Health & Medical

Health professionals looking to deliver care, enhance well-being and address physical and mental health challenges

Ingeborg Hawighorst

Ingeborg Hawighorst

I love solving problems with technology. Working across the whole spectrum of the M365 product suite, SharePoint, Teams, and the Power Platform apps are the main topics of my day job. Charts and data visualisation with Excel and Power BI are my favourite topics, but I also like a good dig around data with Power Query and DAX. I've been working with SharePoint for over 15 years, building sites, process automation and online integrations. After hours I spend a lot of time in online forums for Excel with the web alias "teylyn". As an end user, I prefer solutions that use the built-in functionality and as little custom code as possible. I've been a Microsoft MVP since 2012.

I love solving problems with technology. Working across the whole spectrum of the M365 product suite, SharePoint, Teams, and the Power Platform apps are the main topics of my day job. Charts and data visualisation with Excel and Power BI are my favou... Show more

Parabhnoor Singh Mehra

Parabhnoor Singh Mehra

I am currently in my final year studying B.Sc. in Artificial Intelligence and Machine Learning, with a strong interest in how machines can learn and make decisions. I have hands-on experience with various Machine Learning projects and enjoy sharing my knowledge with others. I’ve given talks at college events and love breaking down complex topics into simple, fun explanations. My goal is to make this session interactive and help everyone understand the basics of Machine Learning, even if you’re new to it. Let’s explore the world of AI together.

I am currently in my final year studying B.Sc. in Artificial Intelligence and Machine Learning, with a strong interest in how machines can learn and make decisions. I have hands-on experience with various Machine Learning projects and enjoy sharing m... Show more

Sridhar Rangu

Sridhar Rangu

Sridhar Rangu is a Senior Project/Program Manager with over 20 years of IT experience, leading strategic digital transformation initiatives across industries. He specializes in aligning technology solutions with business objectives, delivering AI-powered automation, enterprise cloud migrations, and large-scale modernization programs that maximize ROI.

Currently with CVS Health through XSell Resources, Sridhar drives initiatives that optimize system architectures, accelerate delivery cycles, and enhance customer experiences. His career spans leadership in Pre-Sales strategy, Professional Services delivery, and cross-functional team management, successfully guiding onshore and offshore engineers to deliver complex, high-value projects.

Sridhar holds a Bachelor’s degree in Engineering and an Executive MBA from Quantic School of Business. A certified PMP, he is passionate about fostering innovation, mentoring the next generation of leaders, and helping organizations embrace emerging technologies to stay ahead in an AI-driven world.

Sridhar Rangu is a Senior Project/Program Manager with over 20 years of IT experience, leading strategic digital transformation initiatives across industries. He specializes in aligning technology solutions with business objectives, delivering AI-pow... Show more

Meenakshi Sundaram D

Meenakshi Sundaram D

https://www.linkedin.com/in/dmsmtech

https://www.linkedin.com/in/dmsmtech Show more

Jason Cole

Jason Cole

Jason is the CEO of Da Primus Consulting and the organizer of the Denver CTO Lunch. He has been building software companies, products, and teams for over 30 years and has been part of the Boulder/Denver startup community for 15 years.

Jason is the CEO of Da Primus Consulting and the organizer of the Denver CTO Lunch. He has been building software companies, products, and teams for over 30 years and has been part of the Boulder/Denver startup community for 15 years. Show more

Tiffany Laster

Tiffany Laster

Enthusiastic tech consultant. A master chef of digital strategy. Perpetually curious. Looking to innovate for national and global companies.

Enthusiastic tech consultant. A master chef of digital strategy. Perpetually curious. Looking to innovate for national and global companies. Show more

Danny Hearit

Danny Hearit

My name is Danny Hearit (she/they) and I have 15 years of experience as a software engineer and architect focusing on web, automated testing, developer advocacy and DEI in the workplace. It has been a work dream of mine to present at a public conference and I am very excited to share my visual, engaging and knowledgeable presentations with you all!

My name is Danny Hearit (she/they) and I have 15 years of experience as a software engineer and architect focusing on web, automated testing, developer advocacy and DEI in the workplace. It has been a work dream of mine to present at a public confere... Show more

Uchenna Nnamadim

Uchenna Nnamadim

Uchenna Nnamadim
Senior Software QA Engineer | Speaker | Mentor

Uchenna Nnamadim is an experienced Senior Software QA Engineer dedicated to enhancing quality and innovation in software development. With over six years of expertise across various sectors, including Healthcare, MedTech, Fintech, and payment platforms, Uchenna has successfully led multiple teams to improve product stability through automation, process optimization, and cross-team collaboration.

Currently, Uchenna plays an important role in building scalable testing frameworks, automating regression tests, and reducing post-release defects at MedMe Health. His leadership has resulted in a 60% increase in test coverage and a 25% reduction in testing cycle times. Before joining MedMe Health, he contributed significantly to streamlining QA operations at Carbon Finance, achieving a 100% on-time delivery rate across multiple projects.

Uchenna is adept with modern testing tools such as Cypress, Appium, JIRA, and Postman, and is proficient in JavaScript and cloud services like AWS. His extensive experience working remotely over the past four years has made him skilled in managing distributed teams and workflows.

Additionally, Uchenna mentors junior engineers, guiding them in their careers and advocating for continuous learning and quality improvement. In his free time, he enjoys motorcycle riding and bike touring.

Uchenna looks forward to sharing his insights on quality assurance, automation, and building efficient QA processes at the upcoming GDG event.

Uchenna Nnamadim Senior Software QA Engineer | Speaker | Mentor Uchenna Nnamadim is an experienced Senior Software QA Engineer dedicated to enhancing quality and innovation in software development. With over six years of expertise across various ... Show more

Sampson David

Sampson David

Dr. Sampson Davis is a board-certified emergency medicine physician, New York Times bestselling author, and one of the nation’s most inspiring voices on health equity, resilience, and leadership. Raised in Newark, New Jersey, Dr. Davis overcame immense adversity to become a practicing ER doctor and co-founder of The Three Doctors Foundation, which empowers youth through health, education, and mentoring.

He has been a guest on The Oprah Winfrey Show, The Today Show, CNN, and NPR, and has delivered keynote speeches for Fortune 500 companies, global health conferences, school systems, and nonprofit organizations. Dr. Davis brings a unique lens to public health—merging street-level insight with hospital-based expertise—and is passionate about building bridges between underserved communities and the institutions that serve them.

Through compelling storytelling and data-driven insight, Dr. Davis motivates audiences to lead with purpose, promote wellness, and turn challenges into opportunities for impact.

Dr. Sampson Davis is a board-certified emergency medicine physician, New York Times bestselling author, and one of the nation’s most inspiring voices on health equity, resilience, and leadership. Raised in Newark, New Jersey, Dr. Davis overcame immen... Show more

Cole Haddock

Cole Haddock

I am a seasoned Solution Architect with over a decade of experience in delivering technology solutions within the Non-profit, Medical, and Investment firm industries. My expertise spans a mix of consulting and industry-specific roles. In these positions, I have successfully designed and executed numerous projects involving Microsoft products, including Dynamics CRM for Sales, Service, and Marketing, as well as Office 365 Administration. Additionally, I have been actively engaged in the community, contributing my skills and knowledge to further our collective goals.

I am a seasoned Solution Architect with over a decade of experience in delivering technology solutions within the Non-profit, Medical, and Investment firm industries. My expertise spans a mix of consulting and industry-specific roles. In these positi... Show more

Bhavana Reddy Chadagonda

Bhavana Reddy Chadagonda

Bhavana Reddy Chadagonda is a seasoned analytics professional with over 10 years of experience driving strategic business solutions through data interpretation, experimentation, and insights generation. Currently serving as a Staff Data Scientist at Intuit, she specializes in building reliable and trustworthy products that deliver measurable business impact. She has established herself as a leader in the analytics space, with deep expertise in A/B testing, causal inference, and machine learning. Her technical proficiency spans a comprehensive toolkit including Python, SQL, R, Tableau, and advanced statistical modeling techniques, and she has consistently demonstrated her ability to translate complex data into actionable business strategies across diverse industries.
At Intuit, Bhavana has spearheaded transformative initiatives that have generated significant revenue impact. She led the development of a personalized AI-driven signup flow that increased subscriptions by 3% and generated $15M in annual revenue. Her innovative approach to connecting online and offline channels through end-to-end dashboards has provided unprecedented insights into user journeys and optimization opportunities. She has also played a crucial role in advancing experimentation capability in the paid media team by creating long-term roadmaps and implementing new testing methodologies, including sequential/Bayesian testing approaches that have accelerated decision-making while reducing costs.
Prior to Intuit, Bhavana made substantial contributions at Twitter's Health team, where she designed groundbreaking content reporting flows that delivered a 50% increase in actionable reports and $1.5M in revenue impact. Her work in building measurement frameworks for automated remediation systems resulted in a 7% increase in automated responses and significantly improved platform safety. She also collaborated with cross-functional teams including Engineering, ML, and Legal to reduce report review SLA from 72 hours to 32 hours by optimizing ML ranking models.
During her tenure at Glassdoor, she revolutionized experimentation capabilities by automating A/B test analysis, reducing analysis time from 2 days to 2-4 hours while achieving a 25% month-over-month lift in content contribution and a 10% increase in retention. Her strategic redesign of the platform's "give-to-get" content model led to a 20% increase in user-generated content without compromising long-term engagement. She also built comprehensive pipelines and dashboards to monitor content moderation metrics, reducing manual analysis by 70%.
At Domino's Pizza, Bhavana developed predictive models that identified key service metrics driving sales growth, creating tools that enabled over 5,000 stores to maximize performance and estimated service improvements that could drive 10-12% sales growth at the national level. Her personalized advertising strategies contributed to a $20M annual revenue increase through improved customer lifetime value predictions using probabilistic models.
Bhavana holds a Master's degree in Business Analytics and Project Management from the University of Connecticut School of Business and a Bachelor's degree in Electrical and Electronics Engineering from Jawaharlal Nehru Technological University, India. This unique combination of technical engineering foundation and business analytics expertise enables her to bridge the gap between complex technical solutions and strategic business outcomes.
Throughout her career, Bhavana has consistently delivered results that matter, generating over $36M in measurable revenue impact through her analytics initiatives, improving operational efficiency by up to 70% through automation, and advancing experimentation capabilities across multiple organizations. Her approach to analytics is characterized by her ability to influence product roadmaps, drive cross-functional collaboration, and translate data insights into strategic business actions. Her expertise in both technical execution and strategic thinking makes her a valuable leader in the evolving landscape of data-driven decision making.

Bhavana Reddy Chadagonda is a seasoned analytics professional with over 10 years of experience driving strategic business solutions through data interpretation, experimentation, and insights generation. Currently serving as a Staff Data Scientist at ... Show more

Patrick Gallucci

Patrick Gallucci

Patrick Gallucci is a Microsoft Certified Educator, Microsoft Certified Trainer, Microsoft Certified Azure Solution Architect Expert and Azure DevOps Engineer Expert. He has 25+ years’ experience working with data platforms including, Azure Data Services, Microsoft SQL Server, Azure Synapse, Hadoop, CosmosDB & Azure Data Lake Services. He is responsible for the technical architecture, governance, and service delivery quality for Data and Analytics Practice at HCHB.

Patrick Gallucci is a Microsoft Certified Educator, Microsoft Certified Trainer, Microsoft Certified Azure Solution Architect Expert and Azure DevOps Engineer Expert. He has 25+ years’ experience working with data platforms including, Azure Data Serv... Show more

Ken Auguillard

Ken Auguillard

Principal Program Manager for Power Platform Developer and Admin Experience. Focused on empowering Citizen Developers, IT Professionals, and Executive Management by providing the Governance, Security, Compliance, Applications Lifecycle Management, and Service Management foundations needed to adopt the Power Platform to transform their business.

Principal Program Manager for Power Platform Developer and Admin Experience. Focused on empowering Citizen Developers, IT Professionals, and Executive Management by providing the Governance, Security, Compliance, Applications Lifecycle Management, an... Show more

Dr. Ann Marie Egloff

Dr. Ann Marie Egloff

Dr. Ann Marie Egloff was born in Owosso, Michigan, where she was raised in a family that highly valued education and community service. Her mother, a science teacher, and her father, a school administrator, played pivotal roles in shaping her dedication to learning and civic engagement. She excelled in her academic pursuits at Swartz Creek High School, earning honors in math and science and participating in varsity basketball, track and field, and diving. Alongside her sports involvement, she contributed to student council, theater, and ballet, reflecting her well-rounded interests and leadership skills.

Dr. Egloff continued her education at the University of Michigan, earning a Bachelor of Science in Cellular and Molecular Biology. This laid the foundation for her professional path in biomedical research, which began with her role at Warner-Lambert Parke-Davis. She worked on molecular cloning and small-molecule inhibitors, contributing to therapeutic efforts for cancer and metabolic diseases. Her dedication and contributions during this time were recognized through employee awards.

Her growing passion for scientific discovery led her to pursue a PhD in Biochemistry, Cell, and Molecular Biology at Johns Hopkins School of Medicine. Dr. Egloff’s doctoral research focused on immune cell signaling pathways, shedding light on their importance in the body’s response to various diseases. Following her PhD, she completed a postdoctoral fellowship at the National Human Genome Research Institute, where she worked on cancer-causing gene mutations and earned recognition for her groundbreaking research.

Dr. Egloff furthered her career at the University of Pittsburgh by joining an NIH/NCI-sponsored Cancer Education and Career Development Program. Her research focused on translating laboratory discoveries into clinical applications, particularly in developing personalized cancer treatments. As an Assistant Professor at the University of Pittsburgh School of Medicine, she led innovative research on head and neck cancers and contributed to developing targeted therapies.

In 2015, Dr. Egloff took her expertise to Boston University, where she expanded her role in research and mentorship. She now works at Brigham and Women's Hospital and Harvard Medical School, focusing on tumor immunology and precision medicine in cancer treatment.

Dr. Ann Marie Egloff’s career reflects her unwavering commitment to scientific progress, education, and community service. Her work significantly impacts cancer research, and she remains dedicated to mentoring the next generation of scientists.

Dr. Ann Marie Egloff was born in Owosso, Michigan, where she was raised in a family that highly valued education and community service. Her mother, a science teacher, and her father, a school administrator, played pivotal roles in shaping her dedicat... Show more

Venkatesan Kannan

Venkatesan Kannan

Venkat is a seasoned Lab Informatics Consultant with over two decades of expertise in laboratory automation, digitization, and regulatory compliance within the life sciences industry. Currently serving as a Principal Product Consultant at Cognizant Technology Services since 2020, Venkat leads strategic initiatives in talent management, competency enablement, and business development while driving laboratory modernization programs for global pharmaceutical companies.
With a B.E. in Instrumentation & Control Engineering from the University of Madras (2001) and an Executive MBA from Karnataka State Open University (2013), Venkat combines technical depth with business acumen. His career spans prestigious organizations including IBM Corporation, HCL America Inc., Mahindra Satyam, Waters India Pvt Ltd, and Agaram Industries, where he has consistently delivered exceptional results in laboratory informatics solutions.
Venkat's expertise encompasses comprehensive management of critical laboratory systems including Empower CDS, LIMS, SDMS, ELN, and NuGenesis SDMS applications. He has successfully supported mission-critical implementations across 31 Global Manufacturing Services sites for major pharmaceutical companies like GlaxoSmithKline, Merck & Co Inc., and Eli Lilly & Co. His technical proficiency extends to regulatory compliance, with extensive experience in USFDA and MHRA audit readiness, CAPA activities, and GxP protocols.
A recognized leader in the field, Venkat was honored as an outstanding performer for five consecutive years in HCL's O Infinity club, demonstrating his commitment to service excellence and innovation. He has established Centers of Competence, mentored numerous professionals, and spearheaded the development of "Lab of the Future" roadmaps that integrate IoT solutions to address real-time business challenges.
Venkat's contributions extend beyond technical implementation to strategic business development, where he has identified and executed new opportunities in laboratory automation, strengthened partner collaborations, and enhanced customer satisfaction through precise project delivery. Received the Life Sciences Star Award. His ability to bridge technical complexity with business objectives has made him a trusted advisor to pharmaceutical leaders seeking to modernize their laboratory operations.
Based in the United States, Venkat continues to drive innovation in laboratory informatics while fostering the next generation of talent in this specialized field.

Venkat is a seasoned Lab Informatics Consultant with over two decades of expertise in laboratory automation, digitization, and regulatory compliance within the life sciences industry. Currently serving as a Principal Product Consultant at Cognizant T... Show more

Ashwin Murugappa

Ashwin Murugappa

Ashwin Murugappa is a medical student, clinical informatician and AI researcher at Northern Adelaide Local Health Network. With a strong foundation in medicine, robotics, data science and generative AI applications in healthcare, he works on translating cutting-edge machine learning approaches into practical clinical tools. His current work explores the fusion of knowledge graphs and LLMs for document automation, including GraphRAG-based discharge summary generation.

Ashwin Murugappa is a medical student, clinical informatician and AI researcher at Northern Adelaide Local Health Network. With a strong foundation in medicine, robotics, data science and generative AI applications in healthcare, he works on translat... Show more

Nataliia Petryshak

Nataliia Petryshak

Nataliia Petryshak is an experienced Product Manager and Business Analyst with over 13 years of experience across diverse industries, including IT product development, SME banking, and financial analysis. Her adaptable approach has allowed her to excel in various project phases, from initial concept to successful launch, in both startup and corporate environments. Has BA resource management and educational initiatives leadership experience. Currently pursuing an MBA in Technology Management (TUHH, Hamburg, Germany), Nataliia is passionate about leveraging data-driven insights, fostering cross-functional collaboration and knowledge sharing, and driving innovation across different domains.

I am a true detective at heart, with a passion for uncovering real needs and solving complex problems. As a trainer, lecturer, and mentor, I’ve shared my expertise in Business Analysis and Product Management, supporting Women in Tech globally and mentoring Ukrainian scientists through the Seeds of Bravery project.

In my professional life, I try to focus on sustainable leadership,ethical innovation and AI, demonstrating how technology can be leveraged responsibly to deliver real-world, impactful solutions.

Nataliia Petryshak is an experienced Product Manager and Business Analyst with over 13 years of experience across diverse industries, including IT product development, SME banking, and financial analysis. Her adaptable approach has allowed her to exc... Show more

Tara Landry

Tara Landry

Hey, I’m Tara 👋🏼 I’m a writer, speaker, and entrepreneur obsessed with overcoming suffering – and teaching others how to do the same. Right now, that looks like supporting the 500+ women inside my Facebook group The Midlife Reset: Women in Their 30s and 40s Figuring It Out, and showing up honestly across my social media.

I believe in transparency, vulnerability, and letting my people see where I really am in life. I really really love when someone stops me out in the wild and says, “Your posts make me feel normal. Less alone.” Man, I love that.

I’ve lived a thousand lives in one body – addiction, anxiety, near suicide (twice), physical trauma, divorce, burnout, rock bottom… and somehow, I always find my way back to joy. Not because I’m some “positive vibes only” chick (I am The Recovering Asshole, after all), but because I believe in turning pain into power. I’m obsessed with disconnecting from the voice in my head and taking back control from the mental illnesses that used to run my life.

These days, I split my time between coaching, creating digital products, running a Disney travel brand, my 9-5, being a mom and wife, and speaking about healing, self-trust, and how to get unstuck – without burning your whole life down (unless you want to) inside of my workshops.

Time with my family, sharing my story, moving towards success and helping women finally feel like they’re not broken are the things that really light me up. And maybe a little magic and day drinking at Disney.

I’m just happy to be here – because I almost wasn’t

Hey, I’m Tara 👋🏼 I’m a writer, speaker, and entrepreneur obsessed with overcoming suffering – and teaching others how to do the same. Right now, that looks like supporting the 500+ women inside my Facebook group The Midlife Reset: Women in Their 30... Show more

Jodi Miller Gruhn

Jodi Miller Gruhn

Jodi is a mom, Board Certified Health Coach and advocate on a mission to give our kids a healthy future. She uses her many years of experience to inspire and educate audiences about the power of our food choices.

Jodi loves mountain biking, camping and the outdoors — with a podcast called, We Do This For Fun, to prove it. She holds an M.B.A, but is most proud of her certifications in plant-based nutrition, functional medicine health coaching, and Physicians' for Responsible Medicine Food for Life Instruction.

Jodi is a mom, Board Certified Health Coach and advocate on a mission to give our kids a healthy future. She uses her many years of experience to inspire and educate audiences about the power of our food choices. Jodi loves mountain biking, cam... Show more

Ramakrishna Karamsetty

Ramakrishna Karamsetty

Rama Karamsetty is a visionary leader in Generative AI (GenAI), Edge Inferencing, and IoT, with over two decades of experience. He has successfully launched over 20 hardware and software products across diverse markets, from enterprise AI to industrial IoT.  As the Director and Product Leader for Enterprise AI at Intel, Rama defined AI strategies for verticals such as retail, healthcare, and manufacturing. Previously, as Head of Edge AI Inference at Intel, Rama led the development of groundbreaking AI products, partnering with major global customers to implement scalable, real-world solutions. His work also includes innovations in IoT, such as smart buildings edge datalakes and Industry 4.0 platforms.

Rama Karamsetty is a visionary leader in Generative AI (GenAI), Edge Inferencing, and IoT, with over two decades of experience. He has successfully launched over 20 hardware and software products across diverse markets, from enterprise AI to industri... Show more

Karo Ladino

Karo Ladino

Karo es maker y product manager con background en Ingeniería Robótica y un master en Analítica de Datos. También es profesora y educadora digital. Karo lidera PyLadies Bogotá y Colombia, organizaciones que promueven la participación de las mujeres en la programación en Python en su país, Colombia. Ella es parte activa de la comunidad y fellow de la Python Software Foundation. Con más de diez años de experiencia creando hardware y software para diversas disciplinas e industrias, Karo tiene un amplio conocimiento en su campo. Le apasiona crear oportunidades y fomentar espacios de crecimiento personal y profesional. En su tiempo libre, se dedica a la joyería y leer en compañía de su perro Ramón.

Karo es maker y product manager con background en Ingeniería Robótica y un master en Analítica de Datos. También es profesora y educadora digital. Karo lidera PyLadies Bogotá y Colombia, organizaciones que promueven la participación de las mujeres en... Show more

Ali Mahdipour Shirayeh

Ali Mahdipour Shirayeh

I am a principal Data scientist at Roche with a background in Math, Data Science, Machine Learning (ML), AI and LLMs. I completed my PhD in Biomedical Data Science at University of Waterloo, Waterloo, Canada, and then became a Postdoctoral Fellow at University of Toronto and Princess Margaret Cancer Centre, Toronto, Canada. As a data scientist working across diverse organizations at the intersection of healthcare, machine learning, and large language models, my main focus was on real-world impact and on developing end-to-end data pipelines and AI-driven solutions that support better clinical and operational decision-making. My work spans data integration, predictive modelling, and prescriptive analytics—driving innovation in health-related applications by bridging complex data with actionable insights.

I am a principal Data scientist at Roche with a background in Math, Data Science, Machine Learning (ML), AI and LLMs. I completed my PhD in Biomedical Data Science at University of Waterloo, Waterloo, Canada, and then became a Postdoctoral Fellow at ... Show more

Jessica Rudd

Jessica Rudd

Jessica Rudd, Ph.D. is currently based in Atlanta, GA. Jessica brings 15 years of experience in analytics, more recently specializing in machine learning and artificial intelligence software development.

Jessica’s expertise includes the development of end-to-end machine learning pipelines, enterprise-grade software development, high-quality synthetic data generation, data security, privacy, and compliance regulations, AI ethics, applied statistics, sports analytics, and healthcare technology.

Jessica holds a PhD in analytics and data science from Kennesaw State University and a Masters in Public Health & Global Epidemiology from Emory University.

Jessica Rudd, Ph.D. is currently based in Atlanta, GA. Jessica brings 15 years of experience in analytics, more recently specializing in machine learning and artificial intelligence software development. Jessica’s expertise includes the developmen... Show more

Rushilkumar Patel

Rushilkumar Patel

I’m a Senior Software Engineer with over 10 years of experience building modern, scalable, and accessible design systems. I specialize in bridging the gap between design and engineering by integrating AI and automation into component-driven architectures.

I’m a Senior Member of IEEE, which reflects my ongoing commitment to professional excellence, continuous learning, and contributing to the broader tech community. I actively mentor, speak at conferences, and explore research in AI-driven accessibility and developer productivity.

You can learn more about my work at rushilpatel.us or connect with me on LinkedIn.

I’m a Senior Software Engineer with over 10 years of experience building modern, scalable, and accessible design systems. I specialize in bridging the gap between design and engineering by integrating AI and automation into component-driven architect... Show more

Gabriela Matic

Gabriela Matic

Gabi is co-founder and director of Metta, the transformative innovation agency with the mission to improve the sustainability and accessibility of innovation. Before that, she was a programme director at the ATI Boeing Accelerator and Ignite, and co-founder and CMO of Mindmate, an Ignite and Techstars NYC alumni company.

Since 2016, Gabi has accelerated and directly supported more than 150 startups in different industries and stages and has mentored hundreds more. She's currently also a Venture Partner for the Aerospace Xelerated programme; accelerating startups in aerospace and adjacent industries. Gabi is an angel investor particularly interested in sustainability, health tech and founders from underrepresented backgrounds. She also supports a range of early-stage startups as mentor and advisor. Gabi is also an aspiring Behavioural Scientist (LSE).

Gabi is co-founder and director of Metta, the transformative innovation agency with the mission to improve the sustainability and accessibility of innovation. Before that, she was a programme director at the ATI Boeing Accelerator and Ignite, and co-... Show more

Evyatar Nitzany

Evyatar Nitzany

Evyatar Nitzany is the former Electrophysiology Program Manager at El Camino Health in Mountain View, California. With over a decade of specialized experience, he brought a steady and organized approach to the evolving field of cardiac care. His leadership focused on building strong service lines, guiding infrastructure improvements, and leading initiatives that resulted in accreditation and national recognition for the program.

Evyatar applied a balance of clinical understanding and technical knowledge to support the growth of the electrophysiology program. Through strategic planning and teamwork, he played a pivotal role in transforming the department into one of the most advanced and rapidly growing programs in the region. His work was guided by measurable outcomes, efficiency, and sustainable practices that supported the broader institutional goals.

Nitzany grew up with a strong sense of purpose and structure, values that carried into his academic journey and professional life. He began his education in the United States, where he studied biotechnology and developed an increasing interest in its clinical applications. He earned a Bachelor of Science in Biotechnology from the University of Florida, along with a minor in Chemistry. He later completed a Master of Science in Biotechnology at the University of California, Irvine. To further specialize in cardiac care, he enrolled in the Cardiac Specialist Program at the Arrhythmia Technologies Institute in Greenville, South Carolina, where he received advanced training in electrophysiology.

Evyatar began his career at Biosense Webster as a Clinical Account Specialist, supporting the CARTO 3 mapping system and working closely with physicians and hospital teams across the Bay Area. His work extended to physician education, collaboration with hospital administrators, and account development. In 2016, he joined El Camino Health as an Electrophysiology Coordinator, where he provided clinical case support, oversaw capital planning and equipment, and conducted staff training.

By 2019, his responsibilities expanded to include Interventional Radiology, overseeing supply chains, technology rollouts, and workflow improvements. In 2022, he was promoted to Program Manager. Under his direction, the electrophysiology program saw a 400% increase in volume. Nitzany led the development of advanced EP labs and played a key role in achieving Cath/EP accreditation from the American College of Cardiology. His efforts were recognized in EP Lab Digest.

He holds certification as a Registered Cardiac Electrophysiology Specialist (RCES) and supports various community causes, including contributions to Jewish organizations, youth programs, education, and the arts.
Evyatar Nitzany continues to contribute to the advancement of cardiac electrophysiology through leadership, clinical knowledge, and a strong commitment to improving healthcare systems.

Evyatar Nitzany is the former Electrophysiology Program Manager at El Camino Health in Mountain View, California. With over a decade of specialized experience, he brought a steady and organized approach to the evolving field of cardiac care. His lead... Show more

Nishi Patel

Nishi Patel

Dr. Nishi Patel, M.D., is a board-certified cardiologist specializing in advanced heart failure and cardiac critical care at WellSpan York Hospital in York, Pennsylvania. Renowned for his clinical acumen and compassionate patient care, Dr. Patel also serves as the National Director of Cardiac Imaging for Access Physicians/SOC Telemedicine, a national leader in expanding specialized telehealth services to rural hospitals. In this capacity, he drives initiatives in echocardiography and cardiac CT imaging, ensuring that high-quality cardiovascular diagnostics are accessible to patients regardless of their location.

Dr. Patel’s educational journey began at Drexel University, where he earned his Bachelor of Science in Biology in 2009 and his Doctor of Medicine degree in 2013. He completed his internship and residency at Hahnemann University Hospital in Philadelphia. Dr. Patel then further specialized with fellowships in Cardiovascular Disease and Advanced Heart Failure & Transplant Cardiology at Baylor University Medical Center in Dallas, Texas. He holds board certifications in Internal Medicine, Cardiovascular Disease, Advanced Heart Failure & Transplant Cardiology, Echocardiography, Cardiac CT, and Nuclear Cardiology.

At WellSpan York Hospital, Dr. Patel is at the forefront of advanced heart failure care. He manages critically ill patients who require complex interventions, such as ECMO, Impella, and LVAD support, as well as heart transplantation. Dr. Patel has been instrumental in developing comprehensive heart failure programs, emphasizing local care to minimize patient travel and maximize support networks. His leadership has also extended to establishing clinics for survivors of cardiogenic shock, pioneering virtual and molecular autopsy protocols to understand genetic risks, and implementing remote monitoring solutions, such as CardioMEMS, to prevent hospitalizations and improve outcomes.

A national leader in telehealth, Dr. Patel’s work with Access Telecare has helped hundreds of rural and community hospitals deliver expert cardiac imaging and specialty care previously available only in major academic centers. His commitment to leveraging technology for patient-centered care has transformed cardiovascular services for many underserved populations.

Dr. Patel’s research career began in residency, investigating heart failure and arrhythmias in animal models. He has since contributed to the medical literature with publications and presentations on ventricular assist devices, heart failure therapies, transplantation, and the genetics of cardiac disease. He recently received the prestigious Zoll Foundation Research Grant to advance genomic approaches to sudden cardiac arrest and cardiogenic shock. Dr. Patel is also Editor-in-Chief for Cardiology and Cardiac CT at StatPearls and reviews manuscripts for several major journals.

As an educator, Nishi Patel is an Associate Professor at Drexel University College of Medicine and a recipient of the Golden Apple Award for excellence in teaching. He is actively involved in charitable work and professional societies and enjoys martial arts and outdoor pursuits in his time.

Dr. Nishi Patel, M.D., is a board-certified cardiologist specializing in advanced heart failure and cardiac critical care at WellSpan York Hospital in York, Pennsylvania. Renowned for his clinical acumen and compassionate patient care, Dr. Patel also... Show more

Raquel Andrea Calderon Gallardo

Raquel Andrea Calderon Gallardo

Raquel Calderón es ingeniera biomédica boliviana egresada de la Universidad Privada del Valle (Univalle). Cuenta con una destacada trayectoria en investigación, liderazgo y voluntariado. Ha representado a su país en programas y conferencias internacionales, presentando su trabajo en Alemania y Brasil. Su enfoque profesional está en el desarrollo de tecnologías aplicadas a la salud, con énfasis en el uso de inteligencia artificial para el estudio de enfermedades del neurodesarrollo y la neurociencia. Además, lidera iniciativas educativas y científicas en áreas STEM, promoviendo el acceso al conocimiento y la innovación.

Raquel Calderón es ingeniera biomédica boliviana egresada de la Universidad Privada del Valle (Univalle). Cuenta con una destacada trayectoria en investigación, liderazgo y voluntariado. Ha representado a su país en programas y conferencias internaci... Show more

Tajinder Singh

Tajinder Singh

Tajinder Singh is an AI Architect at Virginia Tech. He is passionate about distributed systems, cloud computing, observability, data, AI and scalability. He enjoys mentoring others to be successful. During his free time, he likes to jog and enjoy awesome chai.

Tajinder Singh is an AI Architect at Virginia Tech. He is passionate about distributed systems, cloud computing, observability, data, AI and scalability. He enjoys mentoring others to be successful. During his free time, he likes to jog and enjoy aw... Show more

Christa Smith

Christa Smith

As the founder of Ignite Your Life, Christa is
a Mindset Clarity Coach and motivational
speaker devoted to helping women
reconnect with themselves, rebuild their
confidence, and move forward with clarity.
Her coaching isn’t just about mindset—it’s
about reclaiming joy, rewriting old
narratives, and finding the courage to live
life on your own terms.

As the founder of Ignite Your Life, Christa is a Mindset Clarity Coach and motivational speaker devoted to helping women reconnect with themselves, rebuild their confidence, and move forward with clarity. Her coaching isn’t just about mindset—it... Show more

Please note that Sessionize is not responsible for the accuracy or validity of the data provided by speakers.

Join Speakers Directory

Join our Speakers Directory today and amplify your reach! Showcase your expertise to a global audience hungry for your insights. Let your voice be heard!

Create Profile