Steven France brings 25 years of public school education at the high school and adult education levels. He began his career as a high school English and Leadership teacher in the Mt. Diablo Unified School District prior to his 2005 appointment as Vice Principal within the same district. In 2007, Steven became Associate Principal in the Acalanes Union High School District and in 2012, was promoted to Coordinator of Acalanes Center for Independent Study and Student Services. Since 2015, Steven France has served as Director of the Del Valle Education Center, overseeing adult education, School Attendance Review Board (SARB), Home and Hospital Instruction, and various credit recovery options.

Professionally, Steven participated in the 2012 - 2013 ACSA Pupil Services Academy and since 2018, continues as the Director of the Northern California ACSA Pupil Services Academy. Since 2017, Steven France has been a member of Pupil Services Coalition in Sacramento, served as a Board Member of the California School Psychologist Foundation in 2019, and is an active member of the California Association of Pupil Personnel Administrators (CAPPA) serving as Chairperson 2016 - 2018, 2019 - 2020, and is currently Co-Chairperson since 2022. In the fall of 2022, Steven was appointed to the Contra Costa County Workforce Development Board and remains an active Board Member representing the K-12 Education and Training Seat.

Steven France earned his Bachelor of Arts degree in English and Master of Science degree in Educational Leadership from California State University, Hayward and also attended Point Loma Nazarene University in 2013 to earn his Child Welfare and Attendance Certificate.

Steven France brings 25 years of public school education at the high school and adult education levels. He began his career as a high school English and Leadership teacher in the Mt. Diablo Unified School District prior to his 2005 appointment as Vic... Show more

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I speak around the world helping smart people gain confidence when walking into rooms, networking, and building lasting and mutually beneficial relationships.

I'm published by McGraw-Hill in 9 languages. Been quoted in the Wall Street Journal, San Francisco Chronicle, Boston Globe, appeared on MSNBC and NBC Nightly News.

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In order to overcome my fear of public speaking, I took acting and standup comedy courses.

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The good news is that my topic is ideal for any event. I speak around the world helping smart people gain confidence when walking into rooms, networking, and building lasting and mutually beneficial relationships. I'm published by McGraw-Hill... Show more

With over 23 years of expertise & certifications throughout the majority of GRC frameworks, I offer unparalleled insights as a tenured executive in compliance. As a practitioner, advisor, examiner/ auditor, trainer, and thought leader, I effectively equip organizations to navigate complex regulatory environments. By leveraging my extensive experience, I empower teams to confidently and precisely enhance governance, risk management, and compliance strategies.

With over 23 years of expertise & certifications throughout the majority of GRC frameworks, I offer unparalleled insights as a tenured executive in compliance. As a practitioner, advisor, examiner/ auditor, trainer, and thought leader, I effectively ... Show more

Ewald is a notorious freelancer with questionable coding ethics and even worse barista skills. When he's not screwing up a good coffee, he can be found messing up some poor PM's day. In his spare time, he plays with his dog and wishes he had a real job, like a lawyer.

Ewald is a notorious freelancer with questionable coding ethics and even worse barista skills. When he's not screwing up a good coffee, he can be found messing up some poor PM's day. In his spare time, he plays with his dog and wishes he had a real j... Show more

Director and Trusted Privacy Advisor who Directs Data Protection, Drives Operational Excellence, and Leads with Integrity by aligning with InfoSec, Security, Compliance. Data Privacy, GRC & Risk

Director and Trusted Privacy Advisor who Directs Data Protection, Drives Operational Excellence, and Leads with Integrity by aligning with InfoSec, Security, Compliance. Data Privacy, GRC & Risk Show more

Anu is a Senior Estate Planning Lawyer at Equity Trustees, with extensive experience across Wills, testamentary trusts, superannuation, structuring for blended families and vulnerable beneficiaries.

Anu is a Senior Estate Planning Lawyer at Equity Trustees, with extensive experience across Wills, testamentary trusts, superannuation, structuring for blended families and vulnerable beneficiaries. Show more

Village perteneciente a Ekoparty

Equipo organizador del Village:
- Marcelo Temperini
- Maximiliano Macedo
- Ramiro Caire
- Marcela Pallero

Village perteneciente a Ekoparty Equipo organizador del Village: - Marcelo Temperini - Maximiliano Macedo - Ramiro Caire - Marcela Pallero Show more

With a background in the legal industry and a passion for cybersecurity, Madeline found herself loving being a GRC Analyst. She spends her free time reading up on red teaming and blue teaming developments, and working on developing rubber duckies. She puts most of her efforts towards teaching classes and sharing her technical skills, with the goal of inspiring others to find a career they enjoy.

With a background in the legal industry and a passion for cybersecurity, Madeline found herself loving being a GRC Analyst. She spends her free time reading up on red teaming and blue teaming developments, and working on developing rubber duckies. S... Show more

Mr. Quinn, an active member in the Space Systems and Security Working Group at the FBI, is a senior cybersecurity strategist and operations lead for the Bureau’s Cyber Division - where he oversees threat intelligence, incident response, and modernization efforts across federal infrastructure. As the Enterprise Cybersecurity Incident Response Commander for the FBI, he led all major incident response activities - while managing a $30M portfolio and over 100 staff. As the Senior FBI Cybersecurity Representative to the U.S. Intelligence Community, he served on the Cyber Response Group within the National Security Council - supporting executive level cross-agency cyber coordination activities. Currently, Mr. Quinn serves as a mentor for the U.S. Cyber Games - and in addition to having been recognized with the ISC2 Cybersecurity Leadership Award - he has earned a master’s degree in cybersecurity, his CISSP certification, and graduate certificates in AI and Incident Response.

Mr. Quinn, an active member in the Space Systems and Security Working Group at the FBI, is a senior cybersecurity strategist and operations lead for the Bureau’s Cyber Division - where he oversees threat intelligence, incident response, and moderniza... Show more

Servidor do Superior Tribunal Militar desde 2014, com graduação em Economia pela Universidade de Brasília, especialização em Gestão e Políticas Públicas pela Universidade Cândido Mendes e Mestrado em Métodos e Gestão em Avaliação pela Universidade Federal de Santa Catarina. Analista judiciário, apoio especializado, especialidade: Economia. Laboratorista capacitado pelo projeto Encantar, a formação ministrada pelo Dr. José Faustino e pelo laboratorista João Guilherme, ambos do IDEIAS - TJPE. Atualmente é um apaixonado por inovação e pelas metodologias que utiliza estando à frente do Ímpetus, o laboratório de inovação da Justiça Militar da União (JMU), desde sua concepção. O principal desafio que enfrenta é disseminar a inovação como cultura organizacional. Se entusiasma ao perceber que os servidores têm grandes expectativas e vontade de participar das atividades do Ímpetus, que ainda estão no começo, na fase de capacitações e das primeiras entregas.

Servidor do Superior Tribunal Militar desde 2014, com graduação em Economia pela Universidade de Brasília, especialização em Gestão e Políticas Públicas pela Universidade Cândido Mendes e Mestrado em Métodos e Gestão em Avaliação pela Universidade Fe... Show more

John Barker is an AI and cybersecurity attorney offering innovation and compliance expertise. John has 20+ years of global AI-enabled innovation in professional decision support in North America, Europe & Asia Pacific. He maintains knowledge of best practices in board and C-Suite oversight of AI governance, cybersecurity governance, privacy compliance, and regulatory compliance via certifications from the Compliance Certification Board (CCB®): CCEP®, CHC®, CHRC® & CHPC®. He is a member of the American Immigration Lawyers Association, International Association of Privacy Professionals, Louisiana State Bar Association, and the Society of Corporate Compliance and Ethics. He is a frequent speaker on AI and cybersecurity at major conferences, including RSAC, ISC2, and more.

John Barker is an AI and cybersecurity attorney offering innovation and compliance expertise. John has 20+ years of global AI-enabled innovation in professional decision support in North America, Europe & Asia Pacific. He maintains knowledge of best ... Show more

Noam Youngerman is CTO at Epos, an AI interpretability startup bringing cutting-edge safety techniques from academia to real-world deployment across government and critical sectors.

Previously, he led the R&D Division at Planet Nine, directing research in cybersecurity, ML explainability, and reverse engineering of AI models.

With over eight years of experience in vulnerability research, low-level reverse engineering, and cyber threat analysis, Noam combines deep technical expertise with a strategic focus on making AI safer and more transparent.

Noam Youngerman is CTO at Epos, an AI interpretability startup bringing cutting-edge safety techniques from academia to real-world deployment across government and critical sectors. Previously, he led the R&D Division at Planet Nine, directing res... Show more

David Santiváñez is the inspirational founder and chief leader of GameMetron Law Firm, a pioneering firm providing legal services to the creative industry and esports in LATAM.

Passionate about gaming culture, his profound knowledge and extensive experience have led him to collaborate with prominent indie gaming companies and creative entities in the region, as well as with various esports teams and personalities in Latin America. His expertise extends beyond the legal realm; he also stands out as a mentor in movements and non-profit organizations such as the IGDA Foundation, Global Game Jam, and GameJamPlus, among others, always seeking to foster entrepreneurship, creativity, and disseminate legal knowledge in a dynamic and understandable way.

In addition to his outstanding performance as a lawyer, David has shared his experience through teaching. He has been invited as a professor in various programs related to esports, such as ISDE Law & Business School in Spain in 2019; the Saudi Esports Academy in Saudi Arabia in 2022; and the Sports Law Diploma of the Universidad Nacional Autónoma de México (UNAM) in 2019 and 2020. He has also taught classes in institutions related to law and traditional education, such as Universidad Nueva Galicia (from 2021 to 2023) and the Universidad Contemporanea de las Américas (UNICLA) in Mexico in 2022.

Outside of his role at GameMetron Law Firm, from 2018 to 2020, he served as Senior Legal Counsel at DEVHR, the international forum for gaming professionals. In March 2020, he founded the Esports Directorate of the Cámara de Comercio de México (CANACO), currently under the direction of Hugo Sánchez, a prominent figure in esports in Mexico and the region.

Additionally, he has collaborated with the Instituto Nacional de Transparencia, Acceso a laInformación y Protección de Datos Personales (INAI) as an advocate for the protection of personal data for children and adolescents in accessing video games; as well as with the Secretaría de Seguridad y Protección Ciudadana of Mexico (during Cybersecurity Week), evangelizing and promoting cybersecurity for parents and youth in the gaming and cyberspace environment.

David is a prominent member of organizations such as the Video Games Bar Association (VGBA); the Esports Bar Association (EBA); and the International Game Developers Association (IGDA). He is also recognized as a legal expert in intellectual property matters on the Safe Creative platform and is part of the select group of professionals endorsing arbitration as a method of conflict resolution called WIPO ADR Young, belonging to the World
Intellectual Property Organization.

Currently, David is pursuing an MBA at ThePower Business School and continues to lead GameMetron Law Firm while overseeing the firm's expansion throughout Latin America.

David Santiváñez is the inspirational founder and chief leader of GameMetron Law Firm, a pioneering firm providing legal services to the creative industry and esports in LATAM. Passionate about gaming culture, his profound knowledge and extensive ... Show more

I’m a Senior Software Engineer with over 10 years of experience building modern, scalable, and accessible design systems. I specialize in bridging the gap between design and engineering by integrating AI and automation into component-driven architectures.

I’m a Senior Member of IEEE, which reflects my ongoing commitment to professional excellence, continuous learning, and contributing to the broader tech community. I actively mentor, speak at conferences, and explore research in AI-driven accessibility and developer productivity.

You can learn more about my work at rushilpatel.us or connect with me on LinkedIn.

I’m a Senior Software Engineer with over 10 years of experience building modern, scalable, and accessible design systems. I specialize in bridging the gap between design and engineering by integrating AI and automation into component-driven architect... Show more

Senior Software Engineer at Distrobird with 6+ years of experience in Ruby on Rails, React, Next.js, and PostgreSQL. Passionate about creating impactful software solutions and providing high-quality customer support. Strong advocate for innovation in tech, automation, and building scalable systems.

Faith is highly skilled in building flexible billing systems, scalable permissions, and calling features, and has hands-on experience with automating outreach sequences and integrating third-party tools like HubSpot. He has successfully driven software improvements while mentoring teams and guiding new engineers.

Senior Software Engineer at Distrobird with 6+ years of experience in Ruby on Rails, React, Next.js, and PostgreSQL. Passionate about creating impactful software solutions and providing high-quality customer support. Strong advocate for innovation in... Show more

I started my career with a background in web development and a degree in Media Informatics. Over the past 15 years at Fleetplan, I’ve worked on building scalable and high-performance applications, constantly tackling complex challenges in software development. About 10 years ago, I expanded my focus to app development, diving into Swift and the Apple ecosystem.

Before my journey in IT, I served as a Gebirgsjäger (Mountain Infantry) in the German Armed Forces from 2001 to 2002. Outside of work, I’m passionate about climbing and mountain biking. As a certified professional mountain bike guide with the German Alpine Club, I enjoy combining my love for the mountains with coaching and guiding others.

I started my career with a background in web development and a degree in Media Informatics. Over the past 15 years at Fleetplan, I’ve worked on building scalable and high-performance applications, constantly tackling complex challenges in software de... Show more

Psicóloga, Mestre em Psicologia Social e Institucional pela UFRGS. Possui experiência de atuação no Judiciário na área de Gestão de Projetos, Recursos Humanos e Jurídico, além de experiência como pesquisadora acadêmica e professora e atuação em Psicologia Clínica. Atualmente é supervisora da área de projetos da Corregedoria Regional do TRF4.

Psicóloga, Mestre em Psicologia Social e Institucional pela UFRGS. Possui experiência de atuação no Judiciário na área de Gestão de Projetos, Recursos Humanos e Jurídico, além de experiência como pesquisadora acadêmica e professora e atuação em Psic... Show more

I am a Software Developer at Redfin, a leading real estate company. I am interested in artificial intelligence and software development, and have multiple research papers in those fields.

I am a Software Developer at Redfin, a leading real estate company. I am interested in artificial intelligence and software development, and have multiple research papers in those fields. Show more

Kurtis is a software developer with a seasoned interest in the DevSecOps world. He grabs every opportunity by their horns as he tries to navigate this vast world of information Technology.

Kurtis is a software developer with a seasoned interest in the DevSecOps world. He grabs every opportunity by their horns as he tries to navigate this vast world of information Technology. Show more

Rob Wenier is a visionary enterprise technology executive with over two decades of experience leading global cloud transformation, digital modernization, and AI-fueled innovation across Global Fortune 500 companies and life sciences leaders. As Global Head of Cloud and Infrastructure at AstraZeneca, he oversees a $250M+ global IT portfolio spanning eight datacenters and multi-cloud platforms — including AWS, Azure, GCP, and NVIDIA DGX — supporting 250,000+ employees across 147 countries and powering the company’s R&D, manufacturing, and commercial operations.

A recognized catalyst in industrializing the enterprise adoption of Artificial Intelligence, Generative AI, and Agentic technologies, Rob has led the design, governance, and operationalization of secure, cloud-native platforms that scale from model training to production inference. He plays a pivotal role in the responsible productization of AI — transforming experimental pilots into governed, compliant digital products with measurable impact across AstraZeneca’s global value chain.

Previously, Robert held senior technology leadership roles at Northrop Grumman, where he architected and executed the corporation’s enterprise cloud transformation supporting $37B in revenue and a $79B program backlog. He institutionalized Agile, DevOps, and MLOps practices to modernize complex defense and R&D environments, and led enterprise negotiations with AWS and Microsoft. He also built strategic university partnerships to develop high-caliber cloud talent pipelines and designed secure, classified cloud platforms supporting national defense missions.

A former U.S. Marine and strategic advisor at the Secretarial level of the Department of Defense, Robert brings mission-aligned leadership, global-scale execution, and deep technical expertise to every engagement. He holds an MBA from George Mason University and a B.S. in Computer Technologies from the University of Mary Washington, along with certifications in AWS, Azure, and SAFe Agile. A published thought leader in cloud-native architecture, Robert is committed to building scalable, secure, and ethical technology platforms that accelerate innovation and deliver enduring enterprise value.

Rob Wenier is a visionary enterprise technology executive with over two decades of experience leading global cloud transformation, digital modernization, and AI-fueled innovation across Global Fortune 500 companies and life sciences leaders. As Globa... Show more

Juan Monteverde is a New York City-based attorney specializing in shareholder rights. Over the years, he has built a strong reputation for challenging corporate transactions such as mergers and buyouts, securing millions of dollars in shareholder settlements. His work has also focused on advocating for full transparency in executive compensation, particularly following the Dodd-Frank Act, ensuring that executives disclose their payouts accurately. Executives may consider themselves above the law, but Monteverde stands against that.

As the founding partner of Monteverde & Associates PC, located in the Empire State Building, Juan leads a team of attorneys dedicated to protecting shareholders from corporate fraud and misconduct. The firm primarily serves clients who have suffered financial losses due to corporate fraud or undervalued mergers. With a skilled team capable of handling cases at all levels, from trial courts to the U.S. Supreme Court, the firm works tirelessly to ensure that corporations are held accountable for their actions. Monteverde’s motto, “No one is above the law,” reflects his commitment to fairness and justice in all his legal pursuits.

Before establishing his firm, Monteverde worked as a partner and chair of the Mergers and Acquisition Litigation Department at Faruqi & Faruqi LLP from 2010 to 2016. The firm, known for its class action litigation in investor and consumer protection, helped shape its legal approach. He also worked as an associate at Levi & Korsinsky, representing clients in securities fraud, consumer fraud, and other complex legal matters. Monteverde began his legal career at Smith Mazure Director Wilkins Young & Yagerman, focusing on civil litigation, including construction law, civil rights, and product liability.

Monteverde earned his Juris Doctor with distinction from St. Thomas University School of Law in 2005. He also holds a Bachelor of Science in Business and Finance from California State University, Northridge. In addition to his legal practice, he is a prolific writer and frequent speaker on executive compensation issues, presenting at events hosted by the American Bar Association and other legal organizations.

Outside of his professional endeavors, Juan is passionate about philanthropy, supporting causes such as Planned Parenthood, the ASPCA, and food pantries in New York City. He is admitted to practice law in New York and several federal districts, where he has secured substantial settlements for shareholders.

Juan Monteverde was born in Barcelona, Spain, and resides in New York City with his wife and two children. In his free time, he enjoys boating and spending time with his family.

Juan Monteverde is a New York City-based attorney specializing in shareholder rights. Over the years, he has built a strong reputation for challenging corporate transactions such as mergers and buyouts, securing millions of dollars in shareholder set... Show more

Andy Vadul is a Sr Enterpise Architect at Memorial Sloan Kettering Cancer Center. He is an avid Toastmaster and loves to share intersting things that he as come across in his journey of making technology more accessible to Healthcare Research

Andy Vadul is a Sr Enterpise Architect at Memorial Sloan Kettering Cancer Center. He is an avid Toastmaster and loves to share intersting things that he as come across in his journey of making technology more accessible to Healthcare Research Show more

Dr Adam Yakhoub Moussa Albasstakour
Trainer, writer and researcher in political science and international relations and interested in affairs

Dr Adam Yakhoub Moussa Albasstakour Trainer, writer and researcher in political science and international relations and interested in affairs Show more

Victoria Derumier est DPO (Data Protection Officer) et Directrice de l'entité belge chez MyData-Trust, société spécialisée dans la protection des données pour le secteur de la santé et des sciences de la vie. Forte d'une expertise pointue en conformité des données de santé (RGPD, gouvernance et sécurité des données médicales), elle accompagne les industries pharmaceutiques, biotechnologiques, ainsi que les hopitaux et institutions de recherche dans la gestion responsable de leurs données. Victoria partage régulièrement son expertise lors de publications et d'événements professionnels sur l'EHDS et la réglementation des données de santé, faisant d'elle une référence en matière de données de santé en Europe.

Victoria Derumier est DPO (Data Protection Officer) et Directrice de l'entité belge chez MyData-Trust, société spécialisée dans la protection des données pour le secteur de la santé et des sciences de la vie. Forte d'une expertise pointue en conformi... Show more

A change agent with 20+ years in IT, regulatory compliance, IT Risk Management, Information Security, cyber security, project and program management, and general shenanigans. Also a scuba diver, prosthetics maker, and oboe player.

A change agent with 20+ years in IT, regulatory compliance, IT Risk Management, Information Security, cyber security, project and program management, and general shenanigans. Also a scuba diver, prosthetics maker, and oboe player. Show more

Khadijah El-Usman is a digital rights advocate, legal practitioner, researcher, and policy expert leading Paradigm Initiative’s (PIN) Anglophone West Africa programs. As Senior Programmes Officer, she drives policy advocacy, strategic litigation, and capacity-building to advance internet freedom, digital rights, across the region.
With expertise in data governance, artificial intelligence, elections, and women’s rights online, Khadijah has successfully led coalition responses to legislation, policy dialogues, and digital security training for civil society, journalists, and the judiciary. She is also a first responder on PIN’s Ripoti platform, supporting victims of digital rights violations.

Khadijah El-Usman is a digital rights advocate, legal practitioner, researcher, and policy expert leading Paradigm Initiative’s (PIN) Anglophone West Africa programs. As Senior Programmes Officer, she drives policy advocacy, strategic litigation, and... Show more

Attorney-at-Law & partner at REZIME (Law firm Reljić, Zelić, Židanić and Mar LLC). Professionally and privately curious about developments and trends in the IT sector, especially how they affect businesses and intellectual property - constantly thinking, writing or speaking about it.

Attorney-at-Law & partner at REZIME (Law firm Reljić, Zelić, Židanić and Mar LLC). Professionally and privately curious about developments and trends in the IT sector, especially how they affect businesses and intellectual property - constantly think... Show more

Deanna Medina is a cybersecurity engineer, enthusiast and professor based in Phoenix, AZ. With a Master's in Management Information Systems and a knack for all things security, she's been on a mission to fortify digital landscapes and empower the next-gen tech talent. From reducing vulnerabilities to mentoring future geeks, she's all about making tech safer and accessible.

Deanna Medina is a cybersecurity engineer, enthusiast and professor based in Phoenix, AZ. With a Master's in Management Information Systems and a knack for all things security, she's been on a mission to fortify digital landscapes and empower the nex... Show more

Alina Borovskij ist Juristin und Produktmanagerin mit umfassender Erfahrung in der Digitalisierung von Prozessen in der Justiz und Rechtsverwaltung. Bei Westernacher Solutions verantwortet sie als Produktmanagerin im Justizbereich die rechtliche Beratung, die Koordination von Stakeholdern sowie die Einführung und Abnahme neuer Softwarelösungen. Mit ihrem Fokus auf innovative und praxistaugliche Technologien treibt sie die digitale Transformation in einem sensiblen und komplexen Umfeld aktiv voran.

Alina Borovskij ist Juristin und Produktmanagerin mit umfassender Erfahrung in der Digitalisierung von Prozessen in der Justiz und Rechtsverwaltung. Bei Westernacher Solutions verantwortet sie als Produktmanagerin im Justizbereich die rechtliche Bera... Show more

Brian is a Dual Qualified Advocate, Barrister of England and Wales (N.P) and Attorney-at-Law at the Bar of Trinidad and Tobago (L.E.C). Brian regularly advises and speaks internationally on anti-money laundering and wash trading, crypto asset recovery, and financial and regulatory compliance of crypto asset businesses in jurisdictions monitored by the Financial Action Task Force (FATF).

Brian has published research and commentary on the regulation of digital assets, Decentralised Autonomous Organisations (‘DAOs’) and Decentralised Finance (‘DeFi’). Brian’s academic research concerns the application of Distributed Ledger Technology (DLTs) and smart contracts in enhancing trust and data integrity in public procurement. Brian’s work has been listed on SSRN's Top Ten download list in various research networks and has been featured on Massachusetts Institute of Technology (MIT) Computational Law Report Idea Forum on Composable Governance in the contexts of legal tech, business automation, and Web3.

Brian is a Dual Qualified Advocate, Barrister of England and Wales (N.P) and Attorney-at-Law at the Bar of Trinidad and Tobago (L.E.C). Brian regularly advises and speaks internationally on anti-money laundering and wash trading, crypto asset recover... Show more