Iris is a Senior Product Associate with a unique blend of creative and technical expertise. Her journey began as a videographer in the dynamic world of e-commerce, where she honed her storytelling skills and developed a keen eye for visual communication. Seeking new challenges, Iris ventured into the finance industry as a developer, building robust applications from the ground up. Recognizing her passion for product strategy, she shifted her focus to product marketing and developer relations, where she excels at bridging the gap between technical teams and end-users. Passionate about DEI, she actively supports ally and culture awareness initiaves. Outside of work, her love for travel and meeting new people fuels her global perspective and she enjoys the thrill of horse riding and snowboarding

Iris is a Senior Product Associate with a unique blend of creative and technical expertise. Her journey began as a videographer in the dynamic world of e-commerce, where she honed her storytelling skills and developed a keen eye for visual communicat... Show more

V.L. Andromeda, the creative force behind Antimatter Publishing House, LLC, is a romantic fantasy author who weaves intricate tales that explore the interplay between love, self-acceptance, and destiny. By day, she navigates the complexities of Drug Court case management, but by night, she dives into her passions for writing and editing.

V.L. invites readers to ponder the profound impact of relationships and actions while reminding them that every decision holds the power to transform the fabric of existence. With a keen interest in mental health and queer themes, V.L. infuses her storytelling with unique perspectives shaped by her own experiences. Drawing inspiration from the concept of the Butterfly Effect, she delves deep into how individual choices can shape the course of entire worlds. Her storytelling is as enchanting as it is thought-provoking, offering readers a glimpse into realms where the extraordinary is a mere heartbeat away. In her debut novel, "Hand of the Sinners," readers are immersed in a mysterious and thrilling journey complete with romance, queer representation, and disability visibility. Her other works include short story collections set in the same world as her debut novel, and a holiday horror anthology flash-fiction piece titled "Hecatomb."

V.L. Andromeda uses she/they pronouns and lives in the beautiful state of Wyoming with her husband. She has also published a short poetry book, titled "The Famine," under the pseudonym V. L. B. Pumilio.

V.L. Andromeda, the creative force behind Antimatter Publishing House, LLC, is a romantic fantasy author who weaves intricate tales that explore the interplay between love, self-acceptance, and destiny. By day, she navigates the complexities of Drug ... Show more

Laura is an award-winning writer of fantasy, non-fiction, and a few other things. She's a professional instructor with a weakness for fair-trade chocolate and the lure of the far horizon.

Laura is an award-winning writer of fantasy, non-fiction, and a few other things. She's a professional instructor with a weakness for fair-trade chocolate and the lure of the far horizon. Show more

Petra Grundler Glavica has built a successful career spanning over 14 years in global companies and various industries, including INA, Carlsberg Croatia, and A1 Hrvatska. As a strategic HR business partner, her expertise lies in organizational design, performance management, people and leadership development, employer branding, and talent management.
In July 2022, Petra founded Strive and worked at Toptal as a Talent Coach, supporting IT freelancers in their job opportunities. She also cooperated with international and local companies to provide education and training for managers and employees, implement strategic HR projects, and offer individual coaching for managers and employees.
Petra is a psychologist with certifications as an SDI and DISC Flow facilitator and AOPL practitioner. She is an EMCC Accredited Coach at Practitioner level and a Mentoring Byte volunteer mentoring community member.
Petra is dedicated to supporting organizations in creating a highly productive environment for their employees and helping individuals unlock their full professional potential.

Petra Grundler Glavica has built a successful career spanning over 14 years in global companies and various industries, including INA, Carlsberg Croatia, and A1 Hrvatska. As a strategic HR business partner, her expertise lies in organizational design... Show more

Nalani is a second-year sociology PhD student at Northwestern University. Her research interests include the intersection of land stewardship and empire, focusing on demilitarization and decolonization in the Pacific. Saito’s current project is on the environmental impacts of militarism in Honolulu.

Nalani is a second-year sociology PhD student at Northwestern University. Her research interests include the intersection of land stewardship and empire, focusing on demilitarization and decolonization in the Pacific. Saito’s current project is on th... Show more

Rosa Blumenfeld-Romero is a writer, teacher, and founder of Reclaiming Indigeneity LLC. Over the last decade she has done the work to return to the Indigenous Muisca roots on the Colombian side of her family. As she peeled back layer upon layer of assimilation. she wanted to teach others, allies and reconnecting Natives. how to do the same as a form of capitalist resistance.

Rosa was trained in the popular education model when she was a union organizer with the labor movement. She is also a worker owner in the all female BIPOC Access Cooperative as a language justice educator, Spanish language interpreter, and grant writer. Rosa does #freepalestine and decolonization work with the Queer Mikveh Project and is a certified Mikveh Guide and racial justice partner to Mayyim Hayyim Living Waters in Newton, MA. She has a Bachelor’s Degree from the University of Toronto in Peace and Conflict Studies and Near and Middle Eastern Civilizations. When her brain needs a break, she loves to walk by the ocean, dance, sing, and knit. She lives in East Boston with her dog Penelope.

Rosa Blumenfeld-Romero is a writer, teacher, and founder of Reclaiming Indigeneity LLC. Over the last decade she has done the work to return to the Indigenous Muisca roots on the Colombian side of her family. As she peeled back layer upon layer of as... Show more

Malissa Phung is honoured and privileged to live and work as an uninvited guest on the territories of the Huron-Wendat, Mississauga, Haudenosaunee, and Anishinaabe peoples. She is a second-generation settler descendant of Sino-Vietnamese refugees who have resettled on the territories of the Néhiyawk (Cree), Dene, Niitsitapi (Blackfoot), Métis, Nakoda (Stoney), and Anishinaabe (Ojibway/Saulteaux). She is a full-time teaching stream professor in the School of Communication and Literary Studies at Sheridan College (Ontario, Canada), where she teaches Communications, Composition & Rhetoric, Life Writing, Popular Literature and Culture, and Cultural Studies. Her scholarship develops a transnational and comparative approach to the study of Asian North American Literature that draws on theoretical analytics of Diaspora, Postcolonial, Critical Race, and Indigenous Studies. Her current manuscripts in progress include a new life narrative "[excerpts from fleeing catastrophe]" and two academic book projects: 1) Memorializing Chinese Exclusion: The Racial Capitalist and Settler Politics of Commemorating Chinese Labour in Canada; and 2) Making Kinship: Remembering and Honouring Relations of Indebtedness in Indigenous and Asian North American Literature.

Malissa Phung is honoured and privileged to live and work as an uninvited guest on the territories of the Huron-Wendat, Mississauga, Haudenosaunee, and Anishinaabe peoples. She is a second-generation settler descendant of Sino-Vietnamese refugees who... Show more

Agile Leader * Tennis Player * Zen Practitioner

Agile Leader * Tennis Player * Zen Practitioner Show more

I am a postgraduate student pursuing a degree in Governance and International Relations, building on a solid foundation of legal knowledge gained through my Bachelor’s degree in Public Law. I currently serve as the Ethics and Governance Lead at Nest Africa AI Innovation Lab.

I am passionate about policy analysis in areas such as peace and conflict resolution, sustainable development, climate change, migration, the fostering of cultural diversity, and the promotion of international, regional, and national cooperation. My academic journey has equipped me with a deep understanding of legal principles and their application within the broader contexts of governance and international affairs.

I am committed to advancing my expertise in policy development, particularly in the areas of human rights and global security. By leveraging both my legal background and current studies, I strive to contribute to the development of robust governance structures and policies that promote long-term development and collaborative action across borders.

I am a postgraduate student pursuing a degree in Governance and International Relations, building on a solid foundation of legal knowledge gained through my Bachelor’s degree in Public Law. I currently serve as the Ethics and Governance Lead at Nest ... Show more

I am an independent researcher and consultant on programming-language design and implementation, currently working with the Kotlin language team. Before going independent, I was a professor at Cornell University, and I worked with the Kotlin team in its early days to integrate my research on mixed-site variance and gradual types into what became platform types. Beyond Kotlin, I have contributed to the designs of Java, Ceylon, Julia, Scala, and WebAssembly.

I am an independent researcher and consultant on programming-language design and implementation, currently working with the Kotlin language team. Before going independent, I was a professor at Cornell University, and I worked with the Kotlin team in ... Show more

With a background in molecular biology (MSc) and postgraduate studies in bioinformatics, I specialize in developing interactive Shiny applications for multiomics data exploration. My work spans R package development for visualization, bioinformatics pipeline optimization, and crafting tools that help scientists extract meaningful insights from various omics datatypes. Passionate about bridging bioinformatics and user-friendly analytics, I focus on making complex data accessible and actionable.

With a background in molecular biology (MSc) and postgraduate studies in bioinformatics, I specialize in developing interactive Shiny applications for multiomics data exploration. My work spans R package development for visualization, bioinformatics ... Show more

Brian Toone is an assistant professor at Samford University where he has taught computer science for the past twenty years. He is also an accomplished cyclist and enjoys turning his passion for cycling into an avocation via academic research involving the bike. His current work focuses on how Artificial Intelligence can improve the accuracy of many different kinds of data collected on a modern bicycle.

Brian Toone is an assistant professor at Samford University where he has taught computer science for the past twenty years. He is also an accomplished cyclist and enjoys turning his passion for cycling into an avocation via academic research involvin... Show more

Samuel is a software engineer who has transitioned to research and content engineering. He has been a developer for 5 years, where he has built products and written a lot of technical content. He loves teaching kids and developers. He is also a DJ and takes music very dear to heart. He loves FC Barcelona.

Samuel is a software engineer who has transitioned to research and content engineering. He has been a developer for 5 years, where he has built products and written a lot of technical content. He loves teaching kids and developers. He is also a DJ an... Show more

CSG is your trusted advisor in government program modernization.

CSG is your trusted advisor in government program modernization. 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

Interdisciplinary Purple Team Consultant, Technical Writer and Cyber Security Researcher.

Interdisciplinary Purple Team Consultant, Technical Writer and Cyber Security Researcher. Show more

Fatherhood

Fatherhood Show more

Involved in Mountain Rescue in Venezuela since1992, Humberto continues volunteering today with SAR organizations in The Netherlands and in Germany. He studied Law and is an Intelligence Analyst graduated from Brunel University in
London. He gained experience in government, private sector, and in international organizations like the International Criminal Court in The Hague, the Netherlands.
With an unconventional combination of academic, analytic and operational experiences in different countries, Humberto currently combines Intelligence Analysis and SAR delivering a variety of professional and volunteer services related to
international security and the Search and Rescue field.
In 2018 he founded the Dutch organization Rescue International with the mission of facilitating analysis and technological resources to Governments, SAR Organizations and families.

Involved in Mountain Rescue in Venezuela since1992, Humberto continues volunteering today with SAR organizations in The Netherlands and in Germany. He studied Law and is an Intelligence Analyst graduated from Brunel University in London. He gained e... Show more

Rooted in his passion for transformative leadership, Jason Joseph utilizes his expertise in IT consulting and professional coaching to empower every audience he interacts with. With over a decade of experience, Jason's work has influenced hundreds of thousands of users across several countries, from Brazil to Thailand. Armed with several certifications, including AWS & Azure Solution Architect, ITIL Strategic Leadership, and Scrum Product Owner, his actionable insights go beyond personal and professional transformation. Jason's impact fortifies key foundations, from cloud solutions and their influence on business architecture to technological innovation and its direct correlation to purpose-driven living. With a compassionate yet direct style, Jason inspires individuals and organizations to overcome their complex hardships and redefine their potential.

Rooted in his passion for transformative leadership, Jason Joseph utilizes his expertise in IT consulting and professional coaching to empower every audience he interacts with. With over a decade of experience, Jason's work has influenced hundreds of... Show more

Heidi is an advocate for progressive delivery, organizational transformation, technical communication, and marketing you hate slightly less. She is a nerd about industrial psychology and patterns of progress. One of her favorite hobbies is talking to developers about things they already knew but had never thought of that way before. She sews all her conference dresses so that she's sure there is a pocket for the mic.

Heidi is an advocate for progressive delivery, organizational transformation, technical communication, and marketing you hate slightly less. She is a nerd about industrial psychology and patterns of progress. One of her favorite hobbies is talking to... Show more

Mike Torreano is a multiple award-winning author of historical fiction and traditional western mysteries set primarily in the Colorado and New Mexico Territories. In the fifth grade he read his first Zane Grey novel and has been hooked on the Old West ever since.
His debut western mystery, The Reckoning, was released in 2016 by The Wild Rose Press and the sequel, The Renewal, was released in 2018. Both are set in South Park, just west of the front range. He’s just released the third in the South Park series, The Return.
An interest in the Goodnight-Loving cattle trail inspired his first stand-alone western, A Score To Settle, which was set on that trail and came out in 2020.
A friend’s suggestion prompted Mike to write a second stand-alone western mystery, White Sands Gold, which was released by The Wild Rose Press in September 2022. It has received five literary awards.
His first historical novel, Fireflies at Dusk, is a multiple award-winning, coming-of-age tale about a young man torn between his pacifist family and his urge to fight against slavery as the Civil War breaks out.
Mike is a trustee of the Western Museum of Mining and Industry and belongs to several western organizations. He also speaks at clubs and organizations about the timeless values of the Old West and The Code of the West, and how those values are still relevant today.
He lives in Colorado Springs with his wife, Anne.

Mike Torreano is a multiple award-winning author of historical fiction and traditional western mysteries set primarily in the Colorado and New Mexico Territories. In the fifth grade he read his first Zane Grey novel and has been hooked on the Old Wes... Show more

April Williams is a Recruitment Marketing Specialist at Grady Health System, dedicated to enhancing employer branding, candidate engagement, and talent acquisition strategies. With an MBA and a passion for storytelling, she creates impactful recruitment campaigns that connect job seekers with meaningful career opportunities.

April specializes in recruitment marketing, employer branding, event planning, and talent pipeline development. She has successfully led networking events, built strong talent communities, and developed innovative strategies to attract top talent.

As a speaker, she shares insights on building a compelling employer brand, engaging candidates through strategic marketing, and optimizing the job seeker experience. Whether she’s hosting hiring events, mentoring job seekers, or collaborating with talent acquisition teams, April is committed to helping organizations stand out and making job searching more approachable for candidates.

Let’s talk about how to elevate recruitment strategies and create a seamless candidate journey!

April Williams is a Recruitment Marketing Specialist at Grady Health System, dedicated to enhancing employer branding, candidate engagement, and talent acquisition strategies. With an MBA and a passion for storytelling, she creates impactful recruitm... Show more

Tim is driven by a passion for harnessing cutting-edge technologies to bridge the gap between humans and machines, transforming the way we understand, interpret, and interact with information. Holding an MA in Religious Anthropology and an MSc in Data Science, Tim has had a diverse career, initially working internationally in the Oil Industry before shifting his focus to the tech sector. His expertise now centres on Natural Language Processing (NLP) and Knowledge Graph techniques to link complex datasets, facilitating more efficient data mining.

His background in Anthropology equips him with a profound understanding of human behaviour, cultural dynamics, and societal structures—skills that have been invaluable in his role as an NLP Engineer. This awareness allows Tim to design NLP systems with a deep appreciation for context, cultural nuances, and diverse perspectives.

Tim is driven by a passion for harnessing cutting-edge technologies to bridge the gap between humans and machines, transforming the way we understand, interpret, and interact with information. Holding an MA in Religious Anthropology and an MSc in Dat... Show more

Business Administration & Business Psychology (B. Sc.)
Agile Coach, Senior Consultant

Business Administration & Business Psychology (B. Sc.) Agile Coach, Senior Consultant Show more

Research Assistant, Bouve College of Health Sciences, Northeastern University

Research Assistant, Bouve College of Health Sciences, Northeastern University Show more

Pierre Gervois is a crypto-poet exploring the relations of power in our society. His work is in the permanent collection of the Museum of Wild and Newfangled Art (NYC) and in the Tezos Foundation collection.

Pierre Gervois is a crypto-poet exploring the relations of power in our society. His work is in the permanent collection of the Museum of Wild and Newfangled Art (NYC) and in the Tezos Foundation collection. Show more

Aparna Sundar is a Senior Researcher at OpenSearch Project. She has decades of experience in the field of research and design. She actively publishes in cognitive science journals. Aparna gives talks in various domains including Technology, Psychology and Marketing.

Aparna Sundar is a Senior Researcher at OpenSearch Project. She has decades of experience in the field of research and design. She actively publishes in cognitive science journals. Aparna gives talks in various domains including Technology, Psycholog... Show more

Tim Fowler is a Offensive Security Analyst with Black Hills Information Security has over a decades of experience working in information security. He has worked for Fortune 100 financial institutions as well as a consultant, providing penetration testing and red team services. Tim is passionate about sharing his knowledge with others and has had the pleasure of speaking at multiple security conferences across the county. When not hacking away as a clients network or writing the subsequent report, Tim loves spending time with his wife and son swimming endless laps in the pool and making things with his CNC router and Co2 laser cutters.

Tim Fowler is a Offensive Security Analyst with Black Hills Information Security has over a decades of experience working in information security. He has worked for Fortune 100 financial institutions as well as a consultant, providing penetration tes... Show more

Nupur Tevatiya is a Product Designer with four years of experience bridging technology, culture, and human-centered design. Passionate about the intersection of design and AI, she has worked with global teams to create user experiences that resonate across cultures. Their work emphasizes the power of design as a transformative force—one that goes beyond pixels and prototypes to shape communities, economies, and futures.

Having traveled extensively and collaborated with designers from Asia, Africa, Latin America, and India, she brings a rich, cross-cultural perspective to the conversation. She has engaged with indigenous artisans, digital innovators, and grassroots creators to understand how design is valued differently across geographies and economies.

A firm believer that design is more than a profession—it’s a language that connects humanity— Nupur is on a mission to redefine the narrative around design’s value. She seek to democratize design knowledge and inspire the next generation of creative thinkers worldwide.

Nupur Tevatiya is a Product Designer with four years of experience bridging technology, culture, and human-centered design. Passionate about the intersection of design and AI, she has worked with global teams to create user experiences that resonate... Show more

Elie Alhajjar, PhD, is a Senior Scientist at RAND, leading projects at the intersection of AI, cybersecurity, and government. Prior to that, he was an Associate Professor at the United States Military Academy and a Senior Research Scientist at the Army Cyber Institute in West Point, New York. Previously, Alhajjar served as a Research Scientist in the Computing and Communications Theory Group at the National Institute of Standards and Technology (NIST) in Gaithersburg, Maryland. He holds a PhD in applied mathematics from George Mason University.

Elie Alhajjar, PhD, is a Senior Scientist at RAND, leading projects at the intersection of AI, cybersecurity, and government. Prior to that, he was an Associate Professor at the United States Military Academy and a Senior Research Scientist at the Ar... Show more