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REChain® Network Solutions is an international ecosystem uniting decentralization, AI, education, and future technologies.
Founder: Dmitry Sorokin — engineer, decentralized systems architect, venture producer, and researcher in AI and blockchain.

Operating in the CIS:

REChain Network Solutions, LLC | REChain RF
REChain® is a registered trademark.

All rights reserved.
Partners: Softline Group | Skolkovo Foundation | SKOLTECH | USPTO Trademark #97404591
TIN: 7704409660 | OGRN: 1217700514120

Operating in the USA, Canada, Australia, and New Zealand:

tsdr.uspto.gov/#caseNumber=97404591&caseSearchType=US_APPLICATION&caseType=DEFAULT&searchType=statusSearch

Operating in Europe, Asia, Africa, and Latin America:
Activities are carried out through local subsidiaries, as well as through distributed REChain® DAO nodes and partner programs.
Support for international initiatives on digital equality, internet access, and education.

On my own behalf -

1. Venture Studio - 75+ projects. All projects are related to open source software.

R&D areas:
Decentralized cloud computing (RECloud, REChain.Space).
Artificial intelligence and cognitive systems (Katya® AI, Tanya® Core).
Quantum networks and post-quantum cryptography.
Eco-friendly blockchains and neural networks (NeuroChain).
Interaction of AI with IoT and robotics.

2. Support for domestic NGOs, NPOs, budgetary and commercial organizations.

REChain®️ actively develops collaboration with Russian non-profit (NPOs), research institutions (NPOs), and budgetary institutions, helping them implement modern digital solutions based on domestic technologies and open standards.

Key areas:
🤝 Joint public-private initiatives: digitalization of social, educational, and scientific infrastructure.
💼 Solutions for commercial entities: creation of corporate platforms, secure document management systems, CRM/ERP, financial and analytical solutions.
🧩 Projects for government organizations: implementation of domestic IT products, support for import substitution, development of AI in public administration.
🌍 REChain®️'s proprietary commercial ecosystem: a suite of products and services for governance, communications, security, and infrastructure.

REChain®️ creates a unified technological space for NGOs, businesses, and governments—with a focus on sovereignty, security, and open source.

Major partners and alliances:
Softline Group.
Skolkovo Foundation.
Skoltech.
REChain VC Group Lab.
Katya AI Systems LLC.
Marina Moda Music Production.
Tanechca Foundation.
0Byte, Polkadot, OpenAI Community Builders.

🤝 We invite venture studios, research centers, and companies in the fields of decentralization, AI, and security to partner with us.

3. Government and strategic projects. Space, aviation, and AI in the infrastructure of the future.

REChain® actively participates in the development and support of government and defense industry initiatives related to the implementation of advanced technologies at the city, regional, and national infrastructure levels.

Key areas:
🛰 Space: decentralized communications, telemetry, and data analysis systems for space programs.
✈️ Aviation: intelligent control, predictive maintenance, and security systems based on AI and big data.
🏙 Smart Cities: building autonomous city networks, digital twins, and platforms for managing transportation, energy, infrastructure, and security.
🧠 AI and government infrastructure: developing neural network systems for decision-making, process automation, and ensuring technological sovereignty.

REChain® develops technologies that help countries and cities become smarter, safer, and more independent.

2025–2027 Strategic Focus:
Launch of REChain® DAO 2.0—distributed ecosystem governance.
Scaling REChain® VC Group Lab to global markets.
Deployment of Eseniia University in 12 countries.
Support for Web6 and quantum AI models.
Release of Katya® OS (mobile & desktop) in Q1 2026.

4. Open Source

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REChain® actively develops and supports the open source software ecosystem.
We believe that openness is the foundation of trust, security, and technological progress.

🧩 Our Open Source Focus:
Development of the REChain® OS core and open source blockchain frameworks.
Publishing SDKs, APIs, and tools for integrating decentralized solutions. Creating open protocols and standards for Web6, distributed networks, and AI infrastructure.
Participation and collaboration with global open-source initiatives: Linux Foundation, OpenAI Community, Polkadot Builders, 0Byte Labs.
Development of open-source educational programs and laboratories (through Eseniia University and Katya® AI Systems).

🧠 Open Source REChain® Mission:
To create free, secure, and transparent technologies that serve all of humanity, not just individual corporations.

5. REChain®️ VC Group Lab Venture Builder, Incubator, and Startup Studio 🎙 are now launching globally! 😌 REChain®️ VC Group Lab is a next-generation ecosystem combining venture project creation, incubation, a startup studio, and a syndicate model. We provide startups with blockchain-based solutions, individual mentoring, financing, and accelerators – 150+ projects.

🎙 REChain®️ VC Group Lab is a next-generation global venture ecosystem that combines:
Venture Studio (turnkey startup creation and launch),
Incubator (mentoring, acceleration, mentoring, access to resources),
Startup Studio (MVP, PoC, architecture development, scaling),
Investor Syndicate (collective project financing through the DAO model).

💎 Focus Areas:
Artificial Intelligence, Generative and Cognitive Models.
Web6 and Decentralized Networks.
Quantum Computing and Security.
Educational and Social Technologies.
Fintech, GovTech, MedTech, and SpaceTech.
Creative Economy and Metaverses.

🚀 What We Offer Startups:
Funding (pre-seed → Series B).
Mentoring and expert support.
Access to the REChain® infrastructure (blockchain, API, AI, devtools).
Support for entering international markets.
White Label/Franchise/DAO model for local launches.
Full technological support (DevOps, Security, Product, Marketing).

🌍 Scale:
150+ launched and supported projects.
75+ in-house projects.
40+ partners in the CIS, Europe, Asia, and the US.
Support from international funds, accelerators, and incubators.

Legal integrity and compliance:
All projects comply with GDPR, ISO 27001, SOC 2, and local jurisdiction requirements.
Within the Russian Federation, we operate within the framework of Russian legislation and the experimental legal regime.
Internationally, we operate in compliance with SEC, FinCEN, FCA, and ASIC regulations.

REChain® VC Group Lab Investment Tracks:
Pre-seed / Seed / Series A / Series B.
Investments in our own ecosystems and external projects.
"AI for Humanity" program for projects in education and accessible internet.
Individual and institutional syndicates.

Telegram: t.me/+aNI7CzqG3OAxZDdi

dApp: rechainvc.codemagic.app

🧬 REChain® VC Group Lab Mission:
We are creating a global venture capital system where every talent, idea, and team has a chance to become part of a new technological world—open, sustainable, and ethical.

6. The REChain® Open Internet Alliance

🌐 The REChain® Open Internet Alliance is an international initiative aimed at creating a new digital order where the internet remains open, secure, fair, and independent of centralized monopolies, censorship, and totalitarian control.

🕊 Alliance Mission:
To create a new paradigm of digital freedom, where technology serves people, not systems. We unite developers, researchers, companies, and organizations around the world to build a clean, sustainable, and transparent internet of the future.

🔐 Core Principles of the Alliance:

Openness and Interoperability.
Use of open protocols, APIs, and licenses to ensure the independence and interconnectivity of ecosystems.

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Privacy by default.
Every solution uses secure cryptography, zero-knowledge, and data anonymization.

Security and Trust.
Code verification, distributed nodes, and consensus without single points of failure.

Environmental friendliness and energy efficiency.
New distributed computing models that utilize energy without harming the environment.

Decentralization and digital equality.
Participation of all regions, including Africa, South America, and Asia, without access restrictions.

Ethical Artificial Intelligence.
Elimination of mass surveillance systems and algorithmic discrimination.

🚀 Technological Focus Areas of the Alliance:
Development of Web6—a next-generation distributed architecture. REChain.Space — a decentralized anonymous search engine
dChange Network — private communications and data exchange
RECloud — a distributed computing space
SynapseSDK — an open platform for AI and blockchain interoperability
AI Quantum Layer — a post-quantum security and neural network integration layer

🤝 Alliance Partners and Members:
REChain Network Solutions, LLC.
Katya® AI Systems LLC.
Eseniia University.
REChain VC Group Lab.
Marina Moda® Music Production.
0Byte, Polkadot, OpenAI Community Builders, GitHub Open Source Programs.
Independent developers and research labs worldwide.

🌍 Geographic Presence:
The Alliance operates on all continents, including the CIS, Europe, the USA, the Middle East, Africa, India, and Asia.
Supports digital inclusion initiatives, including free internet access and technology in third-world countries.

🧩 Participation formats:
Partnership programs and licensing of REChain® technologies.
Joint research projects.
Contribution to open-source and DAO initiatives.
Deployment of regional REChain® OpenNet nodes.

Our mission:

They make the digital world safe, open, and fair.

Our principles:
Transparency and decentralization.
Ethical artificial intelligence.
Privacy as a right, not a privilege.
Free access to knowledge.
Collaboration without borders.

7. Computer Vision, Big Data, and Machine Learning Laboratory (REChain® AI & Vision Lab)

REChain® AI & Vision Lab is a research unit specializing in machine vision, big data analysis, translation, and multimodal neural models.

🧠 Key areas of work:
Real-time image and video processing (object, face, and gesture recognition).
Neural models for automatic translation, transcription, and speech synthesis.
Generative models (GANs, Diffusion Models, Multimodal AI).
Cognitive and learning systems for industry, medicine, and education.
Big data analytics, building ML pipelines, processing data streams.
Integration with REChain® AI Quantum Layer – a post-quantum neural network computing module.

🧩 Applications:
Smart cities and transportation.
Surveillance and security systems.
Educational technologies (Eseniia University).
Media and content industry (Marina Moda®, Katya® AI).

🔬 Demo: magicai.projecthub.ai

📦 Source code and SDK are available in a private GitHub branch for REChain® partners.

8. Eseniia University

Eseniia University is the world's first decentralized university of technology and innovation, uniting education, science, and open source.

🎓 University Mission:
To make education globally accessible, equitable, and modern.
Everyone should have the opportunity to learn, explore, and create without barriers.

📘 Key areas of activity:

Combining technology and education.
Creating modern educational software and AI platforms for students and teachers.

Fostering collaboration.
Forming international academic and technological collaborations.

Accessibility.
Open online programs, course translations, integration with third-world countries.

Open Research.
Publishing open-source research, algorithms, solutions, and educational materials.

Laboratories.
AI & ML Lab.
Blockchain & Web6 Lab.
Cognitive Systems Lab.
CyberSec Lab.

📂 Open community on GitHub:

github.com/Eseniia-University

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💫 The University is implementing the "Knowledge Without Borders" program, aimed at developing technological education in developing countries.

9. Internet of the Future and Digital Inclusion

🌍 REChain® Global Connectivity Initiative is a program to develop and support internet access in low-income countries, regions with low digitalization, and regions with limited access.

📡 Key objectives:
Connecting regions of Africa, Asia, the Middle East, and Latin America to decentralized REChain® nodes.
Deployment of satellite and mesh networks with open protocols.
Providing free access to educational and research resources (Eseniia University, REChain OpenNet).
Providing technological assistance and training to local communities.

🤝 We work with organizations, NGOs, and foundations to make the internet truly universal.

10. Blockchain Development, Implementation, and Support

REChain® Blockchain Lab is an engineering division dedicated to the design, development, and integration of next-generation blockchain protocols.

⚙️ Areas of Work:
Designing custom blockchains based on REChain® Core and SynapseSDK.
Interaction with international networks – 0Byte, Polkadot, BNB Chain, Avalanche, REChain.Finance.
Development of tokenomics, DeFi instruments, NFT protocols, DAOs, and identification systems.
Research of quantum-resistant consensus algorithms.
Audit and verification of smart contracts.

📈 Goal: Building a reliable and transparent infrastructure for the economy of the future.

11. Open Source and Technology Projects

🧩 The REChain® Open Technology Program is a global initiative aimed at developing open source technologies and socially significant IT projects.

🌐 Focus:
Development and publication of open source solutions.
Cooperation with government agencies and international NGOs.
Using technology to stabilize and improve the geopolitical situation.
Supporting projects in the areas of human rights, ecology, and digital independence.

🕊 We believe that technological openness is a tool for peace, cooperation, and trust.

12. CyberSec, Compliance & Audit

🛡 The REChain® CyberSec Division combines cybersecurity, audit, compliance, and data infrastructure protection.

🔐 Core competencies:
Security of hosts, clouds, data centers, and software.
Development of Zero Trust architecture and “Privacy by Design” encryption.
Analysis and audit of code, smart contracts, and decentralized systems.
Development of threat monitoring and response systems (SOC/SIEM/IDS).
Compliance with GDPR, ISO 27001, SOC 2, GOST R, and local regulatory requirements.

🧠 Separate focus area — AI Security:
Development of data protection methods.

Protected against attacks, substitutions, and leaks.

📊 The REChain® compliance platform integrates with venture and corporate clients, providing a full cycle of control and certification.

13. Katya® 👽 OS — A Next-Generation Mobile and Desktop Operating System.

Katya® 👽 is a decentralized, secure, and completely independent operating system, available in two versions:
Katya Mobile 📱 — a secure mobile environment built on the principles of autonomy, privacy, and user freedom.
Katya Desktop 💻 — a desktop ecosystem supporting REChain® applications, compatible services, and neural interfaces.

Katya® 👽 OS is focused on moving away from dependence on centralized ecosystems (Apple, Google, Microsoft) in favor of an open and sovereign digital space.
The system is based on Web6 technologies, REChain Mesh, quantum models, and artificial intelligence.

Katya® 👽 is more than just an OS.
It is an intelligent assistant, messenger, workspace, network node, and interface to the decentralized REChain® Universe.

The project is also global. Separate branches are available for different countries!

14. REChain® Cloud ☁️ — decentralized Web6 cloud infrastructure.

REChain® Cloud is the core of the new internet era.
A fully decentralized cloud ecosystem that unites computing power, data storage, and intelligent services based on blockchain and artificial intelligence.

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Key areas:
🧠 AI + Mesh Infrastructure: intelligent clusters distributed across nodes worldwide.
🔗 Web6 Interconnect: A new connectivity paradigm where every network, device, and application becomes part of a global mesh network with no single point of failure.
🛰 Quantum Network Layer: Support for quantum computing, cryptography, and secure data transfer.
🧩 Edge & Fog Computing: Localized computing and user-level caching for instant response and autonomy.
🌍 Interplanetary Sync: Synchronize data across devices, planets, and networks via REChain GCL (Global Chain Log).

REChain® Cloud is a cloud without a central authority.
It is not owned by corporations—it is owned by users.

15. Introducing Aurora Dev Lab, a research and development unit within the REChain Network Solutions, LLC ecosystem—a participant and partner of the Skolkovo, Softline, and Skoltech programs.
The laboratory's activities are focused on the development, testing, and integration of domestic solutions in the areas of operating systems, cybersecurity, infrastructure platforms, and artificial intelligence.

We are currently implementing a comprehensive project aimed at integrating three key domestic operating systems—Astra Linux, Aurora, and Katya OS (REChain)—into a single multi-platform ecosystem.
The project's objective is to create a universal secure environment that ensures application compatibility, support for corporate and government scenarios, and unification of management, monitoring, and security tools.

As part of this project, we conduct multi-level testing and comparative studies, including:
assessing the compatibility and resilience of systems when operating in distributed infrastructures;
analysis of performance and energy efficiency on various hardware configurations;
testing mandatory and discretionary access control tools, as well as data protection models;
Compatibility testing with domestic hardware platforms, in particular ICL, Aquarius, IRU, and others.

The project is open-source, scientific, applied, and integrative, aimed at strengthening domestic technological independence and developing ecosystems of compatible domestic solutions.

Selective Open Source:

github.com/sorydima?tab=repositories

github.com/Eseniia-University

github.com/Katya-Incorporated

github.com/Katya-Solutions-LLC

github.com/MarinaModaMusicProd

github.com/Nastasia-Food

github.com/REChain-Developers-Office-Foundation

github.com/REChain-Network-Solutions

github.com/Katya-AI-Systems-LLC

As well as all accounts subscribed to these GitHub accounts.

Calendly: calendly.com/preseed4/30min

Sincerely, Dmitry Olegovich Sorokin
Telegram +79264472885
WhatsApp +79939038965

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Outside of tech, he spends time learning piano and basic music production, hitting the gym, and exploring big questions about how the world works. He's also fascinated by how people think and learn, often channeling that curiosity into talks, writing, and conversations about science and critical thinking.

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Joel brings 25 years of global experience, supporting Fortune 500 companies and thousands of participants. He specializes in empowering leaders and teams with effective communication skills, fostering more impactful collaboration and motivation. His expertise lies in enabling individuals to authentically influence others towards deeper business relationships, fostering trust and enhancing engagement.

Joel thrives to lead engaging and interactive sessions based on 'Learn, Laugh, and Do!'

When you communicate effectively, people feel heard, seen, and understood- mutual respect is created, and you start connecting and unlocking the motivators for you and the other.

Drawing from his background as a former professional actor and improviser- Joel brings unique tips and activities for everyone to practice and implement.

You can listen to or watch Joel as the host of "The Great Canadian Leadership" and "This Feels Right" Podcasts and YouTube – interviewing leaders and experts on influencing and communications skills."

Joel brings 25 years of global experience, supporting Fortune 500 companies and thousands of participants. He specializes in empowering leaders and teams with effective communication skills, fostering more impactful collaboration and motivation. His ... Show more

💭 Søren Friis Alexandersen is a renowned thought leader in the ERP space, known for his deep expertise and collaborative approach. He's far into his career's 3rd decade, and currently a Principal Product Manager at Microsoft in the Dynamics 365 Business Central engineering team, working on Microsoft's core business solution for SMBs, where his mandate is to rethink Finance through the lens of AI.

💡 With a distinguished standing in the community, Søren is celebrated not only for his technical acumen but also for his unwavering commitment to openness and continuous learning, always bringing in the human factor into technology.

👩🏼‍💻 Søren's is a strategist at heart, and his leadership is characterized by his ability to bridge the gap between complex technological concepts and practical, human-centered applications.

🦸🏼 As a lifelong learner, Søren continuously seeks new knowledge and perspectives, fostering a culture of growth and adaptability within his professional circles. He shares the broadly held view that technology can and should improve human lives through increased productivity, though he thinks a lot about what we will do with the productivity gain long term, and how we ensure AI in particular is fair, transparent, and accessible to all.

💭 Søren Friis Alexandersen is a renowned thought leader in the ERP space, known for his deep expertise and collaborative approach. He's far into his career's 3rd decade, and currently a Principal Product Manager at Microsoft in the Dynamics 365 Busi... Show more

Harrison Crawford, LPC LIAC - Harrison has worked in the field of mental health for 15 years and is a Licensed Professional Counselor with additional licensure focused on addictive disorders. Harrison has a passion for working with fathers through direct services and helping systems implement gender-responsive and trauma-informed programming. Harrison completed his graduate work at Argosy University in Phoenix, earning Master’s degrees in Mental Health Counseling and Sport-Exercise Psychology. Harrison lives in Gilbert, Arizona with his wife, Jenna, and two children, Grayson and Kinsley.

Harrison Crawford, LPC LIAC - Harrison has worked in the field of mental health for 15 years and is a Licensed Professional Counselor with additional licensure focused on addictive disorders. Harrison has a passion for working with fathers through di... Show more

Aanvi Dogra is a senior at Dublin Jerome High School who is also attending Columbus State Community College to earn her Computer Science Cybersecurity Major AAS. She is passionate about technology and learning about new technological advancements. She takes pride in uplifting her community, especially young students and she does this by volunteer organizations and clubs. In her free time, she enjoys working with kids and fostering a passion for STEM within children, as well as spending time with her family and friends.

Aanvi Dogra is a senior at Dublin Jerome High School who is also attending Columbus State Community College to earn her Computer Science Cybersecurity Major AAS. She is passionate about technology and learning about new technological advancements. Sh... Show more

Brad Nelson is a public speaker and content creator specializing in scientific thinking, high-performance, and product development. As host of 'The Agile For Agilists Podcast,' he leverages his extensive cross-functional expertise to engage industry leaders in thoughtful conversations about complex topics. With over 15 years of experience in applying his skills and educating others—from individual contributors to senior executives—Brad has become a respected voice in the field. An avid learner, he acquires books faster than he can read them and is constantly experimenting with (and usually breaking) new technologies. Likewise, he holds numerous credentials, including a 'Happiness Leadership' certification from HarvardX.

Brad Nelson is a public speaker and content creator specializing in scientific thinking, high-performance, and product development. As host of 'The Agile For Agilists Podcast,' he leverages his extensive cross-functional expertise to engage industry ... Show more

Philip Obiorah is a Data Scientist, Co-Organizer PyData Milton Keynes , Lead of GDG Cloud Port Harcourt, a Google Explore ML Facilitator, and a researcher with interests in Machine Learning and Natural Language Processing. He is a former Graduate Teaching Assistant at the University of Buckingham, United Kingdom, and currently serves as a Learning Development Coach in Computing at the University of Buckingham. An Oracle Certified Professional and a member of the British Computer Society, Philip has a diverse academic and professional background.

Philip holds a PhD in Computer Science from the University of Port Harcourt. In addition, he has earned two Master's degrees: an MSc in Applied Data Science from the University of Buckingham, graduating with distinction, and an MSc in Computer Science from the University of Port Harcourt. He also holds a BA in Philosophy from Nnamdi Azikiwe University, Nigeria.

Philip is deeply committed to community development and has volunteered extensively to mentor participants in AI and data science programs through initiatives like AI School Africa, the Google Africa Developers Scholarship, and Google Explore ML with Crowdsource. His academic contributions include several research publications, notably "Topic Modeling Using Latent Dirichlet Allocation & Multinomial Logistic Regression," published in the Journal of Digital Innovations & Contemporary Research in Science, Engineering & Technology (Vol. 10, No. 4).

Philip’s efforts have earned him numerous accolades. He was a Global Nominee at NASA SpaceApps 2018 and received the Tech Social Impact Icon (Green) Award in 2022 from Techrity. He was also honored with a special plaque from Google Developer Groups for fostering a vibrant developer community at GDG Cloud Port Harcourt.

Passionate about teaching, community building, and bridging the gap between academia and the tech industry, Philip is dedicated to continuing his impactful journey and achieving even greater milestones in the future.

Philip Obiorah is a Data Scientist, Co-Organizer PyData Milton Keynes , Lead of GDG Cloud Port Harcourt, a Google Explore ML Facilitator, and a researcher with interests in Machine Learning and Natural Language Processing. He is a former Graduate Te... Show more

Ashley René is a speaker, strategist, and founder of Presence Over Pixels, a St. Louis–based company helping people take back control of their time, focus, and relationships in a tech-dominated world. With a background in corporate leadership and a passion for human connection, Ashley René teaches professionals how to set boundaries with their devices, stay present in high-demand environments, and lead with intention - online and off. Her work lives at the intersection of wellness, leadership, and digital culture, offering practical tools for anyone looking to thrive without burning out. When she's not leading workshops or speaking on stages, Ashley René is performing with her band, Bourbon Jury, and actively engaged in the local arts scene of St Louis.

Ashley René is a speaker, strategist, and founder of Presence Over Pixels, a St. Louis–based company helping people take back control of their time, focus, and relationships in a tech-dominated world. With a background in corporate leadership and a p... Show more

Yanyi is the author of Dream of the Divided Field (One World 2022), The Year of Blue Water (Yale 2019), and the writing advice column The Reading (2020– ). He teaches poetry in the MFA Program at Warren Wilson College and at large. In 2023, he founded the Asian American Literary Archive.

Yanyi is the author of Dream of the Divided Field (One World 2022), The Year of Blue Water (Yale 2019), and the writing advice column The Reading (2020– ). He teaches poetry in the MFA Program at Warren Wilson College and at large. In 2023, he founde... Show more

Since 1999 in IT – Practical – Simplifier – #BulletPointFree Public Speaker - Likes sharing knowledge – Projects and changes only – Has also a technical focus – Acts as bridge between business and technology – Founded DerkIT in 2017 and Blue Identity in 2022 - Guides complex decisions and reduces them to the essence – Believes that humor, clarity, and simplicity are most important.

Since 1999 in IT – Practical – Simplifier – #BulletPointFree Public Speaker - Likes sharing knowledge – Projects and changes only – Has also a technical focus – Acts as bridge between business and technology – Founded DerkIT in 2017 and Blue Identi... Show more

Michael Bower is a 30+ year broadcasting and podcast veteran who has hosted national shows on Sirius Satellite Radio, delivered daily reports as a National Correspondent for NBC News Radio, and produced more than 1,000 podcasts across genres. As a former VP of Programming for Ingstad Minnesota Radio Network, he led talent development, coached on-air hosts, and even tested early AI “on-air personalities” — discovering why authenticity always beats automation.

Today, Michael brings that experience to the stage with talks that blend broadcast discipline, podcast innovation, and humor from his years in stand-up comedy. His signature sessions — Craft Over Clout, Process Over Perfection, and The AI DJ Problem — help creators cut through the noise, build loyal audiences, and reclaim quality in an algorithm-driven era.

Michael’s approach is simple but powerful: respect your listener’s time, earn their trust, and give them something they’ll come back for.

Michael Bower is a 30+ year broadcasting and podcast veteran who has hosted national shows on Sirius Satellite Radio, delivered daily reports as a National Correspondent for NBC News Radio, and produced more than 1,000 podcasts across genres. As a fo... Show more

Emanuel Toledo es Licenciado en Gestión Pública y Analista-Científico de Datos. Con más de 13 años de experiencia en el sector público, especializado en administración, auditoría y análisis presupuestario , ha impulsado en los últimos años su desarrollo hacia la tecnología, liderando la transformación digital desde el análisis, visualización, ciencia de datos e inteligencia artificial. Es CEO y fundador de Thinking OUT!, una consultora digital especializada en datos, comprometido con la inclusión, la innovación y el aprendizaje continuo. Interesado en colaborar con proyectos de impacto social que integren tecnología, educación y equidad, Emanuel es un firme creyente de que la decisión política y las herramientas accesibles son la clave para un servicio público más eficiente y transparente en América Latina.

Emanuel Toledo es Licenciado en Gestión Pública y Analista-Científico de Datos. Con más de 13 años de experiencia en el sector público, especializado en administración, auditoría y análisis presupuestario , ha impulsado en los últimos años su desarro... Show more

Cindy Gross is a leadership clarity coach who helps women and non-binary leaders in tech lead with courage, clarity, and confidence. A former Microsoft data and cloud architect with 25+ years in enterprise tech, she knows firsthand what it means to thrive in high-pressure, male-dominated environments—while carrying the emotional labor of being “the only one.”

Now, as the founder of Befriending Dragons, Cindy supports underestimated leaders who are ready to stop shape-shifting to survive and start leading from their full selves. She blends systems thinking, equity-centered coaching, and lived experience to help clients navigate burnout, bias, and big decisions with grounded insight and practical strategy. Her work invites leaders to reclaim their voice, set powerful boundaries, and lead in ways that are both effective and deeply aligned.

Cindy’s keynotes and workshops have sparked reflection and change in tech teams, leadership cohorts, coaching communities, and public sector organizations. She speaks with sharp insight, mythic perspective, and deep compassion for what it really takes to lead when the system wasn’t built for you. Her message is simple and powerful: you’re not broken. You get to lead as your full self—and when you do, you change everything.

Cindy Gross is a leadership clarity coach who helps women and non-binary leaders in tech lead with courage, clarity, and confidence. A former Microsoft data and cloud architect with 25+ years in enterprise tech, she knows firsthand what it means to t... Show more

CRUX IS AN EXPERT ANALYST ON CBS, THE REAL CSI: MIAMI.
Click The Link To See Crux in The Real CSI: MIAMI

https://youtu.be/UsVswWyyFZg?si=L9lca4H98xypbGRz&t=49

Crux resides in Fort Wayne, Indiana, and has over 20 years of law enforcement experience (Now retired), criminal profiling, and teaching experience (adjunct professor). Crux has now taken his years of experience, education research, and training; to incorporate novel methods of teaching/learning. Crux has utilized his background in Psychology, Team Building, and Behavioral Profiling to implement said methods to take out the law-enforcement aspect and make these skills people/civilian practical.

#Cybersecurity, #CriminalProfile, #Ninja, #Keynote, #Speaker, #TeamBuilding #TeamDynamics #TechPsychology, #Security, #DevopSec
Law Enforcement experience:

•Homicide Detective
•Criminal Profiler
•Gang Unit Specialist Detective
•Hostage Negotiator
•Crisis Intervention Team (CIT) Officer
•School Resources Officer (SRO)
•Five years as a Special Agent with the DEPARTMENT OF HOMELAND (DHS)

Now retired, Crux worked as a Homicide Detective, Criminal Profiler, and Hostage Negotiator with the Fort Wayne (Indiana) Police Dept.

Teaching experience:
Currently, Crux is an Adjunct Professor:

•Psychology
•Business Psychology
•Social Media Psychology
•Criminal Profiling
•Criminal Behavior
•Computer Psychology
•Sociology (Group Dynamics)

Education:

•Bachelor of Science degree; Criminology (Ball State University, 1994).

•Master’s degree; Forensic Psychology (Walden University, 2012).

•Currently, a Ph.D. Candidate (Forensic Psychology) at Walden University

CRUX IS AN EXPERT ANALYST ON CBS, THE REAL CSI: MIAMI. Click The Link To See Crux in The Real CSI: MIAMI https://youtu.be/UsVswWyyFZg?si=L9lca4H98xypbGRz&t=49 Crux resides in Fort Wayne, Indiana, and has over 20 years of law enforcement experi... Show more

I am a DBA since 1997 and have worked with SQL6, 6,5 and upwards. My interest are merely platform based, but also interested in performance and monitoring. With the requirements changing I am working in DevSEcOps for SQL for my employer. Security is getting more focus. That means I am trying to setup builds that are secure by designed and securely designed. Tools help with that.

I am a DBA since 1997 and have worked with SQL6, 6,5 and upwards. My interest are merely platform based, but also interested in performance and monitoring. With the requirements changing I am working in DevSEcOps for SQL for my employer. Security is ... Show more

Darryl Kanouse has led enterprise-scale data science, AI/ML, and analytics product development at global organizations including AWS, Amazon, Canva, and Activision. For over two decades, he has built and scaled data systems and capabilities that enable large, complex organizations to make better decisions, optimize performance, and operate with precision at scale. Throughout his career, Darryl has built cross-functional teams that bridge engineering, product, analytics, and business strategy, focusing on structural alignment over strict process.

In recent years, Darryl has evolved his work in systems thinking to focus on the structural foundations of organizational success. As a Viability Architect, he identifies and addresses the underlying causes of dysfunction: misaligned feedback loops, boundary ambiguity, and resource allocation failures. His systems-level approach helps executive teams move beyond surface-level fixes to implement durable, high-leverage structural change.

Darryl Kanouse has led enterprise-scale data science, AI/ML, and analytics product development at global organizations including AWS, Amazon, Canva, and Activision. For over two decades, he has built and scaled data systems and capabilities that enab... Show more

Mala Mahadevan is a senior database professional with over 20 years of experience working with data, primarily in SQL Server and related technologies. She has been volunteering with SQL Server community for the past 15 years and is also a recipient of the PASSion award for being an outstanding volunteer. She is a featured blogger on sqlservercentral.com and also blogs frequently at curiousaboutdata.com. She is active on twitter as @sqlmal.

Mala Mahadevan is a senior database professional with over 20 years of experience working with data, primarily in SQL Server and related technologies. She has been volunteering with SQL Server community for the past 15 years and is also a recipient o... Show more