Since early 2020, George Drazenovic has been a faculty member at University Canada West (UCW) in Vancouver, BC, where he has taught subjects including accounting, finance, entrepreneurship, and corporate strategy. He also served as Chair of Undergraduate Programs for nearly four years. Before his academic career, he worked in the private sector, leading various ventures in the junior public markets.

His professional experience spans HR management, recruiting, industry partnerships, business development, financial reporting, capital budgeting, strategic planning, capital markets, regulatory compliance, and investment valuation. He began his role at UCW as an MBA instructor and was later promoted to Associate Professor. In 2021, he was appointed Chair, reporting directly to the VP of Academics. By the end of 2024, student enrollment and faculty numbers had increased more than tenfold under his leadership. He oversaw program strategy, curriculum updates, academic governance, industry outreach, budgeting, and compliance.

He was responsible for managing three undergraduate programs: the Associate of Arts, the Bachelor of Commerce (ACBSP-accredited), and the Bachelor of Arts in Business Communications. These programs supported over 5,500 students and more than 200 faculty members. He served as a voting member on several committees, including Senate, Curriculum, Governance and Standards, Quality Assurance, Admissions Appeals, and Undergraduate Program Working Committees. He completed the consent renewal for each program and contributed to the development and redesign of numerous courses.

He introduced academic leadership roles that supported faculty growth and strengthened student outcomes. He aligned the accounting curriculum with the CPA Western School of Business and added new certification-aligned and technology-focused courses. His efforts brought improvements in curriculum structure, scheduling systems, and the implementation of a new learning management platform. He also mentored faculty, supported DEI initiatives, launched student engagement activities such as Pitch Night, and expanded professional partnerships.

Before joining UCW, he held roles as CFO, CEO, and Director in multiple public companies. He led mining exploration projects and helped secure funding and support for pharmaceutical research and early-stage clinical trials.

George Drazenovic continues to contribute his knowledge and leadership across education, industry, and research with focus and integrity.

Since early 2020, George Drazenovic has been a faculty member at University Canada West (UCW) in Vancouver, BC, where he has taught subjects including accounting, finance, entrepreneurship, and corporate strategy. He also served as Chair of Undergrad... Show more

Rashonda Harris is an executive advisor, speaker, and founder of Purple Sheep Consulting, with more than 25 years of experience in research administration, compliance, and institutional leadership.

She has served in senior and interim leadership roles across higher education and healthcare research environments, guiding organizations through audit readiness, operational redesign, workforce development, and complex change initiatives.

Rashonda’s work centers on strengthening systems that are often overlooked—departmental research administration, post-award operations, and leadership pipelines—while helping institutions reduce risk and build sustainable practices.

Known for her clear, practical, and human-centered approach, she speaks on leadership, compliance, mentorship, and the unseen dynamics that shape professional advancement. Rashonda brings both strategic rigor and lived experience to every room she enters.

Rashonda Harris is an executive advisor, speaker, and founder of Purple Sheep Consulting, with more than 25 years of experience in research administration, compliance, and institutional leadership. She has served in senior and interim leadership r... Show more

Ethical Hacker, Pentester, Speaker

Speaker at Techorama NL 2025
Day 1:
- Top-10 rated session (audience score)
- 69 speakers evaluated

Software Developer with an actuarial/insurance mathematics background. I've always had a fascination with hacking. Making software and hardware do things other than what they were built for is the most amazing thing there is!
When it became clear that you could legally make money through (ethical) hacking, I started working as a pentester. The best job I've ever had!
In addition, I give presentations and workshops at Company’s and Events with the aim of improving the Security Awareness among employees. I do this in the form of demonstrating low-threshold hacks. I show how simple it sometimes can be to enter companies and buildings through social engineering and once inside how systems of that company can be hacked.

Ethical Hacker, Pentester, Speaker Speaker at Techorama NL 2025 Day 1: - Top-10 rated session (audience score) - 69 speakers evaluated Software Developer with an actuarial/insurance mathematics background. I've always had a fascination with... Show more

Travis Smith is the Director of Engineering at Shift Interactive, a lead engineer on teams that build applications across healthcare, agriculture, insurance, and other industries. Over his 17+ year career, he's worked with organizations ranging from Fortune 500 companies to startups.

Travis is a passionate advocate for Test-Driven Development and Extreme Programming practices. He speaks regularly at Des Moines-area meetups and conferences, covering topics including DORA metrics implementation, branching strategies, delivering software extremely quickly, DevOps, Claude Code, and automated testing for AI features.

Based in the Des Moines metro, Travis is dedicated to helping engineers grow throughout the Midwest.

Travis Smith is the Director of Engineering at Shift Interactive, a lead engineer on teams that build applications across healthcare, agriculture, insurance, and other industries. Over his 17+ year career, he's worked with organizations ranging from ... Show more

Steve is a CEO and founder that has lived the life of creating and running a startup. Bio::Neos is a web application focused technology business that has collaborated with many partners in the life science research, healthcare, and education spaces for more than the last twenty years. Steve has spoken at many local and regional engagements in the Eastern Iowa area on topics covering software development, entrepreneurship, and community building. He also has classroom experience, having taught a class titled "Business Innovations" at the Kirkwood Regional Center for 5 years prior to COVID.

While he tends to be a bit long-winded in his presentation style, Steve is happy to engage in interactive discussions as he is a strong believer that multiple diverse perspectives are the best way to come to the greatest ideas. Let’s all bring our best thinking to the table and that is when the magic happens.

Steve is a CEO and founder that has lived the life of creating and running a startup. Bio::Neos is a web application focused technology business that has collaborated with many partners in the life science research, healthcare, and education spaces f... Show more

I bring 11 years of experience across Cognizant, Oracle, and AWS, spanning presales, sales, and post‑sales roles. I hold a PGDM from IIM Kozhikode. Over the past five years at Microsoft, I’ve been driving strategic engagement and business growth for global enterprise customers—most notably Walmart and Goldman Sachs—serving as their Account Manager.

I bring 11 years of experience across Cognizant, Oracle, and AWS, spanning presales, sales, and post‑sales roles. I hold a PGDM from IIM Kozhikode. Over the past five years at Microsoft, I’ve been driving strategic engagement and business growth for ... Show more

Currently working in Conduent. My focus on HIPPA regulations compliances!

Currently working in Conduent. My focus on HIPPA regulations compliances! Show more

Haseeb Asif is the Founder and CEO of Tenplus AB, a data and AI consultancy helping organizations build scalable, AI-ready data platforms. He works hands-on with clients across data engineering, analytics, and AI initiatives, focusing on strong data foundations rather than AI hype.

He holds a dual master’s degree from KTH Royal Institute of Technology and TU Berlin, with research in distributed systems and stream processing using Apache Flink.

Haseeb Asif is the Founder and CEO of Tenplus AB, a data and AI consultancy helping organizations build scalable, AI-ready data platforms. He works hands-on with clients across data engineering, analytics, and AI initiatives, focusing on strong data ... Show more

Christina Aldan is a brand strategy consultant, keynote speaker, trainer, and mentor. She offers businesses brand consulting and creative content for everyday media. With over 18 years of experience in the digital realm, Christina is highly regarded for her approach to business, partnering with clients to find unique strategies that ensure their goals are met. Christina builds connections through her keynote addresses, training workshops, and technological education. She uses these tools to help individuals and businesses cultivate value in everyday media. Christina has delivered talks on all 7 continents, presenting training workshops for the Microsoft MVP community, Las Vegas Raiders, Yale School of Public Health, international corporations, and conferences worldwide. Christina uses her charisma and expertise to inspire others by mentoring women in business like herself. She also has sat on state and local boards supporting women in tech, entrepreneurship, mental health, and children with learning disabilities.

She is the recipient of the Las Vegas Women in Tech Community Service Award, the Distinguished Woman of the Year Award in STEM. Learn more at: Luckygirliegirl.com.

Christina Aldan is a brand strategy consultant, keynote speaker, trainer, and mentor. She offers businesses brand consulting and creative content for everyday media. With over 18 years of experience in the digital realm, Christina is highly regarded ... Show more

Over 20 years of experience in the Dynamics world. Currently leading implementation projects and delivery teams at Reach, where we focus on delivering and fixing Dynamics 365 implementations.

Over 20 years of experience in the Dynamics world. Currently leading implementation projects and delivery teams at Reach, where we focus on delivering and fixing Dynamics 365 implementations. Show more

As an accomplished Data Scientist with over six years of specialized experience in Artificial Intelligence (AI) and Machine Learning (ML), I bring a proven track record of innovation and impact across multiple industries. My academic journey culminated in a Ph.D. focused on the practical applications of AI in Healthcare and Medicine—an achievement recognized through multiple research awards and publications in top-tier journals.
I have authored and contributed to research published in leading scientific platforms, including Q1 journals, and have been honored as an invited lecturer and advisor for academic and industry initiatives. My work spans diverse domains such as healthcare, production, energy, and psychology, where I have successfully led R&D projects that bridge theory and practice.
On the technical front, I hold certifications from AWS and Microsoft Azure in AI fundamentals and possess deep expertise in tools such as Python, Power BI, Azure ML Designer, and Azure AutoML. These capabilities enable me to transform complex datasets into actionable insights, driving data-informed decision-making and innovation.
With an extensive IT background of more than two decades, I combine technical mastery with strategic vision, delivering tailored solutions to complex business challenges. My ability to communicate intricate concepts clearly fosters collaboration and alignment across multidisciplinary teams.
Driven by a passion for advancing AI and ML, I remain committed to pushing boundaries and leveraging data-driven insights to create meaningful impact in science, technology, and business.

As an accomplished Data Scientist with over six years of specialized experience in Artificial Intelligence (AI) and Machine Learning (ML), I bring a proven track record of innovation and impact across multiple industries. My academic journey culminat... Show more

Saurabh Chaudhary is a GRID- and GCFA-certified Senior Cyber Threat Intelligence Analyst at a Fortune 500 company, with over eight years of experience defending global banks, healthcare organizations, and large enterprises from advanced cyber threats. His expertise spans ICS/SCADA security, threat intelligence, dark-web investigations, adversary tracking, incident response, and purple teaming.

Saurabh is a member of the GIAC Advisory Board and holds a Master’s degree in Cybersecurity and a Bachelor’s in Computer Science Engineering. He has published research on ransomware, malware, and cyber espionage, and has delivered trainings and talks at major international security conferences, including DEFCON Blue Team Village, BSides SATX, Texas Cybersecurity Summit, BSides Budapest, and OWASP AppSec Indonesia.

Known for blending deep technical analysis with real-world case studies, Saurabh helps security teams understand emerging threats and build practical, intelligence-driven defenses.

Saurabh Chaudhary is a GRID- and GCFA-certified Senior Cyber Threat Intelligence Analyst at a Fortune 500 company, with over eight years of experience defending global banks, healthcare organizations, and large enterprises from advanced cyber threats... Show more

Author of Health Metrics and the Spread of Infectious Diseases. She talks about data science and lifelong learning, drawing on a background in Actuarial Science and Statistics. Her work focuses on collaborative, educational settings, with an emphasis on accessible learning and clear communication. She regularly organises and delivers R-focused talks and workshops through R-Ladies Rome, engaging a wide and diverse data community.

Author of Health Metrics and the Spread of Infectious Diseases. She talks about data science and lifelong learning, drawing on a background in Actuarial Science and Statistics. Her work focuses on collaborative, educational settings, with an emphasis... Show more

I am a mechanical engineer by education and software professional by passion. If I am not exploring technology, I am doing music, music is my other passion. I work for Cardinal Health currently and I have been developing software solutions within Banking & Financials, Engineering, and Health Care domains. Prior to Cardinal Health, I have held several technical leadership roles at companies such as General Electric, Morgan Stanley, JP Morgan Chase, and a few start-ups. I also contribute to various open-source projects, occasionally. I am also a speaker at conferences like SpringOne.

I am a mechanical engineer by education and software professional by passion. If I am not exploring technology, I am doing music, music is my other passion. I work for Cardinal Health currently and I have been developing software solutions within Ban... Show more

Gregory Carpenter is the CSO of KnowledgeBridge International, a Fellow of the Royal Society for the Arts, and the National Security Agency’s Operations Officer of the Year. He serves on the Board of Directors for ATNA Systems, is a Senior Advisor for ARIC, Inc., and is a Special Operations Medical Association and Military Cyber Professionals Association member. He is a former member of the Board of Advisors for EC-Council University and the International Board of Advisors for the Mackenzie Institute.

He has held various senior military and civilian positions, including COO, VP for Cyber Operations, Chief of Security Testing, Counterintelligence Division Chief, Chief of Special Space Operations, and Functional Team Lead for Electronic Warfare. He has been an epidemiological primary investigator.

Gregory is a retired army officer of 27 years, he holds a Doctorate in Public Health. He is a Certified Information Security Manager, Lean Six-Sigma Black Belt, and ISO-9000 lead auditor.

Gregory Carpenter is the CSO of KnowledgeBridge International, a Fellow of the Royal Society for the Arts, and the National Security Agency’s Operations Officer of the Year. He serves on the Board of Directors for ATNA Systems, is a Senior Advisor fo... Show more

JD Flynn has had mental illness most of his life, but didn't admit it until his early 30s when he decided it was time to do something about it. After a decade-long career in emergency services as a paramedic, JD made the jump from the ambulance to the text editor. Since then, JD has climbed to Principal Drupal Software Engineer in his current position.

His life was changed by OSMH (Open Sourcing Mental Health), a 501(c)(3) non-profit focused on opening the conversation on mental illness, which led him to telling his own story to as many people who would listen. As someone with mental illness who is not afraid to talk about it, JD has presented on the topic of Mental Illness in the Tech Community to local user groups, regional conferences, and national level events at locations such as MIT, UC Berkeley, Washington State Convention Center, Guaranteed Rate Field, and DePaul University.

More recently, JD has started streaming development on Twitch and has been learning new tools and languages on stream. He streams under the name JDDoesDev and is desperate for your approval and attention.

When not speaking or coding, JD plays baritone saxophone in Windiana, a professional level wind ensemble out of Valparaiso, IN, and Michigan City Municipal Band, the oldest municipal band in Indiana.

JD Flynn has had mental illness most of his life, but didn't admit it until his early 30s when he decided it was time to do something about it. After a decade-long career in emergency services as a paramedic, JD made the jump from the ambulance to th... Show more

Sai Teja Kotagiri is a cybersecurity professional with hands-on experience securing large-scale enterprise and public-sector environments, with a strong focus on vulnerability management, network security, web application security, and threat detection. He currently works as a Network Security Analyst, supporting critical health systems and protecting sensitive data including PHI and PII.

Sai’s expertise spans the full lifecycle of security operations — from identifying and prioritizing high-risk vulnerabilities to implementing defensive controls and validating remediation. He has led enterprise-wide vulnerability management programs using Tenable.io, Tenable.sc, Qualys, and Veracode, helping organizations reduce risk through data-driven remediation and measurable security outcomes.

In the area of application and network security, Sai has designed, deployed, and managed Web Application Firewalls (WAF) and Palo Alto firewalls, onboarding production applications, tuning OWASP Top 10 protections, and integrating security telemetry into SIEM platforms. His work includes WAF policy design, false-positive reduction, SSL/TLS hardening, secure cookie enforcement, and real-time attack monitoring.

Sai also brings strong experience in SIEM and threat detection, having built dashboards, alerts, and analytics using Microsoft Sentinel, NetWitness, Splunk, and QRadar. He actively monitors cyber threat intelligence (CTI) from sources such as CISA, US-CERT, and MS-ISAC, correlating indicators of compromise with internal telemetry to support rapid incident response.

Previously, Sai worked across financial and enterprise environments where he supported endpoint security (CrowdStrike Falcon), email and phishing analysis (KnowBe4, Phisher), DLP investigations, and patch management workflows integrated with ServiceNow and Archer GRC. His work consistently bridges technical depth with governance, risk, and compliance expectations, including NIST, ISO 27001, PCI DSS, HIPAA, and healthcare security requirements.

Sai is passionate about sharing practical, real-world security knowledge with the community. His speaking interests focus on vulnerability risk reduction, WAF strategy, SIEM-driven detection, and securing legacy applications in modern threat landscapes. He brings an engineering-first perspective grounded in operational experience, making his sessions highly relevant for practitioners and security leaders alike.

Sai Teja Kotagiri is a cybersecurity professional with hands-on experience securing large-scale enterprise and public-sector environments, with a strong focus on vulnerability management, network security, web application security, and threat detecti... Show more

LaShawnda Rodgers is a visionary leader in change management, DEI, and leadership development, standing at the forefront of organizational transformation. As the Founder and Principal Consultant at Rodgers Global Leadership Consortium, she brings over 20 years of experience in guiding multi-million-dollar global projects, technical consulting, coaching, career growth, and stakeholder management.

LaShawnda’s expertise extends into the realms of data science and technology, where she has successfully led initiatives that leverage data-driven insights to enhance customer engagement, leadership development, and employee experience. Her technical acumen is complemented by her role as a Microsoft Partner and a member of Microsoft’s Black Partner Initiative, where she collaborates on innovative solutions and strategies.

In her capacity as Vice President of Community Outreach for Blacks in Technology, LaShawnda partners with organizations to increase African American representation in the technology fields. She is also a Founding Member of Tech Ladies, mentoring and equipping women with the tools to advance their careers in tech. Her efforts have empowered many professionals to confidently negotiate their salaries, articulate their value, and achieve their desired career outcomes.

LaShawnda’s commitment to creating equitable, inclusive work environments has led to significant increases in profitability for organizations. Her recognition with the 40 Under 40 Award and features on platforms like Hired.com, Mentor Me Tech Summit, and Power To Fly underscore her impact as a thought leader dedicated to uplifting individuals and businesses alike.

When she is not speaking, consulting, or coaching, LaShawnda enjoys horseback riding, hiking, and spending time with her family.

LaShawnda Rodgers is a visionary leader in change management, DEI, and leadership development, standing at the forefront of organizational transformation. As the Founder and Principal Consultant at Rodgers Global Leadership Consortium, she brings ove... Show more

Seyed Muhammad Hossein Mousavi is an advanced AI researcher and innovator with a strong focus on optimization, multimodal learning, and emotion recognition. With over 50 peer-reviewed publications and a Google Scholar H-index of 12, he is ranked among the top 6% of active researchers in AI globally, according to ResearchGate metrics.

Mr. Mousavi is known for his pioneering work in emotion recognition from various modalities, synthetic data generation, and meta-heuristic optimization algorithms. His research bridges theory and real-world application, from emotion recognition using body motion and physiological signals to VR-based stimulus systems, depth estimation, pose optimization, and hardware-integrated multimodal AI systems.

As the founder of Cyrus Intelligence Research, he has led several independent projects combining Kinect motion capture, Arduino-based sensors, VR protocols, and AI pipelines involving techniques like PSO, GA, GCNs, ANFIS, and GANs. He has also contributed to open-source research and published reproducible codebases on GitHub.

Mr. Mousavi’s work spans multimodal fusion, emotion-driven synthetic data, graph neural networks, and real-time optimization for health and affective computing, with datasets and frameworks designed for academic and industrial AI use.

In addition to research, he is passionate about scientific transparency, hands-on experimentation, and democratizing access to AI knowledge through tutorials, pipelines, and public datasets.

Seyed Muhammad Hossein Mousavi is an advanced AI researcher and innovator with a strong focus on optimization, multimodal learning, and emotion recognition. With over 50 peer-reviewed publications and a Google Scholar H-index of 12, he is ranked amon... Show more

Blake is a seasoned professional with over 25 years of experience in quality assurance and testing across diverse industries, including hospitality, credit, and healthcare. He holds a Bachelor of Science in Human Behavior and Development from Amberton University and a Master's in Human Environmental Sciences with a focus on Quality Management from the University of Alabama. Blake has furthered his expertise with certifications in Executive Leadership and Management from Notre Dame and Adaptive Strategic Execution from Duke University. A certified Scrum Master for 13 years, Blake excels in quality management, Agile methodologies, and team dynamics. He is dedicated to fostering employee engagement and organizational agility.

Blake is a seasoned professional with over 25 years of experience in quality assurance and testing across diverse industries, including hospitality, credit, and healthcare. He holds a Bachelor of Science in Human Behavior and Development from Amberto... Show more

I am passionate about empowering Women in Technology, a champion of Neurodiversity, Accessibility, Diversity, Equity & Inclusion, and improving culture in the workplace. I love supporting women in technology and working towards creating impact and giving back to their communities in a small way.

I am passionate about empowering Women in Technology, a champion of Neurodiversity, Accessibility, Diversity, Equity & Inclusion, and improving culture in the workplace. I love supporting women in technology and working towards creating impact and gi... Show more

Rupesh Kumar has more than 20 years of Information Technology (IT) experience in managing Enterprise level DevOps initiatives in federal and commercial sector. He has led mission-critical, strategic projects in the various industries, including planning complex custom software solutions that align business goals with technology solutions to drive process improvements, competitive advantage, and bottom-line gains. He currently works as a Principal in DevOps for Humana and leads their Platform Architecture stream to enhance Engineer experience. He is a certified AWS Solutions Architect, Microsoft Azure Solutions Architect Expert and hold US patent and a provisional patent. He is also the recipient of DevOps World 2020 Innovation Award.

Rupesh Kumar has more than 20 years of Information Technology (IT) experience in managing Enterprise level DevOps initiatives in federal and commercial sector. He has led mission-critical, strategic projects in the various industries, including plann... Show more

Nishith Rajyaguru is a visionary technopreneur, passionate about harnessing cutting-edge technologies to craft impactful solutions for real-world challenges. With over a decade of experience driving innovation and operational excellence at leading product-based tech companies, he blends deep technical expertise with a commitment to solving pressing issues.

By leaving his corporate career behind to become a full-time entrepreneur, Nishith has pursued his passions and created innovative solutions that drive real impact. As the founder of TechnoFuzn Products Private Limited, he is dedicated to developing scalable, future-ready solutions that foster long-term, technology-driven transformations.

Nishith's work centers on empowering people and organizations to achieve their full potential. He has consistently delivered measurable impact, including leading a hackathon initiative that reduced build time by 70%, enabling teams to focus on higher-level innovation and creativity. He also reimagined a key product feature, reducing interaction time by 80% and unlocking resources for more strategic work.

Renowned for his bold and innovative approach to problem-solving, Nishith is reshaping the tech landscape with fresh ideas and forward-thinking solutions. Guided by a clear vision to create a more equitable, sustainable, and connected world through technology, he is dedicated to making a meaningful impact and leaving a lasting legacy in the tech industry.

Nishith Rajyaguru is a visionary technopreneur, passionate about harnessing cutting-edge technologies to craft impactful solutions for real-world challenges. With over a decade of experience driving innovation and operational excellence at leading pr... Show more

Per Jacob Solli is the founder, president, and CEO of Kokoon Global Inc., which offers ultra-luxury healthcare and wellness. Born in Brønnøysund, Norway, and now residing in Florida, he has spent over thirty years building businesses, training top-level athletes, and setting a standard for leadership through action.

Kokoon began as a vision in 2007. What started as an idea gradually became a reality that far exceeded expectations. Drawing on decades of experience in diverse industries, Jacob transformed Kokoon into a multi-million-dollar company delivering elite-level wellness and medical services that focus on producing tangible results.
His entry into health innovation was driven by personal struggle. In 2000, he was violently attacked with an iron bar, which led to more than a dozen surgeries over the years, the most recent in 2022. When traditional medical treatments failed to cure the following infection, he turned to what he knew best—discipline, sports science, and trusted experts. Training six days a week, he rebuilt his physical strength from the ground up. In 2006–2007, he applied alternative methods to help extend his mother’s life by over 15 years. That experience convinced him there was a better way to care for people, and that conviction became the foundation of Kokoon.

Before founding the company, he spent years coaching high-performance soccer across Europe. Working with elite athletes taught him discipline, focus, and adaptability—qualities central to his leadership style today. Managing different personalities, making decisions under pressure, and uniting teams toward shared goals while meeting individual needs became part of his natural approach to leadership.

Under his guidance, Kokoon Global Inc. is a healthcare provider and a movement. The company is debt-free, cash-rich, and owns 100% of its assets, with no lenders involved. Its mission is clear: bring dignity and results to healthcare. Kokoon’s model blends traditional and advanced medicine with wellness-focused services, delivered by a carefully selected team of experts. Among them are industry veterans in their 70s and 80s, whose decades of experience offer unmatched insight.

Adaptability is one of Jacob’s defining strengths. He has worked closely with some of the world’s leading physicians and industrial advisors for nearly two decades to push Kokoon forward. During the COVID-19 lockdowns in Spain, when most businesses halted operations and uncertainty loomed, he chose a different path—opening new operations and turning risk into opportunity. This ability to pivot has kept Kokoon ahead of the curve.

Trust and integrity are at the core of his leadership. Investors know him as a hands-on, direct leader unafraid of difficult conversations. He has built a close-knit management team that is entirely mission-driven, ensuring that every decision aligns with Kokoon’s broader goals. Over the years, he has faced strong resistance from an industry often slow to change, including smear campaigns, online harassment, and two serious takeover attempts. None succeeded. Supported by his family, legal advisors, and business allies, he used these challenges to strengthen Kokoon’s independence and resilience.

Family is central to Per Jacob’s life. He is the father of two adult children, a daughter and a son in their early 30s, whom he considers his most outstanding achievements. Kokoon is part of the legacy he is building for them. Despite a demanding travel schedule between Norway and the United States, he remains focused on creating a better world for his children and the families Kokoon serves.

Kokoon’s growth is ongoing and ambitious. In May 2025, the company began constructing a primary clinic in the Canary Islands with 23 surgical rooms, setting the stage for larger projects. This development will help finance and accelerate the Miami Medical Resort, an innovative model that combines luxury living with advanced medical care. Plans also include establishing satellite centers in every U.S. and pursuing dual stock exchange listings in Norway and the United States.

What makes Kokoon unique among fast-growing companies is its dedication to staying mission-focused, avoiding corruption or compromise, and operating strictly within cash flow limits. This financial discipline keeps the company agile and centered on delivering value to its investors while maintaining its core purpose.

Per Jacob Solli is at the heart of Kokoon’s continued success. His background in coaching, entrepreneurship, and health science has given him a clear understanding of the fundamental challenges people face. From humble beginnings to building a global healthcare enterprise, he has committed to putting people first, delivering results, and preserving ethical standards. His vision is to create a successful business and a lasting impact—a healthcare model that upholds dignity, achieves measurable outcomes, and serves as a legacy for future generations.

Per Jacob Solli is the founder, president, and CEO of Kokoon Global Inc., which offers ultra-luxury healthcare and wellness. Born in Brønnøysund, Norway, and now residing in Florida, he has spent over thirty years building businesses, training top-le... Show more

Passionate Software Developer for 20 years. Web, DevOps, embedded Software. Currently in biotech

Passionate Software Developer for 20 years. Web, DevOps, embedded Software. Currently in biotech Show more

- PhD. The Young Scientist of the Year in Ukraine. Since 2006, he has been applying mathematics to optimize Google Ads.
- Named "Europe's Best PPC Speaker" by Adworld Experience. One of the leading Google Ads experts in the world.
- A professional educator. Over 4,000 entrepreneurs have increased their sales after taking his courses.
- A practicing expert. Igor's clients generate $50 million in profit from Google Ads each month.

- PhD. The Young Scientist of the Year in Ukraine. Since 2006, he has been applying mathematics to optimize Google Ads. - Named "Europe's Best PPC Speaker" by Adworld Experience. One of the leading Google Ads experts in the world. - A professional ... Show more

Rana Gujral is a TED Speaker, a visionary entrepreneur and AI thought leader at the forefront of Artificial Intelligence (AI), Artificial General Intelligence (AGI), and Cognitive AI. As an authority in AI-driven decision-making, behavioral analytics, and voice intelligence, Rana’s work explores how advanced AI can understand, predict, and enhance human interactions.
He has delivered keynote speeches and expert panels at prestigious global events, including the World Economic Forum, CES, GovAI Summit, GITEX, TNW, AI Everything, LEAP, DSC Europe, WAICF, and TEDx, where he shares groundbreaking insights on AGI development, cognitive AI, deepfake detection, and ethical AI frameworks. His expertise spans predictive voice analytics, emotion AI, and AI-powered behavioral profiling, making him a sought-after speaker for technology conferences, AI summits, and enterprise innovation forums.
Rana is the CEO of Behavioral Signals, a company pioneering state-of-the-art AI-driven behavioral analytics that enables machines to comprehend and respond to human emotions with unprecedented accuracy.
Rana Gujral delivers compelling, future-focused keynotes that explore the intersection of AI, AGI, cognitive computing, and ethics, offering audiences cutting-edge insights into the future of intelligent machines.

Rana Gujral is a TED Speaker, a visionary entrepreneur and AI thought leader at the forefront of Artificial Intelligence (AI), Artificial General Intelligence (AGI), and Cognitive AI. As an authority in AI-driven decision-making, behavioral analytics... Show more

I am Arijit, an 18-year-old from India. I love to play with AI on hardware and have been into IoT and AI since 2017. I work at Edge Impulse and create wholesome content for the team, help developer communities and have shared my thoughts in more than 20+ Tech events across the globe.

From receiving one of the highest honours from the Vice President of Govt of India as a Young Innovator to becoming the youngest speaker to talk at the world's biggest Open Source Conference: GitHub Universe, I've experienced it all!

I'm the Co-Organizer for tinyML India which has now grown to 1700+ members across the country. I even lead the TinyML Aspirants Community, which is amongst the biggest Machine Learning communities in Asia. The community currently consists of more than 300 people across the world!

I am Arijit, an 18-year-old from India. I love to play with AI on hardware and have been into IoT and AI since 2017. I work at Edge Impulse and create wholesome content for the team, help developer communities and have shared my thoughts in more than... Show more

👋 Hello! I'm Vivian Acquah, a Certified Inclusion Strategist (CDE®), Certified ESDP, LinkedIn Top Voice, and Nominee for European Businesswoman 2023 (ESDP). I'm also a passionate advocate for topics related to inclusion, in particular neurodiversity, and a transformational speaker, facilitator, and trainer.

🔎 Background Information
After becoming a mother, I transitioned from a Finance/IT consulting career to inclusion consulting. I promised my son (Orlando) and future generations to create thriving workplaces for EVERYONE.

Today, I am the founder of Amplify DEI and the co-founder of Global Inclusion in Practice, where I operate as an Inclusion Coach and Consultant.

💼 What
Employees are the foundation of any organization. I support managers in engaging, energizing, and keeping their team members safe and sustainably, leading to increased revenue for your company. I also perform workplace audits to uncover stress points and identify wins, and I consult on strategies to improve your organization's workplace wellness.

🚀 How
I use a holistic approach to build sustainable employability. I consider all wellness and well-being elements, including physical, mental, career, social, community, and financial wellness, while purposefully incorporating fairness and inclusion.

👣 Your Next Step
Ready to make your organization a better place to work and be a part of? I offer services in English and Dutch, including interactive (online) keynotes, training, workshops, and strategy development. Learn more about the impactful Amplify Empathy with Virtual Reality training via bit.ly/amplifyempathytraining.

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👋 Hello! I'm Vivian Acquah, a Certified Inclusion Strategist (CDE®), Certified ESDP, LinkedIn Top Voice, and Nominee for European Businesswoman 2023 (ESDP). I'm also a passionate advocate for topics related to inclusion, in particular neurodiversity... Show more

Deepti Mittal is a Principal Software Engineer at Mimecast with deep expertise in AI development, distributed systems, observability, scalability, and system architecture. Drawing on experience across healthcare, retail, and finance, she excels at building resilient, scalable solutions tailored to diverse business needs. Currently, they are exploring innovative ways to leverage Generative AI for enhancing everyday engineering and system resilience. A passionate technologist and blogger, Deepti Mittal is known for demystifying complex system internals and sharing practical insights. Their sessions blend technical depth with real-world lessons, empowering teams to build smarter, more scalable systems

Deepti Mittal is a Principal Software Engineer at Mimecast with deep expertise in AI development, distributed systems, observability, scalability, and system architecture. Drawing on experience across healthcare, retail, and finance, she excels at bu... Show more