Austin Blair serves as Dean of Admission & Marketing for the OSF HealthCare Colleges of Nursing, overseeing strategic enrollment management for Saint Francis Medical Center College of Nursing in Peoria and Saint Anthony College of Nursing in Rockford. With over a decade of experience in higher education leadership, Austin has led digital transformations, mission-driven campaigns, and CRM innovation that produced record enrollment and retention growth across multiple campuses.

Austin Blair serves as Dean of Admission & Marketing for the OSF HealthCare Colleges of Nursing, overseeing strategic enrollment management for Saint Francis Medical Center College of Nursing in Peoria and Saint Anthony College of Nursing in Rockford... Show more

Khader Ahmed Mohammed is a seasoned IT professional with nearly two decades of experience designing and delivering enterprise applications and business process management solutions for global organizations. His expertise spans PEGA PRPC, Java/J2EE, Adobe CQ5, and cloud technologies, with a strong focus on enterprise integration and automation across healthcare, finance, and insurance domains.
Throughout his career, Khader has contributed to complex transformation programs for top Fortune 500 clients across the United States, United Kingdom, Japan, and Bahrain. His work has consistently focused on optimizing workflows, enhancing operational efficiency, and driving digital transformation through scalable, high-performance systems. At Centene Corporation, he led the design and development of enterprise workflow platforms that streamlined appeals, grievances, and call-center operations, integrating AI-driven automation and secure cloud architectures to improve compliance and business agility.
Before joining Centene, Khader held senior consulting and development roles with organizations such as AmeriCloud Solutions, Virtusa, Accenture, Polaris Software Lab, and Atos Origin. His projects have ranged from healthcare workflow systems and insurance claim automation to global trade settlement platforms and content-driven enterprise portals. Across these engagements, he has been recognized for his leadership in architecture design, system migration to AWS environments, and the seamless integration of complex applications across diverse technology ecosystems.
Khader’s educational foundation includes a Master of Science in Information Systems from Andhra University and a Bachelor of Computer Applications from Acharya Nagarjuna University. He also holds professional certifications as a PEGA Certified System Architect and PEGA Certified Senior System Architect, underscoring his technical depth and commitment to excellence.
Widely respected for his adaptability, analytical mindset, and problem-solving capabilities, Khader continues to apply his cross-domain expertise to deliver innovative technology solutions. His international exposure and deep technical proficiency make him a trusted leader in aligning business objectives with intelligent, sustainable technology strategies.

Khader Ahmed Mohammed is a seasoned IT professional with nearly two decades of experience designing and delivering enterprise applications and business process management solutions for global organizations. His expertise spans PEGA PRPC, Java/J2EE, A... Show more

Marc Lehmann is passionate about supporting people and organizations to realize their full potential. He currently lives this passion as a methodology coach and ‘Manager Methodology & Coaching’ in Varian.
Marc holds a degree in Software Engineering. In >15 years of experience in software service and consulting, he has assumed different roles and worked with many companies. Agile principles and practices have always been a major theme in his work.

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Marc Lehmann is passionate about supporting people and organizations to realize their full potential. He currently lives this passion as a methodology coach and ‘Manager Methodology & Coaching’ in Varian. Marc holds a degree in Software Engineering.... Show more

Dr. Heather is a leadership strategist, physician, and founder of Solutionists International Consulting. With more than 20 years of leadership and leadership development experience, she helps high-achieving and emerging professionals build sustainable leadership journeys rooted in clarity, well-being, and impact.

Throughout her career, Dr. Heather has worked with brilliant, mission-driven leaders who care deeply about their teams and organizations—but who often face the hidden strain that leadership can bring. Her work focuses on helping leaders move beyond burnout, misalignment, and uncertainty to rediscover purpose, strengthen team cohesion, and lead with renewed energy.

As a speaker, coach, trainer, and consultant, she partners with organizations to address complex leadership challenges with practical strategies that produce lasting results. Her engaging and thoughtful approach encourages deep reflection while equipping audiences with tools they can immediately apply.

Dr. Heather’s academic background includes a Bachelor’s degree in Mathematics from Paine College (HBCU), a Master’s degree in International Health from Trident University, and a medical degree from the Latin American School of Medicine—one of the most diverse medical schools in the world. She is also a Maxwell Leadership Certified Team Member and a DISC Behavioral Analysis Consultant.

She draws on a diverse background in mathematics, global health, medicine, and leadership development to bring a multidisciplinary, human-centered perspective to every engagement. Dr. Heather helps leaders reconnect with their strengths, align with their values, and lead in ways that sustain both performance and well-being.

Her sessions leave audiences with greater clarity, stronger communication, healthier leadership habits, and a renewed vision for the future.

Dr. Heather is a leadership strategist, physician, and founder of Solutionists International Consulting. With more than 20 years of leadership and leadership development experience, she helps high-achieving and emerging professionals build sustainabl... Show more

My business is named SelfL. SelfL is a mental health awareness brand with a purpose far beyond products. While the business offers thoughtfully designed apparel and accessories, these are just tools in our mission. At its core, SelfL is dedicated to fostering open conversations about mental well-being. We believe mental health awareness is vital in today’s world, and everything we create is a catalyst for connection, reflection, and mutual support. We aim to break stigma, empower conversations, and make mental wellness part of everyday life.

My 'why' for creating SelfL is deeply personal. I’ve faced mental health struggles throughout my life, and when I lost my younger brother to suicide in 2021, it was a pivotal moment. I recognized I had been on a similar path, but one thing that pulled me back from the edge was dance—it truly saved my life. Even at my lowest last year last year, I achieved incredible things—like being number one nationally in sales. That taught me if I can achieve that at my worst, imagine what’s possible at my best. SelfL is about offering that hope to others.

Looking forward to hearing if there’s an opportunity that aligns. Thank you again for your interest and support!

My business is named SelfL. SelfL is a mental health awareness brand with a purpose far beyond products. While the business offers thoughtfully designed apparel and accessories, these are just tools in our mission. At its core, SelfL is dedicated to ... Show more

Dami Junaid is a Senior Business Analyst with a strong product lens, helping teams navigate complexity and ambiguity to deliver outcomes that put users first. Her expertise lies in early-stage thinking and product discovery: clarifying problems, grounding decisions in user insight, and translating them into clear, actionable direction for delivery teams.

With 9+ years of experience across digital products in startups, mid-size, and Fortune 500 companies, Dami has worked across Healthcare, Retail (E-commerce), Automotive, and Finance, supporting both B2C and B2B organisations through digital transformation and product delivery. She specialises in reducing delivery risk, enabling strategic alignment, thriving in uncertain situations by asking the right questions and helping teams move forward with confidence rather than assumptions.

Dami has worked internationally across the USA, Canada, and the UK, bringing a global, people-centred perspective to collaboration and problem-solving. Outside of work, Dami enjoys solo travel, exploring new cultures, singing, and swimming — all of which keeps her curious, grounded and intentional in how she shows up professionally.

Dami Junaid is a Senior Business Analyst with a strong product lens, helping teams navigate complexity and ambiguity to deliver outcomes that put users first. Her expertise lies in early-stage thinking and product discovery: clarifying problems, grou... Show more

Banu is a product professional with close to 20 years of experience in product development and operations. She has worked across multiple industries such as fintech, health tech, martech, contact centre and civic tech building solutions for a customer centric outcome. As an avid enthusiast, she teaches and mentors on various topics in product management. She has been a featured speaker on many prestigious stages such as Grace Hopper Celebration, Microsoft Learn, SAS Top 10 Women in Data Analytics and other stages promoting learning and growth to professionals across the world.

Banu is a product professional with close to 20 years of experience in product development and operations. She has worked across multiple industries such as fintech, health tech, martech, contact centre and civic tech building solutions for a custome... Show more

Biomedical engineer with more than 15 years of expertise.

Biomedical engineer with more than 15 years of expertise. Show more

Mahamadou Ballo is an author passionate about spirituality and personal development. Through his writing, he explores the hidden blocks that prevent people from manifesting the life they truly desire. His mission is to help readers discover their inner power and transform their thoughts into reality.

Mahamadou Ballo is an author passionate about spirituality and personal development. Through his writing, he explores the hidden blocks that prevent people from manifesting the life they truly desire. His mission is to help readers discover their inn... Show more

Naveen Parameshwarappa is a technology professional with nearly 14 years of experience in web and cloud technologies, currently working as an Architect and Project Manager at Deloitte Consulting LLC in Dallas, Texas. His expertise focuses on Salesforce, Java, and J2EE technologies, with particular experience in government and healthcare projects.
At Deloitte, Naveen has worked on major government modernization initiatives including projects for the New York State Department of Health's Medicaid Eligibility Modernization system serving more than 8 million individuals, the Illinois Department of Public Health's Long-Term Licensing & Certification System, and the CDC's Vaccine Administration Management System supporting 13 million vaccine administrations across multiple jurisdictions. His work on the Illinois licensing system helped reduce application completion time by 35% through improved OmniScript flows and automation.
Prior to Deloitte, Naveen spent several years at Tata Consultancy Services working on banking and financial services projects for Bank of America. His contributions included developing mobile payment solutions for over 4 million digital wallet customers, enhancing security frameworks that achieved a 45% reduction in fraudulent activities, and building mobile remote check deposit capabilities serving 4 million active mobile users.
Naveen is currently pursuing a Master's degree in Engineering Management at Cornell University. He holds a Bachelor of Engineering in Information Science from Siddaganga Institute of Technology and completed executive education in Product Management at UC Berkeley's Haas School of Business. His professional certifications include Project Management Professional (PMP), multiple Salesforce certifications including Sales Cloud and App Builder, AWS Certified Developer Associate, and SAFe 4 Certified Practitioner. He has also published research on digital image watermarking using empirical mode decomposition.

Naveen Parameshwarappa is a technology professional with nearly 14 years of experience in web and cloud technologies, currently working as an Architect and Project Manager at Deloitte Consulting LLC in Dallas, Texas. His expertise focuses on Salesfor... Show more

Rudi Schmidt serves as CEO at the Amanahyat Institute in Abu Dhabi (AIAD) and as Managing Partner at Seven Shams (7S). AIAD evaluates biomedical organizations and companies, their assets and business models for family offices, sovereign wealth funds, and Private Equity in the context of financing rounds, M&A and due diligence reviews. 7S oversees GCC/UAE market entries in the regulated environments of life sciences, biotech, AI, and digital platforms.

Before AIAD, Rudi served as COO at the Institute for Healthier Living Abu Dhabi and as CEO at !mmunetrue, a company that analyzes immunological patterns across diseases and treatments.

Rudi Schmidt also spent 15 years at Asklepios Hospitals, the 2nd largest hospital chain in Europe, the last 7 years as EVP Precision Medicine, and as CEO of several Asklepios affiliates, including a metagenome company and a provider of Real-World Data in precision medicine for commercial R&D.

In previous leadership positions, Rudi was responsible for Corporate Communications and Investor Relations at Europe's largest listed IT system house (Bechtle AG) and at debitel AG, a joint venture between DaimlerChrysler, Metro and EP, which was later acquired by Swisscom AG.

Rudi Schmidt serves as CEO at the Amanahyat Institute in Abu Dhabi (AIAD) and as Managing Partner at Seven Shams (7S). AIAD evaluates biomedical organizations and companies, their assets and business models for family offices, sovereign wealth funds,... Show more

Simone is a Public Health Dietitian with the Healthy Communities team at Interior Health. She has 18 years of experience supporting food literacy education in schools and using evidence-informed approaches for teaching nutrition. Simone was a project lead for the development of the Hands on Food resource and she participated in the provincial working group that developed the Teach Food First toolkit. Simone holds a Bachelor of Sciences in Nutrition and Dietetics with the University of British Columbia and has a graduate certificate in Educational Neuroscience from the University of Calgary. She is grateful to live and work on the traditional, unceded territories of the Secwepemc peoples.

Simone is a Public Health Dietitian with the Healthy Communities team at Interior Health. She has 18 years of experience supporting food literacy education in schools and using evidence-informed approaches for teaching nutrition. Simone was a project... Show more

Christine leads the technology initiatives and drives innovation to enhance efficiency, optimize processes, and deliver even greater value for her customers. With over three decades of business system implementation experience, she brings her wealth of knowledge, extensive hands-on experience, and innovative mindset to streamline and elevate technological capabilities not only for her company but in her work as mentor, trainer, and advocate for STEAM and STEM initiatives throughout the world. Prior to her current position, she ran her own boutique Microsoft Partner firm specializing in leveraging Dynamics 365 and Power Platform to meet everyday business needs of her customers across a variety of organizational types in widely diverse industries, including energy, oil and gas, DOD/government, healthcare, project management, aerospace, manufacturing, and construction.

As a Microsoft Certified Trainer since 2007, she has created courseware for various Microsoft technologies and solutions and contributed as a subject matter expert for the Dynamics CE, F&O, and PP certification exams as well as several of the Azure and Windows Dev exams. Christine is passionate about mentoring young women who are interested in technology careers and STEAM in general. She has participated as a mentor, judge, and member of the advisory council for the San Diego Women’s Hackathon, a yearly event for young women in high school. She has also taken part in events for Power Platform School, DigiGirlz, WIT, and Imagine Cup.

In addition to her many certifications and accreditations, Christine is a two-time Microsoft Most Valuable Professional (MVP) awardee (2024: BizApps/Power Apps, 2014 – 2026: Project) in recognition for her commitment to helping others and technical leadership. MVPs make up a global community of over 4,000 technical experts and community leaders across 90 countries/regions and are driven by their passion, community spirit, and quest for knowledge.

Christine leads the technology initiatives and drives innovation to enhance efficiency, optimize processes, and deliver even greater value for her customers. With over three decades of business system implementation experience, she brings her wealth ... Show more

Shovan Saha serves as Associate Director of Clinical Data Management at Daiichi Sankyo with over 18 years of comprehensive clinical trial experience spanning the complete lifecycle from study startup through database lock activities. Specializing in oncology for 14+ years, he has served as Lead Data Manager and Program Clinical Data Manager for five FDA-submitted and approved cancer treatments across breast cancer, hepatocellular carcinoma, melanoma, pancreatic neuroendocrine tumors, and tuberous sclerosis complex. His expertise encompasses Phase I-IV studies with particular strength in Phase III pivotal trials that achieved regulatory approval. Shovan demonstrates technical proficiency across multiple Clinical Data Management Systems including Oracle Clinical, Oracle RDC, Inform, Rave, Clintrail, and PHOSCO, complemented by expertise in data visualization platforms such as Spotfire, ICRS, and J-Review.
With 12+ years successfully managing international CRO relationships, he currently leads multidisciplinary teams of 4-6 staff while providing strategic oversight for complex global initiatives including electronic SAE reporting system implementation and safety database integration. He previously held the Certified Clinical Data Manager (CCDM) designation from SCDM and earned his Master of Science in Biotechnology from Bangalore University. Currently, Shovan is advancing multiple antibody-drug conjugate (ADC) treatment projects across non-small cell lung, gastric, prostate, and breast cancers toward regulatory approval, maintaining the highest standards of data integrity and regulatory compliance throughout the drug development process.

Shovan Saha serves as Associate Director of Clinical Data Management at Daiichi Sankyo with over 18 years of comprehensive clinical trial experience spanning the complete lifecycle from study startup through database lock activities. Specializing in ... Show more

Gratitude is The Attitude!. I am a Uterine and Cervical Cancer survivor. I have experienced many places throughout my 26 years of disability. As a mom, student, and small business owner/entrepreneur, I am a fountain of knowledge. In 2026 I am spreading awareness about various disabled person issues. I want to share my experiences with others, to educate and inform the community what it means to be labeled "disabled". I am a living testimony of faith, walking in love, and advocate of many people in the community.

Gratitude is The Attitude!. I am a Uterine and Cervical Cancer survivor. I have experienced many places throughout my 26 years of disability. As a mom, student, and small business owner/entrepreneur, I am a fountain of knowledge. In 2026 I am spreadi... Show more

Magda Rocha is a trained midwife who in 2023 transformed her passion for quality and technology into a career as a Quality Assurance Analyst.

She is an active member of Geek Girls and the The Test Tribe Porto community, where she has delivered inspiring talks on QA and career change (soft skills).

She is the founder of a Toastmasters club, regularly giving speeches that blend communication skills with her professional expertise. Beyond tech, she is a percussionist in a musical group, a competitive runner since 2016, and practices Pilates and swimming, reflecting her dedication to balance and well-being.

Magda is also the CEO of Nursingbaby101, a maternal health initiative that combines her clinical knowledge with leadership and entrepreneurial skills. She has a strong interest in the intersection of automation and human curation, exploring how QA processes can combine technology with critical judgment.

Magda Rocha is a trained midwife who in 2023 transformed her passion for quality and technology into a career as a Quality Assurance Analyst. She is an active member of Geek Girls and the The Test Tribe Porto community, where she has delivered in... Show more

I’m a Senior Machine Learning Engineer with proven track record of building AI systems across domains including finance, geospatial intelligence, healthcare, and environmental monitoring. My experience spans startups, research labs, and global enterprises, delivering real-world impact through deep learning, computer vision, and scalable MLOps pipelines.

Currently, at Schneider Electric, I'm a part of the Global Finance team working on AI-based solutions for financial intelligence. Previously, I led aerial imagery computer vision-based pipelines at MGGP Aero and developed end-to-end MLOps infrastructure at AI Clearing. My academic work at Shanghai Jiao Tong University focused on deep learning models for mammographic diagnostics where I published research articles at international IEEE conferences.

I’m a Senior Machine Learning Engineer with proven track record of building AI systems across domains including finance, geospatial intelligence, healthcare, and environmental monitoring. My experience spans startups, research labs, and global enterp... Show more

Sierra Domb is a globally recognized speaker, health communicator, medical advocate, and research collaborator who has helped advance education, physician-patient communication, and care for under-recognized neurological and chronic conditions, including Visual Snow Syndrome, Erythromelalgia, autoimmune disorders, and overlooked topics in women’s health and neuroscience. She has created research collaborations, global educational resources, and patient-centered humanitarian programs that promote health literacy, resilience through adversity, and healthcare reform. Drawing on her personal experience living with complex medical conditions, Sierra has transformed challenges into actionable efforts that educate, inspire, and bridge gaps between patients, doctors, and researchers. Her presentations combine personal, professional, and academic expertise with compassion and science, making complex ideas accessible, highlighting the connection between physical and mental health, and providing practical, evidence-based strategies to help audiences better understand and navigate healthcare.

Sierra Domb is a globally recognized speaker, health communicator, medical advocate, and research collaborator who has helped advance education, physician-patient communication, and care for under-recognized neurological and chronic conditions, inclu... Show more

Gregory Serdahl’s working life has unfolded through consistent effort, practical responsibility, and long-term engagement with people and organizations. His career reflects a measured progression across creative study, nonprofit leadership, and therapeutic wellness, rather than a narrow or accelerated path. By combining leadership roles with hands-on practice, he developed an approach rooted in experience, accountability, and sustained service.

Across multiple decades, Gregory has operated in environments that required both structure and personal involvement. His professional background includes managing nonprofit arts organizations and later founding and operating a national wellness company. These roles placed him in collaboration with professional athletes, institutional clients, and public figures. In each setting, he focused on reliability, ethical conduct, and systems designed to function effectively over time.

Gregory’s academic journey began at the University of California, Irvine, where he earned a Bachelor of Arts in Theater between 1983 and 1986. His studies emphasized collaboration, performance theory, and disciplined preparation. These academic foundations later supported his professional work by strengthening communication skills, observation, and awareness of physical presence. During this period, he was a member of Phi Beta Kappa, reflecting his commitment to academic engagement and structured learning.

A formative experience during Gregory’s early development was a year spent abroad at the University of Bergen in Oslo, Norway (1983-84). Living and studying in an international environment exposed him to different cultural perspectives and daily practices. This period encouraged adaptability and independence, qualities that later influenced his leadership style and approach to professional relationships.

After completing his education, Gregory entered the nonprofit arts sector and became artistic director of the Alisal Center for the Fine Arts. The organization served a primarily Hispanic migrant farmworker community by providing access to cultural programs and educational opportunities. From January 1986 to January 1989, he was responsible for daily operations, budgeting, fundraising, and community engagement. This role strengthened his ability to lead mission-driven organizations while remaining responsive to the needs of underserved populations.

Gregory’s transition into wellness followed his participation in massage programs at Michael O'Shea's Sport Training Institute. In 1991, he founded Serdahl Associates, which later became Massage America, Ltd. His goal was to build a massage and wellness organization capable of operating within large institutional environments. Under his leadership, the company managed massage programs for Crunch Fitness, several New York Sports Club locations, and the New York Football Giants during the Dan Reeves era.

Massage America later partnered with Mount Sinai and NYU hospitals, the Printing House Athletic Club, and the Manhattan Athletic Club. Gregory oversaw staffing, operations, and service consistency across these settings. These responsibilities reinforced his understanding of how therapeutic services can be integrated into athletic, medical, and corporate systems while maintaining professional standards.

Alongside his role as a business owner, Gregory continued to work directly with clients. His practice included individuals from politics, professional sports, media, and the arts. On one notable day, his schedule included Ed Koch, Lawrence Taylor, Edgar Bronfman, Katharine Hepburn, and Arthur Ashe. These experiences reflected trust developed through discretion, technical skill, and steady practice.

Gregory’s therapeutic background includes deep tissue massage, Swedish techniques, trigger point therapy, myofascial release, and craniosacral therapy. He also incorporates yoga, Pilates, Yogic Neuromuscular Therapy, as taught by the late Dyal Singh Khalsa, Gyrotonics training, and certification as a Biodynamic Craniosacral Therapist. Having employed more than 500 massage therapists throughout his career, he remains actively engaged in his profession today, continuing his work with a focus on responsibility, long-term service, and honoring the teachings of the late Canadian Poet and Philosopher Kenneth George Mills through his role as President of the Kenneth G. Mills Foundation.

Gregory Serdahl’s working life has unfolded through consistent effort, practical responsibility, and long-term engagement with people and organizations. His career reflects a measured progression across creative study, nonprofit leadership, and thera... Show more

Richard Kedziora is a co-founder at Estenda Solutions, where he specializes in people and process management. As a software architect, he provides strategic technical direction, guidance, and innovative insights in the development of digital health solutions that enhance patient outcomes, reduce costs, optimize efficiencies, and elevate patient/provider satisfaction.

With nearly three decades of experience in software, Mr. Kedziora is a goal-oriented professional adept in leadership, process enhancement, project and product management, as well as governance. His contributions to Estenda's clients work have garnered multiple accolades, including a HIMSS Davies Award, and secured several patents.

Mr. Kedziora holds an MBA from West Chester University and a Bachelor of Science in Computer Science from Duquesne University, where he was honored with the Excellence in Computer Science Award. He is a frequent guest on podcasts, a speaker at various technology and healthcare conferences, and has co-authored articles in prominent technology and clinical journals.

Richard Kedziora is a co-founder at Estenda Solutions, where he specializes in people and process management. As a software architect, he provides strategic technical direction, guidance, and innovative insights in the development of digital health ... Show more

Cloud Solution Architect with 10 years of experience, Ismaël specialises in data, analytics, and AI platforms. He held various positions as a developer and architect in both pre-sales and implementation roles. On a daily basis, He contributes to the technological transformation journey of a wide range of sectors across EMEA (Healthcare, Banking, Finance, Public Sector, etc).

Cloud Solution Architect with 10 years of experience, Ismaël specialises in data, analytics, and AI platforms. He held various positions as a developer and architect in both pre-sales and implementation roles. On a daily basis, He contributes to the ... Show more

I did my Doctorate in the field computer vision for medical images. I have been working with images and textual data within medical domain. Currently, I have been involved in several projects related to bioinformatics, ML and multi-omics in veterinary science and evolutionary hologenomics. Apart from the main projects, I am working with other computer vision projects related to medical, infrastructure and other smaller projects. My future projects will include multi-modal models within health science.

I did my Doctorate in the field computer vision for medical images. I have been working with images and textual data within medical domain. Currently, I have been involved in several projects related to bioinformatics, ML and multi-omics in veterinar... Show more

Dr Victoria Stephen is an experienced doctor and international speaker.

Dr Victoria Stephen is an experienced doctor and international speaker. Show more

Samantha is a visionary who bridges the gap between ancient wisdom, modern medicine, and artificial intelligence. As the founder of Manifesting Desires, she specializes in "Human Architecture"—optimizing the physical and digital environments where we live and work. Uniquely, she is a pioneer in "Persona Engineering," having developed proprietary frameworks to architect Custom AI Agents that mimic human empathy and intuition. She teaches leaders how to build "teams of teammates" that include both humans and AI, fostering a symbiotic relationship between biological and digital consciousness to solve complex health and business challenges.

Samantha is a visionary who bridges the gap between ancient wisdom, modern medicine, and artificial intelligence. As the founder of Manifesting Desires, she specializes in "Human Architecture"—optimizing the physical and digital environments where we... Show more

Ensieh Shervin Shegeft is an analyst in the health care industry with more than twenty years of professional experience built across different organizations and roles. Her background includes project coordination, human resources support, and benefits administration, all performed with steady focus and accountability. She is known for being dependable and attentive to detail, qualities that have earned trust over time. Her work style reflects consistency and cooperation, contributing to stable outcomes and respectful professional relationships.

Shervin was born outside the United States and later relocated with her family, adapting to a new culture and environment during her formative years. Growing up in new communities required patience and resilience, which became lasting personal strengths. She completed her education step by step, earning an associate-level degree before completing a bachelor’s degree in business administration. This achievement represented a meaningful milestone and reflected dedication, perseverance, and strong family encouragement.

Shervin Shegeft entered the workforce after completing her education and gradually developed a broad range of skills across multiple industries. While building her career, she was also raising two children, balancing professional responsibilities with family needs through careful planning and discipline. She approached each position with the goal of long-term stability, valuing consistency and reliability. Her ability to manage both work and home life demonstrated commitment and a steady sense of responsibility.

Shervin considers being a mother her most important role and has always remained closely involved in her children’s lives. She regularly volunteered in educational settings, supported school events, and assisted with classroom activities whenever possible. Being present and supportive was a priority, even during demanding work periods. As her children grew older and became more independent, maintaining strong connections and shared experiences continued to guide her daily life and personal decisions.

Shervin believes in contributing to her community through practical and meaningful actions. Over the years, she has volunteered her time, shared creative skills with young students, and participated in donation efforts during seasonal holidays. These activities were motivated by a desire to help rather than by a passion for recognition. She values giving back in simple ways that foster connection and support, finding quiet fulfillment in contributing to others' well-being.

Shervin Shegeft enjoys creative activities that provide balance and relaxation outside of work. Drawing and painting are personal outlets that allow her to slow down and focus, often through small, thoughtful projects made for loved ones. She also enjoys knitting, creating valuable items that combine care and patience. These hobbies offer a sense of calm and accomplishment, reinforcing the importance of taking time for creativity and reflection.

Shervin has a strong interest in cooking and baking, often preparing meals inspired by her cultural background and sharing them with family. Food has long been a way for her to express care, connection, and gratitude. She also enjoys interior design, finding satisfaction in arranging spaces thoughtfully and creating balanced environments. This interest has sparked curiosity about exploring real estate in the future, where creativity and attention to detail align naturally.

Ensieh Shervin Shegeft values spending quality time with her family and appreciates simple shared moments, such as watching movies together when time allows. She enjoys a wide range of film styles, finding meaning in both lighthearted and reflective stories. These moments highlight what matters most to her. Across her career, personal interests, and daily routines, family remains the foundation of her life and the central influence behind her priorities.

Ensieh Shervin Shegeft is an analyst in the health care industry with more than twenty years of professional experience built across different organizations and roles. Her background includes project coordination, human resources support, and benefit... Show more

I have over 8 years of experience in the IT field and am currently pursuing a PhD in Machine Learning in Healthcare at the University of Newcastle, Australia. I have also been honoured to receive prestigious fellowships, including the CMIE and WOS-C Scientist.

I have over 8 years of experience in the IT field and am currently pursuing a PhD in Machine Learning in Healthcare at the University of Newcastle, Australia. I have also been honoured to receive prestigious fellowships, including the CMIE and WOS-C ... Show more

Rachel Wities is an NLP Researcher at Microsoft Healthcare and Life Sciences group, and a Co-Founder of MeDS - Medical Data Science Israel community.

Rachel is a public speaker addressing Healthcare NLP challenges, and believes that understanding doctors and their needs is the key to successfully implementing AI Healthcare algorithms.

Holds an M.Sc from BIU NLP lab, and previously worked as a researcher at Zebra Medical and at PayPal.

Rachel is devoted to promoting women speaking opportunities at work and outside it: during the week she is one of the leaders of Microsoft Women Speakers program, and on Shabbat she is part of a feminist Partnership Minyan in her Jewish Orthodox community.

Loves her family, God and Oxford Comma jokes.

Rachel Wities is an NLP Researcher at Microsoft Healthcare and Life Sciences group, and a Co-Founder of MeDS - Medical Data Science Israel community. Rachel is a public speaker addressing Healthcare NLP challenges, and believes that understanding ... Show more

Looking to enhance your smile? Cosmetic dentistry in Cooper City with Dr. Richard Salzmann offers advanced treatments to brighten, align, and perfect your teeth. From teeth whitening and veneers to correcting chips and discoloration, we provide personalized care with precision and expertise. Our goal is to help you achieve a natural, confident smile that lasts. Schedule your appointment today at +1 954-435-1102 and take the first step toward a flawless smile.

Looking to enhance your smile? Cosmetic dentistry in Cooper City with Dr. Richard Salzmann offers advanced treatments to brighten, align, and perfect your teeth. From teeth whitening and veneers to correcting chips and discoloration, we provide perso... Show more

Sam is a medical technician at Abbott Labs for the past 5 years. He assists with clinics, and hospitals with patient’s that have implantable heart devices (e.g., Pacemakers, Implantable Cardioverter Defibrillator, heart Monitors) that need a remote connection to their physician for diagnostics. On his spare time, he has been a Linux user for over 15 years. He is self-taught and loves working with many Linux distributions, server applications, and tools. He is an advocate of opensource software and self-hosting. His goal is to reach out and spread his knowledge to others just as the opensource community has done for him.

Sam is a medical technician at Abbott Labs for the past 5 years. He assists with clinics, and hospitals with patient’s that have implantable heart devices (e.g., Pacemakers, Implantable Cardioverter Defibrillator, heart Monitors) that need a remote c... Show more

Rickquel “Rikki” Tripp, MD MPH CDR USN FAEMS is an Associate Professor of Emergency Medicine, EMS faculty, and EMS Medical Director of 4 different EMS agencies: Penn Hills, Lower Burrell, SouthEast Regional, and Foxwall and Assistant Medical Director for City of Pittsburgh EMS. She has chaired the Networking Committee of the Physician Inclusion Council of Pitt and UPMC (PICUP) since 2017 and now serves as the first Vice Chair of Belonging, Excellence, & Engagement (BEE) of UPMC Graduate Medical Education (GME) since 2020 and first Vice Chair Engagement & Social Impact (ESI) of Department of Emergency Medicine since 2021. She is a nationally recognized expert in addressing provider implicit bias, creating health equity, and building a diverse workforce. She is a dynamic speaker and leader in addition to receiving many awards for her diversity, equity, and inclusion work such as UPMC Award for Commitment and Excellence in Service (ACES) in 2019, the University of Pittsburgh School of Medicine Social Justice Educator Award in 2023, Onyx Woman Leadership Award in 2023, YWCA Bridge Builder Award in 2023, Gateway Medical Society Healthcare Policy & Advocacy Champion Award in 2024, Iota Phi Foundation Exemplary Service Award for Medicine in 2024, and Dr. Larry E. Davis Excellence in Leadership Award in 2025. As an EMS Medical Director, Dr. Tripp has provided subject matter to numerous EMS agencies and organizations regarding health disparities and equity, provider implicit bias and strategies to mitigate bias affecting medical care, and OB/GYN emergencies. She holds MD from Johns Hopkins School of Medicine and MPH from Harvard School of Public Health along with being a Commander in the Navy Reserves. Lastly, she works as a sideline doctor for the NFL and Pittsburgh Steelers.

Rickquel “Rikki” Tripp, MD MPH CDR USN FAEMS is an Associate Professor of Emergency Medicine, EMS faculty, and EMS Medical Director of 4 different EMS agencies: Penn Hills, Lower Burrell, SouthEast Regional, and Foxwall and Assistant Medical Director... Show more