Humanities & Social Sciences

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

Miche-Lee Van Schalkwyk

Miche-Lee Van Schalkwyk

MENTAL HEALTH LAW. PSYCHIATRY.

MENTAL HEALTH LAW. PSYCHIATRY. Show more

Sara Iacozza, Ph.D.

Sara Iacozza, Ph.D.

Mi occupo di prodotto e user research, mettendo sempre al primo posto le vere necessità degli utenti. Credo che un prodotto abbia valore solo se risolve un problema o coglie un’opportunità reale. Quando riesco a ritagliarmi spazio tra i progetti di ricerca, mi piace creare e ottimizzare processi che aiutino i team a trasformare gli insight in azioni concrete, integrando discovery, design e delivery in modo fluido — e usando l’AI come alleato per rendere tutto più accessibile e veloce.

Mi occupo di prodotto e user research, mettendo sempre al primo posto le vere necessità degli utenti. Credo che un prodotto abbia valore solo se risolve un problema o coglie un’opportunità reale. Quando riesco a ritagliarmi spazio tra i progetti di r... Show more

Aheado Fyou

Aheado Fyou

Aheado Fyou is a mad scientist who is sent two minutes into the future. He sees terrible things in our civilization's actions. He comes back on special occasions to warn you not to make our mistakes, which resulted in limited human rights, an AI-controlled world, and constant surveillance.

There are many reasons for that. Listen to him!

Aheado Fyou is a mad scientist who is sent two minutes into the future. He sees terrible things in our civilization's actions. He comes back on special occasions to warn you not to make our mistakes, which resulted in limited human rights, an AI-cont... Show more

Nupur Tevatiya

Nupur Tevatiya

Nupur Tevatiya is a Product Designer with four years of experience bridging technology, culture, and human-centered design. Passionate about the intersection of design and AI, she has worked with global teams to create user experiences that resonate across cultures. Their work emphasizes the power of design as a transformative force—one that goes beyond pixels and prototypes to shape communities, economies, and futures.

Having traveled extensively and collaborated with designers from Asia, Africa, Latin America, and India, she brings a rich, cross-cultural perspective to the conversation. She has engaged with indigenous artisans, digital innovators, and grassroots creators to understand how design is valued differently across geographies and economies.

A firm believer that design is more than a profession—it’s a language that connects humanity— Nupur is on a mission to redefine the narrative around design’s value. She seek to democratize design knowledge and inspire the next generation of creative thinkers worldwide.

Nupur Tevatiya is a Product Designer with four years of experience bridging technology, culture, and human-centered design. Passionate about the intersection of design and AI, she has worked with global teams to create user experiences that resonate... Show more

Mary Luis

Mary Luis

In the demanding world of modern education, students are constantly battling tight deadlines, overflowing workloads, and personal responsibilities. It's within this high-pressure environment that a controversial yet increasingly common practice emerges: when paying for assignments actually saves your GPA https://essayservice.com/pay-for-homework . Far from being a shortcut for the lazy, outsourcing some academic tasks can be a strategic move for overwhelmed students who aim to maintain their academic standing without burning out.

There’s a lingering stigma around purchasing academic help, yet many students who turn to services like Essayservice do so not out of negligence, but necessity. Imagine a full-time student who also works a part-time job to make ends meet. Faced with three major assignments due in the same week, it's not laziness but survival instinct that drives the decision to delegate. By selectively outsourcing one of those tasks, the student can focus on performing better in the other two, ultimately preserving — or even improving — their GPA.

Moreover, this approach doesn’t inherently compromise learning. Students often use paid assignments as study guides, reverse-engineering them to understand structure, content, and style. The quality of work delivered by professional writers can serve as a benchmark, especially for complex subjects where classroom teaching might not be enough. Rather than submitting blindly, students can compare these expertly written papers with their own drafts, learning through contrast and example.

It’s also crucial to recognize that time management is a skill — and part of that skill lies in knowing when to delegate. Just as CEOs hire consultants and athletes rely on coaches, students, too, can benefit from expert support. Especially in non-core subjects that don't directly impact a student’s career path, outsourcing an assignment can free up time for more critical academic or personal priorities.

Critics may argue that paying for assignments is unethical, but the reality is nuanced. Academic support services exist on a spectrum: from tutoring to editing to full ghostwriting. The key lies in how the student uses the service. If the goal is to learn and survive the academic grind with integrity intact, the ethical landscape becomes much less black and white.

In conclusion, while not a solution for every situation, paying for assignments can indeed save your GPA when used wisely. It’s not about cheating the system — it’s about managing an unsustainable one. For students under pressure, it's not just a backup plan; it's a calculated choice to stay afloat in a system that often demands too much, too fast.

In the demanding world of modern education, students are constantly battling tight deadlines, overflowing workloads, and personal responsibilities. It's within this high-pressure environment that a controversial yet increasingly common practice emerg... Show more

Jan Schlatter

Jan Schlatter

Studium der Geschichtswissenschaft (Passau, Potsdam)
Arbeitsorte:
ZDF (Redaktion Zeitgeschichte / ZDF History), Mainz
Kulturstiftung des Bundes, Halle
Lehrstuhl Neueste Geschichte, Universität Würzburg
Lehrstuhl Fränkische Landesgeschichte, Universität Würzburg
Stabsstelle Kompetenzentwicklung in Studium und Lehre, Universität Passau

Aktuell Instructional Designer, mediendidaktische Beratung zu digitaler Lehre, KI-Implementierungen in der Hochschullehre

Studium der Geschichtswissenschaft (Passau, Potsdam) Arbeitsorte: ZDF (Redaktion Zeitgeschichte / ZDF History), Mainz Kulturstiftung des Bundes, Halle Lehrstuhl Neueste Geschichte, Universität Würzburg Lehrstuhl Fränkische Landesgeschichte, Univ... Show more

Mohamed Marrakchi

Mohamed Marrakchi

I’m Mohamed Marrakchi, Team Leader of Financial Forensics and Data Science at the United Nations Development Programme’s Office of Audit and Investigations. With over 20 years of experience in auditing, fraud investigation, and data science, I focus on integrating AI and machine learning into oversight and forensic processes to uncover patterns, detect anomalies, and strengthen accountability. I’m passionate about bridging the gap between traditional investigative methods and cutting-edge AI tools to transform how organizations detect and prevent fraud. Outside of work, I enjoy deep dives into AI reasoning systems and spending time with my family. At the AI Engineer World's Fair, I’m excited to share how AI is revolutionizing financial forensics in large-scale, high-stakes environments.

I’m Mohamed Marrakchi, Team Leader of Financial Forensics and Data Science at the United Nations Development Programme’s Office of Audit and Investigations. With over 20 years of experience in auditing, fraud investigation, and data science, I focus ... Show more

Dahm M Hongchai

Dahm M Hongchai

Currently, Dahm Mongkol Hongchai is a PhD student, instructor, and researcher in Engineering and Technology Management at Portland State University, where he researches Agile methodologies, leadership, and AI. Dahm is an Agile coach, Scrum Master & Trainer, and business consultant with seven years of experience in high-tech and startup industries across Silicon Valley, Thailand, and Australia.

With 16 years of accomplishments in Lean Manufacturing and Six Sigma in chemical production at Thailand’s largest company, Dahm combines technical expertise with leadership excellence. He also trains professionals globally using innovative approaches like Agile Cooking, Agile Drawing, Agile Gardening, and Agile Toy Making, with workshops conducted in the U.S.A., Thailand, Hong Kong, Sweden, the Netherlands, Belgium, and Poland.

Currently, Dahm Mongkol Hongchai is a PhD student, instructor, and researcher in Engineering and Technology Management at Portland State University, where he researches Agile methodologies, leadership, and AI. Dahm is an Agile coach, Scrum Master & T... Show more

Carol Berg

Carol Berg

Carol Berg, former software engineer, never expected to write eighteen novels. Nor did she expect to win the Colorado Book Award four times or hear that her books had been read on the slopes of Denali, in the war zone of Iraq, or underneath the Mediterranean. She certainly never thought to see her name alongside her literary heroes like JRR Tolkien as winner of the Mythopoeic Fantasy Award. Recent publications include her Collegia Magica trilogy, her Lighthouse Duet, and her Sanctuary Duet, re-released with splendiferous new artwork from Open Road Media, as well as Tor’s A Summoning of Demons under her nom de plume, Cate Glass.

Carol Berg, former software engineer, never expected to write eighteen novels. Nor did she expect to win the Colorado Book Award four times or hear that her books had been read on the slopes of Denali, in the war zone of Iraq, or underneath the Medit... Show more

Tatyana Slavova

Tatyana Slavova

Tatyana Slavova: A Woman of Courage, Determination, and Inspiration.

Propelled by her life philosophy, "Success is not final, failure is not fatal: it is the courage to continue that counts," Tatyana fearlessly relocated on her own from Ukraine to the USA, facing the challenges of war.

Tatyana is intimately acquainted with life-altering shifts, or what she calls "lifequakes." While the tools for navigating these transitions may remain constant, it's the mindset shift that truly alters the trajectory of the journey.

The common belief is that significant personal changes require a lot of time. Tatyana believes that for significant changes, it's not time that's needed, but one profound insight that rocks.

Wearing multiple hats, acting as both a Venture Capitalist and Life & Business Coach, Tatyana empowers individuals to embrace their authentic selves and pursue lives worth living.

Tatyana Slavova: A Woman of Courage, Determination, and Inspiration. Propelled by her life philosophy, "Success is not final, failure is not fatal: it is the courage to continue that counts," Tatyana fearlessly relocated on her own from Ukraine to... Show more

Nalani Saito

Nalani Saito

Nalani is a second-year sociology PhD student at Northwestern University. Her research interests include the intersection of land stewardship and empire, focusing on demilitarization and decolonization in the Pacific. Saito’s current project is on the environmental impacts of militarism in Honolulu.

Nalani is a second-year sociology PhD student at Northwestern University. Her research interests include the intersection of land stewardship and empire, focusing on demilitarization and decolonization in the Pacific. Saito’s current project is on th... Show more

Nora Goerne

Nora Goerne

I am a UX consultant specializing in accessibility and inclusive design, certified by the International Association of Accessibility Professionals (IAAP-CPACC). As a polyglot and former teacher, I take pride in giving training and talks about UX and accessibility in five languages. Currently, I work as both a freelancer and at Eleven Ways, a leading Belgian agency focused on digital accessibility.

I am a UX consultant specializing in accessibility and inclusive design, certified by the International Association of Accessibility Professionals (IAAP-CPACC). As a polyglot and former teacher, I take pride in giving training and talks about UX and ... Show more

Malissa Phung

Malissa Phung

Malissa Phung is honoured and privileged to live and work as an uninvited guest on the territories of the Huron-Wendat, Mississauga, Haudenosaunee, and Anishinaabe peoples. She is a second-generation settler descendant of Sino-Vietnamese refugees who have resettled on the territories of the Néhiyawk (Cree), Dene, Niitsitapi (Blackfoot), Métis, Nakoda (Stoney), and Anishinaabe (Ojibway/Saulteaux). She is a full-time teaching stream professor in the School of Communication and Literary Studies at Sheridan College (Ontario, Canada), where she teaches Communications, Composition & Rhetoric, Life Writing, Popular Literature and Culture, and Cultural Studies. Her scholarship develops a transnational and comparative approach to the study of Asian North American Literature that draws on theoretical analytics of Diaspora, Postcolonial, Critical Race, and Indigenous Studies. Her current manuscripts in progress include a new life narrative "[excerpts from fleeing catastrophe]" and two academic book projects: 1) Memorializing Chinese Exclusion: The Racial Capitalist and Settler Politics of Commemorating Chinese Labour in Canada; and 2) Making Kinship: Remembering and Honouring Relations of Indebtedness in Indigenous and Asian North American Literature.

Malissa Phung is honoured and privileged to live and work as an uninvited guest on the territories of the Huron-Wendat, Mississauga, Haudenosaunee, and Anishinaabe peoples. She is a second-generation settler descendant of Sino-Vietnamese refugees who... Show more

Jennifer D. Daniel

Jennifer D. Daniel

Jennifer is a PhD candidate in Innovation and Entrepreneurship at the University of Bristol. She is dedicated to understanding the factors that contribute to the success of women in technology entrepreneurship, with the ultimate goal of shaping better policies and practices for the transformation of developing economies.

Jennifer is a PhD candidate in Innovation and Entrepreneurship at the University of Bristol. She is dedicated to understanding the factors that contribute to the success of women in technology entrepreneurship, with the ultimate goal of shaping bette... Show more

Helen Rapp

Helen Rapp

Helen is a psychologist and has been supporting teams and organizational units in learning together for several years, for example in the role of an agile coach. She uses her training, her systemic approach, and her experience in designing and facilitating collaborative workshops to make collaboration effective and at eye level. In her work, she pays particular attention to the people in the organization without losing sight of the big picture.

Helen is a psychologist and has been supporting teams and organizational units in learning together for several years, for example in the role of an agile coach. She uses her training, her systemic approach, and her experience in designing and facili... Show more

Svenja Geißler

Svenja Geißler

Svenja Geißler (geissler@kit.edu) entwickelt am Zentrum für Mediales Lernen (KIT) innovative Lernformate sowie digitale Anreicherungskonzepte für Lehrveranstaltungen und betreibt digitale Wissenschaftskommunikation. Diese Konzepte vermittelt sie in Seminaren für das Institut für Schulpädagogik und Didaktik (KIT) und gibt Workshops u.a. für das HDZ, wobei sie ihre Lernveranstaltungen zugleich als Experimentierfeld für neue virtuelle und digitale Konzepte nutzt.

Svenja Geißler (geissler@kit.edu) entwickelt am Zentrum für Mediales Lernen (KIT) innovative Lernformate sowie digitale Anreicherungskonzepte für Lehrveranstaltungen und betreibt digitale Wissenschaftskommunikation. Diese Konzepte vermittelt sie in S... Show more

Ross Tate

Ross Tate

I am an independent researcher and consultant on programming-language design and implementation, currently working with the Kotlin language team. Before going independent, I was a professor at Cornell University, and I worked with the Kotlin team in its early days to integrate my research on mixed-site variance and gradual types into what became platform types. Beyond Kotlin, I have contributed to the designs of Java, Ceylon, Julia, Scala, and WebAssembly.

I am an independent researcher and consultant on programming-language design and implementation, currently working with the Kotlin language team. Before going independent, I was a professor at Cornell University, and I worked with the Kotlin team in ... Show more

Matias Romero Victorica

Matias Romero Victorica

With a background in molecular biology (MSc) and postgraduate studies in bioinformatics, I specialize in developing interactive Shiny applications for multiomics data exploration. My work spans R package development for visualization, bioinformatics pipeline optimization, and crafting tools that help scientists extract meaningful insights from various omics datatypes. Passionate about bridging bioinformatics and user-friendly analytics, I focus on making complex data accessible and actionable.

With a background in molecular biology (MSc) and postgraduate studies in bioinformatics, I specialize in developing interactive Shiny applications for multiomics data exploration. My work spans R package development for visualization, bioinformatics ... Show more

Brian Toone

Brian Toone

Brian Toone is an assistant professor at Samford University where he has taught computer science for the past twenty years. He is also an accomplished cyclist and enjoys turning his passion for cycling into an avocation via academic research involving the bike. His current work focuses on how Artificial Intelligence can improve the accuracy of many different kinds of data collected on a modern bicycle.

Brian Toone is an assistant professor at Samford University where he has taught computer science for the past twenty years. He is also an accomplished cyclist and enjoys turning his passion for cycling into an avocation via academic research involvin... Show more

Ali Ayaz

Ali Ayaz

Interdisciplinary Purple Team Consultant, Technical Writer and Cyber Security Researcher.

Interdisciplinary Purple Team Consultant, Technical Writer and Cyber Security Researcher. Show more

Dr. Kimberly Taylor MPA,DRS

Dr. Kimberly Taylor MPA,DRS

Fatherhood

Fatherhood Show more

Jason Joseph

Jason Joseph

Rooted in his passion for transformative leadership, Jason Joseph utilizes his expertise in IT consulting and professional coaching to empower every audience he interacts with. With over a decade of experience, Jason's work has influenced hundreds of thousands of users across several countries, from Brazil to Thailand. Armed with several certifications, including AWS & Azure Solution Architect, ITIL Strategic Leadership, and Scrum Product Owner, his actionable insights go beyond personal and professional transformation. Jason's impact fortifies key foundations, from cloud solutions and their influence on business architecture to technological innovation and its direct correlation to purpose-driven living. With a compassionate yet direct style, Jason inspires individuals and organizations to overcome their complex hardships and redefine their potential.

Rooted in his passion for transformative leadership, Jason Joseph utilizes his expertise in IT consulting and professional coaching to empower every audience he interacts with. With over a decade of experience, Jason's work has influenced hundreds of... Show more

Reneshan Moodley

Reneshan Moodley

Reneshan is a seasoned information technology professional with over two decades of experience. Throughout his career, he has excelled in various roles, including system administration, software development, project and product management, agile consulting, agile strategy and DevOps. Reneshan is passionate about guiding organisations in adopting a GESHIDO approach, offering his expertise through coaching, consulting, and training. He is committed to fostering environments that embrace agile principles and the GESHIDO mindset. Reneshan's comprehensive understanding of the IT landscape and his dedication to continuous improvement is instrumental in his role as co-founder of the GESHIDO framework.

Reneshan is a seasoned information technology professional with over two decades of experience. Throughout his career, he has excelled in various roles, including system administration, software development, project and product management, agile cons... Show more

Wiebke Sophie Ost

Wiebke Sophie Ost

Wiebke Sophie Ost konzipiert und erprobt innovative Lehr- und Lernformate sowie flexible Studienmodelle an der Hochschule Koblenz. Zu ihren Forschungsschwerpunkten zählen immersives Lehren und Lernen im Bildungsbereich (insbesondere durch den Einsatz von VR und AR), Künstliche Intelligenz, Mehrsprachigkeit, Internationalisierung und interkulturelle Kommunikation.

Wiebke Sophie Ost konzipiert und erprobt innovative Lehr- und Lernformate sowie flexible Studienmodelle an der Hochschule Koblenz. Zu ihren Forschungsschwerpunkten zählen immersives Lehren und Lernen im Bildungsbereich (insbesondere durch den Einsatz... Show more

Edwin McDonough

Edwin McDonough

City of Chicago Department of Public Health Project Manager Continuous Improvement Team

City of Chicago Department of Public Health Project Manager Continuous Improvement Team Show more

Héctor Vicente Delgado

Héctor Vicente Delgado

Un historiador del Arte reconvertido al mundo de los datos que trabaja con tecnología Microsoft y disfruta creando comunidad.

Un historiador del Arte reconvertido al mundo de los datos que trabaja con tecnología Microsoft y disfruta creando comunidad. Show more

Øystein Brager

Øystein Brager

UNG TEKST er Unge Viken Teaters satsning på unge dramatikere.

UNG TEKST er Unge Viken Teaters satsning på unge dramatikere. Show more

Ludmila Tomperi

Ludmila Tomperi

Speaker, Coach, DEI enthusiast
Passionate TA, recruiting and Sourcing Enthusiast with a flair for empathy. People and community advocate.
Over the last 8+ years, I have been actively engaged in the Tech Recruitment world. During this time, I successfully nurtured the growth of Zalando Helsinki's Tech division and currently supporting the global growth of the Aiven Tech Product (+) team.
As a firm believer in candidates' journeys and meaningful relationships, my team and I always strive to add a personal touch to our approach.
Additionally, I have a passion for coaching, open source, and communities.

Speaker, Coach, DEI enthusiast Passionate TA, recruiting and Sourcing Enthusiast with a flair for empathy. People and community advocate. Over the last 8+ years, I have been actively engaged in the Tech Recruitment world. During this time, I succes... Show more

Aparna Sundar

Aparna Sundar

Aparna Sundar is a Senior Researcher at OpenSearch Project. She has decades of experience in the field of research and design. She actively publishes in cognitive science journals. Aparna gives talks in various domains including Technology, Psychology and Marketing.

Aparna Sundar is a Senior Researcher at OpenSearch Project. She has decades of experience in the field of research and design. She actively publishes in cognitive science journals. Aparna gives talks in various domains including Technology, Psycholog... Show more

Andy Vargo

Andy Vargo

Andy Vargo is a professional speaker, author, life-change coach, podcast host and comedian known for his engaging and humorous approach to personal development. He empowers individuals and organizations to embrace their unique traits through his "Own Your Awkward" concept. Andy has authored several books, including Own Your Awkward Life Changes and Own Your Awkward Thoughts. He also hosts the "Own Your Awkward Talks Speaking Course," coaching individuals to present confidently. With a diverse skill set in public speaking, content creation, and personal branding, Andy is a sought-after speaker and coach who brings laughter and insight into life's challenges.

Andy Vargo is a professional speaker, author, life-change coach, podcast host and comedian known for his engaging and humorous approach to personal development. He empowers individuals and organizations to embrace their unique traits through his "Own... Show more

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