Niya Brooks has been an innovative beauty professional in the industry for over 23 years. She has a passion for education that she incorporated dividing her time between instructing students at Rowan Cabarrus Community College Cosmetology Department, working with her Vintage Beauty clients, managing backstages at New York Fashion Week and representing brands such as Olaplex, Ardell, Clubman Pinaud, and GiGi. Niya also attended Gardner Webb University pre pandemic.
In 2019 Niya set out to open a school for esthetics and then Covid 19 graced us with it's presence. During the pandemic Niya built the program curriculum to encompass all requirments set forth by the state as well as concentrating on the advanced medical esthetics. In July of 2020 construction began on 700 S. Dekalb St marking the beginning of Shelby School of Esthetics. Within a few months after cpmpletion of building construction we were licensed by the NC Board of Cosmetic Arts and enrolled our first students in January of 2021. Our advanced esthetics program launched summer of 2022 making Shelby School of Esthetics one of the first private school's to offer advanced esthetic training.
Niya’s storied career in the beauty industry includes a multitude of different roles including stylist, platform artist, esthetician, makeup artist, nail technician, national educator, and school director.
As founder and CEO of Vintage Beauty LLC based in now Shelby, NC, she has gained a reputation as a talented beauty professional with superior business acumen. Niya has a passion for education driven by her own personal success with multiple brands and her desire to share her own personal stories and experiences of changing lives through education.
Shelby School of Esthetics has been featured on WBTVs QC@3 as well as in the Shelby Star, Gaston Gazette and Spectrum News.
Niya has been featured in a number of print publications for her work at NYFW for Harlems Fashion Row and numerous Beauty Show Conferences.

Niya Brooks has been an innovative beauty professional in the industry for over 23 years. She has a passion for education that she incorporated dividing her time between instructing students at Rowan Cabarrus Community College Cosmetology Department,... Show more

Computer vision and deep learning researcher in the field of Explainable AI, Department of Computer Science and Applied Mathematics, Weizmann Institute of Science.
Lecturer of the course Applied Machine Learning for Life Sciences, Feinberg Graduate School, Weizmann Institute of Science.
Founder of WE-AI (Women and Everyone AI) organization aiming to bridge the gender gap in AI.
Graduate of Imperial College London, MEng.

Computer vision and deep learning researcher in the field of Explainable AI, Department of Computer Science and Applied Mathematics, Weizmann Institute of Science. Lecturer of the course Applied Machine Learning for Life Sciences, Feinberg Graduate... Show more

As a Health and Wellness Expert, Certified in Positive Psychology, Sarah's approach goes beyond the bottom line—it's about creating environments where everyone flourishes.

She has inspired and empowered organizations across multiple industries to shift to a people-first approach, supporting the overall mission of the organization by encouraging employees to think outside the box and maximize the team’s potential.

Her Why: To empower others so together we can inspire what’s next and positively impact the world.

Areas of expertise:
Well-being: 
Stress Management: 
Communication: 
Self-Regulation: 
Employee Engagement: 
and Leadership: 

As a Health and Wellness Expert, Certified in Positive Psychology, Sarah's approach goes beyond the bottom line—it's about creating environments where everyone flourishes. She has inspired and empowered organizations across multiple industries ... Show more

Sonali Das, 17 years seasoned Test Automation Professional, is currently working at Accenture UKI as Test Automation Associate Manager. Sonali has worked in various Industries like BFS, Insurance, Retails, Online Education system, Oil & Gas, Healthcare and Pharma Industry as QA Automation Lead/Architect and designed maintained Test Automation Framework using both Commercial and non-commercial tools like MF UFT, Selenium, WorkSoft Certify, SeeTest, SoapUI, Postman. She has expertise in a Programming language as VB scripting, Java, JavaScript, Groovy. She loves coding and exploring and learning new skills and mentoring others."

Sonali Das, 17 years seasoned Test Automation Professional, is currently working at Accenture UKI as Test Automation Associate Manager. Sonali has worked in various Industries like BFS, Insurance, Retails, Online Education system, Oil & Gas, Healthca... Show more

As an entrepreneur, I know physical en mental health is very important. Not only for myself but also the people working at Infocaster Webagency. Infocaster, based in Arnhem NL since 2004, has grown up to 30 collegues, building interactive websolutions for customers in various markets using Umbraco and .NET technology. My role is helping organizations getting grip on their goals and achieving them via online communication.

In my own time I pay a lot of attention to being vital, fit and active. By going outside every day, exercising or walking, I stay optimally fit, both physically and mentally. In addition to my work life, I am the father of two daughters and a triathlete. I have 4-5 triathlons a year, the maximum distance I do is 70.3, in addition to the competition I also participate in.

As an entrepreneur, I know physical en mental health is very important. Not only for myself but also the people working at Infocaster Webagency. Infocaster, based in Arnhem NL since 2004, has grown up to 30 collegues, building interactive websolution... Show more

Zac leads a team that designs, develops, and deploys digital products for companies big and small.

Zac leads a team that designs, develops, and deploys digital products for companies big and small. Show more

Michelle Choate MA CTC CEC is a keynote speaker, leadership coach, executive team coach, and organization development consultant with 25 years of real-world experience in organizational culture, individual, and leadership development.

Michelle helps people in complex, volatile work environments master self-leadership to effectively take back their power and exercise their influence. Emotional Intelligence practices are the foundation of Michelle’s approach, to increase self-compassion, self-awareness, and impact.

Coaching and advising clients in healthcare, nonprofits, technology, government, and higher education seek out Michelle to conceptualize solutions that build on strengths and develop skills that reflect individual and team purpose. She facilitates a collaborative process that enables individuals and teams to lead themselves and others with increased focus, clarity, and confidence.

Michelle Choate MA CTC CEC is a keynote speaker, leadership coach, executive team coach, and organization development consultant with 25 years of real-world experience in organizational culture, individual, and leadership development. Michelle he... Show more

Zoe Braiterman is an IT security consultant and startup advisor.

Zoe Braiterman is an IT security consultant and startup advisor. Show more

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Maurice Miller also known as Mr.PureProfection is a well rounded groom therapist/ Master Barber that has been in the barbering industry for over 15 years. Maurice Miller has competed in various competition, most known hair show competitions for coloring and cutting. Maurice has been an instructor & educator standing in front of hundreds educating them on his skills in the class room and on stage

O Maurice Miller also known as Mr.PureProfection is a well rounded groom therapist/ Master Barber that has been in the barbering industry for over 15 years. Maurice Miller has competed in various competition, most known hair show competitions for co... Show more

Autistforeningen er en frivillig organisasjon som søker å spre kunnskap om autisme, og er utelukkende drevet av autister selv .

Autistforeningen er en frivillig organisasjon som søker å spre kunnskap om autisme, og er utelukkende drevet av autister selv . Show more

Lauren Zerkovich is a nutrition professional with a degree from University of Nevada, Reno in Nutrition and Dietetics. She has over eight years of experience in clinical and community-based nutrition.
Her journey in empowering communities through health and nutrition began with the esteemed Head Start Program five years ago, where she has now served in both Northern and Southern California regions. During this time, she has honed her skills and passion for promoting healthy lifestyles among families and children.
Currently, as one of the Health & Nutrition Coordinators at Pacific Clinics Head Start in Pasadena, CA, she plays a pivotal role in orchestrating comprehensive support systems. Through her role, she provides vital assistance, training, and education to staff and families, ensuring they are well-equipped with the knowledge and resources to make informed decisions about their health and nutrition.

Lauren Zerkovich is a nutrition professional with a degree from University of Nevada, Reno in Nutrition and Dietetics. She has over eight years of experience in clinical and community-based nutrition. Her journey in empowering communities through he... Show more

Tara Nylese became a best-selling author in mindfulness when her book, Mindfulness in Everyday Life, hit best-seller status in Amazon’s Business Culture, Health & Stress category and Work Life Balance in the Business category. She is a LinkedIn Top Mindfulness Voice.
She is a 25+ year scientist and a corporate global senior manager. She is a dedicated member of the Kadampa Meditation Centers for 15 years. During her career, she visited many of the spiritual centers of the world and had the great fortune to attend a lecture from the Dali Lama.
Tara founded the Ten Minute Mindfulness Program as a short and simple method to improve mental and emotional well-being in personal and professional lives.
She is certified as a Meditation Instructor by the American Institute of Healthcare Professionals, MBSR by Palouse, certified in Positive Psychology from UPenn, Signature Strengths with PositivePsychology.com, and a DISC Behavioral specialist. She is an affiliate partner of Mindfulness.com.

Tara Nylese became a best-selling author in mindfulness when her book, Mindfulness in Everyday Life, hit best-seller status in Amazon’s Business Culture, Health & Stress category and Work Life Balance in the Business category. She is a LinkedIn Top M... Show more

Murty Vepuri is celebrated for his significant contributions to the pharmaceutical industry and his lifelong commitment to philanthropy. Born in a small village where educational opportunities were scarce, he was one of ten siblings in a family that valued farming and religious music. Despite facing the challenges of caste and poverty, he pursued his education with great determination, studying in local government schools and participating in his father's religious programs.

His academic excellence led him to Loyola College in Vijayawada for pre-university studies, and he later earned a Bachelor's degree in Pharmacy from Andhra University. He furthered his expertise by obtaining a Master’s degree in Biochemical Engineering and Pharmaceutical Technology, setting a solid foundation for his future career.

His professional journey began with a rotational internship at Hoechst in Mumbai, gaining valuable experience in manufacturing and laboratory roles. After completing his Master's degree, he secured a position at Bharat Salt and Chemicals in Orissa, India. In 1977, seeking better opportunities, he immigrated to the United States with minimal resources but full of determination. Starting in entry-level positions, including cleaning tablet machines, he quickly climbed the ranks at pharmaceutical companies such as PurePack (now Teva) and Barr Labs. By 1978, he joined ICN Pharmaceuticals as a production manager.

In 1984, he demonstrated his entrepreneurial spirit by founding Able Labs, navigating early challenges, and achieving significant milestones like the approval of generic Tranxene tablets and Monistat suppositories. Since 2003, he has served as an advisor to KVK Tech, aiding in the development and manufacture of affordable, high-quality, FDA-approved medications.

Alongside his professional achievements, he has been deeply committed to philanthropy. He founded the Satyaram Health Clinic in India to provide accessible healthcare to rural communities and significantly contributed to constructing a Hindu temple in Bridgewater, New Jersey. His philanthropic efforts extended to the University of Kentucky's Department of Pharmacy, enhancing its research capabilities through funding postdoctoral positions.

Murty Vepuri is a visionary leader in the pharmaceutical sector and a devoted family man who instills the values of education, compassion, and social responsibility in his children. His journey from humble beginnings to a significant career in the pharmaceutical industry epitomizes the American Dream, demonstrating how perseverance and dedication can lead to professional success and meaningful societal contributions. His legacy continues to inspire future generations, emphasizing the transformative power of hard work and philanthropy.

Murty Vepuri is celebrated for his significant contributions to the pharmaceutical industry and his lifelong commitment to philanthropy. Born in a small village where educational opportunities were scarce, he was one of ten siblings in a family that ... Show more

Yusuf Olaniyi is a final year Civil Engineering student at the University of Lagos, but his passion lies at the intersection of Data science and engineering. With over 18 months of experience building a successful career in data science, Yusuf has honed his skills through rigorous coursework and hands-on projects that showcase his talent and expertise.

During his journey, Yusuf had the opportunity to intern at TechPet Global, a company applying AI/ML in the oil industry. There, he made significant contributions by building and deploying machine learning models tailored specifically for the oil sector.

Yusuf's fascination with the power of AI and data science extends beyond the oil industry. He has a deep-rooted passion for leveraging cutting-edge technology to create real-life solutions in various sectors, including health and banking. His innovative mindset and problem-solving abilities allow him to identify opportunities where AI can drive meaningful impact, ultimately transforming industries and improving people's lives.

Beyond his academic and professional pursuits, Yusuf is an avid writer and knowledge seeker. He enjoys sharing his recent learnings and insights with others, capturing his experiences through thought-provoking articles and blog posts. Additionally, Yusuf nurtures his intellectual curiosity by diving into non-fiction books that expand his horizons and challenge his thinking.

In his leisure time, Yusuf finds joy in staying up-to-date with the latest news, particularly in the world of football. With his strong academic background, industry experience, and innate curiosity, Yusuf is a dynamic speaker who can inspire others with his real-life solutions and passion for creating a better future through technology.

Yusuf Olaniyi is a final year Civil Engineering student at the University of Lagos, but his passion lies at the intersection of Data science and engineering. With over 18 months of experience building a successful career in data science, Yusuf has ho... Show more

Katsina state a student at informatics academy Kazaure and online at Redis university where I have done a lot of project in AI IOT and robotics i work for research leader at Digital entrepreneurship incubation center katsina state

Katsina state a student at informatics academy Kazaure and online at Redis university where I have done a lot of project in AI IOT and robotics i work for research leader at Digital entrepreneurship incubation center katsina state Show more

Since 2006, I've worked in software fields including Healthcare, Bioinformatics, Virtual Reality, Insurance, Agriculture, and beyond. By day, I'm a software coach and consultant, guiding teams towards success. By night, I teach software classes at community colleges. That is, when I'm not busy with my four daughters! Who, yes, I've started on programming games and robotics.

Since 2006, I've worked in software fields including Healthcare, Bioinformatics, Virtual Reality, Insurance, Agriculture, and beyond. By day, I'm a software coach and consultant, guiding teams towards success. By night, I teach software classes at co... Show more

Stephanie served in the Army for over 22 years, first as a combat medic, and then as a behavioral health officer. After the Army she continued her work as a Licensed Clinical Social Worker and briefly worked at the Veteran’s Health. Stephanie is currently in the process of relocating and will soon be enrolling at the University of Kentucky seeking a Doctor of Social Work. Her plan is to teach active duty social workers via the Army MSW and/or Social Work Internship Program (SWIP).

Stephanie served in the Army for over 22 years, first as a combat medic, and then as a behavioral health officer. After the Army she continued her work as a Licensed Clinical Social Worker and briefly worked at the Veteran’s Health. Stephanie is cur... Show more

Monica Houston is a multifaceted business advisor. As a Certified Public Accountant (CPA), Chartered Global Management Accountant (CGMA), Certified Fraud Examiner (CFE), and Master of Personal Financial Planning (MSPFP), she serves clients in the corporate, entrepreneurial, and personal finance arenas. In the corporate arena, she has overseen the risk assurance function for numerous entities as the Chief Audit Officer for 10+ years including South Carolina Retirement System Investment Commission, National Futures Association, City of Modesto, CA and Cuyahoga County, OH. An inaugural alumnus of Ernst & Young, her audit and consulting experience spans over 30 years and includes numerous Fortune 500 companies. As principal of Monica Houston CPAs, she shepherds clients in the areas of business foundation, operations, strategy, and succession; helping them to successfully live out their dreams of entrepreneurship. She is co-author of The Black Woman’s Business Bible & Workbook. Her passion for legacy building and generational living, as well as her innate understanding of finances, has afforded her the opportunity to positively influence the financial futures of countless families as a teacher, mentor, coach, author, advocate, and board member of financial literacy programs.
A consummate professional, Monica is committed to her work and serves as a beacon for such in her community. She serves on the Academic Executive Committee of the Association of International Certified Public Accountants (AICPA). She also serves on the Audit Committee for Delta Community Credit Union, Georgia’s largest credit union with 26 branch offices and over $6 Billion in assets. She further serves as a member of the Syracuse University Multicultural Advancement Council, an organization that supports and advocates for African American and Latino alumni and students as well as manages and raises funds for the $3M+ Our Time Has Come Scholarship endowment fund. In the spirit of establishing legacy, she recently committed to the endowment of the SU Black and Latino Accounting Scholarship Fund.

Monica Houston is a multifaceted business advisor. As a Certified Public Accountant (CPA), Chartered Global Management Accountant (CGMA), Certified Fraud Examiner (CFE), and Master of Personal Financial Planning (MSPFP), she serves clients in the co... Show more

Research student; Highly passionate about Innovation and R&D, with 11 Indian patents filed and published. My work has been recognized with 2 national awards and 2 awards on the international stage. Interested in venturing into the health tech and FinTech industries; Working towards establishing startups in these areas.

Research student; Highly passionate about Innovation and R&D, with 11 Indian patents filed and published. My work has been recognized with 2 national awards and 2 awards on the international stage. Interested in venturing into the health tech and Fin... Show more

A certified public speaker who has a keen interest in personal development. Khadijat has anchored tech events which includes; Devfest Ibadan 2022 which had 2000 attendees, Google I/O extended that had over 200 attendees, Women in Engineering (WIE-UISB) training and seminar, charity events for children, and the aged which had 500 beneficiaries and also moderated online events which include a presidential debate and a critical thinking/brainstorming session amongst others.
She enjoys volunteering in her leisure time.

A certified public speaker who has a keen interest in personal development. Khadijat has anchored tech events which includes; Devfest Ibadan 2022 which had 2000 attendees, Google I/O extended that had over 200 attendees, Women in Engineering (WIE-U... Show more

Master Educator, Certified Hairloss Specialist & Founder of Salon Elegance Hair Loss Studio Inc, Nicole Ferguson, specialize in non-surgical hair replacement and medical hairloss.

Master Educator, Certified Hairloss Specialist & Founder of Salon Elegance Hair Loss Studio Inc, Nicole Ferguson, specialize in non-surgical hair replacement and medical hairloss. Show more

Dr. Colby T. Ford is a computational biologist and cloud AI architect at Tuple who specializes in building cloud-based solutions for the life sciences. He's the author of "Genomics in the Azure Cloud" (O'Reilly, 2022) and is a Microsoft Most Valuable Professional awardee for his work relating to bioinformatics in the Azure cloud. Outside of his consulting work, he is a visiting scholar at UNC Charlotte’s CIPHER research center where he works in infectious diseases, protein modeling, AI-based drug discovery, and more.

Dr. Colby T. Ford is a computational biologist and cloud AI architect at Tuple who specializes in building cloud-based solutions for the life sciences. He's the author of "Genomics in the Azure Cloud" (O'Reilly, 2022) and is a Microsoft Most Valuable... Show more

My role is to develop the digital innovation strategy and implementation roadmap for developing solutions across technologies to support the company’s growth ambitions. Provide high-level leadership and expertise in digital and my relationship with the business unit’s vertical market.

My role is to develop the digital innovation strategy and implementation roadmap for developing solutions across technologies to support the company’s growth ambitions. Provide high-level leadership and expertise in digital and my relationship with t... Show more

Providing clients solutions across the Microsoft Dynamics 365 platform to meet the client's unique requirements.

Providing clients solutions across the Microsoft Dynamics 365 platform to meet the client's unique requirements. Show more

I' a software developer and consultant for about 20 years now, specializing in insurance & automotive industries.
I love to code serverless applications in AWS, Azure & GCP and apps in .net core, blazor, angular & flutter frameworks.
Any new technology is a new journey of challenges.

I' a software developer and consultant for about 20 years now, specializing in insurance & automotive industries. I love to code serverless applications in AWS, Azure & GCP and apps in .net core, blazor, angular & flutter frameworks. Any new techno... Show more

Nidhi is an experienced Product Manager and resident SME on anything Martech. She has been designing and executing human experience-centric, result-oriented solutions including Martech solutions for Srijan’s clients.
She is an experienced marketer with a stronghold on strategizing, executing and delivering customer experience-based solutions and customer-centric brands. She’s passionate about simple communications with measurable impact.

Nidhi is an experienced Product Manager and resident SME on anything Martech. She has been designing and executing human experience-centric, result-oriented solutions including Martech solutions for Srijan’s clients. She is an experienced marketer w... Show more

I am an undergraduate student of Computer Science at Taraba University.
I am so passionate about technology, exploring new opportunities and learning.
My technical skills include the use of Kotlin for mobile development and proficient in web development using HTML, CSS and Javascript.
I am a Google Developer student club Alumni and presently a GitHub Campus Expert, Postman Student Leader and Microsoft Learn student ambassador.

I am an undergraduate student of Computer Science at Taraba University. I am so passionate about technology, exploring new opportunities and learning. My technical skills include the use of Kotlin for mobile development and proficient in web deve... Show more

My name is Alaina Monique, Licensed Esthetician and CEO of Love Laine Body Sugaring & Wellness Spa, est. 2019. I specialize in the most natural epilation process of hair removal and provide a gender neutral environment where we all can normalize self care with confidence!
I am happy to be the first to bring Sugaring hair removal to the Midsouth. After perfecting the craft, I became a trainer for Tapira in 2020. Since then I have traveled to certify a number of fellow Estheticians, from Chicago, New York and even Barbados. In 2023, I competed in my first skincare competition, The Skin Games, where I competed and won First and Second place awards in the Sugaring categories. You can even find me at an IECSC representing Tapira! It continues to be the best paste that I have used! Sugaring is a specialty service that requires more patience and mindful thinking. Your clients will love it because it reduces ingrown hair dramatically!! Learning and growing will be consistent. I am happy to bring to you a highly sought after technique! Are you ready for a more natural approach to hair removal??

My name is Alaina Monique, Licensed Esthetician and CEO of Love Laine Body Sugaring & Wellness Spa, est. 2019. I specialize in the most natural epilation process of hair removal and provide a gender neutral environment where we all can normalize self... Show more

Mayowa Ajala brings a wealth of experience as a seasoned Flutter developer, equipped with the technical prowess to construct robust and user-centric digital platforms.

Mayowa's journey as a UX designer extraordinaire has been fueled by an unyielding passion to create solutions that address pressing mental health and psychological challenges. Mayowa is dedicated to harnessing technology's potential to enhance the well-being of individuals and communities. He firmly believes that through innovation and collaborative efforts, a brighter and mentally healthier world can be paved.

Mayowa Ajala brings a wealth of experience as a seasoned Flutter developer, equipped with the technical prowess to construct robust and user-centric digital platforms. Mayowa's journey as a UX designer extraordinaire has been fueled by an unyieldi... Show more

Agada Virtue Ene is a dedicated researcher and PhD student at the University of Ibadan, Nigeria, specializing in data mining and its applications in cybersecurity and healthcare service delivery. With a Master's degree in Computer Science, earning a distinction, and a Bachelor's degree in Technology from the Federal University of Technology Minna, where she graduated as the valedictorian with a remarkable GPA of 4.17, Virtue has demonstrated exceptional academic excellence and a passion for research.

Her research interests encompass data mining, with a focus on cybersecurity and healthcare service delivery. She has conducted groundbreaking research on improving phishing techniques in Nigerian social media platforms, showcasing her expertise in the field.

Currently pursuing her PhD, Virtue is investigating the applications of data mining in healthcare service delivery, drawing from her personal experiences as a new mother. Her firsthand experiences navigating healthcare centers during antenatal care have fueled her passion for improving healthcare service delivery and enhancing patient satisfaction through data-driven approaches.

In addition to her academic pursuits, Virtue is actively engaged in teaching and volunteers at an NGO. She is committed to making meaningful contributions to academia and society through her research in data mining and its applications.

Agada Virtue Ene is a dedicated researcher and PhD student at the University of Ibadan, Nigeria, specializing in data mining and its applications in cybersecurity and healthcare service delivery. With a Master's degree in Computer Science, earning ... Show more