Unconventional thinking with a strong focus on challenging the normally accepted business rules. 20years of tech industry experience, 10years of specific Agile focus.

Unconventional thinking with a strong focus on challenging the normally accepted business rules. 20years of tech industry experience, 10years of specific Agile focus. Show more

For over three decades, Sonia Williams-Lewis has been on a mission of re-imagining equity and humanity, intending to reclaim all of the things lost and denied to the Black community by way of laws, policies, and cultural norms that intentionally and unintentionally perpetuate white supremacy, racism, and implicit biases. Her professional career has prompted efforts to address the issue of racialized norms, as a matter of curating a safe and brave space to have courageous conversations about race and belonging whilst normalizing an anti-racist, humanity-driven future. As the Founder/CEO of ASCRIBE Educational Consulting, LLC and EDIFIY Humanity 501c3, our work is rooted in challenging the norm and fostering a growth mindset where everyone matters and wins.

Sonia Williams-Lewis is a former high school/secondary educator, with degrees in History and Psychology from Spelman College, as well as a Master's Degree in Education and Secondary Teaching credential from San Francisco State University. Building the legacy of ASCRIBE and EDIFY prioritizes the marrying of equity and social justice, with an emphasis on how socio-economic factors impact family dynamics, community stratification, and the marginalized outcomes of vulnerable groups. If we focus on the margins of the margins, the result is our whole society reaping benefits that really matter. It's the development of our whole selves coupled with the development of our whole community that fosters a willingness to address all of our needs and not the deficit of what we can't accomplish together. It was after giving birth to 6 beautiful Black boys, that Sonia realized her lived experiences offer a unique perspective on tackling the problems associated with equity, belonging, and humanity, like but not limited to denied medical resources, lack of access to educational resources, unwarranted touches with the criminal justice system based on racialized norms and policies, and inner-communal violence. Said lived experiences, also known as "adverse childhood experiences" (ACEs) have not only led to a reliance on the resource-richness and resolve of the Black community but also how the Black community contributes to the whole of who we are as a society. Let's imagine together, a future where the next generation won't need to deal with or heal from racialized trauma....PERIOD.

For over three decades, Sonia Williams-Lewis has been on a mission of re-imagining equity and humanity, intending to reclaim all of the things lost and denied to the Black community by way of laws, policies, and cultural norms that intentionally and ... Show more

I love what I do, and I approach every job with full responsibility. My academic background is numerically and analytically grounded due to my studies in statistics and accounting. I discovered my passion for marketing and have found a balance between communication and analysis. Since then, I have been working on generating advertising tactics and data-driven marketing strategies to achieve long-term visibility and sales growth

I love what I do, and I approach every job with full responsibility. My academic background is numerically and analytically grounded due to my studies in statistics and accounting. I discovered my passion for marketing and have found a balance betwee... Show more

Embodied wellness and culture consultant

Embodied wellness and culture consultant Show more

Nyi founded ThitsaWorks in 2016 to create data-driven solutions that assist financial institutions in managing payments, data, and risk mitigation. Nyi has over 27 years of expertise in public administration, finance, fintech, software development, and financial inclusion.

Before launching ThitsaWorks, Nyi dedicated over two decades to the United Nations Headquarters in New York, working in the finance and technology sectors. In his final role there, he served as the Chief of the Information Systems Unit in the Department for General Assembly and Conference Management. Here, he led a team of IT experts and software developers, overseeing the development, maintenance, and support of worldwide IT operations for UN conference activities.

Nyi has a Master of Public Administration (MPA) from Columbia University and a Master of Science in Information Systems from the City University of New York.

Nyi founded ThitsaWorks in 2016 to create data-driven solutions that assist financial institutions in managing payments, data, and risk mitigation. Nyi has over 27 years of expertise in public administration, finance, fintech, software development, a... Show more

Carol is a PhD candidate in the Department of Population Medicine at the Ontario Veterinary College (OVC) at the University of Guelph, Canada. Her research focuses on the owner-companion rabbit relationship, and companion rabbit care and welfare. Specifically, she is exploring the validity and reliability of established human-animal relationship scales for use with companion rabbit owners, rabbit owners’ favourite rabbit behaviours and why they are so, ownership challenges, risk factors for thoughts of giving rabbits away or letting them loose outside, and rabbit intakes and management practices at Canadian and American shelters and rabbit rescues. Vespa, an extraordinary, lop-eared rabbit inspired her research.

Prior to the PhD program, Carol completed a Masters in Population Medicine at the OVC where her research focused on veterinary technical and professional skills in student veterinarians and recent graduates. She currently shares her home with a bonded pair of free-range, up-eared rabbits, Ellie and Coco. The duo, affectionately known as “the hooligans,” came to her from a foster family who took them in after they had been turned loose outside by their previous owners.

Carol is a PhD candidate in the Department of Population Medicine at the Ontario Veterinary College (OVC) at the University of Guelph, Canada. Her research focuses on the owner-companion rabbit relationship, and companion rabbit care and welfare. Spe... Show more

Meredith (Merry) McCarron is a Co-Founder at MK Analytics, a 100% woman-owned, women-led data mining and analytics firm. Merry has nearly 10 years of experience providing creative analytics for government, non-profit, and litigation clients. Before her time in the private sector, Merry was a Data Scientist at the New York Attorney General's Office, where she received the Innovation in Law Enforcement Award for her work on gun trafficking investigation and policy.

Meredith (Merry) McCarron is a Co-Founder at MK Analytics, a 100% woman-owned, women-led data mining and analytics firm. Merry has nearly 10 years of experience providing creative analytics for government, non-profit, and litigation clients. Before h... Show more

Manoel Pimentel - Possui uma trajetória de pioneirismo com agilidade e complexidade. Teve trabalhos de grande destaque envolvendo a disciplina Agile Coaching, como a publicação do livro The Agile Coaching DNA, e introduzindo o conceito de plasticidade organizacional para comunidades e organizações. Na Austrália, esteve envolvido em iniciativas de transformação nas áreas financeira e de tecnologia de defesa militar, onde utilizou complexidade aplicada como base do seu trabalho. Mais recentemente foi Diretor de Business Agility para Americas da consultoria alemã GFT.

Manoel Pimentel - Possui uma trajetória de pioneirismo com agilidade e complexidade. Teve trabalhos de grande destaque envolvendo a disciplina Agile Coaching, como a publicação do livro The Agile Coaching DNA, e introduzindo o conceito de plasticidad... Show more

Doctoral researcher at the Department of Geoinformatics - Z_GIS of the University of Salzburg. Part of the research groups Risk, Hazard and Climate and EO Analytics. I focus on the analysis of big Earth observation data to map and monitor landscape dynamics and I am researching the bridge between EO data cubes and temporal GIS for spatio-temporal analyses. I use R for spatial data handling and analysis, automate EO workflows and for scientific writing and visualization.

Doctoral researcher at the Department of Geoinformatics - Z_GIS of the University of Salzburg. Part of the research groups Risk, Hazard and Climate and EO Analytics. I focus on the analysis of big Earth observation data to map and monitor landscape d... Show more

Falene McKenna is a product manager with a strong background in software development, conversational experience design, and data analysis. Specializing in Robot VUIs, she is passionate about using technology, particularly social robots and Conversational AI, to improve people's lives.

Coming from a background Linguistics, Falene began her Social Robotics career at Intuition Robotics, working on their flagship project ElliQ—an AI-powered social companion robot for older adults—and developing in-car voice experiences. She later collaborated on a proof-of-concept for Fur Hat Robotics and Microsoft PVA before serving as the Head of Product for Aico, an AI-driven early childhood learning robot by Curiosity Robotics.

In October of 2023, Falene started her own company, Lingua Robotica, with the hopes of bringing ethical and holistic design into multimodal development.

A voice in the conversational AI space, Falene has presented at various events, including the Conversation Design Festival 2022, emphasizing the importance of bot building standards, language expertise in AI experiences, and persona building. She is also an active member of Women in Voice, promoting gender diversity in the voice technology industry.

Falene McKenna is a product manager with a strong background in software development, conversational experience design, and data analysis. Specializing in Robot VUIs, she is passionate about using technology, particularly social robots and Conversati... Show more

I am the creator of Thida Lang ( Myanmar Grammar Based Programming Language Model ) and the lead admin of Myanmar Dataverse. I am currently studying in Singapore

I am the creator of Thida Lang ( Myanmar Grammar Based Programming Language Model ) and the lead admin of Myanmar Dataverse. I am currently studying in Singapore Show more

Andreea is your typical, neurospicy human being, acting as a Principal Talent Acquisition Partner, with over 14 years of experience, across technology and engineering. The founder of the Talent Crunch - Berlin community, she pocketed 2 X Global Innovation awards with Zalando and Wayfair and now leads the Tech TA transformation for thermondo.

Passionate about career development and hiring excellence, Andreea shares her insights through her website, social media, and at various conferences, podcasts, and articles. Some of her notable achievements include establishing Wayfair’s Tech Development Centre in India, redesigning Zalando’s Product Management Interviewing Framework, and creating company-wide Internal Mobility programs.

Outside of work, Andreea loves the automotive world, architecture, music, and the arts, with a special passion for acrylic painting. And if you love to dance, you know who to call on!

Andreea is your typical, neurospicy human being, acting as a Principal Talent Acquisition Partner, with over 14 years of experience, across technology and engineering. The founder of the Talent Crunch - Berlin community, she pocketed 2 X Global Innov... Show more

Full stack developer with an unconventional twist: I blend the precision of a biochemist, the problem-solving skills of a software engineer, and the clarity of a technical writer. My journey from lab benches to code editors has given me a unique perspective on technology and its applications. I love octopuses, I mean, they do have incredible problem-solving abilities.

Full stack developer with an unconventional twist: I blend the precision of a biochemist, the problem-solving skills of a software engineer, and the clarity of a technical writer. My journey from lab benches to code editors has given me a unique pers... Show more

When he’s not adventuring with his wife and five kids, you can find Brian sailing, camping, or conquering trails on his mountain bike. But his passion for high-performance, life transformation, and Kingdom Building grows in abundance and impact day after day.

"A director seeking to transform their 1,000+ person organization asked employees, 'Who are our best natural mentors?' Brian's name topped responses for his natural leadership style."

Brian understands high achievement starts with mindset. His workshops facilitate trust where ingenious ideas flourish.

Beyond speaking, masterminds, and coaching, you’ll find Brian's insights on his blog and YouTube Channel. You might see him scouring the world looking for his next boring business to buy to increase impact and abundance.

When he’s not adventuring with his wife and five kids, you can find Brian sailing, camping, or conquering trails on his mountain bike. But his passion for high-performance, life transformation, and Kingdom Building grows in abundance and impact day a... Show more

Doctor (Ph.D.) in Project Engineering Management. Author & Writer. International Speaker.
Capacity to design and lead the strategy and lead the implementation of Lean Agile Transformation process for complex companies and large organizations. Agile Change Management, Green IT, Sustainability. Software development. IT Delivery Manager. Quality assurance specialist. Strategic planning and OKRs definition. Generative AI.
Expert Project management for complex product delivery and continuous process improvement.
Expert in Product Management for B2B, B2C, SaaS solutions. Strong technical background.

Co-translator of the official Scrum guide (Spanish), authorized by scrum.org
Co-translator of the official Nexus guide (Spanish), authorized by scrum.org
Co-translator of the official Scrum with Kanban guide (Spanish), authorized by scrum.org

CIO Applications Magazine:
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Public profile:
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Doctor (Ph.D.) in Project Engineering Management. Author & Writer. International Speaker. Capacity to design and lead the strategy and lead the implementation of Lean Agile Transformation process for complex companies and large organizations. Agile ... Show more

Step into a journey of transformation where your potential is the compass and your growth is the destination. As an executive coach, business coach, facilitator, and storyteller, I am here not to spotlight myself, but to illuminate your path to leadership excellence.

Drawing from the esteemed Marshall Goldsmith executive coaching methodology, I guide leaders like you through a process rooted in courage, humility, and discipline. Together, we embark on a holistic journey where every challenge becomes an opportunity for growth, every setback a stepping stone to success.

In our collaborative coaching sessions, we don't just craft a plan; we co-create a roadmap to your best self. By delving deep, we uncover limiting beliefs, nurture positive behaviors, and foster a culture of vulnerability and growth. It's about embracing your vulnerabilities, seeking assistance when needed, and charting a course toward your aspirations.

If you're prepared to unlock your full potential, embrace change wholeheartedly, and carve out a path aligned with your deepest ambitions, I am here to walk alongside you. Together, we'll celebrate every milestone, navigate every challenge, and sculpt a future where your leadership shines brightly.

Step into a journey of transformation where your potential is the compass and your growth is the destination. As an executive coach, business coach, facilitator, and storyteller, I am here not to spotlight myself, but to illuminate your path to leade... Show more

I’m a second year PhD student in the Department of Econometrics and Business Statistics at Monash University, Australia. Under the guidance of Professor Dianne Cook, Dr. Paul Harrison, Dr. Michael Lydeamore, and Dr. Thiyanga Talagala, my research focuses on developing a novel tool for visualizing how nonlinear reduction warps data. My research interests include computer vision, high-dimensional data visualization, and machine learning. I also find joy in coding and developing software packages.

I’m a second year PhD student in the Department of Econometrics and Business Statistics at Monash University, Australia. Under the guidance of Professor Dianne Cook, Dr. Paul Harrison, Dr. Michael Lydeamore, and Dr. Thiyanga Talagala, my research foc... Show more

Josh Kodroff has been an IT professional since 2004. His focus since 2016 has been in cloud-native computing, infrastructure, DevOps, and modern IT operations. Before that, he spent 12 in .NET software development with an emphasis on message-centric architectures, domain-driven design, and continuous integration/continuous delivery.

Outside of work, Josh enjoys cooking, meditation, playing music, collecting records, and hiking in the Wissahickon.

Josh Kodroff has been an IT professional since 2004. His focus since 2016 has been in cloud-native computing, infrastructure, DevOps, and modern IT operations. Before that, he spent 12 in .NET software development with an emphasis on message-centric ... Show more

David is a technologist practicing at the intersection of computing and culture. He has worked on problems related to digital identity, reproducible data science, and software preservation, exhibited interdisciplinary art across Europe and the United States, and taught at Stevens Institute of Technology and the Illinois Institute of Art. He currently opines on technology in the public interest at Beyond the Frame and applies those ideas as the CTO of Yorba.

David is a technologist practicing at the intersection of computing and culture. He has worked on problems related to digital identity, reproducible data science, and software preservation, exhibited interdisciplinary art across Europe and the United... Show more

Dr. Anthony Randall transforms leaders and forges excellence through leadership development and executive coaching as Vanguard XXI’s President and Founder. He leads the Vanguard XXI team of a dozen professional coaches and executive leaders who have taught, trained, and coached over 15,000 professionals across the US military, professional sports, and corporate America.

He is an International Coaching Federation Professional Certified Coach (PCC), and proprietor of two ICF Coaching Courses.

He has the authored three books and multiple professional journals. His newest book, Practicing Excellence, will be launched October 1st at the 2024 Military Influencers Conference. His previous book, Practice Makes Permanent, is a highly sought after keynote.

Anthony is a West Point graduate, Army Ranger and retired Lieutenant Colonel with six combat tours to Iraq and Afghanistan. He served as an Army Chaplain in Special Operations, LEOs, and the Pittsburgh Pirates.

He holds a Doctor of Ministry in Leadership, a Japanese Jujitsu Black Belt, and BJJ Purple Belt.

Dr. Anthony Randall transforms leaders and forges excellence through leadership development and executive coaching as Vanguard XXI’s President and Founder. He leads the Vanguard XXI team of a dozen professional coaches and executive leaders who have ... Show more

Joy Johnson-Carruthers, the visionary founder of JTraining Solutions, brings a unique
perspective to transformative inclusion strategies. Her background as a former police
officer, military veteran, and Human Resource professional informs her approach, sparking
organizational change through impactful (real talk) keynotes and leadership training.
With over 20 years of experience, Joy provides practical insights that transcend theoretical
knowledge, establishing her as a credible subject matter expert. Recognized for pioneering
cultural strategies that lead to financial success, Joy is a distinguished speaker, frequently
receiving standing ovations for her captivating presentations. Her approach goes beyond
addressing bias and discrimination, empowering organizations to manage diverse
interactions among vendors, customers, and employees.

Joy Johnson-Carruthers, the visionary founder of JTraining Solutions, brings a unique perspective to transformative inclusion strategies. Her background as a former police officer, military veteran, and Human Resource professional informs her appro... Show more

Born in England in 1972, Mat moved to the U.S. in 1998 as a well paid software engineer. A series of unfortunate tech bubble bursts found him soul searching and pursuing a career in photography. The rise of Facebook and smartphones saw his business and bank accounts crumble to the point where his soul came searching for him and he experienced an ego-death. This experience gave him a unique perspective on the mind. He saw the stories when he felt superior to others and saw how his mind criticized and judged. He got to see his mind become incredibly defensive and justify his actions when things were going badly. With a silent mind, he got to see how nothing changes about the physical world. And when his mind did start talking again, he could clearly see the very primitive mechanisms that caused it to react to the world and create drama. Since then, Mat has been teaching people mindfulness, meditation, and the most important and most powerful - how to practice unconditional love.

Born in England in 1972, Mat moved to the U.S. in 1998 as a well paid software engineer. A series of unfortunate tech bubble bursts found him soul searching and pursuing a career in photography. The rise of Facebook and smartphones saw his business a... Show more

Futurist | Founder | Educator | Speaker | Author

Jeremy Treadwell is a visionary entrepreneur and futurist from Chicago, IL, living in Maryland, minutes from our national capital, Washington, D.C. With a passion for guiding individuals and businesses toward their desired futures, Jeremy has earned the moniker “Vision Capitalist.”

As the founder and owner of Treadwell Agency, a highly respected consulting firm, Jeremy has been instrumental in helping countless individuals and businesses define their visions, gain clarity, and pave the way toward success. Jeremy has empowered clients to reach their full potential and navigate the complexities of the ever-evolving business landscape through innovative strategies and keen Foresight.

Beyond his consulting endeavors, Jeremy shares his wealth of knowledge and expertise as an esteemed adjunct professor at Bradley University, where he imparts his wisdom in Human-Computer Interaction (HCI) and User Experience Strategy. His dedication to education and commitment to nurturing the next generation of visionaries showcase his leadership inside and outside the classroom.

A true believer in the power of Foresight, Jeremy has earned recognition as a certified Futurist through the esteemed Institute of the Future. As a sought-after speaker, he captivates audiences with engaging talks on Cybersecurity, Strategic Futures, and User Behavior, leaving a lasting impact on individuals and organizations alike.

Constantly embracing new challenges, Jeremy is working on his upcoming book, delving deep into the realm of Foresight. With his unique insights and innovative thinking, he aims to inspire others to harness the power of Foresight to achieve greatness.

In addition to his professional achievements, Jeremy is known for his strong sense of community and commitment to helping others. His philanthropic endeavors have left an indelible mark on those fortunate to cross paths with him.

As a visionary thought leader, Jeremy’s relentless pursuit of excellence and unwavering dedication to empowering others sets him apart as a true trailblazer in the business world. Jeremy continues to shape a brighter future for individuals, businesses, and society through his visionary approach and compassionate spirit.

Futurist | Founder | Educator | Speaker | Author Jeremy Treadwell is a visionary entrepreneur and futurist from Chicago, IL, living in Maryland, minutes from our national capital, Washington, D.C. With a passion for guiding individuals and busines... Show more

Are you a first time author, scared at your own book launch ?

Do you come from a diverse ethnic background and English is not your first language?

You want to share your story with the world, however you are not confident about crafting your message or does fear of speaking always paralyses you ?

I can help you, I empower my clients get over their fear of public speaking.

My “Make yourself heard-with Rashmi Watel” program helps you build your confidence as you work on your mindset and learn to calm your nerves.

My simple to implement strategies help you use your voice effectively adding the right pauses and modulations.

I teach easy to follow yet effective techniques to master your breathing to deliver your signature speech.
Once you master your craft, I also teach my clients to monetise their public speaking skills.

Public speaking is one of the worlds highest paying careers and 75% of the world’s population is scared of speaking in public.

If you are ready to take your career / business to the next level. Get in touch !

E: rashmi.watel@gmail.com

Are you a first time author, scared at your own book launch ? Do you come from a diverse ethnic background and English is not your first language? You want to share your story with the world, however you are not confident about crafting your m... Show more

Cortina Jenelle Caldwell, MAML is on a mission to make the world, or at least her corner of it, a better place. Since the age of 12, Cortina has been a student of creativity and entrepreneurship, learning at the hands of elders, mentors and teachers in the rural South about how to serve, how to build good business and how to be a leader in life. Having to overcome the challenges of being born to teenage parents, the strife of poverty and the slippery slope of wanting to “make it out”, Cortina had an early passion to build the life God envisioned for her and go beyond the limitations imposed upon her by society. The early teachings to pursue an education, keep God first in all things and be a good human paid off and her life is an ongoing testament to the power of hard work, strategy, resilience, authenticity and working from the heart. Since 2004, Cortina has been speaking to audiences all over the world, seeking to ignite hope and courage in others. Notable achievements in her career include:

EPA & Tuskegee University, Environmental Justice Fellow, 2024;
River City Company, Emerging Producers Fellow, 2024;
ArtsBuild Periscope CHA Fellow, 2024;
Certified ICAgile Professional, 2023;
KNOW Global, Notable Women: Asheville, 2020;
Tzedek Impact Award, 2019;
Certified Grant Writing Professional, 2018;
Certified Creative Facilitator, 2016;
Masters of Art in Business Management & Leadership, 2015;
40 Under Forty: Asheville, 2013;
Emerging Entrepreneur of the Year Award, 2012;
Phi Alpha Honor Society, 2008; and
Alpha Lambda Delta Honor Society, 2005.

Cortina Jenelle Caldwell, MAML is on a mission to make the world, or at least her corner of it, a better place. Since the age of 12, Cortina has been a student of creativity and entrepreneurship, learning at the hands of elders, mentors and teachers ... Show more

Design and research expert in developer experiences.

Design and research expert in developer experiences. Show more

I am Shivadeep working at ING as DBaaS Engineer. I have started my carrier as Oracle DBA but later grown more as DevOps/Automation engineer due to my interest in automation .In Past few years I am working more on Ansible, Shell scripting and AzureDevOps CI/CD Pipelines. In near future I would like to explore consuming Database services on multi-cloud , RDBMS on Kubernetes .

I am Shivadeep working at ING as DBaaS Engineer. I have started my carrier as Oracle DBA but later grown more as DevOps/Automation engineer due to my interest in automation .In Past few years I am working more on Ansible, Shell scripting and AzureDe... Show more

Joana Flores is a Lisbon-based design thinker and product leader with 6 years of experience creating human-centered solutions that fuel innovation and growth. Having worked in both fast-paced startups and global companies like Volkswagen, she is known for blending empathy with strategy.
Joana is passionate about using Design Thinking to bridge the gap between tech, marketing, and operations to foster meaningful user experiences. As a mentor and facilitator, she empowers teams to innovate by prioritizing people over products.
Joana has also shared her insights as a speaker, addressing all IT employees at Volkswagen on the transformative power of design. Whether leading user research, driving collaboration, or guiding organizations toward design-centered success, Joana brings curiosity, creativity, and connection to everything she does.

Joana Flores is a Lisbon-based design thinker and product leader with 6 years of experience creating human-centered solutions that fuel innovation and growth. Having worked in both fast-paced startups and global companies like Volkswagen, she is know... Show more

CSG is your trusted advisor in government program modernization.

CSG is your trusted advisor in government program modernization. Show more

Sandra Descourtis (she/elle) is an interdisciplinary scholar-practitioner. She received her M.A from the University of Arizona and her Ph.D. in Second Language Acquisition from the University of Wisconsin-Madison. She teaches all levels of French language as well as a pedagogy seminar for graduate teaching assistants.
Her work focuses on French language variations (especially argot and verlan), raciolinguistics and teaching practices. More broadly, her research interests include sociolinguistics, language ideologies and the use of new technologies in language classroom.

Sandra Descourtis (she/elle) is an interdisciplinary scholar-practitioner. She received her M.A from the University of Arizona and her Ph.D. in Second Language Acquisition from the University of Wisconsin-Madison. She teaches all levels of French lan... Show more