Philosopher and entreprenuer, involved with technology and communication since 1999. Co-founder of Agile Reloaded and Nobilita. Currently working with corporates teams in order to get their companies ready for the future, evolving the way they works and hacking their culture.

Philosopher and entreprenuer, involved with technology and communication since 1999. Co-founder of Agile Reloaded and Nobilita. Currently working with corporates teams in order to get their companies ready for the future, evolving the way they works ... Show more

Ang Buxton is a product and delivery strategist who helps mission-driven teams ship work that matters. Currently, Ang is the lead project manager for the MyMassGov portal with the state of Massachusetts via Last Call Media.

As Lead Product & Delivery Manager at Last Call Media, Ang has stewarded Drupal implementations across higher education, nonprofit, and civic sectors—including projects for Wentworth, Haverford, Smith College, Northland Pioneer College, and Asia Society. Their work combines agile expertise with a commitment to equity, inclusion, and real human connection.

A former public school teacher and Teach For America alum, Ang brings over a decade of experience building systems that work—for students, staff, and stakeholders. Whether leading multi-year platform migrations or shaping storytelling-driven community hubs, they operate at the intersection of strategy, empathy, and execution. Ang's current focus is on civictech and collaborating with technologists leverage AI do more than automate away nuance -- deepen understanding, rebuild trust, and bring people closer—especially within our most essential institutions.

Ang Buxton is a product and delivery strategist who helps mission-driven teams ship work that matters. Currently, Ang is the lead project manager for the MyMassGov portal with the state of Massachusetts via Last Call Media. As Lead Product & Deliv... Show more

I solve the $2M problems that happen when brilliant technology meets confused humans.

Over the past decade, I've built AI platforms that generate $5M ARR, transformed failing products into 340% growth stories, and led 50,000+ user migrations with zero downtime. But here's what I've really learned: the biggest technology challenges aren't technical at all. They're psychological.

With my Master's in Social Data Science from Oxford, I've spent my career at the intersection where human behavior meets enterprise technology. I've worked across healthcare, finance, and global consulting at Accenture, consistently discovering that the same patterns emerge everywhere: smart people make predictable, irrational decisions about technology adoption.
I'm the product leader who gets called in when expensive AI implementations sit unused, when teams resist change despite obvious benefits, or when leadership needs someone who can translate between C-suite vision and developer reality. My "human first AI" framework is now adopted by 3 Fortune 500 companies because it works with human psychology rather than against it.
My superpower is turning complex technological chaos into revenue generating clarity. I've reduced patient wait times from 48 hours to 4 hours, cut compliance review time by 87%, and helped teams embrace AI tools they initially feared. I understand both the technical possibilities (Python, TensorFlow, cloud architecture) and the human realities (cognitive bias, change resistance, team dynamics) of making technology actually work.

Whether I'm speaking about AI manipulation psychology, the neuroscience of developer attention, or why brilliant teams make terrible technology decisions, I bring data driven insights combined with real world war stories from the trenches of enterprise transformation.
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believe the future belongs to leaders who understand that every technology problem is fundamentally a people problem. And people problems are endlessly fascinating to solve.

I solve the $2M problems that happen when brilliant technology meets confused humans. Over the past decade, I've built AI platforms that generate $5M ARR, transformed failing products into 340% growth stories, and led 50,000+ user migrations with ... Show more

I'm a bird conservationist specialized in bird-friendly building policy development, research, and advocacy. I help governments appreciate the complex lives of birds and how our decisions about buildings and nighttime lighting affect avian populations. In 2023, I co-led a statewide campaign to pass Public Act No. 23-143, Connecticut's “Lights Out bill,” which requires CT state agencies to turn off unnecessary lights by 11pm for birds. As a policy researcher at the Yale Bird-friendly Building Initiative, I co-authored 'Building Safer Cities for Birds: How Cities Are Leading the Way on Bird-Friendly Building Policy." I routinely testify and submit public comments on municipal and institutional lighting plans. I hold an MA in cultural history from the University of Chicago and an MDiv in religion & ecology from Yale University.

I'm a bird conservationist specialized in bird-friendly building policy development, research, and advocacy. I help governments appreciate the complex lives of birds and how our decisions about buildings and nighttime lighting affect avian population... Show more

A professional with more than 15 years of experience in human resources, focused on promoting development through a modern, effective, and technological strategy.

Profesional con más de 15 años de experiencia en recursos humanos, orientado a potenciar el desarrollo a través de una estrategia moderna, eficaz y tecnológica.

Profissional com mais de 15 anos de experiência em recursos humanos, focado em promover o desenvolvimento por meio de uma estratégia moderna, eficaz e tecnológica.

A professional with more than 15 years of experience in human resources, focused on promoting development through a modern, effective, and technological strategy. Profesional con más de 15 años de experiencia en recursos humanos, orientado a poten... Show more

Nathan Egge is an engineering manager at Google. He is co-chair of the RISE Project Technical Steering Committee.

Nathan Egge is an engineering manager at Google. He is co-chair of the RISE Project Technical Steering Committee. Show more

Results - driven Cybersecurity Engineer with diverse experience across Healthcare, Banking, Public, and Telecom sectors, cross-functional project guidance and stakeholder support, security architecture strategy, application security, predictive analytics, and enterprise risk management. Adept at designing and implementing scalable solutions, driving automation, and delivering quantifiable value and innovation.

Results - driven Cybersecurity Engineer with diverse experience across Healthcare, Banking, Public, and Telecom sectors, cross-functional project guidance and stakeholder support, security architecture strategy, application security, predictive analy... Show more

Is your business working for you, or are you working for it? I partner with values-driven entrepreneurs to build sustainable, well-oiled, joy-filled ventures that truly serve everyone involved. With expertise in BizOps, practical and holistic FP&A (from financial projections to the human power behind them), and intuitive leadership development, I help untangle the complexities of growth.

Together, we'll build clear processes that simplify daily operations, optimize all forms of capital (yes, even sleep!), and cultivate people-first strategies that free up time, energy, and mental bandwidth. Because your work should support your life, not consume it. Based in Durango, Colorado, I believe that when business thrives, humans thrive too.

Is your business working for you, or are you working for it? I partner with values-driven entrepreneurs to build sustainable, well-oiled, joy-filled ventures that truly serve everyone involved. With expertise in BizOps, practical and holistic FP&A (f... Show more

Tetiana is a Senior UX Designer at BIMcollab in the Netherlands. Starting her career as an engineer, she developed a passion for user-centric and accessible design, together with an interest for technology and innovation. Her work emphasizes ethical design and sustainability, creating products that make a positive impact.

She also shares her UX expertise through conference talks and LinkedIn Learning courses on various UX topics, reaching over 35,000 students worldwide.

Tetiana is a Senior UX Designer at BIMcollab in the Netherlands. Starting her career as an engineer, she developed a passion for user-centric and accessible design, together with an interest for technology and innovation. Her work emphasizes ethical ... Show more

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Doutora em Ciência da Informação pela Universidade Federal da Paraíba, Mestra em Ciência da Informação pela Universidade Federal da Paraíba. Especialista em Desenvolvimento e Meio Ambiente pelo Centro Universitário de João Pessoa. Graduada em Licenciatura Plena em Pedagogia pela Universidade Estadual da Paraíba. Professora do Curso de Biblioteconomia da Universidade Federal de Alagoas. Atua nos campos da Ciência da Informação, com ênfase em Gestão, Tecnologia da Informação, Inteligência Artificial e Gênero.

Doutora em Ciência da Informação pela Universidade Federal da Paraíba, Mestra em Ciência da Informação pela Universidade Federal da Paraíba. Especialista em Desenvolvimento e Meio Ambiente pelo Centro Universitário de João Pessoa. Graduada em Licenci... Show more

Rebecca Grier, Ph.D. is a behavioural scientist with 20 years experience in product development across various business sectors. Most recently she was the lead for Customer-Driven: EMEA at Microsoft, with the goal to change product making culture to be more customer obsessed. Previously she moved Ford to consider people with disabilities in the design of their autonomous vehicles and the US DoD to include user experience in testing of systems. She currently lives in Dublin with her husband and son.

Rebecca Grier, Ph.D. is a behavioural scientist with 20 years experience in product development across various business sectors. Most recently she was the lead for Customer-Driven: EMEA at Microsoft, with the goal to change product making culture to ... Show more

Manuela Raidl is an Agile Master and Agile Coach in the automotive industries with a background in software testing. Holding a Bachelor's degree in technical mathematics she is currently working on her Master thesis.

Her journey into agile leadership began unexpectedly, when she was offered the role of a Scrum Master. Through embracing this opportunity and navigating various challenges during the past four years, Manuela has emerged as a respected and well-known figure in the agile community at Bosch and made her first appearance as speaker at the Agile Tour Vienna 2024.

Manuela Raidl is an Agile Master and Agile Coach in the automotive industries with a background in software testing. Holding a Bachelor's degree in technical mathematics she is currently working on her Master thesis. Her journey into agile leader... Show more

For over 20 years, Alena has built technical solutions that inform decisions and solve problems across diverse industries. She enjoys both the creativity of programming and the thrill of solving a puzzle. As a leader in the community, a technical trainer, and a mom, she is passionate about providing the tools and mindset required for everyone to learn and succeed.

For over 20 years, Alena has built technical solutions that inform decisions and solve problems across diverse industries. She enjoys both the creativity of programming and the thrill of solving a puzzle. As a leader in the community, a technical tra... Show more

I am passionate about people and how design can enable transformation in organizations. I support innovation projects, digital product design, and service design.

My goal is to assist projects that impact people's daily lives. I have a strong interest in health-related topics, especially those involving patient experience and the organizational transformation of hospitals, as well as subjects related to public innovation and their impact on citizens' everyday lives.

I am passionate about people and how design can enable transformation in organizations. I support innovation projects, digital product design, and service design. My goal is to assist projects that impact people's daily lives. I have a strong inte... Show more

With my two core strengths - I'm a psychologist and a full-stack developer - I have a keen eye for both technical aspects and team dynamics. In startups or large-scale projects, my contribution extends beyond code — I’m dedicated to accompanying organizations through their digital and cultural transformations.
Passionate about DX and designing solutions that empower users and adapt to diverse environments.

With my two core strengths - I'm a psychologist and a full-stack developer - I have a keen eye for both technical aspects and team dynamics. In startups or large-scale projects, my contribution extends beyond code — I’m dedicated to accompanying orga... Show more

Kevin has been wrangling data and dodging dirty reads for over 15 years — back when SQL Server 6.5 was considered "modern" and query tuning meant praying to the optimizer gods.

His journey began as an "Accidental DBA" — one misfired report and suddenly he was deep in sys.objects, pretending sp_who2 was an actual plan. Since then, he's played nearly every role in the SQL Server ecosystem: SQL Developer, BI Associate, Production DBA, and now a Data Architect with a mission.

These days, Kevin spends his time normalizing chaos, denormalizing silos, and preaching the gospel of clean, well-modeled data. He’s been known to pivot on the fly, avoid Cartesian relationships, and bring deadlocks back to life — all while gently reminding teams that SELECT * is a cry for help.

If it involves data, Kevin's in — tuning queries, architecting solutions, or just nerding out about why surrogate keys are misunderstood. He’s not just passionate about data — he’s got a clustered index on it.

Kevin has been wrangling data and dodging dirty reads for over 15 years — back when SQL Server 6.5 was considered "modern" and query tuning meant praying to the optimizer gods. His journey began as an "Accidental DBA" — one misfired report and sud... Show more

I am an undergraduate student of Software Engineering in Nanjing University. I am supervised by Prof. Yang Feng at SSCT-Lab. My research interests lie in the Programming Language and Software Engineering.

I’ll be joining Chinese University of Hong Kong (CUHK) as a Ph.D. student in 2025 Fall, under the supervision of Prof. Shaohua Li.

I am an undergraduate student of Software Engineering in Nanjing University. I am supervised by Prof. Yang Feng at SSCT-Lab. My research interests lie in the Programming Language and Software Engineering. I’ll be joining Chinese University of Hon... Show more

I'm the CTO and co-founder of Helio.AI, an AI agent platform transforming how recruiters work—trusted by 300+ international brands across 6 countries and backed by 500 Global. I have more than 6 years of experience in AI, combining new research ideas with useful tools for real businesses.

Alongside building AI products at scale, I serve as an AI researcher at GAIN, an EU-funded consortium between GTU, INRIA, and DFKI, where I explore topics like emotion recognition from EEG signals and face video. During the research I have published several articles in prestigious journals, held workshop on ACII 2024 and many more.

I'm honored to be a Forbes 30 Under 30 honoree and a speaker at global conferences including ICLR, DataFest, the Forbes Women Conference, and more - where I share insights on real-world AI adoption, generative AI workflows, and the evolution of autonomous systems.

In addition to my work in startups and research, I have strong experience in education. I teach AI to university students at Georgian Technical University, run training programs for business teams, and lead public lectures and workshops to help people understand and use AI in their daily work.

My current work focuses on AI agents, human-in-the-loop decision-making, and making generative AI usable and safe for enterprise environments.

I'm the CTO and co-founder of Helio.AI, an AI agent platform transforming how recruiters work—trusted by 300+ international brands across 6 countries and backed by 500 Global. I have more than 6 years of experience in AI, combining new research ideas... Show more

He is an expert in data-driven marketing and customer insights with over 20 years of experience using data to optimize marketing and sales strategies. His focus is on helping companies ask the right questions and turn data into real competitive advantages—moving beyond mere performance metrics to well-founded strategic decisions.

He has built marketing teams in 42 countries, developed the CRM strategy for a leading automotive aftermarket player in the EU, and scaled digital business models for SMEs based on data. His approach combines marketing, data analytics, and strategy to enable data-informed decisions that drive both short-term efficiency and long-term effectiveness.

With his own MATCH framework, he emphasizes a holistic approach to marketing analytics. Rather than relying on isolated metrics or platforms, he integrates multiple analytical methods to precisely understand the impact of marketing initiatives. Finding the right balance between attribution, marketing mix modeling, lift analyses, qualitative insights, and message analytics is, in his view, the key to making sound decisions.

As a speaker and host of the dataengage.io podcast, he shares hands-on experience to make data-driven marketing strategies tangible. His goal is to help organizations generate real value from their data—without getting lost in isolated figures or short-term KPIs.

He is an expert in data-driven marketing and customer insights with over 20 years of experience using data to optimize marketing and sales strategies. His focus is on helping companies ask the right questions and turn data into real competitive advan... Show more

Jabe Bloom has been transforming and researching the organizational dynamics and interactions of management, design, development, and operational excellence for over 20 years as an executive, academic and consultant.

Jabe Bloom has been transforming and researching the organizational dynamics and interactions of management, design, development, and operational excellence for over 20 years as an executive, academic and consultant. Show more

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Who is Benoît?
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With 9 years' experience managing complex collaborative projects, including 3 as PO, I know that any project can turn into a Tower of Babel...
I also know that I don't know anything, even though I can forget this fact from time to time :)

So let's hear each other out, let's communicate and together we just might end up creating a cool product!

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Has he ever given any talk?
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Yes, I gave a talk at the Agile tour in Lyon and did a Linkedin Live show in 2024.

¤¤¤¤¤¤¤¤¤¤¤¤¤¤¤¤¤ Who is Benoît? ¤¤¤¤¤¤¤¤¤¤¤¤¤¤¤¤¤ With 9 years' experience managing complex collaborative projects, including 3 as PO, I know that any project can turn into a Tower of Babel... I also know that I don't know anything, even thou... Show more

Uri Kaufman is the CEO of Harmony Group, a commercial real estate investment and development firm based in Albany, New York. He founded Harmony Group to align his passion for historic preservation with a mission to bring renewed purpose to overlooked communities. His work focuses on transforming aging industrial structures into residential spaces that preserve their original architectural significance while fostering lasting neighborhood revitalization.

Working alongside Uri's business partner, Ira Schwartz, he has built a strong reputation for identifying undervalued properties, transforming distressed assets, and successfully executing complex development projects nationwide. Their combined efforts reflect a thoughtful and practical approach to redevelopment that balances preservation, functionality, and long-term value.

Kaufman began his career as an attorney in Long Island after earning his law degree with honors from New York University School of Law in 1989. After being dismissed from a legal position, he shifted his focus to real estate. He saw a great opportunity in Upstate New York, where many historic buildings were underutilized but ideal for adaptive reuse. His vision involved preserving architectural elements while creating modern residential lofts.

This idea led to the formation of the Harmony Group. Since then, Kaufman has led the firm in restoring and repurposing historic buildings, adding contemporary amenities while maintaining character and historical context. His work has earned state and national awards for its impact and quality. He is recognized for his ability to coordinate with stakeholders, secure historic tax credits, and ensure union labor is part of each project. His developments are often delivered on schedule and in full compliance with regulatory requirements.

In addition to his work in real estate, Kaufman is also an author. In April 2025, he published American Intifada: Israel, the Gaza War and the New Antisemitism, which explores shifting political attitudes toward Israel. In 2023, he released Eighteen Days in October: The Yom Kippur War and How It Created the Modern Middle East. The book is the culmination of over two decades of research, which included visits to battlefields, interviews with veterans, and an extensive study of declassified materials. He worked with researchers to translate documents from Hebrew, Arabic, Russian, and German. The book received positive reviews from major publications and public figures.

His writing has also appeared in Foreign Affairs, Newsweek, The Jerusalem Post, and The Independent. Kaufman completed his undergraduate studies at Queens College (CUNY), attending classes at night while working. He currently resides in Lawrence, Nassau County, Long Island, with his family. In his free time, he enjoys biking, playing hockey, and reading.

Uri Kaufman remains committed to historic preservation, community revitalization, and the continued pursuit of thoughtful research through his work in real estate and writing.

Uri Kaufman is the CEO of Harmony Group, a commercial real estate investment and development firm based in Albany, New York. He founded Harmony Group to align his passion for historic preservation with a mission to bring renewed purpose to overlooked... Show more

Depuis plus de 15 ans, je valorise les forces humaines pour transformer les défis en leviers d’innovation. Expert certifié en coaching d’entreprise (ICP-ENT), facilitation (ICP-ATF) et Approche Appréciative (IFAI), j'accompagne les organisations vers des dynamiques agiles, collaboratives et résilientes.

Grâce à une approche centrée sur l’humain et l’intelligence collective, je conçois des solutions sur mesure qui libèrent le potentiel des organisations, des équipes et favorisent un impact durable. Visionnaire et inspirant, j'aide les entreprises à bâtir un avenir aligné sur leurs histoires, leurs valeurs et leurs ambitions.

Je suis certifié Facilitateur, Coach d'Organisation et d'Entreprise par ICAgile et Praticien en Appreciative Inquiry par l'IFAI, berceau de la démarche AI en France.

Depuis plus de 15 ans, je valorise les forces humaines pour transformer les défis en leviers d’innovation. Expert certifié en coaching d’entreprise (ICP-ENT), facilitation (ICP-ATF) et Approche Appréciative (IFAI), j'accompagne les organisations vers... Show more

Born and grown up in Switzerland. After a 4-year apprenticeship as an electronic technician and a bachelor of science in electrical engineering, working full-time as a scientific assistant at the institute of embedded systems of the Zurich University of Applied Sciences.

Born and grown up in Switzerland. After a 4-year apprenticeship as an electronic technician and a bachelor of science in electrical engineering, working full-time as a scientific assistant at the institute of embedded systems of the Zurich University... Show more

I am part of Avanade Change Enablement team in Avanade Italy manly focused on Change Management and Digital Strategy projects.

As an expert in Innovation and Generative AI, I am passionate about driving transformative solutions that empower businesses and individuals to achieve more. My work focuses on exploring and leveraging the potential of cutting-edge technologies, with a particular emphasis on Microsoft Copilot and its integration into real-world applications.

I thrive at the intersection of technology and strategy, continually seeking ways to harness AI advancements to solve complex challenges and deliver measurable impact.

I am part of Avanade Change Enablement team in Avanade Italy manly focused on Change Management and Digital Strategy projects. As an expert in Innovation and Generative AI, I am passionate about driving transformative solutions that empower busin... Show more

Consultant Manager ⏵ With empathy & awareness, I empower IT pros to hone their top growth mindsets and achieve their next level of impact & career advancement.

Consultant Manager ⏵ With empathy & awareness, I empower IT pros to hone their top growth mindsets and achieve their next level of impact & career advancement. Show more

Senior Business-Systems Analyst & Product Owner. In love with IT. Fascinated by the process of coding. Speaker at international conferences. I truly believe that communication matters.
When I'm not at work, you can find me at IT conferences, meetup’s, volunteering somewhere, or spot me when enjoying nature in the middle of mountains or forests.
I'm usually the one, who will challenge your idea to make it bulletproof!

Senior Business-Systems Analyst & Product Owner. In love with IT. Fascinated by the process of coding. Speaker at international conferences. I truly believe that communication matters. When I'm not at work, you can find me at IT conferences, meetup... Show more

Andrea Civile is a Ph.D. candidate in Linguistics and Language Teaching at the University for Foreigners of Perugia. His research focuses on pragmatic competence and cultural shock in the teaching of Italian as a foreign language, with a cross-cultural approach involving data collection in Brazil and Japan. He is a member of the Grupo de Pesquisa "Pragmática (inter)linguística, cross-cultural e intercultural" at the University of São Paulo and participates in the Online Courses in Italian Language and Culture research group at the University for Foreigners of Perugia. Andrea has extensive experience in Italian language education, having taught at institutions such as the Italian Cultural Institute of Tokyo and the University of Tokyo. He currently serves as a Language Expert at the University for Foreigners of Perugia.

Andrea Civile is a Ph.D. candidate in Linguistics and Language Teaching at the University for Foreigners of Perugia. His research focuses on pragmatic competence and cultural shock in the teaching of Italian as a foreign language, with a cross-cultur... Show more

Mi nombre es Arnulfo. Me encanta compartir mis experiencias personales y profesionales en conferencias y reuniones donde trato de ayudar e inspirar a otros a lograr sus metas. Colaborador de comunidades open source locales e internacionales, creo puentes entre proyectos y personas para potenciar el software libre.

Mi nombre es Arnulfo. Me encanta compartir mis experiencias personales y profesionales en conferencias y reuniones donde trato de ayudar e inspirar a otros a lograr sus metas. Colaborador de comunidades open source locales e internacionales, creo pue... Show more