Caroline deRichemond, CRNP, CLS, FNLA, recognized for her knowledge of lipid disorders, is a Certified Lipid Specialist (CLS) and is a Fellow of the National Lipid Association (FNLA) associated with Geisinger Health in Pennsylvania. She has more than 25 years of experience in adult health, cardiovascular prevention and lipidology. She has clinic at multiple Geisinger Health System sites, including Wilkes Barre, Scranton, Danville, Lewistown, and State College.
Her academic roles include Instructor of Lipidology, Assistant Professor at Geisinger Commonwealth School of Medicine. Caroline is frequently invited to present at professional conferences focused on lipidology and reducing cardiovascular risk, such as the American Association of Nurse Practitioners national meeting, Pennsylvania Coalition of Nurse Practitioners clinical conference, National Lipid Association, and the American Society for Preventative Cardiology.
She holds the position of Board Officer for the Northeast Lipid Association, and was also appointed as Co-Chair for TEACH-ASCVD, a national lipid trial led by the National Lipid Association. Caroline is a Mentor for the Lipid Scholars program of the National Lipid Association. She has twice received the National Lipid Association President’s Service Award in 2023 and 2024 for her leadership.
Currently, she participates in four lipid trials at Geisinger, has been published on Familial Hypercholesterolemia, and the transition from pediatric to adult lipid care. Caroline's contributions span clinical practice, education, and advocacy, earning her respect as a leader in inherited Lipid disorder management and cardiovascular risk reduction.

Caroline deRichemond, CRNP, CLS, FNLA, recognized for her knowledge of lipid disorders, is a Certified Lipid Specialist (CLS) and is a Fellow of the National Lipid Association (FNLA) associated with Geisinger Health in Pennsylvania. She has more than... Show more

My research interests and industry expertise include time-series forecasting, optimization, machine learning models, and their business applications across the healthcare and finance industries. He
is also a member of the American Statistical Association

My research interests and industry expertise include time-series forecasting, optimization, machine learning models, and their business applications across the healthcare and finance industries. He is also a member of the American Statistical Associ... Show more

Soujanya Vummannagari is an accomplished Senior Product/Delivery Manager with over 20 years of experience driving digital transformation across healthcare, retail, finance, and insurance industries. Currently serving as Senior Development Consultant at Evernorth/Express Scripts through Endava Solutions, she leads a comprehensive product portfolio encompassing 50+ Spring Boot services and 400+ DataPower/Mainframe services while managing a 30+ member global team.
Her expertise spans the full technology spectrum, from legacy mainframe systems (PLI, CICS, COBOL) to modern cloud-native architectures using Java, Spring Boot,Openshift and AWS. Soujanya has demonstrated exceptional leadership in large-scale system modernization, successfully migrating monolithic systems to microservices architectures, achieving 1300+ MIPS savings and delivering $2.5M in license cost reductions through strategic technology transitions.
Notable achievements include developing innovative certification frameworks that contributed to $1.75M in cost savings, building analytics platforms that drove incremental revenue growth, and leading FHIR API migrations that enhanced healthcare data interoperability across multiple organizations. Her technical proficiency extends to DevOps practices, utilizing tools like Jenkins, Git, and Pivotal Cloud Foundry, while maintaining robust monitoring and security standards through Grafana, Splunk, newrelic , and Dynatrace.
Prior to her current role, Soujanya held key positions at Clopay Doors, PNC Healthcare, State Farm Insurance, and Citigroup, where she consistently delivered scalable solutions and led cross-functional teams to achieve strategic business objectives. Her experience includes extensive work with HIPAA compliance, EDI transaction processing, and claims management systems.
Soujanya holds a Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering and maintains Project Management Professional (PMP) certification alongside OBIEE Foundation Suite 11G certification, reflecting her commitment to continuous professional development and excellence in technology leadership.

Soujanya Vummannagari is an accomplished Senior Product/Delivery Manager with over 20 years of experience driving digital transformation across healthcare, retail, finance, and insurance industries. Currently serving as Senior Development Consultant ... Show more

Dr. Salvatore Palumbo, MD, FACS, FAANS, is a board-certified neurosurgeon and spine specialist on Long Island. He serves as Chief of the Department of Neurosurgery and Director of Neurotrauma at Good Samaritan University Hospital in West Islip, where he will complete 25 years in 2027. He also serves as Chief of Neurosurgery at St. Joseph’s Hospital in Bethpage. He has spent much of his career treating complex neurological conditions and is recognized for his expertise within his practice and across the country.

Dr. Salvatore is known for a patient-first approach that combines advanced surgical techniques with personalized care plans. He carefully evaluates each patient’s condition to determine effective and less invasive treatment options. His goal is not only to relieve pain but also to restore function, mobility, and overall quality of life. He has helped thousands of patients with conditions involving the spine, neck, brain, and peripheral nerves. His surgical work includes intracranial procedures, complex spinal surgeries, and spinal reconstruction for both degenerative and traumatic disorders.

Salvatore Palumbo, MD, has extensive experience treating intracranial tumors and other neurological conditions. His procedures range from minimally invasive microdiscectomies to multi-level spinal stabilization surgeries. He diagnoses and treats conditions such as back and leg pain, arm and neck pain, sciatica, herniated discs, degenerative disc diseases, spinal stenosis, compression fractures, traumatic brain injuries, spinal and brain tumors, and carpal tunnel syndrome.

Dr. Salvatore has received several recognitions, including being named a Top Doctor in America and on Long Island. While practicing in Pennsylvania, he also received the Outstanding Physicians Award. Patients often share meaningful feedback, with some referring to him as a “hero” and others highlighting the care he provided during recovery and long-term treatment.

He was one of the founding members of Long Island Brain and Spine and the Interventional Pain Management Group, which provides coordinated, multidisciplinary care. He is a Fellow of the American Board of Neurological Surgeons and the American College of Surgeons, and a member of the North American Spine Society and New York State and County Medical Societies. He completed his undergraduate degree at Duquesne University, earned his medical degree from Temple University School of Medicine, and completed his internship and residency at the University of Rochester-Strong Memorial Hospital. He also donates to Catholic Health Long Island and Make-A-Wish. Dr. Salvatore Palumbo remains dedicated to patient care and community support.

Dr. Salvatore Palumbo, MD, FACS, FAANS, is a board-certified neurosurgeon and spine specialist on Long Island. He serves as Chief of the Department of Neurosurgery and Director of Neurotrauma at Good Samaritan University Hospital in West Islip, where... Show more

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

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

Agile Organiziational leader and manager, Certified board facilitator with TAB (The Alternative Board) and a graduate of the StratPro leadership and strategy program, bringing over 20 years of experience in establishing and leading corporate training and education centers. Skilled in managing cross-cultural educational initiatives across Eastern Europe and North America, with a strong background in organizational development and leadership.

Currently serves as Deputy Head of the pioneering Education Authority and Director of Business Development at Sheba Medical Center, consistently ranked among the world’s Top 10 hospitals. Leads innovation processes, organizational learning and strategic growth initiatives and played a central role in establishing the Education Authority as a trailblazing organizational unit within the medical center.

Dedicated sports enthusiast with a particular passion for the English Premier League and an Executive Board Member of The Association of Independent Sport Organizations,
contributing energy, curiosity and a people-centered approach to every professional role.

Agile Organiziational leader and manager, Certified board facilitator with TAB (The Alternative Board) and a graduate of the StratPro leadership and strategy program, bringing over 20 years of experience in establishing and leading corporate training... Show more

Harsha Priya Ganapathy is an AI/ML Engineer and Research Scholar with a Master’s degree in Computer Science specializing in Artificial Intelligence and Machine Learning. She has published multiple AI research papers and has built real-world AI applications in healthcare, energy optimization, and computer vision.
She actively mentors students in AI and cloud technologies, has delivered technical webinars on hackathon strategy and AI system design, and works at the intersection of applied machine learning and scalable software systems.
Her work focuses on making advanced AI accessible through practical system integration using modern development frameworks.

Harsha Priya Ganapathy is an AI/ML Engineer and Research Scholar with a Master’s degree in Computer Science specializing in Artificial Intelligence and Machine Learning. She has published multiple AI research papers and has built real-world AI applic... Show more

Athiq Ahmed is a Senior AI/ML leader at UnitedHealth Group (Optum), where he builds scalable, enterprise-grade AI solutions that transform healthcare outcomes globally. His work focuses on leveraging data, advanced machine learning, and cloud platforms to improve lives while reducing costs across the healthcare ecosystem.

With over a decade of experience across consulting and industry, Athiq has led large-scale AI initiatives spanning healthcare, retail, and financial services. He has successfully designed and deployed solutions in areas such as predictive modeling, generative AI, customer analytics, and operational optimization, consistently driving measurable business impact.

Previously, as a Senior Manager at Tredence, he led a team of 50+ data scientists, delivering end-to-end AI/ML solutions for complex business challenges including demand forecasting, promotion optimization, and customer lifetime value modeling. At Infosys Consulting AI Labs, he played a key role in advancing AI adoption through rapid prototyping, solution design, and innovation-driven initiatives across global markets.

His core expertise includes:

AI/ML strategy and large-scale system design
Productionizing machine learning models
Multi-agent systems and intelligent automation
Cloud-native AI architectures on Azure
Building high-performing, innovation-driven teams

At Microsoft’s Agents League, Athiq is presenting a multi-agent reasoning system built using the Microsoft Agent Framework, demonstrating how orchestrated AI agents can deliver personalized, adaptive learning experiences at scale.

Athiq Ahmed is a Senior AI/ML leader at UnitedHealth Group (Optum), where he builds scalable, enterprise-grade AI solutions that transform healthcare outcomes globally. His work focuses on leveraging data, advanced machine learning, and cloud platfor... Show more

Christen is an experienced data management specialist with over 10 years of expertise as a data analyst, engineer, and architect, and Snowflake is the only thing she has not broken (yet). Passionate about innovation and process improvement, Christen has successfully modernized data platforms, implemented new technologies, and identified major cost savings at companies in Healthcare and Oil and Gas. She loves sharing knowledge with others and enabling teams to choose optimal solutions. Currently a Senior Solutions Engineer, Christen helps customers build innovative, cost effective solutions to business challenges in Healthcare using the Snowflake Data Cloud.

Christen is an experienced data management specialist with over 10 years of expertise as a data analyst, engineer, and architect, and Snowflake is the only thing she has not broken (yet). Passionate about innovation and process improvement, Christen ... Show more

Martin is a Principal Architect and CTO for a number of not-for-profit organisations in Perth, Western Australia.

He has many years of experience in integration, particularly across the Microsoft Azure stack, as well as experience developing solutions for IoT and Digital Twins.

More recently, he has been involved in many projects in artificial intelligence and healthcare.

He is the organiser of the Perth Azure User Group, and a global administrator for both Global Azure as well as being a Microsoft MVP.

In his spare time, he likes to exercise and read, and wrangle his 3 kids.

Martin is a Principal Architect and CTO for a number of not-for-profit organisations in Perth, Western Australia. He has many years of experience in integration, particularly across the Microsoft Azure stack, as well as experience developing solut... Show more

Dr. Walter E. Copeland II is an AI strategist, professor, and public health leader who holds a Doctor of Medical Science and specializes in AI applications in business and health sciences. He helps organizations translate emerging technologies into practical strategies that improve decision-making, performance, and real-world outcomes.

With a multidisciplinary perspective spanning AI, leadership, healthcare, and business, he is known for connecting innovation to execution. As founder of Health is Wealth Coaching Group, he speaks on AI, leadership, and innovation, helping organizations turn emerging ideas into practical action.

Dr. Walter E. Copeland II is an AI strategist, professor, and public health leader who holds a Doctor of Medical Science and specializes in AI applications in business and health sciences. He helps organizations translate emerging technologies into p... Show more

Devika Rajhamundry is an accomplished data warehousing and business intelligence professional with extensive experience designing and implementing enterprise data solutions across healthcare and financial services environments. She has built a reputation for leading complex data integration initiatives, developing scalable data warehouse architectures, and enabling organizations to transform large volumes of operational data into actionable insights. Her expertise spans data modeling, ETL architecture, database administration, and enterprise reporting solutions built on Microsoft Business Intelligence technologies.
In her current leadership role at Keck Medicine of USC, Devika manages business intelligence and data warehouse initiatives that support strategic decision-making across the organization. She works closely with senior leadership, technical teams, and operational stakeholders to translate complex business requirements into robust analytics solutions. Her work focuses on building reliable ETL pipelines, integrating data from multiple enterprise systems, and delivering analytical tools that support revenue cycle operations, financial reporting, and operational performance monitoring. Devika also guides development teams, establishes best practices for ETL design and deployment, and ensures data accuracy and system reliability through strong governance and change management processes.
Throughout her career, Devika has contributed to large-scale enterprise systems that integrate diverse data sources and support mission-critical reporting and analytics. She has led the design and implementation of data extraction and transformation frameworks, developed complex SQL logic and stored procedures for performance-optimized data processing, and implemented automated monitoring and validation processes to maintain data integrity. Her projects have supported healthcare analytics platforms, provider data integration systems, building business intelligence applications, and regulatory reporting systems within major financial institutions.
Devika combines strong technical expertise with collaborative leadership, enabling teams to deliver high-quality analytics solutions that drive operational efficiency and informed decision-making. Her multidisciplinary background in computer science and healthcare administration further strengthens her ability to bridge technology and healthcare operations, allowing organizations to leverage data as a strategic asset for continuous improvement and innovation.

Devika Rajhamundry is an accomplished data warehousing and business intelligence professional with extensive experience designing and implementing enterprise data solutions across healthcare and financial services environments. She has built a reputa... Show more

Dr. Kalpesh Shah is an esteemed Senior Consultant Neurosurgeon with a remarkable career dedicated to the field of neurosurgery. With extensive experience and expertise in his domain, Dr. Shah has established himself as a trusted name in the medical community.

Dr. Kalpesh Shah is an esteemed Senior Consultant Neurosurgeon with a remarkable career dedicated to the field of neurosurgery. With extensive experience and expertise in his domain, Dr. Shah has established himself as a trusted name in the medical c... Show more

Jess Bonasso, also known as The Self Rescue Goddess, is a self-rescue empowerment coach, author & keynote speaker on a mission to teach high-capacity women everywhere how to energize & elevate the way they live, lead & work so they can expend less & thrive more.

A leading expert who’s been teaching women of impact, influence & success how to save themselves from self-abandonment since 2007, Jess is the founder & CEO of Brave Life Consulting, a women-led company committed to the evolution of all women.

She is also the creator of the Brave-Hearted Way, a personalized self-rescue road map that teaches high-capacity women how to unravel the self-abandonment trap that keeps many women trapped in burnout and reclaim their wholeness!

As an accredited practitioner of The Journey Method®, she can also empower you to unravel the root cause of any sabotage standing in the way of your happiness, health, wealth or wholeness.

Jess speaks at women’s organizations, conferences & on podcasts regularly, is a published co-author of two self-help books, an author of her own book Radical Wholeness, has over 20 years’ worth of expertise with the Enneagram personality system & is an embodiment of all that she teaches.

To jumpstart your own self-rescue & learn how to become your very own hero TODAY, simply visit her website at: https://jessbonasso.com.

Jess Bonasso, also known as The Self Rescue Goddess, is a self-rescue empowerment coach, author & keynote speaker on a mission to teach high-capacity women everywhere how to energize & elevate the way they live, lead & work so they can expend less & ... Show more

Amber Valimont is certified as a family nurse practitioner with the American Association of Nurse Practitioners. She has a Master of Science in Nursing from Belmont University in Nashville, TN. Her bachelor’s degree is from Duquesne University in Pittsburgh, PA. Her initial clinical practice was in primary care/internal medicine from 2019-2022. She currently practices in advanced heart failure at UPMC Presbyterian in Pittsburgh, PA since 2022. She is a member of AANP, HFSA (Heart Failure Society of America), and PCNP. She has been a per diem clinical adjunct with NP and DNP students at Duquesne University.

Amber Valimont is certified as a family nurse practitioner with the American Association of Nurse Practitioners. She has a Master of Science in Nursing from Belmont University in Nashville, TN. Her bachelor’s degree is from Duquesne University in Pit... Show more

Sairohith Thummarakoti is a technology leader, researcher, and author specializing in AI, cloud computing, and healthcare IT. He is a Certified Pega Lead System Architect (CLSA) and serves as Chair of the IEEE Computer Society Columbia Section and as an Industry Advisory Board member for multiple universities. He has authored and edited several books on AI, agentic systems, and software engineering, and is an active speaker and organizer at international conferences. His work focuses on building scalable, ethical, and high-impact digital systems at the intersection of research, industry, and real-world impact.

Sairohith Thummarakoti is a technology leader, researcher, and author specializing in AI, cloud computing, and healthcare IT. He is a Certified Pega Lead System Architect (CLSA) and serves as Chair of the IEEE Computer Society Columbia Section and as... Show more

Biomedical engineer with more than 15 years of expertise.

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

Alfred Ojukwu is a well-known Technology Industry Certification Expert and a Senior Surface Specialist in Health and Life Sciences, a 14-year veteran at Microsoft. He has been in the industry since completing his undergraduate studies at Lincoln University, Missouri, and later his Master of Public Administration (MPA) from the University of Missouri - Columbia.

Mr. Ojukwu is the 2023-2024 Worldwide Global Chair of Blacks at Microsoft (affectionately known as BAM). In this role he cherishes the delivery of quality programming to a targeted audience within the Microsoft community and around the globe. Alfred is intimately involved with several community-building exercises including the (BAM) High School Summer mentorship program, National Society of Black Engineers, (NSBE), HISIG, Microsoft GIVE Events supporting the BAM College Scholarship initiative, Black History Month programming for BAM WW and Health, and Life Science Educational Series for Black Employees in Healthcare. He is also a strong ally for all Employee Resource Groups and strives to ensure Microsoft employees and BAM members can work in an inclusive environment where all individuals are accepted as their true authentic selves. He is a highly skilled influencer who can collaborate with others to inspire the growth of DE&I programming through every part of the organization. He is also a Microsoft Certified Trainer (MCT) focusing on AI Based Certifications.

Alfred Ojukwu is a well-known Technology Industry Certification Expert and a Senior Surface Specialist in Health and Life Sciences, a 14-year veteran at Microsoft. He has been in the industry since completing his undergraduate studies at Lincoln Univ... Show more

Dr. Ashley Bryant is a licensed professional counselor with 18 years of clinical experience and the founder of Legacy Family Services, a group private practice based in Oklahoma City. She is also the founder of LeadDash, a HIPAA-compliant EHR and marketing automation platform built exclusively for mental health professionals.

Dr. Ashley's work sits at the intersection of mental health, leadership, and business. She is the creator of the P.U.L.S.E. Framework®, which she applies to leadership, communication, and organizational culture. She has been featured on TLC, PBS, and FOX and in US Weekly and Daily Mail.

She speaks on workplace mental health, burnout, and human-centered leadership, drawing from nearly two decades in the therapy room and the lived experience of building businesses while doing the work. Her clients and audiences walk away with a clearer understanding of how mental health directly impacts productivity, retention, and leadership effectiveness. Her audiences leave with more than insight. They leave antsy to do something about it.

Dr. Ashley holds a PhD in Workforce and Adult Education and a Master of Science from Langston University.

Dr. Ashley Bryant is a licensed professional counselor with 18 years of clinical experience and the founder of Legacy Family Services, a group private practice based in Oklahoma City. She is also the founder of LeadDash, a HIPAA-compliant EHR and mar... Show more

Dr. Leslie Pasco is the visionary founder and President of MyoWay Centers for Kids. With more than two decades of experience in pediatric and family dentistry, Dr. Pasco has dedicated her career to understanding how airway and muscle function influence growth, sleep, learning, and overall health.
Driven by the realization that many children’s lifelong health challenges trace back to dysfunctional breathing and muscle patterns, Dr. Pasco shifted her focus from traditional dentistry to early intervention and myofunctional therapy. She built MyoWay Centers for Kids to provide families with practical, evidence‑based solutions that support optimal development.

Rather than simply addressing symptoms, Dr. Pasco emphasizes early screening, functional assessment, and collaboration with other healthcare professionals to ensure children receive comprehensive care.

Her mission is clear: help children grow right, breathe right, and live better.

Licensed Dentist (DMD) with over 28 years of clinical practice
Certified Orofacial Myologist
Buteyko Breathing Method Instructor
National speaker and educator on pediatric airway health
Published Author

Dr. Leslie Pasco is the visionary founder and President of MyoWay Centers for Kids. With more than two decades of experience in pediatric and family dentistry, Dr. Pasco has dedicated her career to understanding how airway and muscle function influen... Show more

Renee Anorue, LCSW/LCSW-C
Founder, Core Therapy & Healing

Renee Anorue is a Licensed Clinical Social Worker, speaker, certified herbalist, consultant, and the founder of Core Therapy & Healing, a private practice providing culturally informed mental health treatment to individuals ages 14–40. With over 10 years of experience, she delivers culturally informed mental health talks and workshops that translate therapy concepts into relatable, actionable strategies; empowering diverse audiences to feel seen, better understand their mental health, prioritize their wellbeing, and leave with tools they can use right away.

Renee combines her clinical expertise with her own lived experience to address topics such as anxiety, self-care for entrepreneurs and leaders, herbalism’s impact on mental health and sustainable wellness practices, among other topics, ensuring every person leaves with more than they came with.

As a Caribbean-American woman, she brings a deep understanding of the impact of culture, identity, and community on the healing journey. No matter the presentation format, Renee delivers psychoeducation with passion and cultural awareness, ensuring audiences feel supported and inspired to take care of their mental health beyond the presentation.

Renee integrates holistic wellness into her work as a certified herbalist, offering 100% natural herbal products designed to support mental and emotional wellbeing. Additionally, Renee offers mental health focused, guided journals, such as "Centered at the CORE", to support her presentations.

Renee is passionate about helping people move beyond survival mode and into lives that feel balanced, intentional, and fulfilling. Whether through therapy, workshops, speaking engagements, consultation, or holistic wellness products, her mission is to make mental wellness more accessible, relatable, and actionable.

Renee Anorue, LCSW/LCSW-C Founder, Core Therapy & Healing Renee Anorue is a Licensed Clinical Social Worker, speaker, certified herbalist, consultant, and the founder of Core Therapy & Healing, a private practice providing culturally informed me... Show more

Danielle Connolly is a disability advocate, content creator, speaker, and business and marketing professional. Born with a rare, still-undiagnosed muscle disease, Danielle has navigated unique life experiences that have shaped her passions and purpose. She shares her perspective through Daniellevates - a platform dedicated to elevating conversations about disability, rare disease, and chronic illness with a mix of humor, storytelling, education, and real-life adventures.

Danielle Connolly is a disability advocate, content creator, speaker, and business and marketing professional. Born with a rare, still-undiagnosed muscle disease, Danielle has navigated unique life experiences that have shaped her passions and purpos... Show more

Dr. Ben Lippe is a licensed psychologist who is Board Certified in Clinical Health Psychology through the American Board of Professional Psychology.

He is an expert on topics related to health, wellness, fitness, and behavior change.

Award-winning instructor, psychologist, author, and consultant.

He is available for workshops and keynote addresses for:
Healthcare organizations
Professional associations
Clinical teams seeking insight, clarity, and practical inspiration
Support Group organizations (e.g., cancer, chronic pain, transplant)

He speaks candidly about the realities of modern medicine—burnout, leadership challenges, patient communication, healthy behaviors, system constraints—while offering practical strategies that audiences can immediately apply in their own settings.

Dr. Ben Lippe is a licensed psychologist who is Board Certified in Clinical Health Psychology through the American Board of Professional Psychology. He is an expert on topics related to health, wellness, fitness, and behavior change. Award-... Show more

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

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

With 20 years of experience from creating solutions, I have seen a lot. The last 6 years I have worked primarily in healthcare and Fin-Tech. Both domains have similarities and are both seen as complex. By using the right mindset, technology and just being polite, I try to reduce complexity and make things happen. And sometimes great things do happen.

With 20 years of experience from creating solutions, I have seen a lot. The last 6 years I have worked primarily in healthcare and Fin-Tech. Both domains have similarities and are both seen as complex. By using the right mindset, technology and just ... Show more

Director of Data and AI with 18 years of extensive experience specializing in architecting and implementing complex data solutions tailored for the Healthcare, Life Insurance, and Finance sectors. My expertise encompasses Digital Solution Architecture, Advanced Data Engineering, Data Governance, Artificial Intelligence, Data Analytics, and Regulatory Reporting, with a strong emphasis on regulatory compliance and data integrity.

I possess niche skills in AI model development and deployment, including proficiency in natural language processing (NLP) and machine learning (ML) algorithms that enhance predictive analytics capabilities. In Data Architecture, I excel in designing cloud-native architectures, implementing data lakes, and optimizing data warehousing solutions. My Data Governance expertise includes establishing frameworks for data stewardship, data quality management, and compliance with regulations such as HIPPA and GDPR.

Throughout my career, I have successfully developed scalable data models and architectures that support real-time analytics and machine learning initiatives, driving enhanced decision-making and operational efficiencies. In the Healthcare industry, I have led projects that align data governance practices with regulatory standards, ensuring the protection of sensitive patient information while maximizing the utility of health data for clinical insights. In the Life Insurance sector, I have engineered data solutions that optimize underwriting processes and claims management through the integration of advanced analytics. In Finance, I have focused on improving compliance reporting mechanisms, employing sophisticated analytics to ensure accuracy and timeliness in submissions to regulatory bodies.

My leadership philosophy emphasizes collaboration with cross-functional teams, aligning data architecture strategies with overarching business goals. I advocate for a culture of innovation, empowering teams to explore emerging technologies and methodologies that promote continuous improvement. I am passionate about mentoring emerging data professionals and sharing best practices in data management and governance to foster organizational growth.

In summary, my extensive background as a Director of Data and AI equips me to deliver sophisticated data solutions that effectively address the unique challenges within the Healthcare, Life Insurance, and Finance industries, while ensuring compliance and enhancing operational capabilities.

Director of Data and AI with 18 years of extensive experience specializing in architecting and implementing complex data solutions tailored for the Healthcare, Life Insurance, and Finance sectors. My expertise encompasses Digital Solution Architectur... Show more

Yukti Lnu is a Lead Software Engineer and AI innovator specializing in Agentic AI, AI/ML systems, cybersecurity, and cloud-native enterprise architecture. With deep expertise in .NET (Core/6+), C#, React, and Microsoft Azure, she designs and delivers scalable, secure, full-stack solutions that integrate machine learning models, LLM orchestration, and autonomous Agentic AI workflows into production-grade environments. Her work focuses on building intelligent systems that combine multi-model reasoning, secure API ecosystems, and Zero-Trust security principles to drive operational efficiency, risk intelligence, and data-driven decision-making—particularly within regulated industries such as insurance and healthcare.

A strong advocate for responsible and secure AI deployment, Yukti emphasizes governance, compliance alignment (including HIPAA and NIST CSF), model observability, and cybersecurity-by-design across all stages of development. She has authored and published research papers in AI/ML, fraud detection, graph-based analytics, and AI-driven cybersecurity, contributing to the advancement of applied artificial intelligence in enterprise systems. As an IEEE member and contributor, she actively engages with the professional community through research collaboration and technical discourse.

Beyond her engineering leadership, Yukti contributes to the broader innovation ecosystem as a keynote and panel speaker on Agentic AI, AI governance, and enterprise AI architecture, and as a national hackathon judge evaluating advanced AI/ML and cybersecurity solutions across U.S. institutions. She also mentors students through academic lectures and workshops, helping cultivate the next generation of AI engineers. Her multidisciplinary expertise across full-stack development, cloud infrastructure, cybersecurity, and autonomous AI systems positions her as a trusted voice in the evolving landscape of intelligent, secure digital transformation.

Yukti Lnu is a Lead Software Engineer and AI innovator specializing in Agentic AI, AI/ML systems, cybersecurity, and cloud-native enterprise architecture. With deep expertise in .NET (Core/6+), C#, React, and Microsoft Azure, she designs and delivers... Show more

Reginald Ozougwu is a Senior Software Engineer specialising in distributed systems, cloud-native platforms, and event-driven architectures. Over the past eight years, he has designed and delivered high-scale backend systems across finance, trading, risk management, healthcare, government, and e-commerce sectors.

He focuses on building resilient microservices and real-time data platforms using technologies such as C#, .NET, Azure, and AWS. His work includes transforming legacy monolithic applications into event-driven architectures that enable scalable data pipelines and analytics workflows.

Reginald is particularly interested in how application architecture can produce analytics-ready data streams that power modern data science systems, real-time monitoring, and machine learning pipelines.

Reginald Ozougwu is a Senior Software Engineer specialising in distributed systems, cloud-native platforms, and event-driven architectures. Over the past eight years, he has designed and delivered high-scale backend systems across finance, trading, r... Show more

Maneesh Singh is a seasoned IT executive with over 19 years of global experience across banking, hospitality, commercial, and healthcare industries. Currently serving as an Enterprise Systems Delivery Manager at Corpay Inc through Hexaware Technologies, Maneesh leads global technical infrastructure projects under the CTO’s office. His leadership is pivotal in driving initiatives around global observability, Splunk infrastructure modernization, mainframe monitoring integrations, and license utilization analytics through Power BI.
Before this, Maneesh was the Delivery Director at Tangent Services Corporation, where he successfully steered AWS cloud and on-premise application development initiatives, leading high-performing, cross-functional teams while optimizing quality, compliance, and risk management across delivery lifecycles.
During his decade-long tenure at NTT Data Inc., he held several impactful roles, including Sr. Technical Program Manager for Citibank NA and Service Delivery Leader for Honeywell. At Citibank, he led a $14M program overseeing regulatory, business, and tech compliance initiatives and managed large-scale applications leveraging AI/ML and NLP. At Honeywell, he championed the global rollout of the PROS AI-powered pricing tool across regions, significantly improving pricing accuracy and automation.
Earlier, Maneesh held roles as Sr. Technical Delivery Lead and Cloud & DevOps Engineer at Enterprise Holdings, where he transformed digital architecture for flagship rental websites like Enterprise, Alamo, and National. His work contributed to $200M+ in revenue while overseeing AEM upgrades and end-to-end DevOps transformation.
At Hilton Worldwide, he led critical releases and DevOps transitions, including implementing Hilton’s groundbreaking “Digital Key” technology, now a flagship contactless guest experience across thousands of properties.
Maneesh’s foundational experience began at Siemens Information Systems, where for over six years he led development of advanced medical imaging solutions (Syngo ArchNet, Syngo fastView), implementing enhancements in DICOM image processing and remote data sharing.
He holds a Post Graduate Diploma in Advanced Computing (C-DAC, Pune), a Master’s in Computer Applications (Punjab Technical University), and a Bachelor’s in Computer Science (Guru Nanak Dev University).
Maneesh is highly credentialed with multiple industry certifications, including PMI-ACP, AWS Solutions Architect Associate, Azure Fundamentals, and multiple Adobe and Splunk certifications. He is also a Senior Member of IEEE, a Fellow Member of IETE, and actively Contributes to community service as a cricket coach and coordinator at the North Atlanta Cricket Academy.

Maneesh Singh is a seasoned IT executive with over 19 years of global experience across banking, hospitality, commercial, and healthcare industries. Currently serving as an Enterprise Systems Delivery Manager at Corpay Inc through Hexaware Technologi... Show more

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