As a dynamic Product Designer and Product Owner, I’ve led the end-to-end design and strategy of transformative digital products across Africa, US and in the UK. I previously served as a Product Designer at Torus Mara, where I crafted inclusive fintech and crypto payment experiences that power economic freedom. I also lead product at Lovebox Africa, a tech for good platform reimagining community giving. From scaling early concepts into polished, user-centered platforms to overseeing agile product teams, my work reflects a deep commitment to intentional design, cultural relevance, and high-performance product systems. I’m passionate about creating scalable solutions that solve real-world problems while enabling underserved users to thrive.

I’m also an open-source contributor with Women Coding Community, where I volunteer and collaborate on inclusive tech solutions, and a design mentor at Veet, empowering aspiring designers and product owners across the globe. My prior speaking engagements span product strategy, design systems, tech-for-good, and community-led innovation. I bring fresh, global insight into building cross-cultural, impact-driven digital products, and I’m driven to share this knowledge to inspire the next generation of product leaders. Whether on stage or in workshops, I deliver talks that prompt, equip, and empower audiences to build boldly and build products that solve real life problems.

As a dynamic Product Designer and Product Owner, I’ve led the end-to-end design and strategy of transformative digital products across Africa, US and in the UK. I previously served as a Product Designer at Torus Mara, where I crafted inclusive fintec... Show more

Dr. Mason is a Psychologist/ Life & Relationship Coach and author in private practice in Los Angeles california
Dr Mason was the CEO of HALO a nonprofit organization that was active in the Healthy Relationships Marriage & Families programs from 2003-2014.
Because of his expertise on the dynamics of healthy relationships and family Dr Mason is a consultant an invited speaker, lecturer to universities and churches and guest expert appearing on radio, Television and podcasts.
Dr. Mason is member of various professional mental health associations is an advocate on the importance of mental health awareness and education
He resides in his native city of Los Angeles with his bride Sonja of over 50 years.

Dr. Mason is a Psychologist/ Life & Relationship Coach and author in private practice in Los Angeles california Dr Mason was the CEO of HALO a nonprofit organization that was active in the Healthy Relationships Marriage & Families programs from 200... Show more

Mala Mahadevan is a senior database professional with over 20 years of experience working with data, primarily in SQL Server and related technologies. She has been volunteering with SQL Server community for the past 15 years and is also a recipient of the PASSion award for being an outstanding volunteer. She is a featured blogger on sqlservercentral.com and also blogs frequently at curiousaboutdata.com. She is active on twitter as @sqlmal.

Mala Mahadevan is a senior database professional with over 20 years of experience working with data, primarily in SQL Server and related technologies. She has been volunteering with SQL Server community for the past 15 years and is also a recipient o... Show more

Michael Ronen is a leader in immersive design and creator of the Play Economy Framework, helping companies blend technology, empathy, and play to innovate faster and more effectively. With over 20 years of experience, Michael’s engaging, fun, and comedic speaking style has made him a favorite among executives and startups alike, driving real-world success from 0 to 1 through rapid product development and team alignment.

Michael Ronen is a leader in immersive design and creator of the Play Economy Framework, helping companies blend technology, empathy, and play to innovate faster and more effectively. With over 20 years of experience, Michael’s engaging, fun, and com... Show more

Curtis Cox is a seasoned Career Brand Strategist and the founder of Curtis Careers, a leading career consulting platform dedicated to helping professionals and businesses elevate their brands, scale their careers, and unlock new opportunities. With deep expertise in career branding, professional development, and career scaling, Curtis has guided countless individuals in navigating career transitions, building powerful personal brands, and positioning themselves as leaders in their industries.

Through Curtis Careers, Curtis provides strategic career coaching, workforce development solutions, and executive branding services tailored for millennial professionals, corporate teams, and entrepreneurs. His mission is to equip individuals with the tools to thrive in competitive job markets and achieve long-term career success.

As a sought-after speaker and thought leader, Curtis shares valuable insights on career growth, professional branding, and networking. Whether hosting workshops, leading career-focused discussions, or delivering impactful keynote talks, he is dedicated to empowering professionals to turn ambition into achievement.

Curtis Cox is a seasoned Career Brand Strategist and the founder of Curtis Careers, a leading career consulting platform dedicated to helping professionals and businesses elevate their brands, scale their careers, and unlock new opportunities. With d... Show more

Nadiyah uses her nickname "Essence," as an author. She is a motivational speaker, facilitator of self-help, and trauma-informed literature. She uses her experience as a community-based nonprofit worker, a social worker, a parent facilitator, a former correctional officer, and a child and family services worker to help people undo the thinking of their past to open new doors to a brighter future. She has over 15 years of experience in the human services field and has experience as an individual and group counselor.

Nadiyah has a B.S. in Human Services from Chestnut Hill College and is currently pursuing her Master's in Theology at Trinity Evangelical University and her MSW at West Chester University. She served as an officer of the court in Philadelphia, PA, working with incarcerated fathers for several years as a correctional officer. Nadiyah is a motivational speaker who assists people in being confident about themselves and their overall abilities using the existential perspective, Satir model, and the Bowen Systems family theory.

Nadiyah addresses the issues that people struggle with within themselves as parents and individuals such as depression, PTSD, Intergenerational patterns, work/life stress, abuse (sexual, mental, physical, verbal), forgiveness, societal judgments, and resilience. She uses her life experiences to give examples of resilience and perseverance to show the ability to be able to create the life that one deserves as portrayed in her literary works, "Layers of a Single Mother...my Past is not my Present," and "Believe in yourself," which can be found on her website www.everythingessencewix.org.

Nadiyah is the Chair of the "Dream IT Be It," program for young women in Philadelphia, PA, for Soroptimist International SI Five Points Magneta where she volunteers to prepare them for college and career readiness.
She is a survivor of domestic violence which was the inspiration for her book production. She writes about her struggles as a single parent and the mistakes and triumphs of parenthood through the experience of Adverse Childhood Experiences from intergenerational patterns, and helps families process the loss of loved ones with her bereavement book "Sister My Sister".

In her workshops, she helps to reframe the thinking of parents and professionals alike to promote happiness, and holistic living mentally, physically, emotionally, and spiritually. The workshops consist of a lecture, visual aids, individual/group participation through genogram diagrams, polls, self-reflection, and self-awareness exercises. The takeaways will be parental resources for self-care, management of stress-related issues mental/emotional wellness, an awareness of behavioral patterns in children, and an awareness of intergenerational patterns.

email - contact@everythingessencewix.org
website - www.everythingessencewix.org

Nadiyah uses her nickname "Essence," as an author. She is a motivational speaker, facilitator of self-help, and trauma-informed literature. She uses her experience as a community-based nonprofit worker, a social worker, a parent facilitator, a forme... Show more

Katie Rose Kaufman is a seasoned Senior Release Train Engineer and program leader with a dynamic career spanning multiple industries, including tech, entertainment, and healthcare. A systems thinker and change agent, Katie Rose specializes in navigating complex transformations, streamlining processes, and driving alignment across cross-functional teams.

Passionate about career development and leadership, Katie Rose is also a dedicated mentor and career coach, sharing insights on agile methodologies, program management, and professional growth. Recognized as a top career guidance expert (featured on a Times Square billboard!), Katie Rose is committed to helping others build meaningful careers through strategic advocacy, mentorship, and practical guidance.

With a unique blend of fine arts and tech experience, Katie Rose brings a fresh perspective to leadership, adaptability, and innovation in the modern workplace.

Katie Rose Kaufman is a seasoned Senior Release Train Engineer and program leader with a dynamic career spanning multiple industries, including tech, entertainment, and healthcare. A systems thinker and change agent, Katie Rose specializes in navigat... Show more

Zach Stone has been a group process facilitator for 17 years. He has trained over 15,000 individuals from over 27 countries in behavioral science theory and practice. He co-founded a firm that uses techniques to rebuild war zones for organizational dynamics. He embedded with high-pressure organizations as a consultant in public transportation, healthcare, and emergency services for 8 years before becoming a full-time agilist. He has been a featured speaker or keynote for the International Trauma Conference, Apple, the Department of State-Sponsored Programs, the Association for Continuing Higher Education, Wharton Business School, and others.

Zach has worked in the private, public, non-profit, and quasi-governmental sectors supporting agile teams across the entire SDLC. He works for Elsevier as a Principal Delivery Manager supporting 30+ teams.

Zach Stone has been a group process facilitator for 17 years. He has trained over 15,000 individuals from over 27 countries in behavioral science theory and practice. He co-founded a firm that uses techniques to rebuild war zones for organizational ... Show more

Mit über 20 Jahren Führungserfahrung in Top-Unternehmen kombiniere ich Business, Produktmanagement und IT-Expertise zu praxisnaher Beratung – immer auf Augenhöhe

Was mich auszeichnet
Verständnis für Führung: Ich spreche die Sprache von IT, Business und Strategie und kenne die Dynamiken von Startups, Mittelstand und Konzernen.
Strategischer Brückenbauer: Wo Zusammenarbeit stockt, setze ich an und schaffe verbindende Lösungen.
Schnelle Empathie & frischer Humor: Meine Kunden schätzen, wie rasch ich Empathie entwickle und mit überraschenden Perspektivwechseln Impulse gebe.

Mit über 20 Jahren Führungserfahrung in Top-Unternehmen kombiniere ich Business, Produktmanagement und IT-Expertise zu praxisnaher Beratung – immer auf Augenhöhe Was mich auszeichnet Verständnis für Führung: Ich spreche die Sprache von IT, Busine... Show more

Asterios is an Asst. Professor at TU Delft and an Academic at Amazon Web Services. Asterios's research focuses on scalable data processing, stream processing, data integration and everything Cloud computing. Asterios has worked at Hazelcast, SAP Innovation Center, TU Berlin and received his PhD from INRIA Saclay & Université Paris-Sud.

Asterios is an Asst. Professor at TU Delft and an Academic at Amazon Web Services. Asterios's research focuses on scalable data processing, stream processing, data integration and everything Cloud computing. Asterios has worked at Hazelcast, SAP Inn... Show more

Piero Palacios
Biologist | Data Scientist | Bioinformatic Scientist

Hello! I’m Piero, a biologist from Peru with a strong foundation in biotechnology. My passion for data analysis and bioinformatics has led me to pursue specializations from Harvard University and MIT. In my free time, I enjoy creating reproducible and interactive reports using Quarto.

My bioinformatics expertise spans various domains, including RNA-Seq, Methyl-Seq, WGBS-Seq, Illumina Methylation Array, and multi-omics analyses. Additionally, I have extensive experience in machine learning (e.g., OLS, ridge and lasso regression, SVM, kernels, collaborative filtering, network analysis, high-dimensional reduction) and deep learning models (e.g., feed-forward neural networks, recurrent neural networks, convolutional neural networks, graph neural networks, transformers).

I'm excited to connect, share ideas, and explore innovative applications of Shiny at this conference!

Piero Palacios Biologist | Data Scientist | Bioinformatic Scientist Hello! I’m Piero, a biologist from Peru with a strong foundation in biotechnology. My passion for data analysis and bioinformatics has led me to pursue specializations from Harva... Show more

Evelyn Rothkranz gestaltet als Bildungswissenschaftlerin die Gegenwart von Studium und Lehre an der Universität zu Köln mit und entwirft Szenarien zur Bildung der Zukunft (beispielsweise zur hybriden Lehre). In Köln hat sie den Master der Interkulturellen Kommunikation und Bildung absolviert und zuvor Erziehungs- und Bildungswissenschaften in Marburg studiert.

Evelyn Rothkranz gestaltet als Bildungswissenschaftlerin die Gegenwart von Studium und Lehre an der Universität zu Köln mit und entwirft Szenarien zur Bildung der Zukunft (beispielsweise zur hybriden Lehre). In Köln hat sie den Master der Interkultur... Show more

I have a degree in Physics and Astronomy, but I work in IT. Okay, nothing special there. The unlikely thing is that before I ventured into the "exact sciences" (a somewhat inaccurate label, by the way), I actually completed 6 semesters of Literature. So, I have some "humanities" in my academic background. Okay, but what career doesn't? Details of my profile that might give you an idea of ​​the line I want to take in my content production.

My completed writing projects are: editorial and writing for the pop culture and science dissemination magazine Geeky~iD, as well as authoring the book “A Paisagem Limpido ~ Gênese vampírica”. I also wrote research and dissemination articles on Physics, Epistemology, Ancient History, Comparative Religions and Mythology.

As academic activities, I coordinated the UFF/Unesco extension project in Environmental Education, gave lectures at research institutes on Climate Change, clean energy, sustainable development, astronomy, quantum theory, relativity, philosophy of science, data science and artificial intelligence.

I have a degree in Physics and Astronomy, but I work in IT. Okay, nothing special there. The unlikely thing is that before I ventured into the "exact sciences" (a somewhat inaccurate label, by the way), I actually completed 6 semesters of Literature.... Show more

Jeremiah Lee develops monetization tools for digital creators. He previously worked on cloud infrastructure at Stripe, hardware integrations at Spotify, and web APIs at Fitbit. He grew up under the California sun, but now calls Stockholm home.

Jeremiah Lee develops monetization tools for digital creators. He previously worked on cloud infrastructure at Stripe, hardware integrations at Spotify, and web APIs at Fitbit. He grew up under the California sun, but now calls Stockholm home. Show more

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

E: rashmi.watel@gmail.com

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

SeonDong Yu is a Researcher of the Core Research Team at RAON SECURE, specializing in security research and penetration testing, with a particular interest in embedded hacking. As a dedicated Offensive Researcher based in South Korea, SeonDong is committed to advancing cybersecurity until the digital world is safe from threats. He is also an active member of the 'SaturnX' team, participating in Capture The Flag (CTF) competitions.

[Education]
Master’s Degree in Information Security Engineering, Konkuk University (GRADUATE SCHOOL OF INFORMATIO)
Master's Degree: A Study on the Design and Improvement of Single Thread by Multi-Processing Using Docker Container : Deploying a Web Attack Log Analysis System with ModSecurity

[Hacking Research Team Activities]
NOAR, July 2019 – February 2021
SaturnX, February 2021 – Present

[Penetration Tester]
Raonsecure Core Research Team, South Korea (July 2019 – Present)

[Presentation]
- KISIA 2025 (KOR) - Ahnlab Tack, DATABASE Hacking Lecture
- CodeEnge 2025 (KOR) - Embedded Hacking to Red Teaming (Router Hacking)
- Codegate 2024 (KOR) - Embedded Hacking and Analysis (IoT)
- Howon University - Penetration Testing Lecture (Web/IoT/Reverse)
- Seoul Women's University - Gifted Education Center Lecture (Android/iOS Frida Hooking)
- Kangwon National University Cybersecurity Competition - CTF Problem-Solving Lecture
- Woosuk University - Penetration Testing & CTF Problem-Solving Lecture
- Seoul Women's University 9th Lemon Seminar - Red Team Penetration Testing Lecture

[CTF Challenge Creation]
- South Korea ( Best of The Best 9 - King musae (Web) )
- South Korea ( Best of The Best 9 - Fun Fun Game (Web) )

"For more details, refer to https://d0ngd0nge.xyz/";

SeonDong Yu is a Researcher of the Core Research Team at RAON SECURE, specializing in security research and penetration testing, with a particular interest in embedded hacking. As a dedicated Offensive Researcher based in South Korea, SeonDong is com... Show more

Kenisha Coon is a nationally recognized DEI strategist, leadership consultant, and policy advocate with over 15 years of experience driving systemic change across corporate, tech, nonprofit, and government sectors. A PhD candidate in Evidence-Based Coaching and Leadership, she specializes in strategic DEIB planning, antiracism training, executive coaching, and policy advocacy, helping organizations implement sustainable, measurable change.

As the author of And Then She Persisted, Kenisha blends personal resilience with expert insights on breaking systemic barriers and fostering true equity. She has worked with national agencies, corporations, and policymakers to embed equity-driven frameworks into leadership development, workplace culture, and public policy.

A sought-after keynote speaker and panelist, Kenisha delivers transformative sessions on women’s leadership, workplace equity, antiracist parenting, and inclusive organizational change. She is passionate about empowering leaders, dismantling systemic inequities, and shaping policies that drive lasting impact. Whether working with executive teams, government officials, or grassroots movements, Kenisha brings bold leadership, deep expertise, and a commitment to driving equity-centered transformation.

Kenisha Coon is a nationally recognized DEI strategist, leadership consultant, and policy advocate with over 15 years of experience driving systemic change across corporate, tech, nonprofit, and government sectors. A PhD candidate in Evidence-Based C... Show more

Dr. La-Trice Johnson is the founder and lead consultant of Levels and Mindset, LLC, where she helps new and aspiring administrators shift from reactive to responsive leadership through operational strategy, coaching, and equity-centered design. With over 28 years of experience as a teacher, principal, university instructor, and leadership coach, she brings a deep understanding of how site systems shape school culture, trust, and instructional flow.

A recipient of the ACSA Region XIX 2016 Elementary Co-Administrator of the Year Award, Dr. Johnson is recognized for her ability to lead with both precision and heart. She specializes in training assistant principals, admin designees, and site leaders to navigate the first critical years of school leadership with clarity, confidence, and care.

Through professional development, coaching, and instructional design, Dr. Johnson supports leaders in building systems that are not just compliant but transformational. She is especially passionate about mentoring women in leadership and creating inclusive spaces where operational excellence is seen as a bold act of service and strategy.

Dr. La-Trice Johnson is the founder and lead consultant of Levels and Mindset, LLC, where she helps new and aspiring administrators shift from reactive to responsive leadership through operational strategy, coaching, and equity-centered design. With ... Show more

Amber Herbert is a (mostly) speculative fiction author living in Colorado Springs, CO with her husband and two gremlins. She self-published her debut novel, Lipstick Covered Magnet, in 2022 and has since been penning an epic fantasy series and various horror stories she hopes to traditionally publish. She graduated the University of Colorado with a BA in English literature and worked as a freelance editor for eight years. She now writes full time (when she isn't minding children or rescue dogs).

Outside of writing and reading, Amber enjoys baking, going to emo/punk/post-hardcore gigs, playing complicated board games, and watching and critiquing TV and film.

Amber Herbert is a (mostly) speculative fiction author living in Colorado Springs, CO with her husband and two gremlins. She self-published her debut novel, Lipstick Covered Magnet, in 2022 and has since been penning an epic fantasy series and variou... Show more

I'm Miwok, with ancestral homelands surrounding Sacramento, California. Our stories and sovereignty are not relics of the past — they are the foundation for powerful futures. I believe technology should serve Native communities, not define us. My work focuses on using tech thoughtfully to amplify Indigenous knowledge, voices, and resilience.

Currently, I serve as President of Natives in Tech, a national nonprofit where I lead efforts to connect Native communities to technology through mentorship, education, and culturally-rooted innovation. I also work as a Cultural Technologist for a Federally Recognized Tribe, designing and implementing STEAM education initiatives, digital storytelling projects, and grant-funded programs that expand youth access to Tribal knowledge systems.

🔹 Core Values: Indigenous self-determination, ethical storytelling, cultural preservation, and community-driven innovation.
🔹 Key Strengths: Program development, digital education strategy, grant writing, cross-sector partnerships, cultural technology leadership, instructional design, eLearning technical development, learning management system integration, professional voice over coordination, evaluation and assessment, multimedia and document design

I am passionate about growing projects where Indigenous sovereignty, education, and technology converge. I’m seeking opportunities to scale my impact — leading broader initiatives that strengthen community agency, uplift Native voices, and build future-ready infrastructure for the next generations.

In my day job I am a Cultural Technologist with 15+ years of experience bridging journalism, technology, and Indigenous community leadership. My work lives where cultural preservation meets innovation: building pathways for Indigenous self-determination through education, storytelling, and digital solutions.

I'm Miwok, with ancestral homelands surrounding Sacramento, California. Our stories and sovereignty are not relics of the past — they are the foundation for powerful futures. I believe technology should serve Native communities, not define us. My wor... Show more

With expertise spanning SEO, content marketing, PPC, and social media, I help brands elevate their visibility, skyrocket organic traffic, and drive measurable engagement. Whether it’s optimizing site structure, crafting high-impact content, or building performance-driven campaigns, I believe in strategies rooted in data and designed for results.

With expertise spanning SEO, content marketing, PPC, and social media, I help brands elevate their visibility, skyrocket organic traffic, and drive measurable engagement. Whether it’s optimizing site structure, crafting high-impact content, or buildi... Show more

With a rich background in agile methodologies and engineering team management, I have had the privilege of sharing my expertise at several renowned conferences and meetups in France. In 2018, I spoke at Agile Tour Toulouse and Montpellier, presenting on the Scrum Master role, and at Toulouse Devfest 2023, where I addressed the challenges of managing remote teams. Internally at MonkeyPatch in October 2024, I gave a talk on the "No Estimate" practice.

In 2019, I organized workshops and meetups for my company, including the popular "Artist vs Specifier" workshop, as well as sessions focused on improving visual management through sketch notes. More recently, in 2024, I was invited to participate in the French podcasts IFTTD and Tech Lead Corner to discuss engineering team management strategies.

As a speaker and workshop facilitator, my aim is always to empower teams to improve collaboration, foster a strong team culture, and streamline project management practices.

With a rich background in agile methodologies and engineering team management, I have had the privilege of sharing my expertise at several renowned conferences and meetups in France. In 2018, I spoke at Agile Tour Toulouse and Montpellier, presenting... Show more

Simen Svenkerud is a Senior consultant at Webstep with extensive experience in data engineering , Data science and platform architecture. His career spans significant roles in major Nordic organizations, with particular expertise in regulated industries and complex data environments.
At Norwegian Air Shuttle, he is leading their data platform modernization initiative, implementing a group-wide data sharing solution and modernizing their data warehouse architecture. His experience includes key positions at Storebrand, where he worked with data warehouse architecture and analytics platforms.
Simen specializes in designing and implementing modern data platforms with a focus on security, scalability, and regulatory compliance. He has particular expertise in cloud technologies, including AWS, GCP and Azure, and is experienced in implementing data mesh architectures and modern data stack solutions.
His approach combines deep technical knowledge with practical business understanding, enabling him to deliver solutions that balance security requirements with operational efficiency. He has demonstrated success in transforming legacy systems and establishing robust data governance frameworks in enterprise environments.

Simen Svenkerud is a Senior consultant at Webstep with extensive experience in data engineering , Data science and platform architecture. His career spans significant roles in major Nordic organizations, with particular expertise in regulated industr... Show more

Hi, I'm Caitlin – I'm the founder and lead facilitator at interlude.

I’m on a mission to make work better. I’m fiercely passionate about creating healthier, more sustainable ways of reaching high performance that help people do remarkable things – without chronic stress, burnout and overwhelm.

My sustainable productivity workshops with interlude are industry agnostic. I've helped teams at global giants like Visa and innovative startups like Beckley Psyctech and Superside, as well as ambitious people in communities like Sophia Amoruso's Business Class and universities like UCL to build sustainable productivity practices help them to reach their goals without the personal price tags.

I’m a TEDx speaker and regularly do talks and panels at conferences like WORKTECH, Global House x SXSW and Earthfest. My writing has been featured in publications like Startups Magazine and Workplace Wellbeing Professional.

A Cambridge and UCL graduate with an MBA from Quantic, my career has spanned leadership in high-growth startups, ideating award-winning brand campaigns, and running sell-out events – always with a relentless focus on improving how we work *and* how we feel at work.

Inspired by my own experience overcoming a life-changing health challenge, I am determined to change workplace culture for the better – one workshop, team, and conversation at a time.

Because if our productivity isn't sustainable, it isn't really productive at all.

Hi, I'm Caitlin – I'm the founder and lead facilitator at interlude. I’m on a mission to make work better. I’m fiercely passionate about creating healthier, more sustainable ways of reaching high performance that help people do remarkable things –... Show more

Sterling Reed is a resilient and visionary entrepreneur committed to empowering the community. As the CEO of BlackWallStreets.store, he is dedicated to creating a thriving digital space for Black entrepreneurs. His career includes leadership roles as CEO of Vibrantek Solutions and the South Lake Technology Resource Center. Driven by a shared mission of community upliftment, Sterling's experiences have fueled his passion for providing a solid foundation for Black-owned businesses to grow. He is an ideal guest for podcasts focused on entrepreneurship, community development, and technology. As a speaker, he can share his journey and insights on building resilient businesses and fostering economic empowerment. He is also a valuable collaborator for brands looking to create events that celebrate and support the Black business community.

Sterling Reed is a resilient and visionary entrepreneur committed to empowering the community. As the CEO of BlackWallStreets.store, he is dedicated to creating a thriving digital space for Black entrepreneurs. His career includes leadership roles as... Show more

J'ai toujours cultivé une certaine polyvalence dont les différentes facettes s'enrichissent mutuellement.
Coach professionnel et agiliste, j'écoute et je questionne individus et organisations pour les aider à clarifier leurs problématiques et à construire leurs propres solutions.

J'ai toujours cultivé une certaine polyvalence dont les différentes facettes s'enrichissent mutuellement. Coach professionnel et agiliste, j'écoute et je questionne individus et organisations pour les aider à clarifier leurs problématiques et à cons... Show more

Long-time agile jiggler, eXtreme programmer and agile catalyst, amateur bon vivant. Bilingual EN/FR - fr_US

Long-time agile jiggler, eXtreme programmer and agile catalyst, amateur bon vivant. Bilingual EN/FR - fr_US Show more

After growing up in the German countryside, I studied in the United States (M.S. in computer science from Syracuse University, and a Ph.D. in mathematics from the University of Michigan in Ann Arbor). For four years, I was VP and CTO of an Internet startup that went from 3 people in a tiny office to a public company. I taught computer science at San Jose State University and held visiting appointments at universities in Germany, Switzerland, Vietnam, and Macau. In my copious spare time I write books and articles on programming languages and computer science education.

After growing up in the German countryside, I studied in the United States (M.S. in computer science from Syracuse University, and a Ph.D. in mathematics from the University of Michigan in Ann Arbor). For four years, I was VP and CTO of an Internet s... Show more

Bringing people together is something that lives on through my workshops and training. Whether they take place online or on-premise, I facilitate workshops and learning experiences that focus on high participation, on learning by doing and verifying that the concepts are integrated. I use Live Online Learning Activities to ensure people get a chance to practice their understanding of the new concepts.

What better way is there to give meaning to what we say than to draw to make our thoughts explicit? When we add visual information to what we’re saying, suddenly our intention becomes much more precise, and we can begin to work on shared understanding. This is why I love bringing people in contact with the power of Visual Thinking, of getting back to our roots and using pen and paper to bring people closer together.

Stories are another option for bringing sensitive topics to the surface, which I recently started to explore through my self-development practice, as well as during numerous Around the world in (less than) 80 days workshops throughout the past years!

Bringing people together is something that lives on through my workshops and training. Whether they take place online or on-premise, I facilitate workshops and learning experiences that focus on high participation, on learning by doing and verifying ... Show more

Carmen Estela is a graduate student in Digital Forensics at the University of Central Florida. She holds a B.A. in Criminology from the University of Florida with certifications in Data Analytics and AI Fundamentals. Carmen has attended and been awarded scholarships to HackSpaceCon 2024 and 2025, where she participated in hands-on cybersecurity workshops including adversarial machine learning and physical penetration testing. At Hack Red Con 2025 in Louisville, Kentucky, Carmen presented "Social Engineering Your Network: Hacking Human Connections". She has also served as an adult protective investigator, police communications operator, legal intern, and research assistant, applying investigative skills across law enforcement, academic, and public service settings.

Carmen Estela is a graduate student in Digital Forensics at the University of Central Florida. She holds a B.A. in Criminology from the University of Florida with certifications in Data Analytics and AI Fundamentals. Carmen has attended and been awar... Show more