Jennifer Asouzu currently works with the Office of New Student Orientation at the University of South Carolina. In her role, she manages all marketing and communication efforts within the department, as well as campus partnerships and sponsorships. Additionally, she coordinates special population orientation programs. Jennifer is committed to creating equitable spaces in education and has a love for all things design, digital and brand-centered.

Jennifer earned her B.A. in Communication and Theatre-Performance from the College of Charleston, and her M.Ed. in Higher Education and Student Affairs from the University of South Carolina.

Jennifer Asouzu currently works with the Office of New Student Orientation at the University of South Carolina. In her role, she manages all marketing and communication efforts within the department, as well as campus partnerships and sponsorships. A... Show more

Katheryne Womack is the Principal Consultant for WSI Digital Marketing. She has 15 years experience in strategic intelligence and cyber/tech, she now leverages nearly 30 years of digital marketing insights from WSI- a global digital marketing company- for the benefit of small and local businesses all over the United States.

Katheryne Womack is the Principal Consultant for WSI Digital Marketing. She has 15 years experience in strategic intelligence and cyber/tech, she now leverages nearly 30 years of digital marketing insights from WSI- a global digital marketing company... Show more

Dr Andrew Hodges (he/they) is a fiction editor who specializes in speculative and literary fiction. Their expertise is in worldbuilding and cultural considerations when crafting setting in stories.

Andrew lived and worked in Croatia from 2008–2018 as a cultural anthropologist. In 2019 they moved to Scotland and set up a fiction editing business. They copyedit young adult fiction for Penguin Young Readers USA and offer developmental and line editing to authors seeking a publisher or preparing to self-publish. Besides editing, they have published a non-fiction book on football fan politics and activism in Croatia and are currently revising a YA speculative novel. Andrew is an advanced professional member of the Chartered Institute of Editing and Proofreading, a member of the Editorial Freelancers Association, and a member of the Society of Authors.

Dr Andrew Hodges (he/they) is a fiction editor who specializes in speculative and literary fiction. Their expertise is in worldbuilding and cultural considerations when crafting setting in stories. Andrew lived and worked in Croatia from 2008–2018... Show more

Literacy Warrior and Fitness Nerd.

Literacy Warrior and Fitness Nerd. Show more

Erin Petti is an author and creative writing instructor based in Massachusetts. She has collaborated with schools and public libraries across the state to help hundreds of young authors find their creative voices. Erin earned her MAT from Simmons College, her BA in Writing, Literature, and Publishing from Emerson College, and is certified at the 500 hour level to teach yoga and mindfulness to students of all ages.

Erin Petti is an author and creative writing instructor based in Massachusetts. She has collaborated with schools and public libraries across the state to help hundreds of young authors find their creative voices. Erin earned her MAT from Simmons Col... Show more

Chris' first job out of college was the weekend sports anchor at an NBC affiliate. If he had only known what was in store!

Interestingly enough, he still loves telling the stories of others every day. Each interaction is an opportunity to learn what made you unique, and understand where you came from. If we got to know each other more on a personal level, it would make the tough conversations easier to have.

Come tell him your story!

Chris' first job out of college was the weekend sports anchor at an NBC affiliate. If he had only known what was in store! Interestingly enough, he still loves telling the stories of others every day. Each interaction is an opportunity to learn wh... Show more

Tommy Wu is Assistant Professor of Labour Studies at McMaster University. His focus is the reproduction and normalization of racial capitalism. He received his Ph.D. in Sociology from City University of New York in 2019.

Tommy Wu is Assistant Professor of Labour Studies at McMaster University. His focus is the reproduction and normalization of racial capitalism. He received his Ph.D. in Sociology from City University of New York in 2019. Show more

https://faculty.sites.uci.edu/chrisfan/

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Sonam is the creator of the open-source library called Embed-Anything, which helps to create local and multimodal embeddings. She worked previously at Qdrant engine, in RAG, and before that, she worked at Rasa in conversational AI and generative. Previously, she worked as an AI researcher at Saama and has worked extensively on clinical trial analytics with Pfizer. She is passionate about topics like Biases in language models. She has also published a paper in the most reputed journal of computational linguistics, COLING, in ACL Anthology.

Sonam is the creator of the open-source library called Embed-Anything, which helps to create local and multimodal embeddings. She worked previously at Qdrant engine, in RAG, and before that, she worked at Rasa in conversational AI and generative. Pre... Show more

Laura Dückers, geboren in Mönchengladbach, studierte Internationales Luftverkehrsmanagement, bevor sie ihren Schwerpunkt auf Personal- und Organisationsentwicklung sowie Strategie. Sie arbeitete im Ausland und sammelte Erfahrungen in einem großen Telekommunikationsunternehmen, bevor sie 2019 zur denkwerk GmbH kam. Geschätzt für ihre zielorientierte, kompetente und empathische Arbeitsweise leitet sie seit dem Jahr 2021 als "Lead Organizational Strategy & Culture" das Talent Management Team der Digitalagentur mit aktuell rund 250 Mitarbeitenden an vier Standorten. Zu ihren Schwerpunktthemen gehören die strategische Ausrichtung und Digitalisierung der internen HR-Prozesse, Mitarbeiter:innenzufriedenheit, -gesundheit & -bindung sowie übergreifende Organisationsstrategie mit Schnittstelle zum Recruiting.

Laura Dückers, geboren in Mönchengladbach, studierte Internationales Luftverkehrsmanagement, bevor sie ihren Schwerpunkt auf Personal- und Organisationsentwicklung sowie Strategie. Sie arbeitete im Ausland und sammelte Erfahrungen in einem großen Tel... Show more

Julia H. Lee is professor of Asian American Studies at UC Irvine. She is the author of The Racial Railroad (NYU Press 2022), Understanding Maxine Hong Kingston (Univ of South Carolina Press, 2018), and Interracial Encounters: Reciprocal Representations in African- and Asian American Literatures, 1896-1937 (NYU Press). She is also a co-editor of Asian American Literature in Transition, 1850-1930, Volume 1 (Cambridge University Press, 2021). She teaches courses on Korean American experience, Asian American popular culture, Race and urban space, and Asian American literature.

Julia H. Lee is professor of Asian American Studies at UC Irvine. She is the author of The Racial Railroad (NYU Press 2022), Understanding Maxine Hong Kingston (Univ of South Carolina Press, 2018), and Interracial Encounters: Reciprocal Representatio... Show more

Director- Ministerial, Family and Volunteer Services

Director- Ministerial, Family and Volunteer Services Show more

Arthur Namias de Crasto is an economist of the University of Amsterdam with more than 25 years of experience in various positions in the Financial Sector in Curaçao and a Neo4j Certified Developer. Arthur will be a speaker at NODES 2024. Given his passion for connected data and with a background in economics and compliance, his topic will be Climate and Compliance the NGFS Scenarios.  Given the amount of (un)structured data and the Information/connection within it is often difficult and challenging to get insight and an understanding of nature in relation to economic activity and the related risks; in his session Arthur will gave visual insight in those risks.

Arthur Namias de Crasto is an economist of the University of Amsterdam with more than 25 years of experience in various positions in the Financial Sector in Curaçao and a Neo4j Certified Developer. Arthur will be a speaker at NODES 2024. Given his p... Show more

Snehal carries overall 14+ years of diversifies work experience across industries, roles, functions and different types of organizations.
Her professional journey started as a Junior R&D Engineer in core electronics industry designing products based on sensors technology for Indian parliament and few of the premium pharmaceutical clients followed by handling process automation projects for Siemens, General Motors and Hindalco.
Since November 2010, she started working in Banking and Finance wearing different hats as Business Analyst, System Analyst, Data Analyst, Product Owner, Data Modeler across Investment Banking, Regulatory, Risk, Compliance, Wealth Management in close collaboration with Enterprise Data Management, Governance and Architecture functions.
She has been associated with organizations like Barclays, Credit Suisse, Deutsche Bank, HSBC and KPMG.

Snehal has a keen interest in Yogasana, Pranayams and is a great promoter of mindful eating habits that she believes are key to prioritize one's wellbeing. Snehal has been a zonal level singer and has profound interest in music, sand-art, painting and crafting.

Snehal carries overall 14+ years of diversifies work experience across industries, roles, functions and different types of organizations. Her professional journey started as a Junior R&D Engineer in core electronics industry designing products based... Show more

Tamara Venit-Shelton is a Professor of History at Claremont McKenna College and author of the award-winning Herbs and Roots: A History of Chinese Doctors in the American Medical Marketplace.

Tamara Venit-Shelton is a Professor of History at Claremont McKenna College and author of the award-winning Herbs and Roots: A History of Chinese Doctors in the American Medical Marketplace. Show more

Soy Mery, una psicóloga apasionada por cultivar entornos laborales saludables e inclusivos donde todas las personas se sientan valoradas, apoyadas y empoderadas para alcanzar su máximo potencial. Desde 2012, me he dedicado a la Psicología Organizacional, con foco en Talent Acquisition, con una perspectiva que combina la psicología aplicada y un enfoque centrado en la inclusión cultural y de la neurodiversidad. Creo firmemente que crear lugares de trabajo que fomenten la innovación, la creatividad y la productividad es la clave del éxito en un mundo laboral altamente demandante y globalizado.

Soy Mery, una psicóloga apasionada por cultivar entornos laborales saludables e inclusivos donde todas las personas se sientan valoradas, apoyadas y empoderadas para alcanzar su máximo potencial. Desde 2012, me he dedicado a la Psicología Organizacio... Show more

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

Maria Morukian, president of MSM Global Consulting, is a recognized speaker, author, and organizational development practitioner specializing in diversity, equity, inclusion, and intercultural competence. Over the last twenty years she has worked with thousands of leaders and DEI professionals to build thriving organizations that work for everyone. Maria is the author of Diversity, Equity & Inclusion for Trainers: Fostering DEI in the Workplace and host of the popular DEI podcast Culture Stew.

Maria Morukian, president of MSM Global Consulting, is a recognized speaker, author, and organizational development practitioner specializing in diversity, equity, inclusion, and intercultural competence. Over the last twenty years she has worked wit... Show more

Madeline Anderson is the author of Girl Dad and an entrepreneur. She has a passion for neuroscience, psychology, writing, and speaking. She is the daughter of a Girl Dad and spent years interviewing a wide array of fathers and daughters to write her heartfelt book on how to be the best father to a daughter. Madeline graduated from the University of California, Los Angeles with a degree in Business Economics.

Madeline Anderson is the author of Girl Dad and an entrepreneur. She has a passion for neuroscience, psychology, writing, and speaking. She is the daughter of a Girl Dad and spent years interviewing a wide array of fathers and daughters to write her ... Show more

I am Antonio, an MPhil student in Machine Learning and Machine Intelligence at Cambridge University. Before starting my master's, I completed a BSc in Mathematics at VU Amsterdam, where I worked on my thesis in collaboration with CRM Barcelona, studying how quenched variability affects memory storage in recurrent neuronal networks, guided by Daniele Avitabile and Alexander Roxin. I also completed a research internship at Artificial Neural Computing, focusing on the boundary dynamics of neural networks. Additionally, I co-founded altan.ai, a startup aimed at automating workflows using AI, and I had the opportunity to teach courses in Single Variable Calculus, Probability Theory, and Linear Algebra as a Teaching Assistant at VU Amsterdam.

Before shifting to AI, I earned a BA in Global Studies from Pompeu Fabra University, where I developed a strong foundation in business and economics through an interdisciplinary program. While I still enjoy diving into discussions about global politics, economics, and pressing world issues, I decided not to pursue a career in that field. After a period of self-learning and exploration, I decided to commit myself to tackling what I believe to be one of the greatest challenges of this century: understanding the workings of the brain and, more broadly, the nature of intelligence.

I am interested in exploring the computational principles of natural and artificial intelligence, aiming to "reverse engineer" the brain's algorithms, both to learn about how our brains work and to build more effective AI systems. In the long term, my goal is to leverage AI to help people gain greater agency over their circumstances and reach their full potential. I particularly want to focus my research on areas such as adaptation, abstraction, generalization, knowledge representation, computational neuroscience, and reinforcement learning.

I am Antonio, an MPhil student in Machine Learning and Machine Intelligence at Cambridge University. Before starting my master's, I completed a BSc in Mathematics at VU Amsterdam, where I worked on my thesis in collaboration with CRM Barcelona, study... Show more

Doctoral Candidate

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A curious Scrum Master and Agile Coach with over four years (4+)of hands-on experience in the dynamic world of mobile game development and currently in FINTECH. my passion is Human Behavior and neuropsychology and nowadays investigating these topics.

A curious Scrum Master and Agile Coach with over four years (4+)of hands-on experience in the dynamic world of mobile game development and currently in FINTECH. my passion is Human Behavior and neuropsychology and nowadays investigating these topics.... Show more

~ 4+ years architecting & developing scalable, fault-tolerant software solutions. Passionate about science communication, published author of technical articles.

~ Full-stack expertise crafting robust systems across backend & frontend. Science enthusiast, dedicated to bridging the gap between technical knowledge & public understanding.

~ Leveraging a unique blend of software architecture & science communication skills to build reliable solutions and share technical insights for broader impact.

~ 4+ years architecting & developing scalable, fault-tolerant software solutions. Passionate about science communication, published author of technical articles. ~ Full-stack expertise crafting robust systems across backend & frontend. Science ent... Show more

Philosopher and entreprenuer, involved with technology and communication since 1999. Co-founder of Agile Reloaded and Nobilita. Currently working with corporates teams in order to get their companies ready for the future, evolving the way they works and hacking their culture.

Philosopher and entreprenuer, involved with technology and communication since 1999. Co-founder of Agile Reloaded and Nobilita. Currently working with corporates teams in order to get their companies ready for the future, evolving the way they works ... Show more

Hugh A. Stoddard, M.Ed., Ph.D., is the Associate Dean for Evaluation, Assessment, and Education Research in the School of Medicine at the Baylor College of Medicine in Houston TX, USA and holds an appointment as Professor in the Department of Education, Innovation, and Technology. Prior to joining the BCM faculty in 2023, he was the Assistant Dean for Medical Education Research at Emory University School of Medicine in Atlanta, GA from 2013 – 2023 and Assistant Dean for Medical Education at the University of Nebraska College of Medicine from 2004 – 2013 where he also held the position of Director of the Curriculum and Educational Research Office.
Dr. Stoddard earned his Ph.D. in Educational Studies (Administration, Curriculum, and Learning) and his Master of Education (Economics Education) from the University of Nebraska. He received his Bachelor of Arts from St. Olaf College, majoring in Philosophy and Anthropology. Before launching his career in medical education research in 2004, he was a high school teacher and coach in Nebraska, Saudi Arabia, and Colombia.
Dr. Stoddard is a member and contributor to the American Educational Research Association, the National Council on Measurement in Education, the Association of American Medical Colleges, and the Society of Directors of Research in Medical Education. He was elected President of SDRME 2009-12, the Chair of The Generalists in Medical Education 2017-2020, has been the Co-Chair of the MedBiquitous Curriculum Inventory Working Group since 2014, and was Program Chair for AERA Division I Annual Meeting in 2015.
Dr. Stoddard’s primary research interests include: organization of educational programs and educational quality improvement, assessment of medical student performance, recruitment and retention of medical students from underrepresented groups, and implementation of educational technology.

Hugh A. Stoddard, M.Ed., Ph.D., is the Associate Dean for Evaluation, Assessment, and Education Research in the School of Medicine at the Baylor College of Medicine in Houston TX, USA and holds an appointment as Professor in the Department of Educati... Show more

Chan works closely with technologists to successfully open source and innersource their work and builds community through developer relationships. She is a certified Project Management Professional, holds a Master's degree in Spatial Analytics, and has experience in program managing federally-funded, health-related, and data-driven research and software development projects. During her free time, she explores adventures like rock climbing, snowboarding, hiking the backcountry, and meditating.

Chan works closely with technologists to successfully open source and innersource their work and builds community through developer relationships. She is a certified Project Management Professional, holds a Master's degree in Spatial Analytics, and h... Show more

Dr. Mary Hayes joined the ADP Research Institute in January of 2016. She earned a Ph.D. in Educational Leadership from the University of Nebraska-Lincoln in 2018. Her Master's degree in Educational Psychology from the University of Nebraska - Lincoln was focused on Qualitative, Quantitative and Psychometrics Methodology with additional work in Survey Research Methodology. Both of Dr. Hayes' degrees focus on the psychology of people and how these people flourish though positive psychology. Dr. Hayes' research focus has been on engagement, turnover, knowledge worker performance and teams in the workplace. Dr. Hayes has partnered with Marcus Buckingham for over a decade to design and implement valid and reliable tools to help workers get more out of their work experiences. The partnership has been described as the practitioner/ scientist model where we bring the best of both worlds to make a difference for the knowledge worker.

Dr. Mary Hayes joined the ADP Research Institute in January of 2016. She earned a Ph.D. in Educational Leadership from the University of Nebraska-Lincoln in 2018. Her Master's degree in Educational Psychology from the University of Nebraska - Lincoln... Show more

Researcher. Builder. Hacker. Traveler.

Researcher. Builder. Hacker. Traveler. Show more

Diletta Fabiani is a research fellow at Tokyo’s Sasakawa Peace Foundation. Her research interests include security-related multilateral frameworks in the Asia-Pacific and cyber security discourse and regulations within these frameworks. She has a Ph.D. in International Studies from Waseda University.

Diletta Fabiani is a research fellow at Tokyo’s Sasakawa Peace Foundation. Her research interests include security-related multilateral frameworks in the Asia-Pacific and cyber security discourse and regulations within these frameworks. She has a Ph.... Show more

Dr. Joseph Hyde is an innovative and highly-effective Human Resources Leader with an extensive and diverse background in public education. With a career spanning nearly three decades, Dr. Hyde has consistently demonstrated a commitment to fostering educational environments that prioritize relationships, rigor, and relevance.

Dr. Hyde holds Multiple Subjects and Secondary (English) teaching credentials, and he earned his Master's Degree in Educational Leadership from the University of Redlands. He further advanced his expertise with an Educational Doctorate in Educational Leadership with a concentration in Leadership K-12 Urban School Settings from the University of Southern California (USC). His dissertation, entitled "The Impact of Tenure on Principal Decision-making Regarding Teacher Selection and Retention," highlights his deep understanding of the complexities of educational leadership.

Beginning his career as a Primary Elementary Teacher, Dr. Hyde quickly established a reputation for excellence in the classroom. His passion for literature and language led to a role as a High School English Teacher, where he also took on the responsibilities of Athletic Coach, nurturing both the academic and athletic talents of his students.

Recognized for his leadership abilities, Dr. Hyde was appointed as a Department Chairperson, where he played a pivotal role in curriculum development and faculty mentoring. His expertise and dedication were further acknowledged through his participation as WASC Accreditation Team member, contributing to the evaluation and enhancement of educational programs at a variety of school sites.

Transitioning to administrative roles, Dr. Hyde served as an Assistant Principal at both the Middle and High School levels. In these positions, he demonstrated exceptional skills in school management, personnel, student discipline, and staff development. His leadership journey continued as he took on the role of Elementary Principal, where he successfully implemented programs that improved student outcomes and fostered a positive school culture. As an Educational Services Director, Dr. Hyde worked tirelessly to align instructional practices with the latest educational research, ensuring that students received a high-quality education. His commitment to equitable practices and celebrating diversity was evident in every initiative he led. In his role as Human Resources Director, Dr. Hyde excelled in recruiting, developing, and retaining talented educators and staff. His experience as an ACSA Human Resources Council member further underscored his influence and expertise in shaping HR policies and practices.

Currently serving as the Assistant Superintendent of Personnel Services, Dr. Hyde continues to be a reflective leader focused on doing what’s best for students, staff, and families. His strong belief in educational theory based on relationships, rigor, and relevance drives his work. Dr. Hyde is dedicated to creating an inclusive and supportive environment where diversity is celebrated, and all members of the educational community can thrive.

With a proven track record of leadership and a deep commitment to educational excellence, Dr. Hyde is a respected and inspirational figure in the field of public education.

Dr. Joseph Hyde is an innovative and highly-effective Human Resources Leader with an extensive and diverse background in public education. With a career spanning nearly three decades, Dr. Hyde has consistently demonstrated a commitment to fostering e... Show more