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

Johnny Graber uses his skills at the Swiss Medical Association to reduce the administrative burdens for doctors in Switzerland. As a member of a small team he wears many hats that range from full stack developer to project manager. His work gives him many chances to understand that the biggest challenges in software development aren’t the technical ones.

Johnny Graber uses his skills at the Swiss Medical Association to reduce the administrative burdens for doctors in Switzerland. As a member of a small team he wears many hats that range from full stack developer to project manager. His work gives him... Show more

Raji Navis is a practitioner of SMGI® (Somatic Mindful Guided Imagery®), an integrative methodology that connects body, mind, and subconscious to complete the work that insight alone cannot reach.

With a background in engineering and a Master's degree in Climate Change Policy, Raji brings systems-thinking precision to the most complex system that exists: the human nervous system and subconscious. She serves clients globally through Bodywise Mind, helping high-functioning professionals, therapy-educated clients, and people experiencing persistent physical symptoms move from the Somatic Ceiling, where understanding hasn't yet reached embodiment, into lasting, effortless change.

Raji's approach is rooted in Eastern philosophical wisdom and Western neuroscience. She has trained extensively across 8+ modalities including strategic psychotherapy, clinical hypnosis, Brainspotting, Ayurveda, yoga, breathwork, and mindfulness practices. She trained under Gina Vance, the creator of SMGI®, and is currently engaged in a research partnership with the Health University of Applied Sciences Tyrol, Austria studying emotional regulation and attention in adults using SMGI®.

Raji Navis is a practitioner of SMGI® (Somatic Mindful Guided Imagery®), an integrative methodology that connects body, mind, and subconscious to complete the work that insight alone cannot reach. With a background in engineering and a Master's de... Show more

Banu is a product professional with close to 20 years of experience in product development and operations. She has worked across multiple industries such as fintech, health tech, martech, contact centre and civic tech building solutions for a customer centric outcome. As an avid enthusiast, she teaches and mentors on various topics in product management. She has been a featured speaker on many prestigious stages such as Grace Hopper Celebration, Microsoft Learn, SAS Top 10 Women in Data Analytics and other stages promoting learning and growth to professionals across the world.

Banu is a product professional with close to 20 years of experience in product development and operations. She has worked across multiple industries such as fintech, health tech, martech, contact centre and civic tech building solutions for a custome... Show more

Janice Litvin, founder of Banish Burnout Academy, is a dynamic keynote speaker, coach and author. She is on a mission to help leaders and teams prevent burnout and retain top talent. With a unique background spanning technology, banking, recruiting, and psychology, Janice brings real-world credibility to the stage. Her engaging keynote and programs blend research-based strategies, practical tools, humor and storytelling to help organizations create cultures where people thrive. Janice is a SHRM Recertification Provider and Past President of National Speakers Association of Northern California.

Janice Litvin, founder of Banish Burnout Academy, is a dynamic keynote speaker, coach and author. She is on a mission to help leaders and teams prevent burnout and retain top talent. With a unique background spanning technology, banking, recruiting, ... Show more

Sepha Soul was created by Jeanette and Frode Josepha‑Hveding - partners in life, in vision, and in the belief that the future of wellbeing begins with reconnecting to ourselves. Jeanette brings the intuitive, soulful dimension of the project, while Frode brings the technical imagination and engineering mindset. Together, they form the heart and structure of Sepha Soul.

Sepha Soul was created by Jeanette and Frode Josepha‑Hveding - partners in life, in vision, and in the belief that the future of wellbeing begins with reconnecting to ourselves. Jeanette brings the intuitive, soulful dimension of the project, while F... 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

Dr. Jatin Patel is board-certified in Internal Medicine and Rheumatology. He is the founder of Arthritis & Rheumatology Center, P.C., in Georgia. He has provided care to patients in Canton, Cumming, Kennesaw, Lawrenceville, Roswell/Alpharetta, Suwanee/Johns Creek, and Woodstock for 13 years. He serves patients at the Roswell/Alpharetta and Cumming offices, focusing on the comprehensive management of rheumatic diseases.

Dr. Patel specializes in Osteoarthritis, Systemic Lupus Erythematosus, Scleroderma, Vasculitis, Musculoskeletal Ultrasound, and Platelet-Rich Plasma therapies. His commitment has helped establish a wide range of advanced rheumatology services available for those who need specialized care.

He works to deliver high-quality healthcare for complex conditions while always paying attention to each individual’s needs. He stays informed about the latest advances in medicine and uses this knowledge to provide effective, evidence-based treatment for his patients.

Patel values early diagnosis and timely intervention as key parts of his approach. He strives to minimize discomfort and maintain function for those he serves, and his dedication guides the care provided throughout the practice.

He has developed expertise in healthcare delivery, patient management, and rheumatology. His experience contributes to the mission of providing thorough and dependable care for everyone at the center.

Jatin Patel, MD, and his team diagnose and treat a wide variety of rheumatic diseases. The center addresses conditions including Ankylosing Spondylitis, Bursitis, Tendonitis, Gout, Granulomatosis with Polyangiitis, Mixed Connective Tissue Disease, Myositis, Metabolic Myopathy, Osteoarthritis, Osteoporosis, Psoriatic Arthritis, Rheumatoid Arthritis, Scleroderma, Sjogren’s Disease, Soft Tissue Disorders, Systemic Lupus Erythematosus, and Vasculitis.

He has led the center’s development into a comprehensive outpatient facility. The practice offers infusion therapy, a CLIA-certified laboratory, X-rays, MRI, clinical trials, and an in-house dispensary. This approach allows patients to access a full range of rheumatology services in one place.

Patel has received recognition, including Alpharetta’s Best Doctor in Rheumatology 2017 and Castle Connolly Best Doctor 2023. He won the grand prize in the American College of Rheumatology Image Competition in 2012, an honor for significant clinical images that contribute to the ACR Image Library.

Dr. Jatin Patel has published research in national and international journals and has presented at American College of Physicians national meetings and American College of Rheumatology workshops.

Patel is a member of the American College of Rheumatology, the American College of Physicians, the National Arthritis Foundation, the International Society for Clinical Densitometry, and the American Institute of Ultrasound in Medicine.

Dr. Patel graduated from C.U. Shah Medical College in western India and completed his internal medicine residency at Jersey Shore University Hospital in New Jersey. He then completed his Rheumatology fellowship at Drexel University/Hahnemann Hospital, where he gained experience in Musculoskeletal Ultrasound and achieved Certification in Registered Musculoskeletal Sonography.

He has supported research and patient advocacy by donating $150,000 to Boston Children’s Hospital for clinical research in 2015 and 2016 and $5,000 to the National Psoriasis Foundation in 2025.

His parents, both physicians, inspired him to pursue medicine. Early experiences accompanying his father on patient visits helped shape his approach to compassionate care.

Jatin Patel, MD, enjoys spending time with his family, who moved with him to Georgia and became part of the community. He likes running, traveling, watching soccer, and trying new foods.

Dr. Jatin Patel is board-certified in Internal Medicine and Rheumatology. He is the founder of Arthritis & Rheumatology Center, P.C., in Georgia. He has provided care to patients in Canton, Cumming, Kennesaw, Lawrenceville, Roswell/Alpharetta, Suwane... Show more

I an Assistant Professor and AG-ACNP Program Director at the University of Pittsburgh School of Nursing. I am also an Expert Advanced Practice Provider at UPMC Presbyterian Hospital, Department of Critical Care Medicine.

I an Assistant Professor and AG-ACNP Program Director at the University of Pittsburgh School of Nursing. I am also an Expert Advanced Practice Provider at UPMC Presbyterian Hospital, Department of Critical Care Medicine. Show more

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

Noah Levin spent 15 years building technology for operationally complex businesses. At Amazon and Whole Foods, he owned the $4 billion online grocery P&L, led the technology roadmap across 700 technical staff, and ran business continuity for 500 stores during COVID. He went on to lead product at Season Health (CPO) and Honor (VP Product, elder care). He's spoken to audiences of 3,500+, given talks on product management, and appeared on podcasts for business leaders. Now he runs Serious People, an AI studio and advisory that helps complex businesses use AI to do real work. Based in Austin, Texas.

Noah Levin spent 15 years building technology for operationally complex businesses. At Amazon and Whole Foods, he owned the $4 billion online grocery P&L, led the technology roadmap across 700 technical staff, and ran business continuity for 500 stor... 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

Greg Beaumont is a data architect at Microsoft, where he enjoys identifying and solving complex problems backed by his experience in data architecture and a passion for innovation. Focusing on the healthcare industry, Greg works closely with customers to plan enterprise analytics strategies, evaluate new tools and products, conduct training sessions and hackathons, and architect solutions that improve the quality of care and reduce costs. He strives to be a trusted advisor to his customers and is always seeking new ways to drive progress and help organizations thrive. Based in Minnesota, he is a veteran of the Microsoft data speaker network and has worked with hundreds of customers on their data management and analytics strategies.

Greg Beaumont is a data architect at Microsoft, where he enjoys identifying and solving complex problems backed by his experience in data architecture and a passion for innovation. Focusing on the healthcare industry, Greg works closely with customer... 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

What happens when a clinically trained social worker builds a multi-seven-figure business from the ground up, and then watches her entire team walk out the door? If you're Samantha Goldberg, you don't retreat. You rebuild. And then you take everything you learned about shame, failure, and what real leadership actually requires, and you bring it to every stage you can find.

Samantha Goldberg, MSW, is a clinically trained social worker, entrepreneur, executive coach, and keynote speaker who works at the intersection of shame resilience, leadership, and self-worth. Named a Woman of Steel by PNC Bank and the Pittsburgh Steelers, she's on a mission to help people show up boldly and lead intentionally--without shame, imposter syndrome, or fear of failure calling the shots.

Samantha is the Founder & CEO of a group mental health therapy practice and multidisciplinary wellness hub in Pittsburgh established in 2018, built around a staffing model centered on business mentorship and entrepreneurial support. She built her practice into a large multimillion dollar operation, navigated a significant organizational crisis, and rebuilt it with radical transparency--an experience that grounds every framework she teaches in real operational leadership, not just research. Through her executive coaching and speaking platform, Unleashed Impact, she helps leaders and high achievers break free from shame, imposter syndrome, and the confidence barriers holding them back. She also serves as a private practice business consultant, providing business coaching to group practice owners across the country.

With 15+ years in the field, Samantha brings rare clinical depth to the leadership conversation--delivering keynotes that are equal parts research-backed and disarmingly honest, turning complex psychological frameworks into tools that actually change how people lead. Samantha is known for her sharp wit, radical honesty, and an uncanny ability to make a room full of high-achievers feel deeply seen--and ready to move.

Off stage, she lives in Pittsburgh with her first responder partner, two dogs, and a cat who has never once struggled with self-worth.

What happens when a clinically trained social worker builds a multi-seven-figure business from the ground up, and then watches her entire team walk out the door? If you're Samantha Goldberg, you don't retreat. You rebuild. And then you take everythin... Show more

Lisa is a pharmacist dedicated to empowering patients to take care of their own health with ever advancing technology.

Lisa is a pharmacist dedicated to empowering patients to take care of their own health with ever advancing technology. 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

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

Hannah Köpper (M.A.) leitet das Digitalisierungsteam im Studiendekanat der Medizinischen Fakultät der Universität Freiburg. Gemeinsam mit ihrem Team ist sie Ansprechpartnerin zu verschiedensten Fragen und Themen rund um digitale Lehre und innovative Lehrformate. Zu Hannahs Arbeitsschwerpunkten gehören Digitale Kompetenzen und AI Literacy, XR und das Lernmanagementsystem ILIAS.

Hannah Köpper (M.A.) leitet das Digitalisierungsteam im Studiendekanat der Medizinischen Fakultät der Universität Freiburg. Gemeinsam mit ihrem Team ist sie Ansprechpartnerin zu verschiedensten Fragen und Themen rund um digitale Lehre und innovative ... Show more

Subash Lekshmi Velayudhan is a Software Development Director with over 22 years of experience in Information Technology, currently pursuing a PG Program in Artificial Intelligence & Machine Learning at The McCombs School of Business at The University of Texas at Austin. As a recognized thought leader in healthcare technology transformation, Subash specializes in implementing AI-driven solutions that optimize payor operations across claims processing, fraud detection, and member engagement.
At NTT DATA, Subash has successfully led multiple high-impact implementations of healthcare payor systems, including HealthRules Payor and Amisys Advance, resulting in significant operational efficiencies for regional health plans. He has established innovative approaches to Test Data Management and Data Governance with a strong focus on compliance and privacy in healthcare systems.
A certified ScrumMaster® since 2014, Subash has driven organizational transformation from traditional waterfall methodologies to agile and DevOps models across multiple healthcare enterprises. His expertise spans the full spectrum of healthcare payer operations including enrollment, premium billing, claims processing, provider management, and EDI transactions across Commercial, Medicare, Medicaid, and Exchange lines of business.
Subash excels at establishing Testing Excellence Centers (TEC) that map testing processes to application dataflow and end-to-end business functions, dramatically improving quality while reducing implementation timelines. His technical expertise encompasses healthcare insurance products, SDLC tools, automation frameworks, and cloud technologies including ADLS, ADF, Snowflake, and Delphix Compliance Engines.
As an early adopter of AI in healthcare operations, Subash brings a unique perspective on the practical implementation challenges and strategic opportunities for healthcare organizations seeking to leverage artificial intelligence for competitive advantage.

Subash Lekshmi Velayudhan is a Software Development Director with over 22 years of experience in Information Technology, currently pursuing a PG Program in Artificial Intelligence & Machine Learning at The McCombs School of Business at The University... Show more

Paul is an ADHD Life Coach for tech professionals, and was previously a Salesforce consultant for 15+ years winning a Golden Hoodie for his work in community building. His passion is unlocking potential. He helps ADHDers work with themselves more constructively, and to improve self-understanding, both at work and in other areas of life.

Paul also writes a popular blog about tech, business, coaching and other points of interest.

He offers a free 30 minute chat to find out more.

Paul is an ADHD Life Coach for tech professionals, and was previously a Salesforce consultant for 15+ years winning a Golden Hoodie for his work in community building. His passion is unlocking potential. He helps ADHDers work with themselves more con... Show more

Christof Layher ist IT-Executive, Berater und Sparringspartner für regulierte mittelständische Unternehmen. Er unterstützt Organisationen dabei, digitale Komplexität zu reduzieren, indem er Entscheidungsprozesse dort strukturiert, wo Qualität, Daten und Umsetzung tatsächlich entstehen.

Über viele Jahre verantwortete er bei BioNTech die Validierung digitaler Systeme und den Aufbau skalierbarer IT- und Datenplattformen in hochregulierten Umfeldern. Dabei arbeitete er eng mit Quality, IT, Fachbereichen und Behörden zusammen – mit dem klaren Fokus, Compliance nicht als Bremse, sondern als Enabler für Fortschritt zu gestalten.

Heute begleitet er Unternehmen aus Pharma, Biotech und MedTech bei der Übersetzung von Digital- und IT-Strategien in operative Entscheidungen. Sein Schwerpunkt liegt auf der Reduktion von Abstimmungsschleifen, klaren Entscheidungsräumen und belastbaren Datenstrukturen – ohne zusätzliche Bürokratie oder Beraterfolien.

Christof Layher spricht aus der Praxis für die Praxis und verbindet technisches Tiefenverständnis mit einem systemischen Blick auf Organisationen und Entscheidungen.

Christof Layher ist IT-Executive, Berater und Sparringspartner für regulierte mittelständische Unternehmen. Er unterstützt Organisationen dabei, digitale Komplexität zu reduzieren, indem er Entscheidungsprozesse dort strukturiert, wo Qualität, Daten ... 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

Aki Asahara, Ph.D., is an AI systems performance engineer and the Chief Marketing Officer at Fixstars. With a doctorate in astrophysics and more than 15 years of hands-on engineering and project management experience, he specializes in GPU performance engineering for large-scale AI training and inference workloads. His work spans autonomous driving, finance, healthcare, and industrial AI applications, with expertise in distributed training, mixed-precision optimization, and cluster-level observability on NVIDIA H100/H200/B200 architectures.

Aki serves as a Session Chair and Speaker at HPC Asia 2026 and has delivered invited talks at multiple GenAI-focused conferences in Japan. He also represents Fixstars as an exhibitor at the Supercomputing Conference (SC). He contributes to publications in AI systems performance engineering and leads industry projects that significantly improve throughput and cost efficiency.

Aki Asahara, Ph.D., is an AI systems performance engineer and the Chief Marketing Officer at Fixstars. With a doctorate in astrophysics and more than 15 years of hands-on engineering and project management experience, he specializes in GPU performanc... Show more

Dr. Woko is a senior user researcher at Meta whose career sits at the intersection of public health, communication, and product monetization. Through her career she's built a unique skillset that connects a subject matter expertise on communication technology (i.e., social media and GenAI) to population health and consumer experiences.

As a user researcher at Meta she conducts research that helps connect businesses to the right customers through personalized and engaging content. She also serves as an panelist on Mathematica's external expert panel, where she provides technical assistance on Mathematica's health equity research and policy portfolio. Dr. Woko also sits on the advisory board of the University of Pennsylvania's Augmented and Extended Reality lab where she mentors doctoral students working to drive social impact through AI and AR/VR innovation.

Dr. Woko received her PhD in Health Communication from the University of Pennsylvania where she specialized in the spread of health misinformation online and its impact on marginalized populations. She has published research on topics including COVID-19, vaccine uptake, tobacco use, nutrition and physical activity, and sexual and reproductive health.

Dr. Woko is a senior user researcher at Meta whose career sits at the intersection of public health, communication, and product monetization. Through her career she's built a unique skillset that connects a subject matter expertise on communication t... 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

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