Psicóloga con 8 años de experiencia en procesos de Recursos Humanos para la industria TI Internacional con filiales en Colombia y LATAM. Soy una intensa con el tema de la experiencia positiva del candidato - luego empleado, reflejo la calidad humana que todos admiran de los latinos en el ámbito corporativo y me encargo de contagiarla fácilmente a mi equipo. Veo a mis candidatos como clientes futuros y mensajeros invaluables de la industria, soy embajadora del feedback - feedforward para el candidato, y cuando no estoy trabajando estoy cantándole canciones de Rammstein a mi hija.

Psicóloga con 8 años de experiencia en procesos de Recursos Humanos para la industria TI Internacional con filiales en Colombia y LATAM. Soy una intensa con el tema de la experiencia positiva del candidato - luego empleado, reflejo la calidad humana ... Show more

Regine Njiké is a Cameroonian researcher in the domain of social sciences. While staying in her study areas, Regine and her team were highlight the problem of women' lack of knowledge and selflessness in digital tools. This problem is more acute in rural areas, which is why, through WAFTAI, women and girls in rural areas not only have access to digital knowledge but also become active participants.

Holder of a Ph.D in social and cultural anthropology, Regine and her team are committed to the free sharing of cultural knowledge through Wikimedia projects and Kiwix technologies. Here too, women are at the center of the action. Regine is also a consultant on several development projects.

Regine Njiké is a Cameroonian researcher in the domain of social sciences. While staying in her study areas, Regine and her team were highlight the problem of women' lack of knowledge and selflessness in digital tools. This problem is more acute in r... Show more

Bio :
Eric Wada is a cultural practitioner and Indigenous graduate scholar at the University of Hawaiʻi at Hilo, Ka Haka ʻUla o Keʻelikōlani, College of Hawaiian Language, Program for Indigenous Language and Culture Revitalization and Education. His work bridges performing arts, language, and ceremony to explore Okinawan identity, diaspora, and decolonial practice. Through the philosophy of Nadayashiku—conciliation as a pedagogy for survival—Wada examines how Indigenous and land-based education can foster responsible allyship, heal generational trauma, and inspire language revitalization grounded in ancestral worldview through decolonizing and re-indigenizing methodology. "From our experiences, decolonization as a process places us within a multi-layered social dermis where imperial and colonial powers have impregnated politics and cultures (Smith 2021, p. XV, Decolonizing Methodologies)."

Bio : Eric Wada is a cultural practitioner and Indigenous graduate scholar at the University of Hawaiʻi at Hilo, Ka Haka ʻUla o Keʻelikōlani, College of Hawaiian Language, Program for Indigenous Language and Culture Revitalization and Education. His... Show more

Jennifer A. Matwawana (Slay), MSW, RSW is an award-winning professional speaker, leadership strategist, and registered social worker with 27 years of experience supporting leaders, teams, and organizations to move from intention to meaningful action. She is the Co-Founder of AWL Partners and All Women L.E.A.D., where she delivers emotionally intelligent leadership development, communication training, and workplace wellness programming across Canada and internationally.
Jennifer is a Certified Extended DiSC Trainer and International Trainer with the Crisis & Trauma Resource Institute. She is the co-creator of the Willingness–Clarity Gap™ framework, a practical tool for diagnosing why organizations stall despite good intentions. She has delivered keynotes and workshops at conferences, leadership summits, and corporate events across sectors including trades, manufacturing, healthcare, post-secondary education, finance, government, and the nonprofit sector.
Her TEDx talk, “The Adversity Perspective,” is available at ted.com. Jennifer is an International Amazon Best-Selling Author and the recipient of the Queen Elizabeth II Diamond Jubilee Medal and the City of London Diversity, Inclusion & Anti-Oppression Award. Her third book, You’re Not the Boss of Me! – Slaying Your Inner Critic, releases in March 2026.

Jennifer A. Matwawana (Slay), MSW, RSW is an award-winning professional speaker, leadership strategist, and registered social worker with 27 years of experience supporting leaders, teams, and organizations to move from intention to meaningful action.... Show more

Qishen Sam Liang
samliangsk@gmail.com | https://www.linkedin.com/in/qishen-sam-liang/

EDUCATION
University of California, Santa Barbara | September 2019-June 2023
Bachelor of Arts, Asian American Studies
Honors: Distinction in Asian American Studies & College of Letters & Science Highest Honors

University of Southern California | August 2023-May 2025
Master of Science, Computer Science (Computer Networks)

University of California, Santa Barbara | September 2019-June 2023
Bachelor of Science, Computer Science

RELEVANT RESEARCH & PROJECT EXPERIENCE
Researcher | UCSB Department of Asian American Studies | August 2022-June 2023
Research Project: The Transformation of Asian and Asian American Stereotypes and Representations in the United States

Conducted media content analysis to investigate how dominant narratives about Asians and Asian Americans have been constructed to serve shifting national interests and maintain racial hierarchies.
Analyzed a diverse range of sources, including magazine articles like “How to Tell Japs from the Chinese,” political cartoon “The Honorable Fifth Column,” and COVID-19 anti-Asian news reports.
Argued that while modes of expression evolve, the underlying hegemonic frameworks of stereotype persist, demonstrating the shift from overt to subtle forms of representation in the modern era.
This research, which drew upon frameworks of racial formation and stereotype theory, culminated in a 30 pages paper and a departmental presentation.

Project Manager & Game Developer | University of Southern California | January 2025-May 2025
Project: Area 31: A Horror Maze Game

Led the design and development of a 2D narrative game in C# and Unity, gaining practical experience in the creation of interactive media and player-driven storytelling.
Engineered systems for managing player state and progression, directly informing research into how player agency and interactive systems shape understandings.
Managed the project lifecycle using Agile methodologies, demonstrating leadership in a collaborative, creative-technical environment.

SKILLS & INTERESTS
Research Areas: Asian American Studies, Games, Stereotypes, Computer Networking, Security
Technical Skills: Python, Unity, C#, Git, Data Curation, Data Analysis
Languages: English (Fluent), Mandarin (Fluent), Cantonese (Fluent)

Qishen Sam Liang samliangsk@gmail.com | https://www.linkedin.com/in/qishen-sam-liang/ EDUCATION University of California, Santa Barbara | September 2019-June 2023 Bachelor of Arts, Asian American Studies Honors: Distinction in Asian American ... Show more

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

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

Giurista di formazione, sono agente contrattuale presso l’Agenzia dell’Unione europea EFSA dal 2021. Specializzata in protezione internazionale dei diritti umani presso La Sapienza, ho maturato esperienze professionali in contesti internazionali, tra cui in Ghana, nell'ambito di un progetto europeo dedicato alla tutela di categorie vulnerabili.
Nel 2025 ho completato un Master in Business Administration. Dal 2023 sono co-fondatrice del Comitato per la Diversità e l’Inclusione di EFSA, contribuendo allo sviluppo di pratiche organizzative più eque e inclusive.

Giurista di formazione, sono agente contrattuale presso l’Agenzia dell’Unione europea EFSA dal 2021. Specializzata in protezione internazionale dei diritti umani presso La Sapienza, ho maturato esperienze professionali in contesti internazionali, tra... 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

Alexandre Tavares é sócio-fundador da Tavares Data AI e especialista em dados com mais de 24 anos de experiência em TI. Com uma carreira sólida que transita entre o desenvolvimento de software e a liderança de projetos complexos de Big Data, IA e Governança, acumulou passagens estratégicas por grandes instituições como C6 Bank, GFT, Falconi e Cogna.

Arquiteto de Soluções Cloud (AWS, GCP e Azure), Alexandre é reconhecido pela capacidade de modernizar plataformas de dados e implementar culturas Data Driven em ambientes de alta escala. Paralelamente à atuação executiva, contribui para a formação de novos talentos como Professor de MBA na Universidade Presbiteriana Mackenzie e coordenador adjunto na UniFAAT. É formado em Data Analytics & Big Data pela Faculdade Impacta, com pós-graduação em Arquitetura de Dados pela Data Science Academy.

Alexandre Tavares é sócio-fundador da Tavares Data AI e especialista em dados com mais de 24 anos de experiência em TI. Com uma carreira sólida que transita entre o desenvolvimento de software e a liderança de projetos complexos de Big Data, IA e Gov... 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

A champion for high-performance cultures, I empower teams to navigate complex organizational change while driving sustainable innovation. My approach centers on Human-centric Leadership, ensuring that technical excellence and strategic growth are built on a foundation of trust and psychological safety. With a track record of guiding teams through rapid transitions, I provide actionable frameworks for leaders who want to achieve results without sacrificing the human element.

A champion for high-performance cultures, I empower teams to navigate complex organizational change while driving sustainable innovation. My approach centers on Human-centric Leadership, ensuring that technical excellence and strategic growth are bui... 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

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

Suvarna is an experienced agile enthusiast supports organisations in unlocking their full potential and elevating their impact and success using agile ways of working, a blended methodology of Mindset-maps, Emotional Intelligence, Neuroscience, NLP, and Positive Psychology.
As a certified coach, she's dedicated to fostering a culture of innovation and continuous improvement, empowering teams to deliver results consistently. Her commitment, authenticity, and trust values have proven invaluable in facilitating successful transformations for high-impact projects, establishing psychologically safe environments, and collaborating with leaders to ensure seamless alignment between strategy and execution.

Suvarna is an experienced agile enthusiast supports organisations in unlocking their full potential and elevating their impact and success using agile ways of working, a blended methodology of Mindset-maps, Emotional Intelligence, Neuroscience, NLP, ... Show more

J’ai commencé à travailler en mode Agile, utilisant les principes et valeurs associés en 2009 année où je suis devenue maman Pour moi, faire le parallèle entre ma vie professionnelle et mon rôle de parent est devenu une évidence et une nécessité au fil du temps D’un naturel pragmatique et ayant besoin d’être dans l’action, j’accompagne mes enfants, tous deux ayant des troubles DYS, avec mes pratiques agile depuis maintenant 10 ans Eux me permettent également d’enrichir mes méthodes de mise en place de la méthode Agile en entreprise.

J’ai commencé à travailler en mode Agile, utilisant les principes et valeurs associés en 2009 année où je suis devenue maman Pour moi, faire le parallèle entre ma vie professionnelle et mon rôle de parent est devenu une évidence et une nécessité au f... Show more

Frank Köhne is co-head of viadee's Data Science division. He has a research background and has spent the last 15 years coordinating the company's collaborations with universities in the region, but he has also spent a lot of time on software development and architecture, often in insurance or logistics.
He is currently leading a BMBF-funded consortium with the goal of leveraging process workarounds in the context of Industry 4.0 for process innovation.

Frank Köhne is co-head of viadee's Data Science division. He has a research background and has spent the last 15 years coordinating the company's collaborations with universities in the region, but he has also spent a lot of time on software developm... Show more

Mon Adn : L'audace de danser avec l'incertitude
Mon rôle : Muscler l'envie de faire des pas de côté pour mieux faire face aux imprévus en prenant soin de soi, des autres et du vivant
Ma mission : Rendre visible l'influence des Facteurs Humains sur les décisions pour savoir les contourner

Mon Adn : L'audace de danser avec l'incertitude Mon rôle : Muscler l'envie de faire des pas de côté pour mieux faire face aux imprévus en prenant soin de soi, des autres et du vivant Ma mission : Rendre visible l'influence des Facteurs Humains sur ... Show more

Dr. Benjamin “Benny” Rieth (he/him/his) is the Vice President of Student Affairs, Enrollment, and Belonging at Bellin College. His professional background spans admissions, student affairs, campus life, and diversity, equity, and inclusion, allowing him to approach student success through an integrated, systems-level lens.
Benny is an enrolled member of the Bad River Band of Lake Superior Chippewa and a descendant of the Menominee Nation. Grounded in Indigenous ways of knowing, his scholarship and practice center on relationality, space, and student sense of belonging. He is the creator of the Five Rs of Student Sense of Belonging and Space, a research-based framework developed through qualitative inquiry into students’ lived experiences of campus environments.
In addition to his institutional leadership, Benny is the founder of BelongingU: Rieth Strategy Solutions, where he consults with colleges and organizations on belonging, equity-minded practice, and organizational culture change. He is a frequent conference presenter and speaker, amplifying Indigenous research methods and bridging theory to practice in higher education.

Dr. Benjamin “Benny” Rieth (he/him/his) is the Vice President of Student Affairs, Enrollment, and Belonging at Bellin College. His professional background spans admissions, student affairs, campus life, and diversity, equity, and inclusion, allowing ... Show more

Nick Woodley is an ISO 42001 Lead Auditor with over 25 years of enterprise technology experience, uniquely positioned to bridge the gap between AI innovation and governance requirements. As a Microsoft Certified Trainer and Cybersecurity Architect Expert, Nick combines deep Microsoft platform knowledge with practical AI governance implementation experience.
Relevant Credentials:

ISO 42001 Lead Auditor (AI Management Systems)
Microsoft Cybersecurity Architect Expert
Azure Solutions Architect Expert
CISSP & CCSP (ISC2)
Chartered Institute of Information Security (CIISec) Associate Member

Current AI Governance Experience:
As Cyber Security and Power Platform Principal at Ascent, Nick has developed AI compliance offerings incorporating DORA and NIST frameworks for European financial institutions. His recent work includes conducting AI risk assessments for global engineering companies and implementing AI governance frameworks that strike a balance between innovation and regulatory compliance.
Practical Audit Insight:
Nick's experience as an active ISO 42001 Lead Auditor provides unique insights into what actually works during audits, as opposed to theoretical compliance. His background spanning regulated industries (banking, government, insurance) gives him a practical understanding of how AI governance requirements vary across different regulatory environments and organisational contexts.
As an ISC2 East Midlands Chapter Officer, Nick actively contributes to the cybersecurity community's understanding of emerging AI security and governance challenges, making him well-positioned to share practical, implementable strategies with conference attendees.

Nick Woodley is an ISO 42001 Lead Auditor with over 25 years of enterprise technology experience, uniquely positioned to bridge the gap between AI innovation and governance requirements. As a Microsoft Certified Trainer and Cybersecurity Architect Ex... Show more

Klaus Breivik er ansatt i Direktoratet for forvaltning og økonomistyring, og gjennomfører en offentlig sektor-phd på Oslomet. Forskningen hans fokuserer på kunnskap som trengs for å utvikle sosialt bærekraftige fremtidige arbeidsplasser i møte med generativ AI. Han har en bachelorgrad i arbeidspsykologi fra Universitetet i Oslo med fokus på arbeidshelsepsykologi og en mastergrad med fokus på psykososialt arbeidsmiljø.

Klaus Breivik er ansatt i Direktoratet for forvaltning og økonomistyring, og gjennomfører en offentlig sektor-phd på Oslomet. Forskningen hans fokuserer på kunnskap som trengs for å utvikle sosialt bærekraftige fremtidige arbeidsplasser i møte med ge... Show more

Tyler Suard is a Python software developer in the field of Machine Learning and AI. He loves spaceships, giant robots, and his cat Ridley.

Tyler Suard is a Python software developer in the field of Machine Learning and AI. He loves spaceships, giant robots, and his cat Ridley. Show more

Vadim discovered his passion for business analysis at the intersection of his training as psychologist and his deep interest in information technology. With years of business and IT experience in his backpack, he now focusses on training & coaching best practices to the analysts at Colruyt Group IT, and on building a thriving BA community where knowledge sharing is second nature.

Vadim discovered his passion for business analysis at the intersection of his training as psychologist and his deep interest in information technology. With years of business and IT experience in his backpack, he now focusses on training & coaching b... 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

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

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