Ebony D. Britton is an educator of over 20 years, children’s author, and advocate for inclusive education. As an ESE teacher, she is deeply committed to supporting students with diverse learning needs, including those on the autism spectrum and nonverbal learners.

Motivated by the lack of representation in children’s literature, Ebony began writing books that reflect the experiences of all children—especially those who are often unseen. Her work combines education and storytelling to promote empathy, inclusion, and meaningful connection in classrooms.

As a speaker, Ebony empowers educators and communities with practical strategies and heartfelt insight on creating inclusive environments where every child feels valued and understood.

Ebony D. Britton is an educator of over 20 years, children’s author, and advocate for inclusive education. As an ESE teacher, she is deeply committed to supporting students with diverse learning needs, including those on the autism spectrum and nonve... Show more

Xin Yao is an independent consultant, trainer, and sociotechnical architect based in Copenhagen. She supports organizations across Europe in navigating complex design, architecture and modernization challenges. Her work blends Domain-Driven Design, collaborative modeling, sociotechnical thinking, psychological safety, and conversational leadership.

Drawing on her background as a chief architect and years of facilitating large-scale change, Xin brings a structured yet deeply human approach to connecting business, technology, and teams. She helps organizations integrate relational and conversational practices into architecture, strategy, product design, and cross-team collaboration—enabling better decisions, clearer models, and more joyful teamwork.

Xin regularly teaches and speaks at events such as GOTO, DDD Europe, KanDDDinsky, Explore DDD, OOP, JAX, Øredev, CoMoCamp, FlowCon, and Craft.

Xin Yao is an independent consultant, trainer, and sociotechnical architect based in Copenhagen. She supports organizations across Europe in navigating complex design, architecture and modernization challenges. Her work blends Domain-Driven Design, c... Show more

I'm Senior Marketing Speacialist at EPAM Systems, working with the teams in Serbia, Croatia and Greece. I have been part of the Marketing team for 5 years and I had lot of experience in this field.

I'm Senior Marketing Speacialist at EPAM Systems, working with the teams in Serbia, Croatia and Greece. I have been part of the Marketing team for 5 years and I had lot of experience in this field. Show more

A systemic design thinker working for a better world.

A systemic design thinker working for a better world. Show more

Dawn Pfeifer Reitz is a communication strategist, leadership educator, and higher education leader who helps people transform expertise into influence. With more than three decades of experience in teaching, training, and organizational leadership, her work focuses on the power skills that drive professional success: communication, leadership presence, collaboration, and strategic thinking.

Dawn serves as an Associate Teaching Professor of Communication Arts and Sciences and First Year Seminar Coordinator at Penn State Berks, where she leads curriculum innovation, faculty collaboration, and student success initiatives across programs.

Dawn is also the founder of DSPR Consulting, where she advises organizations and leaders on communication strategy, leadership development, and learning systems.

Known for translating research into practical tools, Dawn's sessions combine storytelling, frameworks, and real world application. She regularly speaks on communication for career readiness, leadership development, mentoring, and the role of communication in professional mobility.

Her work sits at the intersection of education, leadership, and workforce development, helping students, professionals, and organizations communicate with clarity, confidence, and purpose.

Dawn Pfeifer Reitz is a communication strategist, leadership educator, and higher education leader who helps people transform expertise into influence. With more than three decades of experience in teaching, training, and organizational leadership, h... Show more

Jennifer Novak is a Solutions Architect for Adoption and Change Management at SHI, where she supports large-scale Microsoft 365 and AI enablement initiatives. She has partnered with dozens of organizations to drive measurable adoption through readiness assessments, stakeholder engagement, training strategy, and practical change planning that aligns with technical delivery. Jennifer is based in Maryland.

Jennifer Novak is a Solutions Architect for Adoption and Change Management at SHI, where she supports large-scale Microsoft 365 and AI enablement initiatives. She has partnered with dozens of organizations to drive measurable adoption through readine... Show more

Practical speaker who uses professional and life experience to motivate and prepare others to take the next steps in their careers and vocations.

Practical speaker who uses professional and life experience to motivate and prepare others to take the next steps in their careers and vocations. Show more

David Leslie is a Lead Software Engineer in Test at Flight Safety International with a testing career that stretches back to the age of the CompuServe CD-ROM. He's navigated QA challenges across mobile apps and middleware systems at companies ranging from AOL, OCLC and Express to early-stage startups, picking up a PMP certification and plenty of testing horror stories along the way. When he's not testing software, he flies drones (FAA Part 107 certified), serves as an Aerospace Education Officer with the U.S. Civil Air Patrol, and studies the intersection of technology and education at the University of Alabama's New College LifeTrack.

David Leslie is a Lead Software Engineer in Test at Flight Safety International with a testing career that stretches back to the age of the CompuServe CD-ROM. He's navigated QA challenges across mobile apps and middleware systems at companies ranging... Show more

Product Manager nel tech, passo le giornate a cercare di far funzionare prodotti e team in contesti complessi. Mi interessa la psicologia applicata al lavoro: decisioni, attriti, cose non dette. In passato ho usato i Teletubbies per spiegare dinamiche di team (ha funzionato più del previsto). Oggi continuo a usare metafore pop per raccontare cosa succede quando il lavoro “regge”, ma le persone un po’ meno.

Product Manager nel tech, passo le giornate a cercare di far funzionare prodotti e team in contesti complessi. Mi interessa la psicologia applicata al lavoro: decisioni, attriti, cose non dette. In passato ho usato i Teletubbies per spiegare dinamich... Show more

I am a software developer with a dream to have an impact to the community and be the solution. I am a strong team player who is able to quickly learn and apply new technologies. I am also a know how who feeds on research and critical thinking. I always give my all in any task i encounter. I strive to get the best out of me. I have trained more than 60 students on software development

I am a software developer with a dream to have an impact to the community and be the solution. I am a strong team player who is able to quickly learn and apply new technologies. I am also a know how who feeds on research and critical thinking. I alwa... Show more

I'm a data scientist with hands-on experience in Python, PySpark, SQL, and R, specializing in machine learning, geospatial analytics, and A/B experimentation. At Lyft, I’ve developed predictive models, built dashboards, and led initiatives that saved millions by improving toll cost accuracy. I work across the full data stackfrom data engineering to modeling to stakeholder communication, and enjoy turning complex data into actionable insights. My background combines advanced statistical training with real-world impact in high-scale tech environments.

I'm a data scientist with hands-on experience in Python, PySpark, SQL, and R, specializing in machine learning, geospatial analytics, and A/B experimentation. At Lyft, I’ve developed predictive models, built dashboards, and led initiatives that saved... Show more

Iva Silla već više od desetljeća vodi maštovite tematske razglede grada pod zajedničkim nazivnikom Secret Zagreb. To je samo dio njenog opusa u kreativnom turizmu i interpretaciji baštine, a trenutno joj je najveća strast razvoj igrificiranih istraživanja diljem Hrvatske.

Iva Silla već više od desetljeća vodi maštovite tematske razglede grada pod zajedničkim nazivnikom Secret Zagreb. To je samo dio njenog opusa u kreativnom turizmu i interpretaciji baštine, a trenutno joj je najveća strast razvoj igrificiranih istraži... Show more

Tuyen Nguyen is a leadership speaker, entrepreneur, and founder of Nguyen Impact whose life story embodies resilience, reinvention, and purpose-driven leadership.

A first-generation immigrant and former refugee from Vietnam, Tuyen arrived in the United States with her family after fleeing war. She went on to build a successful corporate career, holding Top Secret security clearance as an investigator with USIS before serving in executive human resources leadership roles, including Director of HR and Diversity Engagement Leader.

Today, Tuyen uses her story and leadership experience to help individuals and teams transform adversity into momentum. Through powerful storytelling and practical strategies, she speaks on resilience, leadership, and navigating identity in professional spaces.

Trusted by organizations including Girls Inc., United Way, and business communities across Central Massachusetts, her high-energy keynotes and immersive workshops inspire audiences to own their story, unlock their strength, and rise into their next chapter.

Tuyen Nguyen is a leadership speaker, entrepreneur, and founder of Nguyen Impact whose life story embodies resilience, reinvention, and purpose-driven leadership. A first-generation immigrant and former refugee from Vietnam, Tuyen arrived in the U... Show more

Directeur adjoint de GreenAlp, j'ai en charge des missions de Gouvernance & Organisations. J'ai porté des projets de transformation, d'innovation ou de refonte d'activité.

Coach professionnel, je m'attache à faciliter la mise en mouvement, en particulier de collectifs.

Directeur adjoint de GreenAlp, j'ai en charge des missions de Gouvernance & Organisations. J'ai porté des projets de transformation, d'innovation ou de refonte d'activité. Coach professionnel, je m'attache à faciliter la mise en mouvement, en part... Show more

Katerina Brandes hat einen Bildungshintergrund in Ressourcenmanagement und Entwicklungszusammenarbeit und verfügt über Forschungserfahrung zu globalen Nachhaltigkeitsthemen, unter anderem in Tansania und Indien. Ihre freiberufliche Arbeitserfahrung in der Erwachsenenbildung führten sie an das Zentrum für Lehrentwicklung der TH Köln. Dort arbeitet sie in einem Karriereentwicklungsprogramm für Wissenschaftler*innen früher Karrierestufen mit dem Schwerpunkt transformative Wissenschaft. Ihr besonderes Interesse liegt in der Gestaltung kreativer, interaktiver Workshopformate mit körperorientierten und theaterpädagogischen Methoden.

Katerina Brandes hat einen Bildungshintergrund in Ressourcenmanagement und Entwicklungszusammenarbeit und verfügt über Forschungserfahrung zu globalen Nachhaltigkeitsthemen, unter anderem in Tansania und Indien. Ihre freiberufliche Arbeitserfahrung i... Show more

Guillermo Sepúlveda Castro (1987) es Magíster en Gestión de Personas en Organizaciones de la Universidad Alberto Hurtado, Sociólogo y Consultor de Gamificación de la Universidad de Concepción. Se ha desempeñado como Docente de Videojuegos & Gamificación en el Instituto Profesional Arcos (2014-2017), Instituto Valle Central (2017-2021) y en la Universidad SEK (2018-2020). Adicionalmente ha sido investigador independiente de “Juegos, Psico-terapia y Ludicidad” en Elipsis (Terapias Gamificadas y No-tradicionales)

Actualmente es gestor de redes de pensamiento en torno a los videojuegos, fundador del Ciclo de Conversaciones en torno a los videojuegos “El Último Arte (2016) y Co-fundador de la Academia de Ludicidad y Pensamiento Paidético (2026. Con más de 10 años abordando la Gamificación y explotando su evolución, así como generando nuevas formas de pensar-habitar el mundo desde el Modelo de la Trans-Gamificación o Neo-Gamificación Transformacional.

Guillermo Sepúlveda Castro (1987) es Magíster en Gestión de Personas en Organizaciones de la Universidad Alberto Hurtado, Sociólogo y Consultor de Gamificación de la Universidad de Concepción. Se ha desempeñado como Docente de Videojuegos & Gamificac... Show more

Dane Maddams, named one of Amplitude’s Product 50 leaders, is a Director of Product at Culture Amp specialising in HR tech. He operates at the intersection of product strategy and organisational psychology, leveraging 1.5 billion data points on workplace engagement to design systems where performance and people thrive together. Known for cutting through jargon and telling it like it is, Dane leaves audiences with practical frameworks, sharper thinking, and the confidence to lead with both ambition and empathy.

Dane Maddams, named one of Amplitude’s Product 50 leaders, is a Director of Product at Culture Amp specialising in HR tech. He operates at the intersection of product strategy and organisational psychology, leveraging 1.5 billion data points on workp... Show more

Kayla Ooms has been serving as the Social Media Specialist at Purdue University Northwest since 2022. In her role, she manages the university's primary social media platforms, coordinates marketing events, and oversees digital marketing assets. Kayla is passionate about using marketing and public relations to achieve significant results in the digital landscape. With a strong background in social media management, she enjoys creating engaging content and developing strategic campaigns to enhance the Purdue Northwest brand and foster meaningful connections with current students, prospective students, parents, alumni, and the community.

Kayla Ooms has been serving as the Social Media Specialist at Purdue University Northwest since 2022. In her role, she manages the university's primary social media platforms, coordinates marketing events, and oversees digital marketing assets. Kayla... Show more

I am a data scientist and AI architect with a specialism in speech processing and natural language processing. I have broad experience of incorporating AI into solutions, especially virtual assistants. In my current role, I help clients adopt watsonx Assistant for Z, enabling them to power up their mainframe operations with AI.

I am particularly interested in ethical and inclusive technology. Technology plays an ever increasing role in our world, and it will take collaboration and thoughtful design from across all sectors to make sure it works for everyone. I have led work on Coercive Control Resistant Design as part of IBM’s Academy of Technology, which was featured on BBC News.

I am a data scientist and AI architect with a specialism in speech processing and natural language processing. I have broad experience of incorporating AI into solutions, especially virtual assistants. In my current role, I help clients adopt watson... Show more

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

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

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

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

Dr Hervé TIWA est le Fondateur et Directeur Exécutif de Med.ia Lab Association, une organisation camerounaise à la pointe de la démocratisation des technologies numériques et de l'intelligence artificielle en Afrique Centrale. Créé en 2024, Med.ia Lab s'est rapidement imposé comme un acteur majeur de la formation aux humanités numériques, touchant plus de 300 bénéficiaires en moins d'un an.

Titulaire d'un Doctorat en Sciences de l'Information et de la Communication, Dr TIWA combine expertise académique et expérience terrain. Il occupe le poste de Chef de Département de Communication à l'Institut Universitaire d'Afrique (IUA-ISTIC) de Yaoundé, où il forme la prochaine génération de professionnels de la communication. Journaliste de formation, il apporte une perspective unique sur l'intersection entre médias, technologies et société.

Avec plus de 10 ans d'expérience dans la formation en humanités digitales, Dr TIWA a développé une expertise particulière dans l'adaptation des technologies émergentes aux contextes africains à ressources limitées. Ses formations couvrent l'IA appliquée, la recherche scientifique augmentée par l'IA, le journalisme numérique et la production de contenu multimédia.

Med.ia Lab a établi des partenariats stratégiques avec des organisations de renom : Fondation Friedrich Ebert, Association Civic Watch Cameroon, Laura Dave Media, IA4AFRICA, Institut Goethe Cameroun, et HYSACAM. Ces collaborations permettent de déployer des programmes de formation inclusifs, ciblant aussi bien les cadres d'entreprises que les chercheurs et les professionnels des médias.

La vision de Dr TIWA : construire un écosystème numérique africain résilient où les technologies de pointe sont accessibles à tous, favorisant l'innovation locale et l'autonomisation des communautés.

Dr Hervé TIWA est le Fondateur et Directeur Exécutif de Med.ia Lab Association, une organisation camerounaise à la pointe de la démocratisation des technologies numériques et de l'intelligence artificielle en Afrique Centrale. Créé en 2024, Med.ia La... Show more

I am CEO and co-founder of Expanso, the company behind the distributed compute platform Bacalhau. This means I spend most of my time helping humans to convince machines to be smarter. I am only moderately successful at this.

Previously, I led product management for Kubernetes on behalf of Google, launched GKE, and co-founded the Kubeflow project, and led Open Source ML Strategy at Azure. I have also worked at Protocol Labs, Amazon and Chef and co-founded three startups.

I am CEO and co-founder of Expanso, the company behind the distributed compute platform Bacalhau. This means I spend most of my time helping humans to convince machines to be smarter. I am only moderately successful at this. Previously, I led prod... Show more

(1). Licenciatura en Estudios Internacionales por la Universidad Europea de Madrid, Madrid, España.

(2). Diplomado de Postgrado en Comunicación en TV, por la Facultad de Comunicación y el Departamento de Postgrado de la Universidad Autónoma de Barcelona UAB.

(3). Maestría Derecho Internacional Humanitario y Justicia Penal Internacional (DIH), L'Institut International de Postgrau UOC / Comité Internacional de la Cruz Roja CICR / Barcelona, España.

(4) Maestría en Derecho Penal Internacional, Escuela de Postgrados, Universidad de Granada - España.

* * Líneas de Investigación: Bienes Culturales Protegidos por el Derecho Internacional; Derecho de los Refugiados; México como Miembro en la Corte Penal Internacional.

*** Derecho Espacial Internacional.

(1). Licenciatura en Estudios Internacionales por la Universidad Europea de Madrid, Madrid, España. (2). Diplomado de Postgrado en Comunicación en TV, por la Facultad de Comunicación y el Departamento de Postgrado de la Universidad Autónoma de Bar... Show more

Nyi founded ThitsaWorks in 2016 to create data-driven solutions that assist financial institutions in managing payments, data, and risk mitigation. Nyi has over 27 years of expertise in public administration, finance, fintech, software development, and financial inclusion.

Before launching ThitsaWorks, Nyi dedicated over two decades to the United Nations Headquarters in New York, working in the finance and technology sectors. In his final role there, he served as the Chief of the Information Systems Unit in the Department for General Assembly and Conference Management. Here, he led a team of IT experts and software developers, overseeing the development, maintenance, and support of worldwide IT operations for UN conference activities.

Nyi has a Master of Public Administration (MPA) from Columbia University and a Master of Science in Information Systems from the City University of New York.

Nyi founded ThitsaWorks in 2016 to create data-driven solutions that assist financial institutions in managing payments, data, and risk mitigation. Nyi has over 27 years of expertise in public administration, finance, fintech, software development, a... Show more

Michael Allison, is a U.S. Marine Purple Heart Veteran, award-winning entrepreneur, best-selling author, and international keynote speaker. A globally recognized expert in identity-driven leadership and organizational resilience, Michael transforms adversity into strategic advantage. Over two decades, he has led Marines in combat, managed multi-million-dollar government projects, directed higher-ed programs, and scaled an INC 5000 franchise to successful exit. Michael equips leaders and teams to break internal limitations, guard energy, and thrive under pressure. His signature frameworks—Break The Bottle and Protect The House—blend combat-tested leadership, trauma-informed coaching, and enterprise execution discipline. Michael has delivered transformational keynotes, workshops, and consulting for world-class organizations globally. He empowers professionals to align technical brilliance with human resilience and lead with clarity, creativity, and conviction.

Michael Allison, is a U.S. Marine Purple Heart Veteran, award-winning entrepreneur, best-selling author, and international keynote speaker. A globally recognized expert in identity-driven leadership and organizational resilience, Michael transforms a... Show more

Psicologa, coach e SuperVisor, a + di 40 anni aiuto persone e organizzazioni nel cambiamento. Partner strategica per organizzazioni che affrontano cambiamenti complessi, quali oggi l'esplosione dell'AI, trasformando la paura in collaborazione e riportando al centro il ruolo delle persone.

Psicologa, coach e SuperVisor, a + di 40 anni aiuto persone e organizzazioni nel cambiamento. Partner strategica per organizzazioni che affrontano cambiamenti complessi, quali oggi l'esplosione dell'AI, trasformando la paura in collaborazione e ripor... Show more

Amanda Cunha-Herbert is a Men’s Emotional Healing Educator, Author, Speaker, and Founder of transformational platforms dedicated to helping men heal, process pain, and rebuild emotional strength without shame.

With a powerful blend of psychological insight, nervous system education, trauma awareness, and real-world relational experience, Amanda has carved a unique lane in the masculinity and mental wellness space translating men’s unspoken pain into language that fosters healing, accountability, and growth.

Her work focuses on the emotional suppression crisis affecting modern men, addressing heartbreak, father wounds, identity loss, emotional numbness, relationship trauma, and the internalized belief that men must suffer in silence.

Through her teachings, Amanda helps men understand:

Why they numb instead of heal

How emotional shutdown impacts relationships

The nervous system’s role in male avoidance patterns

How heartbreak reshapes male identity

Practical pathways to emotional restoration and self leadership

Amanda is the founder of men focused healing initiatives and the author of healing resources designed to guide men through emotional recovery, self worth rebuilding, and purpose realignment after relational or personal breakdowns.

Known for her bold yet compassionate delivery, she bridges the emotional gap between men and the healing conversations they were never taught to have, creating spaces where men feel seen, understood, challenged, and empowered to rise.

Her mission is clear:

To restore emotional literacy in men, redefine strength, and equip men to lead their lives and relationships from a place of healed power rather than suppressed pain.

Amanda Cunha-Herbert is a Men’s Emotional Healing Educator, Author, Speaker, and Founder of transformational platforms dedicated to helping men heal, process pain, and rebuild emotional strength without shame. With a powerful blend of psychologica... Show more

Dr. Helga Breuninger, klinische Psychologin, Volkswirtin, Lerntherapeutin, Stifterin und Mitbegründerin von intus³ beziehungslernen.
In der Arbeit mit über 800 Kindern mit besonderem Unterstützungsbedarf hat Helga Breuninger die Wirkmacht des Potenzialblicks erkannt: Er verbindet Resonanz und Zutrauen mit dem Fokus auf Stärken! Mit ihrer Stiftung hat Helga intus3 Beziehungslernen in die Welt gebracht, damit der Potenzialblick mit der resonanten Haltung intuitiv und interaktiv erlernt und geübt werden kann.

Dr. Helga Breuninger, klinische Psychologin, Volkswirtin, Lerntherapeutin, Stifterin und Mitbegründerin von intus³ beziehungslernen. In der Arbeit mit über 800 Kindern mit besonderem Unterstützungsbedarf hat Helga Breuninger die Wirkmacht des Potenz... Show more

Samuel Akinnusi is a PhD researcher in Information Technology at the University of Cincinnati focused on agentic AI security. He also works as a Technical Support Analyst at Esri, bridging research and real-world platform constraints. His recent work includes a review of agentic AI systems in healthcare and a taxonomy of agent attack surfaces and guardrails.

Samuel Akinnusi is a PhD researcher in Information Technology at the University of Cincinnati focused on agentic AI security. He also works as a Technical Support Analyst at Esri, bridging research and real-world platform constraints. His recent work... Show more

Dr. Samuel Shelton serves as the Senior Manager of Talent Development at Grady Health System, where he leads the design, development, and delivery of transformative programs in professional and leadership development, career advancement, and orientation for frontline team members and leaders across the organization.

His journey began as a Russian Linguist in the United States Army, where he served in a Military Intelligence Battalion. Following his military service, Dr. Shelton emerged as a dynamic force in corporate learning and development. An educational practitioner at heart, he has brought his passion for teaching to a wide range of institutional constructs—including elementary, secondary, corporate, spiritual, and higher education settings.

Dr. Shelton is also the Founder and CEO of Mountain Moving Motivation, LLC, a motivational speaking company dedicated to elevating organizational conferences, meetings, and events. Through this platform, he delivers powerful inspiration designed to activate purpose, strengthen culture, and ignite performance across diverse audiences.

A transformational speaker and high-spirited motivator, Dr. Shelton is widely known as an “engagement architect.” He brings big energy and inspiration to every stage—setting the tone at large events, rallying crowds to lock in on their purpose, and helping leaders and employees master their current roles while preparing for future opportunities. He believes that learning is not the destination, but the vehicle that propels lifelong learners from where they are today to where they aspire to be tomorrow.

Dr. Samuel Shelton serves as the Senior Manager of Talent Development at Grady Health System, where he leads the design, development, and delivery of transformative programs in professional and leadership development, career advancement, and orientat... Show more