Sheryn Knaïder, known as "The Disruptive Creator," is a professional who believes in unlocking solutions within challenges by embracing the power of perspective.

With a focus on transforming adversity into achievement and the need for constant reinvention, Sheryn emphasizes the importance of creativity and Problem Solving in navigating today's complex business landscape.

She applies her expertise in various ways: as a Multilingual Keynote Speaker, Trainer, Coach, Consultant, and Author.

Fluent in French, Italian, English, and Arabic, she excels in creative problem-solving, offering solutions to individuals and organizations seeking to thrive in challenging environments.

In addition to her professional endeavors, Sheryn is the Founding President of the Professional Speakers Association of MENA & GCC - PSA Arabia, where her mission is to give a voice to women in these regions and empower them to speak up.

She is also a stand-up comedian in both English and Arabic language.

Sheryn Knaïder, known as "The Disruptive Creator," is a professional who believes in unlocking solutions within challenges by embracing the power of perspective. With a focus on transforming adversity into achievement and the need for constant r... Show more

Tariq Ali Cayne, also known as TAC, is a distinguished educator, speaker, and business professional dedicated to fostering growth and development across diverse audiences. As the Co-Founder and Coaching Director of Pitch Play Co., he integrates gamification into career coaching, making professional development both engaging and accessible.

With a robust background that includes teaching mathematics and serving in various capacities at Fortune 500 companies, Tariq has honed his expertise in business analysis, operations management, and program management. His academic credentials include a Bachelor of Science in Mathematics from Georgia State University, complemented by Lean Six Sigma, Scrum Mastery, Data Analytics, and Digital Transformation certifications from esteemed institutions such as Cornell University and MIT.

Tariq's speaking engagements are characterized by his strategic mindset and competitive nature, which he attributes to his lifelong passions as a curious scholar, enthusiastic gamer, and basketball aficionado. He emphasizes the importance of personal investment and continuous learning, inspiring audiences to view business as a game that can be mastered with the right approach.

Beyond his professional endeavors, Tariq is an avid gamer, traveler, and culinary enthusiast, bringing a well-rounded perspective to his coaching and speaking engagements. He aims to empower individuals to achieve their career goals by making career development fun and approachable.

Tariq Ali Cayne, also known as TAC, is a distinguished educator, speaker, and business professional dedicated to fostering growth and development across diverse audiences. As the Co-Founder and Coaching Director of Pitch Play Co., he integrates gamif... Show more

Eran Yahav is the CTO of Tabnine and a professor of Computer Science at the Technion, Israel. His research interests include program synthesis, machine learning for code, program analysis, and program verification. Eran loves long-distance running, and while he hasn’t yet won any medals, he has suffered at least one instance of heatstroke while trying.

Eran Yahav is the CTO of Tabnine and a professor of Computer Science at the Technion, Israel. His research interests include program synthesis, machine learning for code, program analysis, and program verification. Eran loves long-distance running, a... Show more

Cortina Jenelle Caldwell, MAML is on a mission to make the world, or at least her corner of it, a better place. Since the age of 12, Cortina has been a student of creativity and entrepreneurship, learning at the hands of elders, mentors and teachers in the rural South about how to serve, how to build good business and how to be a leader in life. Having to overcome the challenges of being born to teenage parents, the strife of poverty and the slippery slope of wanting to “make it out”, Cortina had an early passion to build the life God envisioned for her and go beyond the limitations imposed upon her by society. The early teachings to pursue an education, keep God first in all things and be a good human paid off and her life is an ongoing testament to the power of hard work, strategy, resilience, authenticity and working from the heart. Since 2004, Cortina has been speaking to audiences all over the world, seeking to ignite hope and courage in others. Notable achievements in her career include:

EPA & Tuskegee University, Environmental Justice Fellow, 2024;
River City Company, Emerging Producers Fellow, 2024;
ArtsBuild Periscope CHA Fellow, 2024;
Certified ICAgile Professional, 2023;
KNOW Global, Notable Women: Asheville, 2020;
Tzedek Impact Award, 2019;
Certified Grant Writing Professional, 2018;
Certified Creative Facilitator, 2016;
Masters of Art in Business Management & Leadership, 2015;
40 Under Forty: Asheville, 2013;
Emerging Entrepreneur of the Year Award, 2012;
Phi Alpha Honor Society, 2008; and
Alpha Lambda Delta Honor Society, 2005.

Cortina Jenelle Caldwell, MAML is on a mission to make the world, or at least her corner of it, a better place. Since the age of 12, Cortina has been a student of creativity and entrepreneurship, learning at the hands of elders, mentors and teachers ... Show more

I have a degree in Physics and Astronomy, but I work in IT. Okay, nothing special there. The unlikely thing is that before I ventured into the "exact sciences" (a somewhat inaccurate label, by the way), I actually completed 6 semesters of Literature. So, I have some "humanities" in my academic background. Okay, but what career doesn't? Details of my profile that might give you an idea of ​​the line I want to take in my content production.

My completed writing projects are: editorial and writing for the pop culture and science dissemination magazine Geeky~iD, as well as authoring the book “A Paisagem Limpido ~ Gênese vampírica”. I also wrote research and dissemination articles on Physics, Epistemology, Ancient History, Comparative Religions and Mythology.

As academic activities, I coordinated the UFF/Unesco extension project in Environmental Education, gave lectures at research institutes on Climate Change, clean energy, sustainable development, astronomy, quantum theory, relativity, philosophy of science, data science and artificial intelligence.

I have a degree in Physics and Astronomy, but I work in IT. Okay, nothing special there. The unlikely thing is that before I ventured into the "exact sciences" (a somewhat inaccurate label, by the way), I actually completed 6 semesters of Literature.... Show more

IEEE and Gartner keynote speaker, Renata Loureiro Frade is a PhD Candidate in Information and Communication in Digital Platforms at the University of Aveiro and University of Porto, Portugal. Her research focuses on women in technology communities, digital storytelling, and technofeminism.
Frade has over 20 years of experience as a hybrid professional combining academic research, multiplatform content strategy and production, innovative projects, consulting, and digital ethnography. She is passionate about empowering women to work and become entrepreneurs in IT and STEAM fields, promoting diversity and inclusion.

Attendee in Futures of Entertainment transmedia conference with Dr. Henry Jenkins in MIT MediaLab (2012) and Future of Media conference in Stanford Graduate School of Business at the Stanford University (2016). Artificial Intelligence researcher at the Cátedra Oscar Sala at the University of São Paulo.

As an accomplished author and researcher, Renata Frade has published numerous academic papers and articles on topics related to women in technology, digital storytelling, and technological feminism. She co-edited the book "Technofeminism: Multi and Transdisciplinary Contemporary Views of Women in Technology" (2023) and has presented her research at international conferences.

Frade's work has been recognized with several awards and scholarships, including the Santander Coders 2023 award and a Research Scholarship from the Portuguese Foundation for Science and Technology (FCT) for her doctoral studies.

In addition to her academic pursuits, Renata Frade is an active science communicator, frequently contributing articles to media outlets (Digitalks PT, Sapo, Público, Mídia Ninja etc) and speaking at industry events on topics related to women in technology, digital innovation, and transmedia storytelling. She has also led several impactful projects, such as Punch! for Writers, Menino da Terra book app and LitGrilsBr, including developing educational platforms and organizing academic conferences.

Her commitment to staying at the forefront of digital innovation is evident in her pursuit of UX Design Fundamentals specialization from the California Institute of Arts and UX/UI and Interface Design at the University of São Paulo. She's been invited to interviews to digital influencers and press-media such as Público Portuguese newspaper.

Frade holds a Master's degree in Literature from the State University of Rio de Janeiro and a Bachelor's degree in Social Communication (Journalism) from the Pontifical Catholic University of Rio de Janeiro. Her interdisciplinary background uniquely positions her at the intersection of technology, communication, and social impact.

IEEE and Gartner keynote speaker, Renata Loureiro Frade is a PhD Candidate in Information and Communication in Digital Platforms at the University of Aveiro and University of Porto, Portugal. Her research focuses on women in technology communities, d... Show more

My background in UI/UX Design with 4+ years of experience enables me to bridge the gap between design and functionality, ensuring that the end product meets both user expectations and technical requirements. This multidisciplinary knowledge allows me to effectively collaborate with designers, developers, and other stakeholders throughout the development lifecycle.

My background in UI/UX Design with 4+ years of experience enables me to bridge the gap between design and functionality, ensuring that the end product meets both user expectations and technical requirements. This multidisciplinary knowledge allows me... Show more

Susi Bauer (She/her or They/them) is a freelance ADHD Coach, Facilitator, Training Designer, and consultant.

After a decade in the video games industry, she changed career paths following a late ADHD diagnosis. Her mission is to share kind conversations, knowledge, and tools with individuals and organisations to foster growth. Susi loves to collaborate to find better answers to old questions and create spaces where everyone's needs are recognised and met.

As a coach, she helps people embrace their authentic, curious selves. She's qualified in Knowledge-Based Coaching & ADHD Coaching and often works with adults with ADHD, entry- to mid-level managers, career changers, and leaders of volunteer organisations.
She also offers training, facilitation, and consulting to organisations and teams.

Susi Bauer (She/her or They/them) is a freelance ADHD Coach, Facilitator, Training Designer, and consultant. After a decade in the video games industry, she changed career paths following a late ADHD diagnosis. Her mission is to share kind convers... Show more

Em Wilson is a current member of the Air National Guard and a Senior People & Talent Specialist at CivicActions.

Em Wilson is a current member of the Air National Guard and a Senior People & Talent Specialist at CivicActions. Show more

I am a passionate data scientist and software developer with a strong background in machine learning, data visualization, natural language processing, dashboards, graph data science, and full-stack development. I thrive on turning data into actionable insights and creating software solutions that drive business success.

Awards:
* Winner: International Data Visualization Competition
* Top Contributor: AA Idea Rally
* Hall of Famer: Hacktoberfest

I am a passionate data scientist and software developer with a strong background in machine learning, data visualization, natural language processing, dashboards, graph data science, and full-stack development. I thrive on turning data into actionabl... Show more

Just Isaac - Your Breakthrough Specialist

Just Isaac is renowned for his powerful and transparent approach to public speaking, empowering audiences to break through personal barriers and discover their true potential. A six-time boxing champion, Top 40 radio artist, lead actor, and three-time author, Just Isaac draws on his diverse experiences to deliver impactful messages that resonate deeply. He overcame significant challenges, including bullying and suicidal thoughts, to inspire others to rise above their limitations.

Known for connecting authentically with people, Just Isaac's talks are more than motivational—they are transformative. His words encourage audiences to embrace their inner greatness and push beyond their perceived boundaries. Whether speaking to small groups or large audiences, Just Isaac leaves a lasting impression, equipping listeners with the mindset and tools for lasting change.

Just Isaac - Your Breakthrough Specialist Just Isaac is renowned for his powerful and transparent approach to public speaking, empowering audiences to break through personal barriers and discover their true potential. A six-time boxing champion, T... Show more

Matthew Dickson helps people with mental illness in developing countries so they can get access to basic mental health care at MindAid.ca.

Mind Aid is the world's first website with all the organizations working on mental health in developing countries on one site (they are otherwise scattered across the web).

These organizations use models of basic mental health care that are low-cost, proven effective, and scalable.

Some of these organizations have been endorsed by Bill Clinton, Forest Whitaker, Arcade Fire, Ashley Judd, as well as Zak Williams (son of Robin Williams) and Tim Shriver, founder of the Special Olympics.

Matthew has successfully recovered from schizophrenia and has bicycled across Canada twice.

Matthew Dickson helps people with mental illness in developing countries so they can get access to basic mental health care at MindAid.ca. Mind Aid is the world's first website with all the organizations working on mental health in developing coun... Show more

Pavel Fedotov is a seasoned Full Stack Blockchain Developer with over 4 years of experience in engineering decentralized applications using a diverse tech stack that includes Rust, Solidity, Python, JavaScript, TypeScript, React, and Next.js. He successfully completed the Filecoin grant related to decentralized identity and secured a RetroPGF grant from the Optimism foundation with 25 ballots for his project, Pin Save.

Pavel holds a BA in Business Studies and Economics from the University of Manchester, where he published a popular academic article on the electric vehicle industry, amassing over 50,000 downloads. Notably, he has received approximately $40 million in delegated ARB tokens during pivotal committee elections on Arbitrum.

An active contributor to the Web3 community, Pavel has presented at significant conferences, including ETH Belgrade 2024 and IPFS Camp 2024. His data science achievements in Web3 include a comprehensive analysis report on Gitcoin Grants data and innovative ideas for Ethereum security data collection.

Pavel Fedotov is a seasoned Full Stack Blockchain Developer with over 4 years of experience in engineering decentralized applications using a diverse tech stack that includes Rust, Solidity, Python, JavaScript, TypeScript, React, and Next.js. He succ... Show more

With over a decade of experience in analytics, Guilherme has a proven track record in transforming data into actionable insights across various industries, including automotive with BMW Group and financial services with BMW Bank. He also led marketing analytics at Kindred Group and authored “Data Analytics for Marketing” by Packt Publishing.

With over a decade of experience in analytics, Guilherme has a proven track record in transforming data into actionable insights across various industries, including automotive with BMW Group and financial services with BMW Bank. He also led marketin... Show more

I’ve been working with Drupal for over 10 years and have always carried a large-scale project idea since my teenage years. It’s too big to tackle alone, so I’ve split it into smaller, more manageable projects. My first focus is automating the development process to improve to improve their creation efficiency.

With the freelance Drupal market being challenging this year, I decided to take my ideas seriously, sharing them publicly to gauge their relevance before diving into development.

I’ve been working with Drupal for over 10 years and have always carried a large-scale project idea since my teenage years. It’s too big to tackle alone, so I’ve split it into smaller, more manageable projects. My first focus is automating the develop... Show more

Pratinav Seth is a research scientist at Arya.ai, where he works on enhancing the reliability and interpretability of AI models. His expertise spans multiple AI domains, with a particular emphasis on creating resource-efficient models and promoting AI trustworthiness through Explainability and uncertainty quantification. A recent graduate of the Manipal Institute of Technology, he was recognized as an AAAI Undergraduate Consortium Scholar in 2023. His research has been showcased at prestigious conferences, including CVPR and NeurIPS.

Pratinav Seth is a research scientist at Arya.ai, where he works on enhancing the reliability and interpretability of AI models. His expertise spans multiple AI domains, with a particular emphasis on creating resource-efficient models and promoting A... Show more

Omari Harebin is a digital alchemist, mentor, and author who left behind a traditional engineering career to pursue his passion for storytelling, self-expression, and digital business. Through his journey, Omari has built a successful business helping others unlock the power of online platforms like Squarespace while navigating the ups and downs of freelance life, financial challenges, and personal growth. His memoir, The Corporate Dropout, captures the essence of rejecting societal norms to pursue one's true calling, and Omari now shares his insights to inspire others to find freedom in their own path.

Omari Harebin is a digital alchemist, mentor, and author who left behind a traditional engineering career to pursue his passion for storytelling, self-expression, and digital business. Through his journey, Omari has built a successful business helpin... Show more

M. Castro Gbêmêmali Hounmenou holds a PhD in Statistics-Probability and is a post-doctoral researcher in Biostatistics and Artificial Intelligence at the Research and Training Center in Infectiology of Guinea (CERFIG), Gamal Nasser University of Conakry, Guinea. Previously, he was a Lecturer-Researcher at the Laboratory of Biometrics and Forestry Estimations at the University of Abomey-Calavi, Benin. He actively participates in various scientific communities, contributing to fields such as biostatistics, applied statistics, machine learning, artificial intelligence, climate change, agriculture, environment, and public health. He has received several awards, including the best poster award for his doctoral thesis work at the Doctoral School of Excellence Centers of Benin of the World Bank in 2021, and was nominated in 2024 among 'World Top Scientists' in the 'Best Research Article Award' category in Biostatistics. Recently, he has been appointed as a Lecturer-Researcher in Artificial Intelligence at the University of Labé. Contact: +22995306612/+224627812787, castrohounmenou@gmail.com

M. Castro Gbêmêmali Hounmenou holds a PhD in Statistics-Probability and is a post-doctoral researcher in Biostatistics and Artificial Intelligence at the Research and Training Center in Infectiology of Guinea (CERFIG), Gamal Nasser University of Cona... Show more

I am a Senior Developer at Hitachi Solutions and a freelance developer for my company The Bunny Network. I'm a wife, and mother of an amazing 10 year old. A third generation printer on both sides of my family, I have ink in my veins and a love of the printed word. I'm also into genealogy, historical preservation, and bicycling.

I am a Senior Developer at Hitachi Solutions and a freelance developer for my company The Bunny Network. I'm a wife, and mother of an amazing 10 year old. A third generation printer on both sides of my family, I have ink in my veins and a love of the... Show more

Anish Koyamparambath is a Ph.D. student at the University of Bordeaux. He is working on implementing and broadening the life cycle criticality assessment.

Anish Koyamparambath is a Ph.D. student at the University of Bordeaux. He is working on implementing and broadening the life cycle criticality assessment. Show more

Enseignant-chercheur en sciences de gestion, spécialisé dans le marketing, Jérôme Boissel rejoint Eklore Education en septembre 2025.
Enseignant dans le supérieur depuis 2011, d’abord comme vacataire dans l’enseignement privé comme public, puis ATER à l’IAE de Tours, et enseignant-doctorant à Excelia et l’ISC Paris, il rejoint ensuite Clermont School of Business où il prend la responsabilité pédagogique de la filière Management du Sport.
Son travail doctoral, soutenu en 2021 porte sur les implications d’un changement de stade sur la perception qu’ont les spectateurs de la valeur, de la proximité et de l’attachement qu’ils portent au club et à ses enceintes.
Parallèlement, ses travaux de recherche portent sur ces concepts, en abordant différentes activités dont le dénominateur commun reste la passion : le sport (football, rugby, basketball), les jeux de société – et notamment les jeux de cartes à collectionner, et la fréquentation des bistrots de quartier.
Jérôme enseigne le marketing et la communication auprès des étudiants en Bachelor et en Master. Il dispense également des cours d’initiation à la recherche (Bachelor) et de méthodologie de la recherche (Master).

Enseignant-chercheur en sciences de gestion, spécialisé dans le marketing, Jérôme Boissel rejoint Eklore Education en septembre 2025. Enseignant dans le supérieur depuis 2011, d’abord comme vacataire dans l’enseignement privé comme public, puis ATER... Show more

Alice Yang is a professor in the History Department and the Critical Race and Ethnic Studies Department at the University of California, Santa Cruz. She also Co-Directs the Center for the Study of Pacific War Memories.

Alice Yang is a professor in the History Department and the Critical Race and Ethnic Studies Department at the University of California, Santa Cruz. She also Co-Directs the Center for the Study of Pacific War Memories. Show more

Hey! I'm Arjun. I'm a 13-year old Austinite, author, speaker, world record holder, and programmer with over seven years of experience. I am also the Executive Director of TLEEM, a 501(c)(3) non-profit organization helping 4,000+ K-12 students and young adults network.

Hey! I'm Arjun. I'm a 13-year old Austinite, author, speaker, world record holder, and programmer with over seven years of experience. I am also the Executive Director of TLEEM, a 501(c)(3) non-profit organization helping 4,000+ K-12 students and you... Show more

Satya Subrahmanya Sai Ram Gopal Peri (Ram Gopal Peri) is a seasoned Business Integration Architecture leader with over 28 years of global experience delivering large-scale HCM and Payroll transformation initiatives for Fortune 100 companies and global enterprises across technology, pharmaceuticals, telecommunications, aviation, oil & gas, and life sciences.
Renowned for bridging strategic vision with hands-on execution, he has architected and implemented complex HR technology solutions across on-premise and cloud ecosystems, led multi-country deployments, established Centers of Excellence, and championed modernization strategies with AI, ML, and automation. His career highlights include integrating AI-driven workforce management at Halliburton, directing HR solutions for Microsoft across 109 countries, leading greenfield SuccessFactors implementations for Etihad Airways, and managing SAP HR and Payroll for Shell in 125 countries.
Currently at Accenture, he drives enterprise-wide transformation programs for leading U.S.-based organizations, focusing on scalability, compliance, and user experience through effective stakeholder engagement and global delivery models. An accomplished author with multiple publications and books on HR innovation, AI, and strategic leadership, he holds advanced credentials from premier institutions and is recognized for his expertise in aligning people, processes, and platforms in the evolving digital HR landscape.

Satya Subrahmanya Sai Ram Gopal Peri (Ram Gopal Peri) is a seasoned Business Integration Architecture leader with over 28 years of global experience delivering large-scale HCM and Payroll transformation initiatives for Fortune 100 companies and globa... Show more

Principle Software Engineer at Red Hat

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Lisa is a pharmacist dedicated to empowering patients to take care of their own health with ever advancing technology.

Lisa is a pharmacist dedicated to empowering patients to take care of their own health with ever advancing technology. Show more

Xin is an independent consultant in DDD, architecture modernization, and leadership development. Formerly Chief Architect at Danske Bank, she now keynotes internationally, advising clients and leading complex change as a sociotechnical architect. She works with teams to evolve software and human systems through collaborative discovery, modeling, and reflective conversations.

Xin is an independent consultant in DDD, architecture modernization, and leadership development. Formerly Chief Architect at Danske Bank, she now keynotes internationally, advising clients and leading complex change as a sociotechnical architect. She... Show more

I am a PhD student in computer, Machine learning researcher, Grand Nord Developers Community Leader,GDG Maroua co-organizer, google developer, computer science teacher

I am a PhD student in computer, Machine learning researcher, Grand Nord Developers Community Leader,GDG Maroua co-organizer, google developer, computer science teacher Show more