Renee Hamilton is a lecturer at Nagoya University of the Arts working at the intersection of AI, visual culture, and identity. Her work explores how artificial intelligence can be used as a creative and symbolic medium to examine race, perception, and digital identity.

Through her visual project “Lady Gorilla,” Hamilton experiments with AI-generated imagery to study audience reactions, symbolism, and the psychology of online engagement. She also incorporates these visuals into lectures to explore how emerging technologies influence cultural narratives and representation.

Her work sits between art, technology, and academic inquiry, examining how AI reshapes the way we construct and interpret identity in the digital era.

Renee Hamilton is a lecturer at Nagoya University of the Arts working at the intersection of AI, visual culture, and identity. Her work explores how artificial intelligence can be used as a creative and symbolic medium to examine race, perception, an... Show more

Ewa Tamar is a multidisciplinary researcher, curator, and builder leading experiential spaces for leadership, creativity, and community in an increasingly automated world. Following a decade in tech leadership, she pivoted to PhD research at GCAS to investigate the existential and somatic impacts of the automation transition.

Her work is anchored in three pillars:

• Reclaiming Authentic Intelligence: finding clarity and agency beyond algorithmic logic.
• Somatic Sovereignty: recognizing the body as a site of resistance against the nervous system activation of the ever-present logic of optimization.
• Imagining Alternatives: Creating ways of working and relating rooted in relational intelligence and care.

In addition to research and teaching, Ewa is currently establishing a multidisciplinary eco-cultural residency on her great-grandfather’s ancestral land in Masovia, Poland.

Ewa Tamar is a multidisciplinary researcher, curator, and builder leading experiential spaces for leadership, creativity, and community in an increasingly automated world. Following a decade in tech leadership, she pivoted to PhD research at GCAS to ... Show more

I am building the operating system for the Neighborhood Economy. I started my entrepreneurial journey 10 years ago in Silicon Valley, turning from a retail exec to a founder at 39.

My work sits at the intersection of economics, humanity, and community through Genesis Block, Newkirklytics, the Neighborhood Economy Index, and Newkirk Enterprises. I’m not talking about hypothetical frameworks or abstract policy theory. I’m designing and deploying real systems that make local economic activity visible, measurable, and investable, especially the micro-entrepreneurs, creators, informal workers, and neighborhood-level producers who have always powered our communities but rarely show up in the data.

I believe the future of prosperity isn’t top-down theories based on outdated economic models but rooted in local ownership, inclusive entrepreneurship, and circular capital systems that keep value circulating where people live. My work turns that belief into infrastructure. The Neighborhood Economy Index and our sector tools quantify what has long been unseen: the economic power of microbusinesses, shared kitchens, creatives, disabled entrepreneurs, local manufacturing ecosystems, and underserved communities across the U.S., the Caribbean, Latin America, and Africa.

As a speaker, I bring together data, story, spirit, and strategy. I’ve lived this work for years, building entrepreneurial ecosystems, supporting founders who’ve been overlooked, creating pathways to upward mobility, and designing new economic systems that honor dignity and human possibility. My goal on every stage is simple: help leaders see the Neighborhood Economy differently, not as charity work or an “equity initiative,” but as a powerful engine of growth, resilience, and wealth creation that deserves real investment and serious strategy. It’s actually market inefficiency that needs to be corrected.

I’m here to shift the conversation from wealth extraction to community circulation, from scarcity to abundance, from invisibility to proof, from disconnected programs to systems that actually work. And I’m building alongside institutions, cities, universities, DFIs, foundations, and community leaders who believe, as I do, that the people closest to the problem are also closest to the solution; they need better tools, better data, and better support.

That is the work. That is the calling. And that is the Neighborhood Economy.

I am building the operating system for the Neighborhood Economy. I started my entrepreneurial journey 10 years ago in Silicon Valley, turning from a retail exec to a founder at 39. My work sits at the intersection of economics, humanity, and comm... Show more

I hold a PhD in Linguistics (Univ. Padova), and I am currently an Assist. Prof. of Italian in the University of Rijeka (Croatia, EU). I have previously held research and teaching appointments in the universities of Pula/Pola (Croatia) and Klagenfurt (Austria, EU). In Fall 2024 I was a Visiting Scholar in the Department of Italian, Columbia University, and in Spring 2025 a Fellow of the Italian Academy at Columbia University.

I hold a PhD in Linguistics (Univ. Padova), and I am currently an Assist. Prof. of Italian in the University of Rijeka (Croatia, EU). I have previously held research and teaching appointments in the universities of Pula/Pola (Croatia) and Klagenfurt ... Show more

Mohamed Laghdaf is a 22-years old certified software engineer from BlueCrest College, where he obtained a diploma in software engineering. He also holds a diploma with distinction in Peace and Conflict Studies and a BSc (Hons) in Peace and Conflict Studies from the University of Sierra Leone. Currently, he is in the final stage of pursuing an LL.B alongside an LL.M (Master of Laws) simultaneously, with a particular interest in technology law.

Professionally, Mohamed Laghdaf is an academia, aspiring to become a global expert in AI accountability and liability frameworks. In 2024, he serves as the director of the FALAS Human Rights Student Wing at the Republic of Sierra Leone. In October 2025, he serves as a keynote speaker in Liberia and has also been invited to Kigali for a subsequent session in October 2026. Additionally, he is the president of the Njala Association of Law Mooters. He is fluent in English and Arabic and a beginner in Spanish.

Mohamed's professional memberships include being a Rotarian at the Rotary Club of Freetown Peninsula, a young student member at the International Council for Commercial Arbitration (England), and an honorary member of the Honours Society (USA).

His currently trying to obtain a license from the Chartered Institute of Professional Security Studies in AI governance and risk management. He is also a PhD applicant at the University of Canberra, Australia, focusing his research on "Assessing the Concept of Legal Personhood in the Age of Artificial Intelligence."

In summary, Mohamed Laghdaf is an emerging international legal scholar dedicated to integrate law, technology, and conflict resolution, with the aim of promoting a better global policy framework.

Mohamed Laghdaf is a 22-years old certified software engineer from BlueCrest College, where he obtained a diploma in software engineering. He also holds a diploma with distinction in Peace and Conflict Studies and a BSc (Hons) in Peace and Conflict S... Show more

Giselle Fuerte, M.A. is a Forensic AI Researcher, Learning Architect, and the founder of Being Human With AI (BHWAI). With over 20 years of experience designing high-stakes training systems for global organizations like Microsoft, Atlassian, and Paychex, she specializes in the intersection of algorithmic risk and human psychological safety.

Giselle is the creator of the Problem AI Use Severity Index (PAUSI), a first-of-its-kind clinical screening tool used to measure AI dependency and relational harm. Her pioneering research into the "Taxonomy of Algorithmic Coercion" maps more than 50 specific model behaviors—such as sycophancy and "love bombing"—to technical failure modes.

A recognized industry speaker, she has advised audiences at the American Psychological Association (APA) and the SHIELD Global Online Safety Conference on moving from "user error" narratives to product liability in AI safety. Her work has been featured by the BBC and Bloomberg, and her interactive curriculum, "The Spiral: AI Safety Investigation," is a featured partner of Code.org’s Hour of AI.

Giselle Fuerte, M.A. is a Forensic AI Researcher, Learning Architect, and the founder of Being Human With AI (BHWAI). With over 20 years of experience designing high-stakes training systems for global organizations like Microsoft, Atlassian, and Payc... Show more

Rebecca P. Murray energizes audiences through the power of voice. As the founder of Showcase Your Shine, she blends theater, the social science of language, and applied behavior science to help professionals speak with purpose, presence, and vocal influence. Her sessions are engaging, high-energy, and unforgettable—equipping people to connect, influence, and confidently own the room.

She’s passionate about strengthening team dynamics by sharpening the skills that matter most: listening, presenting, and facilitating meaningful conversations. Based in the Pacific Northwest, Rebecca is the President of the National Speakers Association Northwest, serving the professional speaking community across Washington State. She is also a leading advocate for Voice Equity, using it as a form of applied intelligence to guide conversations so participation is intentional, balanced, and inclusive.

Rebecca’s fascination with voice began early, singing before she could speak and absorbing the magic of vinyl records on her own player. That passion evolved into a professional journey recording, directing, and producing hundreds of audio works—from audiobooks and TV commercials to podcasts and live-streamed events. As a vocal expert, audiophile, and audio-mastering enthusiast, Rebecca now helps clients find their authentic voice and expand their influence—ensuring voices that are often overlooked are heard, respected, and remembered.

Rebecca P. Murray energizes audiences through the power of voice. As the founder of Showcase Your Shine, she blends theater, the social science of language, and applied behavior science to help professionals speak with purpose, presence, and vocal in... Show more

Aaron Garth is CEO of Ultimate Youth Worker, a Melbourne-based social enterprise providing professional supervision, training and consulting to the Australian youth and community sector. He has worked in youth work since 2002 and founded Ultimate Youth Worker in 2012 to professionalise the sector through better training, structured supervision and clearer career pathways.

His work centres on supervision as a genuine space for critical reflection rather than administrative compliance, and on building the workforce capability frameworks that let organisations retain and develop frontline staff. He has designed and delivered accredited training across strengths-based youth work, AOD and dual diagnosis practice, and youth justice contexts, and consults to organisations on psychosocial risk, workforce structure and practice standards.

Aaron is also a PhD candidate at RMIT University researching fathering through a New Materialist theoretical lens, and speaks on the intersection of relational practice, professional identity and sector reform.

Aaron Garth is CEO of Ultimate Youth Worker, a Melbourne-based social enterprise providing professional supervision, training and consulting to the Australian youth and community sector. He has worked in youth work since 2002 and founded Ultimate You... Show more

Juliane Rettschlag is a philosopher and social scientist, who works on topics such as collaborative research, ethics education, sustainable transformation and methods for responsible technology design.
She is a research associate at BTU Cottbus-Senftenberg and a PhD candidate at the Berlin Ethics Lab at TU Berlin. Also being a founding member of the Berlin Ethics Lab, she coordinated and conceptualized the Berlin Ethics Certificate, which is offered as part of the Berlin University Alliance and the ENHANCE program of the European Universities of Technology Alliance.

Juliane Rettschlag is a philosopher and social scientist, who works on topics such as collaborative research, ethics education, sustainable transformation and methods for responsible technology design. She is a research associate at BTU Cottbus-Senf... Show more

Master Coach Profeaional, AACOP - FICOP
3 décadas en Transformación Humana.
26 años en el coaching profesional.
Formador de Coaches Profesionales.
Consultor & Disertante Internacional.
Comisión Directiva AACOP (2006 - 2014).
Facilitador en Negociación Ontológica.
Coach Municipalidad Maipú, Mendoza.
Autor de: “Coaching Ontológico, humanizando la educación” y “Coaching Integral del Siendo”.
Pionero en América en Coaching Deportivo.
Coach Selección Argentina de Softbol Sub20, Bicampeona mundial 2012 - 2014.
Coach Ministerio de Salud, Desarrollo Social y Deportes de Mendoza.
Coach Tesorería General, San Juan.
Coach en decenas de Empresas Fortune 500.
Coach en Vistage, ADEN, UIE, USFQ, GTRH, GM Advisors.
Más de 250.000 personas han participado de mis cursos de capacitación y programas de formación en las últimas 3 décadas en Iberoamérica.

Más de 250.000 personas han participado de mis cursos de capacitación y programas de formación en las últimas 3 décadas en Iberoamérica.

Master Coach Profeaional, AACOP - FICOP 3 décadas en Transformación Humana. 26 años en el coaching profesional. Formador de Coaches Profesionales. Consultor & Disertante Internacional. Comisión Directiva AACOP (2006 - 2014). Facilitador en Neg... Show more

Lindsay Ellis Lee, Ph.D., is an educational psychologist, researcher, educator, and consultant specializing in gifted education, neurodiversity, creativity, and educational technology. She serves as a faculty member at Elmbridge University and is the Founder and Director of Advanced Learning Research & Consulting, LLC. Dr. Lee's work explores the intersection of gifted education, neurodiversity, creativity, and human-centered technology integration, with a focus on expanding access, opportunity, and talent development through strengths-based learning design. She has published research in leading gifted education and creativity journals, serves as Chair-Elect of the National Association for Gifted Children's Research & Evaluation Network, and collaborates with schools, universities, and educational organizations on research, program evaluation, and professional learning initiatives.

Lindsay Ellis Lee, Ph.D., is an educational psychologist, researcher, educator, and consultant specializing in gifted education, neurodiversity, creativity, and educational technology. She serves as a faculty member at Elmbridge University and is the... Show more

Dr. Patrick Smyth is Staff Developer Relations Engineer at Chainguard, where he shows developers how to deploy AI and other applications with 0 CVEs using Chainguard Images. Patrick has a PhD in the digital humanities and in a previous life led technical bootcamps for researchers at Columbia University. In his free time you can find Patrick swimming in a frozen lake or hanging out with his six-month-old baby.

Dr. Patrick Smyth is Staff Developer Relations Engineer at Chainguard, where he shows developers how to deploy AI and other applications with 0 CVEs using Chainguard Images. Patrick has a PhD in the digital humanities and in a previous life led tech... Show more

I am a researcher and entrepreneur with a focus on memory systems, cultural evolution and rhetoric.

I am a researcher and entrepreneur with a focus on memory systems, cultural evolution and rhetoric. Show more

Assoc. Prof. Dr. Ivan Balykin, LL.M. has expertise in Ukrainian culture, politics, history, and law.
He works as a Wissenschaftlicher Mitarbeiter at the Chair of Contemporary History at the Universität Mannheim. Where he teaches the seminar “Ukraine Today & Yesterday Culture, Politics, History”, and exercises “Modern History of Ukraine. The Path of Eurointegration” (immersive with the usage of VR glasses) and “Politics of Memory: Evolution of Ukrainian History Education”.
Dr. Balykin promotes an interdisciplinary approach in science and education.
He is an enthusiast of implementing new immersive, digital, media technologies in higher school teaching.
Ivan Balykin is the co-founder of the biggest Ukrainian community of educators of higher school NGO “Progresylni”.

Assoc. Prof. Dr. Ivan Balykin, LL.M. has expertise in Ukrainian culture, politics, history, and law. He works as a Wissenschaftlicher Mitarbeiter at the Chair of Contemporary History at the Universität Mannheim. Where he teaches the seminar “Ukraine... Show more

Rev. Dr. Majadi Baruti is an Earth Chaplain, poet, and theologian whose work bridges eco-spirituality, African cosmology, and the Musical and Poetic radical traditions of the African Diaspora. As founder and priest of Udja Temple, he has guided communities for over two decades in reclaiming ancestral wisdom, ecological balance, and the sacred presence of the Divine African Feminine.
His voice unites spiritual ecology with the rhythms of resistance found in Black music, ritual, and art. A dynamic and deeply grounded public speaker, Dr. Baruti delivers transformative keynotes, lectures, and workshops that inspire faith leaders, students, and activists to embody spirituality as both ecological practice and political liberation. His oratory carries the soul of a bluesman, the insight of a theologian, and the urgency of a justice worker.

Rev. Dr. Majadi Baruti is an Earth Chaplain, poet, and theologian whose work bridges eco-spirituality, African cosmology, and the Musical and Poetic radical traditions of the African Diaspora. As founder and priest of Udja Temple, he has guided commu... Show more

Graham Wilson is the Director of Cultural Policy Research, also known as RCCIL. His work focuses on exploring the transformative power of creativity and innovation within cultural industries.

Graham Wilson is the Director of Cultural Policy Research, also known as RCCIL. His work focuses on exploring the transformative power of creativity and innovation within cultural industries. Show more

Dr. Catherine Ma is an accomplished and influential figure in psychology and academia. Her role as the first Chinese full professor of psychology at Kingsborough Community College is a testament to her accomplishments, and she acknowledges the invaluable support of her loving husband, three children, parents, mother-in-law, and pug in her success. Dr. Ma is a highly accomplished and dedicated professor whose work encompasses a wide range of essential topics such as antiracism pedagogy, Chinese immigrant experiences, and the impact of race and class in various settings. Her commitment to education and community involvement shines through in her significant contributions to teaching, scholarship, and service, particularly in areas related to antiracism pedagogy, Chinese immigrant experiences, and the impact of Chinese mothers. Dr. Ma's dedication to supporting students is exemplified in her decade-long mentorship of students of color, her ongoing mentoring of junior faculty at Kingsborough’s HURFS-RC (Historically Underrepresented Faculty and Staff Resource Center), and the creation of the Yuet Chun & Tai Yee Ma Memorial Endowment Fund which offers an annual scholarship to a hardworking Kingsborough student in perpetuity.

Her newest venture addresses the lack of mentorship among AAPI faculty and staff. Dr. Ma cofounded AAMPOWER (Asian American Mentorship Providing Opportunities to Women for Empowerment and Resilience) CUNY with her distinguished colleagues Dr. Trang Le-Chan, Dr. Payal Doctor, and Dean Sandie Han. This role in this organization highlights her commitment to fostering mentorship, empowerment, and resilience among Asian women in higher education. By creating a supportive community for sharing experiences and addressing critical issues, AAMPOWER CUNY represents a significant endeavor in championing diversity, inclusion, and support for future generations of Asian women at CUNY. Dr. Ma's collaborative efforts in establishing this initiative reflect her dedication to advocacy and empowerment within the academic community.

Dr. Ma's impressive achievements are reflected in her receipt of several prestigious awards, including Kingsborough's Fostering Teaching Excellence and Excellence in Scholarship and Creative Works Awards, and her dedication to teaching and mentoring excellence in the academic community was recognized with the SPSSI Two-Year College Teaching and Mentoring Excellence Award in 2022. Dr. Ma's numerous awards and accolades speak to the quality and impact of her work. Her passion for empowering others and addressing systemic injustices makes her a valuable asset in academia and beyond.

Dr. Catherine Ma is an accomplished and influential figure in psychology and academia. Her role as the first Chinese full professor of psychology at Kingsborough Community College is a testament to her accomplishments, and she acknowledges the invalu... Show more

Chief of Staff at the startup Fabriq, my expertise lies in management, structure, and work organization.
I host the podcast Zéro Virgule, which gives a voice to researchers in social sciences.

Chief of Staff at the startup Fabriq, my expertise lies in management, structure, and work organization. I host the podcast Zéro Virgule, which gives a voice to researchers in social sciences. Show more

Steve is a frequent and engaging keynoter, speaker, and trainer at over 150 events across North America, speaking to diverse audiences including families and individuals, business leaders, healthcare professionals, and the United States Military. Steve is passionate about the human sciences and wellbeing. He is currently writing a book. Having spent over 20 years as a passionate technologist, he also speaks about cognitive accessibility.

Steve is a frequent and engaging keynoter, speaker, and trainer at over 150 events across North America, speaking to diverse audiences including families and individuals, business leaders, healthcare professionals, and the United States Military. Ste... Show more

Studium der Psychologie mit Nebenfach Erziehungswissenschaft in Kiel, Lund (Schweden) und Freiburg i. Brsg.
Post doc an der ETH Zürich (Schweiz) und an der Universität Freiburg
seit 2009 Juniorprofessorin für Bildungspsychologie an der Universität Bielefeld
seit 2011 Professorin für Bildungspsychologie an der Universität Bielefeld

Studium der Psychologie mit Nebenfach Erziehungswissenschaft in Kiel, Lund (Schweden) und Freiburg i. Brsg. Post doc an der ETH Zürich (Schweiz) und an der Universität Freiburg seit 2009 Juniorprofessorin für Bildungspsychologie an der Universität ... Show more

I have an MA in cultural studies, but I work as a kindergarten teacher. Tolkien was/is my first love, and I haven't cared much for Marvel until I met my Thor.
I love reading, boardgames, quizzes, arts & crafts and karaoke (try me at your own peril) and have two beautiful children (I promise pics only on request).

I have an MA in cultural studies, but I work as a kindergarten teacher. Tolkien was/is my first love, and I haven't cared much for Marvel until I met my Thor. I love reading, boardgames, quizzes, arts & crafts and karaoke (try me at your own peril)... Show more

2021 - 2025: Studium der Psychologie (BSc.) an der Universität Potsdam
seit 2025: Studium klinische Psychologie/Psychotherapie (MSc.)

2022: Gründer des AStA-Referats für Barrierefreiheit an der Universität Potsdam
2023: Inklusionspreis der Universität Potsdam für das Projekt Barriere:frei:zeit erhalten
Seit 2024: Studentischer Mitarbeiter im "Team Barrierefrei" an der Universität Potsdam
seit 2025 Mitkoordinator der AG Chancengerechtigkeit der PsyFaKo

2021 - 2025: Studium der Psychologie (BSc.) an der Universität Potsdam seit 2025: Studium klinische Psychologie/Psychotherapie (MSc.) 2022: Gründer des AStA-Referats für Barrierefreiheit an der Universität Potsdam 2023: Inklusionspreis der Unive... Show more

Srebrenka Peregrin pripovijeda po knjižnicama, školama i vrtićima, na različitim kulturno-turističkim događanjima i SF&F konvencijama. Prevodi beletristku i piše kratke priče, od kojih je nekolicina nagrađena (metaFORA, Fairytalez, Sfera). Su-autorica je zbirki "Bajkarice", "Bajkari" i "Bajkarenje" te autorica romana o Frini, kurtizani u usponu.

Srebrenka Peregrin pripovijeda po knjižnicama, školama i vrtićima, na različitim kulturno-turističkim događanjima i SF&F konvencijama. Prevodi beletristku i piše kratke priče, od kojih je nekolicina nagrađena (metaFORA, Fairytalez, Sfera). Su-autoric... Show more

Giovanna "Gio" Paolinelli is a psychologist, human-centered AI strategist, and innovation consultant who helps organizations understand the people behind technology adoption.

Her career spans the evolution of modern knowledge work, from supporting customers during Evernote's rise as one of Silicon Valley's early unicorns to leading AI-enabled transformation initiatives across government, nonprofit, education, and commercial sectors. Drawing on expertise in psychology, design, facilitation, and emerging technology, Gio helps teams navigate change, improve decision-making, and build more human-centered approaches to innovation.

She speaks on AI adoption, digital transformation, behavioral science, knowledge work, and the future of human-AI collaboration.

Giovanna "Gio" Paolinelli is a psychologist, human-centered AI strategist, and innovation consultant who helps organizations understand the people behind technology adoption. Her career spans the evolution of modern knowledge work, from supporting... Show more

Nyla Numan is a doctoral candidate in the English Department at the University of Minnesota, Twin Cities. Her research focuses on how twenty-first century Asian American fiction experiments with historical representation to imagine alternative temporalities, futures, and inter- & intra-racial relationalities.

Nyla Numan is a doctoral candidate in the English Department at the University of Minnesota, Twin Cities. Her research focuses on how twenty-first century Asian American fiction experiments with historical representation to imagine alternative tempor... Show more

Aufgewachsen in einem mehrsprachigen Umfeld, interessiere ich mich besonders dafür, wie Sprachen erworben werden und wie sich das eigene Selbstbild in verschiedenen Sprachen verändert. Fachlich liegen meine Schwerpunkte auf Mehrsprachigkeit, kultursensibler Sprachbildung und kritischen Perspektiven auf Native-Speakerism.

Aufgewachsen in einem mehrsprachigen Umfeld, interessiere ich mich besonders dafür, wie Sprachen erworben werden und wie sich das eigene Selbstbild in verschiedenen Sprachen verändert. Fachlich liegen meine Schwerpunkte auf Mehrsprachigkeit, kulturse... Show more

Andrea Moysen ist in der Wissens- und Technologietransferabteilung der Ostfalia Hochschule für angewandte Wissenschaften die Schnittstelle zwischen Internationalisierung und dem Projekt „Transfer und Transformation“. Ein strategisches Ziel des Projekts besteht darin, Forschungsprojekte und die Entstehung von Wissen für verschiedene Zielgruppen zugänglich und erlebbar zu machen. Als zertifizierte interkulturelle Trainerin fördert sie die Zusammenarbeit zwischen Menschen mit vielfältigen kulturellen und beruflichen Hintergründen und schafft so wichtige Voraussetzungen für einen offenen und inklusiven Wissensaustausch. Ihr Masterabschluss in Interkultureller Wirtschaftskommunikation befähigt sie dazu, komplexe Inhalte zielgruppengerecht aufzubereiten und in unterschiedlichen Kontexten verständlich zu vermitteln. Derzeit erweitert sie ihr Profil durch ein Zweitstudium der Psychologie. Dadurch baut sie ihre Kompetenzen im Verständnis von menschlichem Verhalten, Motivation sowie Team- und Gruppendynamiken weiter aus. Dies ist ein entscheidender Beitrag, um Wissenstransfer wirksam, partizipativ und nachhaltig zu gestalten.

Andrea Moysen ist in der Wissens- und Technologietransferabteilung der Ostfalia Hochschule für angewandte Wissenschaften die Schnittstelle zwischen Internationalisierung und dem Projekt „Transfer und Transformation“. Ein strategisches Ziel des Proje... Show more

Dr. Sharmayne Jenkins is a speaker, educator, life coach, and founder of Reinvention Solutions Coaching and Training Company, where she helps individuals and organizations challenge limiting narratives, strengthen emotional intelligence, and create environments where people can thrive. With more than 30 years as a business owner, 15 years as a psychology lecturer, and a background that spans leadership development, positive psychology, coaching, and organizational culture, her work sits at the intersection of mindset, performance, identity, and human behavior.

Recognized by ForHarriet as one of the “Seven Life Coaches Every Black Woman Should Know,” Dr. Jenkins is known for delivering engaging, thought-provoking conversations that are both practical and deeply human. Her speaking topics range from personal reinvention, self-awareness, goal achievement, and mindset transformation to leadership, workplace culture, racial microaggressions, emotional wellness, and psychologically supportive environments.

Her academic research explores the lived experiences of Black non-tenure-track faculty navigating racial microaggressions in higher education, further informing her work around belonging, identity, leadership, and institutional culture. She has presented for educators, corporate teams, nonprofits, and leadership organizations on topics including implicit bias, culturally responsive practices, workplace wellbeing, and the hidden narratives that shape performance and decision-making.

Sharmayne is the author of Be Honest, Sis: The Clarity Conversations, Reckoning with the Narratives That Built You… and the Woman You’re Becoming; created to help women reconnect with themselves, challenge disempowering beliefs, and make more aligned life decisions. She is also the author of a guided journal for teens- Before You Begin: How to Go from Guessing About Your Future to Choosing It, which encourages young people to develop self-awareness, empowering thought patterns, and intentional goal-setting practices before making major life decisions.

Blending academic insight, lived experience, humor, and straight talk, Dr. Jenkins creates sessions that leave audiences thinking differently about themselves, their leadership, and the environments they help create.

Clients include NYPD, Wyckoff Hospital, Agency of Children's Services (ACS), NAF, East Orange School District, Queensborough Community College, Bronx Independent Living (BILS)

Dr. Sharmayne Jenkins is a speaker, educator, life coach, and founder of Reinvention Solutions Coaching and Training Company, where she helps individuals and organizations challenge limiting narratives, strengthen emotional intelligence, and create e... Show more

Olga Titova is an AI Product Manager specialising in human-AI interaction, responsible AI design, and enterprise AI adoption. She developed product content strategies for Replika and led product at Blush, generative AI companion apps. Blush was acquired by Linden Lab (creators of Second Life) in 2024. She developed the CARE Framework (Consent, Attachment, Reality, Ethics) — a practical methodology for ethical AI companion design, presented at the AI and Games Conference 2025 at Goldsmiths, University of London. At Wargaming, she architects AI infrastructure serving 2000+ employees across a global enterprise. She holds a background in cognitive science and applied psychology, which informs her approach to human-AI interaction design. Olga is a Contributing Reviewer for the All Tech Is Human 2026 AI Companions report, distributed to policymakers and tech leaders globally. She is a commissioned author for CRC Press (Taylor & Francis) on emotional AI and game design. She also authors educational content on generative AI for Yandex Practicum, the CIS region's leading EdTech platform.

Olga Titova is an AI Product Manager specialising in human-AI interaction, responsible AI design, and enterprise AI adoption. She developed product content strategies for Replika and led product at Blush, generative AI companion apps. Blush was acqui... Show more

Secondary school teacher (mathematics & physics), Ph.D. in mathematics (with specialization in the teaching of mathematics at the university level)

Research Interests: instructional design of mathematics courses, mathematical sophistication & enculturation, mathematical beliefs, fostering giftedness, future skills, AI & data literacy

Secondary school teacher (mathematics & physics), Ph.D. in mathematics (with specialization in the teaching of mathematics at the university level) Research Interests: instructional design of mathematics courses, mathematical sophistication & encu... Show more