As a female entrepreneur, Courage Coach and Holistic Life Coach, Corree Roofener has devoted her life to empowering individuals to live authentically, boldly and intentionally.

From a young age, Corree recognized that life’s challenges were stepping stones to realizing her potential. This early mindset laid the foundation for her future endeavors, that would lead her to embrace life with courage and intent. Behind the façade of success, Corree grappled with her own fears and self-doubt. A pivotal moment came when she confronted these demons head-on, realizing that courage was not the absence of fear, but the triumph over it. This epiphany marked the birth of her true calling.

Driven by a passion to help others break free from the shackles of fear and judgment, Corree’s transitioned from entrepreneur to Courage Coach. She underwent rigorous training in coaching and personal development, honing her skills to guide individual and teams towards unleashing their full potential. She is here today as a testament to her coaching philosophy. She led with courage and authenticity and reached for a goal and dream.

Recognizing the interconnectedness of mind, body and spirit, Corree expanded her expertise to become a Holistic Life Coach. With a deep understanding of wellness principles, she empowers individuals to achieve balance, resilience and vitality across all aspects of their lives. Her approach encompasses mental, emotional and physical well-being. Through personalized coaching, transformative workshops and inspiring speaking engagements, she equips her clients with tools to align their actions with their aspirations.

“If you want something you've never had, You must be willing to do something you've never done.” ― Thomas Jefferson

As Corree continues to evolve, she envisions a future where people are unafraid to chase their dreams, but more importantly feel empowered to dream. To leave the fear of judgment aside and follow the nudge of the universe in all that you do. With courage, curiosity and unwavering determination, she aspires to leave a lasting impact on the lives of those she touches, inspiring a ripple effect of positivity, balance, joy and transformation.

As a female entrepreneur, Courage Coach and Holistic Life Coach, Corree Roofener has devoted her life to empowering individuals to live authentically, boldly and intentionally. From a young age, Corree recognized that life’s challenges were step... Show more

Owilla Abiro Mercy is a seasoned researcher and writer specialising in investigative journalism at the African Institute for Investigative Journalism (AIIJ). With a passion for uncovering hidden truths and holding the powerful accountable, Mercy has dedicated her career to shedding light on critical social issues and promoting transparency in Africa.

Mercy's work extends beyond traditional reporting. She is well-versed in utilising Open Source Intelligence (OSINT) techniques to gather and analyse digital information, adding a new dimension to her investigative reports. Her expertise in OSINT has garnered attention and recognition within the industry, and she is often sought after for her insights on leveraging digital tools and technologies in investigative journalism.

Passionate about sharing knowledge and empowering others, Mercy frequently conducts workshops and training sessions on investigative journalism, OSINT, and ethical reporting practises. She believes in nurturing the next generation of investigative journalists and equipping them with the skills necessary to make a significant impact.

Owilla Abiro Mercy is a seasoned researcher and writer specialising in investigative journalism at the African Institute for Investigative Journalism (AIIJ). With a passion for uncovering hidden truths and holding the powerful accountable, Mercy has ... Show more

Since April 2020, I am a doctoral student in taxation at the Chair of Business Administration and Taxation II of Prof. Dr. Christoph Spengel (University of Mannheim). As a teaching assistant, I support the teaching of various, mainly international courses at Bachelor and Master level, covering different teaching formats. Together with my co-speaker, Inga Schulz, I am in charge of the development and creation of the explainer videos and the resulting "Tax Video Library".

As a guest lecturer, I have been invited to Paderborn University and NHH Norwegian School of Economics.

Before joining the Chair of Prof. Spengel, I studied Business Administration and Management at the University of Mannheim, the Krakow University of Economics and the Pforzheim University of Applied Science.

Since April 2020, I am a doctoral student in taxation at the Chair of Business Administration and Taxation II of Prof. Dr. Christoph Spengel (University of Mannheim). As a teaching assistant, I support the teaching of various, mainly international c... Show more

I am Luca, the face behind UP!. I am a father in permanent training, friend of too many friends, an aging adult with juvenile symptoms. When alone, I put on my headphones and dance like nobody's watching, but also like someone is watching. I love cooking dinner for guests until they start messing with my dishwasher.

I am also a certified coach and a Nonviolent communication trainer. I founded UP! because corporate life was important until it stopped being such. Because sometimes taking risks is the safest thing to do. And because the longing to investigate human behaviours became compelling. From here, supporting people with their self-introspection, was the most logical step to take.

I am Luca, the face behind UP!. I am a father in permanent training, friend of too many friends, an aging adult with juvenile symptoms. When alone, I put on my headphones and dance like nobody's watching, but also like someone is watching. I love coo... Show more

I'm an 18 year old Innovator from Canada. I'm extremely passionate about AI and learning about privacy-preserving technology. My main interest is in Federated Learning, which is a new AI setting introduced by Google in 2017. I was able to develop a few projects in the space with the help from mentors at The Knowledge Society. This is a human competitive accelerator program that accepts the brightest teens in tech to work on solving some big problems. From this experience, I also had the opportunity to work alongside Walmart and Amazon to pitch AI solutions for integrating technology into their businesses. I have also been able to research at TensoAI and have had my work published on BetterProgrammer's page.

I'm an 18 year old Innovator from Canada. I'm extremely passionate about AI and learning about privacy-preserving technology. My main interest is in Federated Learning, which is a new AI setting introduced by Google in 2017. I was able to develop a f... Show more

Vidhu is a seasoned AI Engineer with a passion for MLOps and DevOps. She has accumulated vast expertise working with cutting-edge technologies like Docker and AWS. Her machine learning research experience as a research intern at the Norwegian University of Science and Technology has given her a strong foundation in advanced ML principles and techniques. She is also a TensorFlow Certified ML Engineer and has won numerous hackathons, including Explore AI 2.0 by Yamaha. These accomplishments attest to her dedication to keeping up with the most recent advancements in the industry.

Vidhu is a strong believer in the ability of technology to spur creativity and address difficult issues. She is eager to impart her knowledge and expertise to others. As a dynamic speaker on topics related to MLOps and DevOps using AWS, she has helped numerous teams successfully develop and deploy machine learning models. She also enjoys mentoring budding data scientists and contributing to open-source initiatives at Ivy.

In summary, Vidhu brings to any team working in the field of artificial intelligence her knowledge and experience in MLOps and DevOps, as well as her research background and enthusiasm for remaining current on the newest trends and methodologies.

Vidhu is a seasoned AI Engineer with a passion for MLOps and DevOps. She has accumulated vast expertise working with cutting-edge technologies like Docker and AWS. Her machine learning research experience as a research intern at the Norwegian Univers... Show more

Previously they worked towards reaching a holistic overview of software projects' code encountered in accounting, gaming, and broadcasting industries.
His interests include, but are not limited to, all kinds of languages (not only programming), history, and music.

Previously they worked towards reaching a holistic overview of software projects' code encountered in accounting, gaming, and broadcasting industries. His interests include, but are not limited to, all kinds of languages (not only programming), hist... Show more

Professional Italian Life & Career Coach and Journalist

Professional Italian Life & Career Coach and Journalist Show more

Kristin Summers is the CEO of the self-care experience products & services company Back to Self-Care. She's an award-winning journalist and speaker. Her company empowers and educates minds with mindful self-care, confidence and self-compassion techniques built upon the foundation of the 5-Pillar Self-Care Method she created.

Kristin Summers is the CEO of the self-care experience products & services company Back to Self-Care. She's an award-winning journalist and speaker. Her company empowers and educates minds with mindful self-care, confidence and self-compassion techni... Show more

@74rku5 Father of five, Husband of one, Fur-dad to two. I fight for the user. Neuro-diverse. I support LGBTQ+.

@74rku5 Father of five, Husband of one, Fur-dad to two. I fight for the user. Neuro-diverse. I support LGBTQ+. Show more

Genesis is a Venezuelan behavioral and social psychologist; as a feminist activist, she specializes in health, sexual rights and reproductive justice. She has coordinated research, project management, curriculum development and advocacy for local and international organizations to promote access to health and education in Latin America and the Caribbean. Genesis currently serves on the Board of Directors of the Safe Abortion Action Fund and is pursuing a dual master's degree in anthropology and sociology at the Graduate Institute in Geneva.

Genesis is a Venezuelan behavioral and social psychologist; as a feminist activist, she specializes in health, sexual rights and reproductive justice. She has coordinated research, project management, curriculum development and advocacy for local and... Show more

I am currently doing my Ph.D. at the Indian Institute of Technology, Kharagpur, and my area of research includes variational quantum algorithms, tensor networks, and quantum computing. I have plenty of exposure to Python, specifically working with Qiskit, and TensorNetwork. I have already given introductory talks on quantum computing at PyCon Indonesia, Python Ireland, Pycode, Pyjamas, and Scipy India.

I am currently doing my Ph.D. at the Indian Institute of Technology, Kharagpur, and my area of research includes variational quantum algorithms, tensor networks, and quantum computing. I have plenty of exposure to Python, specifically working with Qi... Show more

Rebecca is a relationship coach, with a deep fascination about the experience of being human. She specialises in emotional intelligence, relationship dynamics, and conflict resolution, working with principles from psychology, spirituality and nature to help people come home to themselves.

Rebecca is a relationship coach, with a deep fascination about the experience of being human. She specialises in emotional intelligence, relationship dynamics, and conflict resolution, working with principles from psychology, spirituality and nature ... Show more

Tal Navarro is a serial entrepreneur, Web3 advisor and women advocate who lives her passion to help others.
Navarro is an International digital marketing & Web3 speaker & consultant, and the owner and CEO of the Social Lady digital marketing & Web3 agency.

She became a leading figure in the emerging Digital Advertising industry and founded SUMO - the first ever Social Media college in Israel in 2011.
Her college SUMO trained marketing executives from many major Israeli and International companies.
Navarro was then recognized by Forbes magazine as one of Israel’s digital thought leaders and was interviewed to the 40 under 40 successful leaders in her industry.

Tal Navarro is a serial entrepreneur, Web3 advisor and women advocate who lives her passion to help others. Navarro is an International digital marketing & Web3 speaker & consultant, and the owner and CEO of the Social Lady digital marketing & Web3 ... Show more

Dana Van Aken is co-founder and CTO of OtterTune (https://ottertune.com). She recently completed her Ph.D. in Computer Science at Carnegie Mellon University. Her research interests lie at the intersection of autonomous database technology and machine learning.

Dana Van Aken is co-founder and CTO of OtterTune (https://ottertune.com). She recently completed her Ph.D. in Computer Science at Carnegie Mellon University. Her research interests lie at the intersection of autonomous database technology and machine... Show more

Lupus Survivor, Advocate, Actress, Coach & Non-profit Thriver Zuriel Gibson is the eldest of five children who was born New Orleans, Louisiana. She was often declared as the “different” one and shunned due to the vastness of her dreams. Her passion has contributed to her success as the CEO of Blue Wings Home Health Services and more than fifteen years as an industry fashion and print model. The doctors diagnosed Zuriel with lupus and said that she wouldn’t live past the age of twenty-four. Due to lack of knowledge and resources at the time, she immediately thought that her dreams were no longer attainable; life was over. After many bouts with depression, pain, addictions and hospital stays, Zuriel became discontent and decided to use her pain to propel her into purpose. As a lupus survivor and advocate, she has become a much sought after speaker. Her message, “There is purpose in your pain,” has been shared on numerous media outlets such as The Kingdom Broadcast Network, Destiny Channel TV, Something Good is About to Happen, The Ladies Room Radio Broadcast and more.

Lupus Survivor, Advocate, Actress, Coach & Non-profit Thriver Zuriel Gibson is the eldest of five children who was born New Orleans, Louisiana. She was often declared as the “different” one and shunned due to the vastness of her dreams. Her passion ... Show more

Diplômée en Sciences Sociales et en Ingénierie de formation, j'ai également exercé durant 15 ans la profession de Chef d'Entreprise dans les milieux de la fabrication et la conception

Diplômée en Sciences Sociales et en Ingénierie de formation, j'ai également exercé durant 15 ans la profession de Chef d'Entreprise dans les milieux de la fabrication et la conception Show more

I am currently an SY BTech student, at Cummins College of Engineering for Women, Pune. An AGI enthusiast, aspiring polymath, and I watch (almost) every Joe Rogan and Lex Fridman podcast!
I've been a machine learning developer for the past year, with various projects, and 2 papers undergoing publishing. I've been a part of a paper presentation conference in January 2020. My team and I were the youngest, amongst fellow MS and Ph.D. Students.

I am currently an SY BTech student, at Cummins College of Engineering for Women, Pune. An AGI enthusiast, aspiring polymath, and I watch (almost) every Joe Rogan and Lex Fridman podcast! I've been a machine learning developer for the past year, with... Show more

I’m an Android Engineer working at ShareTheMeal, UN World Food Programme with an aim to end world hunger with the help of Digital innovation. I’m passionate about coding and love creating robust, polished and exciting projects for mobile, Android Auto and wearables.

I’m an Android Engineer working at ShareTheMeal, UN World Food Programme with an aim to end world hunger with the help of Digital innovation. I’m passionate about coding and love creating robust, polished and exciting projects for mobile, Android Aut... Show more

Jürgen Cito recently received his PhD from the University of Zurich, Switzerland with a thesis on "Software Runtime Analytics for Developers". He will be a postdoctoral researcher at the Massachusetts Institute of Technology (MIT) starting April 2018. He works on the intersection of software engineering and performance engineering. During his PhD he was a research intern at the IBM T.J. Watson Research Center in New York. He visited MIT to work on program analysis to reduce energy consumption, and the University of Cambridge to work on game theoretical aspects of scheduling in embedded systems. Prior to starting his PhD, Jürgen was a software engineer for performance monitoring solutions at Catchpoint Systems, a technology consultant at Accenture, and a software engineer for a web agency in Vienna, Austria.

Jürgen Cito recently received his PhD from the University of Zurich, Switzerland with a thesis on "Software Runtime Analytics for Developers". He will be a postdoctoral researcher at the Massachusetts Institute of Technology (MIT) starting April 2018... Show more

Lakshmi Pillai Gupta is a technologist, author, and founder of the Human–AI Futures Lab at Ammara Technologies Pvt. Ltd., where she leads research and engagement at the intersection of AI, gender, identity, and society. With more than two decades in product leadership and digital transformation, she has built and advised large-scale technology solutions across corporate, startup, and public-sector contexts.

She is the author of The Gender Glitch: Decoding Identity in the Age of AI, a widely discussed work on how algorithms perform gender and shape human self-perception, behavior, and power relationships. Lakshmi also writes the Equal Bytes column for The Times of India, where she translates complex tech shifts into accessible, human-centered narratives.

As a YASHODA AI Mentor, she contributes to national efforts to expand AI literacy and inclusive leadership among women. Her work blends research, lived experience, and systems thinking to imagine more equitable AI futures.

Lakshmi Pillai Gupta is a technologist, author, and founder of the Human–AI Futures Lab at Ammara Technologies Pvt. Ltd., where she leads research and engagement at the intersection of AI, gender, identity, and society. With more than two decades in ... Show more

Principle Software Engineer at Red Hat

Principle Software Engineer at Red Hat Show more

I'm Kaitlin (she/her)!

My superpowers are developing emotionally-intelligent leaders and revolutionizing organizational cultures into the most profitable asset. I have a proven track record of authenticating company values to impact employee engagement, efficiency in systems, and rapid growth of bottom line.

I founded Wayfinders Coaching & Consulting after spending over a decade in operations management and people leadership in high-performance organizations. I've worked cross-functionally in HR, business development, change management and learning and development, and across many industries--from higher education, food service, and retail--to DEI consulting.

What I found along the way is that the core ingredients for successful relationships (and ultimately business growth) are rooted in emotional intelligence, trust-based communication, and intercultural competence. Now I offer coaching, training, consulting, and thought-partnership for individuals and teams seeking to build these skills.

I work with an incredibly diverse team of practitioners, with go-to methodologies that include critical HROD, change management frameworks, emotional intelligence (EQ-i), intercultural development (IDI), systems audits, and cultural assessments.

I live on the Little Feminist Farm just outside of Atlanta, where we enjoy sustainable homesteading and host holistic wellness workshops and sanctuary retreats.

I'm Kaitlin (she/her)! My superpowers are developing emotionally-intelligent leaders and revolutionizing organizational cultures into the most profitable asset. I have a proven track record of authenticating company values to impact employee engag... Show more

I like to do things that haven't been done before and like to help other humans build cool things.

I like to do things that haven't been done before and like to help other humans build cool things. Show more

Name: Hilary Oborghayujie
Educational Background:
Hilary Oborghayujie holds an MSc in Project Management and is currently pursuing an MSc in Integrated Petroleum Engineering and Production Studies at the Centre of Excellence in Geosciences and Petroleum Engineering. He also holds an Executive Diploma in Business Administration.

Professional Experience:
Hilary has over eight years of experience in project management across the IT and energy sectors. He currently works as an electrical technologist supporting multidisciplinary undergraduate programs and serves as a project management lead trainer, mentoring students and professionals to career success.

Current Role:
He is actively involved in research and academic support at the intersection of energy project management, petroleum engineering, and sustainable development.

Research Interests / Expertise:
His key areas of interest include petroleum project development, energy transition in Africa, seismic data interpretation, and the integration of renewable energy into oil and gas systems.

Notable Achievements:
Hilary was recently invited to present his research on “The Development of Renewable Energy in Nigeria: Possibilities and Obstacles” at the SPE African Technology Conference, following a successful peer review. He has also facilitated numerous training programs on project execution and stakeholder engagement.

Relevance to NAPE Conference Topic:
With a strong foundation in petroleum engineering and practical expertise in project delivery and sustainability, Hilary brings a unique interdisciplinary perspective to the NAPE Conference. His work aligns with the themes of energy transition, exploration optimization, and capacity building in Africa’s energy sector.

Name: Hilary Oborghayujie Educational Background: Hilary Oborghayujie holds an MSc in Project Management and is currently pursuing an MSc in Integrated Petroleum Engineering and Production Studies at the Centre of Excellence in Geosciences and Petr... Show more

Dr. Theodore S. Gonzalves is a scholar of comparative cultural studies and a curator at the Smithsonian’s National Museum of American History. A Fulbright scholar and former interim director of the Smithsonian Asian Pacific American Center, he has taught in the United States, Spain, and the Philippines since 1991. His acclaimed book Smithsonian Asian Pacific American History, Art, and Culture in 101 Objects (2023) earned the Smithsonian Secretary’s Research Prize. An accomplished musician and past president of the Association for Asian American Studies, Dr. Gonzalves was appointed to the Organization of American Historians’ Distinguished Lectureship Program and currently serves on the board of the American Council of Learned Societies.

Dr. Theodore S. Gonzalves is a scholar of comparative cultural studies and a curator at the Smithsonian’s National Museum of American History. A Fulbright scholar and former interim director of the Smithsonian Asian Pacific American Center, he has ta... Show more

Katherine Achacoso (she/her/sija) is a queer daughter of the Filipinx and Surigaonon diasporas. She was raised in Tkaronto and has spent the past decade learning, organizing, and teaching in occupied Hawaiʻi. Katherine has areas of specialization in environmental justice, critical ecology studies, diaspora, gender and sexuality, and Critical Indigenous Studies/Indigenous feminisms. Her ongoing research examines the transnational history of North American mining on her ancestral homelands in Surigao, focusing on the insurgent ecological responses of Surigaonon communities at home and in diaspora. Katherine is also working on several collaborative projects on Asian settler colonialism and Indigenous politics in Asia, decolonial approaches to disability justice in occupied Hawaiʻi, and community curriculum on survivor-centered approaches to transformative justice. As a scholar-activist, Katherine remains committed to building community-engaged projects and pedagogy that work toward decolonization and transnational solidarities across the Philippines, Oceania, and Turtle Island.

Katherine Achacoso (she/her/sija) is a queer daughter of the Filipinx and Surigaonon diasporas. She was raised in Tkaronto and has spent the past decade learning, organizing, and teaching in occupied Hawaiʻi. Katherine has areas of specialization in ... Show more

Jiyon Byun is a PhD candidate in English at the University of California, Irvine. Her dissertation examines Korean American and Korean crime fiction in the post-9/11 era, arguing that the investigative structure of the genre illuminates how imperial power operates in varied forms across the Pacific. Her work draws on frameworks of minor transnationalism, Global Asias, and decolonial thought, engaging questions of war, empire, race, and gender.

Jiyon Byun is a PhD candidate in English at the University of California, Irvine. Her dissertation examines Korean American and Korean crime fiction in the post-9/11 era, arguing that the investigative structure of the genre illuminates how imperial ... Show more

Student in Human Factors and graduate in computer sceince and political science. Assistant at the nexus Institute, workshop facilitator in the fields of political education and digitalization and FOSS developer at Neo Collective.

Student in Human Factors and graduate in computer sceince and political science. Assistant at the nexus Institute, workshop facilitator in the fields of political education and digitalization and FOSS developer at Neo Collective. Show more

I’m an Agile Coach and Professional Coach (ICF-trained) working through my company, Mindful Solutions. I help IT organizations cultivate agility and collaboration through coaching, facilitation, and Scrum Mastery. In addition to organizational consulting, I lead trainings in coaching skills based on the International Coaching Federation (ICF) framework.

I’m an Agile Coach and Professional Coach (ICF-trained) working through my company, Mindful Solutions. I help IT organizations cultivate agility and collaboration through coaching, facilitation, and Scrum Mastery. In addition to organizational consul... Show more