Humanities & Social Sciences

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

David Tyler

David Tyler

Dr. B. David Tyler researches how fans consume sport, particularly around rivalry and fan communities. Tyler teaches sport data analytics as a faculty member in the McCormack Department of Sport Management, part of the Isenberg School of Management at the University of Massachusetts Amherst. He is co-founder of the Know Rivalry Project and KnowRivalry.com website.

Tyler's research has been featured in numerous media outlets, including the New York Times, BBC Radio, Toronto Star, Wall St Journal, ESPN radio, and SportsBusiness Journal. He is known internationally as an expert in sport rivalry, but also for being a nerd who loves data way more than is healthy.

Dr. B. David Tyler researches how fans consume sport, particularly around rivalry and fan communities. Tyler teaches sport data analytics as a faculty member in the McCormack Department of Sport Management, part of the Isenberg School of Management a... Show more

Andreea Lungulescu

Andreea Lungulescu

Andreea is your typical, neurospicy human being, acting as a Talent Expert, with over 15 years of experience, across technology and specialist engineering. The founder of the Talent Crunch - Berlin community and "The Principal Recruiter" Consultancy, she pocketed 2 X Global Innovation awards with Zalando and Wayfair and now leads the Tech TA transformation for thermondo.

Passionate about career development and hiring excellence, Andreea shares her insights through her website, social media, and at various conferences, podcasts, and articles. Some of her notable achievements include establishing Wayfair’s Tech Development Centre in India, redesigning Zalando’s Product Management Interviewing Framework, and creating company-wide Internal Mobility programs.

Outside of work, Andreea loves the automotive world (Audi is truly a weak spot 😍), architecture, music, and the arts, with a special passion for acrylic painting. And if you love to dance, you know who to call on!

Andreea is your typical, neurospicy human being, acting as a Talent Expert, with over 15 years of experience, across technology and specialist engineering. The founder of the Talent Crunch - Berlin community and "The Principal Recruiter" Consultancy,... Show more

Dylan Keith Humphrey

Dylan Keith Humphrey

At just 20 years old, Dylan brings a powerful first hand perspective on what young people need to feel seen, supported, and heard. As the co-founder of Fourddo (four-dee-do), he and his sister have served thousands by spearheading national initiatives in mental health, activism, and the arts—partnering with organizations like Nike, KIA Motors, Macy's and No Kid Hungry. He is a believer in the power of storytelling as a tool for connection, healing, and change.

Dylan has held several advisory and ambassadorial positions at the National Alliance on Mental Illness, Young Futures Org, Made By Us, Civics Unplugged, Adolescent Content, The Foundation for Social Connection, Boston Healthcare for the Homeless, the United States Tennis Association, the American Philosophical Society, and UNICEF USA. At his alma mater, Emerson College, he advises the President and the Dean on equitable and inclusive solutions for students. His creative pursuits have also recognized him as a Norman Lear and Bruno Mars Fund Scholar. This spring, he was recognized as a Finalist at Sundance and produced a premiere at Tribeca Film Festival.

At just 20 years old, Dylan brings a powerful first hand perspective on what young people need to feel seen, supported, and heard. As the co-founder of Fourddo (four-dee-do), he and his sister have served thousands by spearheading national initiative... Show more

David Franco

David Franco

David is a professional public speaker and coach who uses his experience in business and sports psychology to help individuals improve their mindset and performance through teaching, team building, and helping others build a winning mindset.​

He provides invaluable in-person speaking, and virtual video calls, where he delivers education, inspiration, and entertainment in order to help others bridge the gap between their potential and performance.​​

David is a professional public speaker and coach who uses his experience in business and sports psychology to help individuals improve their mindset and performance through teaching, team building, and helping others build a winning mindset.​ He ... Show more

Andrew Ledford

Andrew Ledford

working with behavior change for over 35 years. I have spoken to audiences in in southern California and Taiwan regarding behavior and Interspecies behavior change. I prefer doing talks in Southern California.

working with behavior change for over 35 years. I have spoken to audiences in in southern California and Taiwan regarding behavior and Interspecies behavior change. I prefer doing talks in Southern California. Show more

Hoang Bao Linh Du

Hoang Bao Linh Du

Ms Linh Du is a Vietnamese graduate researcher of the Faculty of Arts and Education at Deakin University, Australia. She earned her Bachelor of Social Science at Ritsumeikan Asia Pacific University in Japan. Her undergraduate thesis explores the acousmatic approach to cinematic narrative through film sound design. At Deakin University, Ms Du is currently focusing on her Master's thesis: "The Chinese American Daughter Figure in Contemporary American Films".

Ms Linh Du is a Vietnamese graduate researcher of the Faculty of Arts and Education at Deakin University, Australia. She earned her Bachelor of Social Science at Ritsumeikan Asia Pacific University in Japan. Her undergraduate thesis explores the acou... Show more

Lisa Schulteis

Lisa Schulteis

Lisa Schulteis is an international speaker, strategist, and consultant who brings neuroscience to the front lines of business. With a background in neuropsychology and deep expertise in communication, leadership, and experience design, she helps organizations create smarter experiences that build trust, spark engagement, and drive performance.

Lisa is the founder of ElectraLime Marketing and YourEventMarketplace, and serves as Executive Director of the Northwest Event Show. Her work spans Fortune 500 companies, global conferences, and mission-driven organizations, where she applies brain-based strategy to everything from team dynamics and employee experience to audience engagement and learning design.

She specializes in the intersection of neuroscience, behavior, and business outcomes, transforming traditional approaches into experiences that people remember, act on, and talk about.

Lisa Schulteis is an international speaker, strategist, and consultant who brings neuroscience to the front lines of business. With a background in neuropsychology and deep expertise in communication, leadership, and experience design, she helps orga... Show more

Sanna Koivu

Sanna Koivu

Sanna is a passionate agile advocate who believes that most problems stem from—and can be solved through—communication. Since graduating, she has worked in the IT sector, focusing on agile and Scrum methodologies since 2017. To make communication more effective and engaging, she began incorporating improvisation techniques into training, workshops, and meetings. Combined with her decade-long fascination with understanding human behavior, this creates the perfect recipe for her approach. She loves blending different approaches, always exploring what it means to be more human in the process.

Sanna currently lives in Vienna, Austria.

Sanna is a passionate agile advocate who believes that most problems stem from—and can be solved through—communication. Since graduating, she has worked in the IT sector, focusing on agile and Scrum methodologies since 2017. To make communication mor... Show more

Damián Arias

Damián Arias

Licenciado en Economía Social | Docente Universitario | Mentor en IA aplicada a la Educación y Emprendimientos

Con más de 20 años en la Economía Social y Solidaria, se ha dedicado a la educación, el desarrollo comunitario y la incorporación de tecnologías para la inclusión social. Cuenta con una Licenciatura, Maestría y Tecnicatura en Economía Social, un Diplomado en IA para Docentes y formación como Formador de Formadores.

Es Director y creador de la Licenciatura en Economía Social en la UNLZ, donde también enseña la materia Trabajo y Sociedad. Diseña y dirige cursos, talleres y mentorías sobre IA para estudiantes, docentes, investigadores y emprendedores, adaptados a realidades organizacionales.

Desde la RED THIA impulsa la integración ética y accesible de la IA en América Latina, apoyando a pymes, cooperativas y organizaciones sociales. Su enfoque humanista promueve una IA al servicio de la justicia social, la inclusión digital y el cuidado de la vida y el planeta.

Licenciado en Economía Social | Docente Universitario | Mentor en IA aplicada a la Educación y Emprendimientos Con más de 20 años en la Economía Social y Solidaria, se ha dedicado a la educación, el desarrollo comunitario y la incorporación de tec... Show more

Esther Anyanwu

Esther Anyanwu

Esther Anyanwu holds a Master’s degree in Data Science and works as an OBD and Emissions Certification Engineer as well as a Squad Scrum Master at Jaguar Land Rover. Bridging the worlds of technical engineering and agile leadership, Esther brings a unique perspective on how agility operates not just in code or process, but in how teams think, collaborate, and grow.

A member of Godiva Speakers (Toastmasters International), Esther is passionate about communication, connection, and finding her voice - both literally and professionally. This journey of self-discovery and continuous improvement is what inspired her to be part of Agile2025 Launching New Voices, with a desire to bring fresh, human-centred reflections into the agile space.

Esther Anyanwu holds a Master’s degree in Data Science and works as an OBD and Emissions Certification Engineer as well as a Squad Scrum Master at Jaguar Land Rover. Bridging the worlds of technical engineering and agile leadership, Esther brings a u... Show more

Bex Spiller

Bex Spiller

Burnout Expert, Speaker & Founder of The Anti-Burnout Club

Bex Spiller is an award-winning speaker, workplace wellbeing consultant, and the founder of The Anti-Burnout Club – a social enterprise that’s helped over 10,000 people reduce stress and feel more in control of their lives.

With a background in organisational behaviour, economics of wellbeing and leadership (including a Postgrad from Warwick Business School), Bex blends real-world experience with research-backed tools to tackle burnout head-on.

She’s worked with the NHS, Macmillan, and Women’s Aid, and her work has been featured on the BBC, Sky News, Metro, and Vogue.

She has also spoken on stages across the country including TEDx, The Big Retreat and for dozens of company offsites.

Through engaging talks that are both practical and powerful, Bex helps individuals and teams create healthier, more sustainable ways of working – without the hustle or fluff.

Her signature BURN Framework has been used to support emotionally demanding teams, fast-paced startups, and purpose-led organisations that want to thrive without burning out.

Bex’s mission is simple: To prove that wellbeing isn’t a luxury or a tick-box – it’s the foundation for high performance, strong leadership, and a life that actually feels good to live.

Burnout Expert, Speaker & Founder of The Anti-Burnout Club Bex Spiller is an award-winning speaker, workplace wellbeing consultant, and the founder of The Anti-Burnout Club – a social enterprise that’s helped over 10,000 people reduce stress and f... Show more

Arnav Das

Arnav Das

I used to do Security. Now I do Standards.
A Quantum Computing Enthusiast. A fan of `Linux` and an advocate for Free & Open Source Softwares. #FOSS

I used to do Security. Now I do Standards. A Quantum Computing Enthusiast. A fan of `Linux` and an advocate for Free & Open Source Softwares. #FOSS Show more

Argenis Fernandez

Argenis Fernandez

To be updated soon.

To be updated soon. Show more

Ihuoma Anosike

Ihuoma Anosike

Ihuoma Anosike is a technical writer, community manager, and developer advocate with a strong focus on open-source projects and inclusive mentorship. She is a committed advocate for empowering newcomers to tech and creating accessible documentation that drives collaboration and innovation. Ihuoma is actively involved in the Women in Blockchain Africa community, where she contributes to educational initiatives and mentors aspiring tech professionals.

Ihuoma Anosike is a technical writer, community manager, and developer advocate with a strong focus on open-source projects and inclusive mentorship. She is a committed advocate for empowering newcomers to tech and creating accessible documentation t... Show more

Alejandra Duque Ceballos

Alejandra Duque Ceballos

Docente en la Universidad Autónoma de Manizales y Universidad de Caldas en Colombia, Ingeniera Electrónica, Master en Gestión y Desarrollo de Proyectos de Software y Master en Astronomía y Astrofísica.

Docente en la Universidad Autónoma de Manizales y Universidad de Caldas en Colombia, Ingeniera Electrónica, Master en Gestión y Desarrollo de Proyectos de Software y Master en Astronomía y Astrofísica. Show more

Xuanyi Chew

Xuanyi Chew

Xuanyi is a data scientist by day, explorer of various notions of intelligences and entropy by night. Feel free to nerdsnipe him in his areas of interests: ranging from programming language theory to artificial intelligence in the computer sciences; linguistics - computational and traditional; neuroscience and cognition; information theory and entropy; explanations of theories and causality, maths puzzles and many more. He enjoys tinkering and making his thoughts a reality.

Xuanyi is a data scientist by day, explorer of various notions of intelligences and entropy by night. Feel free to nerdsnipe him in his areas of interests: ranging from programming language theory to artificial intelligence in the computer sciences; ... Show more

Alec Foster

Alec Foster

Alec Foster is Chief Prompt Engineer & Responsible AI Lead at MMA Global, co-leading its AI Leadership Coalition and overseeing all AI initiatives. He drives internal AI upskilling for MMA's entire workforce, AI product development, governance frameworks, and revenue-generating opportunities to position MMA as the leading industry association on AI in marketing.

Alec’s academic foundations—an M.St. in AI Ethics from the University of Cambridge and a CIPP/US privacy certification—inform his ethical approach to AI and marketing. He has developed machine learning models to streamline consumer arbitration and serves on boards of algorithmic accountability nonprofits. Beyond MMA, Alec designs large-scale immersive art experiences and teaches electric hydrofoil lessons in the San Francisco Bay Area.

Combining marketing strategy with rigorous ethics, Alec stands at the intersection of innovation and integrity, guiding organizations to harness AI responsibly.

Alec Foster is Chief Prompt Engineer & Responsible AI Lead at MMA Global, co-leading its AI Leadership Coalition and overseeing all AI initiatives. He drives internal AI upskilling for MMA's entire workforce, AI product development, governance framew... Show more

Jasmine Robinson

Jasmine Robinson

Jasmine Robinson supports the internal Netflix GenAI Platform and leads the GenAI Builders Knowledge Series, transforming software development. She's also the creator of the "GenAI Secret Sauce" website and an active member of Women Defining AI. For the past three years, Jasmine has been paving new roads in the innovative GenAI frontier at Netflix, with a focus on boosting developer productivity.

Jasmine Robinson supports the internal Netflix GenAI Platform and leads the GenAI Builders Knowledge Series, transforming software development. She's also the creator of the "GenAI Secret Sauce" website and an active member of Women Defining AI. For ... Show more

Tod Creneti

Tod Creneti

Tod has spent 30+ years as a leader and coach in various settings. While his path began on the athletic fields where he built championship teams in various sports, Tod has been applying his teaching and coaching skills in the business world for more than a decade. Tod focuses on helping teams of all types become their best. He has been able to translate the lessons learned on the field into improvements in performance and culture in the workplace. ​

​Tod has an MS in Industrial and Organizational Psychology and continues to commit to his growth as a professional. His approach to teaching and coaching is based on a deep understanding of how the human brain works, especially as it’s facing transformation. While his coaching and training sessions cover much ground related to human behavior, his work frequently helps clients shift mindsets, improve emotional intelligence, and embrace servant leadership. Tod’s clients have improved personal performance, rebuilt struggling cultures, and created inclusive work environments that challenge each team member to bring their best work to the table every day.​

Tod is best known as a connector and motivator. He has built a reputation based on his honest and genuine approach. Helping others embrace adversity and achieve excellence remains the driving force in his life.​

Tod has spent 30+ years as a leader and coach in various settings. While his path began on the athletic fields where he built championship teams in various sports, Tod has been applying his teaching and coaching skills in the business world for more ... Show more

Paul Hylenski

Paul Hylenski

Paul Hylenski is an accomplished Aerospace Business Leader based in Maryland. Paul started his leadership journey during his time in the United States Marine Corps. With over 20 years of experience in the aerospace industry, Paul is passionate about leadership and human dynamics. Paul has implemented psychological safety and social engineering principles to create environments where individuals can thrive.
As a thought leader, Paul has written numerous articles on human-centric leadership and maintains a popular LinkedIn newsletter dedicated to the subject. He has also authored books such as "Culture Change through Environment Change," "Coaching for Growth," and "Error-Proofing Humans." These publications showcase his expertise and provide guidance for aspiring leaders in the aerospace industry.
With a track record of success and a genuine commitment to empowering others, Paul Hylenski continues to make significant contributions to aerospace manufacturing. His leadership philosophy and dedication to human dynamics inspire positive and transformative change within organizations.

Paul Hylenski is an accomplished Aerospace Business Leader based in Maryland. Paul started his leadership journey during his time in the United States Marine Corps. With over 20 years of experience in the aerospace industry, Paul is passionate about... Show more

Alice Brosey

Alice Brosey

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

Raj Singh Rajawat

Raj Singh Rajawat

A systemic design thinker working for a better world.

A systemic design thinker working for a better world. Show more

Kepler Marcelo

Kepler Marcelo

Kepler Marcelo é Agile Master Sênior na Porto, com uma trajetória de mais de 13 anos dedicada ao desenvolvimento de equipes de alta performance, atuação em liderança e construção de ambientes organizacionais mais eficazes. É formado em Psicologia, com pós-graduação em Psicologia Organizacional e Gestão de Pessoas, e mestre em Administração, com foco em desempenho de projetos ágeis.

Sua pesquisa investiga como práticas ágeis, segurança psicológica, liderança e fatores relacionais influenciam a performance em diferentes níveis (individual, equipe e projeto), utilizando modelagem de equações estruturais (PLS-SEM) com dados de mais de 400 profissionais.

Ao longo de sua carreira, tem atuado na promoção de contextos que favorecem segurança psicológica, colaboração e entregas relevantes, apoiando times e áreas de canais digitais na melhoria de performance, além de desenvolver outros agilistas e lideranças. Sua abordagem integra evidência empírica e prática organizacional, com foco na construção de ambientes sustentáveis de alta performance.

Kepler Marcelo é Agile Master Sênior na Porto, com uma trajetória de mais de 13 anos dedicada ao desenvolvimento de equipes de alta performance, atuação em liderança e construção de ambientes organizacionais mais eficazes. É formado em Psicologia, co... Show more

Janne Bromseth

Janne Bromseth

Janne Bromseth er seniorforsker ved Østandsforskning, INN. Hun har forsket i en årrekke på skeiv aldring og kunnskap om kjønn og seksualitet hos ansatte og ledere i eldreomsorgen. Hun har utgitt kunnskapskartleggingen "Äldre LGBTI-personers möten med vård och omsorg i Norden" (2023, med Anna Siverskog) og ny studie om skeive 65+ levekår og sosiale relasjoner i Norge (med Mona Stokke, 2026).

Janne Bromseth er seniorforsker ved Østandsforskning, INN. Hun har forsket i en årrekke på skeiv aldring og kunnskap om kjønn og seksualitet hos ansatte og ledere i eldreomsorgen. Hun har utgitt kunnskapskartleggingen "Äldre LGBTI-personers möten med... Show more

Rabia Khan

Rabia Khan

Dr. Rabia Shunaid Khan is a Head of Inclusion, researcher, speaker, and advocate for meaningful and sustainable inclusive education. With over 11 years of experience across inclusive and special education, she has led whole-school initiatives focused on improving outcomes for diverse learners through systems-level change, capacity building, and inclusive leadership. Rabia is the developer of the Inclusive Support Framework (ISF), a research-informed framework designed to bridge the gap between inclusive education policy and classroom practice. She is a TEDx organizer, GESS speaker, and doctoral graduate from the Universidad Católica de Murcia (UCAM), Spain, whose work challenges educators to move beyond superficial solutions and create lasting impact for all learners.

Dr. Rabia Shunaid Khan is a Head of Inclusion, researcher, speaker, and advocate for meaningful and sustainable inclusive education. With over 11 years of experience across inclusive and special education, she has led whole-school initiatives focused... Show more

Baba Brinkman

Baba Brinkman

Event Rap is the world's first and only custom rap agency, matching event organizers with skilled rappers who create original content on-site. Whether we are freestyling or writing 'rap up' summaries about an event in real time, or creating a custom rap video for an online engagement campaign, we provide all-original hip-hop songs and moments created by experienced underground MCs to energize your events, your team, and your message.

Event Rap is the world's first and only custom rap agency, matching event organizers with skilled rappers who create original content on-site. Whether we are freestyling or writing 'rap up' summaries about an event in real time, or creating a custom ... Show more

Sarah Becker

Sarah Becker

Sarah Becker ist seit Winter 2025 als Werkstudentin im CHE-Team des Hochschulforums Digitalisierung tätig. In ihrer Rolle unterstützt sie das Projektmanagement in den Bereichen Bildung und Digitalisierung.
Sarah studiert aktuell an der Ruhr-Universität Bochum im Master Philosophie mit einem persönlichen Fokus auf Technikphilosophie und Technikethik, insbesondere mit Schwerpunkt auf Bildungstechnologien und Künstliche Intelligenz.

Sarah Becker ist seit Winter 2025 als Werkstudentin im CHE-Team des Hochschulforums Digitalisierung tätig. In ihrer Rolle unterstützt sie das Projektmanagement in den Bereichen Bildung und Digitalisierung. Sarah studiert aktuell an der Ruhr-Universi... Show more

Julia Becker (Philipp)

Julia Becker (Philipp)

Tätig im Zentrum für Wissenschaftsdidaktik der Ruhr-Universität Bochum u.a. zum Thema Prüfen, Demokratiebildung und verantwortlich für das Online-Portal LEHRELADEN. Zuvor in der Personalentwicklung in Wirtschaft & Wissenschaft. Studierte und freiberufliche Journalistin mit einem interdisziplinären Master in Europawissenschaften (M.A. European Culture and Economy). Scrum Master und Scrum Product Owner. Systemische Beratung und Coaching. Und nebenher Yogalehrerin.

Tätig im Zentrum für Wissenschaftsdidaktik der Ruhr-Universität Bochum u.a. zum Thema Prüfen, Demokratiebildung und verantwortlich für das Online-Portal LEHRELADEN. Zuvor in der Personalentwicklung in Wirtschaft & Wissenschaft. Studierte und freiberu... Show more

Kimberly MacKinney, Ed.D.

Kimberly MacKinney, Ed.D.

Experienced educator with a demonstrated history of advocating for equity and creating safe spaces for all learners including students of color, multi-lingual learners, and at-promise youth. Skilled in professional development, student leadership, relationship building, lesson planning, instructional technology, assessment, and student engagement. Graduated from University of Southern California's Rossier School of Education. Active volunteer with American Legion Auxiliary Girls State leadership program, various leadership networks, Pancreatic Cancer Network, Delta Delta Delta Fraternity, and the City of Riverside.

Experienced educator with a demonstrated history of advocating for equity and creating safe spaces for all learners including students of color, multi-lingual learners, and at-promise youth. Skilled in professional development, student leadership, r... Show more

Dr Aby Daniel Areekal

Dr Aby Daniel Areekal

Dr. Aby Daniel is a Behavioural Sciences and Special Education professional with over 10 years of experience in the UAE and India. He specializes in Neuropsychology, Brain Mapping, and Inclusive Education, integrating clinical insight, research, and school leadership. As Head of Inclusion, he designs and implements evidence-based frameworks, teacher training programs, and interventions supporting diverse learners. Founder of the ISS Psychosocial and Educational Research Centre, he developed tools such as SLMBC and SPSQ to enhance early assessment and parent engagement. Dr. Aby has authored books, published research papers, presented at national and international conferences, and shared applied psychology insights through media and his YouTube channel, Dr Dan Psychology, impacting educators, parents, and learners worldwide.

Dr. Aby Daniel is a Behavioural Sciences and Special Education professional with over 10 years of experience in the UAE and India. He specializes in Neuropsychology, Brain Mapping, and Inclusive Education, integrating clinical insight, research, and ... Show more

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