Humanities & Social Sciences

Esteemed speakers contributing their insights into human culture, behavior, and societal development

Luis Huarcaya (LUI)

Luis Huarcaya (LUI)

Founder of Your Vibes Attract Your Tribe, Web3SoulSounds, and Latin Independent Artist LUI Creating and empowering communities within the NFT and Web3 music space. LUI is an independent musician and student currently in his masters program 🎓B.A in Psychology & Music Marketing Minor. As an independent musician, LUI has been in the industry for a couple of years and has gained over 1million + streams on all platforms. In 2022, the bilingual emcee won his first Music NFT award with The Global Interview. In 2023, LUI released NFLUI Genesis Collection 100, 'Graduation EP: The American Dream', 'Yin-Yang' EP Limited Edition ( SOLD OUT), & MATR1X0 ( SOLD OUT) Music NFTs

Founder of Your Vibes Attract Your Tribe, Web3SoulSounds, and Latin Independent Artist LUI Creating and empowering communities within the NFT and Web3 music space. LUI is an independent musician and student currently in his masters program 🎓B.A in P... Show more

Amy Pons

Amy Pons

A former corporate executive who reached the highest of ladders in the corporate world before making it her mission to change workplace culture into competitive edge, Amy now equips boards, senior leaders, and people-managers to build workplaces where psychological safety drives profit.

Business-first, people-powered: Clients credit Amy’s programs with double-digit gains in engagement, retention, and idea velocity within a single quarter.
Certified expertise: Amy is a Master Certified Life Coach-trained, trauma-informed energy practitioner, and pioneer in evidence-based “feminine leadership” models that balance impact with empathy.
Data-backed storytelling: Her keynotes blend real-world metrics, behavioral science, and unforgettable audience experiments that stick with audiences for long after the slide deck ends.

A former corporate executive who reached the highest of ladders in the corporate world before making it her mission to change workplace culture into competitive edge, Amy now equips boards, senior leaders, and people-managers to build workplaces wher... Show more

Ana Jembrek

Ana Jembrek

Since childhood, Ana has lived with one foot in this world and the other in realms of magic, mystery, and dice rolls. A lifelong devotee of books, science fiction, fantasy, and TTRPGs, Ana’s idea of paradise involves a good story, a curious mind, and a band of unlikely heroes rolling for initiative. She believes we all need oases where we can share our passions, feel accepted, and be wonderfully weird together.

Since childhood, Ana has lived with one foot in this world and the other in realms of magic, mystery, and dice rolls. A lifelong devotee of books, science fiction, fantasy, and TTRPGs, Ana’s idea of paradise involves a good story, a curious mind, and... Show more

Railey Molinario

Railey Molinario

Railey Molinario is an international speaker, Relationship Intelligence expert, and global thought leader on human connection. She is on a mission to create a world where Relationship Intelligence and genuine connection are the norm, not the exception.

Railey Molinario is an international speaker, Relationship Intelligence expert, and global thought leader on human connection. She is on a mission to create a world where Relationship Intelligence and genuine connection are the norm, not the exceptio... Show more

Sumanya Kidambi

Sumanya Kidambi

I prioritize crafting impactful experiences enhance collective human mental health and well-being while liberating them through leveraging insights from sociology and neuropsychology.

I prioritize crafting impactful experiences enhance collective human mental health and well-being while liberating them through leveraging insights from sociology and neuropsychology. Show more

Deepak P

Deepak P

Exuberantly passionate about learning the intricacies of technology, science and life as a whole with an intent to simplify the understanding and provide it to the mass.

Exuberantly passionate about learning the intricacies of technology, science and life as a whole with an intent to simplify the understanding and provide it to the mass. Show more

Yashvardhan Rathi

Yashvardhan Rathi

Pursuing a PhD at University of the Cumberlands with a focus on Data Engineering, cloud computing and Business Intelligence. A certified Mountaineer and a FIDE rated Chess player.

Pursuing a PhD at University of the Cumberlands with a focus on Data Engineering, cloud computing and Business Intelligence. A certified Mountaineer and a FIDE rated Chess player. Show more

Marian Villa

Marian Villa

Sr Full-Stack Product Designer at NodeSource. Award-winning Community Builder at @Pionerasdev —recipient of IBM Open Source Community Grant 2020—. Google Launchpad Mentor, Google Developer Expert in Web Technologies, and Women Techmakers Ambassador. Passionate developer and designer with a knack for combining technology and community development.

Sr Full-Stack Product Designer at NodeSource. Award-winning Community Builder at @Pionerasdev —recipient of IBM Open Source Community Grant 2020—. Google Launchpad Mentor, Google Developer Expert in Web Technologies, and Women Techmakers Ambassador. ... Show more

Luis F. Aleman Jr

Luis F. Aleman Jr

Luis F. Aleman Jr. is an influential global strategic consultant renowned for his deep expertise in international business development, economic strategy, and government advisory services. His extensive background in international relations, monetary policy, and trade facilitation enables him to lead initiatives that bolster economic growth, strengthen global partnerships, and foster international collaboration.

As the CEO of LFA Consulting Inc., Aleman Jr. heads a globally recognized consultancy that provides high-quality advisory and support services to startups, middle-market companies, and foreign governments. His firm specializes in developing international partnerships, advancing economic development, and crafting strategic business solutions tailored to the specific needs of its clients. He has established strong connections with governments and key stakeholders across the U.S., U.K., European Union, Middle East, and African Union, promoting strategic initiatives that enhance economic cooperation and strengthen trade relations.

He possesses a strong track record in economic development, trade policy, and strategic consulting. He has collaborated with governments in Guyana, Oman, Peru, Georgia, the Democratic Republic of Congo, and Ghana to implement necessary economic and trade initiatives. His adeptness at navigating complex international markets and regulatory frameworks has made him a trusted advisor in high-stakes negotiations and transnational trade agreements.

In addition to his leadership at LFA Consulting, Luis F. holds the position of Managing Director at Ethiopian Wild Coffee (EWC). This specialty import/export business distributes wild-grown and USDA-certified organic commodities to global markets. Under East Atlantic International's parent company, EWC has expanded its operations internationally, including in Peru, offering products such as turmeric, ginger, vanilla, and tea.

His notable contributions to global economic initiatives include:

Implementing vital COVID-19 testing solutions in the Democratic Republic of Congo, assisting the government in safely managing travel and reopening crucial sectors.
Assisting Latvia and Romania in crafting energy cooperation agreements to bolster their energy sectors.

Facilitating a $1.8 billion Memorandum of Understanding for the Great Inga Dam project in the Democratic Republic of Congo with General Electric, aimed at enhancing energy production and infrastructure development.

Leading the establishment of a bilateral trade agreement between Ghana and the United States Department of Agriculture, which enabled Ghana to introduce U.S. cattle into its markets and expand agricultural trade opportunities.

At LFA Consulting, Aleman Jr. focuses on strategic partnerships, security cooperation, infrastructure development, and economic revitalization. His initiatives include enhancing border security and migration management in North Africa, advising on pivotal energy and infrastructure projects, developing innovative public-private partnership (PPP) models, and promoting economic reforms that facilitate trade liberalization and improve business environments.

Under the visionary leadership of Luis F. Aleman Jr., LFA Consulting remains at the forefront of spearheading impactful projects that promote economic expansion and enhance global business development, significantly impacting individuals and businesses worldwide. His strategic insight and unwavering commitment ensure he remains a key figure in global economic landscapes.

Luis F. Aleman Jr. is an influential global strategic consultant renowned for his deep expertise in international business development, economic strategy, and government advisory services. His extensive background in international relations, monetary... Show more

Dr. Karen Eilers

Dr. Karen Eilers

Karen Eilers ist Wirtschaftspsychologin und beschäftigt sich mit Herausforderungen und Lösungsansätzen für Führungskräfte, Teams und Unternehmen in agilen Transformationen. Begonnen in ihrer Promotionszeit im Fachbereich Wirtschaftsinformatik der Universität Kassel sowie der Universität St.Gallen, vertieft sie heute die Agilitätsforschung und transferiert die Erkenntnisse aus der Wissenschaft in die Praxis. Sie leitet das Institut für Transformation in Hamburg.

Karen Eilers ist Wirtschaftspsychologin und beschäftigt sich mit Herausforderungen und Lösungsansätzen für Führungskräfte, Teams und Unternehmen in agilen Transformationen. Begonnen in ihrer Promotionszeit im Fachbereich Wirtschaftsinformatik der Uni... Show more

Daria Soboleva

Daria Soboleva

Daria Soboleva is a Head Research Scientist at Cerebras working on efficient AI systems. Prior to Cerebras, Daria worked at Google, building expertise in research and engineering. She's the creator of SlimPajama (627B token dataset with 1M+ downloads) and BTLM-3B-8K, a model achieving 7B-level performance with less compute. Daria specializes in optimizing LLM architectures with focus on mixture-of-experts models and hardware-efficient training.

Daria Soboleva is a Head Research Scientist at Cerebras working on efficient AI systems. Prior to Cerebras, Daria worked at Google, building expertise in research and engineering. She's the creator of SlimPajama (627B token dataset with 1M+ downloads... Show more

David Aronchick

David Aronchick

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 Google Kubernetes Engine, and co-founded the Kubeflow project, and led Open Source Machine Learning Strategy at Azure. I have also worked at Protocol Labs, Amazon and Chef and co-founded three startups.

When not spending too much time in service of electrons, I can be found on a mountain (on skis), traveling the world (via restaurants) or participating in kid activities, of which there are a lot more than I remember than when I was that age.

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

Esther Davies

Esther Davies

My name is Esther Davies and I’m a storytelling enthusiast with a basis in dramaturgy of classical theatre, later academically educated in film and creative writing for video games and other interactive forms. I'm a dramaturgy graduate who also attended screenplay workshops and a writing course at Nottingham University.
I'm a native English speaker born and raised in Croatia. I am 27 years old. I work as an English teacher for young children, teaching English through stories, books, and writing. My mostly theatrical background gave me a lot of insight into character development, making me pursue character-driven storylines. My love for fiction and books gave me a rich inner world which helps with my worldbuilding.
I've been writing plays for group participants for ZKM, the Zagreb Theatre of Youth, since I was 13 years of age. I inhale books, write short prose and fiction, and have been selected as a candidate for short story contests. I also study philosophy and immerse a lot of philosophical streams of thought into my work. .

I am currently working on a Transmedia project, which will have a theatre play as its main domain, and have a narrative extension in the form of a video game concept.

I discovered circus performance in 2016. Since I was not only indulged in writing but also performing and acting, the discovery of object manipulation was an additional portal for me to express my ideas through movement. I started working on traffic lights back in 2018., evolving onto the streets of the coast, and then on the underground scene of the "Dvorana za izvedbene umjetnosti" Medika and "Triko Cirkus Teatar".

I loved the idea of not being bound to a certain theatre, director or studio, but to just make a stage wherever I am and freely express something others find out of this world, but is closer than we think.

I continue to explore performance dramaturgy and am finding my voice in the silly realms of society.

My name is Esther Davies and I’m a storytelling enthusiast with a basis in dramaturgy of classical theatre, later academically educated in film and creative writing for video games and other interactive forms. I'm a dramaturgy graduate who also atten... Show more

Abraham Martinez

Abraham Martinez

Abraham Martínez es un apasionado del diseño y la moda con 21 años, originario del colorido corazón de Oaxaca. Graduado en Ingeniería en Diseño Textil y Moda, combinando técnica e inspiración en cada uno de sus proyectos.
Fue creador de contenido para MEOW Magazine, donde dejó su huella con editoriales que mezclan estilo contemporáneo con raíces culturales. Su experiencia abarca diseño de moda, fotografía editorial, relaciones públicas, arte e historia, logrando una visión integral y sensible del universo creativo.

Se distingue por su devoción al patrimonio mexicano, llevando su riqueza estética a la moda con respeto, ingenio y orgullo. Su trabajo es un homenaje visual a las texturas, colores y narrativas de México, fusionando tradición con vanguardia.

Abraham Martínez es un apasionado del diseño y la moda con 21 años, originario del colorido corazón de Oaxaca. Graduado en Ingeniería en Diseño Textil y Moda, combinando técnica e inspiración en cada uno de sus proyectos. Fue creador de contenido pa... Show more

Hugues Vinet

Hugues Vinet

Hugues Vinet is in charge of research and innovation at IRCAM-Centre Pompidou in Paris, France, a world leading institution dedicated to research in sound and music, contemporary artistic production and their interactions.

Hugues Vinet is in charge of research and innovation at IRCAM-Centre Pompidou in Paris, France, a world leading institution dedicated to research in sound and music, contemporary artistic production and their interactions. Show more

Amrei Bahr

Amrei Bahr

Netzwerk KI und digitale Autonomie in Wissenschaft und Bildung (KiAuBi)

Netzwerk KI und digitale Autonomie in Wissenschaft und Bildung (KiAuBi) Show more

Osemhen Akhibi

Osemhen Akhibi

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Dieter Röh

Dieter Röh

Seit 2005 Professor an der Hochschule für angewandte Wissenschaften, dort auch Beauftrager für die Belange behinderter und chronisch kranker Studierender.

2005: Promotion an der Carl-von-Ossietzky-Universität Oldenburg, bei Prof. Dr. Peter Gottwald, zum Thema „Empowerment zur Lebensbewältigung – ein integriertes Konzept für die Arbeit mit chronisch psychisch kranken Menschen“

2003-2005: wissenschaftlicher Mitarbeiter im Forschungsprojekt "Entwicklung von Modellen und Standards der integrierten Versorgung im Bereich der Rehabilitation von Menschen mit motorischen Störungen“, Teilbereich: Begleitforschung und Evaluation" an der FH Emden.

1992-2003: Studium der Sozialarbeit/Sozialpädagogik und der Gesundheitswissenschaft an der FH Kiel

Seit 2005 Professor an der Hochschule für angewandte Wissenschaften, dort auch Beauftrager für die Belange behinderter und chronisch kranker Studierender. 2005: Promotion an der Carl-von-Ossietzky-Universität Oldenburg, bei Prof. Dr. Peter Gottwal... Show more

Andrea Portuese

Andrea Portuese

15 years working on several HR roles in both international enterprises and italian companies. 3 years of experience in Spain. In ConTe.it I felt i love for Agile and currently involved into agilization projects and DevOps transition in IT.
Release Train Leader/Field Manager since March 2021

15 years working on several HR roles in both international enterprises and italian companies. 3 years of experience in Spain. In ConTe.it I felt i love for Agile and currently involved into agilization projects and DevOps transition in IT. Release T... Show more

Ritu Bhattacharya

Ritu Bhattacharya

I’m a consultant who’s worn just about every hat in tech — from data engineering and software development to DevOps and platform work. Over the years, I’ve worked with teams across industries, projects, and tech stacks, solving real-world problems (and occasionally creating new ones). I’m passionate about improving developer experience, building things that don’t break too often, and finding the humor in the chaos. If it runs in prod and makes people smile — I’m in.

I’m a consultant who’s worn just about every hat in tech — from data engineering and software development to DevOps and platform work. Over the years, I’ve worked with teams across industries, projects, and tech stacks, solving real-world problems (a... Show more

Fatima Alhassan

Fatima Alhassan

A lover of community, data Analyst

A lover of community, data Analyst Show more

Barbara Mišković

Barbara Mišković

Barbara Mišković znana još i kao Sigrun Stormgard, Zmaj od Stormgarda ili jednostavno Kroničarka, autorica je serijala Kronike Zmaja od Stormgarda kao i knjige Priča o Roisin MacBride i raznih drugih fantasy i SF romana. Piše nadahnuta snovima, putovanjima, kroz ovostrane i onostrane Svjetove. Bavi se i ručnom izradom knjiga jer takve knjige sadrže najviše čarolije u sebi. Druži se s vilama, zmajevima i anđelima smrti, a dobrodošla je čak i u Everwindu što govori mnogo o njenoj reputaciji, iako, ako pitate arhmaga Sorena, o tome bi se dalo debatirati. Zato ga nemojte pitati. Jednostavno...nemojte.

Barbara Mišković znana još i kao Sigrun Stormgard, Zmaj od Stormgarda ili jednostavno Kroničarka, autorica je serijala Kronike Zmaja od Stormgarda kao i knjige Priča o Roisin MacBride i raznih drugih fantasy i SF romana. Piše nadahnuta snovima, putov... Show more

Shiv Bhushan Tripathi

Shiv Bhushan Tripathi

I am currently pursuing PhD at the Department of CSE, IIT Kanpur under the guidance of Dr. Debadatta Mishra. Before that I did Btech in CSE from NIT Durgapur.
The ever-evolving nature of Operating System & Architecture interests me a lot. Currently, I am working in the field of Virtualization (containers). In free time (hard to have), I love to think about nature (which may generate new ideas) and write Poetry.

I am currently pursuing PhD at the Department of CSE, IIT Kanpur under the guidance of Dr. Debadatta Mishra. Before that I did Btech in CSE from NIT Durgapur. The ever-evolving nature of Operating System & Architecture interests me a lot. Currently,... Show more

Rahul Deshpande

Rahul Deshpande

I am a multidisciplinary design professional with around 15 years of experience. I began my career as a Product Designer (PGDPD NID 2007-10) and have worked with corporates like Wipro, focusing on office furniture, FMCG packaging design, ergonomic seating design, and product management. Since 2021, I have transitioned into the role of a digital product designer and experience strategist. Currently, I am a Principal Experience Strategist at LTIMindtree.
Throughout my career, I have built upon the strength of empathy and explored the potential of design thinking for social design, particularly for villages. I am associated with the Nabhangan Foundation as a Design Thinking Advisor, working on projects for village development, schools, libraries, and play areas, as well as vision-mission pitches.
Since 2023, I have been conducting community-building experiments and am in the process of forming the 'Thinker's Collaborative.' This initiative aims to bridge the gap in social innovation and connect design thinking collaborators. My ultimate goal is to identify leverage points in our world that need to be addressed for a larger impact and a better future.

I am a multidisciplinary design professional with around 15 years of experience. I began my career as a Product Designer (PGDPD NID 2007-10) and have worked with corporates like Wipro, focusing on office furniture, FMCG packaging design, ergonomic se... Show more

Thomas Grundnigg

Thomas Grundnigg

I am a researcher and entrepreneur with a focus on memory systems, cultural evolution and rhetoric. At the HPI d—school I design learning experiences in the sustainability innovation space.

I am a researcher and entrepreneur with a focus on memory systems, cultural evolution and rhetoric. At the HPI d—school I design learning experiences in the sustainability innovation space. Show more

Melissa Pennington

Melissa Pennington

Melissa Pennington is a bilingual Global HR Executive with over 23 years of experience transforming people strategies across small businesses, nonprofits, and global enterprises. As the Founder of HR On Demand, she helps mission-driven organizations build compliant, inclusive, and future-ready workplaces. Melissa has spoken on national stages including AfroTech, Black In HR, and Latina in Leadership, where she empowers audiences to rethink HR as a driver of equity, innovation, and business growth.

Melissa Pennington is a bilingual Global HR Executive with over 23 years of experience transforming people strategies across small businesses, nonprofits, and global enterprises. As the Founder of HR On Demand, she helps mission-driven organizations ... Show more

Mihaela-Marija Perković

Mihaela-Marija Perković

Mihaela Marija Perković is a versatile Croatian author, editor, journalist, translator, and entrepreneur with a deep passion for storytelling and speculative fiction. She holds degrees in English and Italian language and literature as well as journalism from the University of Zagreb. Perković is the founder and CEO of *Savarakatini*, a boutique business specializing in technical writing, copywriting, public relations, and workshops for startups.

Her creative achievements include winning the Croatian national SF award SFERA in 2021 for her novella *Teuta’s Boat*, a historical fantasy set in 3rd century BC Croatia. An active contributor to science fiction fandoms, she has served as PR manager and Chair for SFeraKon, Croatia's largest sci-fi convention, and held leadership roles in international events like the Helsinki Worldcon 2017. She was also the European GUFF delegate to Australia in 2013 and has been recognized with the European Science Fiction Society Award for Best Promoter in 2015.

Mihaela Marija Perković is a versatile Croatian author, editor, journalist, translator, and entrepreneur with a deep passion for storytelling and speculative fiction. She holds degrees in English and Italian language and literature as well as journal... Show more

Florian Rampelt

Florian Rampelt

Florian Rampelt leitet im Stifterverband den Programmbereich "Future Skills & KI" und ist Geschäftsstellenleiter des KI-Campus.

Der Bildungs- und Erziehungswissenschaftler arbeitet an einer zukunftsfähigen Aus- und Weiterbildung für die digitale Transformation. Seine Forschung fokussiert sich derzeit auf Wissen, Kompetenzen und Qualifikationen zu Künstlicher Intelligenz.

Zuvor war er Director of Education bei dem gemeinnützigen Start-up Kiron Open Higher Education und wiss. Mitarbeiter an der Universität Passau in einem Projekt der Qualitätsoffensive Lehrerbildung. Florian Rampelt hat an der Universität Passau Staatswissenschaften, European Studies, Lehramt an Mittelschulen sowie Bildungs- und Erziehungswissenschaften studiert.

Florian Rampelt leitet im Stifterverband den Programmbereich "Future Skills & KI" und ist Geschäftsstellenleiter des KI-Campus. Der Bildungs- und Erziehungswissenschaftler arbeitet an einer zukunftsfähigen Aus- und Weiterbildung für die digitale ... Show more

Mya Matos

Mya Matos

Mya Matos is a proud Afro-Latina, veteran, and self-taught solution engineer with a career defined by resilience, curiosity, and a passion for storytelling. Known for her ability to connect with audiences and demystify complex technical topics, Mya brings a unique blend of authenticity, technical expertise, and customer-centricity to every stage of her work.

As a Senior Solution Engineer at Toast, Mya partners closely with sales teams to drive revenue while ensuring customers feel heard and supported throughout their journey. Her approach combines technical storytelling and real-world examples, helping customers envision themselves thriving with the technologies she presents. With a deep commitment to values-driven excellence, Mya leverages her background and natural curiosity to deliver impactful solutions that foster long-term customer engagement.

Mya’s speaking engagements include Salesforce World Tour, Dreamin in Color, the Gartner Conference, and Salesforce-led DEI initiatives, where she’s been celebrated for her conversational, inspirational style and actionable insights. Audience members leave her talks energized and ready to take action, armed with a clear understanding of how technology applies to their unique challenges and goals.

Outside of work, Mya is a passionate mentor and advocate for underrepresented communities. She has mentored over 30 veterans, with half securing meaningful work, and regularly volunteers with Hiring Our Heroes to train, inspire, and guide fellows transitioning into tech careers.

With a career spanning military service, hospitality, and technology, Mya brings a fresh and compelling perspective to the SE profession. Her dedication to authenticity and connection continues to fuel her success and inspire those around her.

Mya Matos is a proud Afro-Latina, veteran, and self-taught solution engineer with a career defined by resilience, curiosity, and a passion for storytelling. Known for her ability to connect with audiences and demystify complex technical topics, Mya b... Show more

Jonas Lang

Jonas Lang

Jonas Lang is a work and organizational psychologist and academic working in Belgium and the UK. His more conventional work mainly focuses on the application of multilevel methods, the measurement of individual differences in organizational settings, and discontinuous and dynamic change. In addition to my more conventional work, he has actively contributed to the scientific community by focusing on and trying to address ethical issues within his field, organizational research, psychology, and management through qualitative audits of research and publishing practices. He was recently arrested for his whistleblowing activity at a psychology conference and dismissed from his UK business school without a proper investigation.

Jonas Lang is a work and organizational psychologist and academic working in Belgium and the UK. His more conventional work mainly focuses on the application of multilevel methods, the measurement of individual differences in organizational settings,... Show more

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