The First Impact Fashion Designer to have her design land on the moon, Nova Lorraine has made history for fashion, sustainability and technology. Named one of the Most Inspirational Women of Web3 and AI, Nova Lorraine is an award-winning Fashion Designer and Futurist. Renowned for her design prowess, has been featured in Forbes, and Inc, with her designs featured in Essence, Italian Vogue, and "The View" to name a few.

Jamaican born Nova Lorraine, is a recipient of the Web3 Creator Future Award, the Metaverse Champion Award, and the LAMINA1 NFT Artist Award, cementing her as a trailblazer in both artistic and digital domains. Named a Top 100 Women of the Future, Nova is the author and podcast host of "Unleash Your Supernova" and Co-Host of the "AI for Creatives" podcast.

Having founded Raine Magazine in 2007, Nova has interviewed hundreds of celebrities including Kendall Jenner, Priyanka Chopra, and Mark Cuban, to name a few. She is currently building the House of Nova, the future of couture.

The First Impact Fashion Designer to have her design land on the moon, Nova Lorraine has made history for fashion, sustainability and technology. Named one of the Most Inspirational Women of Web3 and AI, Nova Lorraine is an award-winning Fashion Desi... Show more

I am a husband, father and inventor.

I love spending time with my wife and kids in the outdoors, walking in the bush and fishing.

At the office, I work as a software development manager, which means that I spent most of my time inventing and encouraging other developers to be the best inventers they can be.

I love to read and write and as such, I hold a master's degree in Computer Science with a focus on unsupervised machine learning.

I am a husband, father and inventor. I love spending time with my wife and kids in the outdoors, walking in the bush and fishing. At the office, I work as a software development manager, which means that I spent most of my time inventing and en... Show more

Liz is an experienced leader with a passion for combining strategy and execution to drive change. With a Doctorate in Organizational Change and Leadership from USC and an MBA from the University of Portland, her education backs up her 15 years of leading teams in education, consulting, and tech. Liz is not just about ideas; she’s also about making things happen. Her numerous project management certifications highlight her commitment to excellence and continuous learning. Whether it's guiding teams or spearheading projects, Liz thrives on turning challenges into successes.

Liz is an experienced leader with a passion for combining strategy and execution to drive change. With a Doctorate in Organizational Change and Leadership from USC and an MBA from the University of Portland, her education backs up her 15 years of lea... Show more

My online membership from BSAC endorsed my research background and enlighten my digital modelling and creativity web of open science community Amsterdam (OSCA) for research projects and grants. My Ph.D. degree certificate and a trophy become a pride indeed at the auditorium of my school of life sciences, JNU, New Delhi in the year 2007. Appreciation certificate for Life Membership from SAMA and Editorial Board Membership certificate from Edwin In, has become a passion for my research approach.

My online membership from BSAC endorsed my research background and enlighten my digital modelling and creativity web of open science community Amsterdam (OSCA) for research projects and grants. My Ph.D. degree certificate and a trophy become a pride ... Show more

Dr. Laura Borland, DSW, is a fatherhood advocate and founder of Dad-Ease, an ecosystem of solutions designed to promote parental parity. With a deep commitment to addressing the challenges faced by dads, she strives to create a more inclusive and supportive environment for all parents. In a society where fathers are often unseen or undervalued in the parenting equation, Dr. Borland aims to spark a conversation about the importance of recognizing and supporting fathers in their parenting roles. She is also a published author and writer, where she has been featured on television, radio, podcasts, and print.

Dr. Laura Borland, DSW, is a fatherhood advocate and founder of Dad-Ease, an ecosystem of solutions designed to promote parental parity. With a deep commitment to addressing the challenges faced by dads, she strives to create a more inclusive and sup... Show more

Focused on practice over theory, Mark is a pragmatic modern work designer and coach. With over a decade of experience experimenting with teamwork practices at places like Boeing, Nordstrom, TD Ameritrade, and Rocket Mortgage, Mark's mission is to inject modern ways of working, a transformation mindset, and the power of expert storytelling into everything he does.

Today Mark works for Atlassian, a company focused on unleashing the potential of every team! Mark spends his days coaching both Atlassian and customer teams on new ways of working, then sharing what he's learned at events around the world!

Focused on practice over theory, Mark is a pragmatic modern work designer and coach. With over a decade of experience experimenting with teamwork practices at places like Boeing, Nordstrom, TD Ameritrade, and Rocket Mortgage, Mark's mission is to inj... Show more

Carlisia Campos is a software engineer with experience in Go, distributed systems, and Cloud Native technologies. She has been a maintainer of the Velero and Knative open-source projects, a contributor to Kubernetes, and has held leadership roles in CNCF projects. She has worked on building and improving Cloud Native applications, focusing on scalability, resilience, and developer experience.

Beyond engineering, Carlisia is passionate about bridging the gap between complex technical concepts and intuitive mental models. She has spoken at conferences, contributed to technical podcasts such as Go Time and The Podlets, and mentored developers in the Go community.

Her work and research explore how ideas from biological and goal-directed systems can inform software design. In this talk, she introduces biological signaling as a new perspective for thinking about concurrency in Go, encouraging developers to expand their mental models and consider more adaptive, scalable approaches to software design.

Carlisia Campos is a software engineer with experience in Go, distributed systems, and Cloud Native technologies. She has been a maintainer of the Velero and Knative open-source projects, a contributor to Kubernetes, and has held leadership roles in ... Show more

Nicole is a licensed independent social worker, private practice owner, and passionate trauma educator with over a decade of experience in the mental health field. She specializes in complex trauma, grief, and emotional regulation, and is committed to transforming how individuals—and systems—understand and respond to trauma.

Nicole is known for blending clinical expertise with heart, humor, and powerful storytelling. She recently spoke at the National Council on Mental Health Conference, where she presented to a crowd of 300+ peers on recognizing and responding to self-harm and suicidal ideation in youth. She brings authenticity and clarity to tough topics, making her a sought-after speaker for conferences, trainings, and retreats.

When she's not working with clients or educating professionals, Nicole is raising her kids, building a healing-centered practice, and dreaming up her next big idea to change the world (or at least the field of trauma therapy).

Nicole is a licensed independent social worker, private practice owner, and passionate trauma educator with over a decade of experience in the mental health field. She specializes in complex trauma, grief, and emotional regulation, and is committed t... Show more

Anthony Chinweuba is a Youth Policy and Development Communicator with a strong track record of designing, coordinating, and advocating for youth-centered programs across Nigeria. With a background in project management, monitoring and evaluation, and strategic communications, he specializes in translating complex policy frameworks into relatable, actionable messages that empower young people to engage, influence, and lead.

Anthony’s career cuts across grassroots community work, nonprofit development, and digital engagement. He has led and supported initiatives focused on education access, employment readiness, digital inclusion, and civic engagement—working with local youth networks, donor-funded programs, and impact-driven NGOs. His storytelling approach blends data with lived realities, making him a go-to collaborator for youth advocacy campaigns and development projects that need visibility, clarity, and strategic influence.

Currently, he’s focused on building coalitions around youth digital skills, policy inclusion, and capacity development—particularly in underrepresented communities across Nigeria's Southeast.

Anthony believes in amplifying youth voices through policy briefs, community dialogues, and digital media. He is also exploring opportunities for collaborative advocacy, volunteer engagements, and policy innovation that put young people at the center of Nigeria’s development agenda.

Anthony Chinweuba is a Youth Policy and Development Communicator with a strong track record of designing, coordinating, and advocating for youth-centered programs across Nigeria. With a background in project management, monitoring and evaluation, and... Show more

My name is David Emenyi. I am one of Africa's top Business Strategists & Consultants, as well as "West Africa’s first and currently only official Grant Cardone Licensee".

I am a strategist, creative thinker, coach, keynote speaker and highly passionate about making a difference in the lives of people via the various training platforms I engage.

I currently serve as Head of Business Services & New Product Experimentation at Start Innovation Hub, Lead Strategist for The Deliberate CEO International and I'm a choice consultant for various brands on brand strategy, effective sales/product development/training, and digital marketing strategy.

My superpower is developing "10X Strategies" tailor-made for you so you can begin producing 10X results. I simply won’t rest, stop or quit until we get the desired results!!! This is my commitment to the world.

My name is David Emenyi. I am one of Africa's top Business Strategists & Consultants, as well as "West Africa’s first and currently only official Grant Cardone Licensee". I am a strategist, creative thinker, coach, keynote speaker and highly passi... Show more

Brian Madden is a renowned workplace AI strategist, future of work expert, and dynamic speaker with over 30 years of experience in digital transformation. As a Technology Officer and Futurist at Citrix, he's at the forefront of helping organizations navigate the rapidly evolving landscape of AI in the workplace.

Expertise & Current Focus
• Workplace AI strategy and implementation
• Future of work and digital workplace transformation
• AI's impact on employee productivity and HR practices
• Ethical considerations of AI in the workplace
• Bridging the gap between technology and human resources

Career Highlights
• Currently a VP, Technology Officer & Futurist, Citrix
• Creator of the Workplace AI Strategy Guide project, a comprehensive, continuously-updated resource for organizations adapting to AI
• Author of 6 books and over 2,000 articles on technology and workplace transformation
• Founder of BriForum, the largest vendor-neutral End-User Computing conference (2005-2016)
• Former Distinguished Technologist at VMware, focusing on the Future of Work
• Creator and leader of multiple influential tech community programs (Citrix CTP, VMware EUC vExperts)

Speaking and Thought Leadership
• Delivered 1000+ talks worldwide on technology's impact on work and productivity
• Ranked #1 speaker at major tech conferences multiple times
• Regular contributor to discussions on AI ethics, productivity, and workplace dynamics
• Passionate about democratizing knowledge and fostering inclusive tech communities

Brian's unique blend of technical expertise, strategic insight, and engaging presentation style makes him an ideal speaker for conferences exploring the intersection of AI, HR, and the future of work. He excels at breaking down complex technological concepts in humorous and relatable ways for diverse audiences, from C-suite executives to HR professionals and IT teams.

Brian Madden is a renowned workplace AI strategist, future of work expert, and dynamic speaker with over 30 years of experience in digital transformation. As a Technology Officer and Futurist at Citrix, he's at the forefront of helping organizations ... Show more

Karen’s mission is to create an environment where differences are expected rather than the exception. Her understanding of the neurochemistry of behaviour has allowed the participants of her sessions to make a plan and MoveON from whatever stressors they are experiencing. Karen has been an invited speaker and presenter at the Wyoming Governor's Council on Developmental Disabilities, the Canadian Organization of Rare Disorder’s National Conference as well as the Moracle Foundation in England. Karen is the author of the children’s book Different is Just… Different as well as Purple Stew (a parenting guide). She has facilitated workshops for international conferences and several universities and teacher conferences. She has also served as a sessional instructor at the University of Windsor in the Faculty of Education.

Karen’s mission is to create an environment where differences are expected rather than the exception. Her understanding of the neurochemistry of behaviour has allowed the participants of her sessions to make a plan and MoveON from whatever stressors ... Show more

👋 Hello! I'm Vivian Acquah, a Certified Inclusion Strategist (CDE®), Certified ESDP, LinkedIn Top Voice, and Nominee for European Businesswoman 2023 (ESDP). I'm also a passionate advocate for topics related to inclusion, in particular neurodiversity, and a transformational speaker, facilitator, and trainer.

🔎 Background Information
After becoming a mother, I transitioned from a Finance/IT consulting career to inclusion consulting. I promised my son (Orlando) and future generations to create thriving workplaces for EVERYONE.

Today, I am the founder of Amplify DEI and the co-founder of Global Inclusion in Practice, where I operate as an Inclusion Coach and Consultant.

💼 What
Employees are the foundation of any organization. I support managers in engaging, energizing, and keeping their team members safe and sustainably, leading to increased revenue for your company. I also perform workplace audits to uncover stress points and identify wins, and I consult on strategies to improve your organization's workplace wellness.

🚀 How
I use a holistic approach to build sustainable employability. I consider all wellness and well-being elements, including physical, mental, career, social, community, and financial wellness, while purposefully incorporating fairness and inclusion.

👣 Your Next Step
Ready to make your organization a better place to work and be a part of? I offer services in English and Dutch, including interactive (online) keynotes, training, workshops, and strategy development. Learn more about the impactful Amplify Empathy with Virtual Reality training via bit.ly/amplifyempathytraining.

📞 Call to Action
Whether you're looking for inspiring workshops/training or an interactive keynote speaker, I'm just a DM and a call away. Don't forget to visit my LinkedIn Recommendations to see what others say about my workstyle/trainingstyle. Book me as a speaker/trainer at bit.ly/vivaspeak or email info@amplifydei.com.

👋 Hello! I'm Vivian Acquah, a Certified Inclusion Strategist (CDE®), Certified ESDP, LinkedIn Top Voice, and Nominee for European Businesswoman 2023 (ESDP). I'm also a passionate advocate for topics related to inclusion, in particular neurodiversity... Show more

Melanie Deziel is a dynamic keynote speaker, award-winning author, and Creative Systems Architect who helps individuals and organizations turn scattered ideas into structured strategies. With a background in journalism, content marketing, and storytelling, Melanie has spent over a decade helping businesses create more effective, scalable, and sustainable creative systems. Now, she applies those same skills to her work as an advocate for late-diagnosed autistic women, bringing clarity and structure to complex and often misunderstood topics.

Melanie is the author of "The Content Fuel Framework: How to Generate Unlimited Story Ideas," a book that has helped thousands of marketers, entrepreneurs, and content creators develop a system for consistently producing high-quality ideas, and "Prove It: Exactly How Modern Marketers Earn Trust," which teaches communicators how to build trust in a skeptical consumer environment. As a sought-after speaker, she has delivered keynotes and workshops for organizations like Google, H&R Block, and many others, equipping teams with the tools to streamline workflows, improve operational efficiency, and maximize creative output.

In her role as a Creative Systems Architect, Melanie specializes in helping teams and individuals build repeatable processes for content creation, communication, and brand storytelling. Her unique ability to deconstruct complex problems and develop structured solutions makes her a trusted advisor for businesses looking to scale their creative efforts without sacrificing quality. She also offers coaching for professionals looking to turn their expertise into proprietary frameworks, helping them develop intellectual property for books, talks, courses, and digital products.

Beyond her work in marketing and creativity, Melanie is a passionate advocate for late-diagnosed autistic women, a mission inspired by her own autism diagnosis at age 31. She speaks to educators, employers, and general audiences about the ways autism presents differently in women and girls, why so many go undiagnosed, and how we can create more inclusive systems to support neurodivergent individuals. Her newsletter, The Late-Diagnosed Diaries, explores the experiences of women who discover their autism in adulthood, and she is currently writing a book on the topic.

Whether speaking about content marketing, storytelling, creative systems, or autism advocacy, Melanie is known for her engaging style, research-backed insights, and highly actionable takeaways. Her presentations blend expertise with personal experience, ensuring that audiences leave feeling both informed and inspired.

To book Melanie for your next event or to learn more about her work, visit MelanieDeziel.com

Melanie Deziel is a dynamic keynote speaker, award-winning author, and Creative Systems Architect who helps individuals and organizations turn scattered ideas into structured strategies. With a background in journalism, content marketing, and storyte... Show more

Meet Adi! Adi is a multi-disciplinary master: She manages the App & AI and cloud services across Southeast Europe, holds a degree in software engineering, launched startups, managing startups competitions, won global competitions and is a passionate innovator. This diversity gives her the unique ability to communicate complex technologies in a compelling way to tech and non-tech audiences alike and makes her a sought-after public speaker.

Adi is also a global speaker on AI technologies, developers productivity and entrepreneurship. She empowers companies and startups to innovate with generative AI for building cutting-edge applications at scale.

Adi has a wealth of experience in the tech industry, from corporate to startups, having held various roles in product management, software engineer, CEO, innovation, entrepreneurship, and AI domain. She previously worked as an innovation manager at Microsoft R&D CTO office, where she led market research and developed business models for new tech ventures. She also worked at Over.ai, which was acquired by Vonage, and as a product manager for AI products.

Adi is startups founder. Growing two ventures in the brain computer interface for gaming and wellness domain, ignited her mission to encourage more women to start their own ventures. Adi launched and managed Ben-Gurion University innovation hub for entrepreneurs, and in the last 7 years, she manages Merage alumni network (an Israeli network of 1000 startup CEOs selected to the prestigious Merage program) and the Merage startup competition (Granting $100K to entrepreneurs above the age 45 or women at any age), and volunteer in various women empowerment initiatives.

Adi is a dynamic and engaging speaker who is always willing to share her experiences and insights with others.

Meet Adi! Adi is a multi-disciplinary master: She manages the App & AI and cloud services across Southeast Europe, holds a degree in software engineering, launched startups, managing startups competitions, won global competitions and is a passionate ... Show more

Dr. Darya Yegorina is a globally recognized thought leader, futurist, and transformational business strategist who empowers organizations and individuals to thrive in the era of digital disruption. With a career spanning 20+ years at the intersection of leadership, technology, and business innovation, Darya is a driving force in digital transformation, AI, and future workforce development.

As a C-level executive, entrepreneur, and mentor, Darya has shaped the success of enterprises, startups, and global initiatives by integrating emerging technologies with strategic growth frameworks. She is a sought-after keynote speaker on leadership, innovation, and the future of work, addressing audiences at major global conferences, corporate summits, and executive retreats.

A passionate advocate for future-ready leadership, Darya believes that true innovation begins with a bold vision and the courage to challenge the status quo. She inspires business leaders to embrace AI, digital transformation, and agile leadership strategies to navigate uncertainty, unlock new opportunities, and foster a culture of continuous learning.

Global Impact & Achievements:
✅ Executive & Board Leadership: C-Level strategist with expertise in business transformation, revenue operations (RevOps), and strategic growth across global markets. Advisor to enterprises, government bodies, and tech innovators.
✅ Digital Transformation & AI Thought Leader: Recognized as a Top Thought Leader in AR/VR, AI, and Digital Transformation by Thinkers 360, shaping the dialogue on the future of business and technology.
✅ Award-Winning Entrepreneur & Speaker: Winner of the Global Female Leader Award in Entrepreneurship, Young European Leader (#EYL40), Women in IT, and featured in Forbes, Inc.com, Business & Finance, and Irish Times.
✅ Future Workforce & EdTech Visionary: Led transformative EdTech initiatives, including EU-backed projects on AI and AR in education, impacting thousands of students across Europe.
✅ Women in Leadership & DEI Advocate: A strong voice in diversity, equity, and inclusion (DEI), mentoring female founders, startup leaders, and executives to break barriers in tech and business.

Speaking & Expertise:
🔹 Leadership in the Age of AI & Digital Disruption
🔹 The Future of Work: Skills, Adaptability & Innovation
🔹 Women in Leadership: Breaking Barriers & Building Legacies
🔹 Strategic Growth & Business Transformation
🔹 Inspiring Change: Leading with Purpose & Resilience

Darya’s leadership journey, from entrepreneurial success to executive impact, serves as an inspiration for leaders seeking to drive meaningful change in their organizations and industries. She brings a unique blend of business acumen, technological foresight, and human-centric leadership, making her a powerful voice in today’s rapidly evolving business landscape.

🚀 Inspire. Lead. Transform. 🚀

Dr. Darya Yegorina is a globally recognized thought leader, futurist, and transformational business strategist who empowers organizations and individuals to thrive in the era of digital disruption. With a career spanning 20+ years at the intersection... Show more

Kristi is a a recognized leader and sought-after speaker in Information Governance and Technology, known for driving innovation, digital transformation, collaboration - and more recently, AI readiness and adoption. She has deep expertise in information governance, compliance, and Microsoft 365, and actively advocates for women in technology

Kristi was a Wyoming Woman Entrepreneur of the Year nominee in 2022 and 2023, a 2024 Member of the Year awardee from ARMA International, founded 2 non-profit organizations, and actively works to support Women in Tech. She has over 25 years' expertise in the Microsoft ecosystem. Since launching Paintrock Consulting in 2012, she has advised across Energy, Healthcare, Engineering, Financial, Big Pharma, Telecommunications, and Legal Services industries.

Kristi is a a recognized leader and sought-after speaker in Information Governance and Technology, known for driving innovation, digital transformation, collaboration - and more recently, AI readiness and adoption. She has deep expertise in informati... Show more

東京都葛飾区出身。2002年中央大学大学院総合政策研究科博士前期課程修了。2002年より国際大学GLOCOM研究員。同准教授・主幹研究員を経て2019年より現職。武蔵学園データサイエンス研究所副所長、東京大学空間情報科学研究センター客員教授、国際大学GLOCOM主幹研究員も務める。
社会的な活動として、デジタル庁オープンデータ伝道師、総務省「地方自治体のデジタルトランスフォーメーション推進に係る検討会」座長、総務省「自治体システム等標準化検討会（住民記録システム・税務システム・選挙人名簿管理システム）」座長、三重県デジタル推進フェロー、一般社団法人オープン・ナレッジ・ファウンデーション・ジャパン代表理事なども務めている。

東京都葛飾区出身。2002年中央大学大学院総合政策研究科博士前期課程修了。2002年より国際大学GLOCOM研究員。同准教授・主幹研究員を経て2019年より現職。武蔵学園データサイエンス研究所副所長、東京大学空間情報科学研究センター客員教授、国際大学GLOCOM主幹研究員も務める。 社会的な活動として、デジタル庁オープンデータ伝道師、総務省「地方自治体のデジタルトランスフォーメーション推進に係る検討会」座長、総務省「自治体システム等標準化検討会（住民記録システム・税務システム・選挙人名簿管理シ... Show more

Tony Holmes is a talent and workforce development leader from Houston. TX. He specializes in leadership development and diversity as a speaker and consultant. He has managed change and scaled impact across multiple sectors as an award-winning leader. At the United Way of Greater Houston, he led employee engagement programming and the organization's strategy to center DEI across all operations and programs, leading to the organization receiving the Best Places to Work Award 2024, from the Houston Chronicle and the Diversity in Business Award 2024 from the Houston Business Journal. His private coaching practice, CoachedxTony unlocks talent, vision, and awareness for clients and provides tools and assessments on how to maximize strengths within personal development.

Tony is a Doctoral Candidate at the University of Southern California's Organizational Change and Leadership Program at the Rossier School of Education. His certifications include Gallup Global Strengths Coaching through Gallup, Inc., and Professional Diversity Coaching through the CoachDiversity Institute. He is a two-time graduate of Stephen F. Austin State University with a BA double-major in Interpersonal Communications and Sociology (2012), and a Master of Public Administration (2015). Tony is the CEO of Blue Chip Works, a Workforce Development company founded by him and his wife, Crystal in 2018. Through this work, they are able to create positive change in the world of business through hiring, staffing, and upskilling individuals across the nation. Tony is dedicated to uplifting his community and helping others reach their maximum potential one person at a time.

Tony Holmes is a talent and workforce development leader from Houston. TX. He specializes in leadership development and diversity as a speaker and consultant. He has managed change and scaled impact across multiple sectors as an award-winning leader.... Show more

Elizabeth A. Ruiz, PhD, is a Leadership Psychology Scholar-Practitioner. She is a dynamic force in strategic communication and leadership development. With over 35 years of experience, she has honed a unique expertise in leadership psychology, human capital, and organizational growth. As a Leadership Psychology Architect and Transformation Facilitator, Elizabeth empowers individuals and organizations to unlock their full potential through tailored business solutions, cutting-edge training, and strategic insights. Elizabeth’s passion for helping others grow is the driving force behind her career. She specializes in developing leaders who can navigate the complexities of today's business landscape with confidence and resilience. Through learning assessments, leadership training, or strategic business solutions, Elizabeth’s work empowers others with the skills they need to succeed. Elizabeth is not just a scholar-practitioner—she is a catalyst for transformation, inspiring leaders to reach new heights and organizations to achieve sustainable growth.

Elizabeth A. Ruiz, PhD, is a Leadership Psychology Scholar-Practitioner. She is a dynamic force in strategic communication and leadership development. With over 35 years of experience, she has honed a unique expertise in leadership psychology, human ... Show more

Layshi Curbelo is a user experience designer specializing in digital accessibility, with a focus on creating inclusive solutions with high return on investment (ROI). She holds a Bachelor's degree in Advertising, a Master's degree in Education with a specialization in Instructional Design, and certifications in User Experience.

She is the CEO of Command Z Studio and the Command Z podcast, where she explores trends and challenges in design. Additionally, she produces other design-focused podcasts, including Design Tracks from Design Matters and If U Seek from the company Useberry. She is also the CTO and Co-Founder of Yestoday, an innovative software that blends creativity and functionality for entrepreneurs and creatives, ensuring that technology transforms ideas into tangible realities.

With over a decade of experience, Layshi has worked on international projects and has been a speaker at prestigious events such as Design Matters, South by Southwest, Interaction Foundation, and the 2020 Ibero-American Biennial, where she was a finalist. She has created educational materials used in more than 16 countries and has spoken at over 30 international conferences. Her commitment is to make every digital experience accessible and effective, changing the world one pixel at a time.

Layshi Curbelo is a user experience designer specializing in digital accessibility, with a focus on creating inclusive solutions with high return on investment (ROI). She holds a Bachelor's degree in Advertising, a Master's degree in Education with a... Show more

Full-Stack Developer building Web3 infrastructure | Founded INGENIOUS tech community (500+ members) | Ex-BRIHAT INFO TECH | 5x Hackathon Winner | Actually ships production code at 3 AM

Full-Stack Developer building Web3 infrastructure | Founded INGENIOUS tech community (500+ members) | Ex-BRIHAT INFO TECH | 5x Hackathon Winner | Actually ships production code at 3 AM Show more

I am a Deaf leader from the Democratic Republic of Congo, working at the intersection of ethical finance, disability inclusion, sustainable development, and climate justice.
As a Senior Financial Analyst and Junior Accountant, I support schools, organizations, and businesses in strengthening financial transparency and accountability.
As the Executive Director of EAI, I lead inclusive programs that amplify the voices and talents of Deaf and disabled people, centering sign language access and intersectional inclusion in leadership.
I also serve as National Coordinator of Rise for Impact (DRC), empowering youth leadership and civic engagement across Central and East Africa.
A former Youth4Climate participant, I advocate for integrating accessibility and resilience into climate action.
Certified in DEI and Leadership, I’m passionate about digital accessibility and building technology that is equitable and inclusive for all.

I am a Deaf leader from the Democratic Republic of Congo, working at the intersection of ethical finance, disability inclusion, sustainable development, and climate justice. As a Senior Financial Analyst and Junior Accountant, I support schools, org... Show more

Hi everyone, I’m Prashanthi Matam. I have 7 years of experience as a senior software engineer having worked at companies like Discover, Goldman Sachs, Capgemini, and Enel X, where I leveraged cutting-edge technologies such as AWS, JavaScript, and Python. My background in Computer Science, combined with hands-on expertise in building ML model tracking systems, dynamic logging frameworks, and automated credential management, has equipped me with a comprehensive understanding of AI-enhanced testing frameworks. Additionally, as the former Vice-Chairman of ACM, Mentor for Mozilla Firefox, Redhat.I developed strong leadership skills that I bring to every project. Today, I'll be discussing how AI-driven testing frameworks can revolutionize real-time data analysis and ML model deployment, monitoring.

Hi everyone, I’m Prashanthi Matam. I have 7 years of experience as a senior software engineer having worked at companies like Discover, Goldman Sachs, Capgemini, and Enel X, where I leveraged cutting-edge technologies such as AWS, JavaScript, and Pyt... Show more

Kim es una ingeniera con una visión holística del liderazgo. Su enfoque se centra en el desarrollo integral de las personas, combinando habilidades técnicas con habilidades blandas como la comunicación efectiva, la resolución de conflictos y la inteligencia emocional. Con más de 17 años de experiencia en la industria IT y certificaciones en la metodología Agile y una maestría en Neuroliderazgo y Coaching Cognitivo, Kim ha demostrado su capacidad para transformar equipos y organizaciones.

Kim es una ingeniera con una visión holística del liderazgo. Su enfoque se centra en el desarrollo integral de las personas, combinando habilidades técnicas con habilidades blandas como la comunicación efectiva, la resolución de conflictos y la intel... Show more

20 ans d'expérience professionnelle dont 10 dans l'Agilité (essentiellement pour les grandes comptes)
Parcours professionnel : audit organisationnel, management de projet, management du changement, Coach Agile, coach professionnel
Domaines d'expertise : coaching & formation Agile/SAFE, coaching des équipes, coaching individuel, coaching des managers, tests comportementaux (DISC, Selfie...), coaching des hauts potentiels, coaching des Points Forts Gallup (coach certifié).
Passions : patinage artistique, théâtre & improvisation, écriture & traduction

20 ans d'expérience professionnelle dont 10 dans l'Agilité (essentiellement pour les grandes comptes) Parcours professionnel : audit organisationnel, management de projet, management du changement, Coach Agile, coach professionnel Domaines d'expert... Show more

Hi, you can call me Gatan. A DevOps Engineer passionate about automation, scalability, and system reliability. I specialize in CI/CD, infrastructure as code, and monitoring, with hands-on experience in Docker, Ansible, Prometheus, and Grafana. My focus is on streamlining deployments, optimizing performance, and ensuring seamless collaboration between development and operations. Always exploring new tools and best practices to push DevOps efficiency to the next level. Let’s connect and build something great!

Hi, you can call me Gatan. A DevOps Engineer passionate about automation, scalability, and system reliability. I specialize in CI/CD, infrastructure as code, and monitoring, with hands-on experience in Docker, Ansible, Prometheus, and Grafana. My foc... Show more

Rachel Green is a seasoned community development and third sector leader with over 30 years’ experience spanning local government, national networks, and grassroots organisations. Beginning her journey on a village hall committee, she combined lived experience with academic study, earning a BA in Community Education and later an MScR in Health Humanities and Arts. Rachel has implemented innovative governance and planning systems, and transformed organisations into genuine member-led body. She is passionate about equity, inclusion, and ensuring communities most affected by disadvantage have a voice and agency in shaping their futures. Known for her collaborative and transparent leadership style, Rachel builds strategic partnerships across government, academia, and the third sector, advocating for holistic, person-led approaches that create meaningful, lasting change.

Rachel Green is a seasoned community development and third sector leader with over 30 years’ experience spanning local government, national networks, and grassroots organisations. Beginning her journey on a village hall committee, she combined lived ... Show more

I'm a passionate professional about business, entrepreneurship, technology, continue improving of human and technical skills to me and teams that I worked.
I'm acquired experience and knowledge in differents roles and practices that I like share and still learning from others. I was fortunate to work in the largest companies in our region and the globe. Argentine Telecom, Globant, Mercadolibre, Amazon Web Services
My mainly skill topics are SaaS, Platform engineering, SRE, Dev(Sec)Ops, Agile, Lean and Cloud Architecture.
I'm a football fan, animal lover, MMA practitioner and father of two beautiful childs.

I'm a passionate professional about business, entrepreneurship, technology, continue improving of human and technical skills to me and teams that I worked. I'm acquired experience and knowledge in differents roles and practices that I like share and... Show more

A native New Orleanian of Filipino descent, Randy Gonzales is a poet, writer, and community historian who researches and shares the stories of Filipino Louisiana. He is an associate professor of English at the University of Louisiana at Lafayette, where he holds the Dr. James Wilson/BORSF Eminent Scholar Endowed Professorship in Southern Studies. His book Settling St. Malo (UL Press, 2023) is a history of Filipino Louisiana in verse. You can find out more about Filipinos in Louisiana at www.filipinola.com and more about Randy at www.randygonzales.com.

A native New Orleanian of Filipino descent, Randy Gonzales is a poet, writer, and community historian who researches and shares the stories of Filipino Louisiana. He is an associate professor of English at the University of Louisiana at Lafayette, wh... Show more