Humanities & Social Sciences

Esteemed speakers contributing their insights into human culture, behavior, and societal development

Toby B

Toby B

Toby Brandenburg - Problem Solver.
Son of Adelaide based father-son founding team of the Electric Air Shipping project.
Creator of the VS/VE maths and design framework for cargo airships. Designer of The Sunship, the world's first sustainable, ultra-heavy lift cargo airship.
Vibe-coder of the EAS Fleet Calculator software.
Former music tutor, creative and performing musician, also former youth worker in remote outback Australian communities.

Toby Brandenburg - Problem Solver. Son of Adelaide based father-son founding team of the Electric Air Shipping project. Creator of the VS/VE maths and design framework for cargo airships. Designer of The Sunship, the world's first sustainable, ultr... Show more

Pachi Parra

Pachi Parra

Pachi works as a Developer Relations & Community Manager.
After nannying for years, she started learning to code while building meaningful connections within the dev community.
She is passionate about creating newbie-friendly content and believes a tech career should be accessible to all.
When she's not live coding on Twitch, Pachi watches anime, reads too many romance novels, and enjoys the reaction she gets when she tells people they're awesome.

Pachi works as a Developer Relations & Community Manager. After nannying for years, she started learning to code while building meaningful connections within the dev community. She is passionate about creating newbie-friendly content and believes a... Show more

Endurance Imasuen N/A

Endurance Imasuen N/A

Endurance Imasuen is a Cybersecurity and Human Factors professional with an MSc in Cyber Security with Human Factor from Bournemouth University. His interests sit at the intersection of cybersecurity, human behaviour, data-driven decision-making and security awareness.

He is particularly interested in understanding why people make security decisions and how organisations can use behavioural insights and data to design more effective, human-centred security interventions. His work has focused extensively on phishing education and challenging traditional approaches that treat people as the “weakest link” in cybersecurity.

Endurance is also a conference speaker, having presented at BSides events on the limitations of conventional phishing education and the importance of designing security around real human behaviour. He brings a practical, research-informed perspective to the question of how organisations can turn security and behavioural data into meaningful insights and better decisions..

Endurance Imasuen is a Cybersecurity and Human Factors professional with an MSc in Cyber Security with Human Factor from Bournemouth University. His interests sit at the intersection of cybersecurity, human behaviour, data-driven decision-making and ... Show more

Adam Fisher

Adam Fisher

Adam is a versatile software engineer and pragmatic problem solver known for translating complex technical concepts into clear, actionable ideas. With a technology-agnostic approach spanning multiple languages and paradigms, Adam specializes in selecting the best tools for the job and adapting rapidly to new project constraints. Thorough, adaptable, and passionate about continuous learning, Adam brings real-world insights on software architecture, team collaboration, and pragmatic tool selection to the stage.

Adam is a versatile software engineer and pragmatic problem solver known for translating complex technical concepts into clear, actionable ideas. With a technology-agnostic approach spanning multiple languages and paradigms, Adam specializes in selec... Show more

Anna Kovalova

Anna Kovalova

Anna Kovalova is a fantasy writer and a content writer from Kyiv, Ukraine. She currently lives in Zadar due to the war. Her debut novel of the fantasy comedy book series “Smartcharms” was published in 2024. Her fantasy YA novel “Dark seas” is scheduled for publication next year. She writes articles on European speculative fiction for Star Fort, Ukraine's oldest science fiction community .

Anna Kovalova is a fantasy writer and a content writer from Kyiv, Ukraine. She currently lives in Zadar due to the war. Her debut novel of the fantasy comedy book series “Smartcharms” was published in 2024. Her fantasy YA novel “Dark seas” is schedul... Show more

Hina Ovais

Hina Ovais

Hina Ovais is a Learning Designer at the University of British Columbia and a PhD student in Language and Literacy Education. With over 20 years of experience as a teacher, curriculum leader, and professional learning facilitator in Pakistan and Canada, she designs evidence-informed learning experiences that foster critical thinking and meaningful student engagement. Her work focuses on instructional design, educational technology, AI in education, immersive learning, and Visible Thinking Routines. She supports educators in translating research into practical classroom strategies that make student thinking visible and promote deeper learning.

Hina Ovais is a Learning Designer at the University of British Columbia and a PhD student in Language and Literacy Education. With over 20 years of experience as a teacher, curriculum leader, and professional learning facilitator in Pakistan and Cana... Show more

Christina Lekati

Christina Lekati

Social Engineering Trainer & Consultant - Cyber Risk GmbH

Christina Lekati is a psychologist and a social engineer.
Christina has participated in penetration tests, law enforcement & corporate training, high-value target & corporate vulnerability assessments, and more.
She is working with Cyber Risk GmbH as a lead intelligence analyst & social engineer. In addition to her social engineering work, she is conducting Open-Source Intelligence (OSINT) assessments to help organizations and high-value individuals identify and manage risks.

Social Engineering Trainer & Consultant - Cyber Risk GmbH Christina Lekati is a psychologist and a social engineer. Christina has participated in penetration tests, law enforcement & corporate training, high-value target & corporate vulnerability... Show more

Adam Olenn

Adam Olenn

In over 25 years of creative leadership in branding and marketing, Adam has discovered that the most powerful form of connection, communication, and persuasion is also the oldest—great storytelling. With rich support from neuroscientists, psychologists, and behavioral economists, he shows audiences why that is, and how they can use it to their advantage.

Best of all, the insights in Adam’s keynotes explain phenomena that many people sense are true without knowing why. Armed with the tools, research, and empathy Adam brings to the stage, they emerge as more confident communicators in their personal and professional lives.

Based in Rhode Island, Adam has earned rave reviews by audiences from Boston to Borneo. And with the rise of AI, Adam is determined to empower as many people as possible to become compelling, connection-building storytellers.

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In this high-energy, aha-moment-filled keynote, you’ll learn why stories have such a powerful hold on us, how they work, the transformative effect storytelling can have on your business, and how to do it.

Here are just a few of the benefits you can enjoy immediately:
- Unparalleled ROI
- Increased sales and fundraising revenue
- Greater productivity
- Higher retention
- …and much, much more

Learn more at https://www.rustleandspark.com/story

In over 25 years of creative leadership in branding and marketing, Adam has discovered that the most powerful form of connection, communication, and persuasion is also the oldest—great storytelling. With rich support from neuroscientists, psychologi... Show more

Rosan Fuentes

Rosan Fuentes

Especialista em Engenharia Comportamental, Saúde Mental Corporativa e Sustentabilidade.

Atuo como palestrante e treinador, unindo rigor técnico de engenharia, neurociência aplicada e técnicas de autorregulação emocional para transformar a cultura e o desempenho das organizações. Unindo as formações de Engenheiro Ambiental, Engenheiro de Segurança do Trabalho e Hipnoterapia, consegue ter uma visão multidisciplinar.

Minhas palestras e intervenções são estruturadas em formatos dinâmicos e cronometrados de 30 a 50 minutos, eliminando teorias cansativas e entregando ferramentas práticas de aplicação imediata na rotina de trabalho.

Principais eixos de atuação:

Prevenção do Burnout e Gerenciamento de Riscos Psicossociais (adequação à NR-1, SIPAT e CIPA).

Inteligência Emocional, Foco e Tomada de Decisão sob Pressão.

Comunicação Não Violenta, Resiliência e Fortalecimento do Clima Organizacional.

Liderança Consciente, Estabilidade Emocional e Equilíbrio Família-Trabalho.

Cultura da Reciclagem e Gestão Comportamental de Resíduos para Economia Sustentável.

O objetivo central das intervenções é blindar a saúde mental da equipe, reduzir o absenteísmo e passivos operacionais, transformando hábitos individuais em resultados coletivos consistentes.

Especialista em Engenharia Comportamental, Saúde Mental Corporativa e Sustentabilidade. Atuo como palestrante e treinador, unindo rigor técnico de engenharia, neurociência aplicada e técnicas de autorregulação emocional para transformar a cultura... Show more

Camry Ivory

Camry Ivory

Camry Ivory is a visual musician and the inventor of Coloratura, an electronic instrument that transforms paintbrushes into tools to create electronic music and physical art simultaneously.

Her work explores the intersections of art, music, and technology, and is grounded in the beliefs that: 1) creativity is our human birthright and 2) the role of technology is to help us explore, express and expand our human creativity, not replace it.

Camry's performances and interactive workshops have reached people of all ages and abilities nationally and internationally via collaborations with Hallmark, Black & Veatch, Kansas School for the Blind, Georgia Tech University, Kansas City STEM Alliance, and the University of Greenwich in London.

Camry Ivory is a visual musician and the inventor of Coloratura, an electronic instrument that transforms paintbrushes into tools to create electronic music and physical art simultaneously. Her work explores the intersections of art, music, and te... Show more

Daniel Leão Bonatti

Daniel Leão Bonatti

Daniel Bonatti é cientista político e mestre em Gestão de Políticas Públicas, com trajetória de mais de 14 anos dedicada à modernização do Estado e à inovação na gestão pública. Atualmente, dirige a Diretoria de Mobilidade Interna da Secretaria de Gestão e Governo Digital do Estado de São Paulo, onde conduz a reestruturação da frota pública e a consolidação da Política de Mobilidade Interna, pautada em eficiência, sustentabilidade e transformação digital. Sua atuação combina visão estratégica, experiência administrativa e compromisso com a construção de um governo mais ágil e orientado a resultados.

Daniel Bonatti é cientista político e mestre em Gestão de Políticas Públicas, com trajetória de mais de 14 anos dedicada à modernização do Estado e à inovação na gestão pública. Atualmente, dirige a Diretoria de Mobilidade Interna da Secretaria de Ge... Show more

Scott Burgholzer

Scott Burgholzer

Cloud Engineer with over 8 years of experience leading migrations from on-premises infrastructure to the cloud. As an AWS Community Builder, he is dedicated to advancing cloud practices and sharing insights with the broader tech community. Scott is currently pursuing a Doctor of Technology at Purdue University Online, focusing his research on the intersection of artificial intelligence and ethics.
He is passionate about staying at the forefront of AWS developments and enjoys mentoring others in cloud technologies. Outside of work, Scott can often be found storm chasing, reading, painting, playing video games, or simply relaxing.

Cloud Engineer with over 8 years of experience leading migrations from on-premises infrastructure to the cloud. As an AWS Community Builder, he is dedicated to advancing cloud practices and sharing insights with the broader tech community. Scott is c... Show more

Luz López

Luz López

Trabajo en HCI strategist y behavioral designer, especializada en la intersección entre diseño conductual, interacción humano-computadora y adopción de IA. Mi enfoque va en la soberanía cognitiva de las personas frente a los sistemas tecnológicos que usamos a diario.
Mg. en Digital customer emotional experience, centrado en neurociencia y human-computer interaction. Además, tengo diplomatura, certificaciones y cursos de UX/UI, psicología cognitiva para la interacción, CX, AI-generativa y HCI.
Durante 8 años trabajé y lideré áreas de research y diseño de servicios en compañías de retail, SaaS, banca y fintech.
Hoy, en mi noveno año profesional, trabajo 100% como consultora independiente creando frameworks para rediseñar, mejorar y optimizar la relación entre personas y herramientas tecnológicas, buscando proteger y aumentar el criterio humano mediante interfaces digitales, pero sin minar el pensamiento humano.

Trabajo en HCI strategist y behavioral designer, especializada en la intersección entre diseño conductual, interacción humano-computadora y adopción de IA. Mi enfoque va en la soberanía cognitiva de las personas frente a los sistemas tecnológicos que... Show more

Pablo Rodriguez Monedero

Pablo Rodriguez Monedero

Freelance web developer and co-founder of Betabeers, a developer-focused meta-community. Actor and improvisation teacher at Impro Impar, I also coach teams using applied improvisation to foster creativity, communication, and collaboration.

Freelance web developer and co-founder of Betabeers, a developer-focused meta-community. Actor and improvisation teacher at Impro Impar, I also coach teams using applied improvisation to foster creativity, communication, and collaboration. Show more

Frank Köhne

Frank Köhne

Frank Köhne is co-head of viadee's Data Science division. He has a research background and has spent the last 15 years coordinating the company's collaborations with universities in the region, but he has also spent a lot of time on software development and architecture, often in insurance or logistics.
He is currently leading a BMBF-funded consortium with the goal of leveraging process workarounds in the context of Industry 4.0 for process innovation.

Frank Köhne is co-head of viadee's Data Science division. He has a research background and has spent the last 15 years coordinating the company's collaborations with universities in the region, but he has also spent a lot of time on software developm... Show more

Luis Huarcaya (LUI)

Luis Huarcaya (LUI)

LUI is a Peruvian-born, New Jersey-based independent bilingual artist, Web3 musician, and creator building at the intersection of music, technology, and community.

He is the founder of Your Vibes Attract Your Tribe, a community-driven movement focused on connection and collaboration within Web3, and Web3SoulSounds, an initiative exploring the future of independent music.

With 1M+ streams across platforms, LUI has spent years experimenting with music NFTs, blockchain technology, AI, and new models for artists to connect directly with their communities. His Web3 journey includes multiple sold-out Music NFT collections, the NFLUI digital/animated music universe, and repeated participation in WaveWarz, where he has competed, collaborated, and earned as an independent musician.

LUI has also expanded into AI-powered music and visual storytelling, using emerging tools to bring his music and characters to life while continuing to champion independent artists.

His work is rooted in one simple belief:

Your Vibes Attract Your Tribe. 💚

For LUI, Web3 isn't just about technology..it's about the people you meet, the stories you share, and the communities you build along the way.

LUI is a Peruvian-born, New Jersey-based independent bilingual artist, Web3 musician, and creator building at the intersection of music, technology, and community. He is the founder of Your Vibes Attract Your Tribe, a community-driven movement foc... Show more

Vladislav Guzey

Vladislav Guzey

Developer & PhD Researcher in AI, focused on generative AI and agent-based systems. I have 18+ years of experience in tech, spanning web development, data, and growth.

Today, I help developers work smarter by using AI-powered tools, agents, and practical workflows that improve productivity and real-world outcomes. I share what I learn through hands-on tutorials, tool reviews, and experiments, bridging research with everyday development work.

Developer & PhD Researcher in AI, focused on generative AI and agent-based systems. I have 18+ years of experience in tech, spanning web development, data, and growth. Today, I help developers work smarter by using AI-powered tools, agents, and p... Show more

Matthew Oluwaniyi

Matthew Oluwaniyi

Matthew is passionate about helping individual and organizational talent unlock their full potential and embrace the transformative power of digital innovation. With over a decade of experience in cloud architecture, cybersecurity, and artificial intelligence, he specializes in the design and implementation of digital ecosystems driven by efficiency, security, and data-driven decision-making.
Matthew is an experienced consultant and trainer dedicated to capacity development, helping organizations and teams succeed in today's fast-changing digital environment with the necessary tools and strategies. With postgraduate degrees in Project Management and Manpower Training and Development, his holistic approach assures the achievement of sustainable progress and a competitive advantage, whether leading cloud migrations, improving cybersecurity frameworks, or driving the adoption of artificial intelligence. He is dedicated to transforming digital landscapes and helping organizations stay ahead of the curve.

Matthew is passionate about helping individual and organizational talent unlock their full potential and embrace the transformative power of digital innovation. With over a decade of experience in cloud architecture, cybersecurity, and artificial int... Show more

Evelyne Akello

Evelyne Akello

Analytical thinker driven by fast-paced learning platforms in higher education with a significant experience of over five years in statistical modeling and quantitative data analyses utilizing R, SPSS, Excel, Tableau, Power Bi, MPlus, AMOS, Dbeaver, and SAS

Experienced in qualitative research methodologies including leading and participating in multisite collaborations and liaison responsibilities

Analytical thinker driven by fast-paced learning platforms in higher education with a significant experience of over five years in statistical modeling and quantitative data analyses utilizing R, SPSS, Excel, Tableau, Power Bi, MPlus, AMOS, Dbeaver, ... Show more

Arianna Goldoni

Arianna Goldoni

Working at the intersection of AI, gamification, and social innovation. With a background in UX/UI, business consulting, education, and creative strategy. She designs engaging digital experiences and product cultures that put people, teams, and communities at the center.

Working at the intersection of AI, gamification, and social innovation. With a background in UX/UI, business consulting, education, and creative strategy. She designs engaging digital experiences and product cultures that put people, teams, and commu... Show more

Alex Vidal

Alex Vidal

I teach humans and organizations how to use AI. And I teach AIs how to teach humans.

As founder of Mindmakers, I build adaptive learning technology that adjusts to each learner in real time. Whether you're upskilling 10 employees or teaching 1,000 students, no more one size fits all.

My background combines Psychology and Computer Science, which means I think about how people actually learn, not just how to ship features. I've been teaching AI and data science for a decade with thousands of learners.

I teach humans and organizations how to use AI. And I teach AIs how to teach humans. As founder of Mindmakers, I build adaptive learning technology that adjusts to each learner in real time. Whether you're upskilling 10 employees or teaching 1,000... Show more

Yashvardhan Rathi

Yashvardhan Rathi

Pursuing a PhD at University of the Cumberlands with a focus on Data Engineering, data security & cloud computing. A certified Mountaineer and a FIDE rated Chess player.

Pursuing a PhD at University of the Cumberlands with a focus on Data Engineering, data security & cloud computing. A certified Mountaineer and a FIDE rated Chess player. Show more

Victoria Charra

Victoria Charra

Victoria lleva casi +16 años formando parte del ecosistema de start-ups en Argentina, donde ha sido una pionera en la construcción de equipos de alto rendimiento en ingeniería y desarrollo de producto. Además de ser anfitriona y ponente habitual en conferencias tecnológicas, también ha sido profesora invitada en programas de MBA, compartiendo su experiencia en talento y estrategia.

Sus especialidades incluyen el desarrollo de estrategias de contratación, mentoring, networking y asesoramiento a start-ups en crecimiento. A través de Talent Wind, su empresa, conecta a profesionales excepcionales con proyectos que marcan la diferencia, ayudando a personas y organizaciones a alcanzar sus objetivos de carrera y crecimiento.

Victoria lleva casi +16 años formando parte del ecosistema de start-ups en Argentina, donde ha sido una pionera en la construcción de equipos de alto rendimiento en ingeniería y desarrollo de producto. Además de ser anfitriona y ponente habitual en c... Show more

James May

James May

James S. May, Ed.D. is a Professor of English for Academic Purposes at Valencia College with more than 25 years of experience teaching multilingual learners, leading faculty development initiatives, and exploring innovative approaches to teaching and learning. He was named Florida Professor of the Year by the Association of Florida Colleges and later recognized as Florida U.S. Professor of the Year by the Carnegie Foundation for the Advancement of Teaching. In 2024, he received the Association of Florida Colleges Innovation in Technology Award for his work integrating artificial intelligence into teaching and learning. James is a frequent presenter for the Bureau of Education & Research (BER), the Association of Florida Colleges, and other national and regional conferences. His current action research explores how thoughtfully designed AI-mediated learning experiences can make student thinking more visible while supporting engagement, critical thinking, language development, and responsible AI use.

James S. May, Ed.D. is a Professor of English for Academic Purposes at Valencia College with more than 25 years of experience teaching multilingual learners, leading faculty development initiatives, and exploring innovative approaches to teaching and... Show more

Adrian Sanchez Hernandez

Adrian Sanchez Hernandez

Adrian Sanchez Hernandez is a Staff Security Engineer at Google, specialising in nation-state threat intelligence, detection engineering and cryptocurrency attribution.

As a core member of Google's Frontline Intelligence Operations (FIO) team, Adrian leads the Gene CoE, a Centre of Excellence focused on detection signal strategy where he architects adversary-centric frameworks and automated workflows to support malware analysis, intrusion investigations and intelligence reporting at scale.

Adrian serves as Google's designated DPRK subject matter expert within the Koreas Mission, covering North Korean cybercrime operations with a particular focus on cryptocurrency theft, blockchain money laundering and sanctions evasion. He has contributed to the attribution of major incidents including 3CX, Bybit and Safe{wallet}, integrating on-chain tracing with traditional threat telemetry to attribute complex activity across the Web3 ecosystem.

Certified by Chainalysis in Ethereum Investigations and Reactor. Speaker at BSides Dublin, GovWare Singapore and Token2049 side-events. Author of Google Cloud blogs, M-Trends 2025 contributor, and credited in WIRED's "TraderTraitor: The Kings of the Crypto Heist"

Adrian Sanchez Hernandez is a Staff Security Engineer at Google, specialising in nation-state threat intelligence, detection engineering and cryptocurrency attribution. As a core member of Google's Frontline Intelligence Operations (FIO) team, Ad... Show more

Angela Kempton

Angela Kempton

Angela Kempton is a wellness coach, author, and speaker who combines lived experience with evidence-based mental health education. After overcoming addiction, trauma, and years of rebuilding her life, she now helps others understand the patterns behind their emotions, behaviors, and beliefs so they can reclaim the power to choose their next step. Drawing from her work with youth, families, and adults, Angela delivers honest, practical, and deeply human presentations that leave audiences feeling informed, empowered, and hopeful. She is the founder of Rooted Within Wellness Coaching Co. and the author of The Pattern Beneath It.

Angela Kempton is a wellness coach, author, and speaker who combines lived experience with evidence-based mental health education. After overcoming addiction, trauma, and years of rebuilding her life, she now helps others understand the patterns behi... Show more

Viktor Viljac

Viktor Viljac

Viktor Viljac founded Udruga Neutroni in 2021 with four schoolmates, all
of them between 14 and 18 at the time. He builds digital products for
organizations that work with young people, and free tools for students.
The most recent is Bodomat, a calculator that works out eligibility
scores for student housing in Croatia across more than 280 parameters.

Viktor Viljac founded Udruga Neutroni in 2021 with four schoolmates, all of them between 14 and 18 at the time. He builds digital products for organizations that work with young people, and free tools for students. The most recent is Bodomat, a ca... Show more

Claire Van Der Meulen

Claire Van Der Meulen

Claire is a seasoned Agile Coach with a passion for people and building relationships that matter. She has a creative mind in continuous search of new conundrums to master and solve.

With close to 2 decades of experience in project and program management, working in diverse sectors ranging from automotive to government, Claire has a down-to-earth approach when it comes to people, processes and challenges. Over the past decade, her focus grew more towards the people side, so she took the lead in setting up a mentorship program, mentoring & coaching coworkers.

She loves the outdoors, takes pleasure in the simple joys of life and recently grew her family with Tess, the German Shepherd, and Wolf, the Malinois. She firmly believes in mens sana in corpore sano. Her motto? Live. Love. Life!

Claire is a seasoned Agile Coach with a passion for people and building relationships that matter. She has a creative mind in continuous search of new conundrums to master and solve. With close to 2 decades of experience in project and program man... Show more

Iva Jovanovic

Iva Jovanovic

Iva Jovanovic is an experienced Content Marketing Specialist & SEO consultant, and the organizer of the Belgrade SEO Conference and Heapcon. She specializes in SEO and content creation for websites and social media, but also works on Technical SEO and web development. As an active member of Heapspace, a vibrant community for IT professionals, she has been on the organizing team for Heapcon since 2022 and Belgrade SEO Conference, and has hosted Heapspace Meetups and SEO Talks. Originally an MA Art Historian and curator, she has been in the content marketing and SEO industry since 2018 and has worked with brands across Europe and the US in various industries ranging from IT, AI, cybersecurity, and SaaS to lifestyle, travel, transport, automotive, and relocation. She's also been a guest on podcasts, panels, meetups, and conferences.

Iva Jovanovic is an experienced Content Marketing Specialist & SEO consultant, and the organizer of the Belgrade SEO Conference and Heapcon. She specializes in SEO and content creation for websites and social media, but also works on Technical SEO an... Show more

Pascal Ogil

Pascal Ogil

De développeur à Architecte à Coach Agile à Coach Pro, je suis passionné par la découverte de ce qui peut permettre d'amener des relations plus sereines dans une transformation.
J'ai découvert la CNV il y a 6 ans, à laquelle je me suis formé, j'ai coeur à rendre le monde meilleur en partageant ce merveilleux outil.

De développeur à Architecte à Coach Agile à Coach Pro, je suis passionné par la découverte de ce qui peut permettre d'amener des relations plus sereines dans une transformation. J'ai découvert la CNV il y a 6 ans, à laquelle je me suis formé, j'ai c... Show more

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