game Developer & Strategist at Arcade Therapeutics, where she leads the design and development of StarStarter, a cognitive-science-informed mobile game focused on emotional regulation, habit-building, and accessibility.

Swathi holds an MFA in Game Design from NYU Tisch Game Center, where she was awarded the NYU Game Center Incubator Grant (2023–2024) for her experimental game project Normal Bad Sex. Her work combines systems design, Unity development, analytics-driven iteration, and narrative play, with a focus on how games can meaningfully support mental health without sacrificing joy or playfulness.

Swathi Sambasivam is a NYC-based game designer, developer, and educator working at the intersection of games and mental health. She is the Lead Game Developer & Strategist at Arcade Therapeutics, where she leads the design and development of StarStar... Show more

Dr. Cathy Sarvis is a dynamic speaker, educator, and wellness strategist who has spent more than three decades helping individuals and organizations perform at their best—physically, mentally, and professionally. Her mission has been clear since 1988, when she began teaching aerobics while still in high school: empower people to live healthier, more energized lives and exceed the goals they once believed were out of reach.

Early in her career, Dr. Sarvis became a leader in the corporate wellness space, spending more than a decade designing and delivering instructor trainings and workplace wellness programs. She worked closely with executives and leadership teams to improve employee productivity, retention, and morale—while reducing workplace injuries, repetitive stress disorders, and rising healthcare costs. This hands-on experience shaped her ability to translate complex health and performance concepts into practical, results-driven strategies.

Dr. Sarvis graduated Summa Cum Laude and Salutatorian from Life University, earning both a Bachelor of Science in Nutrition and a Doctorate in Chiropractic. She holds chiropractic licenses in three states and practiced for 25 years in Woodstock, Georgia. Since 2008, she has also served as Adjunct Faculty at Life University, mentoring future healthcare leaders and professionals.
A pioneer in digital education, Dr. Sarvis built a global audience after amassing more than four million views on her YouTube channel, DoctorCathy. In 2009, she launched an online platform that reached tens of thousands of women worldwide, teaching natural approaches to healthy pregnancies, empowered births, and raising thriving families. Her expertise has taken her to stages across the United States and internationally, including engagements in England, Scotland, Italy, Belgium, and Costa Rica, speaking for state organizations, schools, and professional conferences.

Committed to advancing leadership within her profession, Dr. Sarvis has served on the Board of the League of Chiropractic Women since 2013 and on the Georgia Council of Chiropractic Board since 2014. From 2020 to 2025, she hosted the weekly Georgia Chiro Connection webinar series and served as a regular host and educator for multiple national platforms, including ChiroSecure’s Empowering Women in Chiropractic, ChiroTouch, and the League of Chiropractic Women—collectively reaching thousands of professionals through virtual stages.
Her leadership and impact have been widely recognized. In 2017, Dr. Sarvis was named one of the “Top 25 Chiropractors” by Dr. Josh Axe, and in 2021 she was honored as the Georgia Council of Chiropractic Chiropractor of the Year.

Beyond the accolades, Dr. Sarvis is a trusted mentor who has trained and guided more than 150 students and doctors in her office, and she continues to coach professionals and entrepreneurs to develop winning strategies for sustainable success. Known for blending wisdom, warmth, and real-world insight, she brings both authority and authenticity to every room she enters.

A proud military wife, Dr. Cathy considers her greatest joy to be her children, Anthony and Alessia. Whether traveling, laughing, or creating unforgettable memories together, they keep her grounded, inspired, and always learning.

Dr. Cathy Sarvis is a dynamic speaker, educator, and wellness strategist who has spent more than three decades helping individuals and organizations perform at their best—physically, mentally, and professionally. Her mission has been clear since 1988... Show more

I’m a Staff Engineer and Computer Engineer with 12 years of full experience in the IT industry, with passion for learning cutting-edge technologies.

I’ve participated in more than 15 projects in cross-functional teams between 6 and 12 people, with clients like Paypal, Ancestry, Salesforce, Mercedes Benz, Bancolombia, just to name a few, so I feel comfortable being involved in industries like Software, Health, Finance, Energy. etc.

In my latest projects I met Elixir and I just fell in love with this functional programming language, and how complex problems can be solved in a fancy way, tackling situations like high availability, concurrency and distributed systems.

I was one the speakers at ElixirConf 2024 in Orlando, at Code BEAM America 2025 in SF, and ExMex 2025 in Austin!!

I really enjoy being able to support and encourage the growth of the Elixir community!

I’m a Staff Engineer and Computer Engineer with 12 years of full experience in the IT industry, with passion for learning cutting-edge technologies. I’ve participated in more than 15 projects in cross-functional teams between 6 and 12 people, with... Show more

Craig Kent, MD, has spent the last 30 years dedicated to health system leadership, with a clear emphasis on expanding patient access, delivering high-quality care, and supporting treatment for medically complex cases. His career reflects a consistent commitment to academic advancement, research development, and organizational leadership across some of the nation's most respected healthcare institutions.

Dr. Craig Kent’s leadership experience began as Division Chief in Vascular Surgery at Columbia and Cornell, where he also oversaw the Vascular Service line at New York-Presbyterian Hospital. He later served as Chair of the Department of Surgery at The University of Wisconsin School of Medicine and Public Health. His responsibilities expanded at Ohio State University, where he was appointed Dean of the College of Medicine, Vice President for Health Sciences, and Co-Leader of the Health System. Most recently, he served as Executive Vice President of Health Affairs and CEO at the University of Virginia Health System.

In recognition of his work, Dr. Kent was inducted into the National Academy of Medicine. His national influence includes serving as President of the Society for Vascular Surgery, President of the Society of Surgical Chairs, and Chair of the American Board of Surgery. These roles highlight his contributions to clinical leadership and the education of future physicians.

The National Institutes of Health has continuously funded Craig Kent for over 30 years. He has chaired the NIH’s Surgery and Bioengineering study section and contributed to multiple grant review panels. His research spans molecular science and health system outcomes, with 360 peer-reviewed publications and 65 books and book chapters. His studies have appeared in leading journals, including the New England Journal of Medicine and the Journal of the American Medical Association.

His editorial work includes service as editor or associate editor for the Annals of Vascular Surgery, Contemporary Surgery, and Haimovici’s Vascular Surgery. He has also held positions on editorial boards for numerous peer-reviewed journals, contributing to scholarly discourse across a broad range of surgical topics.

Craig Kent, MD, has been invited to speak at over 120 academic medical centers as a Visiting Professor or Keynote Speaker. During his time as CEO of UVA Health, the organization experienced notable growth. Annual revenue increased from $2.5 billion to $4.7 billion, and patient care delivery nearly doubled. Quality performance reached its highest levels in a decade, and staff satisfaction increased by more than 15 percent despite the broader challenges facing the healthcare industry during the pandemic and staffing shortages.

Under his leadership, UVA Health expanded statewide, acquiring three hospitals and a physician group in Northern Virginia, purchasing a large multi-specialty practice, and becoming a minority owner in a five-hospital system in Eastern Virginia. The UVA School of Medicine saw a $60 million increase in research funding, and Dr. Kent led the launch of the Paul and Diane Manning Institute of Biotechnology, scheduled to open in 2026.

He also played a critical role in philanthropy, helping UVA Health raise over $650 million toward a $1 billion campaign and tripling overall fundraising during his tenure. At Ohio State, he oversaw 2,100 faculty members and more than 1,200 physicians. His leadership resulted in the recruitment of over 400 faculty members, significant growth in NIH funding, the implementation of a faculty compensation plan, the development of new facilities, and annual fundraising efforts that collectively reached $200 million.

At the University of Wisconsin, Craig Kent led efforts that doubled the size and surgical volume of the Department of Surgery and improved its NIH ranking from 26th to 5th in the country. Following the merger of NewYork-Presbyterian Hospitals, he unified the vascular surgery programs at Columbia and Cornell, helping to establish one of the nation’s leading academic vascular surgery programs.

Numerous honors have marked Dr. Kent’s academic and clinical career. He served as an associate professor at Harvard Medical School and held professorships at Cornell, Columbia, the University of Wisconsin, Ohio State, and the University of Virginia. His recognitions include induction into Alpha Omega Alpha at the University of California, San Francisco; the Fred and Ester Nusz Annual Achievement Award; the Harold Bengloff Award for Teaching; and the E. J. Wylie Traveling Fellowship. He has also received multiple Top Doctor and Best Doctor awards for his clinical contributions.

He earned a Bachelor of Science from the University of Nevada, Reno, and a Doctor of Medicine from the University of California, San Francisco. His postdoctoral training includes surgical residency at UCSF, a vascular research fellowship at Brigham and Women’s Hospital, an endovascular fellowship at the Cleveland Clinic, and leadership development at the Harvard School of Public Health. He has held medical licenses in Massachusetts, New York, Wisconsin, Ohio, and Virginia.

Dr. Kent is actively involved in numerous professional organizations, including the American College of Surgeons, the American Heart Association, the Society for Vascular Surgery, the American Surgical Association, the Society of Surgical Chairs, the International Surgical Group, the American Board of Surgery, the Blue Ridge Academic Health Group, and the Academy of Master Surgeon Educators.

Craig Kent, MD, has spent the last 30 years dedicated to health system leadership, with a clear emphasis on expanding patient access, delivering high-quality care, and supporting treatment for medically complex cases. His career reflects a consistent... Show more

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