Rachidi Djibo Issa est titulaire d’un Master en droit privé et possède des certificats en éducation en situation d’urgence et en prévention des violences basées sur le genre (VBG). Il cumule une expérience pratique significative dans le domaine de l’éducation et de la protection de l’enfance, ayant exercé en tant que superviseur éducation dans des contextes de crise.

Parallèlement, il s’engage activement dans le secteur associatif en tant que responsable d’association, et contribue à des initiatives internationales en ligne comme volontaire pour les Nations Unies, mettant ses compétences au service de projets de sensibilisation, de plaidoyer et de mobilisation communautaire.

Son parcours allie expertise juridique, gestion de programmes éducatifs et humanitaires, et engagement citoyen, avec un accent particulier sur l’inclusion, la protection des enfants et l’utilisation du numérique pour renforcer l’éducation en contexte difficile.

Rachidi Djibo Issa est titulaire d’un Master en droit privé et possède des certificats en éducation en situation d’urgence et en prévention des violences basées sur le genre (VBG). Il cumule une expérience pratique significative dans le domaine de l’... Show more

Max Genin is a Ukro-Israeli-Canadian international lawyer and global development leader working at the intersection of human rights, youth policy, and inclusive governance. He is an appointed Youth Advisor to the United Nations Human Rights Office (OHCHR), where he has guided advocacy efforts internationally, developed a microsite, and co-supported the UN Youth Rights Academy, training 40+ advocates with a focus on Colombia, Palestine, and South Africa. Max also represents the OHCHR on the UN Interagency Working Group on Youth under the Assistant Secretary-General for Youth Affairs, helping shape Member State commitments on youth in the Pact of the Future. He is North American Chair for the UN SDSN Global MDP Association, supporting SDG implementation across 35+ universities in 24 countries. In this role, he launched a Global Challenge evaluated by the World Bank and Global Environment Facility across 15 countries, supporting young people implementing field projects responding to poverty alleviation and climate action, and a Masterclass Series that reached over 1,200 underserved youth. He also organizes global events and UN engagements for youth leaders. He is the Executive Director of Afflican, a nonprofit pairing youth-led task forces with international development projects across four continents. Its mission is to reimagine humanitarianism through co-creation, local transformation, leveraging the brilliance of young changemakers. He also helped establish the first Youth Advisory Committee of Good Neighbours Canada and led grant work supporting women and girls in Bangladesh and Myanmar. Previously, Max led national social innovation pilot programs in Canada that advanced the Sustainable Development Goals, coordinated multi-stakeholder partnerships, and contributed to reforms in professional education legislation in Ontario. He has published legal work on cybercrime, international labour rights, and family law, and spoken at forums including the UN, the Vatican, and the Inter-Parliamentary Union. He is currently pursuing a Masters in Development at Harvard University, where he is a Student Ambassador for the Salata Institute for Climate and Sustainability and a Sustainability Leader at Harvard’s Office for Sustainability. He holds degrees in Law (Leeds), European Policy (European Institute), and International Development (LSE). Max’s work reflects a deep commitment to human dignity, social equity, intergenerational justice, and sustainable domestic and global change.

Max Genin is a Ukro-Israeli-Canadian international lawyer and global development leader working at the intersection of human rights, youth policy, and inclusive governance. He is an appointed Youth Advisor to the United Nations Human Rights Office (... Show more

Seth Gardenswartz, co-founder of Blackgarden Law, brings a unique blend of legal acumen and marketing expertise, stemming from his early days in his family’s retail business and further shaped by a career spanning law, tech, and business strategy. With specialties in trademarks, IP licensing, craft beverages, and CPG, Seth guides entrepreneurs in building resilient brands and navigating complex legal landscapes. When not consulting with clients or developing his tech ventures, Seth can be found exploring the trails of the Mountain West. Attendees can look forward to a lively session filled with practical insights and a dash of humor as Seth distills decades of expertise into actionable advice.

Seth Gardenswartz, co-founder of Blackgarden Law, brings a unique blend of legal acumen and marketing expertise, stemming from his early days in his family’s retail business and further shaped by a career spanning law, tech, and business strategy. Wi... Show more

I am currently working as a Legal Partner of Coinque Consulting and Founder of Pravadati Legal where I lead the Web 3.0, Blockchain/ Cryptocurrency, and Dispute Resolution teams respectively. I am a lawyer with a varied experience in Litigation, Arbitration, Corporate Advisory, Legal Compliance, and Regulatory practice.

I have been fortunate enough to have gained experience in different fields of law and become a part of the new jurisprudence developed around such new laws as competition and antitrust laws, insolvency and bankruptcy law, and blockchain and cryptocurrency law. Apart from being fortunate to see the law evolving, I have had experience in developing litigation strategies, due diligence processes, and drafting corporate agreements, and transactions.

I am currently working as a Legal Partner of Coinque Consulting and Founder of Pravadati Legal where I lead the Web 3.0, Blockchain/ Cryptocurrency, and Dispute Resolution teams respectively. I am a lawyer with a varied experience in Litigation, Arbi... Show more

is an indie developer, startup founder, and pro bono attorney with a passion for making secure systems simple to use and easy to build. He’s currently working full-time on Public.Law, a public-interest legal tech startup, and has deep experience building security-conscious software across startups, regulated industries, and public service platforms.

Previously a principal engineer inside a healthcare enterprise, he’s led development of compliance-critical systems and public-facing services across Ruby, Python, Haskell, and more. His approach to AppSec emphasizes pragmatism, developer experience, and “frictionless security”—making it easier to do the right thing, even when you’re the only one on call.

is an indie developer, startup founder, and pro bono attorney with a passion for making secure systems simple to use and easy to build. He’s currently working full-time on Public.Law, a public-interest legal tech startup, and has deep experience buil... Show more

Andrew supports high-growth companies and venture funds with practical, business-oriented solutions to their biggest challenges.

As a Senior Associate in Orrick’s Technology Companies Group, Andrew leverages his experience as a general counsel, operator and investor to guide clients through all stages from startup to exit. He is a trusted advisor on board governance, venture capital transactions, general employment and commercial matters, conflict resolution, mergers & acquisitions and public offerings. Andrew also counsels venture funds in structuring deals and assists them in identifying and managing the various risks associated with their investments.

Prior to re-joining Orrick in 2022, Andrew was employee number 2 at a venture-backed food technology/CPG startup where, in addition to acting as General Counsel, he established the finance, accounting, HR and operations management functions of the company and served on the executive management team responsible for defining and executing the company’s strategic initiatives.

Andrew began his legal career as an associate with Orrick’s Technology Companies Group in 2016 and is the recipient of the Firm’s 2019 Alan Talkington Mentorship Award. He also has experience working for venture funds and technology startups and is an active angel investor.

Andrew lives in Colorado with his wife, two daughters and labradoodle. In his spare time, you can often find him waist-deep in the South Platte River trying to land a trophy trout.

Andrew supports high-growth companies and venture funds with practical, business-oriented solutions to their biggest challenges. As a Senior Associate in Orrick’s Technology Companies Group, Andrew leverages his experience as a general counsel, op... Show more

I'm a licensed lawyer with a strong sales and business development background, active in the crypto space since 2019. I bring a blend of legal expertise and go-to-market experience to grow and scale the Web3 space.

I'm a licensed lawyer with a strong sales and business development background, active in the crypto space since 2019. I bring a blend of legal expertise and go-to-market experience to grow and scale the Web3 space. Show more

Gregory J. Hoag is a highly esteemed attorney with an exceptional focus on medical malpractice, personal injury, wrongful death, and legal malpractice cases. Born in Manhasset, New York, and raised in Fort Pierce, Florida, he has used his vast legal expertise and sharp intellectual capacity to advocate for those in dire need of justice. Over the years, he has built a distinguished career marked by his unwavering commitment to his clients and profession. His legal skills and dedication have set him apart, making him a trusted name.

Having spent nearly two decades at a respected law firm in St. Petersburg, Greg developed a deep connection to his work, which primarily focused on helping victims of negligence. As a partner and shareholder, he became known for his determined efforts in prosecuting complex injury cases while maintaining a client-centred approach. Working alongside a well-regarded trial lawyer, he gained significant insight into the intricacies of personal injury and malpractice law, further refining his ability to navigate challenging legal scenarios. During this time, he cemented his reputation as a compassionate advocate for individuals facing serious life-altering situations.

Throughout his career, Hoag has been driven by a profound sense of responsibility to those who have suffered the consequences of medical errors, accidents, or wrongful actions. His approach to law is marked by a dedication to understanding each client's unique needs, ensuring they receive not only expert legal counsel but also the emotional support necessary during difficult times. Known for treating every case with individualized care, he has built lasting relationships with clients, many of whom rely on his personal attention and commitment to achieving justice on their behalf.

As a result of his unwavering commitment to his clients and his consistent legal achievements, Greg Hoag, Attorney, has earned recognition within the legal community. His contributions to law practice, particularly in personal injury and malpractice, have not gone unnoticed, earning him numerous accolades and awards throughout his career. Through his advocacy, he continues to stand as a pillar of integrity and excellence, maintaining the highest standards of client service while making a significant impact in law.

Gregory J. Hoag is a highly esteemed attorney with an exceptional focus on medical malpractice, personal injury, wrongful death, and legal malpractice cases. Born in Manhasset, New York, and raised in Fort Pierce, Florida, he has used his vast legal ... Show more

CHUCK RETTIG, served as Commissioner of the Internal Revenue Service (2018–2022) and is now a Shareholder at Chamberlain Hrdlicka in the Firm's Tax Controversy & Litigation, Other Tax and Trust & Estate practices. As Commissioner, he presided over the nation’s tax system, managing an agency of more than 83,000 employees and an annual budget of more than $14.1 billion generating annual gross revenue of approximately $4.9 trillion (representing more than 95% of the gross revenue of the United States). In recognition of his IRS leadership, Commissioner Rettig received the Alexander Hamilton Award, the highest honor for individuals selected by the Treasury Secretary.

Mr. Rettig has been a tax lawyer, based in Los Angeles, CA for more than 40 years. At Chamberlain Hrdlicka, he specializes in resolving tax matters for high-wealth families and their closely held business entities as well as trusts and estates, business and corporate organizations throughout the country. His practice focuses on tax, estate and wealth planning, family offices, federal and state tax controversies and investigations, including complex and sensitive issue examinations, administrative appeals, and tax litigation, as well as representation in criminal tax investigations and prosecutions. He is a Certified Specialist in both Taxation Law and in Estate Planning, Trust & Probate Law (The State Bar of California, Board of Legal Specialization) admitted to practice law in California, Hawai’i and Arizona (inactive).

As stated in Chambers USA: America’s Leading Lawyers for Business, "According to peers, Charles Rettig . . . is ‘phenomenal, just phenomenal.' Further, he "is regarded by market sources as a 'brilliant and gifted lawyer . . . a real star and a national leader'" who “enjoys a superb reputation and benefits from ‘great presence.’” Chambers USA has further stated “Fantastic controversy tax lawyer” Charles Rettig is “knowledgeable and very intelligent . . . a force to be reckoned with . . . a driving force in policy making at the national level with great client skills when it comes to sensitive matters.”

Chuck Rettig has been a featured speaker and panelist at hundreds of professional conferences throughout the United States, in Europe and in Central America. He is also currently serving as a Board Member/ Senior Advisor on behalf of various next-generation technology organizations as well as firms providing advanced blockchain investigation and recovery tools and insights for law enforcement agencies, financial institutions, and threat intelligence platforms.

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CHUCK RETTIG, served as Commissioner of the Internal Revenue Service (2018–2022) and is now a Shareholder at Chamberlain Hrdlicka in the Firm's Tax Controversy & Litigation, Other Tax and Trust & Estate practices. As Commissioner, he presided over th... Show more

A business lawyer in Idaho provides expert legal guidance for startups, corporations, and entrepreneurs. From contract drafting to dispute resolution and regulatory compliance, they help protect your business interests and ensure smooth operations. Trust a knowledgeable Idaho business attorney to support your company’s growth with reliable, strategic legal solutions.

A business lawyer in Idaho provides expert legal guidance for startups, corporations, and entrepreneurs. From contract drafting to dispute resolution and regulatory compliance, they help protect your business interests and ensure smooth operations. T... Show more

Jorge Franco's philosophy relies on a personalized approach and unparalleled cutting-edge legal knowledge of digital asset regulations and market dynamics for solving clients’ most challenging crypto and Web 3.0 legal puzzles.

Jorge Franco's philosophy relies on a personalized approach and unparalleled cutting-edge legal knowledge of digital asset regulations and market dynamics for solving clients’ most challenging crypto and Web 3.0 legal puzzles. Show more

Amanda Brock is CEO of OpenUK and has built one of the most recognised and impactful organisations in open source. She is also the Executive Producer of State of Open Con 25 taking place 4 - 5 February 2025 in London having founded and produced the ‘23 and ‘24 events building to over 800 attendees, and over 200 speakers.

A lawyer with 25 years’ experience, 5 as GC of Canonical, she’s been instrumental in shaping open source’s legal frameworks, as she was in shaping internet law during the early 2000’s.
Regularly contributing to tech press, she edited “Open Source: Law, Policy and Practice”, (2022).

Amanda is a sought-after and contagious international keynote speaker, speaking at tech events and international events like COP29 on topics from open source software to AI. A regular contributor to the tech press across a wider range of areas, Amanda is the editor of Open Source Law, Policy and Practice (2nd edition) published by Oxford University Press in October ‘22, with open access thanks to the Vietsch Foundation https://amandabrock.com/books

Current Advisory: UK Cabinet Office Open Standards Board; UKRI Digital Research Infrastructure; UKRI Exascale; KDE; commercial boards – Mimoto, Scarf, FerretDB and Space Aye; and is Fellow Open Forum Academy; Distinguished Fellow Rust Foundation; European Representative, OIN.

Past Advisory includes: Chair, UN Technology and Innovation Labs Open Source and IP Advisory Group’; OASIS Open Projects Initiative; British Computer Society Inaugural Influence Board; UK Government Energy Sector Digitalisation Task Force; elected Board Member Open Source Initiative; and Commercial Advisory Boards at Beamery and Everseen.

Recognition: Computer Weekly’s 50 Most Influential Women in UK TechC(2023, 2024) listed as #20 in 2024; Computing IT Leaders 100 (2023, 2024); ‘ INvolve HERoes list “(2023, 2024); “Women Who Will”, Changemaker (2023); INvolve Heroes (2022, 2023); and Novi Awards Advocate for Change in Gender Equality Honouree (2024); Ambassador Open Charge Alliance. Amanda was awarded the Lifetime Achievement Award in the Women, Influence & Power in Law UK 2022.

Judging: IDG Foundry CIO 100 2023, 2024); and Senior Judge, First Enable Role Model List by Dow (2024) having been a Judge in the We are Tech Women Rising Star Awards in (2021, 2022).

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Amanda Brock is CEO of OpenUK and has built one of the most recognised and impactful organisations in open source. She is also the Executive Producer of State of Open Con 25 taking place 4 - 5 February 2025 in London having founded and produced the ‘... Show more

Saba er advokat med spesialisering innen sikkerhet, IT-rett og personvern. I CLP er hun er tilknyttet IP/Tech-avdelingen og bistår primært med cyberregulatorisk rådgiving. Saba har bred kompetanse innen sikkerhets- og personvernlovgivningen, og har særkompetanse på sikkerhetskrav i nettverks- og informasjonssystemer, leverandørkjeder og personellsikkerhet.

Saba er advokat med spesialisering innen sikkerhet, IT-rett og personvern. I CLP er hun er tilknyttet IP/Tech-avdelingen og bistår primært med cyberregulatorisk rådgiving. Saba har bred kompetanse innen sikkerhets- og personvernlovgivningen, og har ... Show more

Dr. Sandya Venugopal is an award-winning neurosurgeon-scientist, public policy scholar, and interdisciplinary leader with accomplishments across academic, government, and private sectors. Her global expertise spans healthcare, public health, scientific research, health policy, data analytics, bioethics, regulatory compliance, and technological innovation—all applied to advancing impactful solutions for societal and policy challenges.

Committed to fostering inclusive and forward-thinking dialogue, Sandya leverages her diverse background to inspire meaningful change. Her contributions bridge the gap between advanced technologies and humanity’s needs, offering fresh perspectives on how innovation can transform lives ethically and equitably.

Dr. Sandya Venugopal is an award-winning neurosurgeon-scientist, public policy scholar, and interdisciplinary leader with accomplishments across academic, government, and private sectors. Her global expertise spans healthcare, public health, scientif... Show more

Robert Grønås er utdannet Statsviter fra NTNU og har mer enn 15 års erfaring innen informasjonssikkerhet og digitalisering. Han er sjefskonsulent i Experis og har lang erfaring med etablering og innføring av styringssystem for informasjonssikkerhet, både som konsulent og som CISO i universitets- og høgskolesektoren. Han har blant annet arbeidet systematisk med forvaltning og forbedring av ISO 27001-baserte styringssystemer, og har hjulpet flere virksomheter med å etterleve kravene i NIST 800-171-standarden. Et sentralt fokusområde for Robert har vært hvordan bevisførsel og dokumenterbar etterlevelse er avgjørende for god cybersikkerhet, og hvordan dette kan omsettes til praktiske, robuste løsninger i komplekse organisasjoner.

Robert Grønås er utdannet Statsviter fra NTNU og har mer enn 15 års erfaring innen informasjonssikkerhet og digitalisering. Han er sjefskonsulent i Experis og har lang erfaring med etablering og innføring av styringssystem for informasjonssikkerhet, ... Show more

Victor hopes to be part of the solution that drives value for a sustainable and inclusive digital economy across the world.
Having worked in Kenya, Uganda, Tanzania, Seychelles, Mauritius, Botswana and Ethiopia, Victor will continue to contribute to financial systems development projects through MojaLoop Foundation, where he hopes to resolve financial challenges that affect the bottom of the pyramid, micro and small enterprises.
With over 25 years in banking, 10 years in not-for-profit, and a total of 35 years collaborating with key players in Government and non-government organizations in the Financial Sector, Victor has made a tremendous impact in Digital Finance, Payments Systems, Policy & Regulation, Social Protection, Affordable Housing and Data. His most wins over the years include leading the collaborative Payment Association of Kenya team mandated to regulate retail payments per the NPS Act to delivering the 1st digital credit solution (M-Shwari) that changed the face of consumer credit to having designed the Inua Jamii Choice model and then engaged with key decision-makers in the implementation of the solution.
thought leadership to the sector, Victor was instrumental in the development of the Medium-Term Plan II & III for the financial sector as per vision 2030 for the National Treasury. Victor was instrumental in the development of the Central Bank of Kenya’s Vision & Strategy 2022 to 2032. In addition, Victor conceptualised and designed the Pesalink solution before developing a business case and finally having the Kenya Bankers Association invest in the solution

Victor hopes to be part of the solution that drives value for a sustainable and inclusive digital economy across the world. Having worked in Kenya, Uganda, Tanzania, Seychelles, Mauritius, Botswana and Ethiopia, Victor will continue to contribute to... Show more

Saibal Mukherjee is a senior legal and policy leader working at the intersection of AI, data, digital health, and technology regulation. He advises on the EU AI Act, GDPR, cybersecurity, and medical device requirements, with a focus on compliant deployment at scale. He has supported the design and rollout of 200+ AI-enabled digital health solutions and Software as a Medical Device (SaMD) offerings, and leads NIS2 compliance across all 27 EU member states. He also oversees legal matters for Takeda’s Global Capability Centers in India, Slovakia, Mexico, China, and Japan.

Earlier in his career, during India’s liberalization, Saibal supported market entry for multiple Fortune 500 companies, secured regulatory approvals for laying optical fiber across Delhi, and helped enable Bharti’s mobile rollout across several Indian cities. While negotiating telecom infrastructure and network tower agreements with Nokia, Ericsson, and Motorola, he developed a pay-per-subscriber usage model that Ericsson later adopted globally.

Saibal served as General Counsel for Novartis in India, leading the setup of the offshoring center in Hyderabad, and later moved to Novartis’ global headquarters in Basel, where he worked on global M&A and served as global oncology counsel. At Stryker, he managed the relocation of the regional headquarters from Switzerland to the Netherlands, oversaw market exits in 50+ countries, designed global distribution network frameworks, and supported acquisitions across China, the United States, and Europe.

He remains active in public policy through industry chambers and is a regular speaker on AI governance, cybersecurity, and digital health law. Outside work, he writes and guest lectures on technology law topics.

Saibal Mukherjee is a senior legal and policy leader working at the intersection of AI, data, digital health, and technology regulation. He advises on the EU AI Act, GDPR, cybersecurity, and medical device requirements, with a focus on compliant depl... Show more

Diletta Fabiani is a research fellow a one of the largest think tanks in Asia. Her research interests include security-related multilateral frameworks in the Asia-Pacific, cyber security and AI governance developed in international institutions, and AI regulations in Japan. She has a Ph.D. in International Studies from Waseda University and an M.A. in International Relations from Bologna University.

Languages: Italian (native), English (native level), Japanese (business level)

Diletta Fabiani is a research fellow a one of the largest think tanks in Asia. Her research interests include security-related multilateral frameworks in the Asia-Pacific, cyber security and AI governance developed in international institutions, and ... Show more

Lee Kim is Principal of Keytera, providing consulting and expert witness services in AI, cybersecurity, privacy, and technology governance. She is also an attorney whose practice includes privacy, cybersecurity, AI, intellectual property, and corporate law. Lee is an AV-Preeminent peer review rated attorney according to Martindale-Hubbell.

Lee serves as faculty for IANS Research, is a content contributor for the SANS Institute, and participates as a team leader and analyst in the Public-Private Analytic Exchange Program (AEP) sponsored by the U.S. Department of Homeland Security’s Office of Intelligence and Analysis on behalf of ODNI.

Lee is the author of the forthcoming book Healthcare Cybersecurity, Privacy, and Data Protection: Present and Future (Routledge).

Lee Kim is Principal of Keytera, providing consulting and expert witness services in AI, cybersecurity, privacy, and technology governance. She is also an attorney whose practice includes privacy, cybersecurity, AI, intellectual property, and corpora... Show more

Margina, J.D., Ed.S., is a dynamic advocate, author, and educator with a passion for empowering others through shared knowledge and social justice advocacy. With extensive experience in educational leadership, she combines her legal expertise with her dedication to educational equity. A strong advocate for parental rights and education reform, Margina believes every child deserves access to quality education and support. Through her work with the Cooley Innocence Project, she has come to understand that educational equity is fundamental to true criminal justice reform. By championing parental advocacy and fostering collaborative community initiatives, Margina aims to create a more just and equitable system for all.

Margina, J.D., Ed.S., is a dynamic advocate, author, and educator with a passion for empowering others through shared knowledge and social justice advocacy. With extensive experience in educational leadership, she combines her legal expertise with he... Show more

Noa Schein Kahalon, ex-VC-backed Legal Tech founder, jurist, certified by the international association of privacy professionals (CIPP/E, CIPM) and a recognized Fellow of Information Privacy (FIP).

My background and experience sits at the intersection of law, tech and operations.
With a law degree and 4+ years experience in legal and privacy, I specialize in translating complex legal requirements into scalable, automated workflows. My startup, hoggo, automated 80% of vendor regulatory due diligence for in-house legal teams.

I know compliance frameworks, operations, law and tech very well. That combination means I can see relatively fast the quick wins your legal department need.

Noa Schein Kahalon, ex-VC-backed Legal Tech founder, jurist, certified by the international association of privacy professionals (CIPP/E, CIPM) and a recognized Fellow of Information Privacy (FIP). My background and experience sits at the intersec... Show more

Vanessa Ajagu is an attorney in the New York office of Gibson, Dunn & Crutcher LLP. She is a member of the firm’s Litigation Practice Group.

Vanessa has broad experience in high-stakes complex litigation before federal and state courts, representing clients in the technology, labor and employment, and finance sectors. These matters include defending a major technology company in a securities class action, representing clients in multiple shareholder litigation matters before the Delaware Court of Chancery, achieving victory on behalf of a leading beverage company in arbitration, and reversing a lower court ruling in favor of a streaming company in the U.S. Court of Appeals for the Ninth Circuit.

Vanessa has a robust pro bono practice centered on appellate advocacy and women’s rights. She has argued and briefed matters before appellate courts, including successfully challenging a decision that reduced attorneys’ fees awarded to The Legal Aid Society based solely on its nonprofit status. She has also contributed to multiple amicus briefs before the U.S. Supreme Court. Beyond her appellate work, Vanessa advocates for survivors of domestic violence—obtaining a restraining order on behalf of one client following an evidentiary hearing and successfully achieving a reduced sentence for another under New York’s Domestic Violence Survivors Justice Act (DVSJA).

Before joining the firm, Vanessa served as a law clerk to the Honorable Gerard E. Lynch of the U.S. Court of Appeals for the Second Circuit and the Honorable Margo K. Brodie of the U.S. District Court for the Eastern District of New York.

Vanessa received her Juris Doctor in 2020 from Columbia Law School, where she was named a Harlan Fiske Stone Scholar and served as a Senior Editor of the Columbia Law Review. At Columbia Law, she was awarded a Parker School Recognition of Achievement in International and Comparative Law and selected as a fellow for the Salzburg Lloyd N. Cutler Fellows Program in International Law. She received a Master’s in International Criminal Law from the University of Amsterdam in 2020 and a Bachelor of Arts in Psychology with high distinction from Queen’s University in 2017.

Vanessa is admitted to practice before the Southern and Eastern District Courts of New York as well as New York state courts.

Vanessa Ajagu is an attorney in the New York office of Gibson, Dunn & Crutcher LLP. She is a member of the firm’s Litigation Practice Group. Vanessa has broad experience in high-stakes complex litigation before federal and state courts, representi... Show more

Nelsy Dubras is currently a Corporate Counsel at KnowBe4 and is passionate about Compliance & Ethics for AI and emerging technologies. With a background in international technology law and disruptive tech, Nelsy is known for making complex regulatory and ethical concepts accessible, practical, and inspiring.

Nelsy Dubras is currently a Corporate Counsel at KnowBe4 and is passionate about Compliance & Ethics for AI and emerging technologies. With a background in international technology law and disruptive tech, Nelsy is known for making complex regulatory... Show more

Bhanu Pratap Singh is a dedicated legal advocate based in Delhi, India, with expertise in family law, criminal procedure, and administrative matters. With a commitment to justice and client empowerment, Bhanu Pratap Singh provides comprehensive legal consultation and advisory services, assisting clients through complex legal processes with clarity and precision. Registered with the Bar Council of Delhi, he is deeply knowledgeable about Indian legal procedures and continuously stays updated on evolving legal standards to ensure the best outcomes for clients. Known for meticulous case management and effective representation, Bhanu Pratap Singh is a trusted legal partner for individuals and families seeking sound legal guidance and support

Bhanu Pratap Singh is a dedicated legal advocate based in Delhi, India, with expertise in family law, criminal procedure, and administrative matters. With a commitment to justice and client empowerment, Bhanu Pratap Singh provides comprehensive legal... Show more

Larisa Munteanu graduated as a top student from the Faculty of Law of Babeș-Bolyai University, Cluj-Napoca, Romania, then gained experience in data protection in the UK. She is now the Founder of Protector PriVit and a CIPM and CIPP/E Data Protection Lawyer and Officer, accredited by the IAPP. Her main interests are cyber-crimes, data protection and AI, working for both private and public sector clients.
In parallel, Larisa is a PhD researcher at Erasmus University Rotterdam, where she is conducting an analysis on how companies can (legally) reject data protection requests hiding malware attacks in the EU and UK. She also has numerous publications, being a speaker for many international conferences, webminars, podcasts, and trainings.
In 2022, Larisa won the Best International Future Lawyer Award, and more recently, her expertise was recognised by the Court of Justice of the European Union, where she delivered training on data protection, copyright and AI.

Larisa Munteanu graduated as a top student from the Faculty of Law of Babeș-Bolyai University, Cluj-Napoca, Romania, then gained experience in data protection in the UK. She is now the Founder of Protector PriVit and a CIPM and CIPP/E Data Protectio... Show more

Karen Chukwu is a Tech & IP Lawyer and certified Project Manager. She is the Founder and Managing Partner of Katwig & Dale, a technology and digital driven African law firm supporting Startups and tech-based businesses to grow Africa. She earned her Bachelor’s Degree in Law from the University of Hertfordshire where she graduated the youngest from the UH Law School. She obtained a joint masters in Law in Information Technology Law and Intellectual Property Law from the University of East Anglia Norwich as a recognised and awarded scholar, and is a qualified Barrister & Solicitor of the Supreme Court of Nigeria. 
  
She is passionate about career and personal growth, women empowerment and feminine wellbeing. She is the Founder of Katwig Kare Foundation, a non-profit organisation supporting Nigerian women through their wellness journey. 
  
When she isn’t working, you’d find her going on a long-distance run, trying out a new bottle of wine or falling asleep in cinemas.

Karen Chukwu is a Tech & IP Lawyer and certified Project Manager. She is the Founder and Managing Partner of Katwig & Dale, a technology and digital driven African law firm supporting Startups and tech-based businesses to grow Africa. She earned her ... Show more

Bahar is a Flutter developer and co-founder at Altogether startup, a pioneering law tech platform designed to serve persons with disabilities. With a passion for inclusive design and innovation, Bahar played a pivotal role in leading her team to victory as the 1st place winner at the Global BeChangeMaker 2023 Competition held in Dublin, Ireland organized by WorldSkills and HP Foundation. Drawing on her extensive experience, Bahar has actively collaborated with persons with disabilities to identify and address accessibility challenges within Flutter applications. Through direct engagement and rigorous testing, she has managed to enhance accessibility and ensure adherence to legal compliance guidelines. Furthermore, Bahar also has a background in legal compliance complementing her technical expertise.

Bahar is a Flutter developer and co-founder at Altogether startup, a pioneering law tech platform designed to serve persons with disabilities. With a passion for inclusive design and innovation, Bahar played a pivotal role in leading her team to vict... Show more

EXPERIENCE

- Adjunct Lecturer – AI Governance in Law/Business/Engineering - Santa Clara U. School of Law.
- Adjunct Lecturer – Cybersecurity Law - Santa Clara U. School of Law.
- Adjunct Professor – Law and AI, Univ. of the Pacific’s M.S. in Data Science program.
- AI Governance Certification (IAPP AIG) – Practice-exam question writer/reviewer.
- General Counsel/CRO of AI and data management corporation.
- Five years information-security software engineer (‘C’, Java, Python).
- Eight years ediscovery and info mgmt.
- Certification as computer forensics examiner (EnCE: 2011-2024).

EDUCATION

- M.S., Predictive Analytics from Northwestern U.
- LL.M. in Taxation from Golden Gate University School of Law.

ASSOCIATIONS

- Founding Chair (2013-2020) of the Big Data Committee of the American Bar Association.
- Active in the ACFE, IAPP, and ISACA.

EXPERIENCE - Adjunct Lecturer – AI Governance in Law/Business/Engineering - Santa Clara U. School of Law. - Adjunct Lecturer – Cybersecurity Law - Santa Clara U. School of Law. - Adjunct Professor – Law and AI, Univ. of the Pacific’s M.S. in Dat... Show more

Maria focuses her practice on offensive and defensive Lanham Act and Copyright Act litigation in federal courts throughout the country. Maria has experience with disputes involving anti-counterfeiting actions, trademark and trade dress infringement actions, trademark dilution claims, false advertising issues, and copyright infringement litigation. She regularly advises clients on brand management issues, including how to secure, protect, and police trademark rights.

Maria focuses her practice on offensive and defensive Lanham Act and Copyright Act litigation in federal courts throughout the country. Maria has experience with disputes involving anti-counterfeiting actions, trademark and trade dress infringement a... Show more

Roman is a co-founder of Ainekko: a 100% open-source company on a mission to democratize how “the machine learning community collaborates on models, datasets, and applications” and helping “the AI community building the future” have more choices than just a single (albeit awesome!) walled garden. He is a serial entrepreneur, technologist and a co-founder and former CTO of ZEDEDA Inc. who is also deeply involved in the world of Open Source as both VP of Legal Affairs at the Apache Software Foundation and a former VP of Technology at The Linux Foundation. He grew up in Sun microsystems where he learned that as an engineer you don't have to choose what parts of computers you focus on - building an entire, end-to-end computing platform is always much more fun. Although he had committed code to a plethora of open source projects ranging from Linux kernel, ffmpeg, Project EVE and all the way to the Apache Big data ecosystem, he takes pride that most of that code has already been replaced by the responsible adults with multiple Ph.Ds in Computer and other kinds of Science. He loves funky beer (although he very much draws the line at tomato and tom yum gose) and spreads craft beer love around one seidla at a time.

Roman is a co-founder of Ainekko: a 100% open-source company on a mission to democratize how “the machine learning community collaborates on models, datasets, and applications” and helping “the AI community building the future” have more choices than... Show more