Dr. Sandya Venugopal is an award-winning neurosurgeon-scientist, public policy scholar, and interdisciplinary leader with accomplishments across academic, government, and private sectors. Her global expertise spans healthcare, public health, scientific research, health policy, data analytics, bioethics, regulatory compliance, and technological innovation—all applied to advancing impactful solutions for societal and policy challenges.

Committed to fostering inclusive and forward-thinking dialogue, Sandya leverages her diverse background to inspire meaningful change. Her contributions bridge the gap between advanced technologies and humanity’s needs, offering fresh perspectives on how innovation can transform lives ethically and equitably.

Dr. Sandya Venugopal is an award-winning neurosurgeon-scientist, public policy scholar, and interdisciplinary leader with accomplishments across academic, government, and private sectors. Her global expertise spans healthcare, public health, scientif... 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

I am a distinguished data science leader. I currently serve as Senior Director at Axtria Inc., where I lead the company’s decision science business across the Midwest and West Coast. I manage a five million dollar portfolio and guide a team of high performing data scientists who build advanced analytics and AI solutions for global biopharmaceutical clients. My work focuses on transforming commercial decision making, improving patient outcomes, and institutionalizing data driven strategies across large enterprises.

At Axtria, I have led several pioneering analytics initiatives. I developed a patient journey map for a cardiomyopathy therapy by analyzing more than fifty thousand EMR and claims records. This work uncovered diagnostic delays, identified adherence gaps, and enabled targeted interventions that improved therapy initiation by fifteen percent and adherence by twenty percent. For a leading HIV drug, I designed and implemented advanced multi touch attribution models that quantified the influence of interactions across HCPs, pharmacies, and digital channels, enabling more precise promotional decision making. I also built a comprehensive omnichannel orchestration strategy for a cancer drug, aligning marketing, medical, and compliance functions to deliver synchronized and compliant outreach. In addition, my work in econometric modeling for a CNS drug delivered a ten percent uplift in total sales through optimized budget allocation and a clear understanding of channel effectiveness.

My thought leadership has been featured at leading international conferences. I have delivered keynote addresses at the IEEE International Conference on Communication, Computer Sciences and Engineering and have been invited to speak at the IEEE International Conference on Contemporary Computing and Communications. My talk titled Leveraging Data Science for Transformative Healthcare Outcomes received significant engagement for its practical approach to integrating predictive analytics into healthcare ecosystem design. I have also contributed multiple scholarly works to international journals and IEEE venues, including Leveraging Statistical Programming for Adaptive Clinical Trial Designs at ICCSCM, Innovations in Multi Touch Attribution Models at the IEEE ESCI Conference, and Revolutionizing Customer Experience Through NLP and Sentiment Analysis Strategies at the IEEE CICTN Conference.

Across my career, I have been driven by a consistent mission to unlock measurable value through data. I have mentored and developed high performing analytics teams, scaled global capabilities, and advised senior leaders across healthcare, life sciences, insurance, retail, and manufacturing. My work stands at the intersection of strategy, analytics, and technology, ensuring that organizations can translate complex data into decisions that elevate outcomes for patients, customers, and businesses.

I have a proven track record of building, scaling, and elevating high-performing analytics and data science teams across multiple geographies. Throughout my leadership roles at Axtria, TheMathCompany, and Mu Sigma, I have hired and developed dozens of data scientists, analysts, and decision science professionals—creating strong talent pipelines, capability-building frameworks, and onboarding programs that accelerate both readiness and long-term success. I am deeply committed to coaching and mentoring, providing structured career development, real-time feedback, and hands-on guidance that helps my teams grow into strategic, client-facing leaders. My leadership style blends technical depth with people-focused mentorship, enabling me to build teams known for analytical rigor, commercial impact, and exceptional professional growth.

I continue to anchor my work in innovation, academic rigor, and a commitment to improving healthcare systems through the power of data science and artificial intelligence. My journey reflects a belief that the right analytical models, when combined with the right strategic intent, can meaningfully improve lives at scale.

I am a distinguished data science leader. I currently serve as Senior Director at Axtria Inc., where I lead the company’s decision science business across the Midwest and West Coast. I manage a five million dollar portfolio and guide a team of high p... Show more

Prakash Easwaran is a seasoned Implementation and Delivery Leader with over 18 years of experience driving large-scale healthcare technology transformations for Medicaid, Medicare, and commercial health plans. He brings deep domain expertise across Population Health Management, Long-Term Services and Supports (LTSS), Social Determinants of Health (SDoH), and regulatory letter automation, delivering solutions that improve compliance, operational efficiency, and member outcomes. Prakash has led complex implementations involving SDoH identification and community resource integrations, zero-touch and compliance-driven letter automation, and LTSS-aligned care management workflows, enabling health plans to meet stringent CMS and state Medicaid requirements while modernizing legacy systems. Currently serving as a Senior Implementation Manager and Solution Architect at ZeOmega, Prakash has successfully implemented and upgraded the Jiva Population Health platform for multiple state Medicaid agencies and Blue Cross plans. His work spans Care Management, Utilization Management, Appeals & Grievances, and Population Health, where he consistently minimizes customization by aligning client needs with out-of-the-box platform capabilities to ensure scalability and long-term sustainability. Prakash has architected and delivered highly complex integrations using real-time APIs, batch interfaces, and EDI X12 278 standards, connecting care management platforms with claims, eligibility, provider, state Medicaid, and third-party systems. He is widely recognized for his ability to translate regulatory and operational requirements into robust technical architectures, ensuring accurate data exchange, system integrity, and audit readiness across interconnected healthcare ecosystems. A trusted leader in regulatory correspondence and letter automation, Prakash has overseen the configuration of hundreds of Medicare and Medicaid-compliant letter templates, including denial, approval, and appeals correspondence. His automation initiatives have eliminated manual intervention through rules-driven workflows, embedded QA controls, and seamless integration with fulfillment systems, significantly reducing compliance risk and operational cost. With a strong foundation in product management, systems integration, and business analysis, Prakash excels at leading cross-functional teams, mentoring analysts, and partnering with client executives and state agencies. His background includes roles at ZeOmega, Accenture, Cognizant, HCL, and Satyam, supported by advanced certifications in Agile Product Management, SAFe, healthcare administration (PAHM/FAHM), and Design Thinking from Stanford University. Prakash is known for delivering mission-critical healthcare solutions that are compliant, scalable, and outcomes-driven.

Prakash Easwaran is a seasoned Implementation and Delivery Leader with over 18 years of experience driving large-scale healthcare technology transformations for Medicaid, Medicare, and commercial health plans. He brings deep domain expertise across P... Show more

Srinivas Maddela is a Senior SAS Programmer and Clinical Data Analytics professional with over 12 years of experience supporting Phase I–IV clinical trials across oncology and other therapeutic areas. Based in Austin, Texas, he specializes in end-to-end clinical data programming for regulatory submissions, with deep expertise in CDISC standards, including SDTM, ADaM, and define.xml development. Srinivas has extensive hands-on experience delivering FDA-compliant submission packages, including annotated CRFs, SDTM and ADaM datasets, reviewer guides (ADRG and cSDRG), and high-quality Tables, Listings, and Figures (TLFs). He has contributed to multiple Integrated Summaries of Safety (ISS) and Efficacy (ISE), pharmacovigilance reports (DSUR, PSUR, PBRER), and global regulatory submissions, including FDA and PMDA (Japan). His work consistently meets the highest standards of accuracy, traceability, and regulatory compliance. Throughout his career, Srinivas has collaborated closely with biostatisticians, data managers, and clinical teams to design, develop, validate, and QC complex safety and efficacy datasets. He is highly proficient in SAS/BASE, SAS/Macro, SAS/STAT, SAS/GRAPH, SAS/ODS, and SAS/SQL, and regularly leverages Pinnacle 21 for SDTM and ADaM validation. His technical expertise also includes survival analysis, PK/PD and exposure-response datasets, NONMEM data preparation, and advanced statistical outputs such as Kaplan-Meier plots and forest plots.
Srinivas holds a Master of Science in Information Systems Technologies from Wilmington University and a Bachelor of Pharmacy from Osmania University. He is a BASE SAS certified professional and a Registered Pharmacist, uniquely combining technical programming excellence with strong domain knowledge in drug development and clinical research. He is known for his reliability, attention to detail, and ability to deliver high-quality clinical programming solutions in fast-paced, submission-driven environments.

Srinivas Maddela is a Senior SAS Programmer and Clinical Data Analytics professional with over 12 years of experience supporting Phase I–IV clinical trials across oncology and other therapeutic areas. Based in Austin, Texas, he specializes in end-to-... Show more

Seasoned information security and privacy professional with deep expertise in healthcare information technology security, Epic Systems administration, identity and access management (IAM), and data protection. I specialize in securing electronic health record (EHR) environments, ensuring HIPAA compliance, mitigating access risks, and driving secure system implementations.

Seasoned information security and privacy professional with deep expertise in healthcare information technology security, Epic Systems administration, identity and access management (IAM), and data protection. I specialize in securing electronic heal... Show more

Hari Kolasani is a CTO and Senior Platform Architect with extensive expertise in Generative AI, cloud technologies, and healthcare informatics. He specializes in developing enterprise-scale platforms with an API-first approach, particularly focusing on HL7-FHIR integration and GenAI applications.

Currently serving as Gen AI Architect at Republic Services in Phoenix, AZ, Hari previously held CTO/Architect positions at NourishedRx, Oplus AI, and Solera Health where he built innovative healthcare platforms leveraging AWS Bedrock, GCP Vertex AI, and SMART on FHIR standards.

His most recent interest is in Model Context Protocol (MCP), having built an MCP Server for EMRs named AgentCare that enables seamless integration with electronic medical record systems. With over 25 years of experience spanning IoT, mobile development, and enterprise architecture,

Hari has consistently delivered cutting-edge solutions across industries, with particular depth in healthcare technology integration and AI implementation.

He holds an MS in Industrial Engineering from IIT Kharagpur

Hari Kolasani is a CTO and Senior Platform Architect with extensive expertise in Generative AI, cloud technologies, and healthcare informatics. He specializes in developing enterprise-scale platforms with an API-first approach, particularly focusing ... Show more

Healthcare IT Program Manager | Cloud & Infrastructure Migration | M&A | Data Archival | Regulatory Compliance | PMP | AWS | Azure

Healthcare IT Program Manager | Cloud & Infrastructure Migration | M&A | Data Archival | Regulatory Compliance | PMP | AWS | Azure Show more

Sumaiya has 15+ years of experience in diverse leadership roles including AI & Product Strategy, Product Development & Management, Digital Transformation and Talent Management. She has won many accolades throughout her career and has been honored as 40under40. Sumaiya also sits on a BOD of a global company.
She made it to the list of Top 20 global Product Leaders of 2023 and she is recognized as Top 100 most influential women of Canada. She is on Claro Top 100 AI & Tech Leaders list and is bestowed Global Recognition Awards twice. Sumaiya also won Chief Product Officer of the year 2024.

Currently she is Chief Product Officer at a category defining AI and Web3.0 company. Previously she served as Chief Product Strategy Officer and earlier she was VP of HR & Digital Transformation. She has worked with Telenor enabling them with their digital transformation. At IBM, she had 3 global roles and she led Technology M&As across 50+ countries in Asia Pacific, Middle East and Africa enabling IBM to be an AI & Cloud company. As part of executive team, she has closed millions of dollars of funding for companies.

Sumaiya is a graduate of IBM Leadership Development Program. She is a Startup Advisor, Fulbright scholar with MS/MBA from Purdue University, INSEAD certified Digital Strategy Expert, Certified AI PM and an Engineer with experience of managing cross-functional teams across 6 continents (being based in 4 continents) with Fortune100 multinationals and tech start-ups. She serves on Harvard Business Review (HBR) Advisory Council, World Economic Forum’s AI Council and is on Canadian Web3.0 Committee (Canadian Blockchain Consortium). Sumaiya also collaborates with MIT, University of Toronto and University of Washington for advising portfolio startups across NA and globally specifically in AI, Ethical AI, Product, Technology and Healthcare domains.

As a researcher, keynote speaker, and thought leader, Sumaiya contributes extensively to the global AI and Product community through publications, speaking engagements, media appearances, board and advisory roles. Sumaiya has a strong commitment to mentorship and has mentored 1000s of individuals across the globe. She is also a published author in high-impact peer reviewed journals. Her areas of research are AI based Product Development, Bioinformatics & Biotechnology, Machine Learning/Deep Learning, Neural Networks, Computational Biology and Cybersecurity.

She speaks frequently at multiple forums globally. Sumaiya has spoken at US State Department with delegates from 47 countries including US Congress members. Also gave a talk at Grace Hopper Conference, attended by more than 40K technologists world-wide. Sumaiya has also been a Keynote speaker at University of Toronto and at several industry events including Google DevFest and IEEE. Sumaiya’s work has been featured in national and global media like Al Jazeera, Financial Post, National Post, Telegraph.

Outside work, Sumaiya is a staunch supporter of women and human rights, education and health for underprivileged individuals and Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion. She loves travelling, learning new things especially technology and history, meeting people from diverse backgrounds and experiencing new cultures.

Sumaiya has 15+ years of experience in diverse leadership roles including AI & Product Strategy, Product Development & Management, Digital Transformation and Talent Management. She has won many accolades throughout her career and has been honored as ... Show more

Registered Nutritionist & Expert in Clinical Nutrition and Diagnostics

Efi has been a dedicated nutritionist since 2006, with a strong academic foundation and over 15 years of professional experience. She earned her degree in Nutrition and Dietetics in Greece before completing a master’s degree in Diabetes Mellitus in London. Her passion for advancing healthcare led her to conduct research on insulin sensitivity and diabetes at the renowned August Krogh Institute in Copenhagen.

Now based in Germany, Efi has expanded her expertise as a registered nutritionist specializing in diagnostics for complex health issues, working in close collaboration with doctors. Her integrative approach combines science-backed nutritional strategies, diagnostic evaluations, and therapeutic interventions, such as vitamin and mineral infusion therapy. Certified in managing irritable bowel syndrome and gut microbiome health, Efi is skilled at interpreting bloodwork to recommend tailored supplement regimens.

Efi's work is deeply patient-centered, addressing the needs of infants, children, and adults. Her methods include motivational techniques, systemic analysis, and intuitive eating, ensuring a holistic approach to wellness. In cooperation with medical professionals, she also incorporates bioidentical hormone therapy into treatment plans.

Efi's areas of expertise span metabolic disorders, autoimmune diseases, gastrointestinal health, fertility and pregnancy nutrition, food intolerances, and more. Whether guiding patients through post-surgical nutrition or managing chronic conditions, she empowers individuals to achieve sustainable health and well-being.

Her philosophy echoes the timeless wisdom of Hippocrates:
"Let food be thy medicine, and medicine be thy food."

Registered Nutritionist & Expert in Clinical Nutrition and Diagnostics Efi has been a dedicated nutritionist since 2006, with a strong academic foundation and over 15 years of professional experience. She earned her degree in Nutrition and Diete... 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

Brian is a software / data engineer and bioinformatician with 15 years experience in preclinical data, clinical data, clinical biomarkers and real-world data and 35 years in software architecture and data engineering.

He is also the Twin Cities (MN) Bits-In-Bio city captain.

Brian is a software / data engineer and bioinformatician with 15 years experience in preclinical data, clinical data, clinical biomarkers and real-world data and 35 years in software architecture and data engineering. He is also the Twin Cities (M... 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

KuenHung is a seasoned statistical programmer with over a decade of experience in both academic research and the pharmaceutical industry. After earning a master’s degree in Statistics in 2010, he began his career at the Institute of Statistical Science, Academia Sinica in Taiwan, building a strong foundation in R for data visualization and algorithm optimization. In 2013, he joined Parexel, working with both SAS and R, and translated a statistical method from R to SAS using PROC IML. He published two SAS visualization papers at PharmaSUG China and presented a Shiny-based study timeline visualization dashboard for programmer resource management at EU PhUSE. Now a Manager and Technical Lead at IQVIA, he actively contributes to R initiatives, serves on the R Task Force, and is deeply involved in R training.

KuenHung is a seasoned statistical programmer with over a decade of experience in both academic research and the pharmaceutical industry. After earning a master’s degree in Statistics in 2010, he began his career at the Institute of Statistical Scien... 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

I am Senthil Kumar M. Founder CEO Jiovio Healthcare with a great passion for innovating through technology to solve real life problems. I have innovated in fields like wireless network, , maternal healthcare, and filed nearly 10 patents for the same.

I am Senthil Kumar M. Founder CEO Jiovio Healthcare with a great passion for innovating through technology to solve real life problems. I have innovated in fields like wireless network, , maternal healthcare, and filed nearly 10 patents for the same. Show more

Bandanawaz Mulla is a highly accomplished Senior Software Engineering Manager with over 19 years of experience in technical engineering management, solution architecture, and agile delivery. He has a proven track record of leading cross-functional teams and delivering impactful results across diverse domains, including healthcare IT, cloud platforms, and data management. With expertise in solution architecture, program management, data analytics, and the implementation of complex IT systems, Bandanawaz consistently drives cutting-edge solutions that align with business goals. His leadership in Agile environments—managing multiple Scrum teams and navigating the complexities of designing and deploying high-performance applications—highlights his ability to deliver transformative solutions.
Bandanawaz’s deep knowledge of cloud technologies, particularly AWS, and his expertise in data warehousing methodologies, including Kimball and Inmon approaches, have allowed him to design high-performance, scalable solutions for large enterprises. His experience in healthcare IT, specifically in the Medicare and Medicaid domains, is complemented by his certifications, such as AHIP and AWS Solution Architect Associate. Through his leadership, he has played a key role in advancing healthcare solutions by designing applications that streamline operations for both providers and members
Additionally, Bandanawaz is skilled in product strategy, release management, and stakeholder engagement. He is committed to improving operational efficiency and advancing healthcare solutions through technology. His achievements have been recognized through numerous awards, including the Cigna Standout Awards, IGSI AT&T Best Performance Award, and IBM Manager’s Choice Award. Bandanawaz’s blend of technical expertise, leadership, and passion for delivering impactful solutions continues to drive excellence in software engineering and healthcare technology management.

Bandanawaz Mulla is a highly accomplished Senior Software Engineering Manager with over 19 years of experience in technical engineering management, solution architecture, and agile delivery. He has a proven track record of leading cross-functional te... Show more

Visionary engineering leader and architect with 20+ years of experience, transforming health and mobile technologies. Designed innovative solutions, multi-tenant platforms, and led the deployment of 200+ mobile apps, including applications for COVID-19 trials with leading pharmaceutical companies. Driven high-impact software and R&D initiatives across startups and enterprises, contributing to successful acquisitions and shaping the future of decentralized trials. With deep expertise in software architecture, cloud platforms, and mobile technologies, I’m dedicated to architecting innovation, health, and mobility for a connected future.

Visionary engineering leader and architect with 20+ years of experience, transforming health and mobile technologies. Designed innovative solutions, multi-tenant platforms, and led the deployment of 200+ mobile apps, including applications for COVID-... Show more

With over 20 years of experience, Vince has a proven record of consistently solving business problems and building high-performing teams. His expertise spans strategic brand management and integrated marketing communications, enabling him to partner closely with stakeholders to drive impactful marketing communications programs that align with and achieve business objectives.

As head of digital and social media marketing for UCHealth (USNWR #1 in CO and Top 20 Nationally), Vince spearheaded the development of one of the top-rated digital marketing programs, websites, and patient apps in the healthcare industry, as recognized by Gartner. Currently, as Vice President of Brand and Digital Marketing for MemorialCare, he leads the full marketing function for a prominent healthcare system that includes a stand-alone children's hospital serving Los Angeles and Orange County.

With over 20 years of experience, Vince has a proven record of consistently solving business problems and building high-performing teams. His expertise spans strategic brand management and integrated marketing communications, enabling him to partner ... Show more

Devipriya Raju is a ML intern at Cybera,Inc., holding a master's degree in data science from the University of Wisconsin. Her current research focuses primarily on Deep Learning in the domain of Medical Imaging. With three years of industry experience in Python and R programming, she has gained valuable expertise in implementing cutting-edge methodologies. Her research interests include the detection of Alzheimer's, breast cancer analysis and tracking of MS lesions on fMRI images. She is also currently working on her thesis, under the guidance of two esteemed professors, Dr. Nilanjan Ray and Dr. Punithakumar, at the University of Alberta, as a crucial component of her second master's program in Computing Science. During her leisure time, she enjoys hiking and capturing the beauty of nature through her lens. During her leisure time, she enjoys hiking and capturing the beauty of nature through her lens.

Devipriya Raju is a ML intern at Cybera,Inc., holding a master's degree in data science from the University of Wisconsin. Her current research focuses primarily on Deep Learning in the domain of Medical Imaging. With three years of industry experienc... Show more

Jay is a national expert on aging and disability services, Long-Term Services and Supports (LTSS), health policy, and assistive technology. Before joining Guidehouse, he served under three governors as the State Director for Aging and Adult Services where he was responsible for a wide range of Home and Community-Based Services (HCBS) for vulnerable adults, including the administration of the Older Americans Act, Medicaid 1915c waiver programs, protective services, and public guardianship. He was also Vice President for State Markets for a global healthcare IT company where he served as an SME for state clients. He also led the Human and Social Services division efforts related to data analytics, machine learning, and AI for Medicaid and other vulnerable adult populations. Jay is passionate about technology and helps states evaluate and envision how technology can help them meet current and future goals and objectives.

In his current role with Guidehouse, and as a former state government leader, professor, and President of the National Association of State Units on Aging and Disability; Jay has worked closely with state and federal leadership on strengthening protections for vulnerable adults and people with SMI / SUD, developing clinical and performance benchmarking data for recipients of traditional and Managed LTSS services. Jay has more than 13 years of experience leading the development and implementation of state programs such as 1915(b)(c)(i) and 1115 waivers, No Wrong Door (NWD) / Single Entry Point for LTSS, Balancing Incentive Program, Money Follows the Person, and administration of HCBS services. As an SME, he has testified before Congress and various state legislative committees and subcommittees.

As a tenured professor, he developed the first nationally accredited graduate program in Long-Term Care (LTC) administration and he has developed and taught graduate-level courses in statistics, research methods, public policy, healthcare administration, aging and disability services networks, and applied data analytics.

As a state director and later as an SME at Guidehouse, he applies these academic techniques to support the administration and oversight of state programs and services. He develops, promotes, and maintains relationships with leaders at health systems, government agencies, universities, and associations to drive a better understanding of the need to integrate health, social, and behavioral supports.

Jay provides clients with valuable insight, policy, and program consulting, budget analysis, and technical assistance while empowering them to realize success in areas such as organizational assessment, risk mitigation strategies, applied data analytics (including reimbursement and fee schedule analysis, network adequacy, budget neutrality, rate setting, and alternative payment models) for both FFS and Managed HCBS and LTC environments, program development, enhancing federal match, interagency collaborations, stakeholder engagement, and state planning services.

Jay is a national expert on aging and disability services, Long-Term Services and Supports (LTSS), health policy, and assistive technology. Before joining Guidehouse, he served under three governors as the State Director for Aging and Adult Services ... Show more

Bobbak Mozafari is a chiropractor with nearly 15 years of experience, serving as the owner and lead practitioner at Kinetic Spine & Rehab. Throughout his career, he has maintained a patient-centered approach, offering both in-person and virtual assessments, diagnoses, and treatment plans. He takes time to listen to each patient’s concerns, monitor their progress, and adjust care to promote both immediate relief and lasting improvement. In addition to his clinical work, he is committed to education, mentoring new chiropractic professionals, and assisting chiropractic assistants in preparing for their licensing exams. His focus on evidence-based practice is the foundation of his care philosophy, and he encourages others in the field to uphold these standards.

At Kinetic Spine & Rehab, Bobbak Mozafari frequently collaborates with primary care physicians, physiatrists, and surgeons, particularly when cases necessitate a multidisciplinary approach. This teamwork ensures that patients receive comprehensive care tailored to their unique needs. He is also responsible for managing daily clinic operations, which include hiring and training staff, coordinating patient visits, and fostering a supportive environment that enables both patients and employees to thrive. These efforts have contributed to building a strong, cohesive clinic culture that is dedicated to delivering high-quality care.

The clinic’s success is rooted in a commitment to quality over quantity. Kinetic Spine & Rehab typically sees up to 130 patient visits each week and maintains a patient improvement rate above 74% within 30 days. The majority of new patients come from referrals, reflecting the trust that the community places in the clinic’s services. The clinic’s high Net Promoter Score and numerous positive reviews reinforce its reputation as a reliable resource for chiropractic and rehabilitation care in the area.

Strong relationships with other medical professionals are a priority for Bobbak Mozafari, as he believes open communication and collaboration lead to the best outcomes for patients. These professional connections have helped position Kinetic Spine & Rehab as a respected provider of evidence-based, non-surgical pain management and rehabilitation.

Community involvement is also important to him. He regularly supports local charities, volunteers his time, and participates in educational outreach. Outside of work, he enjoys following a variety of sports and maintaining family traditions. Through his continued dedication to patient care, education, and community service, Bobbak Mozafari remains committed to making a positive difference in chiropractic medicine.

Bobbak Mozafari is a chiropractor with nearly 15 years of experience, serving as the owner and lead practitioner at Kinetic Spine & Rehab. Throughout his career, he has maintained a patient-centered approach, offering both in-person and virtual asses... Show more

Dr. med. Katharina Jacoby 👩‍⚕️💻
**Emergency Physician → Clinical Systems Engineer**

I’m an **emergency physician** who builds **software and automation tools** to fix real-world clinical problems.
As a **Clinical Systems Engineer**, I work at the intersection of **medicine and technical implementation**, focusing on:
- **Small, auditable tools** (FastAPI, SQLite, scikit-learn) that **fit into existing workflows**.
- **Safety, transparency, and rollback paths**—because **patient care always comes first**.
- **Local-first design** (no cloud dependencies, no unnecessary data sharing).
- **Advice-only systems**—**augmenting** clinical work, never replacing judgment.

Dr. med. Katharina Jacoby 👩‍⚕️💻 **Emergency Physician → Clinical Systems Engineer** I’m an **emergency physician** who builds **software and automation tools** to fix real-world clinical problems. As a **Clinical Systems Engineer**, I work at... Show more

22 year old medical student at the University of Zimbabwe. I focus on using C# to make user facing applications and solving real world problems.

22 year old medical student at the University of Zimbabwe. I focus on using C# to make user facing applications and solving real world problems. Show more

Delivery-focused, PMP, SAFe, ICAgile, Microsoft, and CSM-certified product leader with strong business acumen and proven success leading cross-functional teams across PMO, SaaS, Go-To-Market, Analytics, and Enterprise Software in Digital Health, Medical Device, and Healthcare AI.

Project Management Responsibilities:
 Managed and oversaw PMO functions, aligning project objectives with strategic goals to ensure effective execution.
 Implemented processes to deliver projects on time, within budget, and to quality standards.
 Created Jira dashboards to aggregate data across projects, accounts, departments, and company levels, enhancing delivery effectiveness, resource utilization, and quality management.
 Defined and translated market needs into technical requirements, quickly architecting, designing, and delivering high-quality, cost-effective solutions.
 Led and developed Agile mindsets within teams through Lean-Agile leadership practices and principles.
 Directed global cross-functional teams to achieve seamless system and subsystem integration.

Technical Oversight:
 Drove Healthcare AI initiatives, including ED strategies, ACO pricing, care gap strategies, and provider scribing.
 Implemented Digital Health & IT solutions in Value-Based Care, Point of Care, and Clinical Decision Support, with a focus on Patient Engagement, Care Management, Quality Management, and Analytics.
 Integrated and implemented EPIC, eClinical Works, Health Plan, NextGen, Kaiser Health Plan, KERN, MedPoint, and LANES, managing data across Clinical, Claim, Behavioral Health, Pharmacy, SDOH, and ADT domains.
 Led enterprise IT solutions in medical imaging and IT, specializing in New Product Introduction (NPI) for ultrasound devices.
 Adapted Agile/Scrum development processes for global teams, improving product quality and reducing costs.

Authored eight research papers and scholarly articles on AI, healthcare, Agentic AI, and project management, published by PMI, IEEE, and renowned journals.
Active peer reviewer for the Journal of Evaluation in Clinical Practice (Wiley), IEEE Conferences, and the International Journal of Global Innovations and Solutions (IJGIS).
Contributing author for the Project Management Institute (PMI), Association for Project Management (APM), and IEEE.
Speaker at PMI, Cognizant, University of Wisconsin-Milwaukee on "PMI & PMO," American Association of Information Technology Professionals (AAITP), and The New World Foundation (TNWF).
Panel judge for prestigious awards, including the Globee Awards, Claro AI Awards, Vega Awards, Fierce Healthcare Innovation Award, PMI - PMO of the Year Award, and NASA's Tech Rising Challenge.

Certification
With Project Management Institute (PMI):
-Project Management Professional (PMP)® – Project Management Institute, 2013
-Generative AI Overview for Project Managers
-Data Landscape of GenAI for Project Managers
-Talking to AI: Prompt Engineering for Project Managers
-Practical Application of Generative AI for Project Managers
Certified ScrumMaster (CSM) – Scrum Alliance, 2014
SAFe® Agilist – Scaled Agile, 2021
ICAgile Certified Professional in Agile Team Facilitation (ICP-ATF) – ICAgile
ICAgile Certified Professional in Agile Coaching (ICP-ACC) – ICAgile

Delivery-focused, PMP, SAFe, ICAgile, Microsoft, and CSM-certified product leader with strong business acumen and proven success leading cross-functional teams across PMO, SaaS, Go-To-Market, Analytics, and Enterprise Software in Digital Health, Medi... Show more

I am a Healthcare Data Analyst specializing in Infectious Diseases, transforming clinical and epidemiological data into actionable insights to improve patient care, infection prevention, and public health strategies. I also focus on the HIV and pregnancy domain, supporting maternal health, treatment adherence, and interventions to prevent mother-to-child HIV transmission.

I am a Healthcare Data Analyst specializing in Infectious Diseases, transforming clinical and epidemiological data into actionable insights to improve patient care, infection prevention, and public health strategies. I also focus on the HIV and pregn... Show more

[Dr. Alexander Jarasch](https://www.linkedin.com/in/alexanderjarasch/) is Neo4j’s Global Head of Pharma & Life Sciences at Neo4j, the graph database and analytics leader. He specializes in AI, ML, and data engineering within this domain. He also works on combining GenAI with knowledge graphs for target identification, competitive intelligence and in supply chain. With a bioinformatics background, his career spans chemistry, biotech, pharma, and IT. Dr. Jarasch has received numerous awards for innovative analytics techniques such as knowledge graphs to combat diseases such as diabetes. Prior to Neo4j, Dr Jarasch was the Head of Data and Knowledge Management at the German Center for Diabetes Research (DZD), following prior roles at Roche Diagnostics, the Max Planck Institute for Biochemistry, and other organizations.  He speaks frequently at major healthcare conferences and his published articles can be found in peer-review journals such as SCIENCE, PNAS, Nature Structural & Molecular Biology and Bioinformatics.

[Dr. Alexander Jarasch](https://www.linkedin.com/in/alexanderjarasch/) is Neo4j’s Global Head of Pharma & Life Sciences at Neo4j, the graph database and analytics leader. He specializes in AI, ML, and data engineering within this domain. He also work... Show more

Aikerim is a data-driven healthcare finance professional specializing in Revenue Cycle Management and financial optimization. As a Senior BI Analyst at Memorial Healthcare System, she leverages data analytics, SQL, Tableau, and EPIC EHR to identify payment discrepancies and enhance financial efficiency.

With a Master of Science in Data Analytics from Nova Southeastern University and extensive experience in large-scale healthcare data systems, she has played a pivotal role in modernizing payment integrity processes.

A 2024 Women Changing the World Awards Winner, Aikerim is passionate about using data science to preserve government funds, prevent revenue leakage, and drive innovation in healthcare finance. She regularly presents at industry events, sharing insights on leveraging machine learning and data analytics to optimize revenue cycle performance.

Aikerim is a data-driven healthcare finance professional specializing in Revenue Cycle Management and financial optimization. As a Senior BI Analyst at Memorial Healthcare System, she leverages data analytics, SQL, Tableau, and EPIC EHR to identify p... Show more

Alexis Duque est VP of Engineering et co-fondateur de Net AI, une spin-out de l’University of Edinburgh qui développe des solutions cloud-natives basées sur l'AI/ML d’analyse, de prédiction et d’optimisation des réseaux mobiles 4G/5G/6G.

Il est également consultant en Data Science, Machine Learning et IoT appliqués aux domaines des sciences du sports et de la santé.

Depuis 2015, il a dirigé la stratégie de recherche et d'innovation d’un bureau d’étude spécialisé dans la conception IoT où il a collaborer avec le monde universitaire pour combler le fossé entre l'IoT, la cybersécurité et le Machine Learning.

Il a obtenu un doctorat en Informatique de l'Université de Lyon, un diplôme d’Ingénieur en Télécommunications de l'INSA Lyon et un Master 2 Recherche en Science de l'Entraînement et Optimisation de la Performance Sportive . Au cours de son doctorat, il a développé une technologie brevetée permettant une communication bidirectionnelle par lumière visible pour les appareils IoT.

Ses intérêts de recherche se situent au carrefour de l’IoT, du Machine Learning et des Sciences du sport.

Alexis Duque est VP of Engineering et co-fondateur de Net AI, une spin-out de l’University of Edinburgh qui développe des solutions cloud-natives basées sur l'AI/ML d’analyse, de prédiction et d’optimisation des réseaux mobiles 4G/5G/6G. Il est ég... Show more

After writing my master's thesis "Federated Learning on Brain Lesion Segmentation" at TU Munich, I joined DKFZ to be a part of developing Kaapana platform. My main focus is to make the platform extensible and provide necessary tools to the community in order for them to customize Kaapana based on their needs. I also participate in research which focuses on applications of federated learning on real world medical imaging data.

After writing my master's thesis "Federated Learning on Brain Lesion Segmentation" at TU Munich, I joined DKFZ to be a part of developing Kaapana platform. My main focus is to make the platform extensible and provide necessary tools to the community ... Show more