Humanities & Social Sciences

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

Marc Bouvier

Marc Bouvier

Developpeur depuis 10 ans dans des domaines variés tels que l'assurance, les services publics et le RGPD. J'ai pu développer une sensibilité pour le craft et aussi les pratiques humaines qui font du développement logiciel plus que simplement écrire du code.
Je souhaite aujourd'hui mettre en action mon savoir faire pour contribuer à répondre aux enjeux majeurs de notre siècle tels que le réchauffement climatique, les inégalités et la démocratie.

Developpeur depuis 10 ans dans des domaines variés tels que l'assurance, les services publics et le RGPD. J'ai pu développer une sensibilité pour le craft et aussi les pratiques humaines qui font du développement logiciel plus que simplement écrire d... Show more

Wes Shields

Wes Shields

Wes Shields, Principal and founder of Synthminds.AI, leads a team of 15 experts, propelling clients' AI strategies and objectives with ethical and innovative solutions. Under his stewardship, his full-service Artificial Intelligence agency provides bespoke services that exceed their strategic needs to an extensive list of clientele from academia to various industries including aviation, customer service, legal, marketing, logistics, education and technology. He was named one of the first 18 global “OpenAI Experts”, an endorsement awarded and recognized formally by OpenAI. Shields' exemplary work has earned him and his Synthminds team the "Expert-Vetted" AI Consultant accolade from Upwork, a title conferred on the top 1% of the 18 million professionals on the platform.

Recognized as an accomplished strategist and speaker in the field of AI, he is also the host of the popular podcast, 'How to Talk to AI.' He has a notable presence on Promptbase.com, the premier prompt sales marketplace, where his prompts rank him amongst the top 200 worldwide.

Shields possesses an impressive academic portfolio, holding an MS in Operations Research from the Naval Postgraduate School, an MBA from the Mason School of Business at The College of William & Mary, and a BS in Economics from the esteemed United States Naval Academy. His contributions to academic research, particularly in the domains of complex network science and logistics technology integration, have been published and recognized, earning him graduate certifications from both the Kegan-Flagler School of Business at the University of North Carolina Chapel Hill and the Naval Postgraduate School.

For more insights into his professional pursuits and areas of interest, visit https://synthminds.ai/.

Wes Shields, Principal and founder of Synthminds.AI, leads a team of 15 experts, propelling clients' AI strategies and objectives with ethical and innovative solutions. Under his stewardship, his full-service Artificial Intelligence agency provides b... Show more

Victor de Lange

Victor de Lange

Victor de Lange is an author and Product Marketeer at Signify, formerly known as Philips Lighting. He enjoys meaningful interactions with professional end-users, architects and engineers while helping them to realise their sustainable project ambitions. Throughout his career, projects under his responsibility helped saving over 54,000 ton of CO2 in Australia, China and Southeast Asia. Victor is passionate about lighting technology and specialises in commercial, industrial and street light applications. His interests beyond work are spending time with his family, running, reading, writing, enjoying coffee and the beach.

Victor de Lange is an author and Product Marketeer at Signify, formerly known as Philips Lighting. He enjoys meaningful interactions with professional end-users, architects and engineers while helping them to realise their sustainable project ambitio... Show more

Claire Van Der Meulen

Claire Van Der Meulen

Claire is a seasoned Agile Coach with a passion for people and building relationships that matter. She has a creative mind in continuous search of new conundrums to master and solve.

With close to 2 decades of experience in project and program management, working in diverse sectors ranging from automotive to government, Claire has a down-to-earth approach when it comes to people, processes and challenges. Over the past decade, her focus grew more towards the people side, so she took the lead in setting up a mentorship program, mentoring & coaching coworkers.

She loves the outdoors, takes pleasure in the simple joys of life and recently grew her family with Tess, the German Shepherd, and Wolf, the Malinois. She firmly believes in mens sana in corpore sano. Her motto? Live. Love. Life!

Claire is a seasoned Agile Coach with a passion for people and building relationships that matter. She has a creative mind in continuous search of new conundrums to master and solve. With close to 2 decades of experience in project and program man... Show more

Taylor Troesh

Taylor Troesh

Taylor tinkers with writing, learning, time, design, software, ideas, humor, and entrepreneurship.

Taylor tinkers with writing, learning, time, design, software, ideas, humor, and entrepreneurship. Show more

Daniel Walsh

Daniel Walsh

Daniel Walsh is a Lean and Agile consultant, product development coach, international keynote speaker, professional facilitator, and systems engineer. He passionately advocates for Lean, Agile, and applied complexity methods and practices with 25+ years of engineering and product development experience. He was an engineering manager and a product manager at Intel Corp. for 18 years and has developed heuristics for successful, sustainable Lean & Agile transformations. Walsh led and coached diverse groups' transformation efforts, including digital transformation in the tech, energy, finance, and pharmaceutical sectors.

Walsh is a Massachusetts Institute of Technology (MIT) graduate with an M.S. in Engineering Systems and an M.B.A. from the MIT Sloan School of Business. He drives business results while cultivating work environments where people thrive and do their best work. He specializes in Lean, Agile, Product Management, OKRs, JTBD, Cynefin, strategy, culture change, Kanban, and other heuristics. These methodologies emphasize agility, autonomy, and capacity-building, empowering clients to become more effective, efficient, and resilient.

Daniel Walsh is a Lean and Agile consultant, product development coach, international keynote speaker, professional facilitator, and systems engineer. He passionately advocates for Lean, Agile, and applied complexity methods and practices with 25+ ye... Show more

Stella Ihenacho

Stella Ihenacho

Stella Ihenacho is a dynamic speaker and multifaceted professional who shares her expertise on global platforms, including TEDx, covering topics such as Agile, Project Management, Leadership, DEI Advocacy, and Career Development. Her goal in every engagement is to create transformation and lasting change in her diverse audiences.

Stella is the Co-Founder and Agile Faculty Lead at NSTAR Technologies, an ed-tech work force development institution in Atlanta, GA, where she has transforms the learning landscape for students/professionals through innovative training programs. Her work has enabled countless professionals to advance their careers, contributing to their communities and the local economy.

With over a decade of experience in Agile coaching, Stella leads enterprise agile transformations in the Data and AI organization at Red Hat, the world’s leading provider of open-source solutions. She spearheads initiatives that foster agility, innovation, and collaboration unlocking new possibilities for data-driven customer experiences. Her efforts enhance Red Hat’s products and services, contributing to the company’s ongoing business transformation

Beyond her professional roles, Stella is deeply committed to social and community impact. Passionate about immigrant advocacy, she plays a key role in the African Immigrant Collective, a non-profit organization dedicated to creating the ecosystem and infrastructures for African immigrants to thrive in the diaspora. Additionally, she is involved in diverse-empowered networks such as Women Doing It Afraid, Women of Project Management and Women in Software Engineering. These initiatives align with her mission to create inclusive spaces and advocating for underrepresented groups and championing change.

As a distinct voice in the workplace, she is dedicated to championing the causes where women, immigrants, and business leaders can achieve their fullest potential. Her vision is to uplift diverse voices in the tech industry and beyond and empower individuals to take ownership of their careers and lives.

Stella Ihenacho is a dynamic speaker and multifaceted professional who shares her expertise on global platforms, including TEDx, covering topics such as Agile, Project Management, Leadership, DEI Advocacy, and Career Development. Her goal in every en... Show more

Julien Busset

Julien Busset

De formation Officier de Marine, de déformation enseignant et de reformation diplômé en philosophie, je suis actuellement ingénieur d’études en informatique. Une logique là-dedans ? Oui : les raisonnements, les logiques, les processus ont des formes bien reconnaissables d’un domaine à l’autre. Décrire le fonctionnement de quelque chose, c’est d’abord décrire sa forme, puis l’appliquer à son domaine. Avoir évolué dans différents domaines donne une aisance à la reconnaissance de ces formes, et donne une expérience dans leur transposition d’un domaine à l’autre.

De formation Officier de Marine, de déformation enseignant et de reformation diplômé en philosophie, je suis actuellement ingénieur d’études en informatique. Une logique là-dedans ? Oui : les raisonnements, les logiques, les processus ont des formes ... Show more

Andreas Kollegger

Andreas Kollegger

Andreas is a technological humanist. Starting at NASA, Andreas designed systems from scratch to support science missions. Then in Zambia, he built medical informatics systems to apply technology for social good. Now with Neo4j, he is democratizing graph databases to validate and extend our intuitions about how the world works. Everything is connected.

Andreas is a technological humanist. Starting at NASA, Andreas designed systems from scratch to support science missions. Then in Zambia, he built medical informatics systems to apply technology for social good. Now with Neo4j, he is democratizing gr... Show more

Gena Dellett

Gena Dellett

Gena Dellett, CEO of Skvare, is a client advocate who believes in the fundamental importance of relationships. Gena cultivates a supportive environment, encouraging her team to experiment, adapt, and consider unique perspectives. Her joy lies in witnessing these practices foster impactful client relationships through a strong commitment to teamwork.

Through her work at the intersection of business operations, development, and technology; Gena recognizes that relationship-building is not just a strategy—it's a way of operating. Known for her adeptness in asking the right questions, she guides Skvare as a technology company that recommends a pencil when it's the best tool for the job. Gena understands that Skvare's ongoing success hinges on effective recommendations balancing clients' needs with their budgets and views her work as building and supporting meaning-making spaces – online hubs where people access resources, connect with peers, and take action on issues they care about.

Gena Dellett, CEO of Skvare, is a client advocate who believes in the fundamental importance of relationships. Gena cultivates a supportive environment, encouraging her team to experiment, adapt, and consider unique perspectives. Her joy lies in witn... Show more

Dragan Vucic

Dragan Vucic

Dragan is passionate about applying technology and research in data and business processes, with expertise in banking and IT across diverse roles and responsibilities, from operational to C-level strategic positions. He led development of several cutting-edge AI/ML/CV/XR products. With a wealth of experience, he specializes in data and process analytics, process management, performance management, and change initiatives. He is Certified Data Engineer by Celonis, Germany, and Internal Control Auditor (CICA) by the Institute of Internal Controls in the USA. Moreover, he achieved the title of European Champion in Internal Auditing in 2021. Currently he has been pursuing a doctorate at the Catholic University of Louvan, Louvain School of Management in Belgium.

Dragan is passionate about applying technology and research in data and business processes, with expertise in banking and IT across diverse roles and responsibilities, from operational to C-level strategic positions. He led development of several cut... 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

Roy Vu

Roy Vu

Roy Vũ earned his Ph.D. (2006) in history at the University of Houston. He is now a history professor at Dallas College - North Lake Campus. He is also an advisory board member for Foodways Texas and Keep Irving Beautiful, where he is the 2018 recipient of the Sadie Ray Graff Education Award. His new book, Farm-to-Freedom: Vietnamese Americans and Their Food Gardens, was released in September 2024 by Texas A&M University Press. He and his wife, Ngọc, live in Irving, Texas.

Roy Vũ earned his Ph.D. (2006) in history at the University of Houston. He is now a history professor at Dallas College - North Lake Campus. He is also an advisory board member for Foodways Texas and Keep Irving Beautiful, where he is the 2018 reci... Show more

Alice Kane

Alice Kane

Alice Kane is a first-generation Chinese American and native Bostonian. As a professional genealogist, she has worked on both sides of the desk in libraries and historical societies, and is experienced in using 17th-20th U.S. records for family history research and lineage society applications.

Alice Kane is a first-generation Chinese American and native Bostonian. As a professional genealogist, she has worked on both sides of the desk in libraries and historical societies, and is experienced in using 17th-20th U.S. records for family histo... Show more

Sabrina Mazzola

Sabrina Mazzola

Intersectional journalist (female, first family academic living with disability and migrational background) who turned into a Scrum Master and Diversity Trainer (with 3 years of practice) loves to entertain you with humor and a holistic, positive perspective. After 20 years in journalism and being a leader for 3 years, I realized that my mindset was always agile and I went into IT in 2022. Being there, I saw that all things revolve around two things: psychological safety and belonging.

Intersectional journalist (female, first family academic living with disability and migrational background) who turned into a Scrum Master and Diversity Trainer (with 3 years of practice) loves to entertain you with humor and a holistic, positive per... Show more

William Shackelford

William Shackelford

Corporate Career
I had an amazing 30-year career as a corporate trainer and speaker. Through my company, IEC Enterprises, I trained over 10,000 public and private sector employees on topics including communication skills, conflict management, team building, problem-solving, and leadership.

Connecting The Dots
One day, it dawned on me that I was applying many of the tips and tools from my training to raising my children—and they worked extremely well. These techniques helped me develop a unique and successful parenting style. I realized that there were valuable lessons here that I wanted to share with others.

Adulting and Parenting Work
In 2019, I expanded my training focus to the adulting and parenting arena with the publication of my book, “Growing Into Your Parenting Role” (Mountain Arbor Press). Since then, I’ve blogged extensively on these topics, been featured as a guest on various adulting and parenting podcasts, conducted engaging webinars, and developed skills-based training programs based on the concepts, tips, and tools in my book.

In 2021, I founded the Adulting and Parenting Academy (AP Academy) with a mission to help young adults build strong, fulfilling relationships that last. The Academy now houses all my adulting, parenting, and personal growth consulting.

Corporate Career I had an amazing 30-year career as a corporate trainer and speaker. Through my company, IEC Enterprises, I trained over 10,000 public and private sector employees on topics including communication skills, conflict management, team b... Show more

Ashley Karol

Ashley Karol

Welcome! I'm a Certified Career Coach specializing in neurodiversity in the tech industry. With a decade of experience in mentorship, engineering, and business, I blend evidence-based strategies, a wealth of knowledge, and a deep understanding of the human experience to each coaching session. After struggling to fit into a neurotypical box for decades, I discovered the power of embracing one's natural strengths and accepting help from the right people. As the passionate owner of Thoughtful Thinkers Life Coaching, my mission is to empower individuals to embrace their individuality and thrive in both their personal and professional lives.

Welcome! I'm a Certified Career Coach specializing in neurodiversity in the tech industry. With a decade of experience in mentorship, engineering, and business, I blend evidence-based strategies, a wealth of knowledge, and a deep understanding of the... Show more

Małgorzata Kowalczewska

Małgorzata Kowalczewska

With over 8 years of experience in the IT sector as an Agile Coach and Scrum Master, I specialize in fostering agile methodologies and adept conflict resolution. I thrive on continuous interaction and believe in the power of curiosity for building profound relationships. I lead transformative workshops on effective communication, guide teams towards self-organization, and assist leaders in navigating their challenges.
Beyond the professional realm, I am a mom of two boys, constantly exploring the world through their eyes. An enthusiast of the outdoors, I indulge in hiking, skiing, and cherish moments of mindfulness and yoga, balancing life's rhythms with serene practices.

With over 8 years of experience in the IT sector as an Agile Coach and Scrum Master, I specialize in fostering agile methodologies and adept conflict resolution. I thrive on continuous interaction and believe in the power of curiosity for building pr... Show more

Mehul S Raval

Mehul S Raval

Dr Raval is a researcher, educator, and mentor with over 25 years of experience and research expertise in computer vision, image processing, machine learning, data analytics, and engineering education. Dr. Raval has had the opportunity to engage in academic activities abroad and has received many accolades and awards. Dr. Raval's research has been published in reputable journals, magazines, conferences, and workshops, and his research has received support from institutions. He has been a reviewer for well-known publishers. He serves as Senior Editor and Associate Editor of IEEE Access and many other journals and has served IEEE.

Dr Raval is a researcher, educator, and mentor with over 25 years of experience and research expertise in computer vision, image processing, machine learning, data analytics, and engineering education. Dr. Raval has had the opportunity to engage in a... Show more

Ali Akram

Ali Akram

I'm an Agile advocate on a mission to show a bit of my passion for servant leadership and personal growth into the world of software development.
I talk about creating a PLACE where people feel engaged, trusted, and encouraged to grow.
Open communication is my way of being because it's the secret sauce to building genuine trust within teams.
Right now, I am currently supporting software delivery in the public sector achieve their goals and coaching teams to develop their Agile maturity

I'm an Agile advocate on a mission to show a bit of my passion for servant leadership and personal growth into the world of software development. I talk about creating a PLACE where people feel engaged, trusted, and encouraged to grow. Open commun... Show more

Rama Nagaraju

Rama Nagaraju

Rama is a senior IT leader with three decades of experience in the banking industry. Rama's primary background is in solutions architecture and software engineering.

An ardent aviation enthusiast, Rama is a certificated flight instructor and enjoys sharing his joy for flying with anyone who cares to listen. He aspires to inspire high school students to take up aviation-related activities to gain a deeper understanding of STEM subjects.

Rama also likes to travel and run. He has had numerous opportunities to combine those interests and has run several marathons around the world.

Rama is a senior IT leader with three decades of experience in the banking industry. Rama's primary background is in solutions architecture and software engineering. An ardent aviation enthusiast, Rama is a certificated flight instructor and enjoy... Show more

Lars Fjelddalen

Lars Fjelddalen

Lars Fjelddalen is a Senior Manager specializing in data and analytics at Sopra Steria. He seamlessly bridges the worlds of business and art and showcases how thinking differently and embracing art can elevate productivity and creativity. Through his captivating narrative, he invites audiences to explore the transformative power of reflection and creativity, encouraging a new perspective on business and beyond.

Lars Fjelddalen is a Senior Manager specializing in data and analytics at Sopra Steria. He seamlessly bridges the worlds of business and art and showcases how thinking differently and embracing art can elevate productivity and creativity. Through his... Show more

Seconde Nimenya

Seconde Nimenya

Renowned for her ability to captivate audiences globally, Seconde Nimenya draws on her rich life experiences and multicultural heritage to inspire and empower individuals. With a compelling repertoire of life-changing insights, she offers invaluable perspectives on navigating adversities and achieving personal growth.

Nimenya is an author with five published books, including her latest "Unlocking Diversity: How to Create Inclusive Cultures in a World of Differences," a book that delves into the timely and thought-provoking topic of inclusive leadership. Her TED talk, "We Are Not All That Different," a poignant exploration of race and identity constructs, has garnered widespread acclaim and continues to serve as a powerful catalyst for embracing diversity across the globe.

Recognized for her leadership and unwavering commitment to fostering diversity, equity, and inclusion, Nimenya has been instrumental in forging connections across varied multicultural communities. Her academic credentials include a master's degree in business management, and she is pursuing a graduate certificate in equity, diversity, inclusion, and belonging leadership from Harvard University.

For further details about Seconde Nimenya's impactful work, please visit: www.SecondeNimenya.com

Renowned for her ability to captivate audiences globally, Seconde Nimenya draws on her rich life experiences and multicultural heritage to inspire and empower individuals. With a compelling repertoire of life-changing insights, she offers invaluable ... Show more

Dr. Rebekah C. Lloyd

Dr. Rebekah C. Lloyd

Dr. Rebekah C. Lloyd is a published author and leadership consultant specializing in trauma-informed leadership. Her latest book, The Missing Key: Trauma-Informed Leadership: Unlock Potential & Build Resilient Teams Using Trauma-Informed Principles for Growth, Success, & Lasting Impact, explores how leaders can create resilient teams using trauma-informed principles. Rebekah developed her trauma-informed approach based on empirical research and experiential data from her background as a combat veteran and her work in leadership across various sectors. She is passionate about helping organizations unlock their potential by fostering safety, resilience, and empowerment in the workplace.

Dr. Rebekah C. Lloyd is a published author and leadership consultant specializing in trauma-informed leadership. Her latest book, The Missing Key: Trauma-Informed Leadership: Unlock Potential & Build Resilient Teams Using Trauma-Informed Principles f... Show more

Amy Fletcher

Amy Fletcher

Amy Fletcher, PhD, is a specialist in the history of science and technology, and science, technology, and public policy. Previously an Associate Professor at The University of Canterbury in New Zealand, she is a full-time writer based in Knoxville. She is currently writing a book on the fraught relationship between spiritualism and technology from Edison to today. Born in Huntsville, AL, because her dad worked on the Saturn rockets, she has been interested in the relationship between science, society, and ethics since the cradle.

Amy Fletcher, PhD, is a specialist in the history of science and technology, and science, technology, and public policy. Previously an Associate Professor at The University of Canterbury in New Zealand, she is a full-time writer based in Knoxville. S... Show more

Himanshu Bharadwaj

Himanshu Bharadwaj

Himanshu is a digital nerd with the mind of a Himalayan yogi. His experience spans Product design, branding, and marketing to make people laugh, cry, and reach for their wallets. It's hard to tell when Himanshu is talking about life and when he's talking about design. He decodes human behavior by blending cognitive and brain sciences and distilling ancient wisdom and philosophy to change how you think about thinking. This is probably why his designs resonate so powerfully deep within to create calm and joy.

Himanshu has created a unique process for designers to become creative, enhance their quality of life, and infuse joy in creations by connecting feelings with features. He uses it to inspire teams to create scalable, compassionate products for startups and large enterprises in the US.

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Linkedin http://www.linkedin.com/in/himanb
Website https://www.joyful.design

Himanshu is a digital nerd with the mind of a Himalayan yogi. His experience spans Product design, branding, and marketing to make people laugh, cry, and reach for their wallets. It's hard to tell when Himanshu is talking about life and when he's tal... Show more

Chris Lawrence

Chris Lawrence

Chris is an experienced nonprofit professional who has spent the last 15 years as a dedicated educator, network builder, and advocate for non-profit organizations. Chris is currently the Head of Programs at the Interledger Foundation. He oversees all aspects of the programatic activity of the foundation.

Chris is an experienced nonprofit professional who has spent the last 15 years as a dedicated educator, network builder, and advocate for non-profit organizations. Chris is currently the Head of Programs at the Interledger Foundation. He oversees all... Show more

Pachi Parra

Pachi Parra

Pachi works as a Developer Relations & Community Manager.
After nannying for years, she started learning to code while building meaningful connections within the dev community.
She is passionate about creating newbie-friendly content and believes a tech career should be accessible to all.
When she's not live coding on Twitch, Pachi watches anime, reads too many romance novels, and enjoys the reaction she gets when she tells people they're awesome.

Pachi works as a Developer Relations & Community Manager. After nannying for years, she started learning to code while building meaningful connections within the dev community. She is passionate about creating newbie-friendly content and believes a... Show more

Michelle Peterson Clark

Michelle Peterson Clark

Michelle is a speaker, author, content marketer, historian and mother of 3 boys.

As the Content Marketing Queen for the past 13 years, she has helped countless small businesses understand and develop their content strategies and focus on a customer first approach.

In 2017, Michelle and her husband John entered the world of ‘crypto’ and they have been involved with a number of Web3 companies including, Bolt.Global, Switcheo, Quantstamp, Emsany and she was the Head of Marketing for GhostMarket.io.

Michelle is a co-host of the Business on the Block Podcast a weekly show that discusses the Digital Business Revolution https://www.youtube.com/@BusinessontheBloc

Michelle has created the first History/Travel Newsletter on Paragraph and Mirror xyz, where customers can collect NFTs of her weekly editions. https://paragraph.xyz/@savvytravelhistorian

Michelle is a speaker, author, content marketer, historian and mother of 3 boys. As the Content Marketing Queen for the past 13 years, she has helped countless small businesses understand and develop their content strategies and focus on a custome... Show more

Tyler Mann

Tyler Mann

I'm a comic artist from Toronto who draws a lot of gay positive comics, and self publish my work! I'm also the suiter of MarshmallowMaw!

I'm a comic artist from Toronto who draws a lot of gay positive comics, and self publish my work! I'm also the suiter of MarshmallowMaw! Show more

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