James Mumo Wambua is a financial educator and the founder of Auctoritas Agency, which positions financial-sector leaders across East Africa.

He trained in actuarial science and spent his early career at KCB Bank Group, East Africa's largest bank by assets, working across microfinance and Sharia-compliant retail banking. He now publishes as @mumo_mumo_ to roughly 145,000 African professionals on YouTube and TikTok, covering crypto regulation, stablecoin adoption, and capital formation for African markets. He is a content partner with Binance.

Most of his work involves translating live regulatory change into practical guidance for the people it hits first: cross-border traders settling import invoices, small businesses holding savings in dollars, and retail investors navigating markets with no consumer protection layer. He covered Kenya's Virtual Asset Service Providers Act as it moved through Parliament and tracked how licensing changed user behavior on the ground.

Born in Kenya, based in Atlanta. He works across both markets.

James Mumo Wambua is a financial educator and the founder of Auctoritas Agency, which positions financial-sector leaders across East Africa. He trained in actuarial science and spent his early career at KCB Bank Group, East Africa's largest bank b... Show more

Pralhad Giri is Director of the Payment Systems Department at Nepal Rastra Bank, the central bank of Nepal, where he heads the CBDC Division and Innovation Office. Over more than two decades at the central bank he has led national payment infrastructure modernization, including Nepal's electronic cheque clearing programme and the design of MICR cheque and clearing operational standards, and he authored the feasibility study that established the country's regulatory sandbox and innovation hub. He has served as Nepal Rastra Bank's focal officer for UNCDF and IFC financial inclusion and MSME finance initiatives, as Alternative Director on the Alliance for Financial Inclusion's Financial Inclusion Data and Impact Working Group, and as an Executive Committee member of the Global Impact FinTech Forum. His current work centres on central bank digital currency design, open banking, and the security and resilience of AI-enabled payment systems. He holds postgraduate qualifications in economics and finance from Tribhuvan University, an ISO/IEC 27001:2022 certification, and executive credentials in fintech and regulatory innovation from Cambridge Judge Business School and the Hong Kong University of Science and Technology.

Pralhad Giri is Director of the Payment Systems Department at Nepal Rastra Bank, the central bank of Nepal, where he heads the CBDC Division and Innovation Office. Over more than two decades at the central bank he has led national payment infrastruct... Show more

Joe Goldstein is a technology leader with over 36 years of experience. Mr.Goldstein founded OCS IT (Optimized Computer Solutions) to provide high-level technology solutions to ENT practices ranging from three to over one hundred providers. In addition, the OCS IT team offers a range of services, including cyber security, disaster recovery/business continuity planning, networking, and IT strategic planning. Joe is a subject matter expert on HIPAA/HITECH and has designed entire infrastructures for enterprise-level healthcare organizations.

Mr. Goldstein has volunteered as a mentor for multiple high school cybersecurity programs, including the nationally recognized Troy High School Cyber Defense Team. He also serves on the board as a volunteer mentor for youth-focused not-for-profit organizations.

On a personal level, Joe enjoys spending time with his family and pets. He is living his dream and feels blessed to be able to pursue his passion every day.

Joe Goldstein is a technology leader with over 36 years of experience. Mr.Goldstein founded OCS IT (Optimized Computer Solutions) to provide high-level technology solutions to ENT practices ranging from three to over one hundred providers. In additio... Show more

Mirko Boehm is a free and open source software contributor, community manager, licensing expert and researcher, with contributions to major open source projects like the KDE Desktop, the Open Invention Network, the Open Source Initiative and others. He is a visiting lecturer and researcher on free and open source software at the Technical University of Berlin. Mirko speaks English and German and lives in the Berlin area.

Mirko Boehm is a free and open source software contributor, community manager, licensing expert and researcher, with contributions to major open source projects like the KDE Desktop, the Open Invention Network, the Open Source Initiative and others. ... Show more

Mohsin Ahmed is an Executive Director and Chief Architect at Wells Fargo with two decades of experience leading enterprise-scale transformation across Risk, Corporate Finance, GRC, Data, and AI in highly regulated financial institutions. He holds enterprise architecture authority over Corporate Risk, Internal Audit, and Corporate Finance technology, translating regulatory and accounting mandates into target-state architectures that deliver regulator-grade reporting, audit defensibility, and governed AI adoption at scale.
At Wells Fargo, Mohsin originated and architected several of the firm's foundational platforms. These include an industrialized Model Development Lifecycle platform that serves as the system of record for the enterprise model inventory and governs more than 150 regulatory and capital models; a canonical Risk and Finance data architecture spanning a multi-petabyte governed data estate; and an enterprise policy governance platform that consolidated eight fragmented systems into a single active compliance-oversight capability. Most recently, he conceived and architected the firm's end-to-end agentic AI orchestration platform a governed, reusable framework for building and operating AI agents in regulated environments, with a patent filing in preparation which today underpins a policy-intelligence capability serving more than 240,000 employees.
Earlier, over a seven-year tenure at MetricStream, Mohsin led large-scale GRC and Internal Audit transformations for global institutions including Bank of America and Mazars. He speaks and writes on model risk governance, enterprise policy governance, and responsible agentic AI, and is recognized for bridging regulatory interpretation, business strategy, and enterprise technology execution.

Mohsin Ahmed is an Executive Director and Chief Architect at Wells Fargo with two decades of experience leading enterprise-scale transformation across Risk, Corporate Finance, GRC, Data, and AI in highly regulated financial institutions. He holds ent... Show more

Bisi Adeyemo is a privacy and technology lawyer who advises clients at the intersection of data, digital innovation, advertising, marketing and regulatory risk. Her practice is focused on helping companies navigate the rapidly evolving landscape of U.S. and global privacy, data security, AI, and advertising laws, with a particular emphasis on translating complex regulatory requirements into practical, business-oriented solutions.

Bisi Adeyemo is a privacy and technology lawyer who advises clients at the intersection of data, digital innovation, advertising, marketing and regulatory risk. Her practice is focused on helping companies navigate the rapidly evolving landscape of U... Show more

Janine Anthony Bowen is Of Counsel in BakerHostetler’s Atlanta office. She is a top-level technology law strategist and negotiator with more than 30 years of experience with technology companies. She counsels clients and negotiates enterprise-changing commercial deals for the acquisition, licensing, and commercialization of technology, data intellectual property, and artificial intelligence (AI). She has negotiated deals with billions of dollars in cumulative value, and has considerable experience in digital transformation, privacy, and cybersecurity. With her background as a project manager, technology consultant and engineer, plus a decade-long tenure working in technology companies, Janine is known for pragmatism and her ability to get landscape-changing technology deals done.

Prior to practicing law Janine worked at Accenture and IBM. In addition to her Juris Doctor degree, Janine has both BS and MS degrees in Industrial Engineering.

Janine Anthony Bowen is Of Counsel in BakerHostetler’s Atlanta office. She is a top-level technology law strategist and negotiator with more than 30 years of experience with technology companies. She counsels clients and negotiates enterprise-chang... Show more

I'm a local government official in the Information Department of the City of Hiroshima. I'm a leading expert on DX human resource development for local government officials and hold a Master of Science in Instructional Systems. I'm currently a doctoral student at the Graduate School of Information Science and Technology, Hiroshima City University, researching DX skill surveys of local government officials and developing an individualized optimal learning system based on instructional design theory. I previously served as a board member of the Japan Registered Information Security Specialist Association (JP-RISSA), having completed my term.

I'm a local government official in the Information Department of the City of Hiroshima. I'm a leading expert on DX human resource development for local government officials and hold a Master of Science in Instructional Systems. I'm currently a doctor... Show more

Donald Woodard is a nationally recognized transactional lawyer and trusted advisor to some of the most influential artists, producers, and executives in the music industry. As Managing Partner and co-founder of Carter+Woodard, an Atlanta-based boutique entertainment and sports law firm, he brings decades of experience navigating complex deals across recording, publishing, brand partnerships, and beyond.

His music roster includes Grammy Award-winning producers Tricky Stewart and D'Mile, Big Boi of OutKast, Emmy Award winning actress and recording artist Storm Reid, and platinum-certified rising star NLE Choppa, among many others. He is a leader in artificial intelligence in music, clearing the first sample of an AI generated song, Sexxy Red’s use of BBL Drizzy in her song “U My Everything”. His transactional work spans recording agreements, producer deals, sync licensing, publishing, and high-value brand partnerships across the full spectrum of the music business.

He also serves as trusted counsel to Central City Productions, the producers behind the Stellar Awards, Black Music Honors, and Black History Honors, reflecting a practice that extends from frontline talent to the institutions that shape Black music and culture.

Woodard has been recognized as a Top Music Lawyer by Billboard Magazine and a Top Hollywood Entertainment Lawyer by Variety on a recurring basis, and as a Georgia Super Lawyer. He holds degrees from Morehouse College and Indiana University Maurer School of Law.

Donald Woodard is a nationally recognized transactional lawyer and trusted advisor to some of the most influential artists, producers, and executives in the music industry. As Managing Partner and co-founder of Carter+Woodard, an Atlanta-based boutiq... Show more

AI governance should not be an end in itself. The objective is to help enterprises use AI to deliver business outcomes leaders can trust and stand behind.

As Chief AI Governance Officer at iTmethods, I set direction for our product and service strategy for governed AI. I work with customers, partners, and teams across product, engineering, and delivery to translate business objectives, risk, and regulatory requirements into practical controls, evidence, and operating models.
The market has no shortage of AI governance frameworks, security controls, guardrails, and development tooling. Each has a role, but none is the ultimate measure of success. What ultimately matters is whether leaders can answer five questions about AI-enabled work:

1. Was the action properly authorized?
2. Did the required safeguards operate as intended?
3. Was the intended business outcome achieved?
4. What material exceptions or residual risk remain?
5. Can the organization prove what happened?

My focus is helping enterprises put consequential AI-enabled work into operation with clear authority, appropriate safeguards, and evidence to help ensure the intended business outcomes are achieved.

A CPA, CA and CISA, my background spans Big Four advisory, operational leadership in regulated enterprises, internal audit and risk, and deep technology. I have advised boards and senior leaders, served as a Chief Audit Executive, carried operational accountability in complex environments, led the development and delivery of consequential technology systems, and built products, services, partnerships, and go-to-market strategies.

Most recently, at Ocient, I established and led the company’s Partnerships and Alliances program, working with technology partners, industry stakeholders, and strategic customer opportunities.

At KX, I built and scaled the IoT and Utilities business to 36% of corporate revenue.

At Ontario’s Independent Electricity System Operator, I served as Chief Audit Executive and led the Smart Metering Entity, which supported 70 utilities serving five million customers and processed more than 100 million transactions daily.

I welcome conversations with business, technology, AI, risk, audit, and security leaders working to turn AI investment into measurable business outcomes, with the safeguards, accountability, and evidence needed to stand behind the result.

AI governance should not be an end in itself. The objective is to help enterprises use AI to deliver business outcomes leaders can trust and stand behind. As Chief AI Governance Officer at iTmethods, I set direction for our product and service str... Show more

Desmond Thompson is the Founder & CEO of TAP Security, a cybersecurity executive, entrepreneur, and speaker specializing in artificial intelligence, security operations, governance, cyber resilience, and executive leadership.

With experience leading enterprise cybersecurity programs across highly regulated industries, Desmond helps organizations strengthen their security posture while enabling innovation and business growth. His expertise spans security operations, cloud security, governance, compliance, cyber resilience, artificial intelligence, and enterprise security strategy.

Known for translating complex cybersecurity challenges into practical business strategies, Desmond delivers engaging presentations that bridge the gap between technical execution and executive decision making. His sessions provide security leaders, executives, and practitioners with actionable insights on artificial intelligence, modern security operations, cyber resilience, governance, leadership, and the future of enterprise security.

Desmond has presented at industry conferences and regularly speaks on cybersecurity, artificial intelligence, leadership, and emerging technologies. He is the host of the Real Talk Cyber podcast, where he explores the intersection of cybersecurity, business, artificial intelligence, and leadership while sharing practical perspectives on emerging threats, industry trends, executive decision making, and building resilient organizations.

He believes cybersecurity is no longer just an IT function. It is a business capability that enables resilience, innovation, and long term growth.

Desmond holds a Master of Science in Cybersecurity from Wilmington University and has earned multiple industry credentials, including Certified Information Security Manager (CISM), Master Business Continuity Professional (MBCI), QTE, and the TEEX Infrastructure Protection Certificate. His mission is to advance the cybersecurity profession through education, innovation, and thought leadership while helping organizations build resilient security programs that create measurable business value.

Desmond Thompson is the Founder & CEO of TAP Security, a cybersecurity executive, entrepreneur, and speaker specializing in artificial intelligence, security operations, governance, cyber resilience, and executive leadership. With experience leadi... Show more

Oliver is the Chief Privacy Office and Director of Security and Compliance at TAXbit, where he manages all aspects of security and compliance, including Incident Management/Response, Corporate Security Engineering, Cloud Security, Security Guidance, Product Security, Physical Security, and Compliance audits.

Before joining TAXbit in 2023, he was Head of Cloud Security at Uber Engineering in Seattle. There, he built a team working on secure-by-default architecture, best practices, engineering standards, automated compliance (SOC II, SOX, PCI, HIPPA, GDPR, ISO 27001), monitoring tools, data security, and threat detection/response solutions for all of Uber’s cloud assets and engineering efforts.

Prior to that, Oliver spent over 18 years at Microsoft, where he worked in various engineering and engineering management roles contributing to Windows client security (developing, testing, and releasing security updates), anti-piracy, cloud security standards, security testing (Windows, Office, and Azure), and continuous integration/delivery for all the company’s commercial online services.

In his spare time, he also volunteers to deliver (security) engineering training to schools and start-up companies in Ethiopia, Kenya, and Tanzania.

Oliver is the Chief Privacy Office and Director of Security and Compliance at TAXbit, where he manages all aspects of security and compliance, including Incident Management/Response, Corporate Security Engineering, Cloud Security, Security Guidance, ... Show more

I'm a bird conservationist specialized in bird-friendly building policy development, research, and advocacy. I help governments appreciate the complex lives of birds and how our decisions about buildings and nighttime lighting affect avian populations. In 2023, I co-led a statewide campaign to pass Public Act No. 23-143, Connecticut's “Lights Out bill,” which requires CT state agencies to turn off unnecessary lights by 11pm for birds. As a policy researcher at the Yale Bird-friendly Building Initiative, I co-authored 'Building Safer Cities for Birds: How Cities Are Leading the Way on Bird-Friendly Building Policy." I routinely testify and submit public comments on municipal and institutional lighting plans. I hold an MA in cultural history from the University of Chicago and an MDiv in religion & ecology from Yale University.

I'm a bird conservationist specialized in bird-friendly building policy development, research, and advocacy. I help governments appreciate the complex lives of birds and how our decisions about buildings and nighttime lighting affect avian population... Show more

Suneel Rawat is a senior Identity and Access Management (IAM) leader with over 20 years of global experience delivering enterprise-scale security and identity solutions across the United States, Europe, and Asia. He is a recognized Subject Matter Expert in IAM, IGA, and SSO technologies, having led complex implementations and transformations for Fortune 500 companies and highly regulated organizations in financial services, healthcare, telecom, and government sectors.
Currently serving as Principal Engineer - Identity Access Management at Navy Federal Credit Union, Suneel drives IAM strategy, architecture, and delivery, focusing on scalable, compliant, and secure identity frameworks. His expertise spans leading platforms including Saviynt, SailPoint IIQ, OKTA, Oracle OIM/OIG, and CyberArk, with deep proficiency in RBAC, SOD, lifecycle management, access certifications, and audit readiness.
Throughout his career, Suneel has architected and delivered mission-critical IAM programs for organizations such as UBS Switzerland, Kaiser Permanente, Charles Schwab, Verizon, IBM, and SMBC Capital Markets. He is known for designing custom connectors, advanced workflows, and automation that streamline identity governance while strengthening enterprise security posture.
A certified professional across multiple IAM platforms, Suneel combines strong technical depth with executive-level leadership, cross-cultural collaboration, and a proven record of driving innovation, operational excellence, and regulatory compliance at scale.

Suneel Rawat is a senior Identity and Access Management (IAM) leader with over 20 years of global experience delivering enterprise-scale security and identity solutions across the United States, Europe, and Asia. He is a recognized Subject Matter Exp... Show more

Mohamed Maged is a Tech Lead at MobiMatter, a Dubai-based travel eSIM company providing instant mobile connectivity across 150+ countries. He builds and secures infrastructure handling high-volume transactions at scale, working across React Native, Node.js, Azure,AWS, and Tailscale. Mohamed recently presented "MongoDB Index Design That Actually Works" at the first Dubai MongoDB User Group meetup, delivering live performance demos to the local developer community. He is also a co-inventor on an AI patent for automated document evaluation systems

Mohamed Maged is a Tech Lead at MobiMatter, a Dubai-based travel eSIM company providing instant mobile connectivity across 150+ countries. He builds and secures infrastructure handling high-volume transactions at scale, working across React Native, N... Show more

Sonia Thomas is a federal compliance expert, resilience strategist, and advocate for intentional living. With a distinguished career spanning leaderships roles at FEMA, and DHS/ICE., Sonia brings a rare combination of technical regulatory rigor and deep human insight to the stage. She specializes in guiding organizations through the complexities of 2 CFR 200, subrecipient monitoring, and high stakes conflict resolution. Beyond the boardroom, Sonia is a passionate speaker on the power of perseverance, drawing on her own journey of transformation to teach audiences how to cultivate resilience, mindfulness, and the restorative philosophy of Hygge in high pressure environments. Whether demystifying federal grants or coaching leaders on creating sanctuary amid chaos, Sonia empowers her audience to navigate professional challenges with humor, clarity, grit and purpose.

Sonia Thomas is a federal compliance expert, resilience strategist, and advocate for intentional living. With a distinguished career spanning leaderships roles at FEMA, and DHS/ICE., Sonia brings a rare combination of technical regulatory rigor and d... Show more

Ik ben ambtenaar en doe onderzoek naar AI-rollen binnen publieke sector waarbij menselijke verantwoordelijkheid behouden blijft.

Waarom is dit belangrijk? AI-adoptie bij de Nederlandse overheid verloopt in sneltreinvaart: in één jaar tijd vertienvoudigde het aantal generatieve AI-toepassingen. AI biedt kansen, maar staat tegelijkertijd op gespannen voet met de bureaucratische legitimiteit, die rust op verantwoording en expertise. De EU AI Act verplicht gemeenten in de nabije toekomst bovendien om aan te tonen hoe zij effectief menselijk toezicht inrichten via een Fundamental Rights Impact Assessment.

Ik ben ambtenaar en doe onderzoek naar AI-rollen binnen publieke sector waarbij menselijke verantwoordelijkheid behouden blijft. Waarom is dit belangrijk? AI-adoptie bij de Nederlandse overheid verloopt in sneltreinvaart: in één jaar tijd vertien... Show more

Morgan Anthony Bourque grew up in The Woodlands, Texas, in a community that valued responsibility and practical solutions. Those early influences shaped his path as he earned a Bachelor of Science from Baylor University, where he also studied communication and speech. He went on to attend Samford University’s Cumberland School of Law and then South Texas College of Law, where he developed a strong interest in courtroom work through Mock Trial and Moot Court, earning championships.

During law school, Morgan learned to explain complex issues in clear terms, think critically in challenging moments, and communicate effectively with juries. Before starting his own practice, he gained experience across different parts of the justice system. He interned at the United States Attorney’s Office, Department of Justice, Southern District of Texas, as well as the district attorney’s offices in Harris County and Montgomery County. These roles gave him an inside view of how investigations begin, how plea decisions are made, and how trial preparation unfolds behind the scenes. He treated each experience as practical training, studying how cases are built and how assumptions or errors can be challenged.

After returning to The Woodlands, he began practicing law with his father, whose long-standing experience helped shape the firm’s approach. Their practice covers criminal defense, DWI defense, family law, and personal injury matters involving serious injuries or wrongful death. He handles each case as if it may go to trial, which has contributed to securing more not guilty verdicts in criminal and DWI cases in Montgomery County since 2019 than any other attorney. In family and injury cases, he focuses on how evidence was gathered and how an event changed a person’s medical, financial, and social life.

His method with clients is structured and transparent. He begins by discussing the problem and the client’s goals, then develops a step-by-step plan that may include gathering documents, preparing witnesses, consulting experts, and establishing a timetable. He maintains consistent communication and avoids drama in court, relying on clarity and thorough preparation to ensure a smooth process. He also conducts practice sessions to help clients stay calm and confident when testifying.

Living and working in The Woodlands influences how he approaches every case, and clients have direct access to him throughout the process. He encourages anyone facing legal trouble to seek help early so that the evidence can be preserved and a strategy can be developed promptly. With a focus on preparation and steady communication, Morgan Anthony Bourque continues to guide clients toward informed decisions about their future.

Morgan Anthony Bourque grew up in The Woodlands, Texas, in a community that valued responsibility and practical solutions. Those early influences shaped his path as he earned a Bachelor of Science from Baylor University, where he also studied communi... Show more

Janelle is the President of Privacy SWAN Consulting and a trainer, consultant, and trusted advisor for strategic and tactical decision-making within global organizations of all sizes. She is focused on the field of privacy and data protection and brings a diverse background with strong leadership, technical, and business skills spanning over 20 years. Because of this, she brings a unique perspective regarding how to integrate data protection with security and technology while helping companies operationalize their privacy requirements. Her passion is creating comprehensive and tailored data governance programs for SMBs with an international presence.

She is an International Association of Privacy Professionals (IAPP) Official Training Partner, an Institute of Operational Privacy Design (IOPD) Founding Board Member, an ISSA Privacy Special Interest Group Tri-Chair, and is a member of IEEE, CSA, ISACA, and PMI. She holds the following certifications CIPM, CIPT, CIPP/US/E, CISA, PMP, and GSLC.

Janelle is the President of Privacy SWAN Consulting and a trainer, consultant, and trusted advisor for strategic and tactical decision-making within global organizations of all sizes. She is focused on the field of privacy and data protection and bri... Show more

Ethan Ruby, Esq., is a licensed attorney in New York and an independent insurance adjuster with a focus on labor law, insurance defense, and high-exposure claims. He built his academic and professional foundation at the Bronx High School of Science, Binghamton University, and the Benjamin N. Cardozo School of Law. Currently serving as a Senior Claim Specialist at National Claim Services, he brings experience in litigation, mediation, and risk transfer. His qualifications also include licenses in real estate, notary services, and adjusting.

Ethan was born in 1995 and raised on the Upper West Side of Manhattan in a bilingual household with dual citizenship in the United States and France. Growing up, he was influenced by his parents, who ran a successful hospitality business in New York City. Their example shaped his approach to leadership and commitment to hard work.

While in high school, Attorney Ethan Ruby participated in athletics and was part of a state-champion mock trial team. He began college in New Orleans, where he took part in community programs that mentored young boys who had lost their fathers. He later transferred and completed a Bachelor of Arts in Philosophy, Politics, and Law in December 2017.

His legal experience began before law school, working as a paralegal at a business immigration firm and interning at the New York County Supreme Court. These early roles gave him exposure to litigation and court operations. In law school, he participated in the mediation clinic, resolving civil and small claims matters, and served as an Associate Editor for a legal journal. He also interned at organizations focused on legal aid and defense.

After passing the New York Bar in 2021, Ethan worked in law firms handling labor law, negligence defense, and insurance litigation. His responsibilities included legal drafting, client preparation, discovery, and court appearances. In 2023, he advanced to managing high-exposure cases involving complex liability and risk transfer.

Since September 2024, he has overseen labor law and construction-related claims, working closely with clients, investigators, and legal teams. Ethan Ruby continues to apply his legal knowledge and practical experience with clarity and professionalism.

Ethan Ruby, Esq., is a licensed attorney in New York and an independent insurance adjuster with a focus on labor law, insurance defense, and high-exposure claims. He built his academic and professional foundation at the Bronx High School of Science, ... Show more

Alexandra Popa is the Founder of Clarity Layer, a boutique data strategy firm specializing in ethical AI, data governance, and organizational intelligence. With over 15 years of experience in analytics and data leadership, she helps companies—from fast-moving startups to established players—turn chaos into clarity.

Her speaking style blends thought-provoking insight with dry wit and practical advice. A passionate advocate for neuroinclusive leadership and ethical tech, Alexandra is known for making complex concepts accessible without watering them down.

She regularly speaks at conferences, mentors with Women in Tech, and consults for impact-driven organizations seeking smarter, more sustainable data practices.

Alexandra Popa is the Founder of Clarity Layer, a boutique data strategy firm specializing in ethical AI, data governance, and organizational intelligence. With over 15 years of experience in analytics and data leadership, she helps companies—from fa... Show more

Kitty is a Principal Product Engineer at Esri, passionate about expanding access to the web and maps for broader audiences. She is dedicated to creating inclusive, user-friendly web experiences that connect people and places through innovative design and technology. Outside of work, Kitty enjoys exploring the wilderness of Minnesota and has a goal to visit every major league baseball stadium across America.

Kitty is a Principal Product Engineer at Esri, passionate about expanding access to the web and maps for broader audiences. She is dedicated to creating inclusive, user-friendly web experiences that connect people and places through innovative design... Show more

Anton Sokolov is a researcher at Tyche Institute, an Estonian non-profit maintaining open-source infrastructure for verifiable AI-agent attestation, and a PKI engineer in Tallinn. His work spans post-quantum cryptography, MCP, and EU regulation (AI Act, Cyber Resilience Act, eIDAS 2.0). He maintains the EATF reference implementation and its public Agent Evidence Package verifier and corpus; EATF runs in Estonian schools (MATx — President of Estonia AI hackathon prize, 2026).

Anton Sokolov is a researcher at Tyche Institute, an Estonian non-profit maintaining open-source infrastructure for verifiable AI-agent attestation, and a PKI engineer in Tallinn. His work spans post-quantum cryptography, MCP, and EU regulation (AI A... Show more

Timo Bähr is the Managing Director of EHW+ Services GmbH and has been developing digital products with a focus on mobile applications since 2012. He has been working with the Flutter mobile app framework since late 2019. His previous employers have included t-online, HOCHTIEF and, most recently, Wolters Kluwer. His first start-up, the menu app TastyTown, shaped his current approach: user-centred development, gathering feedback quickly and consistently aligning efforts with measurable goals. Alongside his role as an app developer at Steuertipps, he has been developing the EHW+ meter reading app since late 2020, which has now been installed over 300,000 times. Through EHW+ Services GmbH, founded in 2024, he has also been supporting water suppliers with digital processes relating to meter reading since 2025.

Timo Bähr is the Managing Director of EHW+ Services GmbH and has been developing digital products with a focus on mobile applications since 2012. He has been working with the Flutter mobile app framework since late 2019. His previous employers have i... Show more

Algernae King is a Business Infrastructure & Capital Strategist, Certified AI Consultant, and bestselling author of Multiply Your Business dedicated to teaching service-based entrepreneurs the systems, finance, and operations they need to build businesses that last and grow.
Rooted in her core philosophy "Money Responds to Order," Algernae equips entrepreneurs with the structural foundation required to attract capital, streamline operations, and scale with intention. Her proprietary O.P.E.R.A.T.E. Framework™ gives business owners a repeatable, step-by-step system for moving from overwhelmed and understructured to organized, profitable, and fundable.
As the founder of King Enterprises Unlimited LLC and the creator of multiple brands including She Builds DIFFRNT™, Built DIFFRNT™ Youth Initiative, and Divinity Financial Solutions — Algernae brings the credibility of a Qualified Accountant, funding strategist, and operational architect to every stage she steps on.
Her talks blend practical frameworks, live AI demonstrations, and grounded truth-telling that leave audiences with clarity, a plan, and the confidence to execute. Algernae doesn't just inspire she installs.
She is available for keynotes, panels, workshops, and conference sessions on topics including business systems, AI integration, financial literacy, entrepreneurship, and women's economic empowerment.

Algernae King is a Business Infrastructure & Capital Strategist, Certified AI Consultant, and bestselling author of Multiply Your Business dedicated to teaching service-based entrepreneurs the systems, finance, and operations they need to build busin... Show more

Ángel López Morales is the founder of VoicePowered.ai, a generative AI company focused on voice, audio experiences, synthetic speech, podcasts and conversational media. He has more than 22 years of experience in telecommunications and full-stack development, with a strong background in voice systems, Node.js, Python, AI-powered products and cloud-based platforms.

He is currently working on VRI — Voice Rights Infrastructure — an open protocol designed to make recorded and AI-generated audio verifiable through provenance metadata, signed proof packages, cryptographic verification and robust watermarking.

Ángel López Morales is the founder of VoicePowered.ai, a generative AI company focused on voice, audio experiences, synthetic speech, podcasts and conversational media. He has more than 22 years of experience in telecommunications and full-stack deve... Show more

A veteran of the US Air Force, Denise Baker is a Senior Cybersecurity Leader and Communication Expert with over two decades of experience across a wide range of industries, including military, government, academia, healthcare, and private sector environments. She has led teams and cross-functional initiatives, mentoring engineers and driving impactful security outcomes, improving morale and team dynamics in all of her roles. Her work spans endpoint security, digital privacy, and the evolving legal landscape of cybersecurity, including biometrics and authentication. Denise is passionate about improving how engineers communicate complex topics, empowering the next generation of technologists, and advocating for women in all fields especially in cybersecurity. She brings a practical, engaging style that connects technical depth with real-world impact.

A veteran of the US Air Force, Denise Baker is a Senior Cybersecurity Leader and Communication Expert with over two decades of experience across a wide range of industries, including military, government, academia, healthcare, and private sector envi... Show more

Erin Sydney Welsh is an associate attorney practicing matrimonial and family law at Brian R. Welsh, PLLC, in Williamsville, New York, just outside Buffalo. Her practice includes representation in divorce, custody, child support, prenuptial agreements, post-divorce enforcement matters, and family offenses. She handles both trial and appellate matters and has developed particular experience in parental alienation cases. After completing law school in 2024, she passed the New York bar exam and was admitted to practice by the Appellate Division: Fourth Department, in January 2025.

In her daily work, Erin represents individuals and families facing legal disputes that often carry emotional and financial impact. Matrimonial and family law requires careful preparation, attention to detail, and a clear understanding of both statutory and case law. Her involvement in trial proceedings allows her to present evidence and arguments before the court, while her appellate experience focuses on reviewing legal errors and drafting persuasive briefs. Through this combination, she works to ensure that her clients’ positions are clearly and effectively presented at every stage of litigation.

Attorney Erin Welsh, Buffalo, earned her Bachelor of Arts in Political Science and Middle East Studies from Syracuse University. She attended on a full-tuition merit scholarship through the Coronat Scholar Program, which supports students who demonstrate leadership and a commitment to serving others. During her undergraduate years, she was also selected as a Remembrance Scholar, one of the institution’s highest honors recognizing academic excellence and community involvement. In addition, she completed the Renee Crown University Honors Program, which emphasizes interdisciplinary study, communication, and civic engagement.

After graduating from Syracuse University, she continued her academic work at Trinity College Dublin, earning a Master of Philosophy in Sociology with first-class honors. While pursuing her graduate degree, she authored and published a peer-reviewed article titled “Assessing Microfinance as a Means of Socioeconomic Empowerment for Vulnerable Women in Jordan.” Her research examined how financial programs can influence economic stability and opportunity for women in underserved communities. This work reflected her broader interest in how legal and social structures affect access to resources and individual advancement.

Erin then attended the University at Buffalo School of Law to complete her legal education. During law school, she served on the Buffalo Law Review, contributing to the editing and publication of scholarly legal articles. She received the Robert J. Connelly Trial Technique Award in recognition of her courtroom performance and practical advocacy skills. She was also named a James Kent Scholar and served as a Property Fellow, assisting with academic instruction in foundational legal subjects.

Her practical training included internships at the Erie County District Attorney’s Office and in the Attorneys for Children Unit at the Legal Aid Bureau of Buffalo. These experiences provided exposure to both prosecution work and child advocacy within the legal system. Erin Welsh also participated as a New York State Bar Association Family Law Section Fellow, further strengthening her focus on family law practice.

Outside her professional responsibilities, Erin Sydney Welsh, Buffalo, volunteers as a judge for mock trials and moot court competitions. Born and raised in Western New York, she resides in Williamsville with her spouse. In addition to her work as an Attorney, she is a singer-songwriter and multi-instrumentalist who continues to write and perform music.

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