Speaker, writer, and specialist in the psychology of bias and discrimination, Emily Wright is a Certified Life Coach who has aided in the establishment and growth of multiple small businesses, and figureheads their own business: It’ll be alwright®.

Emily offers customizable workshops and seminars, and individual and group coaching. Their signature sessions focus on mitigating bias and cultivating digital wellness, honing in on how algorithms and content impact our perspectives and emotions. Mental and emotional wellbeing is a key theme to all of Emily’s services as they recognise that we can combat negative repercussions of bias by improving clarity of headspace and thus decision-making. These levels of self-reflection are also key to the internal decolonization process, and It’ll be alwright® offers programs that facilitate the deconstruction of limiting beliefs and negative self-talk.

Emily has written multiple books, including 'Mind Bites', which presents simple techniques to reprogram the mind, and 'The 100 Days of Colour: Celebrating Frequetic Beauty', which explores the relationship between subconscious and algorithmic bias. The research behind ‘The 100 Days of Colour’ is crucial to the conversation of ethics, psychology, and technology. In this experiment Emily monitored the Spotify program to see how recommendations changed with input, and consequently discovered many layers to the interaction between algorithms and psychology which impact our everyday lives.

Emily offers unique insight on the intersection of Humanity and Technology, Psychology and Ethics, and how it relates to our evolution as a conscious species.

Speaker, writer, and specialist in the psychology of bias and discrimination, Emily Wright is a Certified Life Coach who has aided in the establishment and growth of multiple small businesses, and figureheads their own business: It’ll be alwright®. ... Show more

Benjamin is an Elixir and Functional Programming enthusiast, and the maintainer of Erlang's Apache Arrow implementation. Though not a core contributor, he also frequently contributes to the Nx and Livebook projects with the occasional contributions to Hexpm and Hex. Being a 16 year old high schooler, he does not have any professional programming experience but he tries to contribute to Opensource whenever time permits.

In his free time he likes to read Non Fiction and Fantasy, listen to 70s and 80s music (and additionally grumble about how nobody at school shares his taste in music) and crack terrible jokes. Beware. He's bit of a Linux and Emacs zealot.

Benjamin is an Elixir and Functional Programming enthusiast, and the maintainer of Erlang's Apache Arrow implementation. Though not a core contributor, he also frequently contributes to the Nx and Livebook projects with the occasional contributions t... Show more

Andrea Parker helps leaders and teams use fun as a strategic advantage to transform high-pressure environments into cultures where engagement, creativity, and performance thrive.

As a former police detective and competitive athlete, Andrea spent nearly a decade working in high-stakes environments where clarity, discipline, and real-time decision-making mattered. That experience shapes her approach to leadership, performance, and culture.

Trained in human behaviour, subconscious programming, and performance coaching, Andrea has spent over a decade working in the field of human potential. She is an accredited International Professional Certified Coach (IPCC) and has partnered with organizations including IMEX, MPI, RE/MAX, and GBTA to help leaders and teams elevate performance, decision-making, and culture under pressure.

Today, Andrea helps high-achieving leaders and teams interrupt pressure in real time, regain clarity, and perform at a high level without losing themselves in the process. Through her highly interactive keynote, WTF: Where’s the Fun?!, she delivers a simple, repeatable framework that can be applied immediately in meetings, decisions, projects, and high-pressure moments—helping organizations elevate performance while actually enjoying the work along the way.

Andrea Parker helps leaders and teams use fun as a strategic advantage to transform high-pressure environments into cultures where engagement, creativity, and performance thrive. As a former police detective and competitive athlete, Andrea spent n... Show more

Elisa Schön specializes in making the invisible dynamics of workplaces visible. Working at the intersection of psychology and organizational design, she helps leaders navigate rapid change without burning out their teams.

Her perspective is shaped by over a decade of hands-on People & Culture leadership. As Chief People Officer at GotPhoto and CHRO at UMI/Volkswagen, she guided teams through the messy realities of scaling from 10 to over 100 people - gaining a front-row seat to how cognitive overload affects high performers.

To better understand the mechanics behind this stress, Elisa is currently pursuing a B.Sc. in Clinical Psychology at Medizinische Hochschule Brandenburg. She uses this grounding in neuroscience to translate academic research into practical, everyday frameworks for leaders.

Today, Elisa balances her role as a Senior HR Business Partner at Der Tagesspiegel with a private coaching practice dedicated to building resilience in high-stakes environments. She operates on a simple premise: Emotions are valuable data, and in an AI-driven world, safeguarding our brain health is the ultimate competitive advantage.

Elisa Schön specializes in making the invisible dynamics of workplaces visible. Working at the intersection of psychology and organizational design, she helps leaders navigate rapid change without burning out their teams. Her perspective is shaped... Show more

Igor Graf is a Ukrainian entrepreneur, international keynote speaker and business mentor. He is the founder of Freeman's Alliance, a private international community of entrepreneurs, and the author of P.E.R.L., an eight-level personal development methodology for entrepreneurs. Over 20 years in business he has spent more than 13,600 hours on stage and spoken in over 70 countries, including appearances at Mindvalley, UBM and Piterinfobiz conferences. International education work. After GrafSpace closed, Graf focused on education. In January 2019 he earned his first $89,000 from scratch in a new market, and by 2020 had developed the SFERA educational project. According to his team, his teaching methodology achieves a 91–95% student completion-to-result rate against an industry average of about 5%; his clients' combined documented earnings exceed $218 million, with over 30,000 testimonials collected.

Freeman's Alliance. In 2018 Graf founded Freeman's Club (later Freeman's Alliance), a private international community of entrepreneurs from more than 60 countries, running worldwide meetups, masterminds and joint ventures on its own gamified digital platform.

P.E.R.L. methodology. Graf is the author of P.E.R.L. ("Pyramid of Personality Development Stages") — an eight-level model of entrepreneur development, from "Pawn" to "Leader of Nations". Its core thesis: personal growth tools (goal-setting, self-discipline, time management, financial practices) only work at specific development levels and are counterproductive when applied at the wrong one.

Speaking. Graf has spoken at Mindvalley (where he set the NPS record above 90 three times), UBM conferences in Lviv and Kyiv, and the Piterinfobiz international conference (2015, 2016). He has been voted best conference speaker seven times by audience vote. His work has been publicly endorsed by Mindvalley founder Vishen Lakhiani, speaker Brian Tracy and author Joe Vitale. In 2018 he spoke to 1,000 children from Ukrainian orphanages at the WOW Kids Forum.

Since 2020 Graf has been on an ongoing round-the-world journey, living in a new country every month while continuing to speak and run his businesses; he has personally visited more than 70 countries.

Igor Graf is a Ukrainian entrepreneur, international keynote speaker and business mentor. He is the founder of Freeman's Alliance, a private international community of entrepreneurs, and the author of P.E.R.L., an eight-level personal development met... Show more

Dr. Amr Assad is a distinguished Academic Leader and Assistant Professor of Mass Communication at the Higher Colleges of Technology. Holding a PhD in Broadcasting from Cairo University, he has dedicated over two decades to excellence in teaching, research, and curriculum development within the field of mass media.

As a seasoned educator, Dr. Assad specializes in media literacy, digital storytelling, social media dynamics, and communication theory. He integrates advanced teaching methods and educational technologies to create engaging and inclusive learning environments to support diverse student populations in achieving academic excellence.

Throughout his career, Dr. Assad’s research has been published in reputable peer-reviewed journals and presented at international conferences. His work explores valuable insights into social media usage, media ethics, and the impact of digital tools on communication practices. These contributions have significantly influenced academic discourse and the development of media curricula across multiple institutions.

Dr. Assad also actively participates in various scholarly and administrative committees, serving on the Program Academic Committee (PAC), Divisional Promotion Committee, and the Applied Media Industry Advisory Committee, among others, where he continues to integrate industry best practices and drive academic innovation.

Dr. Assad is dedicated to mentoring the next generation of communication professionals, providing personalized guidance, and nurturing an environment conducive to academic and professional success. He is open to connecting with fellow academics, industry professionals, and collaborators who share a passion for shaping the future of mass communication.

Dr. Amr Assad is a distinguished Academic Leader and Assistant Professor of Mass Communication at the Higher Colleges of Technology. Holding a PhD in Broadcasting from Cairo University, he has dedicated over two decades to excellence in teaching, res... Show more

Jeremy Darling is a Principal Consultant at Centroid, where he partners with organizations to design and deliver resilient, secure, and scalable technology platforms in complex and regulated environments. With decades of experience across distributed systems, cloud and edge architectures, and Kubernetes-based platforms, Jeremy specializes in translating ambitious technical goals into operational reality.

His work spans data-driven systems in healthcare, public sector, and higher education, including large-scale analytics initiatives and mission-critical platforms operating under strict security and compliance constraints. Known for navigating high-stakes technical challenges, Jeremy brings a pragmatic, systems-thinking approach to architecture, delivery, and long-term sustainability.

Beyond the technology, Jeremy is deeply committed to the human side of engineering. As a leadership speaker and mental health advocate, he focuses on empathy, resilience, and communication during moments of stress, loss, and organizational change. He believes strong systems are built by healthy teams—and that leadership matters most when things don’t go as planned.

Outside of client work and speaking engagements, Jeremy practices yoga and continues exploring the intersection of mental health, leadership, and sustainable engineering culture.

Jeremy Darling is a Principal Consultant at Centroid, where he partners with organizations to design and deliver resilient, secure, and scalable technology platforms in complex and regulated environments. With decades of experience across distributed... Show more

Ray Doktor is a transformational life coach, motivational speaker, and bestselling author with more than 30 years of experience helping individuals navigate life transitions, overcome limiting beliefs, and achieve greater clarity and purpose.

Ray Doktor is a transformational life coach, motivational speaker, and bestselling author with more than 30 years of experience helping individuals navigate life transitions, overcome limiting beliefs, and achieve greater clarity and purpose. Show more

Ingo Kleiber studied English, political science, and economics at Heidelberg University, pursuing a teaching degree. After working at the Heidelberg School of Education, he is now a Senior Expert for Digital Education and Educational Technology at the Vice-Rectorate for Teaching and Studies of the University of Cologne.

Ingo Kleiber studied English, political science, and economics at Heidelberg University, pursuing a teaching degree. After working at the Heidelberg School of Education, he is now a Senior Expert for Digital Education and Educational Technology at th... Show more

As the CEO of Luzran, I lead our mission to innovate at the intersection of AI, software development, and user-centric design. We build cutting-edge AI-powered tools and applications that empower businesses and creators to accelerate their digital transformation with ease and efficiency.

With a background in web design, branding, and AI-driven workflows, I leverage my expertise to guide Luzran in delivering high-impact solutions, from streamlined app development to sophisticated marketing and presentation tools.

I’m passionate about bridging the gap between emerging technology and real-world application, fostering a culture of creativity, collaboration, and relentless focus on results.

In addition to my work at Luzran, I am the author of Faith & Focus- a book to help neurodivergent individuals navigate their faith.

If you’re interested in AI innovation, no-code development, or digital transformation, let’s connect and explore how we can drive the future together.

As the CEO of Luzran, I lead our mission to innovate at the intersection of AI, software development, and user-centric design. We build cutting-edge AI-powered tools and applications that empower businesses and creators to accelerate their digital tr... Show more

Manuel Dolderer is an economist, edupreneur, and advocate for transformative learning. He co-founded CODE University of Applied Sciences in Berlin in 2017 and served as its founding president until 2023, building an innovative learning environment based on curiosity-driven, project-based education.
Manuel studied economics, philosophy, and cultural studies at Witten/Herdecke University, and has now returned to his Alma Mater as project lead transformation.
As a keynote speaker, advisor and entrepreneur he is dedicated to redesigning learning for human agency in the age of AI.

Manuel Dolderer is an economist, edupreneur, and advocate for transformative learning. He co-founded CODE University of Applied Sciences in Berlin in 2017 and served as its founding president until 2023, building an innovative learning environment ba... Show more

Nils Knoth ist wissenschaftlicher Mitarbeiter und Doktorand an der Universität Kassel im Projekt Komp-HI sowie Research Fellow im KI-Campus Forschungskolleg KI-Kompetenzen. In seinen Forschungsprojekten beschäftigt er sich vor allem mit Themen der digitalen Medienkompetenz (Digital Literacy) im Allgemeinen, sowie der KI-Kompetenz (AI Literacy) als spezifischerem Untersuchungsgegenstand. Neben der Forschung zur Messbarkeit von AI Literacy interessiert er sich auch für experimentelle Designs, in denen die pädagogische Wirksamkeit von KI-basierten Lernwerkzeugen evaluiert wird.

Nils Knoth ist wissenschaftlicher Mitarbeiter und Doktorand an der Universität Kassel im Projekt Komp-HI sowie Research Fellow im KI-Campus Forschungskolleg KI-Kompetenzen. In seinen Forschungsprojekten beschäftigt er sich vor allem mit Themen der di... Show more

James McSill é consultor internacional, editor, escritor (MAIS DE 40 LIVROS PUBLICADOS) e especialista em Storytelling com mais de 50 anos de experiência profissional. Fundador do McSill Story Studio, atua em projetos de comunicação, inovação, aprendizagem e desenvolvimento organizacional em diversos países.
Ao longo da carreira trabalhou com milhares de profissionais, gestores, empreendedores e autores, ajudando organizações a utilizar narrativas estratégicas para gerar influência, alinhamento e resultados. Nos últimos anos passou a concentrar-se na integração entre Storytelling, Inteligência Artificial e transformação organizacional.
A partir de setembro de 2024 liderou um processo intensivo de adoção de IA que permitiu expandir operações internacionais, acelerar a produção de conteúdos em múltiplos idiomas e criar novos modelos de negócio, culminando na fundação da Square4, uma rede global focada em negócios, aprendizagem, publicação e desenvolvimento de oportunidades internacionais.
Atualmente divide o seu trabalho entre o Reino Unido, Portugal, Brasil e Ásia, explorando aplicações práticas da Inteligência Artificial em ambientes empresariais reais.

James McSill é consultor internacional, editor, escritor (MAIS DE 40 LIVROS PUBLICADOS) e especialista em Storytelling com mais de 50 anos de experiência profissional. Fundador do McSill Story Studio, atua em projetos de comunicação, inovação, aprend... Show more

Lea Hildermeier ist Projektmanagerin im HFD/CHE und dort u.a. für den Think Tank "Well-Being und Mental Health im digitalen Zeitalter an Hochschulen" zuständig. Zuvor studierte sie Anglistik, Erziehungswissenschaft und Psychologie an der Universität Bielefeld.
Als DigitalChangeMaker der Kohorte 2024 engagierte sich Lea in den Bereichen studentische Partizipation, Student Wellbeing und dem Einsatz von Künstlicher Intelligenz in der Hochschulbildung. Seit September 2024 engagiert sich Lea im Common Grounds Forum, damit junge Menschen ihre Stimme in bildungs- und digitalpolitischen Anliegen einbringen können.

Lea Hildermeier ist Projektmanagerin im HFD/CHE und dort u.a. für den Think Tank "Well-Being und Mental Health im digitalen Zeitalter an Hochschulen" zuständig. Zuvor studierte sie Anglistik, Erziehungswissenschaft und Psychologie an der Universität... Show more

Shweta is a UX Research Specialist.

Her core expertise lies in ethnography, service design and designing innovative solutions for products and services through the human centred design process.

Shweta is a UX Research Specialist. Her core expertise lies in ethnography, service design and designing innovative solutions for products and services through the human centred design process. Show more

He works as a Support Engineer at Chronosphere, helping both customers and the Fluent community. He's been a developer and support engineer for 20+ years.

He works as a Support Engineer at Chronosphere, helping both customers and the Fluent community. He's been a developer and support engineer for 20+ years. Show more

Dr. Sanne Ziethen ist Kultur- und Geschichtswissenschaftlerin sowie Hochschuldidaktikerin mit Schwerpunkt auf partizipativer Lehrentwicklung, Transfer von Lehrinnovationen und digital gestützter Hochschullehre. Nach dem Studium der Kulturwissenschaften und Ästhetischen Praxis an der Universität Hildesheim und der Promotion in Kultur- und Geschichtswissenschaften war sie zunächst im Projektmanagement tätig, bevor sie in Lehre und Hochschulentwicklung zurückkehrte. Am Institut für Geschichte der Universität Hildesheim konzipierte und erprobte sie zahlreiche innovative Lehr-/Lernformate und wurde dafür mit dem Preis für hervorragende Lehre 2020/2021 der Universität Hildesheim ausgezeichnet.
Eine zentrale Linie ihrer Arbeit ist die systematische Verankerung von Lehrinnovationen in Organisationen („Transfer“): Im Projekt Digital C@MPUS-le@rning (2021-2025) verantwortete sie Transferstrategien, didaktische Beratung und Support, OER-Entwicklung sowie Kommunikations- und Vernetzungsaktivitäten. Sie initiierte das partizipative Format le@rningLOTSEN, in dem qualifizierte Studierende als hochschuldidaktische Multiplikator*innen Lehrende beraten und erfolgreiche Lehr-/Lernformate in die Breite der Universität tragen. Im Projekt "aLaZukunft" (Agile Lehrarchitektur für Zukunftsthemen) verantwortet sie Curriculums- und Studiengangsentwicklung und Transfer.
Didaktisch verbindet sie kultur- und bildungswissenschaftliche Perspektiven mit Ansätzen des transformativen Lernens, der Kompetenzorientierung und der partizipativen Curriculum- und Lehrentwicklung. Ihre Weiterqualifikation als eTrainerin, eLearning-Beraterin und eTutorin (FernUniversität in Hagen) fundiert ihre Arbeit an digitalen und hybriden Lehr-/Lernsettings sowie offenen Bildungsressourcen (OER).
Dr. Ziethen engagiert sich überinstitutionell u. a. im Hochschulforum Digitalisierung (HFD), in Weiterqualifikationsprogrammen der Stiftung Innovation in der Hochschullehre sowie in der Deutschen Gesellschaft für Hochschuldidaktik (DGHD; AG Transfer; AG Transformatives Lernen und Nachhaltigkeit). Ihre Arbeit zielt darauf, innovative Lehrpraxis, studentische Partizipation und organisationale Entwicklung systematisch zu verbinden und nachhaltig in Hochschulen zu verankern.

Dr. Sanne Ziethen ist Kultur- und Geschichtswissenschaftlerin sowie Hochschuldidaktikerin mit Schwerpunkt auf partizipativer Lehrentwicklung, Transfer von Lehrinnovationen und digital gestützter Hochschullehre. Nach dem Studium der Kulturwissenschaft... Show more

Aline Eid Galante é mestre em Administração pela Unicamp, com pesquisa voltada à gestão do tempo, trabalho digital e impactos das tecnologias no cotidiano. Atua na Diretoria Executiva de Tecnologia da Informação e Comunicação (Detic) da Unicamp com iniciativas relacionadas à transformação digital do trabalho, organização de processos e estruturação do trabalho colaborativo em ambientes digitais.

Sua atuação conecta temas como futuro do trabalho, design de serviços, organização do trabalho digital, colaboração e uso estratégico de ferramentas digitais para apoiar equipes e melhorar a experiência de trabalho. Também atua como instrutora e conteudista em ações de capacitação voltadas à organização do trabalho, planejamento pessoal e gestão do tempo.

Atualmente, pesquisa como as transformações digitais impactam a forma de trabalhar, colaborar e utilizar o tempo nas organizações, com foco em modelos mais humanos, sustentáveis e eficientes de trabalho digital.

Aline Eid Galante é mestre em Administração pela Unicamp, com pesquisa voltada à gestão do tempo, trabalho digital e impactos das tecnologias no cotidiano. Atua na Diretoria Executiva de Tecnologia da Informação e Comunicação (Detic) da Unicamp com i... Show more

Nick Nisi is an elite software engineer who is a veteran of open source web development, a lover of karaoke, an advocate for diversity in tech, a conference organizer extraordinaire, a lover of new experiences, and a beacon of expertise, kindness and hope for his development team.

Nick Nisi is an elite software engineer who is a veteran of open source web development, a lover of karaoke, an advocate for diversity in tech, a conference organizer extraordinaire, a lover of new experiences, and a beacon of expertise, kindness and... Show more

Shaun Savage is the founder of Computado Rita, an Edge AI company in Costa Rica, with 30+ years across system-security architecture, embedded systems, IoT, and machine learning. He holds an MS in Electrical Engineering (Oregon State) and a BS in Computer Science (University of Utah), was a volunteer collaborator on NSA's SELinux project, and holds several hardware and software patents. He has held CTO and engineering-director roles and teaches Rust and systems programming in his community. Produced cable access TV program TVLinux for 5 years.

Shaun Savage is the founder of Computado Rita, an Edge AI company in Costa Rica, with 30+ years across system-security architecture, embedded systems, IoT, and machine learning. He holds an MS in Electrical Engineering (Oregon State) and a BS in Comp... Show more

Coach professionnel, j’accompagne depuis plus de 15 ans managers, équipes et organisations à franchir des caps, en gardant l’humain et le vivant au cœur de l’action.

Mon approche s’appuie sur l’agilité, le coaching intégral et une inspiration tirée de la culture chinoise : écouter les cycles, cultiver l’équilibre, avancer avec justesse. J’aide les collectifs à retrouver du sens, à renforcer leur cohésion et à évoluer dans un environnement en mouvement.

J’installe des espaces de confiance, où chacun peut questionner ses repères et s’aligner avec ses aspirations.

J’allie écoute, transmission d’outils concrets et attention à ce qui fait vivre l’équipe, pour révéler le potentiel collectif.

J’accompagne les leaders à incarner une posture authentique, ancrée dans la réalité et attentive à l’équilibre humain.

Osez avancer autrement : mon accompagnement est une invitation à expérimenter, à progresser et à faire grandir le collectif, en lien avec le vivant.

Coach professionnel, j’accompagne depuis plus de 15 ans managers, équipes et organisations à franchir des caps, en gardant l’humain et le vivant au cœur de l’action. Mon approche s’appuie sur l’agilité, le coaching intégral et une inspiration tiré... Show more

Ingeniero de Software con formación académica en antropología y ciencias sociales. Interesado en las posibilidades que ofrece la inteligencia artificial generativa y el desarrollo de aplicaciones orientadas mejorar la experiencia de los seres humanos con los sistemas computacionales.

Ingeniero de Software con formación académica en antropología y ciencias sociales. Interesado en las posibilidades que ofrece la inteligencia artificial generativa y el desarrollo de aplicaciones orientadas mejorar la experiencia de los seres humanos... Show more

Studentin an der EUV, Peer Tutorin für wissenschaftliche Schreiben & Lernen, Directorin für IT bei ELSA

Roksana ist eine leidenschaftliche Studentin im Bereich Rechtswissenschaften und steht kurz vor dem Abschluss ihres Studiums. Neben ihrem Engagement in der akademischen Welt ist sie auch eine begeisterte Webdesignerin und Programmiererin, mit einem besonderen Interesse an den Schnittstellen von Technologie und Recht. Als Peer Tutorin und Director für IT bei ELSA kombiniert sie ihre Liebe zu digitalen Innovationen mit ihrer Expertise im Bereich Bildung und Lehre. Sie engagiert sich zudem in internationalen Netzwerken und hat sich auf die Förderung von Zugänglichkeit und Empowerment spezialisiert.Sie liebt es, kreative Methoden wie Gamification in der Lehre zu integrieren, um Studierende aktiv in ihre Lernprozesse einzubinden und auf die Herausforderungen der digitalen Zukunft vorzubereiten.

Studentin an der EUV, Peer Tutorin für wissenschaftliche Schreiben & Lernen, Directorin für IT bei ELSA Roksana ist eine leidenschaftliche Studentin im Bereich Rechtswissenschaften und steht kurz vor dem Abschluss ihres Studiums. Neben ihrem Engag... Show more

Malcolm McAuley has been involved in the Dynamics 365 CE/CRM space for over 15 years. Malcolm also spent 18 years in the not-for-profit sector. He's fulfilled various roles both as a customer and a consultant and has worked with many organizations to identify opportunities where Dynamics 365 CE/CRM, Microsoft 365 and Power Platform tools can increase organizational efficiency and maximize data insight so companies are making decisions on what is actually happen instead of what they think is happening in their business. In his role as Microsoft Solutions Practice Lead at C5 Insight, Malcolm guides and supports the Dynamics and Microsoft 365 teams in their pursuit of delivering excellence to our clients. He also holds a strong interest in empowering others to building authentic connections through networking, and has recently released a self-constructed keynote address on the topic. Malcolm, his wife of 20 years, and two teenage boys reside near Kitchener-Waterloo, Ontario.

Malcolm McAuley has been involved in the Dynamics 365 CE/CRM space for over 15 years. Malcolm also spent 18 years in the not-for-profit sector. He's fulfilled various roles both as a customer and a consultant and has worked with many organizations to... Show more

Author of "Programming LLMs with Azure Open AI" (Microsoft Press, 2024), Francesco is currently Chief Technology Officer at Crionet, a primary sport-tech firm, where he started writing software and algorithms at the venerable age of 12. He coordinates a team of 30 developers and data scientists doing applications primarily on the .NET stack. As an entrepreneur, he founded Youbiquitous, a data analysis and software factory working primarily on the Python stack for major public Italian companies and universities, and KBMS Data Force, a startup in Digital Therapy and intelligent healthcare, where he serves as CTO.

Author of "Programming LLMs with Azure Open AI" (Microsoft Press, 2024), Francesco is currently Chief Technology Officer at Crionet, a primary sport-tech firm, where he started writing software and algorithms at the venerable age of 12. He coordinate... Show more

JC gives audiences a powerful framework for better technology adoption and innovation. His books incorporate psychology and technology perspectives and expectation management from a fresh and captivating perspective. If you want to build a culture of business outcomes, clarity, and alignment, attend one of JC's presentations. A senior executive and educator, JC teaches Customer (CX) and Human-Centered Design Thinking at 32 universities in the United States. He lives in Nashville, TN with his wife Shelley.

JC gives audiences a powerful framework for better technology adoption and innovation. His books incorporate psychology and technology perspectives and expectation management from a fresh and captivating perspective. If you want to build a culture of... Show more

Jose Alejandro De Souza is a data visualization teacher and a content creator focused on data science. He holds a Master's in Big Data and Business Analytics. His spanish YouTube channel, with over 3,000 subscribers and 80+ videos, provides tutorials on Tableau, SQL, Python, and R, catering to beginners and those looking to enhance their data analysis and visualization skills. His content includes building dashboards, learning SQL, and performing data analysis with various tools.

Jose Alejandro De Souza is a data visualization teacher and a content creator focused on data science. He holds a Master's in Big Data and Business Analytics. His spanish YouTube channel, with over 3,000 subscribers and 80+ videos, provides tutorials... Show more

Candice Grobler is the founder of Candid Collab, a systems-savvy community consultancy helping solo founders and stretched teams build community-led marketing engines that scale revenue.

After a CPTSD diagnosis and a “you’re unemployable” jab from a well-meaning manager, Candice left the cubicle grind to forge a new model: one where neuro-spicy, outside-the-norm entrepreneurs could thrive through mentorship, scrappy systems, and candid community.

Today, she’s a sought-after mentor and speaker known for transforming sticky-note chaos into streamlined workflows and turning feast-or-famine floundering into steady, soul-aligned revenue. Her live talks, workshops, and interviews blend radical candour with practical playbooks, because life’s too short to build someone else’s empire (or burn out building your own).

Candice has helped dozens of founders grow recurring revenue, reduce burnout, and build communities that market for them, without agency retainers, bro-marketing gloss, or a selling out.

Candice Grobler is the founder of Candid Collab, a systems-savvy community consultancy helping solo founders and stretched teams build community-led marketing engines that scale revenue. After a CPTSD diagnosis and a “you’re unemployable” jab from... Show more

After studying law and earning master’s degrees in political science and Chinese, Armony launched her first business in 2007 to create her own job following an illness. Since then, she has been working to promote digital accessibility through conferences, training sessions, writing a book, contributing to book chapters, and authoring articles…

After helping to draft version 3 of the General Framework for Improving Accessibility (RGAA), she joined the working group updating the technical framework for RGAA 5.

Armony has founded and led several companies, the most recent being Koena, but she now operates as a freelancer under the brand Itsula. She offers expertise, auditing, strategic consulting (multi-year digital accessibility plan), and training in digital accessibility and text simplification using the European Easy to Read (ETR) method.

After studying law and earning master’s degrees in political science and Chinese, Armony launched her first business in 2007 to create her own job following an illness. Since then, she has been working to promote digital accessibility through confere... Show more

Parul is a highly experienced keynote speaker with a flair for making DEI talks exciting again. She delivers informative and engaging talks on neurodiversity, sometimes with a bit of a twist; by using concepts from nostalgic video games!

Parul has delivered keynote talks at LeadDev London, Leeds Digital Festival, Manchester Tech Festival and RecFest.

Parul is a highly experienced keynote speaker with a flair for making DEI talks exciting again. She delivers informative and engaging talks on neurodiversity, sometimes with a bit of a twist; by using concepts from nostalgic video games! Parul ha... Show more