Tonje Østgård er utdannet kriminolog og lektor fra Universitetet i Oslo. Hun har jobbet med sikkerhetsfaget siden 2017, da hun ble ansatt i Nasjonal sikkerhetsmyndighet. Siden februar 2022 har hun jobbet med personellsikkerhet i DNB.

Tonje Østgård er utdannet kriminolog og lektor fra Universitetet i Oslo. Hun har jobbet med sikkerhetsfaget siden 2017, da hun ble ansatt i Nasjonal sikkerhetsmyndighet. Siden februar 2022 har hun jobbet med personellsikkerhet i DNB. Show more

Software engineer with more than 12 years of experience in real-time and event-driven systems.

Software engineer with more than 12 years of experience in real-time and event-driven systems. Show more

Hello from “CAPTAIN HR” (legally 𝑆𝑡𝑒𝑣𝑒 𝐿𝑜𝑣𝑖𝑔), making Human Resources easy for small businesses and nonprofits. As Chief Human Resources Advisor for Peak Performance Human Resources, CAPTAIN HR builds and maintains performance- and people-focused environments needed for success in today’s small business and nonprofit markets. Call or text CAPTAIN HR @ 470-951-5115 for help with any 'people challenges.'

Hello from “CAPTAIN HR” (legally 𝑆𝑡𝑒𝑣𝑒 𝐿𝑜𝑣𝑖𝑔), making Human Resources easy for small businesses and nonprofits. As Chief Human Resources Advisor for Peak Performance Human Resources, CAPTAIN HR builds and maintains performance- and people-f... Show more

Kehinde Adegboyega, Executive Director, Human Rights Journalists Network Nigeria
Introduction: Kehinde Adegboyega is an international conference speaker and passionate advocate for human rights. With extensive experience in the field of journalism and human rights activism, Kehinde brings a wealth of knowledge and expertise to his speaking engagements. As the Executive Director of the Human Rights Journalists Network Nigeria, he has been at the forefront of promoting transparency, accountability, and the protection of human rights in Nigeria.
He leads a community of over 90 journalists, activists, and creatives that collaborate to build capacity, document, and advocate on human rights issues in Nigeria.
He holds a Master in Communication Studies, and a Digital Rights in Africa certificate from the Center of Human Rights, University of Pretoria. He is a fellow of the West Africa School on Internet Governance, Nigeria School on Internet Governance, Digital Grassroots Learning Exchange, and Digital Rights Academy by Paradigm Initiative
Areas of Expertise:
• Human Rights: Kehinde is well-versed in various aspects of human rights, including freedom of expression, right to privacy, access to justice, and the rights of vulnerable communities. He has a deep understanding of the legal framework and international standards governing human rights.
• Journalism and Media Freedom: With a background in journalism, Kehinde is highly knowledgeable about press freedom, media ethics, and the crucial role of the media in promoting human rights. He can provide insights into the challenges faced by journalists and the importance of free and independent media in a democratic society.
• Digital Rights and Technology: Kehinde is particularly interested in the intersection of human rights and technology. He can speak on issues related to digital rights, data protection, surveillance, and the impact of emerging technologies on human rights.

Kehinde Adegboyega, Executive Director, Human Rights Journalists Network Nigeria Introduction: Kehinde Adegboyega is an international conference speaker and passionate advocate for human rights. With extensive experience in the field of journalism a... Show more

Engenheiro de Produção (UFJF) com especialização em Gestão Empresarial (FGV) e Gestão Pública (ENAP). Atuou por quase 10 anos na gestão de megaprojetos na iniciativa privada. É Servidor Público Federal no Ministério da Gestão e da Inovação em Serviços Públicos (MGI), ex-Coordenador na SEGES/MGI e foi Supervisor de Licitações e Contratos e Coordenador Administrativo do Censo no IBGE. Entusiasta da temática ágil e de Product Management, atua como Product Owner no desenvolvimento e sustentação do Contrata+Brasil buscando entregar o melhor Product Market Fit para o cliente.

Engenheiro de Produção (UFJF) com especialização em Gestão Empresarial (FGV) e Gestão Pública (ENAP). Atuou por quase 10 anos na gestão de megaprojetos na iniciativa privada. É Servidor Público Federal no Ministério da Gestão e da Inovação em Serviço... Show more

Joshua Walitt built Walitt Solutions with a vision around supporting all professionals in the valuation and regulatory ecosystem, with an understanding that all related spaces must function compliantly and efficiently for all to succeed, including appraisers, lenders, AMCs, regulators, and real estate agents.

With a skillset including appraisal, banking, regulations, policy, training, licensing, and enforcement, Walitt leads a team of subject matter experts who fill the varying needs of clients.

Joshua is a speaker, AQB Certified USPAP Instructor, past member of the Colorado Board of Real Estate Appraisers, Past President of the National Association of Appraisers, and expert witness. In 2026, he was voted "Instructor of the Year" by the Buzzy Awards.

Joshua Walitt built Walitt Solutions with a vision around supporting all professionals in the valuation and regulatory ecosystem, with an understanding that all related spaces must function compliantly and efficiently for all to succeed, including ap... Show more

William Bello is a privacy professional and expert in Enterprise architecture design and IT Service Management.
He studied in University of Zagreb and he has a master’s degree in mathematics and informatics.
William build his management carrier in pharmaceutical industry as PLIVA CIO and later INA (gas & oil) and Mladost (publishing). Trained by Apple, Oracle, TechGnosis and IBM he sharpened his professional carrier as CTO of Business System Planning project teams in Pliva and INA. Starting 1993 he founded telecommunication and networking company that build state of the art networking solutions in banking, utilities and telco sector across SEE Europe.
Since many years William has been working as senior business consultant for a number of projects ranging from Data Center Tier-4 design, functional specification management, project portfolio management, SW development and testing and many others.
During more then 30 years of practical work William acquired a broad expertise in the number of ICT and business subject matters running many mission critical projects. William is cofounder of ITSMF Croatia chapter, and he is ITIL and IAPP privacy CIPP/E, CIPM and CIPT certification trainer.
For a long time, William is a privacy and data protection practitioner and “William Bello Lectures on Privacy” trainer. He is Data Protection Officer of EADPP (European Association of Data Protection Professionals) as well as a number of organizations from wide range of industries. William is member of Support Pool of Experts of the EDPB and regular speaker and educator in number of conferences in ICT and business.

William Bello is a privacy professional and expert in Enterprise architecture design and IT Service Management. He studied in University of Zagreb and he has a master’s degree in mathematics and informatics. William build his management carrier in... Show more

Etienne Jacquot is a SysAdmin-turned-DevOps engineer working professionally at the Annenberg School for Communication at the University of Pennsylvania. In my free time I enjoy Running, DJ'ing (vinyl & Serato), Snowboarding, Vibe Coding, and all things Open Source! My career interests are in supporting scientific computing and open-source adoption at the intersection of Law, Ethics, and Technology.

Etienne Jacquot is a SysAdmin-turned-DevOps engineer working professionally at the Annenberg School for Communication at the University of Pennsylvania. In my free time I enjoy Running, DJ'ing (vinyl & Serato), Snowboarding, Vibe Coding, and all thin... Show more

Junaid Ayomide is a fintech compliance and risk professional with a strong legal foundation and hands-on experience across regulated financial services and high-growth technology environments. Trained in law and holding an LL.B from the University of Lagos, she brings a legal-first mindset to modern compliance challenges, combining statutory interpretation with practical execution.

Her experience spans AML and CTF controls, fraud detection, sanctions investigations, chargebacks, enhanced due diligence, and regulatory reporting. Ayomide has worked on complex transaction reviews, high-risk customer assessments, and sanctions screening aligned with international frameworks, while also contributing to audit readiness and compliance process improvements through automation and operational optimization.

As a speaker, Ayomide focuses on how legal principles translate into real-world compliance decisions within tech-driven organizations. She is particularly interested in bridging the gap between compliance, engineering, and product teams to build defensible, scalable systems without slowing innovation.

Junaid Ayomide is a fintech compliance and risk professional with a strong legal foundation and hands-on experience across regulated financial services and high-growth technology environments. Trained in law and holding an LL.B from the University of... Show more

Tiffany is a former law librarian who spent 15 years among books before swapping case law for code as a technical writer. She now writes for Grafana Labs and helps maintain the documentation for the OpenTelemetry open source project.

Tiffany is a former law librarian who spent 15 years among books before swapping case law for code as a technical writer. She now writes for Grafana Labs and helps maintain the documentation for the OpenTelemetry open source project. Show more

Faisal Al-Juburi is Co-CEO of RAICES, one of the nation’s leading immigration advocacy organizations and legal services providers. Faisal is extensively trained in anti-oppression dialogue facilitation, and is featured as a social-change activist in Focus on Social Problems: A Contemporary Reader (Oxford University Press, Third Edition, 2026), highlighting his two decades in the nonprofit sector. He received his MSc in Corporate Communication from NYU and his BA in History from UVA.

Faisal Al-Juburi is Co-CEO of RAICES, one of the nation’s leading immigration advocacy organizations and legal services providers. Faisal is extensively trained in anti-oppression dialogue facilitation, and is featured as a social-change activist in ... Show more

Ruben has been working for the Netherlands police for over 23 years. He started patrolling the streets of Rotterdam and had a great variety of functions, from Riot police to assistant public prosecutor immigration and criminal law and from detective to account manager public private partnership in the cybercrime unit of Rotterdam. Innovation has been a common thread throughout his career. Always looking for possibilities to make policework better, easier and more effective. With an aim to boost safety & security and/or the service provided by the police. After guiding various experiments throughout the organization. He has found a passion to fight cybercrime. In his current role regarding public private partnerships, he connects people and organizations in a joint fight against cybercrime.

Ruben has been working for the Netherlands police for over 23 years. He started patrolling the streets of Rotterdam and had a great variety of functions, from Riot police to assistant public prosecutor immigration and criminal law and from detective ... Show more

Sani Ammani is a Nigerian lawyer and legislative drafting consultant focused on digital rights, criminal justice reform and gender equality. He works clause by clause on primary legislation, sharpening offence definitions, tightening procedure, and building survivor safeguards that investigators and courts can use. He supports state-level reform and justice-sector capacity-building across Northern Nigeria, working with public institutions and development partners to produce legal texts that hold up in real cases. He is a PhD research student in Law, holds an LLM from Ahmadu Bello University, Zaria, and is a Fellow of the Institute of Chartered Mediators and Conciliators.

Sani Ammani is a Nigerian lawyer and legislative drafting consultant focused on digital rights, criminal justice reform and gender equality. He works clause by clause on primary legislation, sharpening offence definitions, tightening procedure, and b... Show more

Sabina Smith, M.A. holds a Master’s degree in Conflict Analysis and Management along with a Bachelor’s degree in Justice Studies. With over ten years of varied experience in law enforcement, she has undertaken numerous roles. Transitioning from law enforcement, Sabina accepted a Senior Adjudication position in 2023, where she was responsible for adjudicating complex mental health claims.

In 2024, Sabina earned appointment as BC Bylaw Adjudicator from the Ministry of Attorney General where she manages disputes between local governments and members of the public. Sabina is principal and lead facilitator of the Canadian Center for Applied Insight Conflict Resolution in Kamloops, BC, where she facilitates workplace mediations and trains professionals on the practical application of the Insight approach to Conflict analysis and resolution, focusing on the importance of conscious and targeted curiosity to manage conflict in the moment. Her engaging public speaking style and ability to distill complex theories into memorable metaphors have garnered her praise in training sessions and workshops across North America.

Beyond her professional endeavors, Sabina is an avid Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu competitor across North America and teaches the martial art in the Interior of British Columbia, with a special focus on empowering women through her classes.

Sabina Smith, M.A. holds a Master’s degree in Conflict Analysis and Management along with a Bachelor’s degree in Justice Studies. With over ten years of varied experience in law enforcement, she has undertaken numerous roles. Transitioning from law e... Show more

An experienced M365 and VLE platform administrator, qualified trainer, specializing in SAAS platform administration, end-user troubleshooting support and the
the delivery of high-quality training sessions across Microsoft
Technologies including office 365, Azure, Power platform, and Microsoft Teams.
Skilled in resolving technical issues, designing and implementing tailored training
programmes to empower learners and organisations with the knowledge and skills to
maximise productivity and achieve digital transformation.

Tech Support, Microsoft Cloud Certified x 2, Speaker, Trainee Trainer, Low Code & AI Enthusiast, UKAI User Group Member, M365 Developer Programme & S.T.E.M Ambassador.

An experienced M365 and VLE platform administrator, qualified trainer, specializing in SAAS platform administration, end-user troubleshooting support and the the delivery of high-quality training sessions across Microsoft Technologies including of... Show more

Jeff Kaliel is an experienced attorney with more than fifteen years in legal practice and over a decade dedicated to complex class action litigation. He is widely recognized for managing high-value, legally significant matters with focus and credibility. His professional reputation reflects consistent success in court, strong ethical standards, and a commitment to protecting consumers, shaped in part by his military service background.

Kaliel practices at KalielGold, a Washington, D.C. based civil litigation firm known for its leadership in major class action cases across federal and state courts. The firm has achieved settlements and verdicts totaling hundreds of millions of dollars, including notable outcomes involving predatory financial conduct. Its work spans consumer protection, overdraft fee litigation, personal injury, medical malpractice, insurance fraud, bank fraud, and false advertising claims.

Before attending law school, Kaliel served in the United States Army, attaining the rank of Staff Sergeant and completing airborne and mountain warfare training. He deployed to Iraq in 2003 during the second Iraq war, where he developed leadership skills under demanding conditions. Following his military service, he joined the Department of Homeland Security Honors Program, where he worked in appellate litigation and assisted with the federal investigation into the Hurricane Katrina response.

Kaliel earned his undergraduate degree in political science from Amherst College, graduating summa cum laude, and spent a year studying philosophy at Cambridge University in England. He went on to earn his law degree from Yale Law School in 2005. Throughout his career, he has served as lead class counsel in central state and national actions, prevailed on certification and dispositive motions, and employed data-driven and technical discovery strategies to present damages clearly.

A central focus of Jeffrey Kaliel’s practice is challenging predatory financial services that disproportionately affect low-income and vulnerable consumers. His work requires financial expertise comparable to industry insiders while remaining accessible and persuasive in court. He has also worked with nonprofit organizations committed to transparency and consumer welfare. Outside his legal practice, he values time with his family and enjoys exploring the Washington, D.C. area and the surrounding countryside.

Jeff Kaliel is an experienced attorney with more than fifteen years in legal practice and over a decade dedicated to complex class action litigation. He is widely recognized for managing high-value, legally significant matters with focus and credibil... Show more

Nigel Sinclair began his journey in England, where studying at Monkton Combe sparked a strong interest in history and the arts under the guidance of teachers like Richard Blake. After completing a degree in law and economics at Cambridge in 1969, he continued his studies at the Institute of Criminology before joining Denton, Hall & Burgin. In 1979, during a period of rising oil prices, he opened offices for the firm in Dubai and Sharjah, gaining experience in addressing complex business and legal challenges. This broadened his perspective and shaped his approach to problem-solving. He later earned an LLM from Columbia University in New York, passed the California Bar exam, and opened a Los Angeles branch for the firm, where he would build a long-term career and personal life.

By the early 1980s, he had become well known in Los Angeles, gradually shifting into entertainment law. He represented a growing roster of actors and directors, and in 1989 co-founded Sinclair Tenenbaum & Co., which helped transform the international financing and distribution of independent films. Projects such as Hamlet, Braveheart, 1492, and Green Card showed how ambitious productions could thrive outside the traditional studio system.

In 1996, he transitioned from law to producing, co-founding Intermedia Films and producing titles like Sliding Doors, Hilary and Jackie, The Wedding Planner, The Quiet American, Terminator 3: Rise of the Machines, and Iris. After taking the company public in 2000, he co-founded Spitfire Pictures in 2003, producing music documentaries such as Masked and Anonymous, Amazing Journey: The Story of The Who, and No Direction Home: Bob Dylan.

He later founded Exclusive Media, producing films including Rush, End of Watch, Snitch, and Parkland. In 2014, he co-founded White Horse Pictures, producing acclaimed documentaries like The Beatles: Eight Days a Week – The Touring Years, Pavarotti, The Apollo, The Bee Gees: How Can You Mend a Broken Heart, Lucy and Desi, Beach Boys, and Stax: Soulsville U.S.A..

His work has received Academy Awards, BAFTAs, Emmys, Grammys, and a CBE. With a lasting commitment to storytelling and cultural history, Nigel Sinclair continues to create films that leave a meaningful legacy.

Nigel Sinclair began his journey in England, where studying at Monkton Combe sparked a strong interest in history and the arts under the guidance of teachers like Richard Blake. After completing a degree in law and economics at Cambridge in 1969, he ... Show more

Vajira Samaratne's practice serves startups, nonprofits, private companies, investors, and public companies, offering practical legal guidance tailored to each organization’s structure and goals. He works closely with clients on regulatory compliance, contract review, mergers and acquisitions diligence, employment matters, securities issues, and risk management. His role often involves facilitating transactions, supporting strategic decisions, and helping clients navigate complex legal requirements with clarity and confidence.

His professional experience includes drafting and negotiating agreements, advising boards and leadership teams, managing financing activities, structuring acquisitions, and overseeing day-to-day legal matters. He takes a steady and methodical approach to legal work, ensuring that business operations remain compliant while supporting long-term growth. His focus is on helping clients understand their options so they can make informed decisions that align with both legal obligations and business objectives.

From a young age, he was drawn to the legal field by an interest in fairness, advocacy, and structured problem-solving. He values the logic and strategy involved in legal analysis and appreciates the responsibility that comes with advising clients on important matters. The profession also offered an opportunity to build a stable and respected career while continually learning and adapting to new challenges.

Working with clients across many industries is an important part of his professional fulfillment. Each client brings different concerns, regulations, and priorities, which require careful listening and industry-specific understanding. This exposure allows him to broaden his knowledge and provide advice that reflects both legal principles and real-world business needs.

His success is grounded in his ability to analyze complex issues, develop practical solutions, and communicate clearly. Clients value his straightforward explanations, which help them stay informed and comfortable throughout the legal process. He is known for a strong work ethic, careful attention to detail, and effective time management, especially when handling multiple matters at once. Integrity and professionalism guide his work, fostering trust and long-term client relationships. He also remains committed to ongoing legal education and research to stay current with evolving laws and regulations.

Outside of work, he enjoys traveling, cooking, reading fiction and nonfiction, and staying active through running and pickleball. These interests support balance and reflection, contributing to his focused and thoughtful approach to his practice as Vajira.

Vajira Samaratne's practice serves startups, nonprofits, private companies, investors, and public companies, offering practical legal guidance tailored to each organization’s structure and goals. He works closely with clients on regulatory compliance... Show more

Meu nome é Alexandre e sou co-fundador do Lean Coffee Brasília, escritor, professor, e especialista em educação de filhos e relacionamentos familiares. Além dessas atividades, também pratico jiu-jitsu, karatê e boxe.

Minha trajetória profissional é marcada por uma ampla e diversificada experiência. Já atuei como gerente de projeto, gerente de contrato, auditor, coordenador de auditoria, e Scrum Master. Ao longo dos anos, formei diversos times de gestores e funcionários em Scrum e metodologias ágeis, contribuindo significativamente para a evolução profissional de muitos.

Minha formação acadêmica inclui pós-graduação em Governança em Tecnologia, MBA em Auditoria Interna, MBA em Gestão de Operações e Serviços, e graduação em Tecnologia em Processamento de Dados, além de uma pós-graduação em Redes de Computadores. Além disso, sou graduando em Psicanálise e Teologia. Esse conjunto de qualificações me permite abordar temas complexos com profundidade e clareza.

Sou autor de vários livros, que refletem tanto minha paixão pela escrita quanto meu compromisso com a disseminação do conhecimento. Entre minhas obras estão:

Amores Perdidos: Contos e Poesias de um Coração que Transborda Sentimentos
Auditoria com a Utilização de Métodos Ágeis e Uso de Analytics: Metodologia Ágil a Serviço da Auditoria
Pai de Multidões: Cura e Libertação na Paternidade
Casei de Novo e Agora?: Os Meus, os Dela e os Nossos
Então Você Quer Ser um Scrum Master?
Do You Want to Be a Scrum Master? (English Edition)
Histórias Não Contadas do Banco
Reuniões Ágeis
Minha abordagem combina rigor técnico com uma visão prática e acessível, o que torna minhas palestras informativas e envolventes. Estou confiante de que minha experiência e habilidades podem agregar valor ao seu evento, proporcionando aos participantes insights valiosos e aplicáveis.

Meu nome é Alexandre e sou co-fundador do Lean Coffee Brasília, escritor, professor, e especialista em educação de filhos e relacionamentos familiares. Além dessas atividades, também pratico jiu-jitsu, karatê e boxe. Minha trajetória profissional ... Show more

Pavel Yosifovich is a renowned author, developer, and expert in Windows Internals, system programming, and software development. With extensive experience in low-level programming, he has authored several highly regarded books, including Windows Internals, Part 1 (7th Edition) and Windows 10 System Programming. His works provide deep insights into Windows architecture, kernel-mode development, and debugging techniques, making them essential resources for developers, security researchers, and IT professionals.

Beyond his books, Pavel is also known for his contributions to the developer community through training, blog posts, and technical talks. He offers in-depth courses on TrainSec, where students can learn Windows Internals, debugging, and system programming directly from his expertise. His writing style balances technical depth with clarity, making complex topics accessible to both beginners and experienced programmers. Whether delving into kernel drivers, Windows debugging, or modern programming languages, Pavel’s books and courses serve as authoritative guides for those looking to master Windows and programming.

Pavel Yosifovich is a renowned author, developer, and expert in Windows Internals, system programming, and software development. With extensive experience in low-level programming, he has authored several highly regarded books, including Windows Inte... Show more

James Cretella is an attorney and partner at Blank Rome, a national law firm serving clients across the country. He has been practicing law for more than 21 years, beginning his legal career after graduating cum laude from Brooklyn Law School in 2004. He previously earned his Bachelor of Science in Business Administration from Villanova University in 2001.

He represents banks, private lenders, commercial finance companies, and factors in negotiating and documenting secured finance transactions. He works closely with lenders of different sizes and supports them through every stage of a deal. His practice involves asset-based and cash flow facilities, hybrid financing structures, receivables finance and factoring, notification and non-notification arrangements, actual sale and participation models, lender finance from both the lender and borrower sides, recurring revenue-based credit lines for SaaS and subscription-driven companies, as well as supply chain, channel, and purchase order finance. He also handles Article 9 foreclosure sales and regularly advises on workouts, intercreditor matters, warehouse lines, and transactions involving unique borrower profiles.

Jim Cretella's experience spans staffing, technology, FinTech, healthcare, real estate, government contracting, transportation, and energy. He supports middle- and upper-middle-market clients with asset-backed lending, factoring transactions, inventory finance, supply chain finance, and various trade finance structures, including off-balance sheet receivable purchase facilities and purchase order financings.

He serves as outside counsel to smaller private lenders, preparing front-end documentation for factoring, ABL, and recurring revenue transactions, while also advising on broader legal needs. He additionally represents smaller lenders in negotiating their own credit facilities and in portfolio purchases and sales.

He is active in the Secured Finance Network and was named to its 40 Under 40 list in 2016. In October, he moderated a session on lender finance in Dallas that explored structuring, underwriting, risk, M&A considerations, and developments in private credit. He also participates in the International Factoring Association and will attend its 2026 conference, where he will co-present the Factoring Essentials class.

James Cretella has co-authored articles for The Secured Lender and Financier Worldwide Magazine and mentors junior associates. He formerly served on the board of the Adam J. Lewis Academy and donates regularly to charities, including his church and educational institutions. He enjoys baseball and football and will celebrate his 20th wedding anniversary in 2026. 

James Cretella is an attorney and partner at Blank Rome, a national law firm serving clients across the country. He has been practicing law for more than 21 years, beginning his legal career after graduating cum laude from Brooklyn Law School in 2004... Show more

Stephen Monro is an attorney in Washington State with many years of experience in law, construction, and real estate. He established the Monro Law Firm and Platinum Law Group and is admitted to practice in all Washington State Courts as well as the Western and Eastern District Federal Courts. In addition to his legal career, he holds licenses as a general contractor, real estate broker, and IRS tax preparer. For over 25 years, he has also provided pro bono services, representing individuals who would otherwise lack access to legal support, with a focus on civil litigation, personal injury, and property matters.

He was born in Seattle, Washington, in 1952. After completing his early education, he attended Central Washington University and earned a Bachelor of Arts degree. He later received a Juris Doctor from the University of California, Los Angeles, and went on to complete a Master of Business Administration from the Same Institution.

Before practicing law, he served in the United States Marine Corps during the Vietnam era. His service instilled discipline, confidence, and leadership, qualities that supported his transition into the legal field and the management of his firms.

He began practicing law in 1996 and has represented clients across Washington in both state and federal courts. Over time, his practice has operated under the Law Office of Stephen K. Monro, the Monro Law Firm, and Platinum Law Group. He is also active in professional organizations, including the Washington State Bar Association, the Washington State Association for Justice, and the American Association for Justice.

His background as a general contractor provides firsthand knowledge of construction projects, property disputes, and contracts. As a licensed real estate broker, he brings additional insight into sales transactions, contracts, and disclosures. These combined skills allow him to approach client matters with both legal and practical understanding. He also offers mediation services, with most disputes resolved efficiently and at reasonable costs.

Outside of his profession, he enjoys fishing, camping, and traveling by RV. He raises horses, including rescues, and values the preservation of wildlife and natural habitats. With nearly 50 years of marriage, the family continues to provide a strong foundation for his life and career.

Through his dedication to law, construction, real estate, and service, Stephen Monro has built a career defined by responsibility and commitment.

Stephen Monro is an attorney in Washington State with many years of experience in law, construction, and real estate. He established the Monro Law Firm and Platinum Law Group and is admitted to practice in all Washington State Courts as well as the W... Show more

Andrew Byer, Attorney, was born in 1962 in Jersey City, New Jersey, into a family enriched by his Italian immigrant mother's heritage. This bicultural environment, which included significant time spent in Italy, ingrained a deep appreciation for diverse cultures, influencing his aspirations and later career in international law. He pursued a Bachelor of Arts in Political Science at Columbia University, graduating in 1984, and his global perspective was further enhanced by a semester abroad in France.

After completing his Juris Doctor at Syracuse University College of Law in 1987, Andrew began his legal career in South Florida. His initial role was as Lease Administrator and Legal Counsel at Miracle Marketplace in Coral Gables, where he honed his skills in commercial law by managing lease negotiations and tenant relations.

In 1990, Andrew's career path shifted toward international business when he assumed the role of Director of Operations for Maria Pia, an Italian shoe manufacturer, in closing its U.S. operations. His fluency in Italian and comprehensive legal knowledge were crucial in overseeing the orderly shutdown of the company's American presence. He continued to build on this international experience from 1991 to 1994 as General Counsel and Director of International Sales at Intracorp, Inc., a firm that developed video gaming software. In this role, Andrew was pivotal in securing licensing deals with Hollywood studios, allowing for the creation of video games based on popular films, which dramatically expanded the company’s reach into global markets.

In 1994, leveraging his extensive legal and international business experience, Andrew founded the Law Offices of Andrew Byer. His practice specializes in helping European companies enter and thrive in the U.S. market, offering legal guidance and strategic business insights. His multilingual skills and deep understanding of cross-border transactions made his firm a valuable asset to its clients.

Driven by his love for high-quality audio, Andrew opened Magnum Opus Audio in 2007, a Fort Lauderdale boutique specializing in high-end audio and home theater systems. As the retail landscape evolved, he shifted his entrepreneurial focus to real estate, founding AJ&J Holdings, LLC, and later Bozhlona, Inc. in 2024, focusing on property management.

Outside his professional life, Andrew is an active philanthropist, mainly engaged in animal welfare and community service initiatives. Today, Andrew Byer significantly contributes to his industry and community, utilizing his vast experience in law, business, and real estate.

Andrew Byer, Attorney, was born in 1962 in Jersey City, New Jersey, into a family enriched by his Italian immigrant mother's heritage. This bicultural environment, which included significant time spent in Italy, ingrained a deep appreciation for dive... Show more

Angel DeBlasio is a New York native whose life reflects steady dedication to education, career, and family. She earned both her bachelor’s and master’s degrees in Criminal Justice from Florida Atlantic University’s Honors College, graduating summa cum laude while working full-time. Her ability to maintain high academic standards while managing professional responsibilities shows the level of focus and discipline that has guided her journey.

During her time at the university, she worked full-time at a Palm Beach law firm, gaining valuable experience in legal procedures and professional communication. The position required her to stay organized and dependable, qualities that became central to her work ethic. This early exposure to legal practice helped her build a strong foundation in the field.

After completing her studies, she returned to New York and continued her legal career at an international law firm in Manhattan. Working under a senior partner, she handled complex legal matters in a demanding environment. The experience broadened her knowledge of corporate law and strengthened her ability to operate in a high-pressure professional setting.

In 2004, she married and soon welcomed their daughter. Shortly before their daughter’s first birthday, the family moved to Boca Raton, Florida, where they built a home and settled into a community that supported their growing needs. She chose to step away from her professional role to focus on motherhood, household management, and her children’s development, using the same structure she had practiced throughout her academic and legal career.

Their daughter is a two-time Junior Olympian in Taekwondo and is training to compete in the 2028 Olympic Games. Their son, who began with baseball and track, is now a registered amateur boxer. She actively supports their training, education, and day-to-day routines.

She enjoys Pilates and has a personal interest in fashion and shopping. For over 20 years, she has supported causes related to multiple sclerosis, honoring the memory of her mother-in-law, who passed in 2024.

Angel DeBlasio and her husband will celebrate 22 years of marriage in January 2026. Through each chapter, she continues to lead her family with consistency and care.

Angel DeBlasio is a New York native whose life reflects steady dedication to education, career, and family. She earned both her bachelor’s and master’s degrees in Criminal Justice from Florida Atlantic University’s Honors College, graduating summa cu... Show more

Passionate about all things leadership, Andrew speaks throughout the country to both public and private sector audiences. His philosophy centers around the concept that, as leaders, we owe our people nothing less than the most exceptional leadership possible.

For the past eight years, Andrew has served with the Attorney General’s Office as the manager of the law enforcement DNA collection program known as CODIS, overseeing the process for more than 500 participating law enforcement agencies. Before that, he served with a municipal police department for 25 years with 18 of those years in various leadership roles.

Andrew is a graduate of the IACP Command and Leadership Academy and the basic and advanced Penn State Police Executive Development programs. He has a master’s degree in administrative science from Fairleigh Dickinson University. Andrew is a recipient of the New Jersey Division of Criminal Justice Excellence in Leadership Director’s Award and numerous other awards throughout his career, including the Medal of Valor from the New Jersey State PBA.

Passionate about all things leadership, Andrew speaks throughout the country to both public and private sector audiences. His philosophy centers around the concept that, as leaders, we owe our people nothing less than the most exceptional leadership ... Show more

Deepak Jaiswal is a seasoned Principal Solutions Architect with over 25 years of experience in the telecom and multimedia industries, including more than 15 years dedicated to architecting carrier-grade voice, messaging, and compliance services for Tier-1 operators. His expertise lies in modernizing telecom infrastructure, with a deep focus on regulatory compliance, including SEC/FINRA, CALEA, and e-911 requirements, as well as innovations in SIM-based security and multi-device interoperability.
At T-Mobile USA, Deepak has led the design and deployment of several pioneering solutions such as the Native Mobile Capture platform for SEC/FINRA-compliant voice and SMS recording, and DIGITS 3.0, a fully modernized microservices-based solution. He also played a critical role in building T-Mobile’s Proxy by DIGITS (Scam Shield) privacy-focused service and enhancing Kafka-based message archival systems. His architectural leadership enabled initiatives that significantly improved system compliance, user experience, and fraud protection.
Previously, at AT&T, Deepak designed and scaled multi-tenant compliance platforms, developed protocols for wearable device integration under the NumberSync initiative, and enhanced AT&T’s messaging backup services with SIM-based authentication and resilient provisioning strategies. His work contributed to multiple protocol extensions adopted by international standards bodies, such as OMA.
Earlier in his career, Deepak held leadership roles at Aricent, PINNGit, and Emuzed, where he directed multimedia and messaging platforms for clients such as LG, Infineon, and HTC. His early contributions to video streaming SDKs, DRM solutions, and mobile engagement platforms demonstrate his longstanding impact on the evolution of telecom and embedded systems.
Deepak is also a recognized contributor to the CAMARA and OMA standards and is the inventor on several U.S. patents related to secure messaging, SIM-swap fraud prevention, and non-terrestrial communications.
He holds an M.Tech in Computer Science & Engineering from the Indian Institute of Technology Kanpur, where he was a Gold Medalist with a perfect CGPA of 10/10, and a B.E. in Computer Science & Technology from the University of Roorkee (now IIT Roorkee), where he graduated with distinction as the university topper.

Deepak Jaiswal is a seasoned Principal Solutions Architect with over 25 years of experience in the telecom and multimedia industries, including more than 15 years dedicated to architecting carrier-grade voice, messaging, and compliance services for T... Show more

Basant Mounir is a Senior Data Scientist at the Central Bank of Egypt, Industry Expert & Mentor for MIT ADSP, AI Advisor, Angel Investor, and Speaker. She thrives on collaborating with stakeholders to bring their vision to life, learning whatever it takes to deliver the end-to-end product that revolutionizes their workflows. Mounir is an active community builder; she founded an award-winning data science school at her IEEE branch, and most recently, co-hosted Egypt's first GenAI agent hackathon. A global thinker, Mounir travels across Africa, Europe, the US, and Japan to work with and learn from their data communities.

Basant Mounir is a Senior Data Scientist at the Central Bank of Egypt, Industry Expert & Mentor for MIT ADSP, AI Advisor, Angel Investor, and Speaker. She thrives on collaborating with stakeholders to bring their vision to life, learning whatever it... Show more

Petro Richard Kostiv was born in Ukraine and immigrated to the United States at the age of eighteen. The experience of adapting to a new culture and language taught him resilience, independence, and compassion for others pursuing better opportunities. This personal journey later shaped his mission as a legal professional, enabling him to help clients navigate complex transitions with empathy and precision. Having visited over 150 countries, Petro has developed a profound understanding of diverse legal, social, and economic systems.

He speaks English, Spanish, Portuguese, Russian, and Ukrainian fluently, and also reads and converses in German and Mandarin. Petro’s education mirrors his international outlook. He earned a B.A. with honors in history from the University of California, Berkeley, with a focus on Latin American political and economic development. He then obtained an M.A. in political science from the University of KwaZulu-Natal in South Africa and a Juris Doctor from the University of Michigan Law School, where he earned a certificate in international law.

During his studies, Petro worked at the Supreme Court of Argentina, where he observed constitutional and administrative law in practice. He also pursued a B.S. in Aviation and a certificate in U.S. Aviation Law from Embry-Riddle Aeronautical University, complemented by IATA training in aviation safety and compliance. After several years in international legal research, Petro founded Kostiv & Associates, a global law firm with offices across Los Angeles, Washington D.C., Virginia, Maryland, Baltimore, and Miami.

Petro’s practice encompasses immigration, business, and aviation consulting, providing clients with comprehensive cross-border legal support. He has appeared before federal courts, embassies, and U.S. Citizenship and Immigration Services, advising thousands of individuals and businesses. As a licensed commercial pilot and FAA-certified flight instructor, Petro combines legal knowledge with aviation expertise, enabling him to provide exceptional insight on matters involving regulatory compliance, aircraft finance, and aviation insurance.

As managing partner, Petro Kostiv leads his firm with integrity, strategic vision, and a focus on client-centered results. He also teaches and lectures internationally, having designed a U.S. Legal System course for Kiev University of Law. His humanitarian work includes supporting orphanages and disaster relief programs in Africa and Latin America. As president of the Ukrainian American Bar Association, Petro continues to advocate for legal reform, global cooperation, and the empowerment of future legal professionals.

Petro Richard Kostiv was born in Ukraine and immigrated to the United States at the age of eighteen. The experience of adapting to a new culture and language taught him resilience, independence, and compassion for others pursuing better opportunities... Show more

Nandini Harihareswara is a Digital Finance, FinTech, Digital Development and Inclusive Digital Economies expert. She previously served as Senior Advisor on Inclusive Digital Economies, Gender Equality and Women’s Economic Empowerment for the UN Capital Development Fund. She also served as the Digital Finance Regional Technical Specialist from 2015-2019, responsible for the creation & implementation of the UNCDF Digital Economy Strategy in Zambia and Malawi. She also helped to author the Inclusive Digital Economies and Gender Equality Playbook, launched in 2021. In these roles, she worked with more 20 FinTechs, Banks, Telcos and e-commerce companies to successfully increase their women customers and partner MSME businesses, and increase their financial return on investment.

She was a founding member of the United States Agency for International Development (USAID) Digital Development Division. Prior to working for the Digital Development team, Nandini worked as an Investment Officer for the USAID Development Credit Authority Office, and a Presidential Management Fellow at the US Department of Transportation as well as the Urban Transport Division of the World Bank.

She is the author of numerous publications on the intersection of finance, technology and international development. Nandini has an MBA and a Masters in International Trade and Investment Policy from the George Washington University. She also holds a BS in Psychology and a BA in Political Science from the University of California at San Diego.

Nandini Harihareswara is a Digital Finance, FinTech, Digital Development and Inclusive Digital Economies expert. She previously served as Senior Advisor on Inclusive Digital Economies, Gender Equality and Women’s Economic Empowerment for the UN Capit... Show more

Josh Hankins is a seasoned IT professional and leader with nearly 30 years of experience. In 1996, he started as a network engineer and transitioned to the cybersecurity field 10 years later. Beginning 2006, he worked in various cybersecurity roles, such as: a security architect, analyst, engineer and incident handler. These roles spanned businesses ranging from a Fortune 500 financial institution, a credit card processor and a global consulting company. Next, he served 9 years as the Director of Security & Incident Response for a data analytics subsidiary for the 5th largest retailer in the world. During this time, Josh successfully built and matured several cyber security programs, such as: Vulnerability Management, DevSecOps, Cyber Risk Metrics, and Incident Response for both on-prem & the cloud, respectively. Before returning to his consulting roots, as a Consulting CISO at CBTS, Josh served as the Americas Chief Technical Security Officer for a global SaaS security & compliance vendor. Here, he assisted customers in achieving their strategic business goals in a secure manner. He holds many industry certifications (a CISSP and 3 different GIAC designations.) Josh frequently presents at conferences across North America, the UK, and Europe. Lastly, he volunteers his time by mentoring others and serving on the board for a local startup.

Josh Hankins is a seasoned IT professional and leader with nearly 30 years of experience. In 1996, he started as a network engineer and transitioned to the cybersecurity field 10 years later. Beginning 2006, he worked in various cybersecurity roles, ... Show more